Penrose Campsite
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Site type
10
50
Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.- The campground/park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Breed-specific legislation (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro) and/or any of the following: Staffordshire bull terrier, American Staffordshire terrier, Rottweiler, any Mastiff or Tosa.
- No bachelor/bachelorette parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.
- This is a quiet park: no music is allowed.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Sat, Aug 1 to
Pitch types & availability
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Features
Dogs allowed
Campfires 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 Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Free wifi Grocery store Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundromat 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
Hikers’ paradise Peaceful Spectacular sceneryUtilities
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' market Public transportation nearbyType
FarmAccessibility
Accessible parking at site Level campground, no steep slopesNearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horseback riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Surf school nearby Watersports nearbyLocation
Penrose Campsite
Higher Penrose Farm
Porthleven
Helston
Cornwall
England
TR13 0RB
Directions Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
50.08219°N
5.3024°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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Porthleven Sands | 0.9 km | Sea | Good | Good | Good | Excellent |
| Church Cove | 5.4 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Praa Sands East | 5.8 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Poldhu Cove | 6.1 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Praa Sands West | 6.7 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
National Seal Sanctuary 7 km
St Michael's Mount 13.1 km
Trebah Garden 13.2 km
Cornwall Industrial Discovery Centre 16.4 km
National Maritime Museum Cornwall 18.8 km
National Trust
Penrose Estate: Gunwalloe and Loe Pool 0.4 km
Godolphin 6.9 km
Glendurgan Garden 13.1 km
St Michael's Mount 13.1 km
Cornish Mines and Engines 16.4 km
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Loe Bar 2.2 km
LISMORE 2.9 km
St Anthony 3.3 km
Rinsey Head - Trewavas Head - Rinsey Head 4.9 km
Schiedam 5.2 km
Local events
- Boardmasters (Wednesday, August 5, 2026 – Wednesday, August 5, 2026)
Newquay, England 43.5 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 Penrose Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Penrose Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Penrose Campsite? Penrose campsite is situated a field away from the coastal footpath. From the site you can enjoy the wonderful walks around Loe Pool, Penrose Estate and Porthleven Village. Porthleven is under a … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Penrose Campsite?
RV, travel trailer and tent sites Arrive: Anytime – Anytime Depart by: Anytime On-park accommodation Arrive: Anytime – Anytime Depart by: Anytime Guests are welcome to arrive/depart at any time, the gates are always open. There is no check in on arrival, just pitch where you like and Lisa will come and find you on her daily rounds to welcome you and take payment.
Read more - How much does it cost to stay at Penrose Campsite? From $36.92 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.