Camp Kovva
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Add your business details- Simple and scenic site with a family-friendly summer camp vibe
- A 35-minute walk to Portreath beach and the South West Coast Path
- Kiosk selling supplies and a pub down the road; firepits permitted
This Cornish site might be no frills, but it’s got tons of character. Simple and scenic is how Camp Kovva likes it – and they’ve got you covered with shower blocks, earth-friendly composting toilets and a kiosk that sells essential supplies. Think wild summer camp vibes combined with grounded, off-grid living…
It’s a chilled-out base here, tucked away in the Cornish countryside but just 35 minutes’ walk from the closest stretch of sand. Portreath beach is a popular one for families, as well as those looking to catch some sweet swells (there’s a surf school that’ll teach any beginners the basics or let you out surfboards).
Firepits are permitted on site for those wanting to warm their brews (and if you’ve forgotten tea bags, just head to the site’s kiosk). The site is very much a wildlife haven, and a relaxing one at that, but if you fancy a little pampering session or a swim, there’s an indoor pool half an hour’s walk away and a spa a short drive away. If you’ve got any kids to think of, there’s also a huge soft play area at Base Camp, five minutes’ drive away.
Where else might a walk take you? Well, there’s a pub just five minutes’ walk down the road and if it’s Cornish pasties you’re looking for, you’re bound to find some in Portreath (half an hour’s walk), where there are bakeries, more pubs, cafés and restaurants. This is a good spot to stroll right onto the South West Coast Path, which heads over the St Agnes Heritage Coast.
Site type
4
5Languages spoken
English
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Features
No dogs allowed
Pop-up campground
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 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 WifiGroups welcome
D. of E. welcome Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed No dogs allowedThemes
Forest Peaceful Spectacular scenery Wild campingUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearby Shop nearbyType
Farm Pop-up campground Small (11-25 pitches)Accessibility
Disabled facilitiesNearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycle hire nearby Indoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby Surf school nearby Watersports nearbyLocation
Camp Kovva
Bridge Hill
Portreath
Cornwall
England
TR16 4QP
Directions Timezone
Europe/London GMT (GMT+00:00)
GPS
50.25501°N
-5.26272°W
Nearest transport
Coach3.2 km Cornwall College
3.2 km Cornwall College
3.5 km Alma Place
Rail3.6 km Redruth Rail Station
5.5 km Camborne Rail Station
11.6 km Perranwell Rail Station
Ferry16 km Ponsharden Ferry Landing
17.1 km Flushing Falmouth Ferry Landing
17.2 km Trelisick Ferry Landing
Airport23 km Penzance Airport
28.2 km Newquay St Mawgan Airport
33.6 km Land's End St Just 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
Where to set down on the Cornwall coast, aside from pretty Portreath beach? Perhaps Chapel Porth Beach (15 minutes’ drive), a small but sweet sandy beach at the bottom of a valley with caves, rockpools and splendid surf. The Towans (20 minutes) beaches are a well-known surfing hotspot, but non-surfers will also like the fine, white sand and dunes. Perran Sands beach (25 minutes) has more dunes and great swells.
Those of you looking for some scenic stretches along the South West Coast Path will be set with the gorse and World War II lookouts along St Agnes Head (20 minutes). Further afield, lively St Ives (25 minutes) is a destination for all things art galleries, fishing trips and beach days.
As for spectacular spots on the south Cornwall coast, which is also within driving distance, St Michael's Mount (half an hour) has to be high up there. You’ll cross the causeway to this castle island when the tide’s right, so bring a picnic and prepare for an insight into older times.
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
| Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portreath | 2.3 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Porthtowan | 3.9 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Chapel Porth | 5.4 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Trevaunance Cove | 8.5 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Godrevy Towans | 9.5 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | N/A |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Cornwall Industrial Discovery Centre 3 km
Truro Cathedral 15.1 km
Tate St Ives 16.3 km
National Seal Sanctuary 18.2 km
National Maritime Museum Cornwall 18.3 km
National Trust
Cornish Mines and Engines 3.1 km
Godrevy 9.4 km
Godolphin 14.7 km
Trelissick Garden 16.8 km
Penrose Estate: Gunwalloe and Loe Pool 19.2 km
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Circular walk Portreath - Tehidy Country Park - Reskajeage Downs - Coastal Path 2.3 km
Porth Towan - Towan Cross - Chapel Porth 3.8 km
Hell's Mouth 5.1 km
St Agnes Beacon 7.1 km
Hanover 10.6 km
Local events
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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 Camp Kovva have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Camp Kovva dog friendly? No View all features
- What attractions are near Camp Kovva? Where to set down on the Cornwall coast, aside from pretty Portreath beach? Perhaps Chapel Porth Beach (15 minutes’ drive), a small but sweet sandy beach at the bottom of a valley … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Camp Kovva?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: 2 p.m. – 6 p.m. Depart by: 10 a.m. On-site accommodation Arrive: 2 p.m. – 6 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m.