Penelewey Meadows
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- Peaceful site within walking distance of the river Fal
- A five-minute drive from Loe beach, Trelissick Garden and the ferry
- Rewilding setting with mown paths; communal firepit and solar shower
Site type
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Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.- Your dog must be tattooed or microchipped.
- 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).
- Group bookings of 7 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
- Single-sex bookings of 7 or more people (couples and immediate family members excepted) are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
- No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- Twin axle vehicles are not permitted on site.
- At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.
- Units heavier than 2500 Kilogrammes are not allowed.
- Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the campground/park are unlit.
- Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
- There are no bins onsite: all rubbish will need to be taken home with you.
- There is no reception building on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.
- Fires, barbecues and/or firepits will not be permitted in dry, windy and/or hot weather conditions.
- Please note the shower is a solar shower and is not enclosed.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Wed, 1 May to
Open from Thu, 1 May to
Open from Fri, 1 May to
Pitch types & availability
Unpowered grass tent, campervan or trailer tent site
6 people maximum Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 10.0m width x 10.0m depth (32.8ft width x 32.8ft depth) Calculated area: 100.0m² (1076.4ft²)
Arrival daysFrom £15 (£15) 1 night, 2 adults
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Ada and Stella bell tent
4 people maximum 
No dogs allowed
Dimensions: 5.0m width x 5.0m length (16.4ft width x 16.4ft length) Calculated area: 25.0m² (269.1ft²)
Arrival daysFrom £60 (£60) 1 night, 2 adults
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Reviews
Voted 89% of visitors View breakdown
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Great site. Very quiet, simple site. Compost loo and sink very clean…
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Liked: Great site. Very quiet, simple site. Compost loo and sink very clean and all we needed on a site. Love the whole setup and ethos of this site.
Disliked: Not a dislike but didn't brave the shower! Also, could do with better signage if arriving from the King Harry Ferry as we drove past the first time!
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Beautiful quiet wild campsite
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Liked: Huge spaces, total peace, clean facilities, beautiful walks, near the pub. All perfect.
Disliked: Nothing....oh well I guess a plug in the sink that actually works so you can fill the sink up to wash up would be useful.
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Excellent back to basics, family friendly site.
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Liked: Beautiful spot, friendly owner, quiet, eco-friendly loos and showers. Very relaxed vibe.
Disliked: Nothing
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Back to basics
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Liked: Very secluded and back to nature campsite. Composting toilet and outdoor shower that apparently got when it’s sunny (wasn’t when I visited). However, the description that Becky posted makes all this clear, so don’t book expecting a holiday camp. Close to a very nice pub and beautiful views. Becky was a fantastic host and very friendly and helpful.
Disliked: A warm shower would have been nice after a days cycling
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A must visit!
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Liked: Such an incredible campsite, back to basics to savour the surroundings and camp properly! The local pub is just a short stroll away with fabulous food, Loe beach is a very short driven ideal spot for a sea swim after a day exploring. Being dog friendly, this place is a superb holiday for all the family including our 6 and 10 year old children who cant wait to go back. The owners are creating such a wonderful site, really looking forward to seeing it evolve. Thankyou so much, can't wait to return!
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Amazing peaceful site close to Truro and a short drive to the beaches
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Liked: The amazing views and the crystal clear night sky. And the peaceful atmosphere and the communal vibe especially with the communal fire circle.
Disliked: The lack of bins however this is not a deal breaker for me.
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Very peaceful site with great basic facilities
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Liked: The meadow was exactly as described. Basic facilities with washing up sink, solar outdoor shower and compostable toilet which worked so well. Rebecca was very helpful and went the extra mile when we were out and it was windy and our tent blew over, she made it upright again and put in some more tent pegs for us so it was secure when we got back. That was so much appreciated. I also love the future plans to continue rewilding the meadow as it is being used for a campsite.
Disliked: Nothing.
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L’installation de la tente Le service rendu par la propriétaire pour les…
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Ada and Stella bell tent
Liked: L’installation de la tente Le service rendu par la propriétaire pour les couvertures supplémentaires
Disliked: Pas d’accueil ni de visite durant le séjour La douche dans paravent Les toilettes proposé mais trop étroites Le champ trop grand où on se sent perdu
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From the manager: Liked: Setting up the tent The service provided by the owner for additional coverage Disliked: No reception or visit during the stay Shower in screen The toilets offered but too narrow The field too big where we feel lost I'd first like to say thank you for your review, we like to take on people's comments so we can learn and grow over the coming years. However, what we really appreciate is honest reviews. The first time one of the owners visited you was to ask you not to enter the tent you were not staying in and using up all the battery so that our guests that were arriving later that day would still have some charge left. We then visited later that day but you were out and again in the evening when we clean our facilities you were also out enjoying your holiday. I think you maybe didn't read or look at any pictures on pitchup because all of facilities are clearly stated so that everyone knows that we are a nearly wild camp site. It also clearly stated we have no reception and are a hands free camp site. The shower is something we will take on board, next year we are having a compost heated shower with an indoor shower, it'll still be in keeping with our Wild ethos but a little more privacy. Your last comment about the field being too big, I'm sorry, this is something we simply can't work out, the idea of Penelewey Meadows is peace, space and nature, I think maybe you wanted a busier camp site with better facilities but for our price.
Very clean site, lovely views, very quite. Dog friendly. Level pitches
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Liked: Very quite, we weren't bothered by anyone. The compost toilet was exceptionally clean. There's plenty of toilet roll in there too. There's a little sink next to it with hand wash and washing up liquid. The scenery is lovely. We had our bbq going till late. It was a great night! We're definitely going back. 😁
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As it says on the tin - wild campsite
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Liked: Relaxed campsite with a friendly host. There was a lot of space between pitches, which were flat, and the composting toilet was easy to use. Good instructions for using the shower and solar lights around the campsite were helpful. Close to Truro. Great walks straight from the campsite. A pub a short walk away. We were able to borrow blocks so I could have a BBQ. Dog friendly.
Disliked: Fine for me but be aware you may not get warm/hot shower water if it isn't sunny.
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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 restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area TV room Take away Tennis WatersportsAmenities on site
Bath available Car parking by site/unit 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 WifiGroups welcome
D. of E. 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
Peaceful Walkers' paradise Wild campingUtilities
Charging facilities Dump point Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearbyType
Small (11-25 sites)Accessibility
Disabled facilitiesNearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Watersports nearbyLocation
Penelewey Meadows
Lower Penelewey
Feock
Truro
Cornwall
England
TR3 6QY
Directions Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
50.22652°N
-5.0638°W
Nearest transport
Coach
Rail
Ferry
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
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
| Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
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| Porthcurnick | 7.9 km | Sea | N/A | Good | Excellent | Excellent |
| Pendower | 8.6 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Gyllyngvase | 9.1 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Swanpool | 9.6 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Maenporth | 11.5 km | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Truro Cathedral 4.3 km
National Maritime Museum Cornwall 8.3 km
Pendennis Castle 8.9 km
Trebah Garden 13.9 km
Cornwall Industrial Discovery Centre 14.3 km
National Trust
Trelissick Garden 2.3 km
St Anthony Head 9.6 km
Glendurgan Garden 14 km
Cornish Mines and Engines 14.2 km
Trerice 17.8 km
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
TRELISSICK 2.4 km
Trelissick Garden - Lamouth Creek - the Fal 2.4 km
CARCLEW 3.7 km
TREGOTHNAN 4.3 km
ENYS 5.2 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.
Nearest sites
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Penelewey Meadows have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Penelewey Meadows dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Penelewey Meadows? It’s time to make your rounds of Cornwall, and what better spot to begin with than the National Trust's Trelissick Garden (five minutes’ drive) along the Fal estuary? The Roseland Peninsula’s many … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Penelewey Meadows?
Read moreCamping and caravan Arrive: 2 p.m. – 10 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. On-site accommodation Arrive: 3 p.m. – 10 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Penelewey Meadows? From $32.04 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.