Blackthorn Campsite
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- Peaceful and dog-friendly family-run site in the village of Delabole
- Port Isaac and Trebarwith beach 10 minutes' drive; 20 mins to Polzeath
- Two local pubs, a shop and bus services within a short walk
Site type
17
10
Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.- The site does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. XL Bully, Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
- Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
- Electricity is metered on site at £0.3208 per kWh and must be paid onsite using a pre-paid topup card.
Languages spoken
British Sign Language (BSL)
English
Pitch types & availability
Non-electric grass campervan, tent or trailer tent pitch
6 people maximum 
9.8/10
8 reviews 
Wifi at the unit/pitch Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 7m width × 9m depth (63m²)
Arrival daysFrom £22
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Queen electric optional gravel touring pitch
6 people maximum 8.4/10
16 reviews Wifi at the unit/pitch Ground type: Gravel
Pitch size: Max 8m width × 8m depth (64m²)
Arrival daysFrom £28
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Reviews
92% would recommend this site to a friend
88% would stay here again
What customers say
This quiet, well-maintained campsite offers clean facilities, including hot showers, and attractive pitches. Visitors appreciate the friendly owners, the on-site animals, and the peaceful rural location within easy reach of attractions like Padstow. Some limited facilities and pitch proximity were noted, but overall, guests found it a gem for a relaxing stay.
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Queen electric optional gravel touring pitch
Liked A peaceful pleasant location with generous pitches.
A very friendly owner greeted us upon arrival & attended promptly when we had an issue with the EHU at night.
Donkeys goats & chickens are a nice touch, especially for families with small children.
Okay for an en-route stopover .
Disliked Just the one toilet / shower & one separate WC. Not the fault of the site but the person before me left the shower dirty with muddy footprints everywhere.
Hard to find from the main road, drove past the end of the lane twice. Look for the industrial units.
Somewhat expensive for the facilities provided when you can get everything this site offers (apart from the ehu) in Tintagel car park for £6 per night.
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From the manager: Thank you for your feedback. We’re a small, peaceful site with only 5 pitches, so 2 toilets and 1 shower are usually sufficient, we’re upgrading to 3 showers and 4 toilets this winter to accommodate more guests and pitches. Our prices reflect the space, views, and tranquillity we offer—not a crowded “car park style” campsite—and unlike many others, we don’t charge extra for facilities. The details are clearly listed on Pitch up, so we’re sorry if it wasn’t what you were looking for.
Gorgeous site run by very friendly people.
Non-electric grass campervan, tent or trailer tent pitch
Liked Warm welcome. Pristine site. Small overall yet spacious green area
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Peaceful, clean site which felt …
Electric grass pitch
Liked Peaceful, clean site which felt secluded but was close to local amenities. Very basic but clean facilities. We were lucky to have perfect weather.
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This campsite was a huge disappointment.
Queen electric optional gravel touring pitch
Liked Large gravel pitch!
Disliked There was only one shower and two toilets for the whole site — completely inadequate and always busy. The place was extremely boring with absolutely nothing to do. The so-called village pub nearby should honestly close its doors; the food was vile and barely edible. Even the local shop felt stuck in the past, outdated and poorly stocked. Overall, I would not recommend staying here.
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From the manager: Hi Lisa
Thank you for your feedback. We’re sorry to hear that our campsite didn’t meet your expectations. We’d like to reassure you that our facilities are regularly cleaned and maintained, and many of our visitors value the peace and tidiness of the site.
Ours is not a large commercial park with entertainment or busy facilities, but rather a small, quiet village location where guests come to relax and enjoy the calm surroundings. We understand this may not be the right fit for everyone, but we’re glad we can provide the kind of atmosphere that many of our regular guests appreciate.
We wish you well in finding a site and location better suited to your preferences in the future.
A nice peaceful site with farm animals close by
Queen electric optional gravel touring pitch
Liked Rural site with good quality shower / toilet facilities and dishwashing area. All perfectly clean. Within walking distance to a local pub, The Bettle and Chissel.
Disliked Pitches a little close together as caravans and awnings spread out, so it feels a tad claustrophobic. No off-lead dog walk on site.
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A peaceful country site
Queen electric optional gravel touring pitch
Liked Peace and quiet, very clean facilities, large pitches.
Disliked Tiny, if spotlessly clean, toilet facility. Shower gave a choice of a hot dribble or cold with decent pressure. (I opted for lukewarm.)
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Nice flat pitches. Tidy and clean,…
Queen electric optional gravel touring pitch
Liked Nice flat pitches. Tidy and clean, with good facilities.
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Clean and well kept camp site with plenty of space.
Non-electric grass campervan, tent or trailer tent pitch
Liked Very peaceful campsite with plenty to do in the area. Lots of walks.
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Great choice would definitely return
Queen electric optional gravel touring pitch
Liked Great site, quite peaceful good sized pitch, water on the pitch.
Immaculately clean toilet and shower.
Lovely friendly staff.
Disliked Not the sites problem but buses are only every 2 hrs
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What they have at the moment is clean and well maintained
Queen electric optional gravel touring pitch
Liked Lovely campsite that will get better as the seasons go by
Lovely hosts (John & Heidi) who are just starting out in their new business and I wish them all the best and I will be returning
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Pop-up campsite
Dogs 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 Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette 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
Leave the car at home Peaceful Walkers' paradiseUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Public transport nearby Shop nearbyType
Pop-up campsite Small (11-25 pitches)Nearby leisure
Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Horse riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Outdoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby Surf school nearbyTouring and motorhomes
Water hook-up points for tourersLocation
Blackthorn Campsite
Vell Lane
Delabole
Delabole
Cornwall
England
PL22 9EP
Directions Timezone
Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)
GPS
50.61896°N
4.7298°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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trebarwith Strand | 2.3 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Good | Good |
| Polzeath | 8.7 mi | Estuary | N/A | Excellent | Good | Excellent |
| Crackington Haven | 9.5 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Daymer Bay | 9.5 mi | Estuary | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Trevone Bay | 12 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Tintagel Castle 3.7 mi
Rock Beach 9.9 mi
Cornwall's Crealy Great Adventure Park 12.5 mi
Eden Project 17.2 mi
Newquay Zoo 20.7 mi
National Trust
Tintagel Old Post Office 3.2 mi
Lawrence House 16.1 mi
Carnewas and Bedruthan Steps 16.2 mi
Trerice 21.1 mi
Cotehele 23.7 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Trebarwith Strand 2.1 mi
Camelford Town and River 2.2 mi
Camelford and Countryside 2.3 mi
Camelford Country 2.3 mi
Tintagel and Trebarwith - Coast and Country 3.4 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.
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Blackthorn Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Blackthorn Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Blackthorn Campsite? Which way first? The coast is a big draw for most visitors here – and rightly so, as it’s rather spectacular. Perhaps start with a trip to Trebarwith beach (10 minutes’ drive), … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Blackthorn Campsite?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: 12:30 p.m. – 8 p.m. Depart by: 11:30 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Blackthorn Campsite? From £22 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.