Blackthorn Campsite
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- Peaceful and dog-friendly family-run site in the village of Delabole
- Port Isaac and Trebarwith beach 10 minutes' drive; 20 mins to Polzeath
- Two local pubs, a shop and bus services within a short walk
Campground type
17
10
Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.- The campground/park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dog Act (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
- Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
- Electricity is metered on site at £0.3208 per kWh and must be paid onsite using a pre-paid topup card.
Languages spoken
English
British Sign Language (BSL)
Site types & availability
Unpowered grass campervan, tent or trailer tent site
6 people maximum 
9.8/10
8 reviews 
Wifi at the unit/site Ground type: Grass
Site size: Max 7m width × 9m depth (63m²)
Arrival daysFrom GBP 22 (GBP 22)
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Queen power optional gravel caravan site
6 people maximum 8.4/10
16 reviews Wifi at the unit/site Ground type: Gravel
Site size: Max 8m width × 8m depth (64m²)
Arrival daysFrom GBP 28 (GBP 28)
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Reviews
92% would recommend this campground to a friend
88% would stay here again
What customers say
This quiet, tidy campsite boasts clean facilities, hot showers and lovely spots. Guests loved the friendly owners, farm animals and peaceful countryside, close to places like Padstow. A few noted limited amenities and close pitches, but it's a real gem for a chill holiday.
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Queen power optional gravel caravan site
Liked A peaceful pleasant location with generous pitches.
A very friendly owner greeted us upon arrival & attended promptly when we had an issue with the EHU at night.
Donkeys goats & chickens are a nice touch, especially for families with small children.
Okay for an en-route stopover .
Disliked Just the one toilet / shower & one separate WC. Not the fault of the site but the person before me left the shower dirty with muddy footprints everywhere.
Hard to find from the main road, drove past the end of the lane twice. Look for the industrial units.
Somewhat expensive for the facilities provided when you can get everything this site offers (apart from the ehu) in Tintagel car park for £6 per night.
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From the manager: Thank you for your feedback. We’re a small, peaceful site with only 5 pitches, so 2 toilets and 1 shower are usually sufficient, we’re upgrading to 3 showers and 4 toilets this winter to accommodate more guests and pitches. Our prices reflect the space, views, and tranquillity we offer—not a crowded “car park style” campsite—and unlike many others, we don’t charge extra for facilities. The details are clearly listed on Pitch up, so we’re sorry if it wasn’t what you were looking for.
Gorgeous site run by very friendly people.
Unpowered grass campervan, tent or trailer tent site
Liked Warm welcome. Pristine site. Small overall yet spacious green area
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Peaceful, clean site which felt …
Powered grass site
Liked Peaceful, clean site which felt secluded but was close to local amenities. Very basic but clean facilities. We were lucky to have perfect weather.
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This campsite was a huge disappointment.
Queen power optional gravel caravan site
Liked Large gravel pitch!
Disliked There was only one shower and two toilets for the whole site — completely inadequate and always busy. The place was extremely boring with absolutely nothing to do. The so-called village pub nearby should honestly close its doors; the food was vile and barely edible. Even the local shop felt stuck in the past, outdated and poorly stocked. Overall, I would not recommend staying here.
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From the manager: Hi Lisa
Thank you for your feedback. We’re sorry to hear that our campsite didn’t meet your expectations. We’d like to reassure you that our facilities are regularly cleaned and maintained, and many of our visitors value the peace and tidiness of the site.
Ours is not a large commercial park with entertainment or busy facilities, but rather a small, quiet village location where guests come to relax and enjoy the calm surroundings. We understand this may not be the right fit for everyone, but we’re glad we can provide the kind of atmosphere that many of our regular guests appreciate.
We wish you well in finding a site and location better suited to your preferences in the future.
A nice peaceful site with farm animals close by
Queen power optional gravel caravan site
Liked Rural site with good quality shower / toilet facilities and dishwashing area. All perfectly clean. Within walking distance to a local pub, The Bettle and Chissel.
Disliked Pitches a little close together as caravans and awnings spread out, so it feels a tad claustrophobic. No off-lead dog walk on site.
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A peaceful country site
Queen power optional gravel caravan site
Liked Peace and quiet, very clean facilities, large pitches.
Disliked Tiny, if spotlessly clean, toilet facility. Shower gave a choice of a hot dribble or cold with decent pressure. (I opted for lukewarm.)
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Nice flat pitches. Tidy and clean,…
Queen power optional gravel caravan site
Liked Nice flat pitches. Tidy and clean, with good facilities.
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Clean and well kept camp site with plenty of space.
Unpowered grass campervan, tent or trailer tent site
Liked Very peaceful campsite with plenty to do in the area. Lots of walks.
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Great choice would definitely return
Queen power optional gravel caravan site
Liked Great site, quite peaceful good sized pitch, water on the pitch.
Immaculately clean toilet and shower.
Lovely friendly staff.
Disliked Not the sites problem but buses are only every 2 hrs
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What they have at the moment is clean and well maintained
Queen power optional gravel caravan site
Liked Lovely campsite that will get better as the seasons go by
Lovely hosts (John & Heidi) who are just starting out in their new business and I wish them all the best and I will be returning
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Features
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Pop-up campground
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 Laundry 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
Leave the car at home Peaceful Walkers' paradiseUtilities
Charging facilities Dump point Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Public transport nearbyType
Pop-up campground Small (11-25 sites)Nearby leisure
Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Horse riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Outdoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby Surf school nearbyTouring and motorhomes
Water hook-up points for caravansLocation
Blackthorn Campsite
Vell Lane
Delabole
Delabole
Cornwall
England
PL22 9EP
Directions Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
50.61896°N
4.7298°W
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 | 3.7 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Good | Good |
| Polzeath | 14.1 km | Estuary | N/A | Excellent | Good | Excellent |
| Crackington Haven | 15.3 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Daymer Bay | 15.3 km | Estuary | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Trevone Bay | 19.3 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Tintagel Castle 6 km
Rock Beach 15.9 km
Cornwall's Crealy Great Adventure Park 20.1 km
Eden Project 27.7 km
Newquay Zoo 33.3 km
National Trust
Tintagel Old Post Office 5.1 km
Lawrence House 26 km
Carnewas and Bedruthan Steps 26.1 km
Trerice 34 km
Cotehele 38.2 km
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Trebarwith Strand 3.4 km
Camelford Town and River 3.6 km
Camelford and Countryside 3.6 km
Camelford Country 3.7 km
Tintagel and Trebarwith - Coast and Country 5.4 km
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 Blackthorn Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Blackthorn Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Blackthorn Campsite? Which way first? The coast is a big draw for most visitors here – and rightly so, as it’s rather spectacular. Perhaps start with a trip to Trebarwith beach (10 minutes’ drive), … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Blackthorn Campsite?
Read moreCamping and caravan Arrive: 12:30 p.m. – 8 p.m. Depart by: 11:30 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Blackthorn Campsite? From $44.91 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.