Prosper House Camping
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- Family-run campsite in the small village of Gwithian
- Under a mile from the South West Coast Path; Hayle four miles
- Utility corner with charging facilities and a communal fridge
Site type
4
4
1
Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.- Group bookings of 5 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
- No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Fri, 15 May to
Pitch types & availability
4 
Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch (pet friendly)
5 people maximum Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Min 10m width × 10m depth (100m²)
Arrival daysFrom £20 (£20)
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- 8
Reuben's Cube shepherd's hut
2 people maximum 
No dogs allowed Dimensions: 11ft width × 6ft length
Arrival daysFrom £168 (£168)
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Reviews
98% would recommend this site to a friend
94% would stay here again
What customers say
Small, peaceful site with great access to beach and pub. Reviewers love the spacious pitches, no-frills charm, and clean facilities (hot showers, communal fridge/freezer). Some privacy concerns in loos/showers and patchy phone signal noted. Guests keen to return for the relaxed vibe and welcoming hosts.
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Last updated 2026/06/23
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Really nice little site, tucked away…
Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch (pet friendly)
Liked Really nice little site, tucked away with a pub right next door.
Very clean and tidy.
Disliked NONE
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Peaceful, clean, good sized pitches &…
Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch (pet friendly)
Liked Peaceful, clean, good sized pitches & easy to find
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Perfect location, lovely spacious site. Will definitely return.
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Anonymous Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch (pet friendly)
Liked The site was well maintained and had lovely big pitches. The showers and toilets were clean and shower temperature was perfect.
Disliked Road was noisy with speeding cars in the evening. Obviously not the sites fault. No WiFi but nice to get away from it all.
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Great location, lovely sized pitches, small and not overcrowded.
Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch (pet friendly)
Liked The size of the pitch, location was great for coast path, access to beach, bus stop for 14 and 18 to get to different places without moving the campervan, lovely local pub. Freezer space for ice packs and lovely hot shower, only tried the left one based on the previous reviews.
Disliked A few gaps around the toilet and shower doors making them not entirely private, but ppl didn't tend to loitre once they knew someone was in there.
Didn't bother us, but some ppl may be disappointed with lack of phone signal & no wifi.
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Fantastic place. Clean and good facilities :)
Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch (pet friendly)
Liked Fantastic little campsite which had a great community feel. It was also very close to the beach, surfing, restaurants and next to a pub. We really enjoyed our stay at this campsite and would definitely return.
Disliked Disliked nothing. However, it could be useful to install a road mirror adjacent to the campsite entrance as it's quite a tight blind spot when pulling out.
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Excellent location simple site and faci…
Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch (pet friendly)
Liked Excellent location simple site and faci lovely hot showers
Disliked We missed the site entrance as we approached from a different direction. A second sign on the entrance would have helped
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Great site basic but has everything you need fantastic location
Anonymous Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch (pet friendly)
Liked Great small site, fantastic pitch sizes, fantastic location beach nearby, pub and small shop
Disliked Nothing, although dog wasn't a chicken fan!! 😁
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Basic.
Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch (pet friendly)
Liked Great hot water showers, laidback atmosphere, sound of the sea through the night (when it wasn't raining), lots of birdlife, convenient pub, and camp shop and coffee bar over the road on a different site but open to anybody.
Disliked Kitchen area (fridge, freezer, kettle and phone charging sockets) neglected and a bit grubby, though toilets and shower huts were maintained to a reasonable level.
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Pitch size Hot showers Near the beach The chickens…
Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch (pet friendly)
Liked Pitch size
Hot showers
Near the beach
The chickens were friendly
Good communication from owner
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Basic, cleanish amenities; owner next door if needed; great location.
Anonymous Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch (pet friendly)
Liked The site is very quiet and secluded, only the odd pleasant neigh from a horse in the field next door penetrated the silence.
Before my arrival, Ruth did clearly state that the amenities were fairly rustic. This is immediately evident, but the cleanliness was generally good and the left hand shower was always hot. Each of my cool mornings, I found it very hard to leave.
It is also in an ideal position to explore the natural beauty around Gwithian, and the beach is just a short walk away.
A pub serving lovely food is almost ‘on site’ and the close proximity to the ‘Horse Box’ mobile cafe is a bonus too!!
Disliked It would have been of great help if the owner had been far more proactive before my arrival. I felt communication was very ‘hit and miss’ with answers to queries taking too long to get a reply. This was very frustrating when facing difficult planning decisions at home.
Onto more physical matters, the shower on the right was very temperamental, so much so that I used it once and gave up.
The ‘fridge and food prep’ shed was extremely basic and smelt a little unsavoury. The contents (not anything supplied by owner) of the fridge were questionable as to age and whether they had been just dumped and left to deteriorate by previous campers.
Finally, the phone signal is a bit ify and I usually had to leave the campsite to get hooked up. Saying that, in many situations, though not ideal, this can be seen as a positive too!
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Features
Dogs 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 Picnic table 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 yearUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Communal freezer Communal fridge Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Public transport nearbyType
Small (11-25 pitches)Nearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Surf school nearby Watersports nearbyLocation
Prosper House Camping
Prosper House
Gwithian
Cornwall
England
TR27 5BW
Directions Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
50,22041°N
5,38482°W
Nearest transport
Coach
Rail
Ferry
AirportPlease 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gwithian Towans | 1 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Upton Towans | 1,4 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | N/A |
| Godrevy Towans | 1,5 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | N/A |
| Hayle Towans | 2,9 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Mexico Towans | 3,5 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | N/A |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Tate St Ives 7 km
Cornwall Industrial Discovery Centre 8,6 km
St Michael's Mount 13,2 km
National Seal Sanctuary 18,9 km
Trebah Garden 22,6 km
National Trust
Godrevy 1,1 km
Cornish Mines and Engines 8,6 km
Godolphin 9,7 km
St Michael's Mount 13,2 km
Penrose Estate: Gunwalloe and Loe Pool 16,4 km
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Hell's Mouth 4,4 km
HAYLE ESTUARY (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 15/08/1996) 5,1 km
THE DOWNES (ST MICHAEL'S CONVENT) 5,3 km
BARBARA HEPWORTH SCULPTURE GARDEN 6,8 km
St Ives - Bosigran - Penzance: Part 1 7 km
Local events
- Boardmasters (Wednesday, 5 August 2026 – Wednesday, 5 August 2026)
Newquay, England 34,3 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 Prosper House Camping have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Prosper House Camping dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Prosper House Camping? If you like surfing or fancy trying it out, get in touch with staff on site who can recommend a local kit hire company and surf school operating in St Ives Bay. … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Prosper House Camping?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: noon – 9 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. On-site accommodation Arrive: 3 p.m. – 10 p.m. Depart by: 10 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Prosper House Camping? From R448,51 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.