Minnows Touring Park

This conveniently situated caravan park is adjacent to junction 27 of the M5 and the A361 North Devon link road, with many trees and shrubs screening it from the road. On part of the National Cycle route it makes a super retreat for a long weekend or holiday, and is also an excellent overnight stop on the journey to the West Country.

There are 59 pitches, all of which have hardstanding and 16 amp electric hook-up. The toilet block is in the centre of the park, with good disabled facilities. There is a small laundry room and good information facilities.

The Grand Western Canal runs alongside the park, providing miles of level walking through the Devon countryside which abounds with wild flowers and bird life from spring to autumn.

There’s also coarse-fishing for tench, roach and bream with a national rod licence, you can then obtain a permit from reception. Canoeing or paddleboarding can be done from the site, which has its own landing stage, again permits are required and can be obtained from reception.

There is an 18 hole golf course and driving range within walking distance, with light refreshments available to all. A well-stocked farm shop is close to the site, selling a range of home-produced goods.

TV reception is good (digital), while mobile reception is good on 02 and Orange. As the M5 is nearby, there is easy access to the cathedral town of Exeter, with its beautiful timbered shopping centre and underground passages with guided tours available during the season. The beaches of north and south Devon are an easy drive away, or just take the train (20-minute walk from the site).