Local area
A perfect corner of East Devon
River walks, sea air, country pubs and a proper city in easy reach. Ask us for today's recommendation.
Ottery St Mary
Handy local town for supplies, independent shops and a wander.
Sidmouth
Classic seaside town — beach, cliffs, gardens, cafes and Regency charm.
Jurassic Coast
Coast path, dramatic scenery, beaches, geology and proper sea air.
Budleigh Salterton
Pebble beach, River Otter walks, estuary wildlife.
Honiton
Antiques, independent shops, market days.
Exeter
Cathedral, independent shops, restaurants — a rainy-day hero.
Seaton
Pebble beach, tramway, wetlands and birdlife.
Local pubs
Ask us for the day's recommendation — pubs come and go, good ones endure.
Farm shops & local produce
Devon does this well. We'll point you at the best of the season.
Rainy day ideas
Cathedrals, cinemas, museums, bookshops, cosy pubs with fires.
The Bowhayes family
Our sister sites
The orchard you're staying in is part of a wider Bowhayes story — trees grown here, cider pressed from these apples.
Bowhayes Trees
Our specialist tree nursery — fruit trees, hedging and ornamentals grown on the farm.
Visit treesBowhayes Orchards
Our cider orchards — proper Devon cider made from the apples around your tent.
Visit orchardsLocal guides
GuideDog-friendly beaches & cafes near SidmouthFrom the Bowhayes blog
Free Summer Events Near Bowhayes Farm
What's on in July & August — local events, festivals and things to do within easy reach of the farm.
Read on bowhayesfarm.co.ukCider Harvest 2025: From Blossom to Barrel
A year in the orchard — blossom, bees, apples and the rhythm of a working cider farm.
Read on bowhayesfarm.co.ukSummer at Bowhayes Farm: A Season of Growth, Guests, and Good Cider
The farm in high summer — long evenings, orchard life, and the promise of a good vintage.
Read on bowhayesfarm.co.ukGlamping in an Orchard vs. Staying in a Hotel
What makes sleeping among the apple trees different — and why guests keep coming back.
Read on bowhayesfarm.co.ukWhat Guests Say About Staying at Bowhayes Farm
Real guest reviews — the Jurassic Coast, the orchard, and why Bowhayes feels like home.
Read on bowhayesfarm.co.ukLooking for more? Visit the Bowhayes Farm blog for guest stories, orchard updates, and local recommendations.