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South Penquite Farm

Bodmin, Cornwall

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Bodmin, Cornwall

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South Penquite Farm is a 200 acre family-run, organic beef and sheep farm situated high on Bodmin Moor in Cornwall with breathtaking views. There are spacious unallocated grass pitches for tents and campervans, as well as several glamping options. As well as running the cows and sheep, the farm is exceptionally rich in archaeological remains and wildlife. Furthermore, you'll be just 25 minutes from the sea!

Why choose South Penquite Farm


Very family friendly with lots of animals roaming and an indoor and outdoor play area

Perfect for nature lovers, picturesque walks on our doorstep and lots of wildlife to discover

Lots do nearby including the famous Eden Project and sandy beaches - Tregardock and Polzeath

About the site


A small, friendly campsite with stunning countryside views across Bodmin Moor. Immersed in wildlife this spacious campsite is lovely for those looking for a great base in Cornwall, 30 minutes from the Eden Project. There are a total of 40 grass pitches each allowing a maximum of six people, unmarked with plenty of space for all. These are all grass and don't have electric. Those in tents and campervans are welcome, but the unit size must be no larger than 6m. There are also several glamping options, including four yurts each sleeping up to five, a camping pod sleeping two and the bunkhouse which sleeps six. As a working farm, there are plenty of animals here, including horses, ponies, chickens, turkeys, ducks - and of course the faithful working collies without whose help no one could run the place! Visit nearby beaches Tregardock and Polzeath just a 25 minute drive away and build sandcastles on the golden shores, try your hand at paddleboarding or simply have a splash in turquoise waters. Campfires are permitted and encouraged to achieve that authentic camping atmosphere, just please keep them raised off the grass. Dogs are welcome in the dog friendly pitches, there is a separate camping field away from campers without dogs.

Camping is available from the 1st April until 1st November. Pitches from £24/night for 2 people.

"Feels like you are in the middle of nowhere ... Would come back tomorrow!"

Richard B

"Showers & toilets were amazing quality - didn't feel like being on a campsite!"

Charlotte M

"Simply my favourite place"

Sam S

"The perfect quiet campsite away from the masses"

Brian M

"Loved the animals roaming freely, kept me entertained for hours just watching them"

Sam S

"Really remote, peaceful site with some amazing wildlife and animals in the surrounding area"

Josh A


What facilities are at South Penquite Farm?

Accessible facilities

Allow commercial vans

Allow pets on site

Café / restaurant / takeaway

Drinking water

Family friendly

Shop

Showers

Toilets

W.C. disposal

WiFi

Fires allowed

Glamping

Kids playground

Laundry

Near pub

Peaceful

TV room

Facilities include a pine-clad toilet block, with hot and cold water, veranda-fronted shower block, coin operated washing machine and tumble dryer, washing up sinks with hot water, fridge and freezer for ice packs, secure lockers for recharging devices and a hairdryer. You'll find a kids play area with swings, a climbing frame and a goal.

There is a cafe onsite open in the summer months selling breakfast baps, cakes and coffees in the morning and burgers in the evenings. The closest pub is The blisland Inn, a five minute drive from site then for food shops, there's an Aldi and Sainsbury's a 15 minute drive away in Bodmin.



There are 42 accommodation options on-site

Non electric grass pitches

30 x Non Electric Grass Pitches

Max 6 people

Unmarked non electric grass pitches with plenty of space for all. Tents and campervans only with a maximum unit size of 6m. Sorry, no dogs.

Non electric grass pitches

7 x Non Electric Grass Pitch (Dog Friendly)

Max 6 people

Non electric grass pitches suitable for tents and campervans 6m and below. Dogs welcome!

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Need to know

Frequently asked questions about South Penquite Farm

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Site rules

The site has no set check-in or check out times. You can turn up any time after dawn on your first day and pick a spot to pitch up, and leave anytime before dusk on your final day.

Yes, there are seven dog friendly pitches in a separate camping field which allow up to two dogs to join you for your stay. There is a small fee for bringing dogs. Please ensure that dogs are kept on the lead at all times and not left unattended.

Yes, the site allows both BBQs and open fires. Please do just ensure fires are away from your tent.

The site caters for families and couples only so it does not accept group bookings of 6 or more pitches.

Yes, the site operates a quiet policy after dusk.

Pitches

Yes, you are welcome to add an awning, gazebo and pup tent to your booking free of charge!

Yes, you are able to park at your pitch. Please keep your speed to less than 10 mph whilst onsite.

Sorry, none of the pitches have electric hook up.

You can find the site's map here.

Facilities

Yes, there is a cafe that is open on the weekends during peak times selling breakfast foods, snacks, coffee, juice and burgers and fries in the evening. Or, there is a pub within a five minute drive.

Yes, there is WiFi available.

There isn't a shop onsite, but there is an Aldi and a Sainsbury's a 15 minute drive away in Bodmin.

Yes, the site has three EV charging points that are all 3.5kw and are supplied with renewable energy. You can pay at the reception.

What's nearby

Bodmin Parkway train station is a 20 minute drive away.


A note from the site themselves...

Opening in 1999, owners Dominic and Cathy have adopted an environmentally concious approach and their 200 acre farm is rich with wildlife. Animal lovers will love it here, as onsite you'll find ponies, horses, turkeys, chickens and their two border collies!

South Penquite Farm is ideal for...

Couples
Duke of Edinburgh Award
Peace and quiet
Young children

Things to do on site and in the Bodmin area

Guests are welcome to enjoy the farm walk which, over a couple of miles, takes you over some of the moor and most of the farm. As well as offering sweeping views of the rest of Cornwall, the walk will lead you through very diverse wildlife habitats and there are also many points of historical interest.

Make sure you visit the world famous biodomes and gardens at the Eden Project (30 minutes), and the Lanhydrock House National Trust property (20 minutes).

There is a group of riding stables a five minute drive away and a cycle trail to the coast - the Camel Trail - a five minute drive away. Each of the nearby villages has a pub which serves food and South Penquite is about 15 miles from the North Cornwall Coast with its many sandy beaches.

Other close by attractions:

  • Bodmin and Wenford Steam Railway (15 minutes)
  • Cardinham Woods (20 minutes)
  • Bodmin Jail Attraction (20 minutes)
  • Pencarrow House and Garden (20 minutes)
  • Camel Valley Vineyard (25 minutes)
  • Tregardock beach (30 minutes)
  • Polzeath beach (40 minutes)

The listing for South Penquite Farm was last updated on January 11th, 2026 at 1:04 AM

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