Penhale Camping and Caravan Park
Penhale Camping and Caravan Park
4.53 /5
Penhale Caravan and Camping Park is a relaxed, family-run campsite on a working organic farm just outside the ancient fishing village of Fowey. Set on 400 acres in an area of outstanding natural beauty, the campsite enjoys spectacular countryside and sea views across St Austell Bay. A peaceful haven for campers and wildlife alike, Penhale offers the chance to unwind, escape the stresses of everyday life, and get back to nature.
Breathtaking sea and country views across St. Austell Bay and the countryside
Short drive to sandy beaches including Polkerris and Par
A great base to explore Cornwall, close to the Eden Project and the Lost Gardens of Heligan
About Penhale Camping and Caravan Park
Steeped in history and rugged Cornish charm, family-run Penhale Caravan and Camping Park has provided quality caravan and camping holidays for over 60 years. Stay here for the chance to unwind while exploring the magical surrounding area. In spring and summertime, colourful blooms cover the trees, a plethora of different species of birds swoop over the fields, and the hedgerows burst into life with wild flowers. At night, the lack of light pollution makes for some awe-inspiring star-gazing, while the lights of Mevagissey twinkle in the distance over the bay. Popular with families, couples and solo travellers alike, guests can choose between a selection of large and level electric hook-up pitches, all with breathtaking views across St Austell bay, or self catering accommodation in the site's caravan holiday homes. The two and three bedroom holiday homes sleep 4-8 people, with modern facilities, heating, fully equipped kitchens, and free gas and electricity. Outside some caravans have a wooden decked area, while all have a family-sized picnic bench and ample space for parking. There is also a regular camping field, with plenty of space to spread out and no overcrowding.
Penhale Camping and Caravan Park is open from 23/03 to 01/10 in 2024 and from 01/04 to 01/10 in 2025.
Facilities include a heated and shower and toilet block with free hot showers, dish washing area, laundry room and free library. There is also an on-site shop selling award-winning local produce.
Adult only
Allow commercial vans
Allow pets on site
Bike hire
Café / restaurant
Communal BBQ
Disabled facilities
Drinking water
Electric hookups
Entertainment
Family friendly
Fires allowed
Fishing
Games room
Glamping
Golf
Horse riding
Hot tub
Kids club
Kids playground
Laundry
Near beach
Near pub
Open year round
Peaceful
RV pitches
Shop
Showers
Swimming pool
Toilet
TV room
Vineyard
Water hookups
Watersports
W.C. disposal
WiFi
There are 108 accommodation options on-site
Bookable pitches and accommodation options
37 x Non Electric Grass Pitches
Max 8 people
Grass pitches without electric found in two camping fields. Pitches are suitable for tents, trailer tents and campervans.
44 x Electric Grass Pitches
Max 8 people
Grass camping and touring pitches, measuring at least 10m x 10m. Flat grass terraces with water, electric and sea views.
15 x Electric Hardstanding Pitches
Max 8 people
Hardstanding pitches with electric hook up, suitable for trailer tents, caravans, campervans and motorhomes.
Other accommodation
12 x Holiday Homes
Two and three bedroom self catering holiday homes, sleeping 4-8. The caravans are spacious, with one double and one or two twin bedrooms, a shower room (and separate toilet in the three bedroom models) and well equipped kitchen.
4.53 /5
90%
would recommend
"Beautiful peaceful site with spotless amenities"
Tracey W - Jun 2024
"Absolutely stunning location with amazing views across the bay"
Steven B - Jun 2024
Quiet location with sea views
Recommends site
Karen E
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Location is good. However, although it is close to the Town of Fowey, it is not an an easy commute. A bus will drop you at the top of Fowey on the outskirts of the town and unless you are capable of dealing with walking up and down steep hills, you will need to get the minibus from the car park where the bus stops at an additional £2.70. A cab ride into Fowey from the site, which is less than a five minute ride, was £12.00 each way! For some reason all requests for an Uber fare, which would have been half the price, were never picked up. I carry a leg injury which causes balance issues and I found the pathways around the campsite really difficult to deal with. If I visit again I would try and get pitch as close to the shower block as possible. The shower block and toilets although dated are spotless. Showers are the push and hold the button type and the button stays in for about five seconds after letting go of it. Once released, the water stops. Site is maintained well with some lovely flower beds and the pitches are big with both water and electric hook up. The field we were in each pitch is separated by a small side fence which I liked. Almost all pitches have a sea view. The best of these views is gained the higher up the site you stay. Very good for dogs lots of space to walk them. Never came across the site owners so can't comment on that aspect. We were in a motorhome and although we have a long water hose, it wasn't long enough to use on the pitch without a lot of moving of the vehicle. I would recommend filling up with water at the parking bay for new arrivals, this eliminating the need for a very long hose.
Nice site
Recommends site
Marie M
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A nice private site, clean tidy and was good for our requirements. I thought, a little expensive, not sure why its necessary to charge £1 per dog per night, maybe thats to empty the dog waste bin? What was disappointing was that its quite clear by website and signs that dogs should be on a leads. We love dogs, but one became a bit of a nuisance and kept turning up from the bottom campsite. There were others we saw that, although friendly, did bound up to children playing and frightened them. No-one around to gently enforce the rules. Hairdryer in the ladies didn't work. If it's there it should work, free or not. Some of the pitches were fenced off, to stop walking though. Ours wasn't and we just had campers walking through our pitch without much thought. I found this rude, bad etiquette and invasive, especially as we paid £29 per night. Maybe to fence them all off would be an idea as each time a walker passed though our pitch, our dogs barked, causing unappreciated noise. We would stay again but definitely request a fenced off pitch.
Seaside joy
Recommends site
Gill M
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We were fortunate enough to have a single, hedged pitch with gorgeous views of the sea. It had an electric hook up and its own fresh water tap. The site is a working farm, but a relaxed family campsite and helpful friendly staff who are available by text or phone. We were near the toilet block (which was not a problem) but the hand dryer in the ladies is beyond loud and kept us awake, as it was in use on and off throughout the night. Very old fashioned showers that turn off every 10 seconds, but always had hot water. The camp suited us as it was quiet by 10:00pm. Thank you for allowing us to leave a bit later, James.
Site tariff
Things to do on site and in the Fowey area
The campsite is within walking distance of the fishing villages of Fowey and Par, with the pretty old market town of St Austell just a 15 minute drive away. It's also just one mile away from Polkerris beach, a beautiful sandy cove with stunning views across to Carlyon Bay and its own pub.
Polkerris Watersports Centre offers water sports equipment and training plus a cheerful cafe and beach shop. It's a wonderful place to take to the waves for adrenaline-fueled watersports, spread out a family picnic on the sand, or just enjoy a bite to eat and a drink while watching the sun set over the glittering sea.
The site is also close to several of Cornwall's top attractions, including the Eden Project and the Lost Gardens of Heligan.
Fun and family-friendly activities nearby include visiting Crealy, horse-riding, fishing and golf. In Fowey, water lovers can hire kayaks or a boat for the day, or take a river or sea cruise before exploring the quaint crooked streets and range of independent shops, pubs and restaurants.
The area is popular with cyclists as there are some great multi-use clay trails around the county, and bike hire is available from one of the many shops close to the cycle trails.
Walkers will love exploring the South West Coast Path and the popular Saint's Way footpath. Informative guided town walks are available in Fowey, Lostwithiel, Polruan and Charlestown, enabling you to learn more about the history of these ancient towns.
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