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Oakdown Holiday Park · Sidmouth · East Devon
Touring & Camping in Devon
AA Five Star Platinum Pennant. Landscaped groves, level pitches and a warm welcome from the team. Touring caravans, motorhomes, tents and folding campers all welcome.
If your idea of holiday heaven is a peaceful, relaxing getaway touring or camping in East Devon, Oakdown is waiting for you. Our award-winning park is home to thousands of trees and shrubs across beautifully landscaped groves. Pitches are level, generously sized and closely mown, with parking alongside your accommodation.
Your stay begins with a warm welcome from our reception team and resident wardens — their sole aim is to make sure your holiday runs smoothly. We take great care allocating pitches to suit your requirements, so please talk to us when booking.
Level, landscaped and generous
Touring Pitches at Oakdown
We welcome touring caravans, motorhomes, tents, trailer tents and folding campers. We can also accommodate RVs and American-style motorhomes — spaces are limited and early booking is advised. The park is located just off the A3052 providing good access for all vehicles. Route 899 stops directly at the park entrance gates.
Pitch types
For safety on the park, firepits, bicycles, skateboards and kite flying are not permitted. BBQ fire bricks to protect the grass are available from reception.
Your own space for the season
Seasonal Touring Pitches
Our seasonal touring pitches are ideal for regular visitors wanting the convenience of a dedicated space throughout the season. Leave your tourer on its pitch and come and go as you please. Family and friends can use your pitch with your permission. The only additional charges are metered electricity and winter storage.
To enquire about seasonal pitches please call reception on 01297 680 387 — availability and pricing changes throughout the season.
Something a little different
Glamping in East Devon
All our glamping is in The Shire — a dedicated glamping area with its own shared toilet block. We have shepherd’s huts, barrel pods and premier pods. All pods are dog friendly. Shepherd’s huts are reserved for guests without pets.
Shepherd’s Huts
Two individually decorated huts sleeping four. TV, sofa, electric fire, double bed, sofa bed, breakfast bar, fridge, toaster, kettle and microwave. Chiminea BBQ outside. Reserved for guests without pets.
Barrel Pods
Thistle, Heather and Bluebell. Sleep four. Fully equipped with kitchen essentials, heating and power. Picnic table outside. Dogs welcome at £4.10 per dog per night.
Premier Pods
Primrose and Poppy. Three rooms, covered deck and more space. Double bedroom, twin bedroom and central dining area. Dogs welcome at £4.10 per dog per night.
Everything you need on site
Campsite Facilities
Amenities block
De-luxe centrally heated tiled amenities with free hot water throughout. Showers, bathrooms (one with aids for less mobile guests), baby changing and a £1 bath option. Dishwashing facilities, freezer storage, microwaves, coin-operated washing machine (£5.50) and tumble dryer (£2.50). Ironing boards and coin-operated irons (20p) available.
Play areas
Two play areas on each side of the park, both with modern safety surfaces. Climbing frames, swings, embankment slide and a play tower. Open to all guests throughout their stay. Please supervise children at all times.
Oak Mead Shop & Café
Our well-stocked on-site shop and café serves local produce, everyday essentials and hot food to eat in or take away. Homemade pizzas, chicken burgers, chips, paninis and barista coffees. Covered outdoor seating. Dogs welcome throughout with a dedicated doggy menu.
Nine-hole golf course
Oak Mead Golf Course is on site and open to all guests. Dogs are welcome in the café. The course was officially opened by Professor David Bellamy OBE on 23rd June 2004 — a day the Franks family remembers with great pride.
Your dog is part of the family
Dog Friendly Touring & Camping
Dogs are welcome on all touring and camping pitches at Oakdown. We have thought carefully about what dogs actually need on holiday — and built the facilities to match.
Clean Paws dog spa
Our purpose-built dog spa is equipped with a full dog bath, hot water shower and professional hairdryer. Solar panels offset the electricity. Built using recycled materials from the site and local suppliers. Completely free for all guests staying at Oakdown. Dog shampoo available from the on-site shop.
Dog friendly on site
See our full dog friendly guide — beaches, walks, pubs, cafés and attractions all covered.
Leave the towing to us
Caravan Storage
If regular towing feels like too much hassle Oakdown offers a convenient secure storage solution. Two fully alarmed areas with summer and winter options. We also offer a tow-in and tow-out service at £9.55 each way so you can get your caravan to and from the park without the stress of towing.
For more information call reception on 01297 680 387.
2026 Storage Prices
Safe and secure around the clock
Security at Oakdown
Oakdown takes security seriously. There is one entrance to each side of the park, protected by a height-restricting barrier between 10.30pm and 8.30am. The barrier restricts all vehicles over 2m (6’6”) from arriving or leaving overnight — please be aware of this if your vehicle exceeds this height. Barriers are only opened outside these hours in an emergency.
Storage security
Both storage area gates are padlocked at night with infrared beams that trigger the alarm system if breached.
CCTV
A comprehensive and discreet CCTV system covers the park and car park throughout the day and night.
24-hour warden
A duty warden is on site at all times and can be contacted in any emergency, day or night. Low-level lighting throughout the park guides your safe passage to amenities.
Common questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What facilities does Oakdown’s caravan site offer?
Our East Devon caravan site offers modern amenities including centrally heated showers, baby changing areas, accessible bathrooms, two play areas, the Clean Paws dog spa, an on-site shop and the Oak Mead Café. Nine-hole golf is available on site and all guests can use the facilities throughout their stay.
Can I book seasonal touring pitches in Devon?
Yes — we offer seasonal touring pitches with electric hook-up, water and drainage options with convenient access to all park facilities. Please call reception on 01297 680 387 for current availability and pricing.
What glamping options are available in East Devon?
We offer shepherd’s huts, barrel pods and premier pods in The Shire at Oakdown. All pods are dog friendly. Shepherd’s huts are reserved for guests without pets. Each option sleeps four guests and is fully equipped.
Is Oakdown pet friendly?
Yes — dogs are welcome on all touring and camping pitches and in our glamping pods. We have a purpose-built Clean Paws dog spa (free to use), a direct walking trail to the Donkey Sanctuary from the park gate and a dedicated doggy menu at the Oak Mead Café. Oakdown won Practical Caravan Best Pet Friendly Site 2026.
Ready to visit East Devon?
Book online or call the team on 01297 680 387 — we will find the perfect pitch for your stay.
