Carnon Downs Caravan and Motorhome Club Campsite

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  • Cornwall Caravan and Motorhome Club site with café and bar
  • A 10-minute drive from Truro and 20 minutes from Falmouth
  • Member price shown; non-members select £15/night extra or join for £69
If you're on the lookout for a Cornwall location that’s both gorgeously green and easy to get to, take a look at Carnon Downs Caravan and Motorhome Club Campsite. The spacious touring pitches here are part of a 20-acre landscaped park that provides plenty of peace and privacy – but they're also fabulously easy to access from the A39 (between Truro and Falmouth). It’s also a short walk from the village of Carnon Downs, which has a mini market, a seasonal fruit farm and a local garden centre with a popular café. This site is managed by the Caravan and Motorhome Club but you don’t need to be a member to stay. However, the £69 annual membership certainly worth considering if you're likely to spend more than four nights at a Caravan and Motorhome Club site over the coming year – it entitles you to discounted rates at more than 140 UK Club sites and a raft of other perks, like access to tailored caravan/motorhome insurance, discounts on days out and savings on top brands. The price displayed here is the member rate; on-members pay a £15/night extra charge. This is a spacious site with high-quality facilities including a playground, a games room and a café/bar serving up snacks and drinks, either inside or out on the terrace. There are also heated bathroom blocks (with wheelchair-accessible facilities), a launderette, a washing-up area and a tourist information point. Dogs are welcome, and there's plenty of space to exercise them at the dog walk area. As for human walks, how about a stroll to the pub? There are three welcoming local inns within walking distance for an easy meal and drink at the end of your day of exploring the Cornish countryside and coast.

Site type

Caravan sites 181
Motorhome sites 181
Open all year
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Please note

Pitches

  • A cable measuring at least 25 metres is needed for the electric hook-ups.

Admission

  • At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.

Vehicles

  • Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.
  • Units longer than 10 metres are not allowed.

General

  • Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.

Occupancy

  • No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.

Dogs

  • The campground/park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dog Act (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
  • If you choose the membership option, your membership details will be issued within five working days once the booking is fully paid. A 14-day cooling-off period from the booking date allows for cancellation of the membership and a refund of any fees paid.

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What customers say

Fantastic facilities, spotless loos & showers! Spacious pitches, great for exploring Cornwall. Friendly staff, relaxed vibe. Some found the bar closed early, Wi-Fi/breakfast could be better, and food vans pricey. Easy access for caravans.

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Anonymous

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Liked Really lovely site. Although the site was busy with lots of occupied pitches it was very quiet and the pitches are spacious. Toilet/shower/washing up block was clean with a proper power shower with removable head - ideal when you're travelling as a family and need to wash your little ones hair! They have a different food van every night of the week as well as a weekly quiz which we unfortunately werent there for. Small bar with inside and outside seating. We only stayed one night so didn't get to make full use of the place really but we will definitely be back.

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Natalia K. 1 review

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Liked Polecam bardzo w szczególności dla rodzin z dziećmi, jest plac zabaw , bardzo dużo łazienek , blisko do sklepów i co najważniejsze blisko do plaży 🙂
Bardzo przyjazna obsługa, łazienki są czyste i zadbane . Napewno wrócimy w to miejsce 👑

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Liked The whole camp site was amazing, the shower/toilets were outstanding, always clean and very looked after, the members of staff are lovely, all helpful, polite and friendly, the sandy park was beautiful, kids loved it, nice little shop, found a cool little games room, really enjoyed our long weekend break here.

Disliked Price of food at vans.

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Really nice site - very central…

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 Natalie N. 3 reviews

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Liked Really nice site - very central to Cornwall’s tourist bits (obviously you have to travel but most things about an hour)

Very easy access- just off a main road especially important with a caravan!

Clean facilities

Great signal

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Lovely peaceful place, great pitches, friendly…

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 Jacqueline W. 3 reviews

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Liked Lovely peaceful place, great pitches, friendly staff, very clean.toilets and showers spotless. Would stay again

Disliked Maybe more choice for breakfast and staying open later. Wi fi could be bettet

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 Urs S. 5 reviews

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very clean, friendly, relaxed and quiet…

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 Jay B. 1 review

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Liked very clean, friendly, relaxed and quiet site

Disliked bar etc shutting at 9pm

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Well looked after site

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Anonymous

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Liked Site was lovely and clean. owners and staff very polite.
Enjoyed our stay. lots of dogs on site including my own, all well behaved. The dog walking in closure was lovely and clean. We will definitely go again.

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We were happy with our stay and would come back any time.

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 Walter F. 3 reviews

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Liked Well organized Campsite.
Enough space on pitches and services.
A clean and well-maintained site.
There are plenty of cubicles with an integrated shower, toilet and washbasin for daily personal hygiene.
A lovely bar and a changing selection of dishes.

Disliked Although the price is fair overall, the website advertises a lower price when booking. If you’re not a member, there’s a hefty surcharge straight away.

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Grainne A. 5 reviews

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Liked This is one of the best sites we have ever been to.
Well laid out, excellent facilities, ideal location for seeing places in Cornwall.

Disliked Everything was excellent.

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Features

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 cafe On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area TV room Take away Tennis Watersports

Amenities on site

Baby-changing facilities Bath available Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundry 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

Utilities

Charging facilities Dump point Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby

Type

Large (51-200 sites)

Accessibility

Bathrooms: Wheelchair accessible shower Bathrooms: Wheelchair accessible toilet

Nearby leisure

Fishing nearby Golf nearby Watersports nearby

Touring and motorhomes

Motorhome service point

Location

Carnon Downs Caravan and Motorhome Club Campsite

Carnon Downs

Truro

Cornwall

England

TR3 6JJ

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

50.22512°N
5.08069°W

Nearest transport

Coach
4.4 km Lay By
4.7 km Bus Station
6.4 km Kings Head
Rail
2.4 km Perranwell Rail Station
4.5 km Truro Rail Station
6.4 km Penryn Rail Station
Ferry
3.8 km Trelisick Ferry Landing
4.1 km Philleigh King Harry Ferry Landing
4.2 km Tolverne Ferry Landing
Airport
25.3 km Newquay St Mawgan Airport
33 km Penzance Airport
44.1 km Land's End St Just 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

Cornwall's only cathedral city is easy to reach; Truro (10 minutes' drive) has stunning historic architecture and a popular weekly farmers' market to its name. If you like to take a dip while on holiday, acquaint yourself with Loe beach (10 minutes). This sheltered spot is just the spot for a swim or some watersports. The maritime town of Falmouth (20 minutes) is another fine option, with its sandy beaches. After your dip, look around the natural harbour or call into the National Maritime Museum Cornwall (25 minutes). Walkers and nature fans are also well-served in these parts. There are scenic footpaths leading directly from the site towards the river Fal and the historic hamlets of Penpol and Devoran, while cyclists can get their fix on the coast-to-coast Bissoe Trail, a short drive away. Other iconic Cornish landmarks within striking distance of the park include the Eden Project (45 minutes) or the lush Trelissick Garden (five minutes).

Food and drink

  • Carnon Inn 0.2 km
  • Linden Hey Garden Tea Room 1.5 km
  • County Arms 4 km
  • Jade Palace 4.4 km
  • Truro Tandoori 4.5 km
  • Tabb's Restaurant 4.5 km
  • The Longstore 4.5 km
  • Sip Wine Bar 4.6 km
  • Xen Noodle Bar 4.6 km
  • Habanero's 4.6 km

Parks and play

  • Hendra Playground 4.7 km
  • Rosedale Playground 5.4 km
  • Perharin Park 6.4 km
  • Chacewater Play Park 6.4 km

Public transport

  • The Forge 0.2 km
  • Tregye Road 0.3 km
  • Village Hall 0.4 km
  • Bus Shelter 0.5 km
  • Halwyn Close 0.7 km
  • Bissoe Road 0.8 km
  • Costcutters 0.8 km
  • Costcutter 0.8 km
  • Bus Shelter 1.1 km
  • Post Office 1.1 km

Groceries

  • Lidl 4 km
  • The Food Warehouse 4.1 km
  • Sainsbury's 4.2 km
  • Costcutter 4.4 km
  • Costcutter 4.5 km
  • Aldi 4.5 km
  • M&S Foodhall 4.6 km
  • Tesco 4.7 km
  • Spar 4.7 km
  • Co-op Food 4.8 km

Family days out

  • Hendra Playground 4.7 km
  • Rosedale Playground 5.4 km
  • Perharin Park 6.4 km
  • Chacewater Play Park 6.4 km

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Must see

Truro Cathedral 4.8 km

National Maritime Museum Cornwall 8.3 km

Pendennis Castle 9 km

Cornwall Industrial Discovery Centre 13.1 km

Trebah Garden 13.5 km

National Trust

Trelissick Garden 3.4 km

St Anthony Head 10.2 km

Cornish Mines and Engines 13 km

Glendurgan Garden 13.5 km

Trerice 18.1 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

CARCLEW 2.9 km

TRELISSICK 3.4 km

Trelissick Garden - Lamouth Creek - the Fal 3.4 km

ENYS 4.6 km

TREGOTHNAN 5.5 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.

Offers

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Fully-serviced concrete slab site

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Tent pitchTouring caravan pitchesMotorhome or campervan pitch
Powered concrete slab site

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    Min. stay 4 nights Max. stay 28 nights Expires 7 days before arrival
Tent pitchTouring caravan pitchesMotorhome or campervan pitch
Powered grass site

  • 9% off

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    Min. stay 4 nights Max. stay 28 nights Expires 7 days before arrival

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Carnon Downs Caravan and Motorhome Club Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Carnon Downs Caravan and Motorhome Club Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Carnon Downs Caravan and Motorhome Club Campsite? Cornwall's only cathedral city is easy to reach; Truro (10 minutes' drive) has stunning historic architecture and a popular weekly farmers' market to its name. If you like to take a dip … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Carnon Downs Caravan and Motorhome Club Campsite?
    Camping and caravan
    Arrive:  noon –  8 p.m.
    Depart by:  noon
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Carnon Downs Caravan and Motorhome Club Campsite? From $84.88 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.