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Merrose Farm Caravan and Motorhome Club site is a 14-acre site with 177 touring pitches (some seasonal) including 73 hardstanding. It consists of five areas surrounding the main facilities block. Set in the beautiful Roseland Peninsular, it is an ideal touring centre.
Wooda Farm is spacious and well organised with some nice touches. A quality, family run park, it is part of a working farm set within 40 acres, under 2 miles from the sandy, surfing beaches of Bude. In peaceful farmland with plenty of open spaces (and some up and down walking), there are beautiful views of the sea and countryside.
Carnon Downs Caravan and Motorhome site is beautifully landscaped with areas separated by well-trimmed box hedging, low natural stone walls and a variety of well-tended trees. This large site is spread over twenty acres and into different areas, but it never seems crowded. It has 179 pitches of which 55 are hardstanding, 64 serviced hardstanding and 60 grass. all with electric hook-up point 16 amp. Reception is shared with a well-stocked shop, information centre and cafe/bar with a lovely outside area with tables and chairs overlooking the park. There is an excellent children’s play area, and around the site, there are several dishwashing areas. No arrivals before 12.00
A large and spacious site with pitches laid out amongst undulating dunes leading down to its own three-mile-long sandy beach. Some of the pitches have lovely views over St Ives Bay, while others are more sheltered by the large dunes and may be some way from the beach.
Looe Caravan and Motorhome Club site is the perfect family site with its heated open-air swimming pool (end May-mid Sep), tennis court, crazy golf and ball game area, there's more than enough to keep the family happy. The site is very clean, tidy and well maintained. In the nearby town of Looe, enjoy the numerous bars and restaurants such as The Coddy Shack, plus a local fish and chip shop. There are 223 pitches, 99 hardstanding, 10 serviced. (some seasonal) all with 16 amp electricity. A very organised site divided into two separate areas. Levelling blocks on most of the pitches are essential. Location is excellent for the surrounding area including the Eden Project, Looe and Polperro with a regular a bus service just outside the entrance. The railway station at Looe can take you further afield if you do not wish to drive. Arrival after 13:00 (would advise arriving a little later as reception at 13:00 can be very busy).
Trevella has a longer season than most parks and is among the best-known and most respected Cornish parks. It has many colourful flowerbeds and is a regular winner of a Newquay in Bloom award. Well organised, the pitches are in a number of adjoining meadows. The 270 slightly sloping touring pitches are in three different categories, 170 of which have 10A electricity. Some of the super pitches are on hardstanding and are fully serviced. For an extra charge, some can be individually reserved.
Trewethett Farm Caravan and Motorhome Club site can boast some of the most dramatic views of any site in the country, overlooking Bossiney Cove and beyond to the ever-changing seascape of the Atlantic Ocean. Vans can be positioned either front or back first, ensuring your own panoramic (and occasionally wild and windy) view. Trewethett Farm is split into four areas with 146 open pitches of which 69 are hardstanding the rest are grass including 15 tent pitches. Most have 16 amp electricity except the tent pitches. The pitches are well laid out and of a good size with some on slightly sloping ground (levelling blocks may be required).
Trethem Mill Touring Park is owned and run by three generations of the Akeroyd family who are rightly proud of their superb park and maintain it to a very high standard. This is an adults only touring park (no statics) and is suitable for couples who seek peace and tranquillity. The site has a pleasant and open feel, with about half of the 12 acres being dedicated to recreation and a dog walk. There are 80 pitches on a gentle slope, so on some pitches levelling may be required. All pitches are spacious and divided by well manicured hedging with spectacular views over the Cornish countryside. The whole site is maintained to a very high standard. A choice of all-weather or grass pitches, with 16-amp electric & TV point available on all pitches (some require levelling blocks). A further 29 fully serviced pitches on hardstanding also provide on-pitch water & waste connections. All pitches have easy access and a wooden picnic table to enjoy outdoor dining. The area around reception is tastefully landscaped and features a small watermill built amongst the flowers.
Lanyon’s location is a pleasant surprise set amidst the former and now attractive industrial landscape found in parts of the tip of Cornwall. Tucked away down a lane, the holiday caravans are attractively situated with hedged touring fields beyond. A neat tarmac road curves around to reception, the pub and an indoor swimming pool. There are 25 large hedged touring pitches around the edge of two level fields and room for around 40 tents during high season in a separate field. There is a large play area for children. This is a pleasant, relaxed destination for a family holiday with something for everyone and splendid views across the surrounding countryside to the sea.
This very small peaceful oasis is tucked away down a narrow lane, yet only three miles from the bustling seaside resort of Newquay. You are assured of a very warm welcome by the owners of this brand new site. There are just 23 large pitches, 6 for touring units and 17 for tents, spaced around a grassy meadow, two on hardstandings and eight with 10A electricity and various accommodation units for hire. A large marquee offers weekly art and craft activities such as painting, silk painting and willow weaving. Here you can unwind in six acres of beautiful Cornish countryside listening to a wide variety of birds whilst admiring the beautiful butterflies and dragonflies. Access to the site is via a very narrow lane.
This delightful ‘pet friendly’ 5 star resort (which was Summer Lodge) now offers year round holiday home ownership alongside holiday breaks. Located some five miles back from Newquay in a rural location with stunning views (there is another park nearby), the resort accommodation is fully furnished to a high standard and comprises of static caravans, holiday lodges and a cottage - some of which have their own private hot tub facilities. Enjoy an innovative and modern British menu at The Views Bistro which utilises locally sourced ingredients wherever possible and provides a warm and inviting setting. Guests can also relax in the ‘child free’ Serenity Spa, whilst kids will love the Splash Zone.
Veryan Camping and Caravanning Club Site has wonderful, tree framed views and is situated on the unspoilt Roseland Peninsula in South Cornwall. Its secluded location makes the site perfect for those wanting a peaceful, relaxing break; if you want to get out and about there are stunning beaches, pretty villages and picturesque hamlets to explore. The South West Coast Path is a mile and a half from site and the fantastic beaches of Veryan - Carne Beach, Pendower Beach with East and West Portholland Beaches just a little further. The site has 90 grass or hardstanding pitches, most with electric hook-up point. 5 safari tents available to rent.
Sea View is an impressive, well cared for park operated by South West Holiday Park. The site no longer has any touring pitches but does offer high quality lodges and holiday homes for rent. The sites quality is reflected in the many awards it has won. Located at the gateway to the Roseland Peninsula on the south coast of Cornwall, with views of the sea and nearby Dodman Point, this park offers luxury self-catering lodges and caravan holiday homes.
This family run campsite is laid out on a large sloping meadow only one mile from the golden sands at Widemouth Bay, and you are assured of a friendly welcome here. There are wide ranging views over the wonderful Cornish countryside. There is much to see and do in the surrounding countryside including many local villages to explore. There are 140 good sized pitches laid out in rows, all with 16A electricity and 120 on hardstandings. The remaining pitches are in another grass meadow. There is no shade as trees find it difficult to grow in the salty air.
This is a little gem of a site set in eight acres of woodland, tucked away in a peaceful little valley not far from Bodmin. Run by Andrew and Nicola Johnson, the park was landscaped over 30 years ago with an amazing range of trees and shrubs and there is plenty of animal wildlife. There are just eight touring pitches in a tree-lined field, informally spaced but numbered in the main, all with 10A electricity.
The beaches of north Cornwall and the wilds of Bodmin Moor are all an easy drive from the site. The park has been extensively improved and is now carefully maintained by the Lloyd family and it provides a spacious and relaxed atmosphere. There are 110 level pitches, 97 with 16A electricity, on well drained and well mown grass with 50 hardstandings. There are caravan holiday homes and lodges to let. A nice, sheltered outdoor pool is an added attraction. Although there is no bar, the local village inn, one mile away, has a good reputation for food. The Camel Trail, which follows the River Camel, is only two miles away, providing a means to cycle or walk all the way to Bodmin, Wadebridge or Padstow.
Lakefield is a small touring park on what was a working farm. Now the main focus is on the BHS-approved equestrian centre. With only 40 pitches, it is no surprise that the owners, Maureen and Dennis Perring, know all the campers. The well spaced pitches backing onto hedges and with 34 electric hook-ups (16A) are in view of the small, fenced lake watched over by one of Cornwall’s first wind farms. The white-washed café/reception, converted from one of the old barns, is open all day between Easter and October. Children will love the goats and ’Wabbit World’.
Eden Valley Holiday Park is a pleasant, peaceful, family run touring park with plenty of sheltered lawns and a natural, uncommercialised atmosphere. This has been enhanced by careful planting of trees and shrubs to form a series of linked grassy areas with an unfenced stream running through. There are 56 numbered touring pitches spread around the perimeter of small glades. There are 16 pitches on neatly mown grass and 40 hardstandings, all with 16A electricity. Awning groundsheets must be lifted on alternate days. A separate field contains 39 private caravan holiday homes. A large, well equipped activity play area with adventure-style equipment is set out on grass.
Polzeath has one of the most spectacular surfing beaches in Cornwall and is just round the corner from the popular resorts of Rock and Padstow. The campsite is situated on the cliff just above the bay on sloping grass and a footpath leads to the beach. This is a popular and compact site for families so booking is essential in high season. A few units up to 26 feet can be accommodated but most of the pitches take 20 foot units. In total there are 107 marked pitches with a smaller area for two-man tents. Two toilet blocks serve the site and 16A electricity is available over most of the site. The coastal path runs along the front of the site.
Rosebud Farm Touring Park is a small, family-run quiet site exclusively for adults 18+.
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Cornwall
Every year, thousands of tourists flock to Cornwall to enjoy a relaxing camping, caravanning or motorhoming holiday at the coast. From the vast array of beautiful white sandy beaches and rocky coves to the numerous hiking trails and wilderness regions, this captivating area in the South West of England has something to offer holidaymakers of all ages and interests.
With its dramatic cliffs, pounded by the Atlantic, and a beautiful coastline of soft sandy beaches lapped by the warm waters of the Gulf Stream, Cornwall has long been a holiday favourite.
As part of the wider West Country, known for its contrasts, Cornwall’s windswept moorlands and rugged cliffs tower above endless sandy beaches. A fascinating mix of ancient history runs through the entire county and yet its contemporary culture is bright and vibrant.
A camper’s paradise
Cornwall is ideal for campers with plenty of great campsites for caravans, motorhomes and tents. You can sleep under the stars, escape the day to day routine of home life and re-charge the batteries.
Camping in Cornwall always seems to be just a touch more laid back. There are generally campsites close to the beaches, tucked in behind the headland and perfect for activities enthusiasts.
There are family campsites where you’ll find activities on site or nearby, large sites with all mod cons and smaller, hidden gems that are tucked away from the crowds. Some of the UK’s best campsites can be found in Cornwall, with lots of favourite spots such as Bude, Sennen Cove, Tregurrian and Fowey.
Land and sea
Discover the emerald green seas, sandy beaches scrubbed clean by the Atlantic, secret little coves and jaunty fishing boats. Inland explore the winding lanes that crisscross the gorgeous countryside to link granite villages and moorland. Take a walk on the wild side in Bodmin Moor where ancient myths and legends still linger.
The relics of the ancient mining industry can still be seen pockmarking the countryside. Mining was for many centuries a staple industry in Cornwall. Tin most notably, but also copper, lead, and silver were extracted in Cornwall. Remnants remain which can be of interest for those with an eye for our industrial past, and ancient structures still be can be seen dotted around the landscape.
The Lizard peninsula, culminating at Land’s End, is wild and beautiful with a network of fantastic walking and cycling trails. Hike out from the village, past the lighthouse to Lizard Point itself.
Beach activities
With its craggy cliffs buffeted by the waves, the Cornwall coast is a surfer’s paradise, attracting international surfers and competitions. A popular destination for keen surfers is Newquay, a town with big surf, big nightlife and plenty of tourists. Fistral is a popular surf spot, too popular for some, but its waves are reliable and constant. Slighter further afield, spots like Watergate Bay with its vast, wide open beach are less frenetic.
Kitesurfing, windsurfing, kayaking and sailing are popular too. The vast, often empty beaches are ideal for sand yachting, the strong winds and firm sands making a perfect combination. Perranporth is always popular with sun seekers and adrenaline seekers alike.
North Cornwall coast
The north coast has a distinctly wild, untamed feel about it, with rocky headlands crashing into the foaming sea. Some of widest beaches are simply magnificent, such as those around Bedruthan Steps.
Tintagel castle, a ruin today, is still an arresting sight. Believed to be the birthplace of King Arthur it is steeped in legends and you can descend the steps leading down to the sea and Merlin’s Cave.
St Ives has evolved from being a simple fishing village to being a lynchpin of the modern British art movement. The Tate St Ives is highly regarded and countless artists have easels set up in summer and works on sale throughout the town.
Not too far away lies Padstow which similarly has long cast off its sole dependence on its fishing traditions in favour of modern tourism. In Padstow’s case, this includes fine dining, courtesy of the Rick Stein phenomenon. His various establishments cater (no pun intended) for most culinary appetites and tastes.
Great beaches in north Cornwall
- Gwithian and Godrevy Towans
- Porth Joke
- Holywell Bay
- Constantine Bay
South Cornwall coast
The south coast is gentler and more picturesque than the north Cornwall coast. Not for nothing is it referred to as the Cornwall Riviera. It features sheltered bays and inlets and a more consistently balmy climate.
The green hills slope down to the shoreline, with hidden coves and sandy bays, whitewashed fishing villages and sheltered estuaries like the Tamar where yachts bob up and down. The peaceful creeks around Falmouth and Fowey are popular sailing spots. Inland don’t miss the cathedral city of Truro and Lostwithiel, the antiques capital of Cornwall.
Great beaches in south Cornwall
- Kynance Cove
- Whitsand Bay
- Maenporth Beach
- Hemmick Beach
St Michael’s Mount
This rocky island looms up out of the sea just off the coast at Marazion and is linked to the mainland by a granite causeway. Walk across at low tide and discover the castle and its sub-tropical surrounds.
Scilly Isles
About 40 miles off the Cornish coast, lie the Scillies. Their spectacular white sand beaches are remarkable and the warm climate ensures this is a popular destination for those enjoy getting away from it all but not having to stray too far from UK shores.
The Eden Project
It was with some imagination and a lot of vision that Sir Tim Smit created the huge biomes in a disused china clay quarry. Effectively the world’s largest greenhouses, these white domes house plants from across the world and have become one of Cornwall’s most famous landmarks.
Lost Gardens of Heligan
This is a genuine secret garden. Back in the Victorian era, the gardens were stunning, part of the Tremayne estate. But in the aftermath of The Great War, they were neglected, became overgrown and were lost for decades. In 1990 a long forgotten door was discovered, leading into one of the walled gardens. Today they are a sub-tropical wonderland and a great day out.