The Meadows
Highly rated
St Austell, Cornwall
The Meadows is an adult only base close to beaches, the South West Coast Path and plenty of Cornish coastal charm. It's family run and offers the perfect mix of back to basics 'proper camping' and electric pitches for those who want to have a few extras. Next to a great local cycle trail and 10 minutes from the Lost Gardens of Heligan.
About The Meadows
Camping here is in six acres of grounds, meadow and woodland, in a sheltered and sunsoaked spot. Friendly and small, it welcomes those staying under canvas, caravans, campervans and motorhomes. For tourers there are electric hardstandings, or any type of unit can pitch up on grass, with or without an electric hook-up. Lots of wildlife like to make this place their home, including owls, woodpeckers, deer and flitting kingfishers. Up to three dogs can join you on your break.
Open from 17 May to 27 September
Site facilities include hot showers and clean toilets. Laundry is available (£5 per load). A pizza van visits the site in summer. WiFi is available for a small fee and the site offers battery charging and ice pack freezing.
Dog walks start from right beside the site, a good one being down to Pentewan village. The Ship Inn is in walking distance. The nearest beach is five minutes away in the car.
Adult only
Allow commercial vans
Allow pets
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
Internet access
Kids club
Kids playground
Laundry
Near beach
Near pub
Open year round
Peaceful
RV pitches
Shop
Showers
Swimming pool
Toilets
TV room
Vineyard
Water hookups
Watersports
W.C. disposal
There are 33 accommodation options on-site
8 x Wild Meadow Tent Pitches
Max 4 people
Wild meadow pitches for tents which are non electric.
12 x Electric Grass Pitches
Max 4 people
Grass pitches with electric for tents, caravans and motorhomes.
13 x Electric Hardstanding Pitches
Max 4 people
Hardstanding pitches with electric for tourers.
Site tariff
Interested in staying at The Meadows?
Call 01726 844383 to book.
Unfortunately The Meadows doesn't share their availability calendar with us yet. Availability changes quickly, especially in summer, so we recommend enquiring by phone to avoid missing out.
Site rules and policies
We allow use of fire pits, but they must be 30cm off the grass and used with a grass protector, which can be found in the bin area. Rental of fire pits can be provided from reception, only firewood purchased from the campsite can be used.
We do not accept stag/hen parties. All group bookings are decided on the management discretion.
Awnings and tent living spaces - breathable ground sheets are a must.
Arrival time 1pm departure time 11am.
Things to do on site and in the St Austell area
You're camping right on the Pentewan Valley Trail, where you can pedal off to the village of Pentewan or pretty Mevagissey. If you spend the day strolling the coastal path, this is a great way to round things off and get home for tea.
For long lazy days on the beach (giving the legs a rest and a tan) head to Pentewan Sands. It's a 20-25 minute dawdle on foot or a five minute flash in the car. And you can pick and choose between many other beaches, with Gorran Haven and Polkerris no more than a ten minute drive.
Bring your pooch on a deliciously long walk to Charlestown along the coast, or to Roseweek, with maps available if you speak with the team.
And if you have your heart set on the area's most famous spot, this is a great jumping off point. The Lost Gardens of Heligan are also along the Pentewan Valley Trail, steeped in rich history.
The Eden Project is approximately 20 minutes by car.
Interested in staying at The Meadows?
Call 01726 844383 to book.
Unfortunately The Meadows doesn't share their availability calendar with us yet. Availability changes quickly, especially in summer, so we recommend enquiring by phone to avoid missing out.
Highly rated
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