Prickly Post

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View across the site
View across the site
Relaxing by the barn
Spacious lawn area
View from seats
Seating area
Entrance to the site
Green views
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Relaxing by the barn
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  • Back to basics Cornwall camping a mile inland from Fowey
  • Eden Project 15 minutes' drive; 25 minutes to Bodmin Moor
  • Beaches within walking distance; bus stop at the end of the road
Excellent walks, lovely views, peaceful fresh air… it’s all about the simple things when you pick a pitch at Prickly Post. This pop-up site is in a quiet Cornwall location a little way inland from Fowey (about five minutes’ drive from the town centre) and it’s a great spot for a back-to-basics break close to the coast. This is a simple site where you’ll have access to just the essentials, in the form of a fresh water tap and a flushing toilet (please note no showers on site). Other than that, it’s just plenty of space to soak up the coastal air, rest, relax – and perhaps watch the ponies ambling about. You’ll also be able to bring a barbecue or small firepit for the evening (pick up all the bits you need at shops in Fowey, or nip to the small shop at the local garage, five minutes’ walk away). Those who like to get out on foot should be pleased with the location here – you can walk to Fowey or Readymoney Cove in about 25 minutes, or Polkerris beach in about 40 minutes. The Saints Way and South West Coast Path are both close by for longer walks, and a bus stop at the end of the road to the site means you’ll have options for getting home if your legs get tired. Those bus services can also link you up to train services from Par railway station. Other nearby activity options include various watersports in Fowey or setting off to visit top attractions like the Eden Project, Bodmin Moor and Lost Gardens of Heligan (all within a half-hour drive).

Site type

Tent pitches 20
Open now
Opens 18 April
Please note
  • This site has no on-site shower facilities.
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • The site does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. XL Bully, Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
  • Group bookings of 6 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
  • Single-sex bookings of 6 or more people (excluding couples) are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • At least one of the party members must be aged 22 or over.
  • Bookings must not consist of more than 2 different households.
  • Please note that the toilet facilities are unisex.
  • There is no reception on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Fri, 18 Apr to

Reviews

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100% would recommend this site to a friend

67% would stay here again

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Location was perfect, site was just what we needed for our family.

Overall 10/10

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Lindsey C.

Non-electric grass trailer tent or tent pitch

Liked We loved the location, lovely walk down to Readymoney beach and Fowey. Very peaceful site, plenty of room for our children to play games. The owners were very helpful and made everything straightforward and easy. Toilet was clean and chimnea was lovely in the evening.

We had a lovely stay at Prickly Post, the hosts were welcoming,…

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Claire B.

Non-electric grass trailer tent or tent pitch

Liked We had a lovely stay at Prickly Post, the hosts were welcoming, super helpful and nothing was too much trouble. We were only staying one night but we loved the position of site, the location and decided to stay an extra night.
Waking up to see such beautiful countryside and horses was so peaceful.
The toilet on site was really clean too
We are returning in August and can’t wait.

Disliked There was nothing to dislike apart from putting a tent up in good old English weather 😜

Lovely position. Handy for the town. Pricey

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KEITH J.

Non-electric grass trailer tent or tent pitch

Liked Good view. Level pitch

Disliked Expensive for limited facilities when sites with wi fi and showers are half the price.

Features

Pop-up campground

Dogs allowed

Campfires 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 Watersports

Amenities on site

Bath available Car parking by pitch/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette 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

Themes

Budget/backpacker Peaceful Spectacular scenery

Utilities

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

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearby Shop nearby

Type

Pop-up campground Small (11-25 pitches)

Accessibility

Accessible parking at pitch

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Indoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby

Location

Prickly Post

Prickly Post Lane

Lankelly

Fowey

Cornwall

England

PL23 1EZ

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

50.33821°N
4.65649°W

Nearest transport

Coach
4.9 km Polgrean Place
5 km Polgrean Place
5.2 km Four Lords
Rail
3.9 km Par Rail Station
7.7 km Lostwithiel Rail Station
8.7 km Luxulyan Rail Station
Ferry
1.5 km Fowey Ferry Landing
1.6 km Fowey Town Quay Ferry Landing
1.6 km Fowey Custom House Quay Ferry Landing
Airport
27.6 km 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

Attractions and activities nearby include: - Fowey: five minutes’ drive - Readymoney Cove: five minutes - Polkerris beach: five minutes - Eden Project: 15 minutes - Lostwithiel (ancient stannary town): 15 minutes - Wheal Martyn Clay Works: 20 minutes - Porfell Wildlife Park & Sanctuary: 25 minutes - Bodmin Moor: 25 minutes - Lost Gardens of Heligan: half an hour - Mevagissey (fishing village): half an hour.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Readymoney Cove 1.3 km Estuary N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Polkerris 1.8 km Sea N/AGoodGoodGood
Par Sands 2.8 km Sea N/AGoodGoodGood
Shorthorn Beach 4.7 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Crinnis Beach 5.5 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Eden Project 8.5 km

Lost Gardens of Heligan 12.5 km

Cornwall's Crealy Great Adventure Park 25.6 km

Lappa Valley Steam Railway 27.9 km

Truro Cathedral 29.2 km

National Trust

Trerice 27.7 km

Trelissick Garden 30.1 km

Carnewas and Bedruthan Steps 30.7 km

St Anthony Head 31.9 km

Cotehele Mill 35.1 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

Readymoney Cove (Fowey) to Polridmouth Bay 0.9 km

MENABILLY 1.1 km

Fowey to Polkerris 1.3 km

Polkerris to Gribbin Head and Polridmouth 1.7 km

Menabilly Barton - Gribbin Head - Polkerris - Fowey 1.7 km

Local events

  • Boardmasters (Wednesday, 6 August 2025 – Wednesday, 6 August 2025)

    Newquay, England 29.1 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

Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable sites.

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Prickly Post have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Prickly Post dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Prickly Post? Attractions and activities nearby include: - Fowey: five minutes’ drive - Readymoney Cove: five minutes - Polkerris beach: five minutes - Eden Project: 15 minutes - Lostwithiel (ancient stannary town): 15 minutes … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Prickly Post?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  11 a.m. –  7 p.m.
    Depart by:  10:30 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Prickly Post? From R435,40 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.