Penhallow Campsite
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- Spacious bell tents at a family-run glampsite in Mount Hawke
- A 10-minute drive from Chapel Porth beach and Trevaunance Cove
- Picnic table and firepit for each tent; camping stoves welcome
Site type
8
Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.- No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- The campground/park caters for families (immediate members) and couples only - bookings from all other forms of groups are not accepted.
- Guests must bring their own duvets, pillows, sheets and towels when staying in rental accommodation. You will not be allowed to stay if you do not bring these items.
- Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the campground/park are unlit.
- Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Thu, 1 May to
Pitch types & availability
Bell tent (basic, no pets)
4 people maximum 
No dogs allowed Dimensions: 5.0m width x 5.0m length (16.4ft width x 16.4ft length) Calculated area: 25.0m² (269.1ft²)
Arrival daysFrom £195 (£195) 3 nights, 2 adults
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Bell tent
4 people maximum Dimensions: 5.0m width x 5.0m length (16.4ft width x 16.4ft length) Calculated area: 25.0m² (269.1ft²)
Arrival daysFrom £255 (£255) 3 nights, 2 adults
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Bell tent (no pets)
4 people maximum No dogs allowed Dimensions: 5.0m width x 5.0m length (16.4ft width x 16.4ft length) Calculated area: 25.0m² (269.1ft²)
Arrival daysFrom £255 (£255) 3 nights, 2 adults
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Reviews
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Only showing reviews for the last 30 months.
Excellent, extremely clean.
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Liked: Such a pleasant experience from the moment we booked. I realised instantly that I’d booked the wrong tent, Jen was extremely helpful when informing her we had never been camping before and she gave me lots of information and even offered to swap our tent with another person (who was use to camping). The bell tents were beautiful and were spacious enough for us as a family of 4 with 2 younger children. The beds were comfy too. The whole site was extremely clean and nothing was too much trouble for Jen or her husband. There was a little play area in the middle where all the children could play. We are so glad we chose this campsite for our first ever camping experience. We will most definitely go camping again.
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Amazing stay, perfect for our little family. very friendly, safe and clean…
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Liked: Amazing stay, perfect for our little family. very friendly, safe and clean we will be coming back next summer
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Had a fantastic couple of days should have been longer but due…
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Liked: Had a fantastic couple of days should have been longer but due to unexpected circumstances it had to be cut short. Hope to return next year and do all the things we didn't get to do this time.
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Liked: Tent and facilities were very good . Nice and quiet . Everything we needed was supplied. Very happy
Disliked: Nothing to dislike.
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Excellent clean and well presented site
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Liked: Really enjoyed the small homely feel of the site and the space and comfort in the tent
Disliked: Showers were a bit luke warm
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Very clean site - friendly - needed somewhere to hang clothes to dry.
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Liked: The care taken by the owner to make tent cosy. Looked after us in the cold weather!
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A lovely oasis to take time out and forget about life for a while
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Liked: The campsite really provided a great out of the way location that felt like we were away from the hustle and bustle of life. It was clean, spacious and not crowded, which meant our kids could run around and have fun, and play games like cricket. I also liked the fact that animals were allowed. This specifically reduced one of the stressed families with pets usually face. The staff were friendly and made an effort to ensure that the facilities were clean and tidy. Our tent looked great, and was spacious inside, with some extras added, like candles and lights. It just felt like a place where one could go and relax, and it served as a good base for touring, and shops were nottoo far away. We made use of the fire pits provided, for cooking and toasting marshmallows!
Disliked: Each tent had its own kitchen with facilities. Whilst this was great, the kitchens themselves are quite limited in space.
As is always the case in the UK, weather can play a part in an experience. It was great that the tents were waterproof, but it was difficult to get things like towels and rain jackets to dry, and there was no facilities for this. the tents could not accommodate this. I would recommend visitors bring their own drying rack to dry clothes.
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Definitely recommend!
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Liked: Great bell tent with super set up. Kitchenette hut was brilliant - hob, fridge, freezer, crockery, cutlery etc. Host Claire really helpful.
Disliked: Nothing!
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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 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 Picnic table 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
Peaceful Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradiseUtilities
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
Tiny (1-10 sites)Nearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Horse riding nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Surf school nearby Watersports nearbyTouring and motorhomes
Drainage hook-up points for caravans Water hook-up points for caravansLocation
Penhallow Campsite
Mount Hawke
Truro
Cornwall
England
TR4 8BD
Directions Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
50.28096°N
-5.19116°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 |
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| Porthtowan | 3.7 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Chapel Porth | 3.8 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Trevaunance Cove | 4.4 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Portreath | 7.6 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Perranporth | 8 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Cornwall Industrial Discovery Centre 7.9 km
Truro Cathedral 10.1 km
Lappa Valley Steam Railway 14.1 km
Fistral Beach 16.8 km
Blue Reef Aquarium 16.8 km
National Trust
Cornish Mines and Engines 7.9 km
Trelissick Garden 13.2 km
Godrevy 15.2 km
Trerice 15.8 km
Godolphin 19.8 km
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Porth Towan - Towan Cross - Chapel Porth 3.6 km
St Agnes Beacon 4.9 km
Hanover 6.1 km
Perranporth - Trevaunance Cove 7.5 km
Circular walk Portreath - Tehidy Country Park - Reskajeage Downs - Coastal Path 7.6 km
Local events
- Boardmasters (Wednesday, 6 August 2025 – Wednesday, 6 August 2025)
Newquay, England 20.3 km
- Eden Sessions (Thursday, 12 June 2025 – Thursday, 12 June 2025)
Par, England 33 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.
Offers
Conditions apply - see pitch type section for details
Nearest sites
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Penhallow Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Penhallow Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Penhallow Campsite? Join the surf brigade at Porthtowan beach (10 minutes’ drive)… the coast takes a lot of the limelight in Cornwall, and it’s easy to see why. Perhaps you’ll want to take part … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Penhallow Campsite?
Read moreOn-site accommodation Arrive: 2 p.m. – 6 p.m. Depart by: 10 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Penhallow Campsite? From $434.59 (for 3 nights, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.