Skern Adventure - Appledore
Watertown, Appledore, Bideford EX39 1NG, UK
View on Google MapsA campsite near Bideford
About Skern Adventure - Appledore
Tucked into 22 acres of green fields at the edge of Appledore village, Skern Adventure is an outdoor activity centre that happens to offer a small, straightforward campsite for non-electric grass pitches. The real draw here is access to the tidal Taw and Torridge estuary and the chance to book supervised watersports sessions - rafting, river kayaking, surfing and more - though you'll need to arrange these ahead of arrival. Back on dry land, guests praise the super clean shower facilities and the friendly, safety-conscious instructors who lead activities from high ropes to zip-lining.
The site keeps things simple and low-impact, with basic washing-up points and a strong eco-conscious ethos. Appledore's pubs and independent delis are a ten-minute stroll away, while Bideford (ten minutes by car) offers the ferry crossing to Lundy Island. It's a prime pick for an active north Devon break, though campers seeking a quieter, less activity-focused stay might find the bustle of an adventure centre not quite their cup of tea.
What's nearby
- Watertown Garage next door
- Appledore Book Festival next door
- Sunset Bay 350m away
- Skern View Dog Field in North Devon 350m away
- Moo Music Ltd 400m away
Distances as the crow flies, via Google
Good to know
Accessibility
- ✓Accessible parking
- ✓Accessible entrance
Details via Google — worth confirming with the site before you travel, especially for access needs.
Photos
Photos via Google
People say this activity center offers a wide variety of activities, including high ropes, climbing, zip-lining, and surfing, with clean and comfortable pods for accommodation. They also highlight the delicious food and the super clean shower facilities. Visitors also mention the friendly and helpful staff, who provide excellent guidance and ensure safety during activities.
Summary via Google
Can I bring...?
Pitch types
- Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch
Pitch details as listed by the booking provider — availability and exact pricing shown at checkout.
Lodges & pods
- Bunkroom camping pod (eight person)
- Camping pod (two person)
Facilities
Takeaway & food delivery
Handy if you fancy a night off cooking — here's what delivers near this site.
Just Eat — 20 takeaways deliver to this postcode (EX39 1NG)
Asda Superstore - Bideford
5.0 · Groceries, Alcohol
Costa Coffee Bideford
5.0 · Coffee, Breakfast
HubCafe
5.0 · Sandwiches, Breakfast
Fireaway Designer Pizza - Bideford
5.0 · Pizza, Italian
Paramount
5.0 · Chinese, Oriental
Checked 26 Aug 2026 — always confirm on justeat.co.uk before ordering, as coverage can change.
Deliveroo — 21 restaurants nearby
Sainsbury's Supermarket
KFC
Fireaway Pizza
Morrisons Daily
Iceland
Checked 26 Aug 2026 — always confirm on deliveroo.co.uk before ordering, as coverage can change.
Nearest supermarkets
Handy if you're self-catering or need to stock up on arrival.
- Morrisons, Bideford 2.1 miles
- Co-op, Bideford 2.4 miles
- Tesco, Bideford 2.5 miles
- Lidl, Bideford 3.3 miles
- Aldi, Bideford 3.4 miles
- Asda, Bideford 3.4 miles
- Sainsbury's, Barnstaple 5.3 miles
Straight-line distances — the drive will be longer. Store data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
What visitors say
Me and my son had the best time, we did the high ropes, climbing wall, zip line, archery and surfing. The staff were fantastic. They explained all safety instructions well, helped when needed and we're very friendly. The food was good. We would definitely recommend and will be going back.
3 months ago · via Google
Staff are super friendly and helpful. Catering is great. Beds are clean and the room rules encourage independent kids. Activities are well supervised with proper training and safe equipment
a month ago · via Google
It was great. Staff were so kind, great outdoor adventures. 5 out of 5 hygiene rating, it should have a 5 out of 5 taste rating! Fun assault course, clean pool, extreme high ropes, great adventures down to the river and REALLY fun surfing: the instructors were keeping you safe at all times and were helpful (there are also more activities to try!) Most of the site has easy access for the handicapped. School residential trips also available! 100% 5 stars!
a year ago · via Google
My daughter has just been on the week long summer holiday club and she an awesome time. She really liked having lots of adventures and challenges herself. They did so much, her favourites were zip lining, tunnelling, kayaking and assault course. The instructors were all really nice and helped everyone push themselves beyond their comfort zone. I would have no hesitation in recommending them, either for a week club or the day activities they run. It was fabulous to see her so confident and having such a great time.
a year ago · via Google
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