Prickly Post
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- Back to basics Cornwall camping a mile inland from Fowey
- Eden Project 15 minutes' drive; 25 minutes to Bodmin Moor
- Beaches within walking distance; bus stop at the end of the road
Excellent walks, lovely views, peaceful fresh air… it’s all about the simple things when you pick a pitch at Prickly Post. This pop-up site is in a quiet Cornwall location a little way inland from Fowey (about five minutes’ drive from the town centre) and it’s a great spot for a back-to-basics break close to the coast.
This is a simple site where you’ll have access to just the essentials, in the form of a fresh water tap and a flushing toilet (please note no showers on site). Other than that, it’s just plenty of space to soak up the coastal air, rest, relax – and perhaps watch the ponies ambling about. You’ll also be able to bring a barbecue or small firepit for the evening (pick up all the bits you need at shops in Fowey, or nip to the small shop at the local garage, five minutes’ walk away).
Those who like to get out on foot should be pleased with the location here – you can walk to Fowey or Readymoney Cove in about 25 minutes, or Polkerris beach in about 40 minutes. The Saints Way and South West Coast Path are both close by for longer walks, and a bus stop at the end of the road to the site means you’ll have options for getting home if your legs get tired. Those bus services can also link you up to train services from Par railway station.
Other nearby activity options include various watersports in Fowey or setting off to visit top attractions like the Eden Project, Bodmin Moor and Lost Gardens of Heligan (all within a half-hour drive).
Site type
20 Open now
This campground/park has no on-site shower facilities.
Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.- The campground/park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dog Act (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
- Group bookings of 6 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
- Single-sex bookings of 6 or more people (couples and immediate family members excepted) are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
- No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- At least one of the party members must be aged 22 or over.
- Bookings must not consist of more than 2 different households.
- Please note that the toilet facilities are unisex.
- There is no reception building on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Fri, 18 Apr to
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Features
Pop-up campground
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 Car parking by site/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundry 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 sceneryUtilities
Charging facilities Dump point Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearbyType
Pop-up campground Small (11-25 sites)Accessibility
Accessible parking at siteNearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Indoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearbyLocation
Prickly Post
Prickly Post Lane
Lankelly
Fowey
Cornwall
England
PL23 1EZ
Directions Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
50.33821°N
-4.65649°W
Nearest transport
Coach4.9 km Polgrean Place
5 km Polgrean Place
5.2 km Four Lords
Rail3.9 km Par Rail Station
7.7 km Lostwithiel Rail Station
8.7 km Luxulyan Rail Station
Ferry1.5 km Fowey Ferry Landing
1.6 km Fowey Town Quay Ferry Landing
1.6 km Fowey Custom House Quay Ferry Landing
Airport27.6 km 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
Attractions and activities nearby include:
- Fowey: five minutes’ drive
- Readymoney Cove: five minutes
- Polkerris beach: five minutes
- Eden Project: 15 minutes
- Lostwithiel (ancient stannary town): 15 minutes
- Wheal Martyn Clay Works: 20 minutes
- Porfell Wildlife Park & Sanctuary: 25 minutes
- Bodmin Moor: 25 minutes
- Lost Gardens of Heligan: half an hour
- Mevagissey (fishing village): half an hour.
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
| Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readymoney Cove | 1.3 km | Estuary | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Polkerris | 1.8 km | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
| Par Sands | 2.8 km | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
| Shorthorn Beach | 4.7 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Crinnis Beach | 5.5 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Eden Project 8.5 km
Lost Gardens of Heligan 12.5 km
Cornwall's Crealy Great Adventure Park 25.6 km
Lappa Valley Steam Railway 27.9 km
Truro Cathedral 29.2 km
National Trust
Trerice 27.7 km
Trelissick Garden 30.1 km
Carnewas and Bedruthan Steps 30.7 km
St Anthony Head 31.9 km
Cotehele Mill 35.1 km
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Readymoney Cove (Fowey) to Polridmouth Bay 0.9 km
MENABILLY 1.1 km
Fowey to Polkerris 1.3 km
Polkerris to Gribbin Head and Polridmouth 1.7 km
Menabilly Barton - Gribbin Head - Polkerris - Fowey 1.7 km
Local events
- Eden Sessions (Thursday, 12 June 2025 – Thursday, 12 June 2025)
Par, England 6.5 km
- Boardmasters (Wednesday, 6 August 2025 – Wednesday, 6 August 2025)
Newquay, England 29.1 km
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 Prickly Post have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Prickly Post dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Prickly Post? Attractions and activities nearby include: - Fowey: five minutes’ drive - Readymoney Cove: five minutes - Polkerris beach: five minutes - Eden Project: 15 minutes - Lostwithiel (ancient stannary town): 15 minutes … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Prickly Post?
Read moreCamping and caravan Arrive: 11 a.m. – 7 p.m. Depart by: 10:30 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Prickly Post? From $40.52 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.