This campsite is made for those campers who
want to fall asleep to the sound of the waves and wake up metres from the sand – three miles
of sand in this case, stretched between Hayle
rivermouth and Godrevy Lighthouse. It’s perfect
for kitesurfers, surfers, coastal-path walkers,
beach-lovers, and, well, anyone really, though it’s
probably best suited to those who seek a lifestyle
with sand between their toes.There are no airs
and graces – and relatively sparse facilities – at
this simple campsite tucked behind and among
the coastal dunes.
The dunes themselves are lovely, and a
natural playground for children; they’re also part
of a designated SSSI and a haven for wildlife.
When the sun shines you can kick off your
shoes and do away with the car keys; in fact, the
only world you’ll be interested in is the one in
view over the jungle of marram grass knitting
the dunes together. As for the beach, it’s made
for every type of sea-and-sand-based activity,
from paddle-boarding to simply, er, paddling.
Once you’ve tired of what the beach has to
offer, you could pull on some footwear for a
stroll along the coastal path or, for a ‘big’ day
out, hop on the coastal train to St Ives, whose
relative urban vibe, with great restaurants and
galleries, makes a pleasant change. However
you decide to spend your time, though, come
prepared: the scene may look like the Caribbean
on a balmy day, but it can get breezy here, so
howling onshore winds aren’t unusual.And
don’t forget your wetsuit and your waterproofs
– this is Cornwall, after all.
