Porthcothan Clifftop Camping
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- Clifftop eco camping in Cornwall with stunning sea views
- A five-minute walk from Porthcothan Bay via the South West Coast Path
- Back to basics site on a working farm by the coast path; dogs welcome
Campground type
3
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Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
Languages spoken
English
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Primitive grass campervan, tent or trailer tent campsite
5 people maximum 
9.5/10
87 reviews Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 4m width × 5m depth (20m²)
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Primitive grass tent campsite
5 people maximum 9.5/10
92 reviews Ground type: Grass
Site size: Unlimited
Arrival days No availability on our site
Reviews
97% would recommend this campground to a friend
96% would stay here again
What customers say
This clifftop site boasts epic sea views and sunsets, with direct access to coastal paths and beaches. Guests love owner Jeff, the peaceful vibe, and ample space. Basic but clean facilities (compost toilets, hot showers) are available, though hot water can be hit-or-miss. Expect wind; the track's tricky. Perfect for a back-to-basics nature escape.
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Primitive grass tent campsite
Liked We spent the long Aug bank holiday weekend at the camp with our two young boys and a dog and we absolutely loved it! The host Jeff was superb, very welcoming and friendly. The views from the clifftop were stunning, the nearby beaches sandy with clear water. We felt as if we were abroad. The camp is very spacious and clean. No WiFi by the cliff but that's a good thing! We could finally disconnect and fully recharge away from the stress of everyday emails and social media. Facilities were very limited and basic- no hot water to wash the dishes so paper plates can be useful. Only 3 showers and 6 eco toilets which surprisingly turned out to be fine. And it all gave us a good lesson on how little we need to have a great time with family and friends, to recharge and create memories. It was very peaceful. Oh and lots of tracks for hiking in a breathtaking scenery. We'll be back for sure!
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Beautiful camp site with incredible views.…
Primitive grass campervan, tent or trailer tent campsite
Liked Beautiful camp site with incredible views. Jeff was very friendly and helpful.
Great location, right on the coastal path. Beaches were incredible. Will come again!
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Great location and Geoff very friendly…
Primitive grass campervan, tent or trailer tent campsite
Liked Great location and Geoff very friendly and helpful.
Disliked Showers - I have always had a cold shower here.
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Lovely scenery and great location within…
Primitive grass campervan, tent or trailer tent campsite
Liked Lovely scenery and great location within walking distance to the beach. Peaceful and quite with plenty space for a tent, and the facilities were clean. Overall an amazing place to stay and perfect for reconnecting with nature.
Disliked The road to the campsite was a bit tricky, but once you there it is wort it.
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Exceptionally friendly and helpful site owner, Jeff.
Primitive grass campervan, tent or trailer tent campsite
Liked Vibe, views and easy access to beaches and coast path.
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Beautiful location…
Primitive grass campervan, tent or trailer tent campsite
Liked Beautiful location
Disliked More toilets would be nice and the showers were cold and too few.
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Lovely campsite with an incredible view,…
Primitive grass tent campsite
Liked Lovely campsite with an incredible view, all the facilities were kept super clean even over a busy bank holiday. Jeff is lovely and is always around if there are any questions
There was no reception but it was a nice detox from the world!
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Everything about the site. Excellent views,…
Primitive grass campervan, tent or trailer tent campsite
Liked Everything about the site. Excellent views, close to beach and clean facilities. We had the benefit of warm dry weather and light wind! Jeff was a very good site manager.
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Cracking spot let down by far to campers for facilities provided
Primitive grass campervan, tent or trailer tent campsite
Liked Lovely location ,right on the coast path close to stunning coastline and close to beaches .
Disliked Facilities not great for the amount that's charged with freezing cold showers ,bins overflowing hand cleaner running out and compost toilets stinking with flies around. Very slow running water ,trying to fill a 20L container took nearly 5 minutes . I think there were far to many campers there for the facilities hence alot of the issues ,bit of a shame as has potential.
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Amazing camping spot, simple but great facilities and lovely owner.
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Liked The best camping spot EVER! Jeff was super friendly too.
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Features
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Pop-up campground
Dogs allowed
Campfires allowed
Leisure on park
Bar or club house Beach access Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Playground Recreation room/arcade TV room Takeout Tennis Watersports Wild swimmingAmenities on park
Bath available Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Free wifi Grocery store Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundromat 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 Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue grills allowed Barbecue provided Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Hikers’ paradise Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Wild camping Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Dump station Electric car charging point(s) Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Public transportation nearbyType
Farm Medium (26-50 sites) Pop-up campgroundNearby leisure
Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Surf school nearby Watersports nearbyLocation
Porthcothan Clifftop Camping
Carnevas Farm
Porthcothan Bay
Padstow
Cornwall
England
PL28 8PN
Directions Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
50.51236°N
5.01721°W
Route directions
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 | 0.4 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Treyarnon Bay | 1 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Constantine Bay | 1.5 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Booby’S Bay | 1.9 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | N/A |
| Harlyn Bay | 2.1 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Cornwall's Crealy Great Adventure Park 4.2 mi
Rock Beach 4.7 mi
Blue Reef Aquarium 7.3 mi
Fistral Beach 7.3 mi
Newquay Zoo 7.3 mi
National Trust
Carnewas and Bedruthan Steps 2.3 mi
Trerice 8.8 mi
Tintagel Old Post Office 15.6 mi
Trelissick Garden 20.4 mi
Cornish Mines and Engines 22.5 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Harlyn and Constantine Bays 2.1 mi
Bedruthen Steps and Park Head 2.2 mi
Trevone Bay - Constantine Bay - South West Coastal Path 2.9 mi
PRIDEAUX PLACE 3.9 mi
Padstow and the South-West Coast Path 3.9 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 Porthcothan Clifftop Camping have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Porthcothan Clifftop Camping dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Porthcothan Clifftop Camping? With direct access to the South West Coast Path, reaching Cornwall’s coves on foot has never been easier. Once you’ve ticked off seeing beaches like Porthcohan Bay and Treyarnon Bay a short … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Porthcothan Clifftop Camping?
Read moreRV, travel trailer and tent sites Arrive: 10 a.m. – 10 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m.