St Hilary Campsite
View prices & book
/-5.428416447444177,50.129323762924,12,0,0/376x277@2x)
- Friendly site in a small field five minutes' drive from Marazion
- At an equestrian centre half an hour's walk from Perranuthnoe beach
- Butterfly farm and café on site; village pubs within 15 minutes’ walk
A trip to the Cornwall coast, you say? With St Hilary Campsite as your base, you’ll be set to stroll along to the local sands in about half an hour. On top of that, five minutes in the car will land you in Marazion, where the beach has sensational views of the island-bound medieval castle St Michael’s Mount (crossing the causeway at low tide or taking a boat at high tide will help you see it up close and personal).
Sandy beaches are a common sight in this part of the country; many more are a short drive away, including Sennen Cove (about half an hour's drive), just above Land’s End. Excellent pubs, too; two (both with outdoor seating) are 15 minutes’ walk away in the village of Goldsithney, alongside tea rooms. Your morning coffee can be sourced directly on site, though, as there’s a modern café for hot drinks and snacks (plus cakes, pizzas and sandwiches later in the day).
Also on site is something a bit more unusual: Guy's Butterfly House, home to species from across Africa, Asia and South America. Keep your eye out for Cornwall’s very own butterflies within the small field you’re staying in. St Hilary Campsite is a friendly site based on an equestrian centre in the small parish of St Hilary and has a range of helpful amenities for guests to use, from flushing toilets to a washing-up area with hot and cold water.
Campground type
30
30 Open now
This park has no on-site shower facilities.
Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.- At least one of the party members must be aged 21 or over.
- The campground/park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Breed-specific legislation (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro) and/or any of the following: Staffordshire bull terrier, American Staffordshire terrier, Rottweiler, any Mastiff or Tosa.
Languages spoken
English
French
German
Open from Sat, Jul 11 to
Campsite types & availability
5 
Primitive grass tent or RV campsite
6 people maximum Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 5m width × 6m depth (30m²)
Arrival daysFrom £28 (£28)
View prices & book
- 1
Powered grass tent or RV campsite
6 people maximum Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 5m width × 6m depth (30m²)
Arrival daysFrom £35 (£35)
View prices & book
Reviews
No reviews yet.
Features
'/%3e%3cpath%20d='m49%2080.354.023.036s24.224-37.171%2024.224-49.393C73.247%2013.015%2060.97%205.191%2049%205.166c-11.97.025-24.247%207.849-24.247%2025.831%200%2012.221%2024.224%2049.393%2024.224%2049.393l.023-.036Zm-8.398-50.371a8.398%208.398%200%201%201%2016.796%200%208.398%208.398%200%200%201-16.796%200Z'%20style='fill-rule:nonzero'%20transform='matrix(.58088%200%200%20.58088%20-7.405%20-3)'/%3e%3c/svg%3e){kind=small}
Pop-up campground
Dogs allowed
Leisure on park
Bar or club house 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 WatersportsAmenities 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 Picnic table 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 PeacefulUtilities
Charging facilities Communal freezer Communal fridge Dump station Electric car charging point(s) Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearbyType
Farm Medium (26-50 sites) Pop-up campgroundAccessibility
Accessible parking at site Uneven terrain; gravel or loose mudNearby leisure
Horseback riding nearby Restaurant nearbyLocation
St Hilary Campsite
The Avenue
St Hilary
Penzance
Cornwall
England
TR20 9DQ
Directions Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
50.12932°N
5.42842°W
Route directions
What3words: dispose.hazelnuts.soaps.
Nearest transport
Bus2.5 mi The Star Inn
2.5 mi The Star Inn
3 mi Railway Station
Rail2.9 mi St Erth Rail Station
3.5 mi Lelant Saltings Rail Station
3.8 mi Lelant Rail Station
Ferry4.5 mi Penzance Ferry Terminal
13.3 mi Helford Village Ferry Landing
13.5 mi Helford Passage Ferry Landing
Airport4 mi Penzance Airport
10.8 mi Land's End St Just Airport
28.9 mi Newquay St Mawgan 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
As local spots go, Marazion beach (five minutes’ drive) is a pretty spectacular one; either take the short drive or head on a longer jaunt along the coastal path from Perranuthnoe beach and back. Once you’ve had enough time to lie back peacefully on Marazion's soft sands, you might want to think about exploring the rockpools near Chapel Rock, walking across to historic St Michael’s Mount at low tide – boats can be taken at high tide – or signing up for a windsurfing lesson should the winds be in your favour.
When you’re ready to part with Marazion and its dreamy view, make your way to Sennen Cove (half an hour) and Land's End (35 minutes), which are close together. You could begin at Land’s End, Britain’s most southwesterly point, gazing at its sheer granite cliffs – popular with Cornish chough – or trying the indoor attractions like adventure golf and 4D films. Afterwards, unwind at Sennen Cove, where the surfers among you may want to have a go at the waves rolling in.
For some activities that don’t involve beaches, head to Godolphin (10 minutes), an ancient estate owned by the National Trust, or drive up to the art galleries in St Ives (25 minutes).
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
| Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perranuthnoe | 1.3 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Marazion | 2.3 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Good |
| Praa Sands West | 2.5 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Praa Sands East | 3 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Long Rock | 4 mi | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
St Michael's Mount 2.3 mi
Tate St Ives 6.4 mi
Cornwall Industrial Discovery Centre 9.9 mi
National Seal Sanctuary 10.1 mi
Land's End 13.4 mi
National Trust
St Michael's Mount 2.3 mi
Godolphin 3.4 mi
Trengwainton Garden 6.2 mi
Penrose Estate: Gunwalloe and Loe Pool 6.6 mi
Godrevy 7.2 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
ST MICHAEL'S MOUNT 2.3 mi
MARAZION MARSH (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 30/08/2000) 2.3 mi
GODOLPHIN 2.9 mi
THE DOWNES (ST MICHAEL'S CONVENT) 3.5 mi
Rinsey Head - Trewavas Head - Rinsey Head 3.6 mi
Local events
- Boardmasters (Wednesday, August 5, 2026 – Wednesday, August 5, 2026)
Newquay, England 27.3 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.
Policies
Booking terms and conditions
Payment terms
Want to know more about camping in Cornwall?
Frequently asked questions
- Does St Hilary Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is St Hilary Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near St Hilary Campsite? As local spots go, Marazion beach (five minutes’ drive) is a pretty spectacular one; either take the short drive or head on a longer jaunt along the coastal path from Perranuthnoe beach … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of St Hilary Campsite?
Read moreRV, travel trailer and tent sites Arrive: 2 p.m. – 8 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at St Hilary Campsite? From $37.27 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.