Macdonald's Farm Touring and Camping
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- Family-run park halfway between Padstow and Newquay
- Half a mile from the South West Coast Path and Porthcothan Bay beach
- Animals, pony rides, playground, bar and pop-up food nights on site
Campground type
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70
70
Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.- At least one of the party members must be aged 25 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).
- No bachelor/bachelorette parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.
- Admission to farm park attractions is included in the rate. You can only bring either one gazebo, awning or pup tent. During high season, the bar/café and restaurant are closed on Mondays. The restaurant opens for breakfast, lunch and dinner; opening hours vary depending upon the season.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Sun, Mar 1 to
Campsite types & availability
9 
Primitive grass campervan or tent campsite
4 people maximum Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 8m width × 8m depth (64m²)
Arrival daysFrom £22 (£22)
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Primitive grass campsite (large)
8 people maximum Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 10m width × 10m depth (100m²)
Arrival daysFrom £25 (£25)
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Powered grass campervan or tent campsite (small)
4 people maximum Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 9m width × 5m depth (45m²)
Arrival daysFrom £31 (£31)
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Powered cement/asphalt and grass travel trailer campsite (large)
8 people maximum Ground type: Cement/asphalt and grass
Pitch size: Max 10m width × 10m depth (100m²)
Arrival daysFrom £33 (£33)
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Powered grass campsite (large)
8 people maximum Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 10m width × 10m depth (100m²)
Arrival daysFrom £33 (£33)
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FHU cement/asphalt and grass travel trailer campsite (large)
8 people maximum Ground type: Cement/asphalt and grass
Pitch size: Max 10m width × 10m depth (100m²)
Arrival daysFrom £36 (£36)
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Powered grass campsite (XL)
10 people maximum Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 16m width × 11m depth (176m²)
Arrival daysFrom £36 (£36)
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FHU cement/asphalt and grass travel trailer campsite (XL)
10 people maximum Ground type: Cement/asphalt and grass
Pitch size: Max 16m width × 11m depth (176m²)
Arrival daysFrom £43 (£43)
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Harlyn 2 bedroom safari tent (no pets)
5 people maximum 
No dogs allowed 
Wifi at the unit/site 2 bedroomsDimensions: 19.7ft width × 19.7ft length
Arrival daysFrom £220 (£220)
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Porthcothan 2 bedroom safari tent
5 people maximum 2 bedroomsDimensions: 19.7ft width × 19.7ft length
Arrival daysFrom £220 (£220)
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Trevone 2 bedroom safari tent (no pets)
5 people maximum No dogs allowed Wifi at the unit/site 2 bedroomsDimensions: 19.7ft width × 19.7ft length
Arrival daysFrom £220 (£220)
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Treyarnon 2 bedroom safari tent
5 people maximum 2 bedroomsDimensions: 19.7ft width × 19.7ft length
Arrival daysFrom £220 (£220)
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Mawgies 1 bedroom cabin (hot tub)
2 people maximum Wifi at the unit/site 1 bedroomArrival daysFrom £290 (£290)
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The Potting Barn cabin
2 people maximum Wifi at the unit/site Arrival daysFrom £290 (£290)
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Reviews
96% would recommend this campground to a friend
91% would stay here again
What customers say
Well-kept, family-friendly campground with great amenities, including a popular bar/eatery, farm animals, and play areas. Guests rave about spacious sites, cleanliness, and the handy location near beaches and public transit. Despite occasional Wi-Fi/shower temp issues or food prices, overall sentiment is highly positive, with many wanting to return. Management is addressing feedback.
Summary AI-generated from Pitchup.com customer reviews.
Last updated 7/21/2026
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Overall would visit again but without the dog
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Primitive grass campsite (large)
Liked Good facilities, nice play area, good choice of food and drinks. Site is well maintained.
Bus picks up from the front of the site so can travel round the various bays.
Disliked Bid scarer/gas cannon going off in field behind the campsite so our dog spent the week really distressed as goes over multiple times an hour during daylight hours.
Couldn't really walk anywhere with the children from the site even the beach as the roads are narrow and felt unsafe with no footpath.
The site gets really busy with people parking to use the restaurant on friday/Saturday night. Had to queue on one occasion to drive onto the site.
Recommend to friends Visit again
Absolutely fabulous place. Would come back in a heartbeat.
Powered grass campsite (large)
Liked Absolutely gorgeous site, facilities are amazing. Lovely vibe. Would 100% return.
Pitches are very generous. Felt really safe and secure. Good food on site, real bonus there is a freezer although someone did take out ice one day but the venue replaced it which was super lovely!
People were respectful of quiet time in the evening. Kids were up quite early and were a bit noisy but that’s what you get for a family site and to be expected, just missed my lay in a bit!
The local beach is simply stunning we went down each night for sunset and it was yeah just beautiful.
Disliked There was a slightly jarring I think bird scarer? in the adjacent field to the pitch we were in which was extremely loud and unpredictable and it went off a lot. I’d say it may spook a few dogs. This went off quite early in the morning and throughout the day, did make me jump quite a few times!
The WiFi didn’t work for me at all and I had virtually no signal, not exactly a problem and meant I spent less time on my phone but it would have been good to have more consistent connection so we could stream our nightly fix of love island!
Recommend to friends Visit again
Great site, modern feel. All the…
Powered grass campsite (large)
Liked Great site, modern feel. All the facilities you need. Great addition is the woof wash. Dog area is great. Loved meeting all the animals. Fantastic bar with tasty food. Great customer service. Family friendly vibe.
Recommend to friends Visit again
Lovely site, clean, well kept with good facilities.
Powered grass campsite (large)
Liked Large pitch
Lovely showers & toilets
Great doggie shower
Great breakfast in the restaurant/barn
Beautifully kept site including the animal enclosures
Friendly staff especially Lou
Bus stop right outside the entrance
Disliked Unfortunately not a big enough exercise area or nearby walks for our dog, we were in a motorhome so couldn’t drive out to other locations.
Recommend to friends Visit again
The site layout, great facilities, the…
Powered cement/asphalt and grass travel trailer campsite (large)
Liked The site layout, great facilities, the animals are really well looked after and have great enclosures, friendly staff...the food in the cafe/ restaurant was lovely. Service was great and timely.
Disliked Nothing
Recommend to friends Visit again
Fantastic site with a huge serviced pitch
FHU cement/asphalt and grass travel trailer campsite (large)
Liked Everything, showers, grounds, bar, pitch, well kept grounds and especially the pizza
Disliked Nothing at all
Recommend to friends Visit again
This place is amazing. From the…
Powered grass campsite (large)
Liked This place is amazing. From the facilities, cleanliness and to the staff. I can not fault it. We will be back
Recommend to friends Visit again
Welcoming, nice sized pitches, fantastic amenities…
Powered grass campervan or tent campsite (small)
Liked Welcoming, nice sized pitches, fantastic amenities including the dog shower!
Well stocked bar and just a pleasant place to be.
Great location too.
Recommend to friends Visit again
Loved it will definitely visit again
FHU cement/asphalt and grass travel trailer campsite (large)
Liked Location super close to the most amazing beach and easy access to Padstow
Hospitality - service and food quality brilliant
Ambience and decor of the restaurant/bar stunning
Recommend to friends Visit again
Great facilities, friendly staff, lovely food…
Primitive grass campervan or tent campsite
Liked Great facilities, friendly staff, lovely food (lovely breakfast, not a fan of pizza but was really good)
Stunning beach 15 minutes walk away.
Disliked Nothing
Recommend to friends Visit again
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 On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Playground Recreation room/arcade TV room Takeout Tennis WatersportsAmenities on park
Bath available Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Free wifi Grocery store Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundromat Local produce 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 Rallies welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue grills allowed Barbecue provided Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Gastronomic delight Hikers’ paradise Luxury Peaceful Spectacular scenery Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Communal freezer Dump station Electric car charging point(s) Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Public transportation nearbyType
Farm Large (51-200 sites)Accessibility
Bathrooms: Wheelchair accessible shower Bathrooms: Wheelchair accessible toiletNearby leisure
Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horseback riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Mountain biking nearby Outdoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Surf school nearby Tennis nearby Watersports nearbyTouring and motorhomes
Gray water hook-up for caravans Seasonal sitesLocation
Macdonald's Farm Touring and Camping
Porthcothan Bay
Padstow
Cornwall
England
PL28 8LT
Directions Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
50.50068°N
5.01802°W
Nearest transport
Bus
Rail
Ferry
AirportPlease 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Porthcothan | 0.6 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Treyarnon Bay | 1.8 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Constantine Bay | 2.3 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Mawgan Porth | 2.4 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Booby’S Bay | 2.7 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | N/A |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Cornwall's Crealy Great Adventure Park 4 mi
Rock Beach 5.2 mi
Blue Reef Aquarium 6.6 mi
Newquay Zoo 6.6 mi
Fistral Beach 6.6 mi
National Trust
Carnewas and Bedruthan Steps 1.5 mi
Trerice 8 mi
Tintagel Old Post Office 16.2 mi
Trelissick Garden 19.6 mi
Cornish Mines and Engines 21.8 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Bedruthen Steps and Park Head 1.4 mi
Harlyn and Constantine Bays 2.9 mi
Trevone Bay - Constantine Bay - South West Coastal Path 3.5 mi
Padstow and the South-West Coast Path 4.4 mi
PRIDEAUX PLACE 4.4 mi
Local events
- Boardmasters (Wednesday, August 5, 2026 – Wednesday, August 5, 2026)
Newquay, England 4.6 mi
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 Macdonald's Farm Touring and Camping have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Macdonald's Farm Touring and Camping dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Macdonald's Farm Touring and Camping? The nearest beach, Porthcothan, is a small bay popular with families and an excellent spot for bathing and surfing. It’s made up of a narrow inlet with cliffs, sand dunes, rockpools and … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Macdonald's Farm Touring and Camping?
Read moreRV, travel trailer and tent sites Arrive: 1 p.m. – 9 p.m. Depart by: 10:30 a.m. On-park accommodation Arrive: 3 p.m. – 9 p.m. Depart by: 10:30 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Macdonald's Farm Touring and Camping? From $29.37 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.