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Golden Sands Holiday Park (PHolsUK)
Week Lane
Dawlish
South Devon (Browse area)
EX7 0LZ
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Pitches: Caravans for Hire & Sale
Open: 06/03/2026 to 02/11/2026
06/03/2027 to 02/11/2027
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 No Tents |
 No Caravans |
 No Motorhomes |
 No Campervans |
 Glamping Units |
 Holiday Homes for Hire |
 Holiday Homes for Sale |
 No Seasonal Pitches |
 No Electric Hookups |
 No Hardstandings |
 No Fully Serviced Pitches |
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| Who's it for |
 Families Welcome |
 Not Members Only |
 No Rallies |
 Not Naturist Site |
 Dogs Welcome |
 No Dogs Allowed |
 Groups Welcome |
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| Facilities |
 Toilet Facilities |
 Hot Showers |
 Washing Up |
 No Bathroom |
 Baby Changing Facilities |
 Laundry On Site |
 Drinking Water |
 Disabled Friendly |
 Chemical Disposal |
 No Battery Charging |
 Gas Exchange |
 Recycling Facilities |
 No Kitchen Facilities |
 No Freezer / Fridge |
 No Motorhome Point |
 Wifi Access |
 Shop On Site |
 Bar On Site |
 Restaurant or Cafe or Takeaway On Site |
| Activities |
 Kids Playground |
 TV Room |
 Games Room |
 Evening Entertainment |
 Fishing <1 mile |
 No Wild Swimming |
 Indoor Pool On Site |
 Outdoor Pool On Site |
 Horse Riding <5 miles |
 No Cycle Hire |
 Golf <5 miles |
 Tennis <5 miles |
 Beach <1 mile |
 Watersports <1 mile |
 No Boat Launch |
| Other Features |
 No Sea Views |
 Not Working Farm |
 No Campfires Allowed |
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 No Waterside Pitches |
 Public Transport |
 Offroad Dog Walk On Site or Direct Access |
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| Date of Visit: October 2008 |
Unit: Touring Caravan |
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| Reviewer: Martins16 |
8 reviews from this member |
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 What a lovely site, its a short walk to the other two sites whose facilities you can use should you want some entertainment. The only fault we found was the toilets and showers - they were very clean and tidy which was a miracle as we had some terrible rain and the pitches ended up very muddy, but there was no heating in them so being a very cold October week it was freezing.
Site is easily walkable to Dawlish Warren where the train station is and you can catch train and it was very reasonable, also in Dawlish Warren are a few pubs and a good amusement arcade. Enjoyed our stay at Peppermint Park and would go again but maybe not in October unless they get the toilet block heated. 
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| Date of Visit: September 2008 |
Unit: Touring Caravan |
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| Reviewer: Arsenal fan |
29 reviews from this member |
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This was not where we wanted to stay but they didn't allow animals at Golden Sands who passed my inquiry to Peppermint.
During 25yrs of camping we had never been to Dawlish so didnt know what to expect but were delighted with the area. Not far from the beach, good pubs, take aways and local supermarket which was reasonable and stocked everything and opened till 10pm.
The best part was not having to use the car.
Discovered the railway station with trains which ran frequently to Torquay and Exeter areas at £4 return for adults. It was a bargain as car parking is pricey.
Now to the site, first impression was the steepness from each terrace of touring park. We expected mud as August had been so wet but a few of the empty pitches were waterlogged and churned up mud. Ours was on 2nd row and this was one of the worst on there pools of dirty water sawdust had been put down which had mixed into the mud within seconds the floor of caravan was filthy. We asked if we could move to another pitch on the end which looked drier staff couldn't have been more helpful warden came and helped move caravan and helped us to hook up when we left as the access from the pitch was very tight due to the cars parked in front of the vans which is the preferred way. This would be a problem getting on and off the pitches when the site is full.
The toilet block was large and well equiped, kept clean and tidy as we were on the same level it was ok but whould be a climb up and down from the other rows especially for small children and those with mobility problems.
We enjoyed our stay and found it peaceful but this was the week when the kids went back to school couldn't say what its during holidays as we saw very few over 5yrs old. Didn't use the club facilities as the programme didn't appeal to use only thing was the tribute bands which didn't start till 10.45 couldn't be bothered to hang about waiting.
We will definitely come here again next summer probably for longer as there was so much to do.
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| Date of Visit: August 2008 |
Unit: Touring Caravan |
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| Reviewer: Fjordnfresian |
2 reviews from this member |
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When my husband and I first met we enjoyed visiting peppermint park every year. We would stay for a week and then my parents would have the van for a week then we would go back down for another week and bring the van home.
We went into the clubhouse once for a nose, it wa nice but we are not club people so we didn't really use it, we preferred to go down to the beach every night for a mooch in the beach huts and a walk along the beach - the views were lovely.
The pool was outdoors, cold but nice and I went in every day sometimes I was the only one in there despite this there was always a life guard on duty, and the little shop always had a good selection of bits and bobs.
However this time when we went back I was disappointed to find that the pitch just inside the gate that we have stayed on for years has been taken over by a wooden hut and there were statics everywhere. We had to drive right into the back of nowhere to get to the touring caravans - we felt terribly unwanted. We were so far away from the entrance to the site that instead of walking with out small children down to the beach we had to drive because it was too far for them to walk - they were tired by the time we got to the main road.
Saying that the toilets were always clean and hedges and grass always kept neat and tidy. There was also a specific field set aside for a doggy exercise area which is a nice touch.
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| Date of Visit: August 2008 |
Unit: Campervan |
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| Reviewer: Karene2004 |
4 reviews from this member |
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Arrived after reception had closed, but a warden was with us within minutes to run through all details and show us to our pitch. Park was very very busy due to bank holiday, Facilities were good and not stuck in the 80's as others suggest. Beach is a nice stroll from park ( slight hill just before beach ) only problem is if your in the touring area it takes ages to actually get to the road just outside the site.
We enjoyed our stay at peppermint park and would revisit.
Faults we encountered with this site are :- hardstanding pitches for motorhomes are not flat and chocks are required and no prams / pushchairs are allowed into the entertainment room (clubhouse) after 6pm due to health and safety and so having a young baby who would need the pram we never went to watch any shows or enjoy an evening in the club.
If you want a meal out we enjoyed the boathouse just near the beach and the smugglers inn which is on the way to dawlish on the left, the carvery is recommended.
Gerrards supermarket just outside the site provides everything you require and is very reasonably priced . .
Hope you enjoy your holiday if your staying here, we did.
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| Date of Visit: July 2005 |
Unit: Trailer Tent |
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| Reviewer: Magsx1 |
8 reviews from this member |
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Spent two weeks here,
Never again!
We were placed next to the loos, down what I can only describe as a muddy incline so people walked above along the top,which also housed the large rubbish bins, which were being emptied/filled at all hours so no chance of a lie in.
There was a well used muddy slide/rabbit run through on our pitch which we blocked off to stop the kids from splashing mud on our canvas but we shouldnt have bothered cos they just pushed it aside.
Sardines have more room then we and many others had,
We had a tent in front of our tent so small were the pitches they could see right into ours and we could theirs.
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| Date of Visit: May 2008 |
Unit: Trailer Tent |
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| Reviewer: Kbarnes |
2 reviews from this member |
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Disappointed with the whole park, apart from the play park there was no real entertainment for younger children, we had choose this park as it was meant to cater for kids. The indoor pool was small with one lifeguard who often left the pool and just put a sign out! The red mud stained clothes and canvas.
Showers were cold. Cleaners on site cleaning quite alot which is a plus.
Spoke to two other people who complained and said they wouldnt return neither would we!
The menu in the clubhouse was cheap and the food was good.
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| Date of Visit: July 2007 |
Unit: Tent |
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| Reviewer: Paul.J |
1 review from this member |
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This was our first visit to Peppermint Park. On arrival we found the reception staff very pleasant and helpful. We have a large tent but still found our pitch size very generous.
Toilet and washing facilities were excellent and well maintained throughout our visit.
Drainage on the grass areas was a bit of a problem but the grounds men were always willing to help with supplying bark chippings to fill in the puddles where the tents were pitched.
Entertainment was first class for a small site and would shame some Haven sites we have visited - well done!
Kids play ground is adequate but some of the apparatus was broken.
Would recommend this site to any one and the carvery in the club house is a must.
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| Date of Visit: September 2007 |
Unit: Motorhome |
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| Reviewer: BigMona |
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We have been to Darlish before, but not Peppermint Park, and we chose this site for its vicinity to the sea. At £18 pound a night the price is steep, but I suppose you pay for the facilities that keep the kids from under your feet all day. We didn't see the pool, or go to the club house for the talent contest so I really can’t comment on them. The facilities were clean and were constantly being cleaned, and the showers were really powerful, I can’t fault that! Now for the state of the pitch, disgusting! The grass was long; it was strewn with coat hangers, used tea bags, and dirty cigarette ends. The whole area also smelt of urine. We stayed one night and moved on at day light cutting our losses. Not my type of site, too bucket and spade.
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| Date of Visit: August 2007 |
Unit: Tent |
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| Reviewer: Denys1954 |
3 reviews from this member |
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After my first review of this site unfortunately this one isn't so favourable. The site hasn't changed a deal in the last ten years, other than the fact it is being taken over by Static Caravans and the dog exercise area has gone, which at £6 a night and no facilities for your poor pooch is scandalous.
The site club seems to be in a time warp, frozen in the 80's and none of the site facilities have been improved upon. I still love the area but unfortunately the site is loosing it's appeal to me.
Many of the pitches were water-logged and wouldn't drain leaving muddy patches where tents etc had been (see photo on my profile)
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| Date of Visit: August 2007 |
Unit: Tent |
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| Reviewer: Rich15062000 |
1 review from this member |
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We have just returned from a weeks camping at Peppermint Park and wanted to give an honest review as I believe people are quick to criticise but not to compliment!
On arrival at the Park we were greeted warmly.
Our pitch was a good size and located close to the facilities. The only downfall to the pitch was that due to the heavy rainfall of the previous few weeks it was muddy and quite slippery underfoot for the children but this soon dried out. There was also a lingering smell (a bit like sewerage) coming from the ground but again this could not be helped as this was only due to the bad weather. And when we mentioned this to the park warden they were very quick to provide wood chipping to help to soak up the muddy water.
The toilets and shower blocks were excellent, clean and there was plenty of hot water. I was also very surprised that we never had to queue once for a shower even during the morning rush as there were plenty of cubicles.
The site shop was well stocked and fairly reasonable although we did eat at the shop takeaway one evening which I do not recommend - not the greatest burger and chips we have eaten!
The swimming pool was clean and well maintained.
The site children's park was also excellent and kept my 2 children happy for numerous hours!
The staff were friendly and helpful - nothing was too much trouble.
The only downside was the walk to the beach which I am afraid to say is quite a bit more than the 680 metres from the site as advertised. Also the beach is not a golden sand beach also as advertised but is shingle. We recommend the journey to Exmouth beach which is golden sand and the water is crystal clear.
The local area is also handy for shops and entertaining the children on a short term basis. There is also a lovely bakery next to the site which was really reasonable.
Would we return to Peppermint Park again - most definitely and we would also recommend the site and the area of Dawlish Warren to our friends and family.
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| Date of Visit: June 2006 |
Unit: Tent |
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| Reviewer: Deltaone |
6 reviews from this member |
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We picked this site as we often stayed in Exmouth and I thought Dawlish would be nice for a change.
We were unfortunate with the weather as it rained for such a long time we had to switch our entrance around our ground sheet has been stained by the red mud.
In general I would call the site average, the bar in the club house was almost visible through he haze of cigarette smoke which meant that we would not use it as we have young children, the club house in general including kids club seemed a little too hi-de-hi for my liking although if you enjoy that sort of thing then it is for you.
The toilet block left a lot to be desired the cleaning stopped at basin level you can clearly see cob webs in the corners of the ceiling and it generally felt like it needed up dating.
It's proximity to the town was a big plus and was a base for us to explore this side of Devon however it is on the same road as Lady Mile which looked at least from the outside to be the better location and better kept camp site, I am afraid I shall not soon be returning.
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| Date of Visit: August 2006 |
Unit: Tent |
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| Reviewer: Shaf |
2 reviews from this member |
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Just have to say thought pitch sizes were on small side, toilet -shower block nice and clean, but to go in casual camping field you would need to be a mountain goat
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| Date of Visit: August 2006 |
Unit: Tent |
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| Reviewer: Denys1954 |
3 reviews from this member |
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A very nice site if a little expensive. We have visited the site on and off for the last 8 years and enjoyed every time we have been. The Clubroom and Pool are nothing to shout about but satisfactory and safe for kids.
Having 16 teenage and young adults in our party (21 of us in total) we find the local area keeps them occupied without us having to drive them around everywhere.
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| Date of Visit: June 2006 |
Unit: Touring Caravan |
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| Reviewer: Bomber8 |
1 review from this member |
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Excellent Park. Showers were hot any time of day and very clean. Very well maintained site. Had a problem with the electric hook up when we first arrived but staff were very helpful and cheerful and soon sorted it out for us. Club House seemed a bit scruffy and the toilets weren't that good but overall this was a very good campsite, I will definitely go back there again.
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| Date of Visit: August 2006 |
Unit: Trailer Tent |
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| Reviewer: Julie23 |
5 reviews from this member |
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Expected it to be busy but you could not park your car next to your tent but on a small road thus leading to double parking.
The playground was at the top of a hill so steep that even the grown ups struggled to get up/down.
However, great for tiring the children out! Playground itself was ok.
Toilets/Showers need updating and even though site was very busy there was plenty of hot water.
Swimming pool was good 15 minutes walk with the children and was average.
Reception, you needed a bike to get to it and the beach is not 680 metres from the site.
We didnt use the beach at Dawlish as found Exmouth to be better but if you dont want to drive the twenty minutes etc then it would take you about 30-40 mins to walk.
Pitches were marked and you were shown and told to park in between the white lines??? What lines and how come large caravans complete with extensive awnings etc seemed to take precidence.
We could see into next door very clearly and thought this must be against fire regs.
Would we go again--NO.
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