Little Clifden Campsite
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- 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
Site type
20
20
20
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.
- Please note that the toilet facilities are unisex.
- Please note that the shower facilities are unisex.
- 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
Pitch types & availability
9.3/10
Reviews
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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Too basic for the price
Non-electric grass touring pitch
Liked Good location, walking distance to a lovely cove and coastal paths. Views were perfect looking out to sea. Owner was friendly, allowed us to park late on the next day whilst we went for a walk.
Disliked However, would not recommend. No flat arrears to pitch up, more like camping in a field rather than a basic site. Toilet and shower facilities are strange, unisexed with cubicles don’t go to the floor, made me feel uncomfortable sharing with the opposite sex hence not using the showers. Needs a bit more development in this area
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Great location and would visit again.
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked Nice big open field with grate views out to sea. Toilets and showers were clean and tidy. But would recommend wearing flip flops in the shower.
Would definitely stay again as there is plenty of things to go and see.
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Beautiful views, clean campsite. We would…
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked Beautiful views, clean campsite. We would definitely come back again!
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A Beautiful location and A…
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked A Beautiful location and A friendly host. Nice facilities and reasonably priced
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Absolutely, Derek — here’s your updated…
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked Absolutely, Derek — here’s your updated review with that peaceful morning detail woven in:
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Little Clifden Campsite – A Peaceful Gem with Stunning Views
We had a truly lovely stay at Little Clifden Campsite. The field itself was beautifully maintained — the grass was freshly mowed and clearly well looked after, giving the whole site a tidy and inviting feel. Although the pitch area is slightly sloping, it’s gentle enough not to cause any issues when setting up camp.
One of the highlights was waking up to the gentle sound of cows mooing in the distance — a charming reminder that you’re surrounded by nature. Sitting with our morning coffee and looking out at the sweeping views of the sea from the field was the perfect way to start the day.
Sally, the campsite owner, was incredibly friendly and helpful throughout our stay. She went out of her way to make us feel welcome, even apologising for not replying to a text message — which she really didn’t need to do, as she had a personal appointment that day. Her thoughtfulness was appreciated, and her relaxed, approachable manner made everything easy.
We were able to hire a fire pit along with wood and kindling from Sally at a very reasonable price, which added a lovely touch to our evenings. Sitting around the fire with that view — hard to beat.
Facilities-wise, the site offers three toilets and two coin-operated showers. Both were spotlessly clean — genuinely impressive for a rural campsite. The showers require 50p coins, but this wasn’t a problem at all and shouldn’t put anyone off. Everything worked smoothly, and the cleanliness made the experience feel much better than expected.
It was quiet during our visit, so we can’t speak to how busy the facilities might get at peak times, but for us, it was peaceful and relaxed — just what we were hoping for.
All in all, Little Clifden is a fantastic spot for anyone looking for a laid-back, scenic escape with excellent facilities and a warm welcome. We’d happily return.
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Excellent site, simplistic in design and easy to find everything.
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked Great sea view, clean facilities, zero light pollution to view the galaxy and shooting stars.
Disliked Nothing to “dislike”. Constructive feedback would be to have a sign to make it clear if the water is drinkable (we went for it anyway and were completely fine).
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Ok
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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Very basic, needs facility improvement.
Non-electric grass touring pitch
Liked The views of the sea and the location of the camping are astonishing. In 10 minute walk on the footpath you are at St. Nectan’s park. In 30 minute walk you are in Tintagel.
Disliked There is only one block of 3 toilets and 2 showers which can get crowded since the camping can host many people.
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Wild and wonderful. Connect to the nature
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked Stunning view. Peaceful, everyone who stayed was respectful and polite to each other. Basic facility, perfect for wild style campers. Wild and wonderful. Thank you 😊
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Great site great price Loads of…
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked Great site great price
Loads of walks dog friendly campsite
Disliked Not enough showers
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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 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 Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Budget/backpacker Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearby Shop nearbyType
Farm Medium (26-50 pitches)Nearby leisure
Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Restaurant nearbyLocation
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
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trebarwith Strand | 2 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Good | Good |
| Crackington Haven | 6.7 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Polzeath | 10.3 mi | Estuary | N/A | Excellent | Good | Excellent |
| Daymer Bay | 11.3 mi | Estuary | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Widemouth Sand | 11.6 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
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?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: 12 p.m. – Anytime Depart by: 10 a.m. - 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.