Cadgwith Wild Camping

Camping on the Lizard Peninsula in Cornwall doesn’t get much better than a stay at the small, relaxed, dog-friendly site at Gwavas Jersey Farm. Christened 'Cadgwith Camping' for its position on the cliffs above the Cornish harbour village of the same name, this is a simple site which offers sea views from every pitch with campfires allowed. There are beaches and coves within easy reach and there’s glorious coastal walking on the South West Coast Path, just a five-minute stroll away.

The majority of the pitches here are reserved for tent campers, who are welcome to park up next to their tent. But there are six spots that specifically cater for campervans and motorhomes too. In short, all are welcome here, including your dogs. And it’s a particularly nice place for animal lovers as the campsite is part of a working farm. As the name suggests, you can expect to see Jersey cows in the fields around you. You may even get the chance to sample the deliciously creamy raw milk they produce too.

The campsite fits well into the rural surroundings and there’s little to distract you from the views of green fields in one direction and turquoise seas in the other as facilities are fairly back to basics: just a couple of compost loos and a couple of hot-water showers. And how could we forget Birdies? This seasonal vintage catering van serves food at breakfast and dinner times on site during peak season – handy if you don’t fancy cooking on the campfire. Alternatively you could take the 10-minute stroll down to the Cadgwith Cove Inn for fish and chips. It’s particularly atmospheric on a Friday when the sound of sea shanties rings out from the patio – book your table and your pitch well in advance.