Lena May's Meadow
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- Peaceful and secluded site with spectacular Cornish views near Helston
- A 10-minute drive to Porthleven pubs; South West Coast Path 15 minutes
- Dog-friendly wildlife meadow with showers and a toilet
Site type
4
Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.- The site does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
- Group bookings of 4 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
- No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- The site caters for families (immediate members) and couples only - bookings from all other forms of groups are not accepted.
- At least one of the party members must be aged 21 or over.
- Dogs must be supervised at all times and must either be tethered if on the pitch or on a lead at all other times.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Fri, 18 Apr to
9.7/10
Reviews
100% would recommend this site to a friend
100% would stay here again
What customers say
Lena May's Meadow offers a back-to-nature camping experience with spacious, secluded pitches in a beautiful meadow. Guests praise the peaceful atmosphere, cleanliness of facilities, and helpful, welcoming hosts, Fergus and Leeann. The location is ideal for exploring the Cornish coast, with nearby walks and attractions. The site is highly recommended for families and those seeking a tranquil escape with a wild feel, with many guests planning return visits.
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Secluded and quiet location…
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked Secluded and quiet location
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From the manager: Hi Peter, thank you for a great review. Peace and quiet is our number one aim.
Hope to see you back again soon.
All good…
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Liked All good
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From the manager: Thank you Valentino. hope to see you again soon.
A really nice, cozy, and quiet…
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked A really nice, cozy, and quiet place — perfect for getting away from the madness of everyday life. The atmosphere is peaceful, with just the right touch of simplicity to help you slow down and unwind. Facilities are basic but all you need: a compostable toilet and a small shower, which keep things comfortable and grounded. Kept nice and clean. If you’re looking for somewhere to disconnect, recharge, and enjoy a more stripped-back camping experience, this spot is a gem.
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From the manager: Hi Sylwia! It gives us such a big kick to hear when someone has obviously had a great time on our wee site. I think you have touched on everything we are trying to achieve and so glad you got it.
Hope to see you again soon.
Beautiful location close to the coastal path and gorgeous beaches.
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked Fergus and Leanne were fabulous hosts and made us very welcome on our arrival. We loved the spaciousness of each pitch. The meadow has the most amazing views from the pitch where we stayed, and we loved watching the flock of 50+ goldfinches feed daily on the meadow seed heads, the blackbird reaching for her last few favourite berries on a bouncy twig, and the sun setting over the hill. We also loved listening to the tawny owl hoot at night, the nearby donkey calling, the horses cantering in the next field, the energetic cockerel, and the bees buzzing around the field, feeding on the wildflowers. Such a peaceful place.
Disliked Not a dislike, but something to be aware of - I'm five foot 9 inches and my head touched the shower ceiling. My other half (5 foot 9.5 inches) needed to squat for the duration of his shower. This was ok for us, but if you are very tall and unable to squat, you may need to consider this in advance.
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From the manager: Thank you, so glad you enjoyed our site. Your comment on the shower has prompted me to add a shower stool to the facility. I think that should do just the trick.
Hope to see you again very soon.
Absolutely fantastic back to nature campsite.…
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked Absolutely fantastic back to nature campsite. We were looking for something with a wild feel but a few amenities for our first camping trip with our toddler and Lena May’s was just perfect. The pitches are a fab size and secluded and we loved the meadow. Fergus is super helpful and was great when we had some tent issues. Facilities are clean and shower is warm and powerful. We’ll definitely be back!
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From the manager: Fabulous review Hannah, thank you. I think you said it all. And we would definitely love to see you again soon.
A natural slice of paradise
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked This is a perfect back to nature campsite for those who want a break from the world rather than more of it. There's no road noise and on clear days we enjoyed a great view of the stars and even saw a comet shower whilst enjoying our campfire. The facilities are spotless and it's a perfect place to let young children roam free without worry (ours are 4 and 7). The host is really helpful, easy to contact and couldn't do more to make us feel welcome. The area is amazing too, nearby Helston town has lots going on, some fab walks or bike rides down to Porthleven as well as theme park and plenty of beaches to explore etc, we even managed a daytrip to the Scilly isles and Lands end which we also really enjoyed.
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From the manager: Its good to see you dont have to travel far to have a great time, so glad you enjoyed yourselves, See you all again soon,
Excellent peaceful site with friendly staff and ability to switch off.
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked We loved our stay at Lena May’s. The campsite was beautiful and quiet, just what we were looking for. We enjoyed so much time out for ourselves and the dogs and enjoyed being able to switch off completely. Fergus was really welcoming and helpful and on hand whenever needed.
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From the manager: Thank you for a great review. Glad you enjoyed it. Hope to see you again soon.
The location was wonderful, really felt…
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked The location was wonderful, really felt away from it all.
Facilities clean and simple. My daughter particularly loved how wild it felt here. Very friendly staff.
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From the manager: Great to see you had a fab visit. Hope to see you again next season.
A tranquil setting in the wildlife meadow. Highly recommend.
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked Wonderful location in a nature setting with lots of space to pitch and privacy offered by the tall meadow grass between. A great central location from which to explore. A very friendly welcome from Fergus. I had a great break and was very relaxed travelling alone to this beautiful spot. Spotlessly clean too.
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From the manager: Thank you for a great review. I’m glad we ticked all the boxes, let’s us know that we are still going in the right direction. Hope to see you again soon. Enjoy my homeland, watch out for the midgies.
Great campsite!
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Liked Leanne and Fergus were extremely kind and helpful throughout our stay - very friendly and welcoming. The campsite was clean, safe and had good access to facilities. The location was great, perfect for exploring the surrounding areas and the campsite itself had lovely views of the Cornish landscape. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and will be coming back again!
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From the manager: Thank you for a wonderful review. We are glad you enjoyed our site, it was great to welcome you. There will always be a space for you here so hope to see you again soon. Happy Camping!
Features
Dogs allowed
Campfires allowed
Leisure on site
Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area TV room Take away Tennis WatersportsAmenities on site
Bath available Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Budget/backpacker Peaceful Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wild camping Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearbyType
Tiny (1-10 pitches)Nearby leisure
Cycle hire nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Surf school nearbyLocation
Lena May's Meadow
Polgarth
Polladras
Breage
Helston
Cornwall
England
TR13 9NS
Directions Timezone
Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)
GPS
50.12861°N
5.32869°W
Nearest transport
Coach
Rail
Ferry
AirportPlease note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.
Local attractions
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
| Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Praa Sands East | 3 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Praa Sands West | 3.3 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Porthleven Sands | 3.3 mi | Sea | Good | Good | Good | Excellent |
| Perranuthnoe | 5.2 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Mexico Towans | 6.5 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | N/A |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
National Seal Sanctuary 5.9 mi
St Michael's Mount 6.6 mi
Cornwall Industrial Discovery Centre 7.4 mi
Tate St Ives 9 mi
Trebah Garden 9.3 mi
National Trust
Godolphin 1.1 mi
Penrose Estate: Gunwalloe and Loe Pool 3.4 mi
St Michael's Mount 6.6 mi
Cornish Mines and Engines 7.4 mi
Godrevy 7.5 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
GODOLPHIN 1.6 mi
Rinsey Head - Trewavas Head - Rinsey Head 2.9 mi
LISMORE 3 mi
Loe Bar 4.8 mi
St Anthony 5.4 mi
Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Lena May's Meadow have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Lena May's Meadow dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Lena May's Meadow? Local attractions and activities include: - Porthleven (restaurants and a famed pub): 10 minutes’ drive - Helston Railway (steam-train rides): 10 minutes - Praa Sands beach: 15 minutes - South West Coast … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Lena May's Meadow?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: 12 p.m. – 9 p.m. Depart by: 10 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Lena May's Meadow? From £20 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.