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
10
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
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Non-electric grass pitch
4 people maximum Wifi at the unit/pitch Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Min 8m width × 8m depth
Calculated area: 64m²
Arrival daysFrom £15
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Reviews
94% would recommend this site to a friend
92% would stay here again
What customers say
This is a peaceful, well-maintained campsite primarily valued for its attached pub offering excellent food. Pitches are generally spacious and level, with clean facilities including showers and toilets. Reviewers frequently highlight the friendly staff and locals. While some note basic facilities and occasional issues like broken locks or limited toilet roll, the overall experience is highly positive, with many guests planning to return. The option to have camping fees discounted against food bills is a popular bonus.
Summary AI-generated from Pitchup.com customer reviews
Amazing site, pros definitely blow the cons out the water
Electric optional grass pitch
Liked Beautiful location, so peaceful and felt safe and secure. Huge pitches, well spaced out. The restaurant is fab (if you eat in, they take that nights pitch fee off your bill) , easy location (not far from the main road), good for all - couples, families, solo campers. Very dog friendly.
Disliked Toilets/showers are tired, not tended too well (bit grubby and toilet roll running out), but they do the job and if you wear flip flops, it's fine. For the cost of the pitch, we were more than satisfied to compromise on this.
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Superb pub with overnight facilities.
Electric optional grass pitch
Liked Food, welcome, area
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Well definitely return. Thanks for a great stay.
Electric optional grass pitch
Liked Facilities clean and nicely kept. The pub serves fantastic beer and wonderful food. Utterly exquisite food. The staff are very kind and helpful. A real sense of nothing being too much trouble.
Disliked We disliked the drizzly weather, but that wasn’t their fault.
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From the manager: Thanks for your review Dan, we shall try and bring the sun out for you next time!
Excellent field, level, short grass. Best pub within staggering distance.…
Non-electric grass pitch
Liked Excellent field, level, short grass. Best pub within staggering distance.
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From the manager: Thank you for your review, glad that you found the staggering distance just right!
Secluded and quiet location with great onsite facilities.…
Electric optional grass pitch
Liked Secluded and quiet location with great onsite facilities.
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From the manager: Thank you for your review, we are glad you enjoyed your stay.
See you again.
Excellent site level pitches with a great pub attached
Electric optional grass pitch
Liked Spacious pitch with electric hook up
Pub next to site - excellent food and drink
Camping was free if having a meal in the pub
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From the manager: Thank you for your great review, we are glad you enjoyed the stay.
Hope to see you again.
Very good little site @ £15pppn... can't fault it
Non-electric grass pitch
Liked Well kept field... spacious pitches... not crammed in.
Toilets/good hot showers/ washing up area attached to the pub
Well kept ales... fantastic food... relatively small menu, but all food Cornish sourced & cooked fresh to order.
Very friendly landlord, staff & locals.
I'll be back when down that way on my travels without a doubt.
Disliked Nothing to fault
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From the manager: Thanks for the review.
Lovely to have you down & meet you.
Hope the ride back wasn't too wet!
See you again,
Ryan
Great value and food
Non-electric grass pitch
Liked Easy booking, site was quiet and clean. Amazing food at the pub and cost of camping taken off the bill.
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From the manager: Thank you for your review, it means a lot to us that you enjoyed all aspects of your stay.
Hope to see you both again.
Clean facilities and very friendly people.
Non-electric grass pitch
Liked Level grass pitches. Didn't choose electric hook up. Had delicious food in the pub and got our £15 pitch fee refunded - great idea and a lovely surprise!
Disliked The narrow road down to the site was a little hairy as motorhome is 7m+. Maybe mention this aspect in the blurb. More suitable for smaller motorhomes, campervans and cars.
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From the manager: Thank you for your review, I am glad you enjoyed your stay but I am sorry that you didn't find the lanes easy to navigate in your vehicle.
We haven't ever taken this in to account due to the huge tractors with trailers that don't have a problem with all the main routes to & from the pub, but will look at adding directions that only use the larger lanes.
All the best.
Flat site, lots of space, no frills, fabulous food in the pub,…
Non-electric grass pitch
Liked Flat site, lots of space, no frills, fabulous food in the pub, clean facilities. Good walks from the site, pub staff very friendly.
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From the manager: Thank you for your review, hope to see you here again.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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
- 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.
Nearest sites
Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable 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.