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Best campsites for surfing in Watergate Bay
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Top-rated campgrounds in Watergate Bay
Coverack Camping & Glamping
1. Coverack Camping & Glamping
99%
(202)
Coverack, England · 67 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Traditional family camping near Coverack, with the promise of coast, countryside and Cornish ice cream
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Roskilly Camping
2. Roskilly Camping
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(33)
Helston, England · 20 units · Tents, Motorhomes
A small family run campsite located on the famous ice cream farm, Roskilly’s. On the Lizard in South West Cornwall, the farm is remote and tucked away with a Cornish feel, yet there is plenty to do.
The farm has a vast array of animals that you can feed, a large woodland and ponds walk where the cows may be grazing. There are also many stunning beaches and Cornish fishing villages a small walk or drive away. We have a restaurant offering lovely food all day from breakfast to dinner.
During the summer season there is also live music performed by local bands on selected evenings.
Our campsite offers large grass pitches for tents and camper vans as well as a pristine toilet and shower block and communal area.
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Elm Farm Camp, Cafe & Cycle hire
3. Elm Farm Camp, Cafe & Cycle hire
98%
(88)
Redruth, England · 25 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Quiet camping meadows and a friendly café located beside some of Cornwall's most popular cycling routes
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Higher Bochym Campsite
4. Higher Bochym Campsite
Helston, England · 7 units
A small dog-friendly touring site with spacious pitches at the heart of the Lizard Peninsula
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Full hookups
Cornish Tipi Holidays & Camping
5. Cornish Tipi Holidays & Camping
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(149)
St Kew, England · 83 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.
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Tremanor Farm
6. Tremanor Farm
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(20)
Castledore, England · 50 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Cornish camping with sea views, 5 minutes from the beach and 10 minutes from the Eden Project
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Ro Dama Community Farm
7. Ro Dama Community Farm
86%
(28)
Camborne, England · 4 units
Rooted in the Dowr Konor watershed and overlooking St Ives’ Bay in Kernow/Cornwall, Ro Dama invites you into our space for connection, regeneration and rewilding of ourselves, our communities, our culture & heritage and our land.
On site, we have a variety of pitch types, private, communal and camper van spots.
we have a couple of young pups on site who are being a bit territorial, we therefore advise that it is not suitable for dogs at this time.
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Belle Camping Cornwall
8. Belle Camping Cornwall
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(29)
Helston, England · 4 units
Bell tents with sea views on the Lizard Peninsula
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Tregella Place Camping
9. Tregella Place Camping
94%
(32)
Padstow, England · 40 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Laid-back dog-friendly, family camping near Padstow
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Potable water
Surf Pods and Camping at Atlantic Farm
10. Surf Pods and Camping at Atlantic Farm
88%
(66)
Bude, England · 40 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Glamping near Bude, with eye-catching eco-pods, a staggering treehouse for couples and traditional tent camping
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Electrical hookup
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Pleasant Streams Farm Camping
11. Pleasant Streams Farm Camping
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(70)
St Austell, England · 67 units · Tents, Glamping
Lakeside camping with streams, rope swings and farmyard animals in rural Cornwall
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Trevena Cross Glamping & Camping
12. Trevena Cross Glamping & Camping
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(4)
Porthleven, England · 25 units
Pop- up site throughout the summer in the village of Breage, just off the A394. Porthleven and Praa Sands five minutes' drive away. At the foot of Tregonning Hill; on a main bus route for easy outings.
Trevena Cross Glamping & Camping is strategically placed just off the A394, it's also on the main Penzance to Helston bus route for easy outings.
Not that it's all about getting off site: the place itself is rather lovely too, set back from the road surrounded by agricultural land and at the foot of Tregonning Hill (climbs of which are rewarded with views of the south coasts). The pitching area takes up four and a half acres of the seven- acre plot, with guests able to pick their own pitch and numbers limited to ensure plenty of space for all.
Facilities have been kept simple here Eco Loo, Wash up area and hot showers. There is free parking on site too (although in wet weather you'll be asked to keep travel through the fields to a minimum).
It's a family friendly site with a car free play area complete with a communal toy box. Dogs are welcome to take a break here too, they have a dedicated exercise area where they can run free but you'll need to keep them on a lead in all other areas, clean up after them and generally be mindful of other guests and the livestock in neighbouring fields.
There is a small onsite 'essentials shop' for when you've been caught short and can't face the drive to Helston (we're talking really important items that never should have missed the list like marshmallows, baked beans and batteries!). Freezer pack re-freezing and battery pack charging facilities also available on request (subject to a small charge and availability).
Those aiming to see Cornwall on foot should be pleased to note that there are plenty of countryside walks around, and lots of lovely coastal spots close by too (Praa Sands and Porthleven are both a couple of miles away, and linked by the South West Coast Path). It's also an easy 5- minute amble to Breage village centre for a top notch pub, a couple of play areas, a post office/ shop and a popular garden centre with a fab cafe.
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Wylde Valley Camping
13. Wylde Valley Camping
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(16)
Bude, England · 130 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
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Hideaway Camping
14. Hideaway Camping
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(43)
Okehampton, England · 15 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Carefree camping and glamping in Devon with a nature-friendly setting and imaginative owners
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Willow Valley Holiday Park
15. Willow Valley Holiday Park
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(16)
Bude , England · 25 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
This peaceful, sheltered site has a special character. The site is the ideal place to unwind with plenty of safe space, a meandering river and friendly atmosphere. It offers 4 acres with facilities, 7 acres of wilderness, shower block, level pitches, picturesque river, children’s playground and has been rated AA 4 star gold pennant.
Becky and John both love Cornwall and fell in love with the site as soon as they saw it and it provided the perfect opportunity for a new challenge.
Having only recently taken over at Willow Valley in the Summer of 2024, there are always ongoing improvements being made so make sure you keep in touch. Any returning campers will be glad to know we aren’t changing the campsite itself though. Why would we when it is already so perfect!
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South Penquite Farm
16. South Penquite Farm
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(55)
Bodmin, England · 33 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Location, location, location. Traditional tent camping and Mongolian chic on the moor’s edge.
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Looe Country Park
17. Looe Country Park
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(11)
Looe, England · 2 units
Glamping pods on a quiet camping and caravan park in the Cornish countryside
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Camp De Lank Cornwall
18. Camp De Lank Cornwall
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St Breward, England · 17 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Bell tents and pitches close to Bodmin Moor and the Camel Trail
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Atlantic Horizons
19. Atlantic Horizons
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Bude, England · 9 units · Tents, Glamping
We are a friendly glamping and camping site set in the beautiful natural surroundings of the North Cornwall coast and countryside allowing for a quiet getaway or family break.
Atlantic Horizons aims to offer the camping experience but without the hassle. Supplying you with everything you need for a relaxing yet comfortable glamping experience. We understand how the issues of packing and unpacking can be for you, especially after a long drive, therefore we feel that it is important to remove any challenges by providing you with a variety of glamping packages to suit your needs.
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South Hoggs Hideaway
20. South Hoggs Hideaway
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(17)
Holsworthy, England · 7 units · Tents, Motorhomes
We moved here in 2021 to start a camping site. It has been our dream for a long time to give people a great experience and enjoy the wonderful part of the UK that we live in. Come and make some memories. We have 27 acres, the campsite is approx 5 acres with well spaced pitches. and includes access to the wooded area and lake also. We have 2 fields that we have separated for children and dogs to play. There is a stunning lake where you can watch ducks, birds and geese. The wooded area is brimming with wildlife and wild flowers, deer are often running by in the woods. This area is a like a world away, an idyllic escape.
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Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Bobby
3 weeks ago
Tent
Me and my partner had a lovely couple nights away at Elm farm, really friendly host and lovely food. We will definitely be back as it was a great base with really lovely beaches all around.
5 Stars
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Meg
3 weeks ago
Tent
Beautiful lake and campsite! Would definitely go back, poppy’s was a perfect sized pitch for two people and the stream was lovely to listen to in evening. Staff on site were so helpful and happy to help :)
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E
June 2026
Tent
Friendly welcome and the basic facilities in a beautiful setting. Felt away from it all.
We had our pick of camping pitches but if it was busier you might end up with a less even pitch.
Lovely friendly dogs who may or may not have helped the pigs escape
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Chloe
June 2026
Tent
Group trip
We loved camping here! The pitches are huge, the views are nice, the toilets and showers are the cleanest we have ever seen at a campsite! They have everything you could need and a sauna. We will definitely be back again. Thank you
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Stewart
June 2026
Tent
Tent pitches are large enough for a large tent and a vehicle. Showers had good pressure and hot water. WC, dishwashing sink, and water supply spigot all worked well.
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Alex
May 2026
Tent
With kids
Really friendly hosts! Mazing compare loos and the facilities and bike hire superb even though we didn’t have time to do this! Close to some lovely places! Facilities are great and well kept and the grounds lovely - plus cafe great too! Will definately visit again!
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Matt
May 2026
With kids
Idyllic. Peaceful. Well organised. Great cafe. Lake was perfect in the May heat. Thank you.
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Andreas
May 2026
5 m travel trailer
With pets
Great, easy going place. A grass fiel with animals, tractors, and beautiful nature next to it, petfect for little kids. Shower and toilet facilities very good, hot water, new, clean. Restaurant with life music and icecream for a treat.
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Amber
May 2026
Tent
Great location to get into Bodmin, really lovely views! Each pitch had a lot of space, even with it being busy it didn’t feel like we were right next to other campers. Facilities at the site are so great! Really clean toilets and showers, a nice size ‘kitchen area’. I recommend the Camp De Lank!! :)
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Sarah
September 2025
Tent
Group trip
A wonderful spot to camp! Tessa was very welcoming and helpful! We had a wonderful view of the sea and the facilities were good. (Hot showers!!) Fowey is super cute and only 5 mins away. Great spot to get to other places in Cornwall too. Would definitely go back :)
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Andrew
August 2025
Tent
With kids
Just returned home from a lovely week at Roskilly’s, and we had a great time! Lovely site with good facilities, the staff really helpful as well. The restaurant/ice cream shop across the road makes it me, the food is lovely and the entertainment in the evening is varied and really good.
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tyla
August 2025
4 m Class B
With pets
We had such a wonderful two-night stay at Elm Farm with two friends and our two dogs. The location was absolutely perfect, just a short drive to lots of beautiful beaches, with Porthtowan being a real highlight for us as it brought back childhood memories of visiting.
The facilities at Elm Farm were excellent and made our stay really comfortable. The hosts were so welcoming and attentive, and they went out of their way to give us loads of great recommendations for places to explore nearby.
One of the best surprises was discovering their café on the bike hire side, the food was absolutely amazing and not to be missed!
We couldn’t have asked for a better base for our trip. We’d definitely recommend Elm Farm to anyone looking for a relaxing stay in a fantastic location, and we’ll certainly be returning.
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Jen
August 2025
Tent
With kids
Peaceful campsite, close to Padstow and some beautiful beaches. Bathroom and showers clean. Very relaxed atmosphere. Perfect for children and families
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Amara
August 2025
4 nights at Belle Camping Cornwall
Glamping at Belle vue was amazing! We had such a wonderful holiday. The campsite is beautiful and Michelle and everyone there were wonderful hosts thank you so much
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tyla
August 2025
4 m Class B
With pets
We stayed at Tragella Place Camping for two nights with two friends and our two dogs, and had a fantastic time. The location is perfect – close to plenty of beautiful beaches and just a short trip into Padstow. Our dogs especially loved exploring the local beaches!
Although the weather wasn’t on our side, we still made the most of our stay. The facilities on site were great, with clean showers and bathrooms, plus a bar and food available. The hosts were attentive and welcoming, and gave us some excellent recommendations for things to do in the area.
Overall, it was a lovely stay, and we’d definitely recommend Tragella Place Camping – we’ll be returning!
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Alejandra
August 2025
Tent
With kids
My family and I loved the campsite. We were 10 people: 7 adults and 3 5-year-old children. We chose one of the private sites and brought 4 tents. The site was large and private. We enjoyed 3 nights there and plan to return sometime soon. We cooked over a lovely campfire, which the kids loved.
They also went canoeing one morning, completing a fascinating trip.
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Ann
August 2025
20 m Class B
Amazing Atmosphere, Beautiful clean showers with Fresh Flowers.. Yummy Food served Locally sourced..Amazing live Band and karaoke night..Fabulous.
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Charlotte
August 2025
5 nights at Surf Pods and Camping at Atlantic Farm
Lovely campsite, the pods look like Tellytubby Land! It's a bit of a walk into Bude probably 40mins but the park and ride is almost opposite the site and very reasonable. We stayed in the Tree House, it was comfy and clean. It has a kettle, microwave, toaster, BBQ and fridge which is so convenient. Would recommend taking your usual cooking kit as there are plates, mugs, bowls and glasses but not pots and pans or stove. I might also take a picnic table if you like to sit in the sun as the seating area is shady. No curtains means you need a sleep mask if you like a dark room but I loved waking up to the sight of a blue sky. Would also recommend a torch for going up and down the steps at night.
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Zoe A
August 2025
6 m Class A
With pets
Really easy site to find - nice flat field - great clean loos and showers - kettle, fridge and toaster in communal area - fab cafe just over the road - best chicken shawarma I’ve ever had - fabulous ice cream, goes without saying - lovely coast walks right on the door step 💕
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Nick
August 2025
Tent
With kids
An interesting and wonderful spot that is a superb location for cornwall adventures and an incredible campsite with the lake and restaurant! They need to sort out the hot water and when they do it will be 5/5!
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