When can I check in and check out of Higher Penderleath Resort?

Camping and touring Arrive: 12 p.m. – 8 p.m. Depart by: 10:30 a.m. Read more

How much does it cost to stay at Higher Penderleath Resort?

From £32 (for 2 nights, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.

Higher Penderleath Resort

View prices & book Last booked 2 days ago 8.4 18 reviews

Back-to-basics camping five minutes’ drive from St Ives in Cornwall
Marazion and St Michael’s Mount 20 minutes’ drive; 35 to Land’s End
Dark skies site with spectacular rural views; pub 10 minutes’ walk

When you’re looking for a base close to big-hitting attractions in the Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (and there are plenty, after all), consider settling yourselves down at Higher Penderleath Resort. In 10 acres of landscaped parkland with spectacular views over hills and valleys, the park is close to St Ives (five minutes’ drive), Land’s End (35 minutes) and Marazion (20 minutes). What could be handier for Cornish jaunts? So you’re all set for a nearly-wild camping adventure – ‘nearly wild’ because there are hot showers and toilets on site, but otherwise it’s down to you and your tent. Find your favourite spot on the level and tree-sheltered camping field, and get on with pitching up. Parking is allowed right next to your tent, so you won’t be needing to lug heavy gear across the field. Please bear in mind that there is no electricity on site, but there are phone-charging facilities available nearby. Barbecues are allowed on the pitches – but if you’re not into outdoor cooking, the local pub is roughly 10 minutes’ walk away. And – thanks to the zero light pollution in these parts – it's likely you’ll be amazed by the after-dark display of stars on clear nights.

Site type

Open now

Please note

Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
Units longer than 5.5 metres are not allowed.
There is no reception on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Tue, 1 Apr to Tue, 30 Sept 2025

Pitch types & availability

Non-electric grass tent pitch (backpacker, no cars, sloping, solo)

1 person maximum No dogs allowed

Ground type: Grass

Pitch size: Max 4.0m width x 4.0m depth (13.1ft width x 13.1ft depth) Calculated area: 16.0m² (172.2ft²)

1 person maximum

No dogs allowed

One Tent allowed per pitch

Additional units require additional pitches - quick book via 'Make another booking like this' after making your booking.

Pitch size

Max 4.0m width x 4.0m depth (13.1ft width x 13.1ft depth) Calculated area: 16.0m² (172.2ft²)

Ground type

Grass

0 rooms

Suitable for

Tent, (Trailer tent not allowed)

Features

Other restrictions

Gazebos not allowed
Cars not allowed
No dogs allowed
Pup tents not allowed
Awnings not allowed

Arrival days

From £32 (£32) 2 nights, 1 adult

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Non-electric grass campervan pitch (pet friendly, sloping)

6 people maximum

Ground type: Grass

Pitch size: Min 10.0m width x 10.0m depth (32.8ft width x 32.8ft depth) Calculated area: 100.0m² (1076.4ft²)

6 people maximum

One Campervan allowed per pitch

Additional units require additional pitches - quick book via 'Make another booking like this' after making your booking.

Pitch size

Min 10.0m width x 10.0m depth (32.8ft width x 32.8ft depth) Calculated area: 100.0m² (1076.4ft²)

Ground type

Grass

Twin-axle vehicles not accepted

Suitable for

Campervan, (Motorhome not allowed)

Features

Bring an awning 1 included, 1 max.

Car 0 included, 1 max.

Car parking by pitch/unit

Extras

Bring a gazebo (2 max)		£5 (£5) per night
Bring a pup tent (2 max)		£4 (£4) per night
Car (1 max)		£5 (£5) per night
Dog (2 max)		£3.50 (£3.50) per night

You will be able to choose extras on the booking page.

Arrival days

From £40 (£40) 2 nights, 2 adults

View prices & book

Non-electric grass tent pitch (pet friendly, sloping)

6 people maximum

Ground type: Grass

Pitch size: Max 10.0m width x 10.0m depth (32.8ft width x 32.8ft depth) Calculated area: 100.0m² (1076.4ft²)

6 people maximum

One Tent allowed per pitch

Additional units require additional pitches - quick book via 'Make another booking like this' after making your booking.

Pitch size

Max 10.0m width x 10.0m depth (32.8ft width x 32.8ft depth) Calculated area: 100.0m² (1076.4ft²)

Ground type

Grass

Suitable for

Tent, (Trailer tent not allowed)

Features

Bring an awning 1 included, 1 max.

Car 1 included, 2 max.

Car parking by pitch/unit

Extras

Bring a gazebo (2 max)		£5 (£5) per night
Bring a pup tent (2 max)		£4 (£4) per night
Dog (2 max)		£3.50 (£3.50) per night
Extra car (1 max)		£5 (£5) per night

You will be able to choose extras on the booking page.

Arrival days

From £40 (£40) 2 nights, 2 adults

View prices & book

Reviews

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Only showing reviews for the last 30 months.

Beautiful sunset one of the evenings we were there

Excellent site if you want to get away from the hustle and bustle.

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	8
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	2

Rebecca H. Apr 2025

Non-electric grass tent pitch (pet friendly, sloping)

Liked: That the place was quiet, had all the amenities that you need to enjoy your stay, clean and good quality services such as hot showers and toilets
Plenty of space for our two children to run and play without being in other campers way
Staff were super friendly, when we arrived we got put on a pitch that wasn't suitable for our needs, but once we spoke to a member of staff it was quickly sorted and we moved instantly to a better pitch
Park was great for our 2 children to enjoy themselves while the sun was out

But overall such a good site to unwind, relax and enjoy the peace and quiet

Great views

Disliked: Not a big fan of being on a hill, but we made it work, if we go again we will try and ask to be put on a flatter pitch, but it didn't make our stay any less enjoyable

My partner did mention that if the place was busy there wasn't enough services for men (showers and toilets) and couldn't find another toilet block for me, so it meant one shower, a urinal and shower for the whole camp site.

We understand they had only just opened so the shop and bigger toilet block was not open so we couldn't use them.

Recommend to friends Visit again

View and location Staff Aminities…

Overall	8/10
Location	8
Value for money	6
Accommodation	8
Facilities / Activities	6
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	4
Cleanliness	6
Wifi	2

Jessica D. Sept 2024

Non-electric grass tent pitch (pet friendly, sloping)

Liked: View and location
Staff
Aminities

Recommend to friends Visit again

Loved the confort of the place, there was everything you can possibly…

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	10

Sabina T. Sept 2024

Non-electric grass tent pitch (pet friendly, sloping)

Liked: Loved the confort of the place, there was everything you can possibly ask for, showers, laundry room (there was laundry detergent as well omg), a small canteen where to wash your dishes and store frozen food.
The view it’s amazing. Can’t wait till next summer, will definitely go back there and stay longer as this time was 3 nights only.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Excellent service

Overall	8/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	2

Sophie H. Aug 2024

Non-electric grass tent pitch (pet friendly, sloping)

Liked: Showers/toilets, scenery, park, friendly staff, flat surfaces

Disliked: Coffee machine, burger wan never open

Recommend to friends Visit again

Good location and friendly staff.…

Overall	6/10
Location	8
Value for money	6
Accommodation	6
Facilities / Activities	4
Customer service	8
Child friendliness	8
Cleanliness	4
Wifi	No rating

Anonymous Aug 2024

Non-electric grass tent pitch (pet friendly, sloping)

Liked: Good location and friendly staff.

Disliked: Faulty laundry machines.
Decommissioned toilet facilities near the tent pitch meaning we were a bit too far from the main toilet facilities.
The man's washing/toilet facilities could do with more regular cleaning.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great place with good facilities not to far from anywhere

Overall	8/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	8
Facilities / Activities	8
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	2

Pamela B. Jul 2024

Non-electric grass tent pitch (pet friendly, sloping)

Liked: Loved the peaceful atmosphere

Recommend to friends Visit again

Campsite was very clean Friendly owners…

Overall	8/10
Location	8
Value for money	6
Accommodation	8
Facilities / Activities	6
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	2

Anonymous Jul 2024

Non-electric grass tent pitch (pet friendly, sloping)

Liked: Campsite was very clean
Friendly owners

Recommend to friends Visit again

The facilities were great quality, and the views were lovely.…

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	6
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	6

Freya G. May 2024

Non-electric grass tent pitch (pet friendly, sloping)

Liked: The facilities were great quality, and the views were lovely.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Well kept and quiet site, clean amenities set in a lovely area. Site…

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	No rating
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	No rating

Mark C. Apr 2024

Non-electric grass tent pitch (pet friendly, sloping)

Liked: Well kept and quiet site, clean amenities set in a lovely area.
Site owner was very helpful and very friendly. We Would love to stay at this gem of a site again.
Very highly recommend.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Good site with good facilities

Overall	8/10
Location	8
Value for money	8
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	6
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	8
Cleanliness	8
Wifi	2

Anonymous Aug 2023

Non-electric grass tent pitch (pet friendly, sloping)

Liked: Nice site with good views/sunsets. Decent facilities including a bus service right out front.

Disliked: Unfortunately the onsite shop was shut.

Recommend to friends Visit 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 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 Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

D. of E. 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 Peaceful Remote location Wild camping Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearby

Type

Medium (26-50 pitches)

Touring and motorhomes

Seasonal pitches

Location

Higher Penderleath Resort

Towednack

St Ives

Cornwall

England

TR26 3AF

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)

GPS

50.18391°N
-5.50904°W

Nearest transport

Coach

2.1 mi Richmond Way

2.2 mi Longstone Cross

2.3 mi Bus Station

Rail

2.2 mi St Ives (Cornwall) Rail Station

2.2 mi Carbis Bay Rail Station

3 mi St Erth Rail Station

Ferry

4.7 mi Penzance Ferry Terminal

17.7 mi Helford Village Ferry Landing

17.9 mi Helford Passage Ferry Landing

Airport

3.8 mi Penzance Airport

9 mi Land's End St Just Airport

28.8 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

Most lovers of contemporary art will probably want to spend a day at Tate St Ives (five minutes’ drive). For an alfresco arty experience, check out the eccentric installations on sculpture trails at Tanglewood Wild Garden (20 minutes) or Tremenheere Sculpture Gardens (15 minutes), with its dramatic views over the sea to medieval St Michael’s Mount. To see St Michael’s Mount close up, head for pretty Marazion (20 minutes) and walk across the sands at low tide to climb up cobbled streets to the hilltop castle and wander around the sub-tropical gardens. When you’re done exploring, don’t miss the chance to potter around the boutiques and arty shops of Marazion itself. Keen hikers can access the South West Coast Path at sheltered Carbis Bay beach (10 minutes), while those of you who prefer less energetic activities can linger on the sands and splash around in the sea. Other local beaches include popular Porthgwidden (15 minutes), backed by a fishing harbour and lots of cafés, or – for a change of vibe – the near-deserted sandy expanse at Hayle (20 minutes).

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name	Distance	Type	2020	2019	2018	2017
Carbis Bay	2.2 mi	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Porthminster	2.2 mi	Sea	N/A	Good	Good	Good
Porthmeor	2.4 mi	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Porthgwidden	2.7 mi	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Porthkidney Sands	3.2 mi	Estuary	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Tate St Ives 2.4 mi

St Michael's Mount 4.8 mi

Cornwall Industrial Discovery Centre 11.2 mi

Land's End 12.2 mi

National Seal Sanctuary 14.7 mi

National Trust

Trengwainton Garden 4.8 mi

St Michael's Mount 4.8 mi

Godrevy 6.2 mi

Godolphin 7.7 mi

Levant Mine and Beam Engine 8.1 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

BARBARA HEPWORTH SCULPTURE GARDEN 2.4 mi

St Ives - Bosigran - Penzance: Part 1 2.4 mi

HAYLE ESTUARY (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 15/08/1996) 3.3 mi

THE DOWNES (ST MICHAEL'S CONVENT) 3.7 mi

MARAZION MARSH (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 30/08/2000) 3.8 mi

Local events

Boardmasters (Wednesday 6 August 2025 – Wednesday 6 August 2025)
Newquay, Cornwall 27.1 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.

Policies

Booking terms and conditions

Admission

Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.

Arrivals and departures

Late arrivals must notify the park as soon as possible. Your booking will be held for 24 hours. After this period the management reserves the right to relet your unit.
No refunds/discounts for inclement weather, late arrivals or early departures.
Units will be allocated on arrival.

Changes to your holiday

Bookings cannot be amended within 28 day(s) of arrival.

Dogs

Dogs must be kept on leads and supervised at all times.
Guide dogs are allowed on site free of charge.

General

In the event of a complaint, please speak to reception immediately. Complaints which are not brought to the management's attention during your stay cannot be dealt with once you have left the site.
Public areas are non-smoking.
Quiet hours must be respected between 11 p.m. and 8 a.m..
Radio, music and TV players must be kept at a low volume. Car doors and boots must be closed quietly.
The management reserves the right to deny access or terminate the stay of those guests whose behaviour is deemed unsuitable. No refunds will be offered.
The site is not liable for any refund in the event of force majeure.

Pitches

You must follow the management directives when pitching your tent/unit and related equipment.

Reception

There is no reception on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.

Safety

Barbecues are permitted but must be raised off the ground and attended by an adult at all times.
Open fires are prohibited.

Vehicles

The car is only included in the rate if you are travelling with a touring caravan or a tent. If you wish to bring a car along with your motorhome/campervan please select the extra.
Units longer than 5.5 metres are not allowed.

Visitors

Visitors must leave the premises by 12 a.m..

Payment terms

Offers

Conditions apply - see pitch type section for details

Nearest sites

Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable sites.

Frequently asked questions

Does Higher Penderleath Resort have a swimming pool? No View all features
Is Higher Penderleath Resort dog friendly? Yes View all features
What attractions are near Higher Penderleath Resort? Most lovers of contemporary art will probably want to spend a day at Tate St Ives (five minutes’ drive). For an alfresco arty experience, check out the eccentric installations on sculpture trails … Read more
When can I check in and check out of Higher Penderleath Resort?

Camping and touring

Arrive: 12 p.m. – 8 p.m.

Depart by: 10:30 a.m.

Read more
How much does it cost to stay at Higher Penderleath Resort? From £32 (for 2 nights, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.

Camping and touring
Arrive:	12 p.m. –	8 p.m.
Depart by:	10:30 a.m.

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Pitch types & availability

Excellent site if you want to get away from the hustle and bustle.

View and location Staff Aminities…

Loved the confort of the place, there was everything you can possibly…

Excellent service

Good location and friendly staff.…

Great place with good facilities not to far from anywhere

Campsite was very clean Friendly owners…

The facilities were great quality, and the views were lovely.…

Well kept and quiet site, clean amenities set in a lovely area. Site…

Good site with good facilities

Leisure on site

Amenities on site

Groups welcome

Rules

Themes

Utilities

Nearby amenities

Type

Touring and motorhomes

Timezone

GPS

Nearest transport

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Must see

National Trust

Cycle routes

Other

Local events

Nearest sites

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