Grass, Hardstanding or Super Pitch: Choosing a Devon Touring Pitch
Choosing a touring pitch in Devon is easier when you look beyond the category name. Your caravan or motorhome dimensions, the space you need around it and the services you want should guide the decision.
Parkers Farm’s published pitch information distinguishes Basic, Standard and Super pitches. This guide explains how to compare those options and what to confirm before reserving your stay.
Start with your complete setup
Write down the length and width of your caravan, motorhome or campervan. Include anything that affects the overall footprint, such as an awning, annex or additional shelter.
For a touring caravan, consider the towing vehicle too. Ask where it should be parked and whether your intended arrangement fits the pitch. Providing accurate details helps the park identify a suitable option rather than relying on a general vehicle description.
If you are travelling with a tent as well as a vehicle, explain that at the enquiry stage. Pitch suitability and occupancy conditions should be agreed before arrival.
Understand the published categories
| Category | Parkers Farm’s published description | What to clarify |
|---|---|---|
| Basic | Level grass pitches without electricity for tents | Suitability for your tent and party |
| Standard | A mixture of level grass and hardstanding electric pitches | Surface allocation and full setup dimensions |
| Super | Hardstanding pitches with electric, TV connection points and wastewater disposal; the tariff also lists water | Current services, connections and equipment needed |
View the pitch information alongside the current booking details. A category description is useful, but it should not replace confirmation of any feature essential to your stay.
Grass versus hardstanding
A grass pitch can appeal to guests who enjoy a traditional outdoor setting. A hardstanding provides a different surface beneath the vehicle. Neither label tells you everything about how an awning or car will be positioned.
Ask whether your awning sits on grass or hardstanding and which parts of the pitch are available for your equipment. If you have specialist pegging requirements, discuss these before travelling.
Avoid treating hardstanding as a guarantee that every part of your setup will be unaffected by weather. Good preparation, appropriate footwear and a sensible arrangement still matter.
Decide which services you need
An electric hook-up can support a suitable touring setup, but you need to know the supply limit and follow the park’s connection requirements. Do not assume that the available power matches a domestic supply.
For a serviced pitch, ask about the position and type of water and wastewater connections. Check which hose lengths and fittings you should bring. A service point is useful only when your equipment can connect to it correctly.
If a TV connection matters to you, confirm compatibility and what cable is needed. This is especially useful when a particular facility is a deciding factor in your booking.
Think about routines and location
Would you prefer shorter walks to facilities, or does another position suit your household better? Do you expect to spend most days exploring, or enjoy more time at the pitch?
Tell the park about practical preferences, particularly where mobility or other individual requirements are involved. Requests should be discussed as requests, rather than assumed allocations.
Families and groups should also check occupancy limits. Booking a pitch does not automatically mean unlimited visitors, extra tents or additional vehicles are included.
Compare the price for your actual party
Read the current tariff and booking conditions with your complete group in mind. Establish what the quoted price includes and whether children, additional adults, dogs or extra equipment affect the total.
Dates and pitch categories can change the price, so compare like for like. A serviced pitch may be worthwhile if you will use the services; another option may suit you better if your needs are simpler.
A useful booking enquiry
Include your preferred dates, party size, vehicle dimensions, awning details, dog information and essential service requirements. This gives the team a clear picture of the stay you want.
For directions, use the park’s arrival guidance rather than choosing a route purely because a navigation app calls it the shortest. A route that suits a car may be less convenient for a larger touring vehicle.
Frequently asked questions
Are all Standard pitches hardstanding?
The published description lists a mixture of grass and hardstanding. Confirm the surface if it is important to you.
Is a Basic pitch an electric touring pitch?
Parkers Farm describes Basic pitches as non-electric grass pitches for tents. Check the appropriate touring category for your vehicle.
What should I ask about a Super pitch?
Confirm the current services, connection positions, equipment needed and suitability for your complete setup.
Can I add an awning?
Provide its dimensions and confirm the booking conditions and available space before reserving.
Where can I check current prices?
Use the touring calendar and prices, then confirm any individual requirements with the park.
Choose your touring stay
Visit touring caravans and motorhomes in Devon to start planning. A well-matched pitch helps you settle in with the space and services your holiday needs.
