Brayford, Devon, England
Glamping pods in the Bray Valley on the edge of Exmoor, built from repurposed WWII Army buildings that were originally part of a searchlight headquarters and POW camp on the Little Bray Estate. Each pod has a log burner, a king size bed, and a camping gas stove, with a separate ablutions block a short walk away. The pods run on solar power, sufficient for lighting and basic needs but not for a fridge.
The setting is genuinely atmospheric. The wartime history of the buildings adds a layer of interest that most glamping sites entirely lack, and the valley views from the field boundary are substantial. Woodland access and fishing rights on the River Bray (subject to licence) are included. At £59 a night, this is one of the cheapest tiny stays in Devon, and the WWII provenance makes it one of the most unusual.
We love the WWII heritage. Sleeping in a repurposed searchlight HQ on a former POW camp site, with Exmoor on the doorstep and a log burner for warmth, at £59 a night. Nothing else like it.
Reviewers praised Margaret’s grandson Jaimie for excellent care, noted the spacious and comfortable accommodations, nearby attractions, and the convenience of the facilities. Overall, it was a peaceful and relaxing stay.
