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Widdicombe Farm Touring Park
The Ring Road
Compton
Torquay
South Devon (Browse area)
TQ3 1ST
Tel: 01803 558325
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Pitches: 180
Open: 31/03/2026 to 16/10/2026
31/03/2027 to 16/10/2027
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 Small Campervans |
 No Glamping Units |
 Holiday Homes for Hire |
 No Statics for Sale |
 Seasonal Pitches |
 Electric Hookups |
 Hardstanding Pitches |
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| Who's it for |
 Adults Only |
 Not Members Only |
 Rallies Welcome |
 Not Naturist Site |
 Dogs Welcome |
 No Dogs Allowed |
 Groups Welcome |
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| Facilities |
 Toilet Facilities |
 Hot Showers |
 Washing Up |
 No Bathroom |
 No Baby Changing |
 Laundry On Site |
 Drinking Water |
 Disabled Friendly |
 Chemical Disposal |
 No Battery Charging |
 Gas Exchange |
 Recycling Facilities |
 No Kitchen Facilities |
 Freezer / Fridge |
 Motorhome Point |
 Wifi Access |
 Shop On Site |
 Bar On Site |
 Restaurant or Cafe or Takeaway On Site |
| Activities |
 No Playground |
 No TV Room |
 Games Room |
 Evening Entertainment |
 Fishing <10 miles |
 No Wild Swimming |
 No Indoor Pool |
 No Outdoor Pool |
 No Horse Riding |
 No Cycle Hire |
 Golf <5 miles |
 No Tennis |
 Beach <10 miles |
 Watersports <10 miles |
 No Boat Launch |
| Other Features |
 No Sea Views |
 Working Farm |
 No Campfires Allowed |
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 No Waterside Pitches |
 Public Transport On Site |
 Offroad Dog Walk On Site or Direct Access |
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| Date of Visit: June 2014 |
Unit: Touring Caravan |
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| Reviewer: Andy and maz |
11 reviews from this member |
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 My husband and I spent 8 nights here during a visit to Devon. The staff were so helpful when we booked as we kept changing our minds about what dates and pitch we wanted and they were able to shuffle things around for us to give us exactly what we wanted. We ended up with an amazing pitch right at the top of the site with stunning views over the countryside. The main toilet block was spotlessly clean with lots of showers, loos and wash stations. There where also smaller toilet blocks on the site, and while smaller and not as posh as the main one they are still perfectly acceptable. The Hayloft Bar was also fine for a few evening drinks and provided some form of entertainment every night including live singer, karaoke, comedy act and bingo (damn you number 54, I could have been £90 richer)!
The traffic noise from the dual carriage way by pass can be heard at night depending on wind direction - take ear plugs if you think tis will bother you like we did.
Poppies restaurant is a separate business but I thought I'd give it a mention anyway. We had Sunday dinner there which was lovely and two evening meals. On our last night we decided to eat there again but our meals took 55 minutes to arrive. We had apologies from the waiter but to us 9pm to start our meal was a bit late. The restaurant is only small and was not even half full so there didn't seem to be a reasonable explanation for this. However I can't fault the food. 
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| Date of Visit: May 2014 |
Unit: Touring Caravan |
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| Reviewer: Mothergriff |
6 reviews from this member |
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This site will be one that I will be returning to, Staff are friendly and nothing to much trouble. Toilet and shower blocks are immaculate hot water and seats to sit on. Site is kept in tip top condition. Small shop with just about all you need, a bar which depending on time of the season has entertainment and a café /restaurant which we didn't get the opportunity to use but was busy when we passed by it. Pitches were a decent size and we were not on top of each other. If I had any negatives it would be paying for Wi-Fi and the go-cart track across the road which interrupts the quite peaceful site. All in a great site at a great price.
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| Date of Visit: May 2014 |
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| Reviewer: Richardvip545 |
4 reviews from this member |
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Just returned from a 5 day stay. We were on 'Poppy 9' pitch.
Lovely site, brilliant welcome from reception staff. The downside for me, and it is nothing to do with site staff, is the way some other visitors left the toilets, if they do it in their own homes then they have a serious problem! I felt sorry for the cleaning staff having to go in there. Other than that lovely.
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| Date of Visit: September 2013 |
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| Reviewer: Dawhee |
4 reviews from this member |
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Lovely camp, toilet and showers kept very clean, staff very sociable and friendly just outside Torquay. The only thing we were disappointed with was the views going off the internet pictures thought all the plots had a lovely view and when booked asked for a pitch with a view but was very disappointed has we were allocated a pitch right at the bottom of the camp without a view. Would visit this camp again but would want to book a pitch with the view.
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| Date of Visit: September 2013 |
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| Reviewer: MrMrsMagill |
5 reviews from this member |
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Arrived at this campsite in the pouring rain! They normally only allow bookings of three nights or more, but made an exception for us as we phoned ahead. Staff very friendly, went out of their way to help, but somewhat eccentric! Reception, shop and restaurant decor somewhat unusual, but that added character. Fully stocked shop, restaurant and bar. Entertainment was provided at the bar, but we didn't make use of that because of the weather. Takeaway facility from restaurant, as well as local takeaway services which deliver to the site. Toilets, showers and other facilities excellent and well kept. Showers vary in temperature, however, depending on whether someone is using the wash basins or not! Overall a good site and we would stay again, if ever back in the area.
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| Date of Visit: September 2013 |
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| Reviewer: Moe58 |
2 reviews from this member |
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Just spent a relaxing week here, nice quiet site but not far away from Torquay and other places. Good WiFi and a problem was sorted out within the hour by ClubWiFi, excellent service. Nice little clubhouse and a good singer (Mrs Winward). Pitches are all level but number 37 and the three either side get no sun after early morning due to the high bushes. The shop is a tad small and remember to 'book' your daily paper for the next day. Toilet block was good and very clean all the time. Good sized dog field which with a bit of fencing and chicken wire could be made very secure for dogs to be off the leash, however go out of the main gate and immediately after the stopover area on the left there is a gate onto the old road which is good for dogs. A good site with good facilities, helpful staff and lots to do in the area.
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| Date of Visit: August 2013 |
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| Reviewer: Marymint1 |
2 reviews from this member |
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This is a fantastic site. We stayed 4 nights and were made very welcome by the staff. We had a plot near to the toilet block and shop, bar and restaurant. Everything is so well thought out and the cleanliness of the whole site is really what one would and should expect. There is nothing negative to say about this site, all was fantastic, try it for your holiday. You won't be disappointed. The area is also well worth a visit and Sidmouth is a lovely place to visit. Really enjoyed our stay. Thank you everyone! Will definitely come again.
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| Date of Visit: August 2013 |
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| Reviewer: Caitlin77 |
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We have just returned from a 6 week visit to Widdicombe Farm and can't agree with the review submitted by 'stella4steve'. We found the tastefully furnished Hayloft bar provided excellent entertainment and the bar opening times were about what we would expect really. On Saturday night the karaoke continues until a little after midnight, which means that it's at least 12.30am by the time the bar is closed. On the other hand, Sunday, which is a bingo night, is an earlier night as Sundays often are in many places, but surely one early night a week is acceptable. We found the staff to be friendly and helpful and most welcoming. Gordon and Thelma are extremely good hosts and do everything they can to make your stay enjoyable. It seems to me that many people return time after time which must mean most people are more than happy with this adult only site which is close to many great places of interest. We will definitely be back!.
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| Date of Visit: August 2013 |
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| Reviewer: Hirst7 |
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We have just had 2 week at his great site and we are planning to return next year. It is well laid out and the pitches are of a good size to allow van, awning and parking on the grandstanding. There is a grass area next to the pitch o so out on. It is terraced so if you have mobility probe make sure o request a low over. The facilities are spotless with plenty of hot water. The on site restaurant, Poppies, does great food at a good price. The Hayloft bar is always welcoming and provides entertainment each evening. The bingo nights have prizes of £100+ each game and the singer's are worth listening to. Highly recommend this site and will definitely return.
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| Date of Visit: July 2013 |
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| Reviewer: Black greyhound |
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We arrived on the 9th for our 3rd visit and we were not disappointed as always we had a warm welcome from the reception staff who had our pitch ready for us. We set up and then went to Poppy's restaurant for breakfast all fresh food and freshly cooked. The site is very very clean and the pitches are kept tidy you have a space for the caravan a space for the car and also a place for the awning. In the evening we went to the Hay Loft bar and watched brilliant live entertainment. The toilets and showers are spotless with plenty of hot water and wardens are never far away if you need them. Everything an Adult touring park site should be and more. K&V Middx
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| Date of Visit: July 2013 |
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| Reviewer: Stchris356 |
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We found this site on here and after reading the reviews we decided to book.
On arrival there was a pleasant lady in reception who explained everything and after purchasing a wi-fi card headed to our pitch. The pitch was an adequate size and the utilities where close to hand. Poppies breakfasts were brilliant and the staff in the restaurant and the shop were very cheerful and helpful.
We found the site very clean and well kept. Our only disapointments were 1, the road noise. Although we were fully aware of the sites proximity to the dual carrageway and expected some road noise, it was really quite loud!
2, After set up we decided to 'upgarde' our wi-fi card (unused), at reception was a different lady and we asked if it would be OK to exchange the card, she was clearly not amused!
Finally we went down to the bar at 10:30 on the first night to 'check it out' as I approached the bar there was a family infront of us being served so we politely waited our turn when a 'senior gentleman' walked into the bar, clearly not happy and said 'you don't want a drink do you?' to which I replied 'well that would be nice!' only for him to grunt back that they closed at 10:30 to which I pointed out I understood you were open until 11 o'clock to which he replied 'that there was a sign on the door' which was propped open so we didn't see it, he then grunted 'well you can have a drink if you drink it quickly' to which I replied calmly ' you know what, don't bother' naturally that was our first and last visit to the bar!
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| Date of Visit: July 2013 |
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| Reviewer: VillaMan |
6 reviews from this member |
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Spent a glorious week at this site the first week of July. There is no doubt that it is a very well run site with very friendly staff, good pitches and excellent, spotlessly clean facilities. There is however one major drawback to this site, particularly relevant to motorhomers, I feel, and anyone who wants to lock the car up and utilise public transport, and that is its location. Certainly it is within the Torquay boundary but it is located the far side of the A380. So while access is superb as you approach the site, to get into Torquay without a car is very difficult. They mention a shuttle bus but this only calls if there is a minimum of 8 people requiring it (some of the site literature says 10) and, while there is a bus stop at the site entrance, there is no direct service to Torquay and on the return journey, because of the A380, it doesn’t drop you at the site entrance. The nearest stop is at Occombe Farm, a good 30mins brisk walk back to the site on not a particularly nice bridle path. My wife and I take our bikes with us when we tour but the uphill journey back from Paignton nearly killed us ! It is so steep you have to walk your bike back nearly all the way. To have any proper freedom of movement if you stay at this site and you don’t have access to a car (or would prefer not to use yours), you will have to factor in taxi rides into and out of Torquay / Paignton. For the record we put our name down for the shuttle bus twice but no one else did on those days, and we worked out the bus timetable and where we had to change for Torquay but the bus never arrived. Also be aware that it is a request stop anyway and you would have to move pretty smartish to flag the bus down as the traffic is motoring on at a fair old pace past the site and it isn’t advisable to be standing too close to the road. The taxi service is very good and reliable and will set you back about £10 - £15 one way. All in all a lovely site, which I would probably visit again but you have to be fairly relaxed about your transport arrangements. Parking for motorhomes is quite limited in Torbay as well.
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| Date of Visit: July 2013 |
Unit: Touring Caravan |
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| Reviewer: Stella4steve |
3 reviews from this member |
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On arrival a warm welcome direction to your pitch (map)pitches are tight and some unhitched and pushed there caravans into there pitch very steep roads. Went into the Hayloft on the eve of arrival friday Andy Oakley very entertaining thought the rest of our stay would be. Now Hayloft bar/room open 8 till 11pm no daytime looks out dated decor chairs need tlc do not sit on the seats on the right side of the bar season only and no moving the seats as you are told to leave them where they are saturday was a jaw dropping the owner gordon was tired he had a late night (friday) wanted a early night rang the bell 10. 30pm back in caravan 11. 05 but wanted us not to sit watching our tv and come to the Hayloft. This site stuck in the 70's if you are 70 plus love early nights horlicks and as my husband said if you are dead this is for you. Toilet lovely clean and views breath taking we will not be back ps watch out for people using your premier pitch using your pitch to fill up and empty there waste
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| Date of Visit: March 2013 |
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| Reviewer: Bellybum |
7 reviews from this member |
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Visited Widdicombe farm in march 2013, weather was dry!, We were greeted by a very friendly receptionist, shame the shop wasnt open till the Thursday which meant we had to set up and then go off site to do the shopping.
The site is made up of tiers, with very narrow roads between the pitches on either side of each tier, not good to reverse the caravan on if there is another unit opposite your pitch, you really need a motor mover to get onto the pitch
Other than that the site is clean and tidy with good views, the carriageway that runs next door to the site is not too noisy in the daytime and is quiet at night.
This park is very near to Paignton, Brixham, and Torquay so you do not have to travel very far.
The central toilet block is fantastic! The bar is quite nice, but did not open till 8-30 pm, for some people that is bedtime! Will go back if I choose to go back to that area again
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| Date of Visit: October 2012 |
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| Reviewer: Patriciag |
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I can't agree with the two reviewers who were not happy with their stay at Widdicombe Farm, Torquay in October. We also visited this site at this time but found that everything was as we expected it to be for the very end of the season. We already knew that Poppies, the bar and shop would not be open so we picked up what we needed locally. We did'nt have any trouble with the electrics either as we were able to put the heating on at the same time as the kettle as we always use a small 'caravan ' kettle which won't trip the electrics. We had a lovely 4 day break, all facilities on site were spotlessly clean, the showers were hot and the staff were helpful and friendly. We visited Torquay, Brixham and Teignmouth and enjoyed a peaceful and relaxing break. We will definitely be visiting this site again at Easter.
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