Gweek Campsite
From £25 For 1 night, 1 adult
- Modest family-friendly site just outside the Lizard Heritage Coast
- Walking distance from Gweek’s boatyard and the Cornish Seal Sanctuary
- Café, pub and shop in the village, 5 minutes' walk away
Site type
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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. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
- No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- Bookings must not be for more than 28 consecutive nights.
- A cable measuring at least 15 metres is needed for the electric hook-ups.
Languages spoken
English
German
Open from Fri, 1 Mar to
Pitch types & availability
Non-electric grass tent pitch
6 people maximum Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Min 8.0m width x 10.0m depth (26.2ft width x 32.8ft depth) Calculated area: 80.0m² (861.1ft²)
Arrival daysFrom £25 1 night, 2 adults
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Electric hardstanding and grass tent, campervan or trailer tent pitch
6 people maximum Ground type: Hardstanding and grass
Pitch size: Min 8.0m width x 10.0m depth (26.2ft width x 32.8ft depth) Calculated area: 80.0m² (861.1ft²)
Arrival daysFrom £30 1 night, 2 adults
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Tiny House microlodge
6 people maximum Dimensions: 8.0m width x 3.0m length (26.2ft width x 9.8ft length) Calculated area: 24.0m² (258.3ft²)
Arrival daysFrom £100 1 night, 2 adults
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Reviews
Voted 88% of visitors View breakdown
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Only showing reviews for the last 30 months.
Simply a perfect campsite. Was the best camping trip we have been…
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Liked: Simply a perfect campsite. Was the best camping trip we have been on. The site is glorious and the whole ethos of the site is so refreshing and uplifting. It is truly remarkable. Will definitely be returning and will be the site we always come to when visiting Gweek!
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From the manager: Thanks a bunch! Hope to see you again and good luck with your plans as discussed
Clean and friendly. Downhill walk to centre of Gweek
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Electric hardstanding and grass tent, campervan or trailer tent pitch
Liked: Clean toilet abd shower block. Wildlife friendly with constant bird song
Disliked: For dog owners, beware the three cars that prowl to top of the site.
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From the manager: Thanks for review. I've been confused about the cars comment (I towed trailer load of soil to top field? Perhaps you meant the neighbour's cats).
Lovely campsite with the perfect accommodation and very decent showers. Highly recommended…
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Tiny House microlodge
Liked: Lovely campsite with the perfect accommodation and very decent showers. Highly recommended
Disliked: The rain but otherwise it was wonderful
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From the manager: Many thanks. Hope to see again sometime. Regards Adi
Loved the location, the pitches, the facilities, the hammocks and play area…
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Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked: Loved the location, the pitches, the facilities, the hammocks and play area - beautiful little campsite and we would definitely like to return!
Disliked: The weather 🤣 but that can’t be helped!
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From the manager: Thank you!
Size of the campsite and firewood available to buy on campsite…
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Electric hardstanding and grass tent, campervan or trailer tent pitch
Liked: Size of the campsite and firewood available to buy on campsite
Disliked: The only hot shower that was broken most of the stay, so was forced to use the "backup shower" which was made in an unfinished shed with no light a massive hole in a wall covered by old radiator, surrounded by rubbish and junk Also there was no dog park
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From the manager: Hi Martyna. Things do occasionally break unfortunately but I take your comments on board and will probably make a 2nd hot shower for next year in case one breaks again - (despite that one shower having been steady for 3 years! The "Wim Hof" dedicated cold shower will have to go). By the way, the temporary backup hot shower was in an area which is NOT part of the campsite! It was offered as a private favour until original shower was repaired. Anyway, the new part arrived yesterday from abroad (hence not a "same day" repair) and was fixed early this morning before you left. I've cleared up all the waste wood you left lying around your pitch now - so everything is back to normal. In August, the campsite is basically sold out - so it was an unfortunately busy time for the shower to break for you and all the others - who seemed to just about cope with the inconvenience. Hope you had a safe drive back. Adi
Very good peaceful, clean campsite, options for all types of camping.
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Tipi
Liked: So peaceful! Plenty of space, with a few things to help the children play and relax, really loved the planted areas of sunflowers etc in the camping field. The tipi we stayed in was excellent quality, very comfy bedding mats and plenty of space for a family of 6 plus a dog.
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From the manager: Good to hear. Thanks for the feedback. Hope to see you another time :)
Green camping with everything you need!
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Tiny House microlodge
Liked: What a fantastic spot, we had a lovely time on this site. The Tiny House is really comfy and well equipped. The loos are conveniently located and the showers are hot. This small site was perfect for our autistic 9yo who was able to make friends with other children (bigger sites with gangs of kids are too much for him). It's also invaluable to be able to bring your car right up to your site. Adi gave us a warm welcome but the owner's presence was very unobtrusive. A chilled out site. The van with free chargers/ fridges etc is wonderful for those in tents.
Disliked: Did not dislike anything at all, we had a lovely time. The walk to the village is very manageable although a foot path would be great. The raised slab step inside the entrance of Tiny House, around the wood burner, is a slight trip hazard and we put a towel down so as to remember to step around it.
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From the manager: Thanks very much! Hope to see you all again. FYI: Tiny house is discounted in the quieter months (Eg: March, April, Oct, November).
I had a wonderful experience at Gweek Campsite. The cozy cabins were…
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Tiny House microlodge
Liked: I had a wonderful experience at Gweek Campsite. The cozy cabins were exceptionally clean and well-maintained, creating a comfortable environment for a relaxing getaway. Inside the cabin, I was pleasantly surprised to find modern amenities such as a refrigerator, oven, gas stove, and an electric kettle. The kitchen was fully equipped with pots, pans, utensils, and all the necessary tools, making it incredibly convenient for cooking meals. One highlight of the trip was the option to have a barbecue – all I needed to bring was a disposable charcoal tray, which made the whole experience hassle-free. Being just a little over half an hour's drive from Penzance, it's conveniently located while still offering a serene escape from the city. I had the pleasure of spending two delightful evenings at the campsite, and it truly was a fantastic experience. If you're looking for a peaceful retreat with all the comforts of home, Gweek Campsite is definitely worth considering.
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Peaceful and beautiful setting
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Liked: Spacious pitches with large areas left un-mown between. Beautiful setting, well appointed bathrooms and toilets. Sweet little play area and the hammocks were a hit!
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From the manager: Glad it worked well for you and thanks very much for the feedback
Very nice welcome from Adi, all very clean, really liked the shower…
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Liked: Very nice welcome from Adi, all very clean, really liked the shower huts. Felt like you got back to nature. Everything we needed for our two night break. We would come back.
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From the manager: Excellent. Back to Nature is good :) Thanks a bunch
Features
Dogs allowed
Campfires 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
Watersports
Amenities on site
Bath available
Car parking by pitch/unit
Composting toilet
Disabled facilities
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
Utilities
Charging facilities
Chemical disposal
Communal freezer
Communal fridge
Electric car charging point(s)
Gas cylinders available
Recycling available
Renewable energy
Nearby amenities
Bar nearby
Dog walk nearby
Public transport nearby
Shop nearby
Type
Tiny (1-10 pitches)
Nearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby
Cycle hire nearby
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Indoor pool nearby
Leisure/theme park nearby
Restaurant nearby
Sailing nearby
Surf school nearby
Watersports nearby
Touring and motorhomes
Seasonal pitches
Location
Gweek Campsite
Gwedrow House
Off Chapel Hill
Gweek
Helston
Cornwall
England
TR12 7AQ
Directions Timezone
Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)
GPS
50.09831°N
-5.21488°W
Nearest transport
Coach
Rail
Ferry
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
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
| Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
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| Porthleven Sands | 4.6 mi | Sea | Good | Good | Good | Excellent |
| Church Cove | 4.7 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Poldhu Cove | 4.9 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Polurrian Cove | 5.5 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Maenporth | 5.7 mi | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
National Seal Sanctuary 0.4 mi
Flambards 2 mi
Trebah Garden 4.2 mi
National Maritime Museum Cornwall 7.7 mi
Pendennis Castle 8.1 mi
National Trust
Penrose Estate: Gunwalloe and Loe Pool 3.8 mi
Glendurgan Garden 4.1 mi
Godolphin 6.6 mi
Cornish Mines and Engines 9.2 mi
St Anthony Head 10.3 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
TRELOWARREN 2 mi
LISMORE 2.7 mi
Helford - St. Anthony-in-Meneage - Gillan Creek - Manaccan 3.6 mi
Loe Bar 4.1 mi
St Anthony 4.2 mi
Local events
- Boardmasters (Wednesday 7 August 2024 – Wednesday 7 August 2024)
Newquay, Cornwall 24.6 mi
- Eden Sessions (Wednesday 12 June 2024 – Wednesday 12 June 2024)
Par, Cornwall 27.6 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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- When can I check in and check out of Gweek Campsite?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: 2 p.m. – 9 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. On-site accommodation Arrive: 2 p.m. – 9 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Gweek Campsite? From £25 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.