Award-winning Hendra Holiday Park offers five-star holidays with excellent facilities, perfect for both families and couples. The park is surrounded by beautiful countryside and situated just minutes from Newquay's famous beaches. It offers a range of spacious touring and camping pitches spread across 80 acres. The ideal location to explore the rest of Cornwall. Be sure to also enjoy a splash in one of the swimming pools!
Why choose Hendra Holiday Park
Just five minutes outside of Newquay, surrounded by glorious sandy beaches
Award-winning family-friendly park with outdoor and indoor swimming pools including water flumes
Great facilities including live entertainment, eateries, a shop, play parks, an arcade and more!
About the site
This five-star holiday park, has been family owned since 1972. Nestled in the Cornish countryside, just five minutes outside of Newquay, within easy access of seven golden sand beaches. All guests are given entertainment passes which offer access to the incredible onsite facilities including the Oasis Fun Pools complex with flumes and splash zones, an outdoor pool, eateries, entertainment, and plenty of entertainment for the kids, this fun packed park is the perfect all immersive destination for you and your family. There are 12 fields containing spacious touring and camping pitches, well laid out with roads, lighting and water points, all designed with you in mind. Spread over 50 acres of holiday park and 80 acres of landscaped parkland, there are scenic views of the countryside all around. The camping and touring facilities offer a huge variety of pitches, spread across 80 acres of landscaped parkland. You'll find pitches with open countryside views, as well as more sheltered options and spots closer to the action. There are also car free, family-friendly fields, as well as the Elm premium touring field which offers fully serviced grass and hardstanding pitches. The site has previously won an incredible range of awards, including Visit England Bronze Award winners in the Camping, Glamping and Holiday Park of the Year category. Hendra also went through to the Visit England finals after winning Gold at the South West Tourism's Holiday Park of the Year. Other awards include Visit England Gold 5 Star 'exceptional' quality grading and the new AA Platinum 'elite park' 5 Pennant rating, bronze for sustainable tourism at the South West Tourism Awards, a Hoseasons Diamond Award and Platinum Loo of the Year. There are also a range of holiday homes and lodges available as well as large serviced grass pitches in the summer. However you're looking to holiday, you'll find something suitable here! Dogs are welcome at Hendra in designated areas too (though some breeds are not accepted).
Hendra Holiday Park is open from 31/03 to 02/11 in 2025 and from 27/03 to 14/11 in 2026. Stay from £20/night for 2 people (2-night minimum).
"The location was amazing, close to lots of gorgeous beaches"
Sophie H
"Pitches and facilities were immaculate"
Charlene W
"Swimming pool and slides were the icing on the cake of an amazing holiday!"
Claire H
Great for beach holidays
Within easy reach of Newquay's best sandy beaches. The famous Fistral beach is less than a 15 minute drive away, a must for keen surfers.
Great for families
Kids can splash in the pools, burn off some energy in the play areas or enjoy the live entertainment. One thing's for sure, you won't hear "I'm bored" here!
There are 202 accommodation options on-site
Bookable pitches and accommodation options



25 x Non Electric Grass Pitches
Max 6 people
Spacious grass pitches measuring up to 10m x 11m. Suitable for large and small tents, roof tents, touring caravans and campervans. No pets.


5 x Non Electric Grass Pitches (Dog Friendly)
Max 6 people
Spacious grass pitches measuring up to 10m x 11m. Suitable for large and small tents, roof tents, touring caravans and campervans. Pet friendly.




15 x Electric Grass Pitches
Max 6 people
Spacious grass pitches measuring up to 10m x 11m, with 16 amp electric hook up. Suitable for large tents, roof tents, touring caravans and motorhomes. No pets.



5 x Electric Grass Pitches (Dog Friendly)
Max 6 people
Spacious grass pitches measuring up to 10m x 11m, with 16 amp electric hook up. Suitable for large tents, roof tents, touring caravans and motorhomes. Pet friendly.
Other accommodation

150 x Large Serviced Grass Pitches
Max 6 people
Extra large grass pitches. These are fully serviced with 16 amp electric, water, grey water waste point and a light. Available during summer only. Sorry, no dogs.

Holiday Homes
Max 8 people
A wide range of holiday homes from budget to premium, all fitted to a high standard and equipped with everything you need for your caravan holiday. Sleep 4-8.

The Meadows Lodges
Max 6 people
Re-developed for 2016 with high specs and a real wow factor. No-through road access gives The Meadows a quieter and more peaceful feel. The accommodation is top-of-the range with decking and outside furniture included. Sleeps 4-6.
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Site rules
Is Hendra Holiday Park dog friendly?
Hendra welcome camping and touring guests with pets into their Pine, Tamarisk, Fairway, Acorn and Chestnut fields, allowing up to two dogs per booking. Pets are not allowed in pods.
Dogs must be kept on leads while on the park and, as a family park, breeds and crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act are not permitted.
Pets are not allowed into entertainment venues, restaurants (other than outside at the Terrace Restaurant) or the swimming pool complex. however, there is a dog walking area on site.
Off site, there are plenty of dog friendly beaches, pubs and visitor attractions nearby.
What time is check-in and check out at Hendra Holiday Park?
Check-in is available between noon and 8pm at Hendra Holiday Park. Departure is due before 10am on your last day. If you are going to be arriving after 8pm, please let the the site know. Only arrivals before 9pm will be allowed to pitch, if you arrive after this time, you will need to go to the car park area or holding field until reception opens the following day.
Does Hendra Holiday Park allow BBQs and campfires?
Yes, BBQs are welcome at Hendra Holiday Park as long as they are raised above the ground. Fire pits are also welcome, just be sure to keep them raised, under 0.5m wide, at least 3m from tents or structures and out by 11pm. Please also never leave the fire unattended, only burn wood or charcoal and dispose of cooled ash in the metal bins.
Does Hendra Holiday Park allow groups or pitches being booked together?
Sorry, Hendra Holiday Park caters for families and couples only, and does not accept group bookings.
Does Hendra Holiday Park have a quiet time or noise policy?
Yes, Hendra Holiday Park operates a quiet policy after 10pm.
What is the check-in/check out process at Hendra Holiday Park?
You are able to arrive at Hendra Holiday Park from 8am on your arrival day to collect your membership and pool passes and you are able to use the facilities onsite until your pitch or pod is ready from midday. Check out is 10am but you are welcome to use the facilities until 2pm on the day of your departure.
Pitches
Are awnings, pup tents and gazebos allowed at Hendra Holiday Park?
Sorry, awnings, pup tents and gazebos are not allowed at Hendra Holiday Park.
What amp is the electric hook up at Hendra Holiday Park?
The electric pitches at Hendra Holiday Park each have a 16 amp hook up.
Where can I find Hendra Holiday Park's map?
You can find a copy of Hendra Holiday Park's map here.
Can I park next to my pitch at Hendra Holiday Park?
Yes, in most cases, one vehicle can be parked next to your pitch. There are some cases where this isn't possible so you will be able to park in one of the car parks around the site. Please make a note when making your booking that you'll be bringing a car so the site are aware.
Facilities
Does Hendra Holiday Park have a swimming pool?
The indoor Oasis Fun Pools at Hendra Holiday Park are one of the park's highlights. Open from late March each year, there are two fantastic pools (indoor and outdoor) as well as a rapid river ride, three flumes, a gentle fun slide, water cannon and more.
The outdoor complex is free of charge for all holiday park guests with entertainment passes, while a charge of £4.35 per session applies to the indoor pool. If you plan to use the pool a lot, you can save money by purchasing blocks of passes in advance.
The outdoor pool is open from May until September and heated between the spring bank holiday and August bank holiday.
Height restrictions apply to some rides and flumes.
Is there WiFi at Hendra Holiday Park?
Yes, free WiFi is available in certain communal areas across Hendra Holiday Park. WiFi is also available at your pitch for a small fee.
Does Hendra Holiday Park have a shop onsite?
Yes, the Market Place is open daily at Hendra Holiday Park, offering a variety of holiday essentials like freshly baked bread, pastries, savouries, tinned food, milk, eggs, tea, coffee, toiletries, toys, and souvenirs.
Is there a restaurant or cafe at Hendra Holiday Park?
Yes, there are plenty of food and drink options at Hendra Holiday Park, including The Terrace Bar and Restaurant, The Beach House bar and pizzeria, fish and chip takeaway and an ice cream shop!
Does Hendra Holiday Park have electric vehicle charging?
Yes, there is electric vehicle charging at Hendra Holiday Park. You'll need to apply for a charging permit before you arrive and there is a surcharge of £15 per day for this. There is also a charging point less than a ten minute drive away, which the team at the site will be happy to direct you to.
Does Hendra Holiday Park have a communal fridge and freezer?
No, sorry there isn't a communal fridge and freezer at Hendra Holiday Park.
What are the facility opening hours at Hendra Holiday Park?
The indoor Oasis Pool is open to the public throughout the season from 10am to 6pm and a 90-minute session fee applies. The outdoor pool is open from late May to the end of August. Opening times of the other activities onsite do vary depending on when you are staying.
What is phone signal like at Hendra Holiday Park?
Phone signal is good at Hendra Holiday Park, with most networks providing signal in most areas.
Getting there
What is the nearest bus stop to Hendra Holiday Park?
There is a bus stop just outside Hendra Holiday Park that takes you into Newquay town centre, where there are further connecting services to other towns and attractions. Check with reception for times.
Are there any local taxi service companies to Hendra Holiday Park?
Yes, local taxi companies can collect guests from Hendra Holiday Park from the dedicated pick up/ drop off area next to reception. Local taxi companies include Go2Cabs Newquay Taxis (01637 222888), Newquay Cab (01637 226224) and 123 Taxis (01637 851234).
What's nearby
How far is Hendra Holiday Park from the beach?
Hendra is within easy reach of several of Cornwall's best sandy beaches, all with excellent facilities, including:
- Great Western Beach (2.1 miles), popular with surfers and families alike.
- Lusty Glaze Beach (2.1 miles), a fabulous horseshoe shaped cove.
- Porth Beach (2.1 miles), easily accessible and pushchair friendly, with welcoming The Mermaid pub on hand.
- Tolcarne Beach (2.3 miles), the perfect beach? Safe swimming and rock pools to explore for little ones, with a surf school for older children.
- Towan Beach (3.1 miles), located right in the centre of town with easy access and the Blue Reef Aquarium to explore.
- Fistral Beach (3.3 miles), world famous for surfing (book a lesson?) and just as good for sandcastles and rock pooling.
- Crantock Beach (3.5 miles), with sand dunes, rock pools and the occasional dolphin.
- Watergate Bay (3.9 miles), where the action is, from kite-surfing to sand-yachting.
- Holywell Bay (5.8 miles), the list goes on!
There's a regular bus service from Hendra into Newquay town centre too.
What are the nearest public transport links to Hendra Holiday Park?
The nearest train station is Quintrell Downs, just a 20 minute walk from the site.
What are the nearest pubs to Hendra Holiday Park?
As well as The Terrace Bar and Restaurant and The Beach House onsite, the Quintrell Inn is a 20 minute walk away. There are also several pubs in Newquay, a 15 minute drive away.
What is within walking distance of Hendra Holiday Park?
The Quintrell Inn is a 20 minute walk away from Hendra Holiday Park and there is a bus stop right outside the entrance with busses running to Newquay.
Other
Does Hendra Holiday Park get good reviews?
Hendra is one of the most popular holiday parks in Cornwall for good reason. We rate it highly and review scores are typically 9/10 or better. Availability can be limited during peak times and early bookings are recommended.
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