The Rising Sun
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- Dog-friendly site at a gastro-pub on the edge of Bodmin Moor, Cornwall
- A 45-minute drive to Newquay; 15 minutes from Launceston
- Grass pitches with access to showers and a wet room
Site type
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10
10
At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.- Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Tue, 1 Apr to
Pitch types & availability
Electric optional grass pitch
4 people maximum 
Wifi at the unit/pitch Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: unlimited
Arrival daysFrom £15 1 night, 2 adults
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Non-electric grass pitch
4 people maximum Wifi at the unit/pitch Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Min 8.0m width x 8.0m depth (26.2ft width x 26.2ft depth) Calculated area: 64.0m² (688.9ft²)
Arrival daysFrom £15 1 night, 2 adults
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Reviews
Voted 72% of visitors View breakdown
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would stay here again
Only showing reviews for the last 30 months.
Great little site, quiet and nice pub adjacent
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Electric optional grass pitch
Liked: Small site, electrical hookup and excellent pub adjacent. Wifi on site at no extra cost. Discount on pub food, remember to ask as they do not tell you on booking in or on ordering your meal 😉
Disliked: Toilet and shower block over the road and you need a code which if you’ve forgotten to bring …
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Would definitely, come back with friends
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Liked: Bar and restaurant staff really accommodating, food was amazing pretty much a la carte style. Camping field was fine, loverly and silent area, just make sure you stock up on essentials first eg milk as no shops close (that we found, drive to petrol station) certainly not a bad point.
Disliked: Toilet paper not checked enough, could do with a better lock once inside wash room. Much prefer a type of door in shower instead of curtains, that’s if I was to convince wife to stay as that’s her pet hate lol.
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Having the pub onsite to have an evening pint in the sunshine.…
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Liked: Having the pub onsite to have an evening pint in the sunshine. Facilities were good - only a few pitches available so didn’t have an issue when wanted to use the shower/toilet
Disliked: Children were riding around in the camping field on bikes (they were locals using the pub) but they left by 7pm.
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Pub, food, service Situation.…
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Electric optional grass pitch
Liked: Pub, food, service
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Lovely meal at the pub and friendly staff and basic facilities
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Liked: Nice location with views. We stayed mainly to visit the pub for a meal as we toured from place to place
Disliked: Nothing
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Lovely spot. Easily accessible. Friendly staff
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Electric optional grass pitch
Liked: Lovely location. Quiet and out of the way. Decent facilities too.
Disliked: The weather!
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Nice field in very peaceful location. Nice pub opposite and good food.
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Electric optional grass pitch
Liked: Quiet site.
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Definitely will return with family when the nights are a bit warmer
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Liked: Peaceful location, excellent pub, friendly staff, chatty locals, clean facilities and plenty of hot water!
Disliked: Nothing to dislike!
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From the manager: Thank you Dave, it was great to meet you.
Hope the walk went well.
Look forward to seeing you again
Friendly staff
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Liked: Welcoming staff. Great food at the pub and happy for me to charge my phone there. Shower was fine and plenty of hot water. A good basic, no nonsense site.
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Great place
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Liked: Very casual, really quiet, good facilities
Disliked: Nothing
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Features
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 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 WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Rallies welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Gastronomic delight Peaceful Remote location Walkers' paradiseUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearbyType
Pub campsite Small (11-25 pitches)Nearby leisure
Climbing nearby Fishing nearby Horse riding nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearbyLocation
The Rising Sun
Altarnun
Launceston
Cornwall
England
PL15 7SN
Directions Timezone
Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)
GPS
50.61475°N
-4.523°W
Route directions
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 |
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| Crackington Haven | 10 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Trebarwith Strand | 10.7 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Good | Good |
| Widemouth Sand | 12.4 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Summerleaze | 15 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Good | Good |
| Crooklets | 15.3 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Good | Good |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Tintagel Castle 11.1 mi
Rock Beach 18.3 mi
Cornwall's Crealy Great Adventure Park 19.8 mi
Eden Project 20 mi
National Marine Aquarium 24.3 mi
National Trust
Lawrence House 7.2 mi
Tintagel Old Post Office 10.6 mi
Cotehele 15.5 mi
Cotehele Mill 15.5 mi
Lydford Gorge 18.3 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
PENHEALE MANOR 4.7 mi
Camelford Country 6.8 mi
Camelford and Countryside 6.8 mi
Camelford Town and River 6.9 mi
Minions - Wild Cornish Moorland 7.5 mi
Local events
- Eden Sessions (Thursday 12 June 2025 – Thursday 12 June 2025)
Par, Cornwall 20.1 mi
- Boardmasters (Wednesday 6 August 2025 – Wednesday 6 August 2025)
Newquay, Cornwall 25.8 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.
Offers
Conditions apply - see pitch type section for details
Nearest sites
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Frequently asked questions
- Does The Rising Sun have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is The Rising Sun dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near The Rising Sun? Exploring Bodmin Moor could not be easier. A two-hour circular hike takes in the rugged peak of Brown Willy from Rough Tor Car Park (20 minutes’ drive), or you can yomp up … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of The Rising Sun?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: 12 p.m. – 11 p.m. Depart by: 12 p.m. - How much does it cost to stay at The Rising Sun? From £15 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.