Sandparks Campsite

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  • Camping pitches with Widemouth Bay views in Cornwall
  • A five-minute drive from Bude; half an hour from Tintagel
  • Pub, shop, restaurant and surf hire all a couple of minutes' walk away
Ever dreamed of waking up to a sea view? Or perhaps stoking the flames of a campfire as the sun sets over the waves? Sign up for a bit of both with a stay at Sandparks Campsite, a friendly, informal site with pitches overlooking Widemouth beach in north Cornwall. Those in the know will no doubt recognise this name as being one of Cornwall’s top surfing beaches – and as well as viewing it from your pitch you can also get down there to hit the waves whenever you fancy from here. And it’s not just the beach that’s handy: a pub (with top-notch Cornish ales), a restaurant (with fresh seafood) and a shop (with local meat and fish for your barbecue) are all a mere 50 metres away from the site. There’s also surfing kit hire available for those who don’t have their own board. If you fancy exploring a little further afield, it’s worth noting that this is a fine spot for getting out to walk on the South West Coast Path or to spend some time roaming around north Cornwall. Bude is about a 40-minute walk or five-minute drive away and you can get to the likes of Boscastle, Tintagel and Bodmin Moor within half an hour’s drive. Life on site is pretty simple, but guests have access to a waste disposal point, a washing-up area and a modern toilet and shower block. Barbecues and campfires are both permitted at this laidback spot, as are visiting dogs.

Site type

Tent pitches 100
Motorhome pitches 100
Touring caravan pitches 100
Open now
Opens 11 April
Please note
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Fri, 11 Apr to

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Reviews

9.5

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Spectacular scenery

97% would recommend this site to a friend

96% would stay here again

What customers say

Grand spot right across from Widemouth Bay, smashing sea views and great for a surf or a stroll. Facilities are spotless and modern, showers and wash-down areas top-notch. Staff, especially Sue and Gary, are sound and keep the craic lively. Pubs, grub and a shop nearby. Can be a bit breezy at times and busy in peak season, but most folks are raving about it and planning to head back.

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Peter C.

Non-electric grass pitch

Liked This campsite is absolutely perfect, just a couple of miles from Bude. It’s run by Garry and Sue, who are always so cheerful and helpful. On my first day it was incredibly windy, and Garry was out on the field personally helping campers secure their tents – such a nice touch!

The sea views from the site are stunning, and the location couldn’t be better.

The walk into Bude takes about an hour along the coastal path and the views are incredible. There is also a bus stop right outside the site.

There’s a handy little shop just across the road, plus a lovely pub and restaurant almost right on the doorstep.

Immaculate toilets and showers, a big washing up area and plenty of freezer space.

The site is very reasonably priced, and with such a welcoming atmosphere, I honestly can’t recommend it highly enough.

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Great facilities, lovely staff, definitely will be revisiting

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Robyn F.

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Liked The facilities are great and so clean. The couple that checked us in couldn't have been more friendly and helpful, they gave me a groundsheet and helped me put up my tent and even gave one of the families we were with another tent when theirs got broken in the wind. Honestly such nice people. Also they had a food truck on site that served brekkie in the morning and all sorts in the evening which was super helpful.

Disliked Nothing that can be done about it but the site was a bit slopey in places so just be mindful of the direction you position your tent.

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Katie M.

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Liked The location was great with amazing views. Site was easy to get around and the toilets and showers were well maintained and very clean

Disliked The after 10pm quiet time needs more reinforcement as it was very noisy with people shouting and singing

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David O.

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Liked lovely place to stay. clean toilets and close to the sea.

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Great Campsite! Will recommend to everyone.😊 Liked…

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Ashley-Clare C.

Non-electric grass pitch

Liked Great Campsite! Will recommend to everyone.😊
Liked the location and the layout. A short walk to the beaches and a 5 minute drive from Bude.
The showers and toilets were exceptionally clean and well maintained.
The Bay View Inn next door was a great place to relax in the evenings.🍻

Disliked Disliked nothing…
Although perhaps a shower curtain or screen could be installed to keep things dry whilst showering and more hooks. And a wooden platform or something to stand on when changing.😊

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Caroline D.

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Liked Position to beach
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Jessica W.

Electric grass pitch

Liked Fantastic views, great modern & clean facilities, nice and quiet after 10pm. The wardens were friendly, approachable and helpful. Butty van in the morning a nice perk! We will definitely return. Thanks again.

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Anonymous

Non-electric grass pitch

Liked Toilets and shower were really clean.
Lots of drinking water tap dotted around the campsite. Owners were really welcoming 🤗

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Terry A.

Non-electric grass pitch

Liked Space, view, attentive staff, amazing clean facilities, grass cut, level

Disliked Wind and rain

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Ray P.

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Liked Great views of the Beach!
Facilities are fab and we love the outdoor showers
Sue and Gary are super nice and dedicated to keeping the site running.
Fantastic foodie options close by also- Beach house is lovely and Bay View.

Disliked Nothing

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Features

Campfires allowed

Leisure on site

Bar or club house Beach access 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 Watersports

Amenities on site

Bath available 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 Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Peaceful Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wild camping

Utilities

Charging facilities Chemical disposal Communal freezer Communal fridge Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearby Shop nearby

Type

Farm Large (51-200 pitches)

Accessibility

Accessible parking at pitch Bathrooms: Step-free access Bathrooms: Wheelchair accessible shower Bathrooms: Wheelchair accessible toilet

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Mountain biking nearby Outdoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby Surf school nearby Watersports nearby

Location

Sandparks Campsite

Marine Drive

Widemouth Bay

Cornwall

England

EX23 0AW

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)

GPS

50.79532°N
4.55495°W

Nearest transport

Coach
3.8 km The Strand
35 km Bideford Quay
35 km Bideford Quay
Rail
39.1 km Gunnislake Rail Station
39.2 km Coombe Junction Halt (Rail Station)
39.2 km Liskeard Rail Station
Ferry
35 km Bideford Ferry Landing
38.3 km Rock Padstow Ferry Landing
38.5 km Appledore Ferry Landing

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

Widemouth isn’t the only bit of coastal Cornwall that’s easy to visit from here. Sandparks is also in a handy spot for outings to Bude (five minutes’ drive), where another top surf beach beckons, along with surf lessons and a sea pool for more gentle swims. Elsewhere along the coast, you could stop by in Boscastle (20 minutes) for a stroll around a traditional fishing village, or explore Arthurian legends at Tintagel Castle (half an hour) – perhaps also stopping by at the mystical St Nectan’s Glen (25 minutes) to see if you can spot pixies as you walk to the waterfall. Turning inland for a while, there are some great walks to be done on Bodmin Moor (25 minutes), or you could delve into the area’s history at Davidstow Airfield and Cornwall at War Museum (15 minutes). Other options for entertaining the kids might be the animals at New Mills Farm Park, the puzzle-themed attractions at Hidden Valley or the characterful residents of The Gnome Reserve and Wildflower Garden – all are about a half-hour drive away.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Widemouth Sand 0.3 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Summerleaze 4 km Sea N/AExcellentGoodGood
Crooklets 4.5 km Sea N/AExcellentGoodGood
Northcott Mouth 5.9 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentN/A
Sandymouth 7.3 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Tintagel Castle 20.2 km

RHS Garden Rosemoor 33.6 km

Rock Beach 37.9 km

Cornwall's Crealy Great Adventure Park 43 km

National Trust

Tintagel Old Post Office 20.2 km

Lawrence House 22.1 km

Lydford Gorge 35.7 km

Cotehele 40.7 km

Cotehele Mill 40.7 km

Cycle routes

Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.

Other

Widemouth Bay - Coast and Country 0.7 km

Marhamchurch - Bude - Canal Heritage 1.8 km

Marhamchurch - Widemouth Nature Ramble 1.8 km

Poundstock, Dizzard and Millook 3.2 km

Pondstock to Dizzard - Woods and Country 3.2 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 Sandparks Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Sandparks Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Sandparks Campsite? Widemouth isn’t the only bit of coastal Cornwall that’s easy to visit from here. Sandparks is also in a handy spot for outings to Bude (five minutes’ drive), where another top surf … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Sandparks Campsite?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  11 a.m. –  8 p.m.
    Depart by:  noon
    On-site accommodation
    Arrive:  11 a.m. –  8 p.m.
    Depart by:  noon
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Sandparks Campsite? From €34.67 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.