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
Based on a working beef and sheep farm just off the South West Coast Path, Porthcothan Clifftop Camping likes to keep things simple. After all, why would you want to complicate life when you have a spacious grassy field, spectacular views out to sea and a top Cornwall location? This friendly and laidback pop-up site crosses the cliffs and looks out over the golden sands of Porthcothan Bay (roughly five minutes' walk away via the coast path). Sea views are visible all around the site, not to mention the gorgeous sunsets that light up the sky on regular occasions. This is a spot for those with an adventurous side – facilities include three hot showers, four composting toilets and multiple water points. You'll need to be fairly self-sufficient in bringing all your own food and equipment, but it's not far to a feed or a hot drink as there are cafés that can be reached within a mile's walk. The sizeable village of Saint Merryn (five minutes' drive) has more amenities, and the larger town of Padstow (a renowned foodie spot) is an easy 15 minute-drive down the road. Those of you who never leave your dogs behind for an adventure will also be happy to find that well-behaved dogs are also welcome at Porthcothan Clifftop Camping.

Site type

Motorhome pitches 3
Tent pitches 38
Open now
Opens 27 June
Please note
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the site are unlit.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Fri, 27 Jun to

Pitch types & availability

Accommodation

Tent pitchesTouring caravan pitchesMotorhome pitchesLodges, cabins, pods or hutsCaravans for hireRent a tent
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2 adults
0 children

Reviews

9.5

Overall rating from 123 Pitchup.com customers

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Child friendliness
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Cleanliness
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95% would recommend this site to a friend

93% would stay here again

What customers say

Spectacular clifftop sea views & coastal path access. Owner Jeff praised for being friendly/helpful. Clean, basic facilities (hot showers, compost loos). Peaceful, spacious vibe, great for dogs & wild camping feel. A bit basic/windy for some, but mostly very positive with many keen to return.

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Arrival date (latest first)

Great camp spot for the night in our campervan. Stunning views and…

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Helen R.

Non-electric grass campervan, tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked Great camp spot for the night in our campervan. Stunning views and plenty of space. Basic amenities all you need.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Just wonderful

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sarah C.

Non-electric grass campervan, tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked Loved the casual clean freindly baisc provsion of this site.
Just perfect .................. no words

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Wonderful!

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Imogen H.

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked Amazing views! Great compost toilets, always very clean. Jeff is very friendly and just overall a very relaxed site, perfect for what we wanted with our dog!

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Jeff was extremely kind and helpful when our car broke down on…

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Fran R.

Non-electric grass campervan, tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked Jeff was extremely kind and helpful when our car broke down on route to the campsite. He helped with finding a garage and even gave us a bell tent when our car (and roof tent) was taken away to be fixed.
We can’t thank him enough for all his generosity!
The facilities were always clean and well maintained. The campsite is in a great location and has incredible sea views! Great value for money!
We all had a lovely time and will definitely be returning. Will be recommending to anyone looking to camp in the Padstow area!

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Very friendly staff, nice and peaceful place, lovely view, on the SWCP

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Anonymous

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked Very nice and clean basic campsite with hot showers, toilets and drinkable water. The view over cliffs is excelent!! Great for hikers as the campsite is practically on the SWCP. A wooden table was a great improvement for our stay!

Disliked Only one functioning tap with drinkable water. The price is higher in compare with better equipped campsites.

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Beautifull place with amazing views ! Definitely going to be coming here…

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Jake K.

Non-electric grass campervan, tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked Beautifull place with amazing views ! Definitely going to be coming here again and again 🙂

Recommend to friends Visit again

Excellent campsite with plenty of space and incredible views. Kept very…

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Matt A.

Non-electric grass campervan, tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked Excellent campsite with plenty of space and incredible views. Kept very clean by Jeff. The composting toilets were regularly cleaned and the shower facilities were spot on. Excellent views of the north coast with easy access to the coastal path.

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Brilliant views and on the coastal path…

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Anonymous

Non-electric grass campervan, tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked Brilliant views and on the coastal path

Recommend to friends Visit again

Would stay again

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Paul H.

Non-electric grass campervan, tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked Great view , plenty of space , near coastal path 1/4 mile from the beach , friendly relaxed owner

Disliked Toilets

Recommend to friends Visit again

Thank you!

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Savannah K.

Non-electric grass campervan, tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked Incredible views, peaceful, short walk to the beach, dog friendly, people friendly and very chilled and laid back. Facilities were great and very clean and as locals, we will come back again asap!

Disliked Honestly, nothing to dislike for us. Depending on what you like, but for us it was perfect.

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Features

Pop-up campground

Dogs allowed

Campfires allowed

Leisure on site

Bar or club house Beach access 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 Wild swimming

Amenities 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 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

Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wild camping Wildlife haven

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

Farm Medium (26-50 pitches) Pop-up campground

Nearby leisure

Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Surf school nearby Watersports nearby

Location

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

Please do not follow Google Maps, as it will take you down a dead-end road. Use the following instructions (or what3words: postcard.pacifist.tortoises). The gateway for the site is 20 yards along on the left just past a grey cottage (on the right) called Carnavis Cottage. It is clearly marked with the logo and the name Porthcothan Clifftop Camping. Please do not continue up to Carnevas Holiday Park, which is a separate business.

Nearest transport

Coach
10.8 km Shop Corner
10.8 km Porth Four Turns
12.1 km Bus Station
Rail
11.6 km Newquay Rail Station
12.1 km Quintrell Downs Rail Station
13.8 km St Columb Road Rail Station
Ferry
6.6 km Padstow Ferry Landing
7.4 km Rock Padstow Ferry Landing
31.8 km Mevagissey Ferry Landing
Airport
7.3 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

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 walk along the coast, further afield are the bigger towns. Padstow (15 minutes’ drive), in particular, has lots to like: access to the Camel Trail, a busy harbour, a ferry to Rock and Prideaux Palace. To the south of Padstow is Trevibban Mill Vineyard (15 minutes) and its Cornish cider and wine tasting activities. Wadebridge (25 minutes) also has bicycle hire for the Camel Trail if you want to end your route in Padstow. Port Isaac (40 minutes), further afield, is a historic place with rows of cottages, a historic harbour and kayaking, coasteering or speed boat trips. If you’re looking for more entertainment of the active sort, Newquay Activity Centre (30 minutes) runs surf lessons, paddleboarding and other watersports. Kids are also likely to enjoy Newquay Zoo (30 minutes) and near Wadebridge, the Camel Creek Adventure Park (15 minutes), which has rides, small animals and a 5D cinema.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Porthcothan 0.6 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Treyarnon Bay 1.6 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Constantine Bay 2.4 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Booby’S Bay 3 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentN/A
Harlyn Bay 3.4 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Cornwall's Crealy Great Adventure Park 6.7 km

Rock Beach 7.6 km

Blue Reef Aquarium 11.8 km

Fistral Beach 11.8 km

Newquay Zoo 11.8 km

National Trust

Carnewas and Bedruthan Steps 3.6 km

Trerice 14.2 km

Tintagel Old Post Office 25.1 km

Trelissick Garden 32.9 km

Cornish Mines and Engines 36.2 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

Harlyn and Constantine Bays 3.4 km

Bedruthen Steps and Park Head 3.6 km

Trevone Bay - Constantine Bay - South West Coastal Path 4.6 km

PRIDEAUX PLACE 6.3 km

Padstow and the South-West Coast Path 6.3 km

Local events

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

    Newquay, England 8.7 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 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?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  10 a.m. –  10 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Porthcothan Clifftop Camping? From R711,82 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.