Escape life with a break to Bodmin... At this friendly site, tucked into a tree-filled valley near Bodmin Moor, the emphasis is on making the most of the ravishing natural surroundings - think birds and bunnies rather than bingo nights, and babbling brooks instead of the boom of a disco bar.
The site is carefully laid out to offer visitors maximum space and seclusion, with a choice of lodging options: wooden ‘wigwams’, which sleep five and come with beds, a kettle, fridge and microwave; camping pods in the bluebell copse; and our roomy pitches, perfect for tents, motorhomes and tourers.
If you're bringing the kids, they'll love roaming around the woods building dens and wildlife spotting, chatting to the resident chickens and pigs, and bouncing around the leafy playground area.
Ruthern Valley Holidays also has a licensed shop selling delicious bangers, other local goodies and some essential camping gear; other amenities include solar-heated showers, toilets, laundry and washing-up facilities.
Nearby attractions and activities
Cornwall’s countless charms are all within your grasp: moors and tors; fantastic beaches (both the northern and southern coasts are within ten miles, and the surfing mecca of Newquay is just a few miles further); the rarefied atmosphere of the uniquely Utopian Eden Project; the romantic lost gardens of Heligan; classical castles and mansions (Tintagel and Llanhydrock House are popular choices); zoos and wildlife centres; theme parks; museums and more.
If you want to ride the waves, book your place at the Surf’s Up school on Polzeath Beach, they will help you find your feet; alternatively, you can surf the forest canopy at the adrenaline-busting Tree Surfers complex near Tavistock.
Sea kayaking, kite surfing and horse-riding are also available.
Cycling deserves a special mention: five minutes on two wheels brings you to the Camel Trail, 16 miles of converted railway track that makes for an idyllic ride through the Camel Valley, and links to the Cornish Way for trips further into Cornwall. Bikes can be hired at numerous cycle centres nearby, including Wadebridge, Bodmin and Padstow.
Slake your pedal-induced thirst en route with a wine-tasting at the renowned Camel Valley Vineyard, or take a bottle away to wash down some fish and chips from the Rick Stein takeaway in Padstow. This picturesque fishing village is only a short ride from Ruthern Valley Holidays and is a fully-fledged foodie destination, with several acclaimed restaurants and takeaways, and plenty of lovely little boutiques.
Attractions near Ruthern Valley Holidays
Must see
- Cornwall's Crealy Great Adventure Park (5.9 miles)
- Eden Project (6.7 miles)
- Rock Beach (8.1 miles)
National Trust
- Carnewas and Bedruthan Steps (10.0 miles)
- Trerice (11.8 miles)
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Activities near Ruthern Valley Holidays
Wadebridge Woods and River (3.5 miles) Walking
Lanhydrock House - the River Fowey (4.9 miles) Walking
Cardinham Woods (5.4 miles) Walking
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Stayed in one of the site's camping pods. Cold the first night but a blanket under the air bed meant we were toasty the second. Lovely, fantastically maintained site in a beautiful setting. We were planning to return before we left. Karen H. (Family with young children, 1 review, 0 photos) Confirmed ?
Liked: 18 month old loved the animals and children's play area. Disliked: Not a dislike but there are rumours of other sites with similar pods that have heaters in them... |
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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
Disabled facilities
Drying room
Food shop
Free wifi
Ice pack freezing
Internet access
Launderette
Local produce
Parent & baby washroom
Pick-up from public transport
Public telephone
Shower available
Toilet block
Washing-up area
Wifi
Utilities
Charging facilities
Chemical disposal
Gas cylinders available
Recycling available
Renewable energy
Touring and motorhomes
Electrical hook-up points for tourers
Hard standings
Max. motorhome length: 8.0 metresRules
Campfires allowed
Commercial vehicles allowed
Dogs allowed
Themes
Budget/backpacker
Forest
Gay friendly
Luxury
Peaceful
Walkers' paradise
Wildlife haven
Nearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby
Climbing nearby
Cycle hire nearby
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Golf nearby
Horse 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 nearby
Groups welcome
D. of E. welcome
Family friendly
Motorcycle friendly
Single-sex groups welcome
Student groups welcome
Nearby amenities
Nearby farmers' market
Shop nearby
Type
Small (11-25 pitches)
Camping 2.0
Camping pods
Jumbo tent pitches
Tipis, yurts, or wigwams
Ordnance Survey maps (GB and Northern Ireland only) are available at lower levels via the drop-down menu.
Nearest transport
- Coach stations
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Bodmin Coach Stop — 3.7mi
Wadebridge: The Link Rd Coach Stop — 4.1mi
Bodmin Parkway: Rail Station Bus Stop — 6.3mi
- Train stations
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Roche Rail Station — 3.4mi
Bugle Rail Station — 4.4mi
Luxulyan Rail Station — 5.7mi
- Ferry ports
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Rock Padstow Ferry Landing — 7.8mi
Padstow Ferry Landing — 8.0mi
Fowey Custom House Quay Ferry Landing — 11.3mi
- Airports
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Newquay St Mawgan Airport — 9.1mi
Directions
Travelling from the north
Take the A30 past Bodmin to Innis Downs roundabout, signposted for St Austell. Take the slip road off the A30 and turn right at the first roundabout taking you back over the A30 to the next roundabout. Take the second exit signposted for Lanivet (A389).
Travelling from the south
Travelling up the A30 leave at the St Austell exit. At the roundabout take the second exit signposted for Lanivet (A389). Keep going along this road through Lanivet, keep going up the hill and turn left immediately before the signpost for Nanstallon. Take the left signed for Ruthernbridge (chalets) and continue for approximately two miles. Immediately before the small bridge turn left - the site is approximately 200m on the left.
Permitted arrival time
From 12pm
Cancellation policy
Cancellation charges for accommodation units are payable as follows:
- 89 to 60 days: 30% of balance
- 59 to 30 days: 50% of balance
- Under 30 days: 70% of balance
We strongly recommend that guests take out private travel insurance.
Please note that your deposit paid to Pitchup.com is non-refundable.
Payment of balance
Camping: balance payable on arrival.
Holiday homes/pods/wigwams: the campsite will contact you to take payment. The balance is payable four weeks before arrival or as soon as possible if the booking is made within four weeks.
Cards accepted on the park
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Terms and conditions
Site booking terms and conditionsCheck availability at Ruthern Valley Holidays…
10m x 8m grass tent pitch without electric and suitable for a tent or trailer tent. Includes an awning or gazebo.
Max. persons: 6x
10m x 10m grass pitch with 10-amp electric hook up. Includes an awning or gazebo.
Max. persons: 6x
Basic empty wooden camping hut with full-height, lockable doors and a decking area. Please bring your own equipment.
Max. persons: 4x
Wooden wigwam with built-in beds (with three single beds or one single and one large sleeping platform for four). Please bring your own sleeping bags and towels. Provided with a fridge, kettle and microwave.
Max. persons: 5x
Two-bedroom lodge with a double room and a twin room, provided with bedding and linen. Please bring your own towels. Fully equipped kitchen and bathroom.
Max. persons: 6x
10m x 6m hardstanding pitch with 10-amp electric hook-up. Includes an awning or gazebo.
Max. persons: 7x
