Dornafield Caravan and Motorhome Club Campsite
Everyone, honestly. Families? The kids will love the play area and the adjacent field for football. Couples? Grab a bottle of wine and watch the sunset over the hills—no kids screaming, just peace. Solo campers? You’ll find a quiet corner to read, or chat with friendly staff. They’re so nice, they’ll probably offer you a biscuit.
Say hello to Dornafield Touring Park | The Caravan Club
But dog owners, listen up. This place is basically a canine paradise. There’s a dedicated dog walk, poo bags everywhere, and a field for off-leash zoomies. Your pup will have more fun than you. And that’s saying something.
I have to mention the eccentric little touches. There’s a honesty shop selling eggs and local jam. A boot scraper at every pitch—because Devon mud is real. And the reception sells these amazing fudge slices. Dangerous. I bought three. No regrets.
Any downsides? (Yes, I’m being honest)
Okay, fine. It’s not a massive site. If you love sprawling, anonymous parks with arcades and discos, this isn’t it. Dornafield is cosy. Intimate. You’ll wave to your neighbours. You’ll learn their dog’s name. Some might call that annoying. I call it charming.
Also, the Wi-Fi is a bit sketchy in some spots. But honestly? Good. Step away from Instagram. Look at a tree. Breathe. The world will survive without you liking that cat video for an hour.
Dornafield Dartmouth Caravan and Motorhome Club Site | Alan Rogers
Another thing: you’ll need a car. The nearest town, Newton Abbot, is a ten-minute drive. It’s got a big Tesco, a few cafes, and a train station. But if you want everything on foot, maybe reconsider. Or just rent a bicycle and pretend you’re in a Monty Python sketch.
Now, let’s talk pitches. You get hardstanding or grass, both with electric hook-up. The hardstanding is level—thank goodness—so no “oops, my caravan is now a seesaw” moments. And the site is quiet after 10 PM. Bliss. No rowdy groups yelling at 3 AM. Just the occasional owl having a hoot.
One pro tip: book early. This place is popular. I tried to snag a spot in August and got the last one. The staff are lovely, but they’re not miracle workers. Plan ahead. Seriously.
Is Dornafield perfect? Not quite. But it’s pretty darn close. You get nature, comfort, and a sense of “I’m actually relaxing” instead of “I’m just stressed in a field.” The Club site standards are high, and this one meets every one of them—then winks at you.
So, next time you’re fiddling with your sat-nav, wondering where to park your motorhome or pitch your caravan, remember Dornafield. Do it. Your inner travel snob will thank you. And if you don’t like it? Well, you can always blame me over coffee. I’ll take that bet.