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Bell tents
Adults Only
Campfires allowed
See all facilities…Yes, there are still places in this country where the boss can’t track you down... If you sometimes think you’re going to have to surgically remove the smartphone from your other half’s mitts, you might want to have a butchers at this gorgeous wild camping site (shhh, there’s no phone signal).
Buzzards Bridge is one for those who like “proper” camping, with rustic facilities and no crowds. With only a handful of pitches, everyone gets tons of room, there’s a communal campfire and benches by the babbling brook, and the loo is a “tree bog” high up in the willows (an experience described by one guest as “strangely enjoyable”).
Not only that but there are no cars - unless you come in a campervan - and no electricity, just the peace and quiet of a deliciously secret meadow surrounded by ancient trees and sparkling streams, tucked away in one of the country’s Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Fuel is provided by willow grown on site, and the off-grid electricity supply is all from solar. With a strict no noise policy after 9pm, the only cries you’re likely to hear are those of Bargos, the resident buzzard.
There’s plenty of parking near the main gates, where guests can also grab a wheelbarrow to trundle their kit down to their pitch. Alternatively, the friendly owners will even arrange transport to and from a local public transport hub (e.g. Redruth Station) with a bit of advance notice.
A bell tent and beds are available to hire, firewood is for sale on site, and dogs and barbeques are welcome (though not combined, obviously).
PS If you really do need a phone signal, you’ll be able to get one a few hundred yards away. There are also pubs and shops a mile from the site.
Nearby attractions and activities
Buzzards Bridge is in the heart of prime tourist territory, with all the beaches and attractions of West Cornwall just a short distance away. There’s a horse riding place just up the bridle path from the site, plus cycling, rambling, surfing, sailing, kayaking and more in the surrounding area.
Attractions near Buzzards Bridge
Must see
- Flambards (4.0 miles)
- National Seal Sanctuary (4.3 miles)
- Trebah Garden (7.0 miles)
National Trust
- Penrose Estate: Gunwalloe and Loe Pool (4.3 miles)
- Glendurgan Garden (7.0 miles)
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Activities near Buzzards Bridge
Poldhu Cove (1.2 miles) Beach - Excellent Water Quality Beaches
Pollurian Cove (1.3 miles) Beach - Excellent Water Quality Beaches
Church Cove (2.0 miles) Beach - Excellent Water Quality Beaches
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Liked: The outdoorsy experience , friendliness of the owner. Disliked: Nothing |
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A lovely secluded site, we could have stayed forever! Govinda B. (Mature couple, 1 review, 0 photos) Confirmed ?
Liked: The bell tent - not having to set up and pack down our own tent was fantastic. The location - beautiful surroundings, lovely decked area over the river with woodburner. The toilet! Disliked: The sat nav directions which took us to the wrong place. Other than that everything was perfect and I would highly recommend Buzzards Bridge. I will definately return. |
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Travelling down in heavy rain meant we were held up badly on the road. Really glad we'd swopped mobile numbers with Justin who stayed well past our expected arrival time just to welcome us on site and show us around. Civilised wild camping - perfect! clairescott332345 (Family with older children, 1 review, 0 photos)
Liked: Peaceful site. The stream. Justin (who couldn't have been more helpful), beautiful countryside. The chocolate factory in mullion, the stars in the middle of a clear night. The Segway taster sessions at goon hilly. Disliked: The journey back. Oh, and if you go to the gardens of heligan, take a packed lunch - very expensive otherwise. |
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A must for wild campers who enjoy the outdoors and a good chat round the fire - LOVELY XXX Helen F. (Family with young children, 1 review, 0 photos) Confirmed ?
Liked: From our friendly welcome to our very warmfelt goodbyes our stay at Buzzards Bridge was fantastic! This is a real wild camping oasis but with a twist. The setting is glorious and so spacious, you feel just like Justin does about this place. We had a special week with great people and our hosts became good friends. The communal areas of campfire and shelter are perfect for drawing people together. Great fun and can't ... Disliked: Nothing! |
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Liked: Pretty much everything about it was perfect - if you like wild camping then you'll love it! Disliked: Nothing! |
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Lovely rural peace leoseymour77 (Family with young children, 1 review, 0 photos)
Liked: The location was wonderfully peaceful, and with only 5 pitches, there was little to disturb that peace. The only noises were the owls hooting in the night, and that of the stream running through the site. The tree bog was undaunting and my boys took it in their stride. Justin kept us well supplied with fresh water and firewood. Disliked: Nothing! |
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Absolutely Fantastic Luke W. (Young couple, 1 review, 0 photos) Confirmed ?
Liked: The surrounding area (stunning coastline a few miles away, you can even walk). The campsite itself, beautiful and the Buzzard was awesome. Justin the owner, made me and my partner feel welcome all the while and was generally a fantastic bloke. Disliked: Nothing |
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Liked: The Buzzards, the owls hooting at night, the campfire lit by the very friendly owner, (Ray Mears -like man with a leather hat and a knife in his pocket all the time) Disliked: a soggy matress after torential rain. Nothing about the campsite. |
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A tranquil haven with the true camping experience. philippa-darcy (Young couple, 1 review, 0 photos)
Liked: The location - peaceful, picturesque, private. Disliked: The rain - but that's Britain for you! |
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A perfect little meadow that i didn't want to leave. Its a campsite for campers who like to be part of nature , with plenty of firewood available and more space per pitch than any site i have stayed on in the past , it was perfect for my tentipi. james-johnson (Solo traveller-male, 1 review, 0 photos)
Liked: beautiful scenery, Disliked: living too far away to visit more regularly |
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Cool little site! Elizabeth G. (Young couple, 1 review, 0 photos) Confirmed ?
Liked: - super intimate and relaxed site...a great 'getaway' Disliked: - my partner found the compost loo a little unnerving - i thought it was a cool idea though :) |
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beautiful setting devonshirelass (Mature couple, 1 review, 0 photos)
Liked: the bell tent; hammock;the high unsmelly compost toilet; the tealight lanterns and solar lights; the welcoming campfire; the dog friendliness; the location... Justin the owner was most friendly and has some great ideas for this 'back to nature' site. a lovely retreat.. we were lucky to have place to ourselves. Mullion a mile walk along lane. i'd recommend booking table at the old inn pub if eating out as it was busier than ... Disliked: the airbed! |
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Quiet prionculus (Mature couple, 1 review, 0 photos)
Liked: How quiet it was. We were very lucky and the only tent there for the four days we stayed. Very basic site, which we liked. Drinking water containers appeared by our tent and were magically replenished daily. Disliked: Nothing to dislike. |
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Liked: The friendly welcome... Disliked: Nothing at all...lovely place |
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The best campsite I've come across wildcamper (Young couple, 1 review, 0 photos)
Liked: The fact it was small and pitches were limited Disliked: nothing... |
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Liked: The site Disliked: Nothing to dislike |
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Beautiful site and great location for 'proper' camping joni_cox (Family with young children, 1 review, 0 photos)
Liked: The quietness and simplicity of the location Disliked: Nothing, though no running water could be a dislike for some |
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Beautiful, rustic campsite, great location, friendly owners. A campsite for people who like real camping! Its our perfect campsite and cant wait to return. elaineboyd (Family with young children, 1 review, 2 photos)
Liked: Firepit for campfires and BBQ onsite Disliked: There was nothing to dislike. |
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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
Parent & baby washroom
Pick-up from public transport
Public telephone
Shower available
Tents for hire
Toilet block
Washing-up area
Wifi
Utilities
Charging facilities
Chemical disposal
Gas cylinders available
Recycling available
Renewable energy
Rules
Adults only
Campfires allowed
Commercial vehicles allowed
Dogs allowed
Themes
Budget/backpacker
Gastronomic delight
Gay friendly
Leave the car at home
Peaceful
Remote location
Spectacular scenery
Walkers' paradise
Wild camping
Wildlife haven
Nearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby
Climbing 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
Motorcycle friendly
Naturist
Single-sex groups welcome
Student groups welcome
Nearby amenities
Bar nearby
Nearby farmers' market
Public transport nearby
Shop nearby
Type
Tiny (1-10 pitches)
Camping 2.0
Bell tents
Jumbo tent pitches
Pre-erected tents
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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Helston: Coinagehall Street Coach Stop — 4.9mi
Porthleven: The Square Coach Stop — 5.0mi
Rame Cross (Cornwall): Coach Stop — 9.0mi
- Train stations
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Penmere Rail Station — 10.4mi
Penryn Rail Station — 10.8mi
Falmouth Town Rail Station — 10.9mi
- Ferry ports
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Helford Village Ferry Landing — 6.1mi
Helford Passage Ferry Landing — 6.5mi
Ponsharden Ferry Landing — 11.1mi
- Airports
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Penzance Airport — 14.2mi
Land's End St Just Airport — 19.8mi
Directions
When driving from Helston in the direction of the Lizard, about 4.5 miles away from Helston, just after a valley you'll pass the Wheel Inn pub on your left. Take the next right hand turning down Chypons road, and follow it until you reach the bottom of the valley. Over a bridge you'll then see the entrance gate to "Buzzards Bridge" on your right. Please shut the gate after you and if locked you'll have to go back up the hill to get a signal and call using the number in your confirmation. Thanks.
Please note
This is a very quiet and exclusive camp site.
Three acres of meadows, streams and woods with just 8 pitches. Absolutely no noise permitted after 9pm.
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