Gunwalloe Caravan Park
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- Cornwall caravan site on a working farm 10 minutes’ drive from Helston
- A 10-minute drive from Gunwalloe Church Cove beach and Dollar Cove
- Dog-friendly grass pitches; pubs and shops within 10 minutes’ drive
Campground type
- The park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Breed-specific legislation (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
- No bachelor/bachelorette parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.
- Guests are advised to bring a good quality flashlight with them as parts of the park are unlit.
- If reception is closed on arrival: please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.
Languages spoken
English
Campsite types & availability
Primitive grass campsite
5 people maximum
Wifi at the unit/site
Ground type: Grass
Site size: Max 13.0m width x 9.0m depth (42.7ft width x 29.5ft depth) Calculated area: 117.0m² (1259.4ft²)
Arrival daysFrom £20 (£20) 1 night, 2 adults
View prices & bookPowered grass campsite (small)
5 people maximum
Wifi at the unit/site
Ground type: Grass
Site size: Min 12.0m width x 5.0m depth (39.4ft width x 16.4ft depth) Calculated area: 60.0m² (645.8ft²)
Arrival daysFrom £25 (£25) 1 night, 2 adults
View prices & bookPowered cement/asphalt and grass travel trailer campsite (medium)
5 people maximum
Wifi at the unit/site
Ground type: Cement/asphalt and grass
Site size: Max 9.0m width x 13.0m depth (29.5ft width x 42.7ft depth) Calculated area: 117.0m² (1259.4ft²)
Arrival daysFrom £27 (£27) 1 night, 2 adults
View prices & bookPowered grass campsite (medium)
5 people maximum
Wifi at the unit/site
Ground type: Grass
Site size: Max 13.0m width x 9.0m depth (42.7ft width x 29.5ft depth) Calculated area: 117.0m² (1259.4ft²)
Arrival daysFrom £27 (£27) 1 night, 2 adults
View prices & bookPowered cement/asphalt and grass campsite (large)
5 people maximum
Wifi at the unit/site
Ground type: Cement/asphalt and grass
Site size: Max 17.0m width x 15.0m depth (55.8ft width x 49.2ft depth) Calculated area: 255.0m² (2744.8ft²)
Arrival daysFrom £30 (£30) 1 night, 2 adults
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Reviews
Voted 95% of visitors View breakdown
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Lovely and peaceful location , great showers and toilets. Very quiet overnight…
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Powered cement/asphalt and grass travel trailer campsite (medium)
Liked: Lovely and peaceful location , great showers and toilets. Very quiet overnight with no light pollution. Great welcoming host.
Disliked: Nothing
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Nice rural rustic place to stay, working farm, fresh eggs!
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Powered grass campsite (medium)
Liked: Lovely countryside, short drive to beautiful beaches and a nice pub. Facilities basic but clean and functional. Friendly helpful staff, felt safe camping as a single person. Dog friendly.
Disliked: There is some helicopter noise on occasion as it’s close to the Naval base.
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Quite disappointing . When the site is finished it should be nice
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Powered cement/asphalt and grass campsite (large)
Liked: Friendly owners great showers and toikets
Disliked: Site was very unfinished with caravans stored close to pitches and lots of dismantled farm equipment around . Pitches were quite scruffy
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Nice site, has everything you need and just a short walk to Gunwalloe
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Primitive grass campsite
Liked: Lovely peaceful stay. The toilet and shower block looked new and all facilities were clean. Free WiFi across the site. I would stay there again.
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Excellent site with clean facilities, friendly staff and level pitches
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Primitive grass campsite
Liked: Fantastic value for money. Warm toilet and shower block, drinking water, taps near pitches, friendly management who although we didn’t need it were helping cars and vans who were stuck in the mud if necessary. Will definitely be back!
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A very good site at a reasonable cost.
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Powered grass campsite (medium)
Liked: Very good site in an excellent location. Quiet with good shower/washing facilities. Had a very helpful and friendly welcome.
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Friendly and helpful owner, clean showers/toilet block, warm showers, wifi, location…
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Powered grass campsite (medium)
Liked: Friendly and helpful owner, clean showers/toilet block, warm showers, wifi, location with a pub in walking distance and short drive to the beach/coast path.
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Brief stay. Convenient location for sightseeing. Easy access for caravan. Quiet. Good…
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Powered grass campsite (medium)
Liked: Brief stay. Convenient location for sightseeing. Easy access for caravan. Quiet. Good shower and wash up areas and very friendly and helpful owner. Would use again.
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Primitive grass campsite
Liked: Claire was excellent
The showers and toilets are first class
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Friendly Welcome Hot Shower Shower block/toilets clean and spacious…
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Primitive grass campsite
Liked: Friendly Welcome
Hot Shower
Shower block/toilets clean and spacious
Disliked: Wifi not the strongest
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Features
Dogs allowed
Campfires allowed
Leisure on park
Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Playground Recreation room/arcade TV room Takeout Tennis WatersportsAmenities on park
Baby-changing facilities Bath available Car parking by site/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Free wifi Grocery store Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundromat Parent & baby washroom Payphone Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Restrooms Shower available Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Rallies welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue grills allowed Barbecue provided Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Hikers’ paradise PeacefulUtilities
Charging facilities Communal freezer Communal fridge Dump station Electric car charging point(s) Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Public transportation nearbyType
Farm Medium (26-50 sites)Accessibility
Bathrooms: Large spacious shower Bathrooms: Large spacious toilet Bathrooms: Step-free access Bathrooms: Wheelchair accessible shower Bathrooms: Wheelchair accessible toilet Bathrooms: Wide doorways (over 32 inches) Uneven terrain; gravel or loose mudNearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horseback riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Mountain biking nearby Outdoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Surf school nearby Tennis nearby Watersports nearbyTouring and motorhomes
Caravan storage facilitiesLocation
Gunwalloe Caravan Park
Killianchor
Gunwalloe
Helston
Cornwall
England
TR12 7QJ
Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
50.0713°N
-5.2597°W
Route directions
Nearest transport
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
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
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Church Cove | 2.3 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Porthleven Sands | 2.5 mi | Sea | Good | Good | Good | Excellent |
Poldhu Cove | 2.6 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Polurrian Cove | 3.3 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Praa Sands East | 5.6 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
National Seal Sanctuary 2.9 mi
Trebah Garden 6.6 mi
St Michael's Mount 10.2 mi
National Maritime Museum Cornwall 10.3 mi
Pendennis Castle 10.8 mi
National Trust
Penrose Estate: Gunwalloe and Loe Pool 1.9 mi
Godolphin 6 mi
Glendurgan Garden 6.5 mi
St Michael's Mount 10.2 mi
Cornish Mines and Engines 10.8 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
St Anthony 1.4 mi
Loe Bar 1.5 mi
LISMORE 2.2 mi
Schiedam 2.3 mi
TRELOWARREN 3 mi
Local events
- Boardmasters (Wednesday, August 6, 2025 – Wednesday, August 6, 2025)
Newquay, England 27 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.
Offers
Conditions apply - see campsite type section for details
Nearest campgrounds
Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable campgrounds.
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Gunwalloe Caravan Park have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Gunwalloe Caravan Park dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Gunwalloe Caravan Park? When you fancy a serious yomp along the dramatic coastline, follow the South West Coast Path (10 minutes’ drive) to Kynance Cove (around three hours’ walk) on the Lizard Peninsula. Shorter hops … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Gunwalloe Caravan Park?
RV, travel trailer and tent sites Arrive: 2 p.m. – 10:30 p.m. Depart by: 10:30 a.m. Please call or message if changes are required to arrival or departure times
Read more - How much does it cost to stay at Gunwalloe Caravan Park? From $26.79 (for 1 night, 5 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.