Higher Kestle Farm Campsite

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  • Peaceful site on a working farm a five-minute drive from Mevagissey
  • Eden Project 25 minutes’ drive; Newquay 45 minutes
  • Dogs welcome; permissive footpath to the Lost Gardens of Heligan
Planning an exploration of the southern coast of Cornwall? You can do just that from Higher Kestle Farm Campsite, a five-minute drive along a narrow country road from the fishing village of Mevagissey. Spacious grass pitches at this family-run site are blissfully peaceful and sheltered by tall hedgerows for privacy. You’ll be sharing these rural surroundings with the resident sheep and cows, so be sure to keep your canine companion on a lead while on site. (There is also a dog walk nearby.) The range of well-maintained amenities includes a toilet and shower block (with a separate dressing-up area); a sheltered washing-up corner and a launderette, as well as water points, rubbish bins and recycling facilities. There’s also a freezer for your ice packs, and plenty of wooden picnic tables scattered around the grounds. A selection of produce is available to purchase on site, or you can hit the shops in Mevagissey for your barbecue essentials. (Or for a meal out, for that matter – there are fish and chip shops and other restaurants around the harbour area, not to mention several good pubs.) As for that local exploration, well, you only have to follow your interests. Green-fingered folk might like to take the permissive wooded footpath that leads from the site to the Lost Gardens of Heligan (or you can drive there in five minutes), while watersports enthusiasts probably prefer to head to the coast and beaches like sheltered ​​Portmellon, sandy Pentewan and Porthluney, with kid-friendly shallow waters (all of them 10 minutes’ drive).

Site type

Touring caravan pitches 31
Motorhome pitches 31
Tent pitches 31
Open now
Opens 11 April
Please note
  • Single-sex bookings of 3 or more people (couples and immediate family members excepted) are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.
  • A cable measuring at least 10 metres is needed for the electric hook-ups.
  • Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the site are unlit.
  • Fires, barbecues and/or firepits will not be permitted in dry, windy and/or hot weather conditions.
  • The charging of electric vehicles is not permitted on site.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Fri, 11 Apr to

Pitch types & availability

Accommodation

Tent pitchesTouring caravan pitchesMotorhome pitchesLodges, cabins, pods or hutsCaravans for hireRent a tent
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2 adults
0 children

Reviews

9.5

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97% would recommend this site to a friend

97% would stay here again

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Arrival date (latest first)

Lovely site with lively views from the pitches in the 2nd field

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julie G. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Electric optional grass pitch

Liked The spacious pitches are great , the facilities are immaculate and I mean immaculate , the peace and quiet is bliss, we did hear the farm dogs on the first night about 11 but it only lasted about 30mins and wasn’t a prob, there is no reception but your name is at the gate with your pitch number so it was easy. Water taps are all around which is convenient
We did the walk to Meva - it’s only 1.5 miles but as I have arthritis it was hard but still a lovely walk, the hills are steep, took us 40 mins - ours neighbours got a taxi who accommodated their dog

Disliked What’s not to like , it would be hard to find a dislike

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Great place to stay

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Nicola B. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Non-electric grass pitch

Liked Great facilities, nicely laid out site.
It has everthing you need for a long or short stay.
Everything was clean and tidy.
Quiet location.

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Wonderful site

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Jude d. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Non-electric grass pitch

Liked Lovely site in a beautiful rural location, with lots of birds and wildflowers
Amazing showers / toilets / washing up area and laundry !!! (wow) Very friendly people, beautifully quiet and well
Laid out

Disliked Nothing

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Excellent facilities Friendly Quiet Close to town…

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Anonymous The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Non-electric grass pitch

Liked Excellent facilities
Friendly
Quiet
Close to town

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Excellent site. It has everything you need.

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Michelle W. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Electric optional grass pitch

Liked Nice small, quiet campsite.
You arrive to a board with your name next to a pitch number. Very easy to find your pitch.
Shower and toilet block clean and tidy. I do like a decent sized shower cubicle, which this is.
Couldn't fault this site at all.

Disliked Nothing

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Everything…

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Gina B. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Electric optional grass pitch

Liked Everything

Disliked Nithing

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Brilliant

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matt f. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Electric optional grass pitch

Liked Pitch size was great for a large tent and car
Toilets and showers were great. Clean and stocked with toilet paper daily.
Site well maintained.

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Very friendly, helpful staff.

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Frank J. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Electric optional grass pitch (XL)

Liked Very well looked after site, clean and tidy, with attention to detail. Very peaceful, with plenty of space. WiFi works too!
Good for dog walking.
Really impressive, small farm site.

Disliked Nothing.

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Great site with views at a sensible cost

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Rod H. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Non-electric grass pitch

Liked Excellent last minute find for us. Large flat grass pitches with hook-up and water taps not far away. Very good showers, toilet and washing up facilities including draining boards. Concrete blocks available for BBQ's. Elsen and recycling disposal. All for a reasonable pitching fee.

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Excellent site with very good facilities and well located.

Overall 8/10

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Janet K. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Non-electric grass pitch

Liked The facilities were clean, new looking with additional washing-up and laundry area.
Decent sized pitches.
Nice short grass.
Easy access to water taps.
Not a huge site.
Easy access for larger vehicles.
Fair price
Well placed for cycling, walking and all activities

Disliked Our pitch was sloping slightly.
There was a lot of yelping and whining coming from the farmhouse which lasted for an hour or so on the evening and morning of our stay but quiet thereafter.
Access should not be via Mevagissy for larger vehicles.

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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 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 Local produce 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

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)

Nearby leisure

Cycle hire nearby Golf nearby Indoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby Watersports nearby

Location

Higher Kestle Farm Campsite

St Ewe

Near Mevagissey

St Austell

Cornwall

England

PL26 6EP

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)

GPS

50.2716°N
4.81776°W

Route directions

Driving south from Kestle the first turning left is not suitable for large caravans.

Nearest transport

Coach
4.1 mi Dolphin Inn
4.1 mi Dolphin Inn
4.8 mi Bus Station
Rail
4.9 mi St Austell Rail Station
7.6 mi Par Rail Station
8.8 mi Luxulyan Rail Station
Ferry
1.6 mi Mevagissey Ferry Landing
9 mi Polruan Ferry Landing
9.1 mi Fowey Ferry Landing
Airport
14.7 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

Vibrantly hued camellias and rhododendrons, an avenue of palms and bamboo tunnels are just some of the highlights at the Lost Gardens of Heligan. There is also a vast area of woodland, and several hides from where you can watch kingfishers and other winged residents. In addition to its distinctive biomes (recreating Mediterranean and rainforest habitats), the Eden Project (25 minutes’ drive) features the rather splendid Outdoor Gardens, with colourful wildflower meadows and oversized sculptures. A lively calendar of events includes live music and art exhibitions. Head to the north coast of Cornwall for a visit to Newquay (45 minutes), where you can go on a sea safari to spot dolphins and seals, see turtles and octopi at the Blue Reef Aquarium Newquay, or catch a sunset on sandy Fistral Beach (where you can also have a go at surfing).

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Polstreath 1.5 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Portmellon 1.6 mi Sea N/AExcellentGoodGood
Pentewan 1.9 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Gorran Haven Little Perhaver 2.5 mi Sea N/AGoodGoodGood
Porthluney 2.7 mi Sea PoorN/AGoodGood

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Lost Gardens of Heligan 1.1 mi

Eden Project 7.2 mi

Truro Cathedral 10.3 mi

Lappa Valley Steam Railway 12.1 mi

Pendennis Castle 13.3 mi

National Trust

Trelissick Garden 10.3 mi

St Anthony Head 11.5 mi

Trerice 12.6 mi

Carnewas and Bedruthan Steps 17.1 mi

Glendurgan Garden 17.7 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

HELIGAN 1 mi

Mevagissey and the Lost Gardens of Heligan 1.1 mi

Mevagissey: Woods and Country 1.2 mi

Mevagissey - Portmellon - Gorran Haven 1.3 mi

CAERHAYS CASTLE 2.4 mi

Local events

  • Eden Sessions (Thursday 12 June 2025 – Thursday 12 June 2025)

    Par, Cornwall 6.9 mi

  • Boardmasters (Wednesday 6 August 2025 – Wednesday 6 August 2025)

    Newquay, Cornwall 14.9 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

Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable sites.

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Higher Kestle Farm Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Higher Kestle Farm Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Higher Kestle Farm Campsite? Vibrantly hued camellias and rhododendrons, an avenue of palms and bamboo tunnels are just some of the highlights at the Lost Gardens of Heligan. There is also a vast area of woodland, … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Higher Kestle Farm Campsite?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  2 p.m. –  9:30 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
    On-site accommodation
    Arrive:  Anytime –  Anytime
    Depart by:  Anytime
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Higher Kestle Farm Campsite? From £18 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.