Summit Camping
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- Basic field camping with amazing views over Cornwall’s Tamar Valley
- A 25-minute drive to Dartmoor National Park; 45 to The Eden Project
- Access to Kit Hill; café five minutes’ walk
Site type
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Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.- Your dog must be tattooed or microchipped.
- The park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Breed-specific legislation (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
- Dogs are not allowed if you are staying in the accommodation units.
- Twin axle vehicles are not permitted on site.
- The park caters for families (immediate members) and couples only - bookings from all other forms of groups are not accepted.
- Reception is unmanned after 5 p.m.. Please inform the park while on your way there should you expect to arrive after this time, so that the team can provide information about your unit/pitch.
- Guests are advised to bring a good quality flashlight with them as parts of the park are unlit.
- No naked flames are allowed inside the hired accommodation units.
- No charcoal barbecues allowed.
- No electric barbecues allowed.
Languages spoken
English
French
Open from Sun, Jun 22 to
Pitch types & availability
Reviews
100% would recommend this site to a friend
91% would stay here again
What customers say
Great views & space! Kit Hill offers superb walks. Guests love the clean, hot showers & friendly hosts. Basic but adequate facilities. Fire pits foster community. Good base for Cornwall/Dartmoor. Some road noise by day, but quiet at night. Dog fee noted; site is sloped.
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Views and tranquility…
Primitive grass tent or trailer tent campsite
Liked Views and tranquility
Disliked Nothing except some wind. But it's normal on the hill.
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Great for basic camping.
Primitive grass RV campsite
Liked What a view. It is quite something, and there's plenty of space to find the perfect spot. Kit Hill is just next door, so we had a great walk with the dog. Tracey was a lovely host. We will be back.
Disliked It's bit basic, but we knew that before we booked. There wasn't really anything I didn't like, although £5 for a small dog wad a bit steep.
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A good basic campsite, had everything I needed, great price
Primitive grass tent or trailer tent campsite
Liked Great location very quiet, basic but suited me
Disliked Some people might find it basic, although porta loos are fine for me.
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From the manager: Thank you for booking Summit Camping and we are pleased that you enjoyed your stay and the amazing views, it is basically a pop up Camping site, so portaloos are the best we can do.
Excellent shower, hot, powerful and clean. Great views. Lots of space -…
Primitive grass RV campsite
Liked Excellent shower, hot, powerful and clean. Great views. Lots of space - I was the only one there apart from 1 chap who stayed there all season.
Disliked On a steep slope. But then it is called Summit and you wouldn’t get the views if it wasn’t up a hill!
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From the manager: Thank you for staying at Summit Camping, we are glad you enjoyed the shower & our lovely views. It is on a slope, hence Summit & Kit Hill as you said :) we've kept the amenities to the left so they are all handy and there's lots of flat places to pitch, We've opened up earlier this year so it is quiet at the moment which is nice for lots of people. Cheers Tracy
Excellent peaceful site with amazing views.
Primitive grass tent or trailer tent campsite
Liked Score based on the very accurate description on pitch up. Was confused as could not find the shower shed until farmer pointed it out but I'd just got warmed up after very wet day on Dartmoor and wasn't prepared to change that. Hosts were great, checking on me twice a day as I was the only one there. Would have been better with other campers to share the fire pit and chat but that's not hosts fault! Great location and views!. This site is great for exploring both east cornwall and Dartmoor. Other reviews complained about road noise, yes it's noisy during the day but generally stops once kitt hill closes. Slept like a baby and I'm a light sleeper....I chose this site as a test for wild camping. Don't think it's for me as I won't give up my camp bed and quilt and miss my big tent. 😄 that said, I'd stay again
Disliked Nothing, you know what you're getting
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From the manager: Hi Rachel, thank you for your review, I will do an automated note for everyone about the shower shed, its in the welcome pack but i don't think you picked that up, Come Back in July or August with Bigger tent & Duvet :) cheers Tracy & I'll bring you some freshly laid eggs for breakfast
Lovely location and views. Clean facilities. Warm welcome…
Primitive grass RV campsite
Liked Lovely location and views. Clean facilities. Warm welcome
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Stunning view with clean facilities
Primitive grass RV campsite
Liked We have a family and this campsite was perfect for our needs. Clean toilets and shower with soap and sanitiser. The fire pit areas creates a social environment and the welcome pack was a lovely touch. Stunning view over Cornwall and great location! We will be back.
Disliked Nothing
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From the manager: Thank you Emma for your review and we are really pleased that you enjoyed Summit Camping, we will be adding a covered social area by the fire pit as well.
Definately revisit
Primitive grass RV campsite
Liked Fabulous campsite with stunning views, lovely & quiet great hosts all facilities perfect, near Callington, Tesco close by
Disliked Rain on last day lol
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From the manager: Thank you Phil, glad yoi enjoyed it and the views, hopefully we will see you again soon, cheers Tracy
Top of the world - paradise. Sunrise at 4.30am was actually to…
Primitive grass RV campsite
Liked Top of the world - paradise. Sunrise at 4.30am was actually to die for. A peak moment.
Views tremendous- loads of walks right on your doorstep. Hot shower. Clean loos.
Loads of space.
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From the manager: Thank you Lynn, we love it here and love to share it. The views out over the Tamat Valley are superb and from the top of kit hill you can see Devon & Cornwall, the River Tamar and Plymouth sound out to see. Come back and take a dip in the quarry lake :)
Amazing would defo recommend x…
Primitive grass RV campsite
Liked Amazing would defo recommend x
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From the manager: Thank you Yvonne it was great to meet you and we're so pleased that you enjoyed your stay at Summit Camping, kit hill is definitely a very special place & we're happy to share it 😀
Features
Portable toilet
Pop-up campground
Dogs allowed
Leisure on park
Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Playground Recreation room/arcade TV room Takeout Tennis WatersportsAmenities on park
Bath available Car parking by site/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Free wifi Grocery store Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundromat Local produce Parent & baby washroom Payphone Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Restrooms Shower available Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue grills allowed Barbecue provided Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Budget/backpacker Hikers’ paradise Peaceful Spectacular scenery Wild camping Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Dump station Electric car charging point(s) Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' marketType
Farm Medium (26-50 sites) Pop-up campgroundNearby leisure
Fishing nearby Horseback riding nearby Restaurant nearbyTouring and motorhomes
Seasonal sitesLocation
Summit Camping
Kit Hill Road
Callington
Cornwall
England
PL17 8AX
Directions Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
50.51982°N
4.28071°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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portwrinkle | 17.7 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Downderry | 18.8 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Seaton (Cornwall) | 18.8 km | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
| Sharrow | 19.2 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | N/A |
| Plymouth Hoe West | 19.8 km | Estuary | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
National Marine Aquarium 20.1 km
Dartmoor Zoological Park 23.7 km
Buckfast Abbey 35.8 km
Tintagel Castle 37.8 km
Eden Project 38.1 km
National Trust
Cotehele 4.8 km
Cotehele Mill 4.8 km
Buckland Abbey 11.3 km
Lawrence House 14.4 km
Lydford Gorge 18.3 km
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
COTEHELE 4.8 km
Cotehele Quay - River Tamar - Calstock - Metherell 5 km
Newbridge and River Lynher 5.1 km
Cadsonbury Hill-Fort 5.1 km
ENDSLEIGH 6.6 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.
Nearest sites
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Summit Camping have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Summit Camping dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Summit Camping? The historians among you can seek out neolithic standing stones at Minions (20 minutes’ drive), and as the campsite is in Poldark Country, you can potter around the lonely ruins of Cornwall’s … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Summit Camping?
Read moreRV, travel trailer and tent sites Arrive: 1 p.m. – 10 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. On-park accommodation Arrive: 1 p.m. – 10 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Summit Camping? From $27.50 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.