A guide to camping in Cornwall
The ultimate list of go-to camping spots in Cornwall, so you can experience all that the Duchy has to offer.
Exploring all the exquisite nooks and crannies of Cornwall can sometimes only be enjoyed by living on the wild side. The camping and glamping life in Cornwall is one of the best in the UK. We are lucky to have some incredible campsites on our shores. Some only mere strides from the ocean itself. So let’s take a look!
- Boscrege Caravan Park
Boscrege Caravan and Touring park in Cornwall is a peaceful and picturesque park, set at the foot of Tregonning Hill amongst a myriad of Cornish lanes, in an area designated as an “area of outstanding natural beauty”. Allowing caravans, trailers, tents and campervans, this site is suited for everyone.
- The Park, Mawgan Porth
This luxury range of holiday accommodation is nestled in 27 acres of tranquil gardens, less than 300 yards from Mawgan Porth beach. The Park has plenty of options for those in need of dog friendly stays, from cosy cottages, lavish yurts and stunning park cabins.
- Heligan Campsite
On the south coast of Cornwall, perched above the picturesque Mevagissey Bay, lies the five-star Heligan Caravan and Camping Park. You can pitch a tent, roll up in a caravan, or stay in one of their well-equipped self-catered holiday cottages. Stay at a site surrounded by the verdant beauty of this Cornish countryside.
- Silver Sands Holiday Park
Located on the Lizard peninsula, this holiday park offers guests the chance to stay amongst a raw and wild landscape that this part of Cornwall is famous for. Whatever your preferred way is to sleep under the stars, Silver Sands are happy to accommodate you.
- Wooda Farm
The Colwill family welcomes you to Wooda Farm Holiday Park in Bude, Cornwall. Perched on the hillside with sweeping sea views across the North Cornwall coast and the beautiful countryside inland, this is where the countryside meets the sea. Enjoy excellent facilities for touring and camping or stay in one of their holiday homes, luxury self catering lodges or cottages.
- East Thorne
Camp in style with a selection of luxury, en-suite roundhouses from East Thorne Glamping. Complete with your very own hot tub to enjoy under clear summer skies. Perched in the rolling hills of the north Cornish countryside, this site is a short drive from some of the most picturesque coastline that Cornwall has to offer.
- Coombe Mill
This family-run farm holiday is perfect for families wishing to experience the wilds of Bodmin, Cornwall. At Coombe Mill you will be surrounded by wildlife, in the 30 acres that this farmstay provides. The lodges can sleep groups of up to eight. A chance for the whole family to get together and enjoy a stay that is both relaxing and rewarding.
- Seaview Holiday Park
Surrounded by a patchwork of fields, open countryside and the deep blue of the sea, Seaview Holiday Park offers you a stay that can be as active, or relaxed, as you want to be – no matter the weather. Their holiday caravans and lodges are spacious and modern. Keeping your holiday simple and sophisticated.
- Trevella Holiday Park
Based near the stunning coastline of Newquay, Trevella Holiday Park boasts beautiful views of the local area. This caravan and luxury lodge holiday park is perfect for families that wish to escape to this part of the country. A chance to explore the countryside, dip their toes in the ocean, and spend time with family and friends in the comfort of your own home away from home.
However you wish to spend your holidays, escaping to the wilds of Cornwall is something we highly recommend. The popular camping, glamping, caravan, campervan and lodge holidays listed above are excited to welcome you. Each and every one offers a base camp for you, family and friends to retreat to when you have enjoyed all that Cornwall has to offer.
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