Little Clifden Campsite

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A view of the campsite.
A view of the campsite.
Never get bored of the views
Sea views
View of tintagel from campsite
Views
Bossiney cove, quiet beach with access by footpath a mile from campsite
Sunset at halgabron
Lots of local beaches nearby
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Never get bored of the views
Sea views
View of tintagel from campsite

  • Frill-free site with sea views on a Cornish dairy farm
  • A mile and a half from Tintagel; Boscastle 10 minutes' drive
  • Spacious pitches with basic amenities; dogs on leads allowed
Dawdling on a dairy farm on the north coast of Cornwall is all the nicer when there are fetching sea views to take in… If you're seeking a spell of country strolling, dips at the beach and open-air chilling, Little Clifden Campsite near Tintagel should be just the job. Guests are (depending on availability) able to pick their own pitches at this low-key Cornish spot. Wherever you end up settling down, you'll be a short stroll from handy facilities like two coin-operated showers, unisex toilets, a shower block, washing-up facilities, a cold water tap and rubbish disposal points. There aren't an awful lot of rules here, but those bringing four-legged friends need to keep them on leads at all times when on site and be mindful of the livestock grazing in neighbouring fields. Away from base, it's under half a mile to St Nectan's Glen, a gorgeous woodland on the banks of the Trevillet river with walks, a 60-foot waterfall and a café for drinks and light bites (a path to this scenic spot runs adjacent to the site). You can also give your legs a gentle stretch by taking the half-hour wander down into Tintagel village, where there are lots of food options, a small supermarket, laundry facilities and an assortment of independent shops.

Site type

Motorhome pitches 20
Tent pitches 20
Touring caravan pitches 20
Open now
Opens 22 May
Please note
  • Single-sex bookings of 4 or more people (couples and immediate family members excepted) are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • A charge of £1.00 applies for the use of the shower.
  • At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.
  • The shower meter accepts 50p coins only. Please bring the correct change as none is available on site.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Thu, 22 May to

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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

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Overall rating from 374 Pitchup.com customers

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Child friendliness
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Cleanliness
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PeacefulSpectacular scenery

93% would recommend this site to a friend

91% would stay here again

What customers say

This campsite offers beautiful sea views and ample space, with many visitors praising the friendly and helpful owner, Sally. Facilities are generally clean, though some mention they are basic and that there can be queues for the limited toilets and showers, particularly during busy periods. The location is ideal for exploring local attractions like Tintagel Castle and St Nectan's Glen, with many walks accessible directly from the site. Campfires are permitted, and fire pits can be hired.

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Christoph S.

Non-electric grass touring pitch

Liked Nice view, lots of space

Disliked Showers operate with 2 x 50 pence only. Would be nice to know that in advance e.g. via booking confirmation email to avoid another trip to hunt down some change

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Great site great price Loads of…

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gemma t.

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked Great site great price
Loads of walks dog friendly campsite

Disliked Not enough showers

Recommend to friends Visit again

Lovely well run campsite with friendly owners.

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Keith C.

Non-electric grass touring pitch

Liked Setting

Disliked Nothing

Recommend to friends Visit again

Lovely site, clean toilets and showers

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Michelle C.

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked We liked that we could choose where would like to go, loved the sea views

Recommend to friends Visit again

Lovely campsite with a beautiful view.…

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Anonymous

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked Lovely campsite with a beautiful view. Facilities were clean and well maintained. Logs can be delivered which is great.

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Lovely and quiet site, friendly staff, beautiful views

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Alice B.

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked Lovely quiet site with stunning views for a great price. Easy to walk to Tintagel and the coastal path. Very dog friendly and laid back campsite. Friendly staff and very easy check in.

Disliked Showers and toilets being in the same block but this wasn’t a massive problem just a small improvement for the future.

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Beautiful views. Close location to Tintagel…

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Charlotte B.

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked Beautiful views. Close location to Tintagel castle. Helpful and friendly staff. Lots of space

Disliked Field on a definite slope. Facilities could be improved - 3 toilets and 2 showers - didn't feel very private as all in same open block and could hear other people doing their business. Showers also £1 for 4 mins

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Żaneta J.

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked Bardzo

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Liked being able to choose where to park

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Dawn H.

Non-electric grass touring pitch

Liked Beautiful views
Facilities clean and tidy
Friendly owners

Disliked Communal toilets and showers

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Catia F.

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked We stayed for a week, first time camping and with three children (9,5,2yo). Perfect view, wherever you choose to pitch you are always a good distance from the toilets. Even with the cars it was really safe to let the kids roam free and even at the most busy days it was calm and relaxed enough. The toilets are well kept with toilet paper and hand soap provided (and music for company while you shower). Outside the toilets there’s three wash up sink with hot water that totally makes a difference. And there’s a tap with drinking water so you can fill up your bottles.

Disliked The showers only accept 50p coins that it’s suddenly very hard to find

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Features

Dogs allowed

Campfires 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

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 Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise 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 Shop nearby

Type

Farm Medium (26-50 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby

Location

Little Clifden Campsite

Halgabron

Tintagel

Cornwall

England

PL34 0BD

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)

GPS

50.6651°N
4.72823°W

Route directions

If approaching the site from Boscastle on the B3263, do not attempt to go left onto the U6138 after Rocky Valley. Instead, continue towards Tintagel and take the second left onto the C0138 before turning left at the next crossroads onto the U6138, where signs will be in place. Please ignore your satnav for this final part of the journey.

Nearest transport

Coach
11.3 mi Lidl Superstore
11.3 mi Lidl Superstore
13.3 mi Car Park
Rail
15.4 mi Bodmin Parkway Rail Station
17.6 mi Roche Rail Station
18 mi Lostwithiel Rail Station
Ferry
12 mi Rock Padstow Ferry Landing
12.5 mi Padstow Ferry Landing
22.8 mi Fowey Custom House Quay Ferry Landing
Airport
19.4 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

Walks? Yes indeed. This site is roughly a mile from the South West Coast Path, a 630-mile route that becomes particularly pretty in this part of Cornwall. After a few days on the trot you might want to stop off at a spa to soothe aching muscles – there's one in Bude (30 minutes' drive) if you're heading east and Trebetherick (30 minutes) if you're wending your way westwards to Land's End. If you'd rather save your poor feet, perhaps a one-mile stroll around the National Trust's Rocky Valley (five minutes' drive) will be a better fit. Tiddlers not amused by the prospect of such active jaunts? Tintagel Toy Museum and the village's historic castle (30 minutes' walk/five minutes' drive) should provide sufficient amusement if you're sticking close to base. Need more? The brill town of Boscastle (10 minutes) has opportunities for crabbing off the harbour wall, plus a museum all about witchcraft that's recommended for kids who aren't too easily spooked. Days likely to please tots and grownups alike are to be found in Trethorne (25 minutes), where there's a hands-on indoor play centre, bowling and a well-kept 18-hole golf course. The Eden Project (50 minutes), an uncontested must-see when visiting these parts, is also within reach.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Trebarwith Strand 2 mi Sea N/AExcellentGoodGood
Crackington Haven 6.7 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Polzeath 10.3 mi Estuary N/AExcellentGoodExcellent
Daymer Bay 11.3 mi Estuary N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Widemouth Sand 11.6 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Tintagel Castle 1.5 mi

Rock Beach 11.8 mi

Cornwall's Crealy Great Adventure Park 15 mi

Eden Project 20.4 mi

Newquay Zoo 23.1 mi

National Trust

Tintagel Old Post Office 1.1 mi

Lawrence House 16.1 mi

Carnewas and Bedruthan Steps 18.3 mi

Trerice 23.7 mi

Cotehele 25 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

Tintagel Castle and Coast 0.4 mi

Rocky Valley 0.4 mi

St Nectern's Glen 0.4 mi

Tintagel and Trebarwith - Coast and Country 1.5 mi

Tintagel - Trebarwith - Barras Nose - Tintagel 1.5 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 Little Clifden Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Little Clifden Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Little Clifden Campsite? Walks? Yes indeed. This site is roughly a mile from the South West Coast Path, a 630-mile route that becomes particularly pretty in this part of Cornwall. After a few days on … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Little Clifden Campsite?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  12 p.m. –  Anytime
    Depart by:  10 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Little Clifden Campsite? From £20 (for 1 night, 6 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.