Colliford Tavern

From GBP 17.25 For 1 night, 2 adults 5.4 81 reviews
Pitches (added by manager 17 Mar 2023)
Pods (added by manager 17 mar 2023)
Pitches (added by manager 14 mar 2023)
Pitches (added by manager 15 mar 2023)

  • Woodland site in spacious Bodmin Moor tavern grounds
  • A 15-minute drive from Bodmin and 25 minutes from the Eden Project
  • Bars, games room and fishing on site
If peaceful stays within a few minutes’ stroll of bars, restaurants, evening entertainment and trout fishing appeal, then making your getaway for Colliford Tavern is a must. The family-friendly site is a quarter mile from the shores of Colliford Lake, and 15 minutes’ drive from Bodmin, Cornwall. In the grounds of a family-run tavern and hotel, the site is well placed for outdoorsy forays. On the famed Bodmin Moor, and within easy reach of lakeside walks, getting out and about is a must. Those comfortable with lengthy wanders should make tracks for Dozmary Pool, the rumoured resting place of King Arthur’s sword, Excalibur. Otherwise, throw the bikes in the car and head as far as Wenford Bridge to start the 18-mile cycle (or stroll) along the Camel Trail to Padstow. More of a ‘sitting still in quiet contemplation’ type? Colliford Lake is a top spot for rainbow and brown trout fishing, and a licence can be secured at reception.

Campground type

RV & Motorhome sites 10
Lodges, cabins, pods or huts 4
Tent sites 20
Caravan sites 10
Caravans for hire 1
Open all year
Please note
  • 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).
  • Group bookings of 3 or more units (e.g. tent, caravan, motorhome or accommodation hire) travelling together are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • Group bookings of 6 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
  • Single-sex bookings of 6 or more people (couples and immediate family members excepted) are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • Bookings must not be for more than 28 consecutive nights.
  • Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.
  • This is a quiet campground/park: no music is allowed.
  • Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the campground/park are unlit.
  • No naked flames are allowed inside the hired accommodation units.
  • No electric barbecues allowed.
  • If reception is closed on arrival: please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.
  • Fires, barbecues and/or firepits will not be permitted in dry, windy and/or hot weather conditions.

Languages spoken

English

Pitch types & availability

Reviews

42%

would recommend this campground to a friend

42%

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Only showing reviews for the last 30 months.

Handy Site in Great Location

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation No rating
Facilities / Activities 8
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 2
Cleanliness 6
Wifi No rating
Anonymous The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Unpowered grass site

Liked: Excellent location, very quiet with lake view, yet only 10 minutes off the A30. Very handy for an overnight stay. Very friendly staff, good service. We ate our evening meal in the restaurant. We both had curries and they were deli ious - Jalfrezi and Korma with Sag Aloo and Pilau Rice Pitch reasonably priced Facilities OK

Disliked: EHU too expensive

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From the manager: Dear Reviewer Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your stay at our campsite and that you found our location to be excellent, with its peaceful ambiance and picturesque lake view. It's wonderful to know that our proximity to the A30 was convenient for your overnight stay. We appreciate your kind words about our friendly staff and the quality of service you received during your visit. It's delightful to hear that you enjoyed your evening meal at our restaurant and that you found the curries to be delicious. We're glad that you found our pitch prices reasonable and that the facilities met your expectations. We have noted your feedback regarding the cost of electric hook-up (EHU) and will take it into consideration for future improvements. Your satisfaction is important to us, and we are always striving to enhance our guests' experiences. Once again, thank you for choosing to stay with us, and we hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back in the future. Best Regards, Colliford Tavern and campsite

close to main villages. better in the summer. nice and convenient

Overall 8/10
Location 10
Value for money 6
Accommodation 6
Facilities / Activities 6
Customer service 6
Child friendliness 8
Cleanliness 4
Wifi 2
Anonymous The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Powered grass site

Liked: The space and how well laid out it was. The setting was away from the main road and next to a beautiful reservoir/lake and even though we were out of season it looked like it would be very well established for a bustling summer as it had a park, bar and restaurant. The gentleman that owns it was so helpful and made us feel welcome.

Disliked: Nothing was open and it did not stipulate this on the booking so was hoping we would be able to use the main facilities as we were charged £50 for one night. Apart from that I would return if it was summer.

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From the manager: Dear Guest, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the serene surroundings and the layout of our establishment. It's wonderful to know that you found the setting next to the reservoir/lake appealing and that you felt welcomed by our team member. We appreciate your constructive feedback regarding the availability of facilities during the off-season. We apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused and assure you that we will take steps to ensure clearer communication regarding the availability of amenities during certain times of the year. Your satisfaction is our top priority, and we are committed to continually improving our services to provide an exceptional experience for all our guests. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back, perhaps during the bustling summer season when all our facilities are fully operational. Thank you once again for your valuable feedback, and we look forward to the opportunity to serve you again in the future. Warm regards,

Great location. Great views and clean facilities. Friendly staff.

Overall 8/10
Location 10
Value for money 8
Accommodation No rating
Facilities / Activities No rating
Customer service 10
Child friendliness No rating
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 10
Susan V. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Powered grass site

Liked: Clean toilets. Nice bar/restaurant with great views. Very friendly staff.

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A great campsite for all types of holidaymakers.

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 8
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 8
Wifi 10
Anonymous The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Unpowered grass site

Liked: Lovely location with good amenities and support. Friendly staff.

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From the manager: Dear Guest, Thank you for sharing your feedback with us. We are delighted to hear that you had a positive experience during your stay at our campsite. It's wonderful to know that you appreciated our lovely location, found our amenities satisfactory, and received friendly support from our staff. Your satisfaction is our utmost priority, and we are thrilled that we were able to meet your expectations. We are committed to providing a welcoming and enjoyable experience for all our guests, and we are pleased that you felt supported throughout your stay. We appreciate your valuable feedback and hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back for another enjoyable stay in the future. Warm regards,

Great site, good facilities, quiet.

Overall 10/10
Location 8
Value for money 8
Accommodation 6
Facilities / Activities 6
Customer service 6
Child friendliness 6
Cleanliness 6
Wifi 10
John O. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Powered grass site

Liked: The quiet, the site position, the trees.

Disliked: There's nothing to dislike!

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From the manager: Dear John O., Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay at our site and that you found the surroundings peaceful. Your feedback about the site's position and the presence of trees is much appreciated. It's wonderful to know that you had a positive experience overall and that there was nothing you disliked during your stay. We strive to provide a serene environment for all our guests, and we are thrilled that you found it to your satisfaction. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back for another peaceful stay in the future. If you have any further feedback or requests, please do not hesitate to reach out to us. Warm regards,

Good value site with basic but clean facilities

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 8
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 10
Wifi No rating
Stuart M. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Unpowered grass site

Liked: Lovely location in the trees which is nice and quiet

Disliked: Poor mobile phone signal

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From the manager: Dear Stuart, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us. We are pleased to hear that you enjoyed our site's lovely location amidst the trees and appreciated the tranquility it offers. We also appreciate your positive remarks about the cleanliness of our facilities. Providing clean and comfortable amenities is a top priority for us, and we are glad that you found them satisfactory. We understand that mobile phone signal can be an important aspect for some guests, and we apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused during your stay. While we strive to provide a peaceful retreat away from the hustle and bustle, we recognize the need for reliable communication channels and will explore potential solutions to enhance the mobile phone signal on our site. Your feedback is invaluable to us as we continuously strive to improve our services and facilities. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back in the future and provide an even better experience. Warm regards,

Could be great. Let down by poor maintenance and cleaniness

Overall 4/10
Location 6
Value for money 2
Accommodation 2
Facilities / Activities 2
Customer service 2
Child friendliness 2
Cleanliness 2
Wifi 2
Anonymous The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Unpowered grass site

Liked: Location

Disliked: The site was very poorly maintained. Grass uncut, toilet and wash facilities very dirty. No cleaning took place during our two day stay. My partner refused to use the female showers as she felt she would come out dirtier.

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From the manager: Dear Guest, Thank you for sharing your feedback with us. We sincerely apologize for the disappointment you experienced during your recent stay. It is disheartening to hear that the cleanliness and maintenance of our site did not meet your expectations. We take your concerns seriously and assure you that we will address them with our maintenance and housekeeping teams to ensure immediate improvements. Cleanliness and upkeep are paramount to us, and we regret that we fell short in delivering on these aspects during your visit. We appreciate your positive note about the location, and we are committed to enhancing the overall experience for all our guests. Your feedback serves as valuable insight for us to identify areas for improvement, and we are grateful for your candid review. Please accept our sincere apologies once again, and we hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back in the future to showcase the improvements we have made. Warm regards,

clean toilets and showers.Dog friendly.good value for money.

Overall 8/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 6
Customer service 10
Child friendliness No rating
Cleanliness 8
Wifi 6
Anonymous The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Powered grass site

Liked: Exactly what you needed for camping, lots of space.toliets and shower rooms were clean.free pool table.The staff were helpful and friendly.Lovley views and close to the lake.Dogs are welcomed.

Disliked: The tavern/Hotel was a little out dated could do with a bit if tlc, it was a little uninviting.

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Pitch and surrounding area great, good food and some friendly staff. …

Overall 6/10
Location 8
Value for money 8
Accommodation 4
Facilities / Activities 2
Customer service 6
Child friendliness No rating
Cleanliness 4
Wifi No rating
Anonymous The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Powered grass site

Liked: Pitch and surrounding area great, good food and some friendly staff. All other campers very friendly.

Disliked: Washing facilities needs updating, frustrating you can’t walk around the lake with you dog off a lead although people did.

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From the manager: Dear Guest, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the pitch and surrounding area, as well as the good food and friendly staff during your stay at our campsite. It's wonderful to know that you found the atmosphere welcoming, with fellow campers being friendly. We appreciate your feedback regarding the washing facilities and the restrictions on walking dogs off-leash around the lake. Your comments have been duly noted, and we will take them into consideration as we strive to improve our facilities and policies to better accommodate our guests. Thank you once again for your valuable feedback, and we hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back for another enjoyable stay in the future. Warm regards,

Nice spot in the woods. Toilets and showers old but clean.…

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 8
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 10
Wifi No rating
Alexander E. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Powered grass site

Liked: Nice spot in the woods. Toilets and showers old but clean.

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From the manager: Dear Guest, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. We are pleased to hear that you found our campsite to be exactly what you needed for your camping trip, with clean toilets and showers, ample space, and dog-friendly amenities. It's wonderful to know that you appreciated the free pool table and the helpful and friendly service provided by our staff. We have noted your feedback regarding the tavern/hotel and its ambiance. Please rest assured that we take all guest feedback seriously, and we will explore opportunities for improvement to ensure a more inviting atmosphere for our guests. Once again, we appreciate your feedback and hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back for another enjoyable stay in the future. Warm regards,


Features

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 site/unit

Composting toilet

Disabled facilities

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

Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly

Motorcycle friendly

Rallies welcome

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

Lake and/or mountain

Peaceful

Remote location

Spectacular scenery

Walkers' paradise

Utilities

Charging facilities

Dump point

Electric car charging point(s)

Gas cylinders available

Recycling available

Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby

Dog walk nearby

Nearby farmers' market

Type

Medium (26-50 sites)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby

Cycling nearby

Fishing nearby

Golf nearby

Horse riding nearby

Leisure/theme park nearby

Restaurant nearby

Sailing nearby

Surf school nearby

Watersports nearby

Touring and motorhomes

Water hook-up points for caravans

Location

Colliford Tavern

Colliford Lake

Saint Neot

Cornwall

England

PL14 6PZ

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)

GPS

50.53742°N
-4.58304°W

Nearest transport

Coach
10 km Institute
10.1 km Methodist Church
10.4 km Bus Shelter
Rail
11.7 km Bodmin Parkway Rail Station
12.5 km Coombe Junction Halt (Rail Station)
12.9 km Liskeard Rail Station
Ferry
22.2 km Fowey Custom House Quay Ferry Landing
22.2 km Bodinnick Ferry Landing
22.8 km Fowey Town Quay Ferry Landing
Airport
31.6 km 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

History buffs will find lots round here to entertain, starting with some literary history. Five minutes’ drive from base is the Jamaica Inn (yes, the Daphne du Maurier one), and its Smugglers Museum is well worth a visit. Poldark fans will know Cornwall as mining country, and that’s well catered for hereabouts too: it’s 15 minutes from the site to Carnglaze Caverns for underground tours of the old slate mine and visits to a subterranean lake. More upmarket history can be delved into at some of the stately manors in the vicinity – Pencarrow and Lanhydrock are both within 25 minutes, and it’s 40 minutes to Prideaux Place. Prefer history to have a more urban bent? Make the 15-minute journey to Bodmin and explore the jail, regimental museum and town museum. Hols incomplete without beach days can find satisfaction within 35 minutes at the fishing village of Port Isaac or the town of Newquay, but if sand-free days more appeal, it’s less than half an hour from base to the incomparable Eden Project.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020 2019 2018 2017
Trebarwith Strand 17.4 km Sea N/A Excellent Good Good
Millendreath 22.2 km Sea N/A Excellent Excellent Excellent
Par Sands 22.6 km Sea N/A Good Good Good
East Looe 22.6 km Estuary N/A Good N/A N/A
Crackington Haven 23 km Sea N/A Excellent Excellent Excellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Tintagel Castle 19.3 km

Eden Project 22.6 km

Rock Beach 24.4 km

Cornwall's Crealy Great Adventure Park 25.1 km

Lost Gardens of Heligan 32.3 km

National Trust

Tintagel Old Post Office 18.3 km

Lawrence House 19.1 km

Cotehele 25.7 km

Cotehele Mill 25.7 km

Carnewas and Bedruthan Steps 32.1 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

Golitha Falls 7.6 km

Minions - Caradon Hill - Cheesewring - Hurlers 9.4 km

Minions - Cheesewring - Siblyback Lake 9.4 km

Minions - Wild Cornish Moorland 9.5 km

Cardinham Woods Ramble (Wheelchair-Friendly) 10.1 km

Local events

  • Eden Sessions (Wednesday 12 June 2024 – Wednesday 12 June 2024)

    Par, England 22.9 km

  • Boardmasters (Wednesday 7 August 2024 – Wednesday 7 August 2024)

    Newquay, England 34.1 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.

Want to know more about camping in Cornwall?

  • Does Colliford Tavern have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Colliford Tavern dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Colliford Tavern? History buffs will find lots round here to entertain, starting with some literary history. Five minutes’ drive from base is the Jamaica Inn (yes, the Daphne du Maurier one), and its Smugglers … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Colliford Tavern?
    Camping and caravan
    Arrive:  2 p.m. –  10 p.m.
    Depart by:  noon
    On-site accommodation
    Arrive:  1 p.m. –  10 p.m.
    Depart by:  noon
    Read more
  • How much does it cost to stay at Colliford Tavern? From $33.03 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.