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Devon, South West

Cuckoo Down Farm Yurts

— (0)Price on Pitchup50.747°N, 3.272°W
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The first thing you hear at Cuckoo Down Farm is the absolute quiet — just wind in the hedgerows and the occasional bleat from the neighbouring fields, proper Devon countryside stillness that settles you the moment you arrive.

This one's for anyone craving a gentle escape without going full off-grid — couples after a rural retreat, families wanting space to roam, campervanners and caravanners happy with simple facilities in a beautiful spot. You're deep in South West Devon here, the kind of rolling farmland where lanes twist between high banks and every view stretches green to the horizon, close enough to both moor and coast for proper day trips but far enough out to feel properly away from it all.

On site you've got toilets and showers keeping things straightforward, plus the option to pitch your tent, park your campervan, or roll in with a caravan — just check about campfires when you arrive, as policies can shift with the seasons. The vibe is peacefully low-key, the sort of place where you lose track of time watching the light change over the fields and remember why you went camping in the first place.

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Weather Outlook
Current Conditions
18°C
Overcast
9 mph
88%
7-Day Outlook
Today
21° / 12°
49%
Mon
20° / 11°
8%
Tue
19° / 14°
96%
Wed
22° / 14°
0%
Thu
23° / 14°
14%
Fri
23° / 15°
8%
Sat
25° / 15°
1%
Source: Open-Meteo · Updated hourly
Walks Nearby

Local walks within 10 km

13 routes found via OpenStreetMap

Coleridge Link

Connects Killerton Park to the Grand Western Canal across rolling Devon farmland and quiet lanes. Expect moderate inclines through fields and woodland, with some stiles and potentially muddy sections after rain. Not buggy-friendly due to terrain and gates. Dogs welcome but must be under control near livestock. Offers lovely rural scenery, historic estate views, and a peaceful walk linking two popular attractions—ideal for capable walkers wanting countryside immersion between heritage sites.

Hiking routeLocal network
2.32 km from campsite
Route length: 14.5 km

Otter Valley Walk

Follows the River Otter for 20km through peaceful Devon countryside from its source near Ottery St Mary to Budleigh Salterton's shingle beach. Mostly flat, easy terrain along riverside paths and quiet lanes, perfect for families and generally buggy-friendly with a few stiles. Dogs welcome. Offers lovely waterside scenery, wildlife spotting opportunities (kingfishers, otters if you're lucky), and charming villages for refreshment stops along the way.

Walking routeRegional network
4.76 km from campsite
Route length: 20 km

Exeter to Honiton Way

Follows the Exe Valley through rolling Devon countryside with moderate climbs and descents over its 16-mile length. The mixed terrain of riverside paths, quiet lanes, and field edges isn't suitable for buggies, though families with older children who can manage distance will enjoy the varied scenery. Dogs welcome on leads near livestock. Connects two historic market towns while showcasing quintessential East Devon landscapes, ancient woodlands, and charming villages worth the effort for keen wal

Hiking routeRegional network
6.2 km from campsite

Sid Valley Ring

Hiking routeLocal network
6.04 km from campsite
Operator: Sid Vale Association

Rockbeare Circular

Hiking routeLocal network
7.54 km from campsite

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