
The village stands on the River Axe about 1 mile north of where the river now flows through the harbour out into Lyme Bay. Above Axmouth is the Iron Age hill fort on Hawkesdown Hill, probably built by the ancient British tribe, the Durotriges.

Axmouth Caravan Site – Rules & Information
1. Pitches are for personal use only – strictly no sub-letting is allowed.
2. Seasonal pitches are non-transferable. If you wish to give up your pitch, your caravan must be removed from the site and cannot be sold on-pitch to a third party.
3. Refunds: If you vacate your pitch before 1st June, you may reclaim 25% of your seasonal pitch fee. After this date, no refunds will be given under any circumstances.
4. End of season: All caravans must be removed from the site by 22nd October at the latest (unless otherwise agreed).
5. Maximum occupation: Seasonal pitches may only be used for up to 28 consecutive days, with at least one night unoccupied between stays, to ensure the site is not deemed “residential.”
6. Appliances: No electric heaters, refrigerators, freezers or other high-powered appliances may be used in awnings or connected directly to the hook-up.
7. Electric hook-ups must be disconnected when caravans are unattended for extended periods.
8. Windbreaks: Please take down windbreaks if away for over a week, to allow grass cutting.
9. Noise: Excessive noise or disturbance after 11:00pm will not be tolerated.
10. Children must be supervised by a responsible adult at all times.
11. Dogs must be kept on leads at all times, under control, and any fouling must be cleared up immediately.
12. Speed limit: Please observe a maximum speed of 5mph on site.
13. Visitors: All day visitors must be signed in at reception and leave by 10:30pm.
14. Waste disposal: Rubbish must be placed in the bins provided. No fly tipping. Large items (furniture, BBQs, etc) must not be left on site.
15. BBQ’s & fire safety: Only raised BBQ’s are permitted. No open ground fires. BBQ’s must be attended at all times and fully extinguished afterwards.
16. WiFi usage: Paid WiFi is available for guests. Sharing of access codes, streaming illegal content, or excessive downloading that affects other users is prohibited. The service is provided on a fair-use basis.
17. Insurance: All caravans must be insured by the owner. Proof of insurance may be requested.
18. Liability: The site cannot be held responsible for loss, theft, injury, flooding, weather damage or damage caused by trees. Caravans and property are left at the owner’s risk.
19. Pitch numbers must be visible at all times.
20. Behaviour: Respectful behaviour is expected at all times. Aggressive, antisocial, or abusive conduct towards staff or other guests will not be tolerated.
Payments:
Payments must be made by BACS transfer only (we no longer accept cheques).
Our seasonal pitch fee is £2,500 for the period 15th March - 15th October 2026. Payment plans for existing seasonal pitch holders are available upon request. Please note that once booked, you are liable for the full season fee. If you have any queries or questions, please don’t hesitate to contact us via our online enquiry form. We’re here to help and, if we can, we will.
