It’s easy to reel off green platitudes, but at Woodovis we try to make it a natural part of the way the business is run. The beauty of our park and surrounding areas is one of the main reasons you come here – we want to sustain that for generations to come.
Small changes can have a huge impact on our environment – if enough people do them, and keep doing them every day. Here are some of the steps we’ve been making at Woodovis.Park.
You can view our environmental and social responsibility policy here.
At Woodovis Park, we…
Woodovis Park is a fully self-sufficient park with green energy now being used to supply electricity to Woodovis with its very own Solar Array Panel System.
How do our Solar Panels work?
First, sunlight hits our solar panels on the ground array, the panels convert the energy to DC current, which flows to an inverter. The inverter converts the electricity from DC to AC, which we then use to power our holiday park.
According to the EPA website, an 79kW solar system avoids the equivalent of an estimated 750,000 pounds of carbon dioxide being released into the air each year, doing the work of approximately 450 mature trees, which is the equivalent of growing a forest.
Our commitment to environmental sustainability is ever growing but we are so proud of being one step closer to making our holiday park fully environmentally friendly.
Woodovis Park has its own fresh water bore hole which provides Woodovis with its own private water supply from the surrounding land. This drastically reduces our carbon emissions and is a great sustainable natural water source.
We recycle glass, paper, cardboard and plastic, donate old bedding to the local animal rescue and reuse garden waste by chipping it for mulch. Email first wherever possible, because it reduces paper usage and road mileage. We would like to recycle the food waste created, however the company who removes our waste is still not geared up for this. We do suggest guests look in to the Love Food Hate Waste campaign.
We calculated we’d produce 2-3.5 metric tonnes of CO2 if we collected papers each day as we’re unable to get delivery here. This is made up of the actual production of papers and the 2000 miles of travel to collect them each season. So we offer free WiFi access instead!
We buy local where possible and stock a wide range of local produce in the shop, from fresh free range eggs from nearby farms to Devon made jams, pickles, chutneys and vinegars from Hogs Bottom Garden Delights. Less waste, more taste…
Woodovis is a pretty special place which attracts a huge variety of wildlife. We do everything possible to keep it that way. We’ve planted hundreds of native species and we’re rejuvenating the beech trees along the drive by cutting out the extra growth, allowing new specimen trees to take the place of the big old ones once they go. (The old trees were probably planted in 1855!) We also provide a dog walking and exercise area and dog bins to help our dog owners leave no traces behind and we’re fortunate that our guests take as much care as we do to keep the park beautiful and litter free.
You can help the environment too!
>> Take a look at our Responsible Visitor Charter
>> Download our fuel economy tips (they really work!)
>>Find out more about your own travel. Link here to Green Caravanning from the National Caravan Council.
>>Find out more about reducing your food waste by joining the Love Food Hate Waste campaign.
>>Find out more about recycling at Recycle Now
South West Tourism Excellence Awards: Sustainable Tourism category 2015 – Bronze
Visit Devon Sustainable Tourism Award 2015 – Bronze
Winners in the GOLDSTAR award through the Green Tourism Business Scheme
Sustainable Tourism Award 2011 – Silver
David Bellamy Award – Gold: For encouraging birds, animals and plant life to flourish on our holiday park See website
Green Tourism Business Scheme – Gold: Parks are assessed against a rigorous set of criteria, covering energy/water efficiency, waste management & biodiversity.
Dartmoor First Award: Dartmoor First is awarded to businesses committed to sustaining Dartmoor and its special qualities.
Glamping Pod
Really wasn’t sure what to expect from our 1st Glamping experience but WOW….. From driving down the long beautiful driveway, the cleanliness of the whole site which is outstanding and the lovely heated swimming pool, hot tub and sauna which was great. Thank you, your team are a credit to you x
Tripadvisor.co.uk 2022
Not An Average Holiday Site! - Tripadvisor.co.uk 2022
Woodovis is AMAZING. Perfect size pitches. Eco friendly, outstanding facilities, extremely clean toilets and showers. The heated pool and hot tub were perfect and that was before we used the therapy room. There’s a doggie spa, games room & all of this powered by the solar panels. We absolutely loved and enjoyed our break and will definitely be back. Have also recommended to everyone and anyone we speak to!
Tripadvisor.co.uk 2022
Incredible Camping Facilities - Tripadvisor.co.uk 2022
We had a short stay at Woodovis and were blow away at the effort the team has put into their holiday park. The facilities are immaculate and there is all you could think of and more – a lovely pool, shop, kids play area, games room, clean bathroom and showering facilities, washing up areas and easy access to bathrooms and water for campers. You’ve done a great job Woodovis team, we would definitely come back!
Tripadvisor.co.uk 2022
Lovely Peaceful Holiday Site - Tripadvisor.co.uk 2022
We stayed in a Super Finch caravan, which was so comfortable and well furnished. The park is not far from Tavistock, so close to shops etc. The staff were friendly and welcoming. The pool was great! We found the park to be ideal for exploring other places in the area and was so peaceful which made for a perfect breakaway!
Tripadvisor.co.uk 2022
A Gem of Tranquillity - Tripadvisor.co.uk 2022
What an amazing place, arrived yesterday for two nights but after seeing the site and the amazing staff we decided to stay two more days, nothing is too much trouble, amazing team. The cleanness of the site is amazing, so much available in the game’s room and indoor pool, the shop is wonderful, freshly baked bread, shop holds a variety of goodies including wine and soft drinks, a gem of a place to find , thank you for this beautiful place.
Tripadvisor.co.uk 2022
Gold – Tripadvisor.co.uk 2022
Recently stayed at Woodovis. This site is gold, every thing has been thought of, dog bags supplied at the dog field, swimming pool and spa. Electric car charging point, soap dispensers in the Washrooms, thing’s for the children to do. The site staff are very helpful and welcoming. The site is immaculate with good size pitches. A mobile hog roast and pizza stand attends the site. And more…. We will be visiting again
Tripadvisor.co.uk 2021