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
- Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
- Your dog must be tattooed or microchipped.
- The site does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. XL Bully, 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 site 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 site 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 torch with them as parts of the site 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, 22 Jun to
Pitch types & availability
Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch
6 people maximum
Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Unlimited
Arrival daysFrom £15 (£15) 1 night, 2 adults
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2 people maximum
No dogs allowed
Dimensions: 16.4ft width × 16.4ft length
Arrival daysFrom £120 (£120) 2 nights, 2 adults
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Reviews
100% would recommend this site to a friend
89% would stay here again











A good basic campsite, had everything I needed, great price
Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch
Liked Great location very quiet, basic but suited me
Disliked Some people might find it basic, although porta loos are fine for me.
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 -…
Non-electric grass motorhome pitch
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!
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.
Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch
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
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…
Non-electric grass motorhome pitch
Liked Lovely location and views. Clean facilities. Warm welcome
Stunning view with clean facilities
Non-electric grass motorhome pitch
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
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
Non-electric grass motorhome pitch
Liked Fabulous campsite with stunning views, lovely & quiet great hosts all facilities perfect, near Callington, Tesco close by
Disliked Rain on last day lol
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…
Non-electric grass motorhome pitch
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.
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…
Non-electric grass motorhome pitch
Liked Amazing would defo recommend x
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 😀
Welcoming, clean…
Non-electric grass motorhome pitch
Liked Welcoming, clean
Disliked On a slope but didn’t cause any problems
From the manager: Thanks Sally that's really kind of you . We're so glad you enjoyed Summit Camping field 😀 there is a slope, being on a hill, but as its 8 acres there's loads of room to find the right places to pitch up 🤗
Features
Portable toilet
Pop-up campsite
Dogs allowed
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 WatersportsAmenities on site
Bath available Car parking by pitch/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Local produce Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Budget/backpacker Peaceful Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wild camping Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Shop nearbyType
Farm Medium (26-50 pitches) Pop-up campsiteNearby leisure
Fishing nearby Horse riding nearby Restaurant nearbyTouring and motorhomes
Seasonal pitchesLocation
Summit Camping
Kit Hill Road
Callington
Cornwall
England
PL17 8AX
Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
50.51982°N
4.28071°W
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 |
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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
Local events
- Eden Sessions (Thursday 12 June 2025 – Thursday 12 June 2025)
Par, England 37.3 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?
Camping and touring Arrive: 1 p.m. – 10 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. On-site accommodation Arrive: 1 p.m. – 10 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Summit Camping? From €17.41 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.