Holiday activities, places to visit, useful links etc.
Beaches
The closest beach is at Bude, about 35 minutes, and then Widemouth Bay, about 45 minutes. Pictures are above Widemouth Bay, below Bude.
Dartmoor
You can look at it, you can walk on it, you can pushbike and ride it, you can see the famous Dartmoor ponies and get ambushed by sheep looking to steal your sarnies. Some great cream tea spots, the prison at Princetown to frighten the kids with, picturesque villages, sweeping landscapes - it's got the lot.
Museum of Dartmoor Life
A record of life through the ages on Dartmoor. A brilliant little museum with excellent exhibits, you will find this a fascinating place to visit.http://www.museumofdartmoorlife.eclipse.co.uk/
Dragon Archery
Book here in advance, it gets full quickly! Facilities for kids and adults, a great day out and educational too. http://www.thebestof.co.uk/local/okehampton/business-guide/feature/dragon-archery-okehampton-tourist-attractions/58630
Tamar Otter Sanctuary
See the British otter and loads of other animals close up, an absolute must especially if you have kids with you, and run by really nice people. Take a look at the blog, there is a link at the bottom of the page.http://www.thebestof.co.uk/local/launceston/business-guide/feature/tamar-otter-and-wildlife-centre-cornwall/57795
RHS Garden Rosemoor
Any RHS garden is worth a visit, Rosemoor in particular. A must for gardeners and cream tea lovers. http://www.thebestof.co.uk/local/okehampton/business-guide/feature/rhs-garden-rosemoor-days-out-and-attractions-devon/58834
Coarse Fishing
Legge Farm Coarse Fishery is just a few minutes from the camp site, and run by Des and Barbara. A stunningly beautiful location. http://www.thebestof.co.uk/local/okehampton/business-guide/feature/legge-farm-coarse-fishery-okehampton-devon/50849
Fly Fishing
Andy Parker stayed with us in July and submitted the following notes on fly fishing - thanks Andy:
I did hope to "Fly Fishing" while I was in Devon but the rivers were not fishable safely during my stay. However you should note you are exceptionally well placed with a lot of accessible fly fishing available close by on the angling 2000 scheme. I would recommend you add this to your website "Things to Do" section.
http://www.angling2000.org.uk/
Beat 6 is the closest
http://www.angling2000.org.uk/beat_information.htm
however lots are just a short drive away.
Pub Food
The Golden Inn is a 15 minute picturesque walk away along a cycle track (It starts at the camp site entrance), good beers too.
If you happen to be in Okehampton, the food at the Plymouth Inn is excellent http://www.thebestof.co.uk/local/okehampton/business-guide/feature/the-plymouth-inn-okehampton-pub-food/65796.
If you fancy a great meal in historical surroundings, you should go to The Tom Cobley at Spreyton, about 20-25 minutes drive - it really is where Tom Cobley set off from for Widecombe Fair with the famous horse http://www.thebestof.co.uk/local/okehampton/business-guide/feature/the-tom-cobley-pub-accommodation/58043
Horse Riding
Just 10 minutes from the camp site at Easter Hall Park, speak to Nick or Gail http://www.thebestof.co.uk/local/okehampton/business-guide/feature/easter-hall-park-riding-and-carriage-driving-centre/57886
And for those interested in learning about Positive Horsemanship, there are courses held in neighbouring Halwill regularly http://uk-website.co.uk/ph/html/
Farm Shops
f you want to try the tastiest meat you are ever going to taste, then call in at Farmer Luxtons to stock up on your way to the site. You will drive right past it as you exit the A30 at Okehampton. You will kick yourself if you don't try their sausages and burgers, and fantastically tasty cuts. Go for it, whatever you do don't buy a load of supermarket tosh before leaving, stop in here on your way through. http://www.thebestof.co.uk/local/okehampton/business-guide/feature/farmer-luxtons-farm-shop-okehampton/67474
If you are coming to the campsite along the A30 from Cornwall, then call in at Lifton Farm Shop for a large selection of own and locally grown fruit and veg, succulent meats and local cheeses. http://www.thebestof.co.uk/local/launceston/business-guide/feature/lifton-farm-shop-launceston-area-farm-shop/63527
Pick Your Own Strawberries
And other fruits. What a brilliant way to spend a day whilst on your hols, call in at a local PYO farm, and come back to the campsite for a feast of strawberries, raspberries and other gloriously fruity fruits! Just don't forget to pick up the clotted cream on your way. There are two excellent PYO farms nearby:
Lifton Strawberry Fields http://www.liftonstrawberryfields.co.uk/ at Lifton, and
Colebrook Vale near Bude http://www.thebestof.co.uk/local/launceston/business-guide/feature/colebrook-vale-pick-your-own-fruit/62046
Trethorne Leisure Park
An all weather family activity centre about 45minutes from the campsite, with masses of indoor and outdoor activities. If you want to wear the kids out this is the place to take them. www.trethorneleisure.com/leisure_farm/index.htm
Motorcycle Hire
Including helmets and protective clothing, from Wheels 2 Hire in Okehampton, so if you fancy getting your motor running........ http://www.wheels2hire.co.uk/
Shooting and Fishing
There's only one place to go for all the gear and permits, Tamar Field and Stream at nearby Lifton http://www.thebestof.co.uk/local/okehampton/business-guide/feature/tamar-field-and-stream-okehampton-and-west-devon/62932
Dog Boarding Kennels- Overnight Service
If you would like to keep your evenings to yourselves whilst still bringing your pooches on your hols with you, Paul at Oakwood Kennels (A 5 minute drive) does an 'overnight' service for you. You can spend your days out having jolly fun with Rover, then drop him back at the kennels for the night, leaving you free to have a bit of time to yourselves by the campfire, or a meal out. http://www.thebestof.co.uk/local/okehampton/business-guide/feature/oakwood-kennels-okehampton/54504
Using Traditional Lime Products - Courses at nearby Mike Wye & Associates
Since 1996 over 2,300 owners, builders and architects have come on our Practical Course to gain "hands-on" experience in using traditional lime and clay materials and techniques to repair and maintain old buildings. Our approach is to create a relaxed environment where you will enjoy learning, with ample opportunity for discussion in the breaks. Course numbers are limited to ensure individual attention by two course leaders.
For each session there is a practical demonstration, then participants are encouraged to have a go themselves, with guidance at hand. All tools and materials are provided but please bring protective clothing, safety glasses, wellington boots and waterproof gloves.
All tools are available for purchase at the end of the course and participants are also entitled to a 10% discount on future purchases from our range of traditional lime putty products.
http://www.mikewye.co.uk/limecourses.asp
Perfect Pitch Online Magazine
Loads of useful content for campers including product reviews, well worth a read before you leave for your camping holiday - pick up tips, interesting articles, great recipes, and a forum too.
www.perfectpitchmagazine.co.uk
Lydford Gorge makes an excellent place to visit for the day, the photo below taken by Ashley Batt, one of our campers.
Devon Coast to Coast Cycle Ride - Ilfracombe to Plymouth
The Marie Curie Cancer Care charity cycle ride starts from Ilfracombe, with an overnight stay at the Hole Station Campsite, then the final leg to Plymouth the following day. There are limited places so register now, details at: http://www.mariecurie.org.uk/events/cycling/devon-coast-ride/ 
