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Just spent 2 weeks at Hidden Valley and on the whole it's a lovely site. We had a premier pitch, which had water, electric hook-up, tv ariel point and picnic bench on Kingfisher Meadow and the pitches are huge. The staff are very friendly and helpful and we were shown to our pitch by one of the wardens who explained how we were to pitch and where everything was.
WiFi is available with a package to suit most and the coverage seems to be excellent. We paid £12 for a week and didn't consider it to be extortionate as have paid almost as much for one day on another site when we had very bad weather.
I can't comment on the play areas as we no longer have young children, but from the laughter and shrieks we could hear from children playing they seemed to be thoroughly enjoying themselves.
The laundry facilities were good and at £3 per load seems average with £1 for 20 mins tumble drying.
Now to the negative comments - the toilet and shower block has definitely seen better days! It was cold as there is no form of heating in the block on this side of the site and there are signs of mould. There are hooks on the backs of the doors and a stool is provided but the floor remains wet so completely drying and dressing is difficult so I resorted to drying and dressing in the tent! However that said they were thoroughly cleaned every day and there was always adequate toilet paper and hand soap in the dispensers.
The road running through the site has also seen better days and is full of pot holes and repairs.
There is also a lot of road noise, though to be honest we did get used to that and it didn't stop us from sleeping and the sound of the water from the stream was lovely.
I'm not sure if I would return here again with the shower block as it is ( good toilet and shower facilities with underfloor heating is essential for me really - just call me soft, but I only do glamping!) but should they be refurbished to a really good standard then I would come back as the setting is lovely.
We recently decided to store our caravan at Hidden Valley and we made the right decision. Hidden Valley is ideally situated for exploring North Devon. The site is very well maintained and the shower blocks are spotlessly clean. The Owners and Wardens are extremely helpful and very friendly and the ducks are quackers. We have spent 7 long weekends here this year already and look forward to many more. Competitive prices for such a high quality site. Highly recommended 10/10
I have holidayed in this part of Devon for 25 years since being a child and now go with my kids.
Croyde is where my heart is but with a Vermont xl I truly believe there is not a site here that can accommodate my tent and give me a bit of space around it. They all say they can when you ask but a quick look at the pitches in school holidays tells me otherwise unless I want to be on top of my neighbour.
Hidden valley have premier pitches in kingfisher meadow and these were huge. We love our pitch. There was a stream at the bottom which the kids played in for hours. I love this aspect as it really felt back to nature for them. And I think this sums up why we enjoyed this site. Lots of space, lots of trees, woodland walks, pretty gardens. The facilities were ok. Hot showers, we never queued in August. Cleaned regularly. Very friendly and helpful wardens. We don't camp for prepaid entertainment and hotel standard facilities. Clean and warm is fine.
The only downside was the road noise. Sometimes we forgot about it, sometimes it crept in.
The location is great for seeing what the area has to offer.
But, before we booked for next year we had a good look around many other sites in the area based on reviews from campsite uk just to make sure we weren't missing a gem.
To better hidden valley my criteria was to be able to walk to a beach (easily with kids and beach kit) and take our tent with plenty of space. We went as far as ilfracombe on our search. I don't believe you can walk easily to a beach unless you're in croyde and I already said none of them were suitable and those set back did not offer the size or tranquillity of hidden valley.
If you could pick it up and place it in croyde I would be in heaven!
I stayed hear in September & had a fantastic time. I was very late arriving after a very long journey & the staff could not have been more helpful. I have a small van & was traveling alone, each day or evening the wardens would pass my van & chat with me, giving me advice on places to visit. The toilet & showers were good. I also used the laundry facilities which were very good. The cafe is a really good idea & it was lovely to stroll around the sight each evening. I never did use the bus, but chose instead to take the van out, there is so much to do in the area & will definitely return. It's was a lovely site & will return
Just returned from a one week stay at Hidden Valley. This is quite a large site well located for North Devon's attractions about halfway between Braunton and Ilfracombe and close to Croyde Bay and Saunton beaches. Easy to find as the site is directly off the main A391, although Braunton is a bit of a pain to get through as it it quite a bottleneck. We heard a bit of noise from the main road but it wasn't intrusive.
On arrival, the site looks nice with some well kept, mature flower beds and shrubbery. Good sized arrivals area where you can wait for your pitch if necessary. The entry road is a bit rough and looks like it has had some fairly major potholes recently filled in, shouldn't be a problem if you're driving at an appropriate speed though.
Nice reception area with leaflets for local attractions and pleasant, helpful staff. There is a small shop (very, very basic though) and a cafe which does snacks and meals. We only used the cafe once and the food was nice, but a little slow arriving and a bit on the pricey side.
Wardens showed us to our pitch and helped with the awning which was appreciated after a six hour drive! The wardens really do this place credit, they were always smiling and nothing was too much trouble - an absolute credit to the site!
So, onto the nitty gritty. Firstly, I have to say that we were a little dissappointed with the site overall. Considering the boasts on the website and some of the reviews, we were expecting much more. We had booked a 'large' pitch and were located in the 'Oak' area. The pitch did have a drainage point, light, hook up, tv point and fresh water connection as promised, but I would question the description of 'large'.
There was just enough room for the caravan and awning, then a narrow grass space before the next unit. Cars had to be parked along the front of the units, not a problem in itself but we did feel the pitches were a bit tight. That said, it was adequate but no more than that.
Personally I would say they have tried to cram on 2-3 more pitches than they should have on this row. Roads around the site were generally ok although as you would expect (being in a valley) there are some fairly steep inclines. Our pitch drained well during the one night of heavy rain we had. Levelling ramps/blocks would be a good idea for this site as a number of the pitches were sloping to various degrees.
Amenities block was up a steep flight of steps. Again, considering the website descriptions we were again a bit dissapointed. There were only 3 toilets and 3 showers. For the size of the site, I don't feel this is enough and several times we had to queue (although it was high season. ).
The block has underfloor heating but as we always use flip flops it made no difference to us. I would say cleanliness standards are OK, certainly not immaculate but reasonable and acceptable. The blocks are in need of a fresh coat of paint though - fair bit of mould on the ceilings etc.
The block also has a laundry (£3 per wash, £1. 20 for 20 mins drying), covered washing up area, chemical disposal point and a wetsuit wash area. The showers themselves are good - not the pain in the bum push buttons that so many sites are installing now, but a proper shower with plenty of free hot water in good sized cubicles.
There was a shallow stream running through the park behind out unit. There were a couple of places where it was accessible for the kids to have a paddle and build dams etc but obviously could be of concern to those with young children - some of the banks were very steep and very close to the pitches (especially the 'Premier' pitches).
Kids play area was good with swings, slides, climbing frames and a zip wire, but it is very, very muddy so wellies are an absolute must on this site. Being in a valley it doesn't get a great deal of sun and is mostly shaded by the surrounding forest so it never dries out!
Not a lot for younger children as due to the layout of the pitches it is difficult to keep an eye on them if they wander away from the unit.
The top meadow area (mainly hardstanding) has a barrier access. The access code is unique to your pitch to prevent unauthorised visitors which I thought was a good idea.
Up near the reception is a lake which again has a nice mature garden area. Very pretty for a walk or just to sit in the evening but no fencing around the lake again means younger children need to be watched.
We had a drive around the camping area on the other side of the site where the grass pitch's are located and this seems a more social layout, although pitch sizes appeared similar.
All of this site is either up, or down hill. The clue is in the name I guess but it wouldn't be suitable for those with mobility issues.
The surrounding area is lovely. We love this part of Devon and it never fails to impress. Plenty to do for all age groups and a number of excellent beaches all within a ten minutes drive (Croyde, Braunton, Putsborough being three crackers).
Braunton, about 4 miles from the site is a nice little town with a good selection of take-aways, shops and suchlike. There is a co-op and a tesco in Braunton too.
Several pubs are all within a few minutes drive and we would recommend the Ebrington Arms in nearby Knowle. Charming place with good food, although try and avoid it when football is on TV as it got a bit loud and the landlord didn't do much about the swearing! Fish and Chips has to be Squires in Braunton, very nice indeed although be prepared to queue and part with £20+
A little further afield is Ilfracombe with it's pretty harbour and seaside feel. Great days out for the kids would include The Big Sheep, Watermouth Castle, Exmoor Zoo, Combe Martin Dinosaur park, Quince Honey Farm and many others. All within easy reach. Horse riding and Quad biking is also available nearby.
Overall I would say:
Great Location
Great Staff
Average Facilities & Pitches
Don't believe all that you read on the website
Would I go again. ? I wouldn't say no, but I would look around first. Would I recommend. ? Yes, but tentatively.
Beautiful site in a well laid out and mature site with a beautiful lake at its centre. Central location for the surrounding beaches and within a short distance from the Tarka Trail.
Amenities very good and staff very friendly and helpful. Cafe does a lovely breakfast and traditional afternoon cream tea.
Wi-fi and tv coverage very good where we were camped. Showers always hot and clean. Local pubs very good for meals etc.
We have just returned from 9 days at the hidden Valley site and felt we had to leave a review as we have had the most amazing time.
This is the first time in a caravan for our family, we usually have a cottage.
The site is clean and in an amazing location. The staff cannot do enough for you and your children, they are friendly and approachable.
The Warden and his wife are a wonderful asset to the site, even on their days off they still say hello and take time to chat to you.
We needed to use the computer whilst at the site and found it easy to purchase a ticket to do so and was assisted in connecting to the internet. (nothing is to much trouble in this busy world that we live in. )
The facilities are clean and well maintained.
There are lots of nooks and cranny's to explore, round every corner there is something interesting to find.
The team work so well together it and enjoy their work that it rubs off onto the atmosphere of the site in general.
We will be returning for sure. Thanks Lisa Tim Ella and Charlie.
Toilet block facilities nearest our tent, at the bottom of the site, clean and well maintained and had BBC Radio Devon playing in the background.
Bus services from site entrance to Barnstaple and Ilfracombe run regularly through the day and until late in the evening. This enables access to the main North Devon attractions, and some pleasant walks in the area, without the need to use a car.
The site is well located off a major road (road noise can be an issue at night), and has two toilet blocks, although these can be tested in high season when the number of toilets and showers may be inadequate. Facilities are kept clean.
Two excellent children's adventure play areas are provided.
The owners and wardens are very helpful and guide you onto your pitch upon arrival.
The site is in a wooded valley and is well kept with many fowers and baskets in abundance.
Behaviour on site was very orderly, and one way systems were followed by all visitors.
The reception shop is well stocked.
There are great beaches nearby at Saunton Sands and Croyde Bay.
Fantastic Site, probably the best we've ever stayed at. Well situated with Ifracoombe & Woolacoombe jut 5 miles to the North and Braunton/Saunton & Croyde about the same distance to the south.
Wonderful surroundings in a forest setting with a flowing stream running through the middle of the site. The pitches in the top end of the park are mostly in a series of terraces, so that you are not overlooked by others.
The staff are very friendly and welcoming with on site wardens who escort you to your pitch on arrival and will even help you to unhitch and get safely onto your pitch.
The toilet/shower blocks are clean modern and well presented. There are also laundry rooms, a family bathroom with full sized bath, disabled facilities and a wetsuit wash area.
There are two adventure play grounds for children with woodland trails through the park and a small picturesque lake area as well. The stream is quite fast flowing though, especially following heavy rain and as some of the pitches in the top end of the park have a sheer drop down to the stream, it makes them a little unsuitable for those with small children. The lower end of the park is much flatter though, with the stream off to one side making it much more suitable for young children.
Currently on site as I write the review, passing the time as its raining. This is our 4th visit to Hidden Valley and although not the cheapest it is very well maintained and you can see where your extra pounds are invested. All facilities are very clean, plenty of staff and the premier pitches are very large and well kept.
We will be back again. Great to see that now have wifi throughout the camping site and £12 for a weeks worth of use is not too bad, the signal is great.
Welcoming reception staff and wardens could not have been any better. Lovely walks in the woods. Facilities clean and user friendly warm underfloor heating and constant hot water. Would recommend the breakfast at the cafe.
We had a premier pitch very large and spacious lovely setting with the stream running below our unit. Bus stop outside the site to so many destinations so no need to use your car. Will be back there in August just hope the weather is a bit dryer.
Stayed at this site with my wife and dog and found it to be a superb site and excellent value for money.
The site staff are very welcoming and helpful and the toilet/shower blocks are absolutely spot on, clean and warm and almost as good as at home.
The site is very attractive and has good woodland trails for walking the dog and lovely gardens and tea rooms for those occasions when you just want to watch the world go by.
Would heartily recommend it to anyone and will definitely revisit it in the future.
Just returned from a 10 day stay at Hidden Valley.
As a best of British site I did expect better quality pitches and site roads as these were not level and full of potholes. The general opinion of our party agreed that this did spoil the site.
Toilet block was adequate but felt if the site had been full then don't think 3 showers, 3 toilets, 3 washbasins is enough.
The super pitches looked good, but quite a walk away from the toilet block, which involves climbing about 15 steps to reach this block, someting to bear in mind if you are not fit.
I feel that I must mention the wardens (gentleman with beard and his wife) who could not be more helpful or amiable if they tried, in fact I would say the best couple I have experienced at any site in all of my caravanning years.
Sorry would not return based purely on the pitches or the roads around the site.
We arrived late on a Sunday night and had to phone for the ranger to come and let us in and show us to our pitch. Pitch was quite near to the road and we did notice a lot of road noise but that could be because we live in the country with very little traffic.
We had a hard standing pitch which was not very level and we noticed this about a lot of the standard pitches so levellers are a must, we were also asked not to use the grass patch in between pitches which seemed a bit strange as they would have been nice to sit out on seeing as we did have 2 sunny days!
Having walked around the site later we wish we had booked a grass pitch down in the meadow, so peaceful down there it was lovely, hidden away amongst a forest clearing and no road noise.
Toilet/shower blocks are adequate but only 3 showers for 60 pitches and could imagine it would be very busy in high season and possible shortage of showers. Underfloor heating was nice and plenty of hot water but the toilet facilities could do with updating, when you look up at the vent above showers in the ladies it is covered in green mould so not particularly nice. Cleaned late in the morning when we were there & would imagine by that time they would be very dirty when site is busy so would be nicer if they were cleaned before most campers up.
Plenty of lovely walks for the dog, she loved it. Did not see a warden or the site owners at all so cannot comment on them at all, though it would have been nice if someone would have come along and asked if everything alright the following day.
Information on facilities etc had to be asked for not given freely. We would visit again as it was a nice site but beware that the drive in to pitches is full of potholes and could seriously do with some remedial work. Next time we visit we will be asking for a grass pitch away form the road noise near to the standard pitches.
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Just spent 2 weeks at Hidden Valley and on the whole it's a lovely site. We had a premier pitch, which had water, electric hook-up, tv ariel point and picnic bench on Kingfisher Meadow and the pitches are huge. The staff are very friendly and helpful and we were shown to our pitch by one of the wardens who explained how we were to pitch and where everything was. 
