MORNING CAMPERS
NAMPARRA CAMPSITE, THE LIZARD
TREEN FARM NEAR LAND’S END
My word this place is lovely! Set in a six acre meadow next to the coastal path and some of Cornwall’s most beautiful coves and beaches (Kennack Sands, Poltesco, Cadgwith) here the gentle pace of life really starts to sink in. This family-run site has great facilities and a “quirky” bar in a cow shed complete with pool table and straw on the ground. There are no formal pitches, so you can camp pretty much where you like. You can light a camp fire or if you prefer there are some chimeneas that guests are welcome to use free of charge. Well behaved dogs are welcome. A standard pitch costs £15 in summer and includes 2 adults and three children in the price. Namparra Campsite, Kuggar, Nr Helston,TR12 7LY. (www.namparracampsite.co.uk, 01326 290040).
The wild and unspoilt location of this family-run camp site has loyal fans. Some regulars have been coming back to this beautiful campsite for 50 years. Treen Farm is an organic dairy farm that’s been in the same family for five generations. The site also has a stirring history. It was commandeered by the RAF and used as a radar station in WWII. But nothing detracts from the beautiful views over Logan Rock. A string of lovely, sandy beaches (Pedn-vounder, Porthcurno and Porth Chapel) are easy walking distance from the site, the famed Minack Theatre is just around the corner and the coast path is on the door step.
PRUSSIA COVE CARAVAN AND CAMPING, PENZANCE This understated campsite is all about simplicity. With beautiful Prussia Cove a short walk away you don’t really need anything else. The views alone do more for body and soul than any old hotel and spa. Removed from everything, perched above the coast path stretching between the Lizard Peninsula and Penzance this is a magical and peaceful place. Add to that the family-friendly facilities and great loos and showers and you have a winning combination. Prussia Cove Caravan & Camping, Prussia Cove, Penzance, TR20 9BA. (01736 762014). CORNISH TIPI HOLIDAYS, PENDOGGET, ST KEW This place offers a paradigm shift as well as a camping holiday. Off grid, carbon neutral and nestled in a 16-acre woodland valley, this is a holiday experience that takes everything very slowly. The site has 40 tipis of varying sizes equipped with camping holiday basics. Warm Turkish rugs and lanterns on poles are some of the additional touches. At the centre of the site there’s a spring-fed lake where guests can boat, fish and relax. Untouched by modern farming chemicals, flowers and butterflies, birds and mammals all thrive here. As, we’re told, do the guests. This is far from a budget option, but prices drop after the peak summer season. Prices also vary according to the size of the tipi. Cornish Tipi Holidays, Tregeare, Pendoggett, St Kew, PL30 3LW. (www.cornishtipiholidays.co.uk, 01208 880781). BAY VIEW FARM, ST MARTIN’S, LOOE This campsite has wonderful sea views overlooking Looe and St George’s Island. Just outside the campsite entrance, the coast path leads off to Millendreath Beach and on to Looe and Polperro in one direction and in the other direction to Bodigga Cliff and Seaton. Prize winning shire horses are also on the site – they are almost as popular as the views. In peak season a pitch costs £22. Two adults and two children are included in the price. Bay View Farm, St Martins, Looe, PL13 1NZ. (www.looebaycaravans.co.uk, 01503 265922).
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Home produced un-pasteurised milk, yoghurt and organic eggs, can be purchased from the farm, along with other staples. Well behaved dogs are welcome. Great facilities round off a perfect package. Adults £4.50 per person, per night. Children £3 per night and under fours are free. Treen, St Levan, Penzance, TR19 6LF. (www.treenfarmcampsite.co.uk, 07598 469322). BEACON COTTAGE FARM NEAR ST AGNES Situated in an area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and right on the Heritage Coast at St Agnes Beacon, this camp site combines fascinating local history with magical views and abundant wildlife. This site is part of a traditional working family farm of around 400 acres. The coastal path runs right past and it’s a haven for walkers, conservationists, photographers and bird watchers. Another scenic footpath links the campsite to the pretty village of St Agnes just one and a half miles away. A pitch is £22 a night and includes two people in the price. Beacon Cottage Farm, Beacon Drive, St Agnes, TR5 0NU. (www.beaconcottagefarmholidays.co.uk, 01872 552347 or 07879413862). CORNWALL’S CREALY ADVENTURE PARK, NR WADEBRIDGE Camping and an adventure holiday all rolled in to one make this a great option if you’re trying to entertain children while holidaying under canvas. This caravan park has more than 40 pitches, 20 with electric hook up and water connection. Campers also have access to the rides during opening hours throughout their stay. A sea monster and a log flume ride are two of the main attractions. Family pitch rates are £25 in the peak summer season. Crealy Great Adventure Park, Tredinnick, Wadebridge, PL27 7RA. (cornwallfun@crealy.co.uk, 01841 540276).
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