Penrose Campsite











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Site type
- 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) and/or any of the following: Staffordshire bull terrier, American Staffordshire terrier, Rottweiler, any Mastiff or Tosa.
- No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.
- This is a quiet site: no music is allowed.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Sat, 01 Aug to
Pitch types & availability
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Features
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 WatersportsAmenities on site
Bath available 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 WifiGroups 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 Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradiseUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Public transport nearby Shop nearbyType
FarmAccessibility
Accessible parking at pitch Level site, no steep slopesNearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Surf school nearby Watersports nearbyLocation
Penrose Campsite
Higher Penrose Farm
Porthleven
Helston
Cornwall
England
TR13 0RB
Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
50,08219°N
5,3024°W
Nearest transport
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Porthleven Sands | 0,9 km | Sea | Good | Good | Good | Excellent |
| Church Cove | 5,4 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Praa Sands East | 5,8 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Poldhu Cove | 6,1 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Praa Sands West | 6,7 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
National Seal Sanctuary 7 km
St Michael's Mount 13,1 km
Trebah Garden 13,2 km
Cornwall Industrial Discovery Centre 16,4 km
National Maritime Museum Cornwall 18,8 km
National Trust
Penrose Estate: Gunwalloe and Loe Pool 0,4 km
Godolphin 6,9 km
Glendurgan Garden 13,1 km
St Michael's Mount 13,1 km
Cornish Mines and Engines 16,4 km
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Loe Bar 2,2 km
LISMORE 2,9 km
St Anthony 3,3 km
Rinsey Head - Trewavas Head - Rinsey Head 4,9 km
Schiedam 5,2 km
Local events
- Boardmasters (Wednesday, 5 August 2026 – Wednesday, 5 August 2026)
Newquay, England 43,5 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.
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Penrose Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Penrose Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Penrose Campsite? Penrose campsite is situated a field away from the coastal footpath. From the site you can enjoy the wonderful walks around Loe Pool, Penrose Estate and Porthleven Village. Porthleven is under a … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Penrose Campsite?
Camping and touring Arrive: Anytime – Anytime Depart by: Anytime On-site accommodation Arrive: Anytime – Anytime Depart by: Anytime Guests are welcome to arrive/depart at any time, the gates are always open. There is no check in on arrival, just pitch where you like and Lisa will come and find you on her daily rounds to welcome you and take payment.
Read more - How much does it cost to stay at Penrose Campsite? From R445,84 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.