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Riverside caravan parks near St. Austell
91% (199) • 38 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near St. Austell
Cornish Tipi Holidays & Camping
1. Cornish Tipi Holidays & Camping
97%
(147)
28km from St. Austell · 168 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Wake up to the sound of birdsong, go swimming before breakfast in the clear water of a secluded lake. Cook your bacon and eggs over an open fire while you plan your day, or just laze it away in the peace and quiet of your own personal tipi. You can always go fishing tomorrow, and walk along the cliffs the day after that…
The site is a unique woodland valley folded around a clear, spring-fed lake created from the old Tregildrans Quarry. Our tipis and tent pitches are dotted about this secret 20 acres full of ferns, bluebells, oak and meadowsweet.
Left in peace for many years there's been no modern chemicals or poisons on the land, meaning we've got bluebells, dormice, Red Admirals and shy woodland Jays for you to spot.
It’s a place set apart from the rush and clutter of the modern holiday experience, with an atmosphere that makes you forget the world outside, and just lounge, ramble, or potter about in a boat.
We're committed to giving you a genuinely individual service from first contact to your time staying with us.
We established CTH in 1996. This was the first and we believe still is the best tipi holiday site in the UK. We know our area inside out and can always help with local knowledge or contacts if you need them.
We want to offer our guests a sustainable holiday. A return to real camping means the lowest possible impact on the land and environment - our tipi poles don’t even break the surface of the earth. Your footprint while here could only be bettered by a survival expert. You don't have to fly! a major bonus, and we source all our wood, fish and canvas locally and work with local people wherever possible.
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from
£25
/ night
The Enchanted Wilderness
2. The Enchanted Wilderness
93%
(43)
43km from St. Austell · 6 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Simple riverside camping pitches in the Tamar Valley on the edge of Dartmoor
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from
£28
/ night
Wylde Valley Camping
3. Wylde Valley Camping
97%
(16)
45km from St. Austell · 132 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
A popular festival space that's now a bona fide campsite, with modern, pop-up facilities and a top North Cornwall location
Electrical hookup
Campfires
Showers
from
£15
/ night
Ruby Country Camping
4. Ruby Country Camping
100%
(30)
70km from St. Austell · 6 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
A natural, spacious meadow campsite perfect for exploring North Devon and Cornwall
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from
£15
/ night
Aldridge Mill
5. Aldridge Mill
95%
(22)
110km from St. Austell · 5 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
A yurt, a gypsy wagon, and wild camping pitches in a Devon valley.
Pets
Campfires
Potable water
from
£20
/ night
Buckland Farm Camping
6. Buckland Farm Camping
95%
(21)
133km from St. Austell · 12 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Dog-friendly camping on the edge of the Blackdown Hills
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from
£22
/ night
Summit Camping Panoramic views
7. Summit Camping Panoramic views
83%
(3)
41km from St. Austell · 33 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Cornish camping at the foot of Kit Hill in an area of outstanding natural beauty
Pets
Showers
Potable water
from
£15
/ night
Mushroom Meadow, Cornwall UK
8. Mushroom Meadow, Cornwall UK
100%
(9)
42km from St. Austell · 10 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Centrally located yet quiet, secluded and flat two-acre meadow with 9 large grass pitches each mowed for privacy within natural wildflower borders.
Clean and well looked after composting toilets, hot gas showers, fire pits, free scrap wood and a quiet woodland to immerse yourself in, next to the stream.
Mushroom Meadow and the adjoining woodland are nestled at the bottom of our picturesque 50 acre family farm - with the stream at it's southerly border. Access is via a long farm track (about 750m) and is clearly signed once you arrive at our farm.
The numbered pitches are thoughtfully spaced across the entire meadow. Perfect for those who like lots of space and for children who like to run free.
An ideal West Cornwall location (10 min drive to both North and South coasts) - you can walk into our village of Praze and Beeble to visit the local pub, village shop or famous Philps Bakery for all your pasty needs!
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from
£14
/ night
Camp Bedrock
9. Camp Bedrock
100%
(5)
43km from St. Austell · 1 unit · Tent, Motorhome
Almost wild waterside camping on Cornwall’s Rame Peninsula
Pets
Campfires
Potable water
from
£12
/ night
Elmar's Place
10. Elmar's Place
60%
(5)
55km from St. Austell · 2 units
Nearly wild camping on the border of Devon and Cornwall
Campfires
Potable water
from
£10
/ night
FOX FARM MOTORHOME AND CARAVAN PARK
11. FOX FARM MOTORHOME AND CARAVAN PARK
71%
(7)
59km from St. Austell · 4 units
A peaceful farm setting within two miles of Penzance, Mounts bay and the moors of West Penwith. Lots of great coast and countryside walks with 20 acres of ancient woodland adjoining the park. Generous hard standing pitches with water and electricity, there are shower and toilet facilities on site.
Electrical hookup
Water hookup
Pets
from
£28
/ night
WILDSWIM2SAUNA
12. WILDSWIM2SAUNA
71km from St. Austell · 31 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Set within 146 acres, the wildswim2sauna campsite at the Yeo farm estate lends itself to adventurous and active families looking for a unique off grid camping experience.
If alfresco living, wild swimming, hot tubbing, saunas, wild fire cooking, rivers, woods, fishing and being surrounded by nature and wildlife then you’re in the right place.
beaches and cool places to visit such as Salcombe, Totnes, Bantham Beach, Hope Cove rock your boat then you’ve come to the right place.
Facilities include private garden, wood fired hot tub, fire pit, cinders gas bbq and outside dining area. The riverside sauna needs to be booked.
Pets
Campfires
Potable water
from
£20
/ night
Gatcombe Park Farm Glamping
13. Gatcombe Park Farm Glamping
85%
(17)
80km from St. Austell · 17 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Adult-only camping and glamping within striking distance of Totnes and the South Devon coast.
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from
£28
/ night
Wolf Meadows Farm
14. Wolf Meadows Farm
100%
(1)
91km from St. Austell · 20 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Relaxed camping in a riverside meadow in north Devon
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from
£38
/ night
91% (199) • 38 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near St. Austell
Cornish Tipi Holidays & Camping
1. Cornish Tipi Holidays & Camping
97%
(147)
28km from St. Austell · 168 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Wake up to the sound of birdsong, go swimming before breakfast in the clear water of a secluded lake. Cook your bacon and eggs over an open fire while you plan your day, or just laze it away in the peace and quiet of your own personal tipi. You can always go fishing tomorrow, and walk along the cliffs the day after that…
The site is a unique woodland valley folded around a clear, spring-fed lake created from the old Tregildrans Quarry. Our tipis and tent pitches are dotted about this secret 20 acres full of ferns, bluebells, oak and meadowsweet.
Left in peace for many years there's been no modern chemicals or poisons on the land, meaning we've got bluebells, dormice, Red Admirals and shy woodland Jays for you to spot.
It’s a place set apart from the rush and clutter of the modern holiday experience, with an atmosphere that makes you forget the world outside, and just lounge, ramble, or potter about in a boat.
We're committed to giving you a genuinely individual service from first contact to your time staying with us.
We established CTH in 1996. This was the first and we believe still is the best tipi holiday site in the UK. We know our area inside out and can always help with local knowledge or contacts if you need them.
We want to offer our guests a sustainable holiday. A return to real camping means the lowest possible impact on the land and environment - our tipi poles don’t even break the surface of the earth. Your footprint while here could only be bettered by a survival expert. You don't have to fly! a major bonus, and we source all our wood, fish and canvas locally and work with local people wherever possible.
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from
£25
/ night
The Enchanted Wilderness
2. The Enchanted Wilderness
93%
(43)
43km from St. Austell · 6 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Simple riverside camping pitches in the Tamar Valley on the edge of Dartmoor
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from
£28
/ night
Wylde Valley Camping
3. Wylde Valley Camping
97%
(16)
45km from St. Austell · 132 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
A popular festival space that's now a bona fide campsite, with modern, pop-up facilities and a top North Cornwall location
Electrical hookup
Campfires
Showers
from
£15
/ night
Ruby Country Camping
4. Ruby Country Camping
100%
(30)
70km from St. Austell · 6 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
A natural, spacious meadow campsite perfect for exploring North Devon and Cornwall
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from
£15
/ night
Aldridge Mill
5. Aldridge Mill
95%
(22)
110km from St. Austell · 5 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
A yurt, a gypsy wagon, and wild camping pitches in a Devon valley.
Pets
Campfires
Potable water
from
£20
/ night
Buckland Farm Camping
6. Buckland Farm Camping
95%
(21)
133km from St. Austell · 12 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Dog-friendly camping on the edge of the Blackdown Hills
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from
£22
/ night
Summit Camping Panoramic views
7. Summit Camping Panoramic views
83%
(3)
41km from St. Austell · 33 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Cornish camping at the foot of Kit Hill in an area of outstanding natural beauty
Pets
Showers
Potable water
from
£15
/ night
Mushroom Meadow, Cornwall UK
8. Mushroom Meadow, Cornwall UK
100%
(9)
42km from St. Austell · 10 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Centrally located yet quiet, secluded and flat two-acre meadow with 9 large grass pitches each mowed for privacy within natural wildflower borders.
Clean and well looked after composting toilets, hot gas showers, fire pits, free scrap wood and a quiet woodland to immerse yourself in, next to the stream.
Mushroom Meadow and the adjoining woodland are nestled at the bottom of our picturesque 50 acre family farm - with the stream at it's southerly border. Access is via a long farm track (about 750m) and is clearly signed once you arrive at our farm.
The numbered pitches are thoughtfully spaced across the entire meadow. Perfect for those who like lots of space and for children who like to run free.
An ideal West Cornwall location (10 min drive to both North and South coasts) - you can walk into our village of Praze and Beeble to visit the local pub, village shop or famous Philps Bakery for all your pasty needs!
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from
£14
/ night
Camp Bedrock
9. Camp Bedrock
100%
(5)
43km from St. Austell · 1 unit · Tent, Motorhome
Almost wild waterside camping on Cornwall’s Rame Peninsula
Pets
Campfires
Potable water
from
£12
/ night
Elmar's Place
10. Elmar's Place
60%
(5)
55km from St. Austell · 2 units
Nearly wild camping on the border of Devon and Cornwall
Campfires
Potable water
from
£10
/ night
FOX FARM MOTORHOME AND CARAVAN PARK
11. FOX FARM MOTORHOME AND CARAVAN PARK
71%
(7)
59km from St. Austell · 4 units
A peaceful farm setting within two miles of Penzance, Mounts bay and the moors of West Penwith. Lots of great coast and countryside walks with 20 acres of ancient woodland adjoining the park. Generous hard standing pitches with water and electricity, there are shower and toilet facilities on site.
Electrical hookup
Water hookup
Pets
from
£28
/ night
WILDSWIM2SAUNA
12. WILDSWIM2SAUNA
71km from St. Austell · 31 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Set within 146 acres, the wildswim2sauna campsite at the Yeo farm estate lends itself to adventurous and active families looking for a unique off grid camping experience.
If alfresco living, wild swimming, hot tubbing, saunas, wild fire cooking, rivers, woods, fishing and being surrounded by nature and wildlife then you’re in the right place.
beaches and cool places to visit such as Salcombe, Totnes, Bantham Beach, Hope Cove rock your boat then you’ve come to the right place.
Facilities include private garden, wood fired hot tub, fire pit, cinders gas bbq and outside dining area. The riverside sauna needs to be booked.
Pets
Campfires
Potable water
from
£20
/ night
Gatcombe Park Farm Glamping
13. Gatcombe Park Farm Glamping
85%
(17)
80km from St. Austell · 17 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Adult-only camping and glamping within striking distance of Totnes and the South Devon coast.
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from
£28
/ night
Wolf Meadows Farm
14. Wolf Meadows Farm
100%
(1)
91km from St. Austell · 20 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Relaxed camping in a riverside meadow in north Devon
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from
£38
/ night
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Sam
2 weeks ago
4 m Class B
Laurence was a lovely guy. He shared his local knowledge with us. He gave us some free kiwis he had grown as it was my partners birthday.
The site is less than a ten minute drive to Penzance.
The facilities, included several large toilets and showers which were newly installed and worked well. There was an outdoor area for waste water and washing up. There are four areas for parking up, the one we stayed at had an electrical hookup (if required) and a water (drinking) outlet.
The price is a little high, in my opinion.
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Finty
September 2025
Tent
We loved our stay at Aldridge Mill! It was so peaceful and lots of lovely walking spots near by :)
It was so refreshing having space for ourselves and our dogs - We arrived at the end of September so was very quiet and spacious.
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Emma
September 2025
Tent
We loved the location, tucked down a farm track, in the shelter of a lovely wooded river. Great eco facilities, we love a composting loo and the outdoor showers were fabulous. Tim on site was really helpful and friendly. Gorgeous, generous pitches and so peaceful. The wash up area in the wood is a lovely spot but a little far from the site and in the less sunny months would get a bit waterlogged I'd imagine. It was no bother to us as we boiled water and washed up on our pitch, but might be an issue at a busier time perhaps. We loved our stay, good value, a great site with a fabulous ethos. Right up our street, would wholeheartedly recommend. The river walk is a lovely amenity and lots of places are easy to reach from it's central location.
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Charlotte
August 2025
Tent
Lovely site, great amenities that were also eco friendly, river is right there for a swim or kayak and the morning views were beautiful. We were the only campers so it was super quiet but Jonathan was close by if we had any issues. Would have loved to have stayed longer!
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Sarah
August 2025
Tent
With kids
We’ve just got back from a fantastic week at Mushroom meadow. The site was just perfect - spacious pitches in a gorgeous surrounding with never a queue for the loo and plenty of hot water for the showers! We found loads to do nearby on both the north and south coasts and really appreciated Clare’s helpful local knowledge and tips too. Thank you so much for a great week - super hosts and we particularly loved our evening fires with Tim. Highly recommended.
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Med
August 2025
Tent
Beautiful campsite with beautiful surroundings. Great value would recommend
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Suzie
August 2025
Tent
A stunning location that was relaxing and nourishing. Jonathan was welcoming and we loved the Runner ducks too!
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Hilary
August 2025
Tent
My pitch had a fabulous view of the River Tamar. The site was super quiet and all features for basic camping as described, i.e. shower and composting loo. Handy to be on the Tamara Coast to Coast Path as well.
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John
August 2025
5 m pop-up camper
With pets
What a campsite great view of the river with access to swim, paddle board etc
Lovely and quiet just wildlife that can be heard
Jonathan was most helpful can’t recommend this enough if you like getting back to basics away from the noise
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Nik
July 2025
Tent
With kids
Amazing place to stay, stunning grounds, excellent facilities and games/activities for the kids. Marc and Dinah were perfect hosts and lovely to deal with. Will definitely return. Highly recommended!!! 😊
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Frances
July 2025
4 m Class B
We had a really nice stay here. The site was quiet and peaceful and the host was very helpful. The little woodland at the end of the field is very nice for a stroll and we walked into the village which has an amazing bakery, shop, pub and fish and chip shop. Location is good for getting around Cornwall. Would definitely stay again.
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Danila
July 2025
Tent
We had a wonderful stay in Jonathan's land. He is very welcoming and helpful.
From the camp, we had beautiful views of the river and felt truly immersed in nature, surrounded by the silence.
A compost toilet and a cute and spacious shower in a horse box were all the services we needed to make our stay comfortable.
We would love to go back one day!
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john
July 2025
Tent
Mushroom Meadow is a peaceful field well away from any roads. Surrounded by a wild meadow and trees each pitch is flat and mown short for a good pitch. It is a friendly place. Clare and her staff are very helpful. There are very clean compost loos and effective showers. It is a "get away from it all" sort of place. Don't miss the legendary Philps pasty shop in the village!
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roblox
June 2025
5 m Class B
We really loved the location and basically had the site to ourselves! It's a lovely, peaceful site, with mo frills which is what we like.
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Mark
June 2025
5 m pop-up camper
Lovely unfussy campsite. Great location. Friendly reception. Highly recommended.
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George
June 2025
5 m car
Beautiful site, wonderful view, and very friendly host. Perfect!
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Neil
May 2025
4 m Class B
With pets
Nice place to get away from everything. Only the sound of the birds and the stream. Lovely place.
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Julia
May 2025
Tent
With kids
We had such a lovely, peaceful stay at Jonathan’s.
Our pitch was perfectly tucked away with a wonderful view of the river.
Our three year old loved exploring and seeing the chickens and ducks roaming around the farm. Fresh eggs for breakfast were very much enjoyed!
Jonathan was a brilliant host, friendly and helpful and great communication.
Would highly recommend for a peaceful get away if you like a simple wild camping set up.
The location is magical, we hope to return one day soon!
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Carly
May 2025
Tent
With pets
It was perfect for what we were looking for. Peace and tranquility with beautiful surroundings 💜
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Ale
April 2025
5 m car
I had such a lovely stay at Mushroom Meadow campsite in late April. It’s so quiet, tucked away in the Cornish countryside, and feels super calm and private. The eco vibe is great, and everything’s quite simple. The individual hot outdoor showers were lovely and much needed after a hot day, and it was a nice novelty to be able to hear the birds whilst in the shower!
Because the site is so rural, there is next to no light pollution at night and so the stargazing potential is huge. I could see so many more stars than I can ever see at home! And the campfire pit is a lovely addition to an evening, especially coming back to the site after a day out to find it crackling away as the sun set, lit by the staff on site for me.
When I was looking for a site, I wanted somewhere quiet that I could feel safe, switch off and enjoy nature for the weekend; this place was perfect.
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Riverside caravan parks near St. Austell guide
Where to go
Penwith Heritage Coast
Hike the cliffs of Penwith Heritage Coast and admire the Celtic Sea views on trails that wander through prehistoric monuments and ancient villages. Stop by the 2,000-year-old Chysauster Ancient Village, then visit Merry Maidens Stone Circle before finishing off with a sweeping view over Land’s End. Local Cornish coast camping parks include waterfront tent pitches and caravan sites with comforts like water standpipes and electric hookups.
Dartmoor National Park
An hour’s drive northwest takes campers to Dartmoor National Park, where wide granite landscapes offer a wealth of hiking and cycling opportunities in the moors. Discover Miles Without Stiles accessible walking paths, and wander the trails to catch a glimpse of otters, bats, and dormice. Rustic backpack camping and caravanning are both popular in the park, and the Driving Guide to Dartmoor helps campervans navigate the narrow roads to find a comfortable spot.
Hartland Devon Heritage Coast
Hike the longest national trail in England with a ramble along South West Coast Path. A section runs along Hartland Devon Heritage Coast, where high Atlantic Ocean waves along the beaches make it a popular surfing destination. Speke’s Mill Mouth waterfall offers even more natural beauty to admire from the shore. Take a break from the path and linger in a rustic backpacking pitch along the trail or reserve a cosy tent pitch in nearby holiday parks with access to toilets and potable water. For a luxurious stay, try a glamping yurt with water views.
When to go
St. Austell’s proximity to the sea makes it a popular spot in summer, when beaches fill with hikers, surfers, and bathers. Book early to score waterfront spots in June and July, or try a quieter, cooler visit with a stay in fall. Some camping pitches near St. Austell remain open year-round, and glamping options like heated cabins offer a comfortable stay in cooler months. Winter temperatures average around 7°C and sea storms can sometimes close certain destinations.