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Porthcothan Clifftop Camping

9.5 99 reviews

Clifftop eco camping in Cornwall with stunning sea views
A five-minute walk from Porthcothan Bay via the South West Coast Path
Back to basics site on a working farm by the coast path; dogs welcome

Based on a working beef and sheep farm just off the South West Coast Path, Porthcothan Clifftop Camping likes to keep things simple. After all, why would you want to complicate life when you have a spacious grassy field, spectacular views out to sea and a top Cornwall location? This friendly and laidback pop-up site crosses the cliffs and looks out over the golden sands of Porthcothan Bay (roughly five minutes' walk away via the coast path). Sea views are visible all around the site, not to mention the gorgeous sunsets that light up the sky on regular occasions. This is a spot for those with an adventurous side – facilities include three hot showers, four composting toilets and multiple water points. You'll need to be fairly self-sufficient in bringing all your own food and equipment, but it's not far to a feed or a hot drink as there are cafés that can be reached within a mile's walk. The sizeable village of Saint Merryn (five minutes' drive) has more amenities, and the larger town of Padstow (a renowned foodie spot) is an easy 15 minute-drive down the road. Those of you who never leave your dogs behind for an adventure will also be happy to find that well-behaved dogs are also welcome at Porthcothan Clifftop Camping.

Site type

Languages spoken

English

Nearby sites that are bookable on Pitchup.com

Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable sites.

Features

Pop-up campsite

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 Watersports

Amenities on site

Bath available Car parking by pitch/unit 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 Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wild camping Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearby Shop nearby

Type

Farm Medium (26-50 pitches) Pop-up campsite

Nearby leisure

Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Surf school nearby Watersports nearby

Location

Porthcothan Clifftop Camping

Carnevas Farm

Porthcothan Bay

Padstow

Cornwall

England

PL28 8PN

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)

GPS

50.51236°N
-5.01721°W

Route directions

Please do not follow Google Maps, as it will take you down a dead-end road. Use the following instructions (or what3words: postcard.pacifist.tortoises). The gateway for the site is 20 yards along on the left just past a grey cottage (on the right) called Carnavis Cottage. It is clearly marked with the logo and the name Porthcothan Clifftop Camping. Please do not continue up to Carnevas Holiday Park, which is a separate business.

Nearest transport

Coach

6.7 mi Shop Corner

6.7 mi Porth Four Turns

7.5 mi Bus Station

Rail

7.2 mi Newquay Rail Station

7.5 mi Quintrell Downs Rail Station

8.6 mi St Columb Road Rail Station

Ferry

4.1 mi Padstow Ferry Landing

4.6 mi Rock Padstow Ferry Landing

19.8 mi Mevagissey Ferry Landing

Airport

4.5 mi Newquay St Mawgan Airport

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.

Local attractions

With direct access to the South West Coast Path, reaching Cornwall’s coves on foot has never been easier. Once you’ve ticked off seeing beaches like Porthcohan Bay and Treyarnon Bay a short walk along the coast, further afield are the bigger towns. Padstow (15 minutes’ drive), in particular, has lots to like: access to the Camel Trail, a busy harbour, a ferry to Rock and Prideaux Palace. To the south of Padstow is Trevibban Mill Vineyard (15 minutes) and its Cornish cider and wine tasting activities. Wadebridge (25 minutes) also has bicycle hire for the Camel Trail if you want to end your route in Padstow. Port Isaac (40 minutes), further afield, is a historic place with rows of cottages, a historic harbour and kayaking, coasteering or speed boat trips. If you’re looking for more entertainment of the active sort, Newquay Activity Centre (30 minutes) runs surf lessons, paddleboarding and other watersports. Kids are also likely to enjoy Newquay Zoo (30 minutes) and near Wadebridge, the Camel Creek Adventure Park (15 minutes), which has rides, small animals and a 5D cinema.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name	Distance	Type	2020	2019	2018	2017
Porthcothan	0.4 mi	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Treyarnon Bay	1 mi	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Constantine Bay	1.5 mi	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Booby’S Bay	1.9 mi	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	N/A
Harlyn Bay	2.1 mi	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Cornwall's Crealy Great Adventure Park 4.2 mi

Rock Beach 4.7 mi

Blue Reef Aquarium 7.3 mi

Fistral Beach 7.3 mi

Newquay Zoo 7.3 mi

National Trust

Carnewas and Bedruthan Steps 2.3 mi

Trerice 8.8 mi

Tintagel Old Post Office 15.6 mi

Trelissick Garden 20.4 mi

Cornish Mines and Engines 22.5 mi

Cycle routes

Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.

Other

Harlyn and Constantine Bays 2.1 mi

Bedruthen Steps and Park Head 2.2 mi

Trevone Bay - Constantine Bay - South West Coastal Path 2.9 mi

PRIDEAUX PLACE 3.9 mi

Padstow and the South-West Coast Path 3.9 mi

Local events

Boardmasters (Wednesday 6 August 2025 – Wednesday 6 August 2025)
Newquay, Cornwall 5.4 mi
Eden Sessions (Thursday 12 June 2025 – Thursday 12 June 2025)
Par, Cornwall 16.1 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.

Payment terms

Offers

Conditions apply - see pitch type section for details

Reviews

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Only showing reviews for the last 30 months.

This was our camp set up the next morning

Across the field we stayed in this was the view

Porthcothan cove which is less than a 15 minute walk from campsite.

Friendly staff

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Charlotte B. Aug 2024

Non-electric grass campervan pitch

Liked: The location is beautiful and beach is close enough for my 3 year old to walk along the coastal path and back

Recommend to friends Visit again

It was peaceful and once the weather brightened up it was just…

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Natasha H. Aug 2024

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked: It was peaceful and once the weather brightened up it was just beautiful with the sea in the distant
We will definitely be coming back. Thankyou for having us

Recommend to friends Visit again

Plenty of space and clean facilities. Not to far to walk to…

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Wifi	2

Anonymous Aug 2024

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked: Plenty of space and clean facilities. Not to far to walk to facilities and owner came to check us in and was very polite and nice,

Beautiful view to wake up to and for walks. Close 15min walk to Beach with coffee shop perfect for a morning stroll

Recommend to friends Visit again

Beautiful location with sea view. Hot showers and clean toilets.

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Ruth D. Sept 2024

Non-electric grass campervan pitch

Liked: Beautiful location with sea view. Excellent composting toilets which were working well, no smell. Hot drench showers. Very close to coast path and beach.
The owner/manager was very friendly and came to meet us on our first day. Loved it!

Recommend to friends Visit again

Excellent camp site with clean facilities, and brilliant staff!

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Anonymous Aug 2024

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked: The view was stunning from any angle 😍
The weather wasn’t perfect, was very windy, however it didn’t stop us from enjoying things.
Liked also the fact that the owner was checking up on everyone due to the weather condition. He also took a good care of camp facilities.
Camps toilets not one of the best but it’s camping place so didn’t expect roses* :D the staff tried to keep them as tidy as he could but some people are just animals and don’t respect someone’s job and code of conduct.
Showers were all good with hot water all the time 👍
Highly recommend this place 😊

Disliked: None

Recommend to friends Visit again

Amazing

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SASHA L. Aug 2024

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked: I loved everything. It was such a beautiful and tranquil place. The views were something else. The showers and toilets were kept clean the owner was lovely and super friendly. I can't wait to go back again!

Recommend to friends Visit again

What a location! Straight out onto the coast path and spoilt for…

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Lucie J. Aug 2024

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked: What a location! Straight out onto the coast path and spoilt for choice. Both directions lead to stunning beaches and cafes. Stunning views out to sea and make for a beautiful sunset. Not your usual busy and loud came campsite. A great spot to unwind and escape the real world. No wi-fi which is perfect! The field is huge and easy to find a quiet spot. Perfect spot if you have a dog! Mine loved it. Definitely one i’ll return too!

Recommend to friends Visit again

Beautiful stay

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Anonymous Aug 2024

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked: Beautiful views, beach is 10 minute walk which is a beautiful beach, worker on site was very friendly and helpful. He gave us a picnic bench fire pit and bbq to use whilst we were camping as large group of us. Advised us where to camp as we arrived during a very windy storm, we enjoyed our stay. Showers were clean warm and free. Last but not least the sunset view from the campsite was amazing

Disliked: Compost toilets were not ideal, children didn't want to use them

Recommend to friends Visit again

Shower was at a nice temperature and made me feel revived in…

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Anonymous Aug 2024

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked: Shower was at a nice temperature and made me feel revived in the morning The hospitality was nice and welcoming the view was priceless can’t wait Togo again

Disliked: Just the wind was at its highest but no fault of pitch up

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great views with wild camp vibes

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Kaye A. Sept 2024

Non-electric grass campervan pitch

Liked: Incredible views, good showers, friendly feel.

Jeff the farmer was the biz 🙌

Disliked: I see the advantages of composting toilets but perhaps portaloos may be a more suitable option for this site especially when windy. Jeff was however always on hand and cleaned the facilities regularly throughout the day.

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Frequently asked questions

Does Porthcothan Clifftop Camping have a swimming pool? No View all features
Is Porthcothan Clifftop Camping dog friendly? Yes View all features
What attractions are near Porthcothan Clifftop Camping? With direct access to the South West Coast Path, reaching Cornwall’s coves on foot has never been easier. Once you’ve ticked off seeing beaches like Porthcohan Bay and Treyarnon Bay a short … Read more
When can I check in and check out of Porthcothan Clifftop Camping?

Camping and touring

Arrive: 10 a.m. – 10 p.m.

Depart by: 11 a.m.

Read more