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Penrose Farm Wild Campsite

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Off-grid wild camping on the Cornish coast two miles from Falmouth
Walk to Maenporth or Swanpool beach within 20 minutes
Sea views and direct access to the South West Coast Path

Getting out on the South West Coast Path could barely be easier than it is from Penrose Farm Wild Camping – this Cornwall site is right by the shoreline between Falmouth and Maenporth, and it has its own private access gate to the coast path. That means you can get out for short or long seaside strolls whenever you like, or use the path to get to one of the local beaches: Maenporth and Swanpool are your closest, at about 15 minutes and 20 minutes’ walk respectively. There are places to eat at both spots too, so you could leave the car behind for several days here and simply get about on foot easily enough. And there’s no need to leave the coast behind once you’re done with outings for the day, because this field is close enough to the shore to have gorgeous sea views from the pitches. They look out to the east, so it’s worth being up for sunrise, but they’re still splendid of an evening (and you can light up a barbecue or campfire to keep you warm as you sit and gaze out at the waves). This is an off-grid wild camping site so facilities are limited, but you’ll have access to a compost loo. It’s all very laidback in vibe, so kids and dogs are welcome and there aren’t any real restrictions on arrival and departure times.

Site type

Please note

This site has no on-site shower facilities.

Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
Group bookings of 3 or more units (e.g. tent, touring caravan, motorhome or accommodation hire) travelling together are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
Group bookings of 6 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
Bookings must not be for more than 14 consecutive nights.
The site caters for families (immediate members) and couples only - bookings from all other forms of groups are not accepted.
At least one of the party members must be aged 21 or over.
If making a fire, the fuel, logs and coal have to be purchased on site.
Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the site are unlit.
Bookings must not consist of more than 2 different households.
Please note that the toilet facilities are unisex.
There is no reception on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.

Languages spoken

English

Pitch types & availability

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Non-electric grass tent pitch

6 people maximum

Ground type: Grass

Pitch size: Min 8.0m width x 8.0m depth (26.2ft width x 26.2ft depth) Calculated area: 64.0m² (688.9ft²)

6 people maximum

One Tent allowed per pitch

Additional units require additional pitches - quick book via 'Make another booking like this' after making your booking.

Pitch size

Min 8.0m width x 8.0m depth (26.2ft width x 26.2ft depth) Calculated area: 64.0m² (688.9ft²)

Ground type

Grass

Twin-axle vehicles accepted

Suitable for

Tent, (Trailer tent not allowed)

Features

Bring a gazebo 1 included, 1 max.
Bring an awning 1 included, 1 max.
Bring a pup tent 1 included, 1 max.
Car 1 included, 2 max.

Car parking by pitch/unit
Firepit

Extras

Dog (3 max)

£2 (£2) per night
Extra car (1 max) £5 (£5) per stay

You will be able to choose extras on the booking page.

Arrival days

No availability on our site

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There is a part of me that doesn’t want to leave a…

Overall	10/10
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Georgina M. Aug 2023

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked: There is a part of me that doesn’t want to leave a review, because this location is so heavenly we don’t want too many people turning up! Loved the view of the ocean, sailing boats gliding by during the day, fishing boat lights twinkling at night. Blissfully peaceful, sweet serenity. All we heard was nature and the happy sounds of fellow campers. Spacious location so plenty of space between pitch ups, when we opened up we could only see the glorious views. Friendly helpful host who allows fires and BBQs. So far this is the best location we have camped at and we will be returning.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Expensive for no facilities but worth it for the epic location

Overall	8/10
Location	10
Value for money	6
Accommodation	8
Facilities / Activities	6
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	6
Wifi	2

Anonymous Aug 2023

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked: Amazing views and great location

Disliked: Spider webs across toilet bowl

Recommend to friends Visit again

We stayed at the farm in our small campervan and loved the…

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	6
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	6
Customer service	8
Child friendliness	No rating
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Wifi	No rating

Anonymous Jul 2023

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked: We stayed at the farm in our small campervan and loved the remoteness of the site and the incredible views. It was very quiet during our stay which meant we had the whole field to ourselves at times. We had a toilet in our van so we didn’t use the facilities so can’t comment on that.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great views with an open field which was refreshing for someone living…

Overall	8/10
Location	10
Value for money	8
Accommodation	6
Facilities / Activities	6
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	No rating
Cleanliness	8
Wifi	No rating

Anonymous Jul 2023

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked: Great views with an open field which was refreshing for someone living in london

Recommend to friends Visit again

Absolutely beautiful quiet spot. Incredible views!…

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	8
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	8
Wifi	No rating

Anonymous Aug 2022

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked: Absolutely beautiful quiet spot. Incredible views!

Disliked: Loo could have been better stocked with toilet roll etc.

Recommend to friends Visit again

My favourite stop in the area for sure

Overall	8/10
Location	8
Value for money	8
Accommodation	6
Facilities / Activities	6
Customer service	8
Child friendliness	8
Cleanliness	8
Wifi	No rating

Anonymous Aug 2022

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked: The view was fantastic. Toilets very clean and not smelly at all. Very respectful atmosphere. Helpful contact number and assistance from Nigel and family

Disliked: Only that it didn’t have a shower but that wasn’t too much of an issue for us, and we knew Thai prior to camping

Recommend to friends Visit again

Excellent site, peaceful with stunning views.

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	10

Becky S. Sept 2022

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked: The view is breathing taking and I’ve never seen so many stars. One night I was the only camper and felt really safe. Beautiful site, I would recommend although also like to keep it a secret.

Recommend to friends Visit again

View was incredible, park up where ever takes your fancy, clean composting…

Overall	8/10
Location	10
Value for money	6
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	6
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	No rating
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	No rating

Caitlin S. Sept 2022

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked: View was incredible, park up where ever takes your fancy, clean composting loos, so close to the SWCP and walkable to lots of awesome beaches.

Disliked: Quite pricy for the facilities on offer compared to other campsites. But the view was INCREDIBLE.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Excellent view and even, soft pitches

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	8
Accommodation	8
Facilities / Activities	No rating
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	No rating
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	No rating

Anonymous Aug 2022

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked: Excellent view. Even and soft grass surface. Sufficient compost toilet and water tap.

Disliked: The signage for finding the campsite could be a little bit improved, it was a little bit hard to follow when we arrived after dark.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Beautiful unbeatable views and location

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	6
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	No rating

Michelle L. Aug 2022

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked: Everything

Disliked: Nothing

Recommend to friends Visit again

Features

Pop-up campsite

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

Watersports

Amenities on site

Bath available

Car parking by pitch/unit

Composting toilet

Disabled facilities

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

Utilities

Charging facilities

Chemical disposal

Electric car charging point(s)

Gas cylinders available

Recycling available

Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby

Dog walk nearby

Type

Medium (26-50 pitches)

Pop-up campsite

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby

Golf nearby

Restaurant nearby

Touring and motorhomes

Seasonal pitches

Location

Penrose Farm Wild Campsite

Penrose Farm

Maenporth

Falmouth

Cornwall

England

TR11 5HL

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London GMT (GMT+00:00)

GPS

50.13052°N
-5.08579°W

Nearest transport

Coach

1.8 mi The Moor B

2.6 mi Bridge

4.8 mi Post Office and Stores

Rail

1.4 mi Penmere Rail Station

1.5 mi Falmouth Town Rail Station

1.9 mi Falmouth Docks Rail Station

Ferry

1.8 mi Falmouth Custom House Quay

1.8 mi Falmouth Ntl Maritime Museum Ferry Landing

1.9 mi Falmouth Prince of Wales Pier Ferry Landing

Airport

19.2 mi Penzance Airport

22.2 mi Newquay St Mawgan Airport

25.9 mi 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

The coast is the big draw around here, of course – and no doubt you’ll start with outings to Maenporth and Swanpool beach, which are both within 20 minutes’ walk. You could continue from either of these for a splendid day’s walking along the South West Coast Path – perhaps as far as Durgan (an hour and a half’s walk), where you can turn inland to explore Glendurgan Garden or Trebah Garden. Alternatively you can drive to either within 15 minutes. Spotted any seals as you walk? It’s perhaps unlikely, so you may need to pay a visit to the Cornish Seal Sanctuary (25 minutes’ drive). To meet equally cute four-legged rescue animals, aim for the Flicka Foundation donkey sanctuary (10 minutes). Some time in Falmouth (five minutes’ drive/40 minutes’ walk) is also a fine idea, to peruse Pendennis Castle, visit the art galleries and take a boat to St Mawes, a lovely little fishing village across the estuary with a beach, castle and a network of winding streets to wander through.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name	Distance	Type	2020	2019	2018	2017
Maenporth	0.5 mi	Sea	N/A	Good	Good	Good
Swanpool	0.8 mi	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Gyllyngvase	1.3 mi	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Porthallow	4.3 mi	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Porthoustock	5.3 mi	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

National Maritime Museum Cornwall 1.8 mi

Pendennis Castle 2 mi

Trebah Garden 2.3 mi

National Seal Sanctuary 5.9 mi

Flambards 8.2 mi

National Trust

Glendurgan Garden 2.3 mi

St Anthony Head 4.2 mi

Trelissick Garden 6.4 mi

Penrose Estate: Gunwalloe and Loe Pool 9.9 mi

Cornish Mines and Engines 10.3 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

PENJERRICK 0.9 mi

FALMOUTH GENERAL CEMETERY 1 mi

GLENDURGAN 2.1 mi

TREBAH 2.4 mi

Helford - St. Anthony-in-Meneage - Gillan Creek - Manaccan 3.4 mi

Local events

Boardmasters (Wednesday 7 August 2024 – Wednesday 7 August 2024)
Newquay, Cornwall 21.2 mi
Eden Sessions (Wednesday 12 June 2024 – Wednesday 12 June 2024)
Par, Cornwall 21.9 mi

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.

Policies

Booking terms and conditions

Admission

At least one of the party members must be aged 21 or over.
Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.

Arrivals and departures

Late arrivals must notify the park as soon as possible. Your booking will be held for 24 hours. After this period the management reserves the right to relet your unit.
No refunds/discounts for inclement weather, late arrivals or early departures.
Please pick any available pitch on arrival.

Coronavirus

Owing to government regulations, groups of 6 or more people are not permitted.

Dogs

Dogs must be kept on leads and supervised at all times.

General

Bookings are nominative and non-transferable.
Bookings must not be for more than 14 consecutive nights.
In the event of a complaint, please speak to reception immediately. Complaints which are not brought to the management's attention during your stay cannot be dealt with once you have left the site.
Please note that the toilet facilities are unisex.
Quiet hours must be respected between 12 a.m. and 8 a.m..
Radio, music and TV players must be kept at a low volume. Car doors and boots must be closed quietly.
The management reserves the right to deny access or terminate the stay of those guests whose behaviour is deemed unsuitable. No refunds will be offered.
The site is not liable for any refund in the event of force majeure.
This site has no on-site shower facilities.

Occupancy

Bookings must not consist of more than 2 different households.
Group bookings of 3 or more units (e.g. tent, touring caravan, motorhome or accommodation hire) travelling together are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
Group bookings of 6 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
The site caters for families (immediate members) and couples only - bookings from all other forms of groups are not accepted.

Pitches

Units should not be left unoccupied unless previously agreed with the management. Please speak to reception when the need arises, a fee may be charged for unsupervised units.
You must follow the management directives when pitching your tent/unit and related equipment.

Reception

There is no reception on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.

Safety

Barbecues are permitted but must be raised off the ground and attended by an adult at all times.
Firearms are not permitted.
Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the site are unlit.
If making a fire, the fuel, logs and coal have to be purchased on site.

Taxes

This area is not subject to city tax.

Visitors

Visitors must leave the premises by 12 a.m..

Payment terms

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What attractions are near Penrose Farm Wild Campsite? The coast is the big draw around here, of course – and no doubt you’ll start with outings to Maenporth and Swanpool beach, which are both within 20 minutes’ walk. You could … Read more
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