West Tober
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- Wild-style camping at a scenic 13-acre site on Bodmin Moor
- A five-minute drive from Jamaica Inn, 15 minutes from Launceston
- Simple facilities on site, plus stargazing and wild deer spotting
Well, this is a special spot – on private land within private land, and open to overnight guests for the first time. West Tober is a slice of wild land within the untamed scenery of Bodmin Moor, part of the spectacular Cornwall National Landscape, and a wonderful place to settle for a bit of wild-style camping.
There are toilets and showers available, but otherwise this site has been left pretty much in its natural state. Guests are free to wander around the 13 acres (centred around a traditional Cornish longhouse dating back several centuries) to find a pitch they like the look of. Pretty much any spot is good though – the wild surroundings are peaceful and spectacularly scenic, especially at sunset.
Garrow Tor and Brown Willy form the backdrop for much of the site, and also make a rather lovely view for a barbecue in the evening. As this is a remote area you're likely to see some splendid starry skies too; that true darkness does mean that it's a very good idea to bring a torch to find your way after dark. And you may like to pack binoculars too – wild red deer are often spotted roaming in surrounding fields.
Peaceful and secluded this place may be, but it's also easy to access from the A30, about 15 minutes' drive from Launceston. And it's also a handy location for all sorts of Bodmin outings – perhaps to historic spots like King Arthur's Hall and Trippet Stone Circle, natural features like Golitha Falls and Rough Tor or swimming spots like Dozmary Pool. And of course you'll have to stop in for a drink or meal at Jamaica Inn, made famous by Daphne Du Maurier’s novel and only a mile from the site.
Site type
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45Opens 10 July
Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.- Your dog must be tattooed or microchipped.
- 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).
- No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.
- At least one of the party members must be aged 21 or over.
- Guests must bring their own duvets, pillows, sheets and towels when staying in rental accommodation. You will not be allowed to stay if you do not bring these items.
- Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the site are unlit.
- No naked flames are allowed inside the hired accommodation units.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Thu, 10 Jul to
Pitch types & availability
Other pitch types
Non-electric grass and earth motorhome pitch
7 people maximum Ground type: Grass and earth
Pitch size: Unlimited
Arrival daysFrom £57 2 nights, 2 adults
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Non-electric grass and earth tent or trailer tent pitch
7 people maximum Ground type: Grass and earth
Pitch size: Unlimited
Arrival daysFrom £57 2 nights, 2 adults
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Features
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
Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Wild camping Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearbyType
Medium (26-50 pitches) Pop-up campsiteNearby leisure
Horse riding nearby Restaurant nearbyLocation
West Tober
Bolventor
Launceston
Cornwall
England
PL15 7TY
Directions Timezone
Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)
GPS
50.55569°N
-4.58803°W
Nearest transport
Coach7.4 mi Institute
7.5 mi Methodist Church
7.8 mi Bus Shelter
Rail8.3 mi Bodmin Parkway Rail Station
8.9 mi Coombe Junction Halt (Rail Station)
9.2 mi Liskeard Rail Station
Ferry14.9 mi Rock Padstow Ferry Landing
15 mi Fowey Custom House Quay Ferry Landing
15 mi Bodinnick Ferry Landing
Airport19.9 mi Newquay St Mawgan 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
Attractions and activities nearby include:
- Jamaica Inn: five minutes' drive
- Golitha Falls: 15 minutes
- Trethorne Leisure Park (indoor and outdoor kids' activities): 15 minutes
- Launceston (for the castle, golf club and steam railway): 20 minutes
- Bodmin Jail Attraction: 20 minutes
- Cardinham Woods: 20 minutes
- National Trust - Lanhydrock: 20 minutes
- Carnglaze Caverns: 20 minutes
- Siblyback Lake (watersports and fishing): 25 minutes
- Brown Willy: half an hour
- Eden Project: half an hour
- Cornish Birds of Prey: half an hour
- Tintagel Castle: 35 minutes
- Camel Creek Family Adventure Park: 40 minutes.
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
| Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trebarwith Strand | 9.8 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Good | Good |
| Crackington Haven | 13 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Polzeath | 14.5 mi | Estuary | N/A | Excellent | Good | Excellent |
| Daymer Bay | 14.9 mi | Estuary | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Millendreath | 15 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Tintagel Castle 10.9 mi
Rock Beach 14.9 mi
Eden Project 15 mi
Cornwall's Crealy Great Adventure Park 15.7 mi
Lost Gardens of Heligan 21 mi
National Trust
Tintagel Old Post Office 10.3 mi
Lawrence House 11.4 mi
Cotehele 16.5 mi
Cotehele Mill 16.5 mi
Carnewas and Bedruthan Steps 20 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Golitha Falls 5.8 mi
Camelford Country 6.1 mi
Camelford and Countryside 6.1 mi
Camelford Town and River 6.1 mi
Minions - Caradon Hill - Cheesewring - Hurlers 6.5 mi
Local events
- Eden Sessions (Thursday 12 June 2025 – Thursday 12 June 2025)
Par, Cornwall 15.2 mi
- Boardmasters (Wednesday 6 August 2025 – Wednesday 6 August 2025)
Newquay, Cornwall 21.4 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 West Tober have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is West Tober dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near West Tober? Attractions and activities nearby include: - Jamaica Inn: five minutes' drive - Golitha Falls: 15 minutes - Trethorne Leisure Park (indoor and outdoor kids' activities): 15 minutes - Launceston (for the castle, … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of West Tober?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: 10 a.m. – Anytime Depart by: 2 p.m. On-site accommodation Arrive: 11 a.m. – Anytime Depart by: 10 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at West Tober? From £57 (for 2 nights, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.