Question 1

What time is check-in?

Accepted Answer

Check-in is from 14:00 / 2pm. Please head to the Coffee Shop / Farm Office area when you arrive unless your welcome message says otherwise.

Question 2

What time is check-out?

Accepted Answer

Check-out is by 11:00. Please leave your accommodation tidy, dispose of waste correctly, and let us know about any breakages or issues.

Question 3

What are the quiet hours?

Accepted Answer

Quiet hours are from 21:30 to 07:30, every day. Sound carries surprisingly well in the orchard.

Question 4

What if I arrive late?

Accepted Answer

Please let us know in advance. We'll send instructions so you can find your accommodation safely after dark.

Question 5

Where do I park?

Accepted Answer

Please park in the designated parking area near the entrance and walk to your pitch unless instructed otherwise.

Question 6

Can I drive to my pitch?

Accepted Answer

Vehicles stay in the parking area unless Bowhayes Farm staff tell you otherwise.

Question 7

Is there Wi-Fi?

Accepted Answer

Wi-Fi is available at the Coffee Shop, but not in the bell tents or shepherd's hut. Bowhayes is a good place to unplug.

Question 8

Is there mobile signal?

Accepted Answer

Many major UK networks have mobile signal on site, but rural reception varies.

Question 9

Are dogs allowed?

Accepted Answer

Dogs are welcome on camping pitches, on leads at all times. No dogs in the bell tents. Pippin accepts dogs by prior arrangement only.

Question 10

Can I have a campfire?

Accepted Answer

Yes — in designated firepits only. Supervise at all times. No naked flames in tents or vehicles.

Question 11

Can I use a BBQ?

Accepted Answer

Yes, as long as it's raised off the ground and used safely.

Question 12

What do I need to bring?

Accepted Answer

Towels, torch / headtorch, suitable footwear, weather-appropriate clothing, toiletries, and personal essentials. Campers should also bring bedding and camping equipment.

Question 13

Are towels provided?

Accepted Answer

Please bring your own towels.

Question 14

Is bedding provided in glamping accommodation?

Accepted Answer

Bedding is provided in the bell tents and shepherd's hut.

Question 15

Where are the toilets and showers?

Accepted Answer

See the Site Map. Shared facilities include hot showers, the Outback Shower, the Horsebox Shower & Toilet, and Downstairs Toilet & Kitchen.

Question 16

Is the site suitable for children?

Accepted Answer

Bowhayes Farm is a quiet, adult-focused site. Children aged 13 and over are welcome when accompanied by an adult.

Question 17

Where can I walk nearby?

Accepted Answer

See the Walks & Wildlife section for the Otter Valley, the South West Coast Path, and local river and countryside walks.

Question 18

What wildlife might I see?

Accepted Answer

Sightings vary by season — orchard birds, bats at dusk, butterflies, owls, dragonflies, kingfishers, estuary birds, and seasonal blossom or apples.

Question 19

How do I leave a review?

Accepted Answer

See the Before You Leave section for review links — they help small places like Bowhayes more than you might imagine.

Question 20

How do I book direct next time?

Accepted Answer

Visit bowhayesfarm.co.uk to book direct.