Campsite in Devon

The perfect touring or camping holiday starts with the right location. Cofton Holidays is a five-star campsite in South Devon, offering a wide choice of pitch types for tents, touring caravans, motorhomes and RVs.

Whether you’re planning a family camping holiday, a touring break or a longer stay near the coast, you’ll find a pitch to suit your needs. Choose from spacious grass pitches, hardstanding pitches, RV pitches and serviced Super Pitches with water and waste connections. Our Orchard camping area is ideal for tents, with grass pitches set close to the main park facilities, while our touring pitches offer plenty of space for your caravan or motorhome, awning and parking.

Guests staying on our campsite have easy access to modern toilet and shower blocks, laundry facilities, shops, restaurants, swimming pools, entertainment, play areas, fishing lakes and countryside walks.

Set near Dawlish Warren and the South Devon coast, Cofton is a great base for camping, caravanning and motorhome holidays in Devon. Whether you want to sleep under canvas, enjoy the comfort of your touring caravan or explore the area from your motorhome, you’ll find everything you need for a relaxed and memorable stay.

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A Prime Devon Location

Cofton Holidays is ideally located for a Devon camping holiday, nestled in the heart of picturesque countryside while being just a short distance from the stunning Dawlish Warren beach. Its proximity to the South West Coastal Path and the Exe Estuary Cycle Trail makes it perfect for exploring both scenic coastlines and lush landscapes. Additionally, Cofton is close to local attractions like Dartmoor National Park and historic Exeter, offering a blend of outdoor adventure and culture.

WHAT TO DO AT COFTON

Thanks to our fabulous facilities you’ll find we’re open all year round, so be sure to check out our swimming pool, fishing lakes, and indoor play areas. Our entertainment runs daily from April through to October, and we host a number of family activities during the school holidays.

We’re a campsite that offers just about everything you need for a memorable escape. Our range of on-site entertainment and five-star facilities will keep the whole family happy during your stay with us, they won’t want to go home.

Our Touring & Camping Pitches

We offer grass pitches with electric hook-ups, hardstanding pitches, RV pitches, and accessible or fully-serviced ‘Super Pitches’. Each pitch is individually marked and comes with generous awning space and electric supply hook-up.

Best of all – you can reserve your favourite spot! After all, nothing beats knowing the spot where your Caravan will bask in the Devon sunshine each and every time.

touring caravans on super pitch

SUPER PITCHES (SERVICED)

Perfect for a stay at any time of year, all of our super pitches come with electric hook-up as well as water and waste connections with ample room for car parking and space for an awning.

A coulpe sat outside their motorhome on a spring touring break

HARDSTANDING PITCHES

Soak up the breath-taking Devon views over our park every morning or stay close to our fishing lakes. Each hardstanding pitch has plenty of space to set up an awning and to park your car.

Large RV on pitch

RV PITCHES

Located in a spacious area with a private feel yet a short walk from the main park facilities, these pitches are designed especially for RVs. They are 10m wide and large enough to take long vehicles.

Caravan on grass pitch

GRASS PITCHES

Our standard grass pitches are suitable for tents, touring caravans, and motor-homes in the summer months. Complete with electric hook-up, all our Grass pitches are level or terraced and individually marked out.

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ACCESSIBLE PITCHES

Our easy access pitches include hard standing pitches for caravans and motorhomes and dedicated tent only pitches. Located close to the shower and toilet facilities which are just a short level walk away.

View of the Orchard Getaway Cabin glamping pod

Glamping Pod

Our dog friendly Orchard Cabin glamping pod is designed for those who crave a touch of nature without sacrificing comfort providing an elegant mix of rustic charm and modern comforts.

Electricity on our super pitches, hardstanding pitches and RV pitches is charged separately to the pitch price. Electricity supply is managed by an app that can be downloaded before your stay and is activated by scanning the QR on your arrival. Electricity is charged at 30p per KWh in accordance with OFGEM guidance.

From 2026 metered electricity charged separately to the pitch price will apply to our grass pitches.

SEASONAL PITCHES: LIVE THE DREAM

We offer 12-month seasonal pitches so you can take a a break from towing your caravan and make Cofton your home away from home.

Caravans & Motorhomes

A coulpe sat outside their motorhome on a spring touring break

With easy access to the M5 and major routes into Devon, getting here is a breeze — and once you’ve arrived, you’ll find everything you need on site. We offer electric hook-ups, grey waste disposal, water supply, Wi-Fi, and modern shower blocks with underfloor heating. There’s even a handy motorhome service point for convenient pit stops.

Guests in caravans and camper vans can enjoy the complete perks of Cofton’s 5-star holiday park, including; heated indoor and outdoor pools, four on-site fishing lakes, the on-park pub and restaurants, our fitness gym and beauty treatments, evening entertainment, and so much more – all just a short stroll from your campsite.

Tent Only Camping in Devon

Cofton Holidays Devon Campsite Orchard Grass Pitch

For tents, we have a range of low-cost, grass camping pitches, in various locations across the park. Just park, pitch, and enjoy.

The Orchard is an area reserved exclusively for tents, where you can pitch up between the apple trees, especially nice in the spring when they are in blossom. It’s located a stone’s throw from popular park facilities including the indoor pool, fish & chip take-away, and fishing lakes.

tent-only campers can enjoy everything that Cofton’s 5-star holiday park has to offer, including; indoor and outdoor pool, fitness facilities, endless activities and entertainment for kids and adults alike.

Upgrade Your Camping Experience

View of the Orchard Getaway Cabin glamping pod

Love the idea of camping but not without creature comforts? Step into pure luxury with our Glamping Pod – a cosy wooden haven nestled in our campsite. Perfect for couples or solo travellers, the pod features a double bed, heating, lighting, plug sockets, and a private deck for al fresco mornings or starlit evenings.

Inside the glamping cabin, you’ll find a well-equipped kitchenette with a hob and microwave, allowing you to prepare simple meals with ease. This dog-friendly cabin is thoughtfully designed to provide everything you need during your stay, so you can travel light and focus on enjoying your getaway.

Facilities & Amenities

Enjoy the comforts of home and experience a touring and camping holiday with added luxury. From our clean modern toastie shower blocks and covered washing up areas to our motorhome service points and more, discover why Cofton is one of the best campsites in Devon.

Shower and toilet block

SHOWER & TOILET BLOCKS
Don’t worry about leaving your creature comforts behind. Our toilet and shower blocks are heated all year round offering first rate showers, hand wash basins and hair dryers to keep you looking your best.

On-site Shop

ON SITE SHOP
Packed everything but the kitchen sink but still forgotten something? Fear not, our shop has a fantastic range of caravan and camping accessories – from tent pegs to torches and everything in between.

laundrette

LAUNDERETTE
There’s no need to get in a spin when deciding on what to bring with you. Our on-site launderettes means you can pack light and only include the essentials on your next touring caravan holiday.

Touring & Camping Holidays in Devon

It might be our spotless shower and toilet blocks, heated in the winter months to keep those tootsies warm, or it could be our location that makes us one of the best campsites and touring parks in Devon. Being just minutes from the M5 motorway at Exeter makes us perfectly placed for touring and camping holidays in South Devon.

The Best Camping Pitches

CAMPING HOLIDAYS
Pitch up under the stars and enjoy the great outdoors with our range of camping options.

South Devon caravan and camper holidays

MOTORHOME HOLIDAYS
Hit the road and find the perfect park up on your next adventure with our choice of pitches.

motorhomes on pitches at Cofton's all year round touring park

ALL YEAR ROUND TOURING PARK
Whenever the urge to get away strikes you’ll find the perfect pitch at any time of year.

Discover Devon

From your base at Cofton Holidays, you’re surrounded by an abundance of local gems. Stroll or cycle scenic trails through rolling countryside, explore the dramatic South West Coast Path, or take a dip at nearby beaches like Dawlish Warren and Coryton Cove. History lovers can step back in time at Powderham Castle or hop aboard a steam train from Buckfastleigh. For family days out, there’s a fantastic choice of attractions including the Donkey Sanctuary, Crealy Theme Park, and Paignton Zoo, all within easy reach.

Ariel shot of Cofton Holidays and the Exe Estuary

Camping on the Coast

Wake up to birdsong and be beachside before breakfast. At Cofton Holidays, you’re perfectly positioned for a classic Devon seaside escape. Our peaceful countryside campsite is just 9 minutes by car or a scenic 12-minute bike ride to Dawlish Warren Beach – a Blue Flag beauty with golden sands, dunes, and a nature reserve teeming with wildlife.

Don’t have a bike? E-bikes are available to hire on site, making it easy to explore without breaking a sweat.

Another local coastal gem is Cockwood Harbour, a tranquil tidal inlet just 15 minutes on foot or 4 minutes by bike, ideal for crabbing, pub lunches, or simply soaking in the charm of a traditional Devon fishing village.

Whether you pitch a tent or park up your campervan, coastal adventures are always within minutes when you camp at Cofton.

Touring & Camping FAQs

Q: Is Cofton suitable for tents, caravans and motorhomes?

Yes, Cofton welcomes tents, touring caravans, motorhomes and RVs. Our grass pitches are suitable for tents, touring caravans and motorhomes during the main camping season, while our hardstanding, Super and RV pitches are ideal for touring caravans and motorhomes.

Q: Do your camping and touring pitches have electric hook-up?

Electricity is charged separately to the price of you pitch at 30p per KWh. Please be aware there is a 30p plus 3% charge at the end of your stay to cover Metpows administrative costs.

As part of our green and environmental initiatives, we are committed to our social responsibility of reducing energy consumption across the park and encourage our guests to only use the electricity they need.

This helps us to keep are pitch prices as low as possible and also ensures that you only pay for the electricity you use.

Q: Are your camping pitches family-friendly?

Yes, Cofton is a family-friendly campsite with plenty for children to enjoy, including indoor and outdoor swimming pools, play areas, children’s activities, family entertainment, open space, places to eat and nearby walks towards Dawlish Warren and the South Devon coast.

Q: How close is Cofton to Dawlish Warren Beach?

Cofton is close to Dawlish Warren Beach and the South Devon coast. Dawlish Warren can be reached by car, bike or on foot, with walking and cycling routes nearby, including access towards the South West Coast Path and Exe Estuary Cycle Trail.

Q: Can I use the swimming pools and leisure facilities when camping?

Yes, camping and touring guests can enjoy Cofton’s leisure facilities, including indoor and outdoor swimming pools, splash areas, gym facilities and selected activities. Some facilities, classes or activities may need to be booked separately or may operate seasonally.

Q: Are there places to eat on site?

Yes, Cofton has a choice of places to eat and drink, including Amelia’s Café, the Warren Retreat, Cofton Chippy, bars, restaurants and family-friendly dining options. Local guests and day visitors are also welcome.

Q: Is Cofton open all year round for camping and touring?

Cofton offers all-year-round touring options, although some grass camping areas are seasonal and usually open from spring through to autumn. Please check availability for your preferred pitch type and dates before booking.

Q: Is there entertainment for camping guests?

Yes, camping and touring guests can enjoy Cofton’s entertainment programme, including kids’ entertainment, family activities, evening shows, quizzes, bingo and themed events during selected times of the year

Q: Can I book a specific pitch?

Some pitch types can be pre-booked or requested, subject to availability. Grass pitches are usually allocated by our warden team on arrival, while selected hardstanding, Super and RV pitches may be booked in advance.

Q: What facilities are available for camping and touring guests?

Camping and touring guests can use Cofton’s modern toilet and shower blocks, covered washing-up areas, motorhome service points, laundrette, on-site shop, WiFi, restaurants, swimming pools, leisure facilities, entertainment and fishing lakes.

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