Go Falconry - Newton Abbot, Devon
An awe-inspiring experience coming into close proximity with some of the world's most elegant Birds of Prey!
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Why stay here ...
- Only two miles from Torquay/Torbay, with easy access to Dartmoor National Park and the market and seaside towns. Bus routes available.
- Friendly smallholding setting with horses, chickens, goat and friendly dog on site. Far reaching views towards Dartmoor offering glorious sun sets. Good walking across the downs, and pub serving food close by.
- Some supreme hardstanding pitches, all pitches are level with water, waste water disposal, electric and TV point. Kids and dogs welcome.
Prices
| Date | Pitch + 2 Adults |
|---|---|
| 01/01/2020 - | £22.50 |
Pitches
Types of pitch: grass, hardstanding
Electric hook up available
Useful Info
0.75 acres
Some sloping pitches
Electric amperage: 16
Lawned site
Recycling Facilities
Nearby
Great savings on days out
Offers available to Club members
Shaldon Wildlife Trust
Set in an acre of woodland this lovely wildlife trust looks after and preserves rare and endangered animals.
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Crackshot Gun Range
Fantastic gun ranges with over 100 targets to shoot at, enough to keep the whole family entertained.
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South Devon Railway
Steam trains with heritage rolling stock, offering a wonderful day out for all ages, all year round.
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Directions
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Sites key:
- Postcode:
- TQ12 5LF
- GPS:
- Lat 50.497958 / Lon -3.592088
- OS field ref:
- SX870677
- OS map ref:
- 202
Transport links
- Bus stop within 1 mile
- Buses go to: Torquay, Torbay, Newton Abbot
- Daily public transport within 1 mile
- Train station within 5 miles
Reviews
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Reviewed: 23/10/2023 15:33
Hmmm......
Yes, we did take previous reviews into consideration when deciding to stay at Crockwell Park. It was the regular bus service in and out of Torquay that trumped the reviews and also being out of season, fewer sites were open in that area. Well, sadly it appears that nothing has changed. Toilet/shower facilities are always a special bonus on a CL, but preferred our Moho facilities on this occasion. Plenty of pitches with dedicated water and EHU, but a challenging gradient onto and off the grass site. Countryside views lovely, but lost when pitched down in the grass area, the advantage of which drowns out noise of passing quarry lorries which did not bother us at all. And still no sign of a Moho drive over grey waste point. Owner’s beautiful dog escaped into the CL which has been mentioned on previous reviews, but not a problem for us as we don’t have a dog. Relatively new to touring we have stayed at many and varied CLs and really enjoy them, even the most basic sites with only fresh water and cassette cleaning available. Crockwell Park is one of the more expensive CLs we have encountered at £25 per night, which seems disproportionate for a tired looking site that has so much potential. We have corresponded with the owner on the above and other isolated issues. Apparently the toilet/shower arrangement is temporary and planning permission has been requested for better facilities. Didn’t get an answer on where to find the Moho drive over grey waste facility despite asking twice. Owner hopes if/when we visit again to have rectified these problems. Note; we didn’t use the bus service at all in the end! We walked and cycled in and out of Torquay and had the odd lift from family.
SoapyOnOn
Reviewed: 02/01/2022 12:22
Certainly not a Gem
We have stayed on many CL's but this is certainly not one of the best! Lovely view from one side of our MH but untidy shabby on the other. £20 a night is well overpriced as facilities very basic, shared portaloo/shower in which the shower was not working. The owners were never around to talk to but when contacted by phone just said shower was broken, but no offer to reduce price for us. We will not be hurrying back to this site.
ScreenNameF83EAAEB0D
Reviewed: 18/09/2021 15:54
Not a good one
Having stayed at many CL sites this is not among our top sites. With only two level pitches with hard standing the rest were on grass slopes, with steep access and caravans could not be levelled properly due to the steepness. During our stay one caravan had to be towed off as the slope was too steep on wet grass to be moved by a standard car We were woken every morning at 7am by lorries going to the nearby quarry, after which the road was busy all day. The dogs in the nearby boarding kennels started a cacophony of barking at 8 am which went on all day until about 5pm There is no where on or near the site to exercise or walk dogs and the road is too dangerous to walk along, also one of the owner's dogs was on the loose on the site several times causing a nuisance and the place smelt badly due to several horses and their exercise yard being in close proximity. Disposal of WC waste was down an open toilet (no flush facility) in a covered box enclosure to one side of the site and rubbish disposal was in a disorganised pile of boxes outside the front gate. We feel it is overpriced for the facility. The view was good, right onto the railway line and lovely countryside beyond.
whytony
Reviewed: 13/09/2021 08:47
dissappointed
must start with the good bit, it is handy for torquay and the surrounds. now the rest. no real worries with the toilet, it was clean. it is a plastic portaloo, sink and shower all in, so it is functional. if you want comfort it is not for you, you will need your own soap and paper as there are no provided basics. the site has two hard standing pitches at the top, or supposedly 5 grass down a very steep slope, we had to be towed out on a dewy morning. if anyone pitches incorrectly at the bottom, which happened on our stay then it becomes a 4 pitch grass slope, two fairly level, two needing lots of wedging. we moved from here on to a £16 a night site in kent...superb. at £20 crockwell i am afraid is not for us, very dissapointed. .
rosie1955
Reviewed: 01/09/2018 18:51
Relaxed place to stay
Have just returned from a holiday with our granddaughter and two dogs. Lovely site, easy access to Torquay, Paignton, Brixham, Dartmoor surrounding coastline and Dartmouth. Near to the town of Newton Abbott and Kingkerswell. Supermarkets close by. The site has a very relaxed feel to it. Lovely to see the horses and other animals running free. Very well priced with electric, TV point, WIFI, shower and toilet ( basic shower but was adequate, would not suit everyone but you can always use your own facility ). Also your own water tap. We would not hesitate to book the site again should we return to the area. Many thanks Michael and Rosemary
SandLW
Reviewed: 27/09/2017 21:16
Conveniently sited for visiting the area - but could do with a tidy
The owners were helpful, friendly and responsive when making the booking and, although not present when we arrived, came round later to check that all was OK. The site is conveniently placed with good road access to local sites and towns of interest. Although the site has good views over the countryside, it does look a bit scruffy on arrival. There is no drive over waste disposal as mentioned on the website and the loo and shower (just the one) are in the same portaloo and use the same floor with just a curtain separating them. It would make the site more attractive if the building yard was fenced off..
RockerMike66
Reviewed: 06/09/2017 20:31
Very happy visitor
Stayed on this site for 5 nights Made very welcome by "mine hosts" nothing was too much trouble Vgood facilities ( even free WI FI and television aerial lead) Good for Torbay Will definitely call again when in the area to this little gem if a site Can't think of anything egative to say.
martinwarren
Reviewed: 24/08/2017 18:12
Brilliant site
Brilliant site to stay on. Lovely welcome with all the facilities you could want. Perfect location for exploring the local area and overall couldn't have asked for much more, will 100% be returning
Simonmac123
Reviewed: 11/08/2017 13:26
Great place as normal
Once again a great place to stay. We come here at least twice and sometimes three times a year, which we have done so for the past four years or more. Dave, the owner is very helpful and will give you any info you need on what to do and where to eat. I don't really understand why there are some negative reviews on here, I suppose there is no pleasing some people! Maybe, they would be better off in a hotel. They have a small playpark for kids and a few chickens wondering about. Also, a goat and some horses that I think are his partners and of course there are his dogs which are very friendly. All in all a great place to stay if you want a quiet place in the countryside near things to do (with a car really although I think there is a bus that runs by and takes you into town etc. Enjoy
Claire Hills
Reviewed: 08/08/2017 20:25
Fantastic Site!
Fantastic Campsite in a stunning location. Views for miles of rolling hills and plenty of space, even for large motor-homes like ours. Owners are very welcoming & helpful. The large portaloo style shower is fantastic! very warm and well lit at night. All pitch's have EHU and TV booster Ariel sockets (essential here in the hills) with perfect TV reception. Water points also readily available on each pitch. My children particularly enjoy the friendly animals that are on site, and the friendly horses and pony enjoy a carrot or two from them! We love this site, will definitely return! Highly recommended. Thanks Dave :)
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ScreenNameFACB82BFE4
Reviewed: 23/10/2023 15:33
Hmmm......
Yes, we did take previous reviews into consideration when deciding to stay at Crockwell Park. It was the regular bus service in and out of Torquay that trumped the reviews and also being out of season, fewer sites were open in that area. Well, sadly ...
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