West Tober
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- Wild-style camping at a scenic 13-acre site on Bodmin Moor
- A five-minute drive from Jamaica Inn, 15 minutes from Launceston
- Simple facilities on site, plus stargazing and wild deer spotting
Well, this is a special spot – on private land within private land, and open to overnight guests for the first time. West Tober is a slice of wild land within the untamed scenery of Bodmin Moor, part of the spectacular Cornwall National Landscape, and a wonderful place to settle for a bit of wild-style camping.
There are toilets and showers available, but otherwise this site has been left pretty much in its natural state. Guests are free to wander around the 13 acres (centred around a traditional Cornish longhouse dating back several centuries) to find a pitch they like the look of. Pretty much any spot is good though – the wild surroundings are peaceful and spectacularly scenic, especially at sunset.
Garrow Tor and Brown Willy form the backdrop for much of the site, and also make a rather lovely view for a barbecue in the evening. As this is a remote area you're likely to see some splendid starry skies too; that true darkness does mean that it's a very good idea to bring a torch to find your way after dark. And you may like to pack binoculars too – wild red deer are often spotted roaming in surrounding fields.
Peaceful and secluded this place may be, but it's also easy to access from the A30, about 15 minutes' drive from Launceston. And it's also a handy location for all sorts of Bodmin outings – perhaps to historic spots like King Arthur's Hall and Trippet Stone Circle, natural features like Golitha Falls and Rough Tor or swimming spots like Dozmary Pool. And of course you'll have to stop in for a drink or meal at Jamaica Inn, made famous by Daphne Du Maurier’s novel and only a mile from the site.
Site type
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45Opens July 10
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).
- No bachelor/bachelorette parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.
- At least one of the party members must be aged 21 or over.
- Guests must bring their own duvets, pillows, sheets and towels when staying in rental accommodation. You will not be allowed to stay if you do not bring these items.
- 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.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Thu, Jul 10 to
Pitch types & availability
Primitive grass and earth RV campsite
7 people maximum Ground type: Grass and earth
Pitch size: Unlimited
Arrival daysFrom £57 (£57) 2 nights, 2 adults
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Primitive grass and earth tent or trailer tent campsite
7 people maximum Ground type: Grass and earth
Pitch size: Unlimited
Arrival daysFrom £57 (£57) 2 nights, 2 adults
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Shuttle Bus on-site travel trailer
4 people maximum Dimensions: 10ft width × 40ft length
Arrival daysFrom £298 (£298) 2 nights, 2 adults
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Features
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 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
Peaceful Remote location 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 Dog walk nearbyType
Medium (26-50 sites) Pop-up campgroundNearby leisure
Horseback riding nearby Restaurant nearbyLocation
West Tober
Bolventor
Launceston
Cornwall
England
PL15 7TY
Directions Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
50.55569°N
-4.58803°W
Nearest transport
Coach11.9 km Institute
12.1 km Methodist Church
12.5 km Bus Shelter
Rail13.3 km Bodmin Parkway Rail Station
14.3 km Coombe Junction Halt (Rail Station)
14.7 km Liskeard Rail Station
Ferry24 km Rock Padstow Ferry Landing
24.2 km Fowey Custom House Quay Ferry Landing
24.2 km Bodinnick Ferry Landing
Airport32 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
Attractions and activities nearby include:
- Jamaica Inn: five minutes' drive
- Golitha Falls: 15 minutes
- Trethorne Leisure Park (indoor and outdoor kids' activities): 15 minutes
- Launceston (for the castle, golf club and steam railway): 20 minutes
- Bodmin Jail Attraction: 20 minutes
- Cardinham Woods: 20 minutes
- National Trust - Lanhydrock: 20 minutes
- Carnglaze Caverns: 20 minutes
- Siblyback Lake (watersports and fishing): 25 minutes
- Brown Willy: half an hour
- Eden Project: half an hour
- Cornish Birds of Prey: half an hour
- Tintagel Castle: 35 minutes
- Camel Creek Family Adventure Park: 40 minutes.
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
| Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trebarwith Strand | 15.8 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Good | Good |
| Crackington Haven | 21 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Polzeath | 23.3 km | Estuary | N/A | Excellent | Good | Excellent |
| Daymer Bay | 23.9 km | Estuary | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Millendreath | 24.2 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Tintagel Castle 17.6 km
Rock Beach 24 km
Eden Project 24.1 km
Cornwall's Crealy Great Adventure Park 25.2 km
Lost Gardens of Heligan 33.9 km
National Trust
Tintagel Old Post Office 16.6 km
Lawrence House 18.3 km
Cotehele 26.5 km
Cotehele Mill 26.5 km
Carnewas and Bedruthan Steps 32.2 km
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Golitha Falls 9.3 km
Camelford Country 9.8 km
Camelford and Countryside 9.9 km
Camelford Town and River 9.9 km
Minions - Caradon Hill - Cheesewring - Hurlers 10.4 km
Local events
- Eden Sessions (Thursday, June 12, 2025 – Thursday, June 12, 2025)
Par, England 24.5 km
- Boardmasters (Wednesday, August 6, 2025 – Wednesday, August 6, 2025)
Newquay, England 34.5 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 West Tober have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is West Tober dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near West Tober? Attractions and activities nearby include: - Jamaica Inn: five minutes' drive - Golitha Falls: 15 minutes - Trethorne Leisure Park (indoor and outdoor kids' activities): 15 minutes - Launceston (for the castle, … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of West Tober?
Read moreRV, travel trailer and tent sites Arrive: 10 a.m. – Anytime Depart by: 2 p.m. On-park accommodation Arrive: 11 a.m. – Anytime Depart by: 10 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at West Tober? From $105.32 (for 2 nights, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.