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Cockingford Campsite

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50.560°N, 3.813°W
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The moorland breeze carries the scent of heather and bracken across open pitches where canvas snaps gently under wide Pennine skies.

Cockingford suits campers who want simplicity without isolation — tent pitchers and campervan tourers who appreciate hot showers after a day on the fells but don't need bells and whistles. Dog walkers will want to ask about the pet policy when booking. The site sits in proper walking country, the kind of terrain where you can follow dry-stone walls for miles and still feel like you've got the hills to yourself.

Showers are onsite, which means you're not roughing it entirely, but the facilities are straightforward rather than spa-like. Check the campfire rules when you arrive — policies can shift with the season and the fire risk. The vibe leans quiet and unpretentious, the sort of place where fellow campers nod hello in the morning then disappear onto the moors until dusk. Expect space, fresh air, and the particular satisfaction of a brew made outside your tent with nothing but moorland for company.

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Weather Outlook
Current Conditions
16°C
Overcast
8 mph
93%
7-Day Outlook
Today
17° / 11°
43%
Wed
15° / 12°
6%
Thu
15° / 11°
84%
Fri
16° / 10°
71%
Sat
19° / 14°
60%
Sun
17° / 12°
8%
Mon
20° / 15°
4%
Source: Open-Meteo · Updated hourly
Walks Nearby

Local walks within 10 km

12 routes found via OpenStreetMap

Bellever Trail

Loops through ancient Dartmoor woodland and open moorland with gentle to moderate climbs. Mostly clear paths but can be boggy after rain, making buggies impractical – sturdy footwear recommended. Dogs welcome and will love the mix of forest tracks and heathland. Highlights include gnarled oak trees, prehistoric remains, and expansive views across the moor. Perfect for families with older children who can manage uneven terrain and a proper countryside adventure.

Hiking routeLocal network
6.68 km from campsite

Postbridge Trail

Winds through classic Dartmoor moorland near the famous medieval clapper bridge at Postbridge, with gentle to moderate terrain featuring open grassland and occasional boggy patches. Suitable for older children with decent walking boots, but not buggy-friendly due to uneven ground and potentially muddy sections. Dogs welcome and will love the space, though keep them close during lambing season. Worth doing for the combination of prehistoric landscape, iconic stone bridge views, and grazing Dartmo

Hiking routeLocal network
7.26 km from campsite

Dartmoor Way

Circles the entire Dartmoor National Park over roughly 95 miles, split into manageable day sections. Terrain varies wildly from gentle riverside valleys to exposed moorland with significant climbs—definitely not buggy-friendly and requires good fitness. Dogs welcome but keep on leads near livestock and nesting birds. Rewards with dramatic granite tors, ancient woodlands, and quintessential Devon villages, offering a comprehensive tour of one of England's most atmospheric landscapes.

Hiking routeRegional network
8.61 km from campsite

Yarner Wood Nature Trail

Hiking routeLocal network
7.72 km from campsite

Liverton Circular

Hiking route
9.04 km from campsite

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