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Atlantic Bays Holiday Park

4.66 /5

Highly rated

59 reviews

Padstow, Cornwall

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Atlantic Bays is beautifully located for you to explore all of Cornwall's gems, with sea views and only 10 minutes from the nearest beach. Superb family attractions, sparkling bays and pretty coastal villages - they're all nearby! See it all from this 5 star, dog friendly park with excellent touring, camping and glamping huts. There is even a selection of modern cabins to keep you cosy. Winner of a TripAdvisor Travellers' Choice award.

5 star, award-winning holiday park with camping, glamping and touring

Beautifully located on Cornwall's' North Coast, just ten minutes from the beach

Excellent onsite amenities include a shop, games room and children's play area

About Atlantic Bays Holiday Park

Only 4 miles from the picturesque town of Padstow and its harbour, this park delivers on that all-important access to the coastline - and yet is very easy to access from the main A30. Camp on well maintained grass pitches with all the electric you need or choose a hardstanding pitch for your tourer. For a spot of glamping, give the tent some time off and try a camping hut instead. With these, you travel light and don't have to peg down any canvas, because your home from home is ready for you and two beds are already supplied inside. Warm and cosy, these include furnishings and optional electric. There are also a selection of modern and well equipped cabins and lodges on site to suit any budget.

Atlantic Bays Holiday Park is open all year round.

AA Pennants (5 Star)Tripadvisor Travellers' ChoiceCamping & Caravanning Club

Facilities and amenities

Site facilities include a pristine heated shower block and toilets, plus a self-service laundry room. There is a shop selling basics and treats on site where you can also order newspapers. The onsite restaurant and bar are currently closed due to storm damage, however, you can find eateries at a neighbouring park, a two minute drive away.

For kids, an outside playground and games room with pool table and arcade machines are provided, plus a kids club in summer. In high season, the site hosts live entertainment such as karaoke. Spacious grounds for football and kite flying plus an area for BBQing.

Surfing and fishing are available within a short drive.

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Adult only

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Allow commercial vans

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Allow pets

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Bike hire

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Café / restaurant

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Communal BBQ

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Disabled facilities

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Drinking water

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Electric hookups

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Entertainment

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Family friendly

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Fires allowed

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Fishing

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Games room

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Glamping

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Golf

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Horse riding

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Hot tub

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Internet access

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Kids club

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Kids playground

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Laundry

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Near beach

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Near pub

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Open year round

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Peaceful

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RV pitches

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Shop

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Showers

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Swimming pool

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Toilets

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TV room

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Vineyard

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Water hookups

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Watersports

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W.C. disposal


A note from the site themselves...

We aim to provide anything you will possibly need for your Cornish holiday right onsite here at Atlantic Bays Holiday Park. Whether you're needing to pick up the daily essentials, morning papers or an ice cold beer after a long day at the beach, we have got you covered. There is plenty to see and do to keep the whole family entertained!


Map and address

Park address

Atlantic Bays Holiday Park,

St Merryn, Padstow, Cornwall, PL28 8PY

Coordinates

50.5080, -4.9786 | SW 88 71

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Atlantic Bays Holiday Park is ideal for...

Couples

Older children (13+)

Young children


There are 91 accommodation options on-site

Bookable pitches and accommodation options

Non Electric Grass Tent Pitches at Atlantic Bays Holiday Park

18 x Non Electric Grass Tent Pitches

Max 8 people

Grass pitches measuring 5m x 6m for tents only.

Electric Grass Tent Pitches at Atlantic Bays Holiday Park

30 x Electric Grass Tent Pitches

Max 8 people

Grass pitches for tents or trailer tents only with 16 amp electric hookup. Pitches are 7m x 5m.

Electric Hardstanding Pitches at Atlantic Bays Holiday Park

14 x Electric Hardstanding Pitches

Max 8 people

Hardstanding pitches suitable for caravans and motorhomes with 16 amp electric hookup. Pitches are 5m x 8.5m.


Fully Serviced Hardstanding Pitches at Atlantic Bays Holiday Park

3 x Fully Serviced Hardstanding Pitches

Luxury hardstanding pitches with their own electric, water and drainage. Pitches are 8.5m.

Camping Huts at Atlantic Bays Holiday Park

14 x Camping Huts

Max 4 people

Two single beds inside (no linen or bedding provided) with space for you to bring two more mattresses. Use of a camping wardrobe, a table with chairs and a lamp. Electric is optional and not included. Access to shared shower and WC facilities nearby.

Deluxe Cabins at Atlantic Bays Holiday Park

3 x Deluxe Cabins

Max 4 people

Including two bedrooms, one double and one twin as well as a full bathroom, these are stylish and immaculately finished.

Three Sun Cabins at Atlantic Bays Holiday Park

5 x Three Sun Cabins

Max 5 people

Sleeping up to five people in two bedrooms and one shower room, these are a comfy and affordable option for a Cornish break.

Luxury Lodges at Atlantic Bays Holiday Park

4 x Luxury Lodges

Max 6 people

Spacious and comfortable, these are great for couples and families with open plan living areas, self contained bathrooms, modern kitchens and sleeping for up to 6 people. Many come with outside decking space.


Atlantic Bays Holiday Park reviews

4.66 /5

Highly rated
59 reviews
Overall
4.66
Location
4.64
Value for money
4.8
Service
4.76
Facilities
4.44
Cleanliness
4.68

Absolutely gorgeous site!

Jennifer S

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Large Tent - Non Electric Grass Tent PitchesJul 2022

We stayed as a family group last summer and when discussions arose as to where we would go this year, it was a unanimous vote for Atlantic Bays. The site is beautifully kept with spacious pitches, well stocked shop, children's play area, dog park area and serves the most amazing Sunday roast! All the staff were helpful and friendly and we honestly can't wait to return and find nothing to fault at all. The location is perfect too; it's close to local beaches that are a bit quieter than the hustle and bustle of Newquay for example, but this is also just a short drive away. I/we would 100% recommend this site.

A brilliant site

David R

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Single Axle Caravan - Electric Hardstanding PitchesJun 2022

I just loved this site. It was so clean and spacious in the communal areas, the pitches were generous and the whole site seemed so open. It was very quiet when we were there, however the site was not busy at that time. The staff were very nice and helpful and the conservatory restaurant and bar served good food promptly. The steak and ale pie was the best I have ever tasted and it was homemade too! The beaches were quick to get to from the site and a Tesco was quite near. There was a good children's play area and a designated dog walk area also. We will definitely go back for our next Cornish holiday.

Site's response

Thank you for your lovely review, we look forward to seeing you again in the future. Becky

Camping trip

Kerrian K

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Large Tent - Non Electric Grass Tent PitchesNov 2021

It was mine and my little girl first time camping and it was the best experience ever. My little girl loved it she didn't want to leave. The facilities were clean and tidy. Overall a beautiful site x

Site's response

Hi Kerrian, thank you for your lovely review, we do hope to see you both again in the future. Becky

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FAQ

Requests from groups of unaccompanied under 18s are considered on a case-by-case basis, with parental consent and contact details required.

Check-in is from noon till 9pm and you must vacate your pitch by 10am on day of departure.

Yes, well behaved dogs are welcome here provided they are kept on a lead whilst onsite, and there are a number of dog friendly beaches nearby including Harlyn (2.9 miles), Constantine Bay (3 miles), Mawgan Porth (5.5 miles) and Daymer Bay (15.4 miles).

The park has its own outdoor kids playground as well as a games room equipped with pool table and arcade machines, plus a kids club runs during the summer. The spacious field here is also ideal for ball games, kite flying and, during peak season, there is a variety of live entertainment on the park including karaoke nights, bingo and more. You're also just ten minutes from the nearest beach and conveniently placed for walks along the South West Coast Path.

BBQs are welcome provided they are kept raised off the ground and used within the designated BBQ area onsite - campfires are not permitted.

The Conservatory Bar and Restaurant onsite cooks up delicious homemade food and local drinks, from light lunches to their popular Sunday roasts, with sun-trap decking outside when you want to laze under the sun.

An awning may be brought with you if you are staying on a hardstanding pitch. Pup tents and gazebos are not allowed.


In high season the site has a cracking range of entertainment every evening: bingo, karaoke, live music, themed nights and more to get everyone letting their hair down.

Once you're out and about, you'll discover why North Cornwall's beaches are so famous, with long day on the silky sand at Porthcothan Beach, Mother Ivey's Bay and many more.

Itchy feet? This park has plenty to cure you, handily placed for the South West Coast Path and the unbeatable Camel Trail. Or why not tour the sights of TV sensations, from Poldark and Doc Martin, each as beautiful as it appears on screen.

Other great options include:

  • Newquay
  • Camel Estaury boat rides
  • Rick Stein's Fish and Chips
  • The Eden Project
The listing for Atlantic Bays Holiday Park was last updated on March 11th, 2024 at 9:04 AM

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