Penndra Campsite
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- Secluded four-acre site in a quiet, green valley near Comford
- Central, rural spot between Truro and St Ives; 15 minutes from each
- Laidback dog-friendly site; village pub within walking distance
Site type
- Your dog must be tattooed or microchipped.
- Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.
- Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.
- Group bookings of 4 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
- No bachelor/bachelorette parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- At least one of the party members must be aged 21 or over.
- 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).
- Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
- Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Wed, Apr 1 to
Pitch types & availability
3

Primitive grass tent campsite
8 people maximum
Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Min 10m width × 10m depth (100m²)
Arrival daysFrom £17 (£17)
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Powered grass tent or trailer tent campsite
6 people maximum
Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 9m width × 12m depth (108m²)
Arrival daysFrom £23 (£23)
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Reviews
100% would recommend this site to a friend
99% would stay here again
What customers say
This peaceful, well-kept site has level pitches & clean facilities with hot showers. Guests loved the friendly owner, honesty shop & communal fridge/freezer. Great for exploring Cornwall, it's recommended for families & dog owners. Minor Wi-Fi issues noted, but didn't spoil the stay.
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Perfect site
Powered grass tent or trailer tent campsite
Liked We arrived on Monday unsure what to expected. Richard was really helpful. The pitch was massive and clearly marked out. Large open space for children to play with no worry at being on people’s pitches. It was wonderful to see proper showers, hot water never cold. Toilets showers always clean. Love the little touches welcome pack, bin bags and recycle bag. Was a beautiful site and we will defo be coming back again
Disliked Nothing was perfect site
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great for families lots of space for kids play
Powered grass tent or trailer tent campsite
Liked very large pitches very friendly and helpful host central location easy access to beaches on north and south coasts great pub 15mins walk
Disliked nothing really
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Perfect Experience
Primitive grass tent campsite
Liked Great location, friendly welcome. Clean toilets, piping hot showers, peaceful setting. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
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Nice flat surface, clean facilities, additional…
Powered grass tent or trailer tent campsite
Liked Nice flat surface, clean facilities, additional freezers/fridges. Recommended.
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Nice clean and quiet place.…
Powered grass tent or trailer tent campsite
Liked Nice clean and quiet place.
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I recommend it.
Powered grass tent or trailer tent campsite
Liked Peace and quiet, everything you need to pitch a tent is on site: a utility room, a shop, a refrigerator, sinks, toilets, and (separate) showers.
Disliked Na
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Lovely and quiet and lovely walks…
Powered grass travel trailer campsite
Liked Lovely and quiet and lovely walks around the site
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The campsite is pretty much perfect…
Primitive grass tent campsite
Liked The campsite is pretty much perfect - it's calm, spacious, the amenities were kept clean and the showers are nice and hot. We really appreciated the small shop, having access to a fridge, and all the environmentally friendly touches. The owners are lovely and very approachable.
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This site is in a lovely…
Powered grass travel trailer campsite
Liked This site is in a lovely quiet spot in the countryside with some nice walks around it. Good sized pitches. Facilities were clean with a good flow of hot water in the showers. Friendly and helpful welcome. Will definitely use again next time I’m in the area.
Disliked Nothing I didn’t like.
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Friendly staff. Excellent and thoughtful facilities.…
Primitive grass tent campsite
Liked Friendly staff. Excellent and thoughtful facilities. Lots of space. Quiet and beautiful location. Environmentally friendly.
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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
Baby-changing facilities Bath available Car parking by site/unit 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 Scouts welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue grills allowed Barbecue provided Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
PeacefulUtilities
Charging facilities Communal freezer Communal fridge Dump station Electric car charging point(s) Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearbyType
Farm Small (11-25 sites)Nearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Watersports nearbyLocation
Penndra Campsite
Sunny Corner
Gwennap
Redruth
Cornwall
England
TR16 6BB
Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
50.21933°N
5.16794°W
Route directions
Nearest transport
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
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
| Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Porthtowan | 9.2 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Portreath | 10.1 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Chapel Porth | 10.2 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Swanpool | 10.9 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Gyllyngvase | 11 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Cornwall Industrial Discovery Centre 6.9 km
Truro Cathedral 9.7 km
National Maritime Museum Cornwall 10.6 km
Pendennis Castle 11.7 km
Trebah Garden 12.9 km
National Trust
Cornish Mines and Engines 6.9 km
Trelissick Garden 9.5 km
Glendurgan Garden 13 km
St Anthony Head 14.3 km
Godrevy 15.8 km
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
CARCLEW 5.3 km
ENYS 6.4 km
Porth Towan - Towan Cross - Chapel Porth 9.1 km
TRELISSICK 9.5 km
Trelissick Garden - Lamouth Creek - the Fal 9.5 km
Local events
- Boardmasters (Wednesday, August 5, 2026 – Wednesday, August 5, 2026)
Newquay, England 25.7 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?
Frequently asked questions
- Does Penndra Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Penndra Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Penndra Campsite? So, to those coastlines… Cornwall’s north and south coasts are both full of gorgeous places to visit, so it’s worth making time for both. On the northern side, start with the beaches … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Penndra Campsite?
Read moreRV, travel trailer and tent sites Arrive: 1 p.m. – 9 p.m. Depart by: noon - How much does it cost to stay at Penndra Campsite? From $31.57 (for 1 night, 3 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.
