Bay View Camping

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  • Off-grid camping on the Cornish coast two miles from Falmouth
  • Walk to Maenporth or Swanpool beach within 20 minutes
  • Sea views; direct access to the South West Coast Path and a beach
Getting out on the South West Coast Path could barely be easier than it is from Bay View Camping – this Cornwall site is right by the shoreline between Falmouth and Maenporth, and it has its own private access gate to the coast path and a path leading to a private beach. That means you can get out for short or long seaside strolls whenever you like. The South West Coast Path can be used to reach local beaches like Maenporth and Swanpool, at about 15 minutes and 20 minutes’ walk respectively. There are places to eat at both spots, so you could leave the car behind for several days here and simply get about on foot easily enough. Alternatively, set out along the private path to Newporth Beach below a lovely clifftop picnic meadow. When the tide is low, it's possible to stroll right out onto the neighbouring Sunny Corner Beach, a clothing-optional stretch of sand. And there’s no need to leave the coast behind once you’re done with outings for the day, because this field is close enough to the shore to have gorgeous sea views from the pitches. They look out to the east, so it’s worth being up for sunrise, but they’re still splendid of an evening. Off-grid, the site has flushing toilets and hot showers. It’s all very laidback in vibe, so kids and dogs are welcome and there aren’t any real restrictions on arrival and departure times.

Site type

Tent pitches 50
Rent a tent 1
Open now
Opens 22 May
Please note
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • At least one of the party members must be aged 21 or over.
  • 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).
  • The site caters for families (immediate members) and couples only - bookings from all other forms of groups are not accepted.
  • No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • Group bookings of 3 or more units (e.g. tent, touring caravan, motorhome or accommodation hire) travelling together are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • Group bookings of 6 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
  • There is no reception on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Fri 22 May to

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Reviews

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Overall rating from 63 Pitchup.com customers

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Child friendliness
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Cleanliness
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Spectacular sceneryPeaceful

95% would recommend this site to a friend

94% would stay here again

What customers say

This campsite boasts spectacular sea views and direct access to the South West Coast Path, with beaches a short walk away. Reviewers highlight the friendly and helpful owner, clean facilities, and spacious pitches. Some guests found the shower cubicles and toilets cramped and the site exposed to wind. Access can be challenging for low vehicles due to the bumpy track. Despite basic amenities, many intend to return.

Summary AI-generated from Pitchup.com customer reviews. Last updated 16/06/2026

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A gem!

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Anonymous

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked Good communication before arrival, easy to find, nice welcome, beautiful location, spacious pitch. Right on the SWCP, 10 mins walk to Maenporth beach and <1h walk to Falmouth via Swanpool and Gyllyngvase beaches.
On the weekend we were there the weather was amazing - made everything better. However it is exposed even to light winds. I imagine it could be challenging if more wind and poor weather.

Disliked Toilet and shower containers were fine but a little cramped and basic, weak shower. But perfectly adequate all the same.
No WiFi or phone signal which is good but also a pickle for planning a day out.

Recommend to friends Visit again

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Anonymous

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked Awesome views and a nice quiet field to stay in.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great location…

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Daniel N. 1 review

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked Great location

Recommend to friends Visit again

Amazing sea view, large pitches. Loos and…

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Jo W. 1 review

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked Amazing sea view, large pitches.

Loos and showers were clean.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Location Location. What a view to…

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Dave G. 2 reviews

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked Location Location. What a view to wake up to in the morning. Overlooking the sea.
Direct access via a gate on to the SW footpath.
Everywhere was clean

Disliked Toilets are a little cramped if like me you are over 6ft.

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Stunning view. Amazing location !!…

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Poppy T. 6 reviews

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked Stunning view. Amazing location !!

Recommend to friends Visit again

The location is amazing. We love…

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Laura H. 1 review

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked The location is amazing. We love that there are 2 beaches in easy walking distance without having to worry about road traffic.

Recommend to friends Visit again

The field was lovely, soft grass,…

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Belinda k. 1 review

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked The field was lovely, soft grass, friendly people, very clean showers and loos. Near the beach, easy walk for swim,

Disliked Be careful on the track up,

Recommend to friends Visit again

100% reccomend and will be returning.

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 Alex M. 1 review

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked Amazing campsite. View was incredible, not too busy even during half term. Facilities were always extremely clean. The owner was friendly and helpful.

Private enterance to the coast path and gorgeous beach 10 min walk away

Disliked Nothing!!!

Recommend to friends Visit again

Will definitely go again when down this area

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Anonymous

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked The views, peace and quiet.

Disliked Not really dislikes, the toilets are absolutely fine but small cubicles for me at 6'2" make things a little cramped.
The access road is very bumpy in my Polestar 2, you have to go very slow. Would be lovely if a little smoother.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Features

Pop-up campsite

Dogs allowed

Leisure on site

Bar or club house Beach access 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/unit 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 Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Budget/backpacker Leave the car at home Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby

Type

Farm Medium (26-50 pitches) Pop-up campsite

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 Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Surf school nearby Watersports nearby

Touring and motorhomes

Seasonal pitches

Location

Bay View Camping

Penrose Farm

Maenporth

Falmouth

Cornwall

England

TR11 5HL

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)

GPS

50.13052°N
5.08579°W

Nearest transport

Coach
1.8 mi The Moor B
2.6 mi Bridge
4.8 mi Post Office and Stores
Rail
1.4 mi Penmere Rail Station
1.5 mi Falmouth Town Rail Station
1.9 mi Falmouth Docks Rail Station
Ferry
1.8 mi Falmouth Custom House Quay
1.8 mi Falmouth Ntl Maritime Museum Ferry Landing
1.9 mi Falmouth Prince of Wales Pier Ferry Landing
Airport
19.2 mi Penzance Airport
22.2 mi Newquay St Mawgan Airport
25.9 mi Land's End St Just Airport

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

The coast is the big draw around here, of course – and no doubt you’ll start with outings to Maenporth and Swanpool beach, which are both within 20 minutes’ walk. You could continue from either of these for a splendid day’s walking along the South West Coast Path – perhaps as far as Durgan (an hour and a half’s walk), where you can turn inland to explore Glendurgan Garden or Trebah Garden. Alternatively you can drive to either within 15 minutes. Spotted any seals as you walk? It’s perhaps unlikely, so you may need to pay a visit to the Cornish Seal Sanctuary (25 minutes’ drive). To meet equally cute four-legged rescue animals, aim for the Flicka Foundation donkey sanctuary (10 minutes). Some time in Falmouth (five minutes’ drive/40 minutes’ walk) is also a fine idea, to peruse Pendennis Castle, visit the art galleries and take a boat to St Mawes, a lovely little fishing village across the estuary with a beach, castle and a network of winding streets to wander through.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Maenporth 0.5 mi Sea N/AGoodGoodGood
Swanpool 0.8 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Gyllyngvase 1.3 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Porthallow 4.3 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Porthoustock 5.3 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

National Maritime Museum Cornwall 1.8 mi

Pendennis Castle 2 mi

Trebah Garden 2.3 mi

National Seal Sanctuary 5.9 mi

Truro Cathedral 9.4 mi

National Trust

Glendurgan Garden 2.3 mi

St Anthony Head 4.2 mi

Trelissick Garden 6.4 mi

Penrose Estate: Gunwalloe and Loe Pool 9.9 mi

Cornish Mines and Engines 10.3 mi

Cycle routes

Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.

Other

PENJERRICK 0.9 mi

FALMOUTH GENERAL CEMETERY 1 mi

GLENDURGAN 2.1 mi

TREBAH 2.4 mi

Helford - St. Anthony-in-Meneage - Gillan Creek - Manaccan 3.4 mi

Local events

  • Boardmasters (Wednesday, 5 August 2026 – Wednesday, 5 August 2026)

    Newquay, Cornwall 21.2 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 Bay View Camping have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Bay View Camping dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Bay View Camping? The coast is the big draw around here, of course – and no doubt you’ll start with outings to Maenporth and Swanpool beach, which are both within 20 minutes’ walk. You could … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Bay View Camping?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  2 p.m. –  8 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
    Read more
  • How much does it cost to stay at Bay View Camping? From £30 (for 1 night, 6 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.