Fun packed adventure awaits at Via Ferrata Cornwall, an outdoor activity centre providing adrenaline filled holidays for all. There are just 15 grass pitches for tent campers, all with plenty of space. Ideally located just 20 minutes from Falmouth and with an onsite cafe serving cakes, breakfasts and lunches, this is a great Cornish spot. Why not relax with a BBQ, explore the nature trails or watch your under 10's enjoy the wild play area!

Why choose Via Ferrata Cornwall

Set on an outdoor pursuits centre with zip-lining, Via Ferrata, watersports, climbing and more!

A lovely onsite cafe serving delicious homemade cakes, breakfasts and lunches

Ideally located just 20 minutes from Falmouth with stunning views across the bay

About the site

This family and dog friendly campsite is part of an award winning outdoor pursuits centre, with an incredible range of onsite activities (subject to availability). The site is exclusively for campers with tents only, with ten grass pitches without electric hook up and five with 16 amp electric hook up. Each one is set in its own spot with plenty of space. Lovely beaches are just 15 minutes away by car, including Swanpool which has golden sands and plenty to do, and Gyllyngvase with lovely views and a cafe and snack bar. Set amongst 60 acres, there really is something for everyone. Take on the Via Ferrata course, take to the water in a kayak, canoe or paddle board, discover the thrill of coasteering and rock climbing, or see if you can hit the bullseye with archery. Conveniently all onsite you'll find a Zip Wire Safari, three exhilarating zip wires which see you flying around their stunning quarry to your heart's content. There is also an ultimate high wire adventure involving scaling cliff faces, balancing across the high wire bridge and zip-lining. Please note, all the activities listed are an extra. Campers are not permitted to access the water/quarries for watersports or swimming with their own kit but must book any activities separately as they are led by qualified Instructors. Why not discover the adventure activities, or sit back and relax with lovely views over Falmouth Bay, just 20 minutes away by car. Dog owners please note, there are two types of pitches, electric bays and non electric field camping. Dogs are permitted in the electric bays but are not allowed in the main field. Elsewhere on the site, dogs are welcome at the cafe and in the nature trails, however they are not permitted in the wild play area for children. Please keep them on the lead at all times to avoid the dangers of quarry edges. Campfires and BBQs are allowed, just please keep them raised off the grass.

Via Ferrata Cornwall is open from 18/07 to 11/09. Pitches from £20/night for 2 people.

"A stunning location with lovely walks and simple, but great facilities"

Sue C

"The location is just great, less than an hour's drive from all the famous Cornish landmarks"

Aurore C

What facilities are at Via Ferrata Cornwall?

Accessible facilities

Allow commercial vans

Allow pets on site

Café / restaurant / takeaway

Drinking water

Family friendly

Shop

Showers

Toilets

W.C. disposal

WiFi

Baby changing facilities

Electric hookups

Fires allowed

Freezer

Kids club

Kids playground

Near beach

Near pub

Peaceful

Wash up area

Watersports

The site has a toilet block for campers, which includes two unisex toilets, four unisex showers, and a washing up area. It also uses solar and wind power for electricity. There is also a second facilities block, shared with café customers, which has three unisex toilets, sinks, and a baby changing unit. A freezer is available for ice blocks.

There is an onsite cafe run by The Cornish Barista, serving up breakfast, brunch, lunch and homemade cakes, with several vegan options too. Part of the takings go to charity. The closest supermarket is an Asda just a ten minute drive away in Falmouth.

There's also an Adventure Holiday Club for children aged 6-13 - this is a chance to treat your children to a half or full day of adventure activities away from the parents! Activities include canoeing, climbing, zip-lining, coasteering, catapulting, adventure quarry games, archery and more. Please note that this must be booked in advance separately.

Nearby, the Halfway House pub is just a five minute drive away.

There are 15 accommodation options on-site

Bookable pitches and accommodation options

10 x Non Electric Grass Tent Pitches

Max 5 people

Grass pitches measuring 4m x 4m suitable for tents only. No electric. Sorry, no pets.

5 x Electric Grass Tent Pitches

Max 5 people

Grass pitches measuring 12m x 6m with 16 amp electric hookups and water points. Suitable for tents only. Pets welcome.

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Clarissa H

Large Tent - Non Electric Grass Tent PitchesAug 2026

Second time being here, live it for many reasons Peace and tranquility Activities on site Not far from lots of other amazing places to see/visit

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Yvonne W

Medium Tent - Electric Grass Tent Pitches Aug 2026

Staff were really friendly lovely place to camp kids club my daughter thought was brilliant we will be coming back

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Kelly S

Large Tent - Electric Grass Tent Pitches Aug 2026

The site itself is set in a very lovely hidden location, beautiful walks and the quarry is very pretty. It is very quiet which was nice. The cafe was lovely and reasonably priced, great food and all the staff were very sweet and helpful! The shower/toilet facilities weren't amazing and not very private, just one small block with two toilets and I think if I remember 4 showers, however they were fine and did the job okay. We had changed our check in date for the 16th which wasn't updated on the system so when we arrived no one was on site to check us in and as it was dark we had no idea where to pitch up so we found a space in the field for the night then moved to our actual pitch in the morning. The site is about 20 mins away from Falmouth town which is beautiful, lots of lovely shops and a lovely marina. Overall we had a lovely stay and would definitely come back here.

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Frequently asked questions about Via Ferrata Cornwall

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Site rules

What time is check-in and check out at Via Ferrata Cornwall?

Check-in is available 2pm-4:30pm, followed by self check in. Check out is by 10am.

Is Via Ferrata Cornwall dog-friendly?

Yes two dogs are permitted per electric grass pitch, but no dogs are allowed on the non electric grass pitches.

Does Via Ferrata Cornwall allow BBQs and campfires?

Yes both are allowed just please keep them raised off the grass. Fire pits can be hired onsite.

Does Via Ferrata Cornwall allow group bookings?

Group bookings of five or more adults are not allowed. Hen and stag parties are also not permitted.

Pitches

What amp is the electric hook up at Via Ferrata Cornwall?

The electric grass tent pitches have 16 amp electric hook up.

Facilities

Is there WiFi at Via Ferrata Cornwall?

Yes there is internet access onsite.

Is there a restaurant or cafe at Via Ferrata Cornwall?

Yes the onsite cafe The Cornish Barista serves breakfast, brunch, lunch and homemade cakes. There are vegan options and part of the proceeds go to charity.

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How do I book the onsite activities at Via Ferrata Cornwall?

There is an incredible range of watersports and other adrenaline fuelled activities waiting to be explored at this site. However, these are subject to availability and it is recommended that you book prior to your stay vis the site's website.

A note from the site themselves...

We hope you love our site as much as we do! Our 60 acres of woodland, heathland and water-filled quarries is a haven for a diverse array of wildlife, which we actively encourage through tree planting, using bug hotels and more.

Away from the crowds, it's the perfect place to relax, take in the views and explore the nature trails. It's also where our charity BF Adventure is based. We use outdoor education and youth work to support Cornwall's young people in need - all the profits from our campsite and activities go to this cause, so by choosing us you'll be making a difference!

Via Ferrata Cornwall is ideal for...

Couples

Duke of Edinburgh Award

Older children (13+)

Peace and quiet

Young children

Things to do on site and in the Penryn area

There's plenty to do onsite at the outdoor pursuits centre should you not want to leave the site during your stay. Take on the Via Ferrata, soar through the air on the Zip Wire Safari, try your hand at archery, plunge into the water with coasteering, try a range of paddlesports or go rock climbing.

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