Mount Pleasant Eco Park
Mount Pleasant Eco Park
4.67 /5
The Mount Pleasant Eco Park campsite near Porthtowan offers a beautiful, eco place to stay. As well as space for tents and campervans, there is stylish hand-crafted glamping in shepherd's huts and cosy eco pods. All this is in a laid-back site by the Cornish coast with its beaches and surfing. Perched above the coastline with stunning views to soak in the infamous north coast Cornish sunsets.
Overall runner up of Greener Site Award in our 2023 Camping and Glamping Awards
20 minute walk to lovely beaches of Porthtowan and Lushington
Stunning sea views over the Cornish coast and the historic mining valley
Eco-friendly with an onsite cafe, communal fire and a host of events during Summer
About Mount Pleasant Eco Park
Whether you're after a relaxing family holiday, attending a celebration, participating in a course or volunteering on one of the site's environmental projects, camping and glamping here offer a memorable place to stay. Expect breathtaking views down to the beach at Porthtowan and over the Atlantic, as well as to St Agnes Beacon and the historic mining valley of Tywarnhayle. Plus, a cleared mule track leads down the valley towards the beach below (a 20 minute walk). Spacious grass and hardstanding pitches are available on a huge field with optional electric, ideal for campers and tourers. Even in summer at maximum capacity, there is plenty of space to get away from it all. The simplistic, handcrafted eco pods sleep up to two guests and include a double bed, bedding, towels, solar lights and USB charging ports. A selection of shepherd huts also offers a cosy glamping choice for your Cornish adventure. Small Woods and Ty View sleep up to two, Allotment 2 sleeps up to three, while Beacon and Allotment 1 sleep up to four. All are beautifully furnished with beds and cooking facilities, and three shepherd's huts even have the luxury of an ensuite (Tywarnhayle, Allotment 1 and Allotment 2). Well behaved dogs are very welcome on the park, and pets are welcome across the grounds. Campfires are encouraged in the cob courtyard (communal area), and fire pits and barbecues are welcome as long as they are kept off the grass.
Camping is available from March to October, with hardstanding pitches and glamping available from end of January to December.
Site facilities include toilet and shower blocks with mains water toilets, compost toilets, and gas and solar-powered showers. A washroom provides plug sockets, a mirror and a kettle. There is also a freezer for ice blocks. The social space (Cob Courtyard) has a communal fire and cob pizza oven. Firepits can be hired onsite (subject to availability), and firewood is for sale.
A café serves breakfasts and lunches, specialising in freshly prepared, plant-based food. All ingredients are grown onsite or sourced from local and ethical suppliers. The site also has an outdoor amphitheatre with events/shows/workshops throughout the Summer.
Porthtowan nearby has a small local shop, a health food shop and a few pubs, including The Unicorn on the Beach. The nearest supermarkets are Aldi and Tesco in Redruth.
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 87 accommodation options on-site
Bookable pitches and accommodation options
25 x Wild Grass Camping Pitches
Max 5 people
Grass pitches looking across to Tywarnhayle Mine. Space for a tent, campervan with awning or a motorhome. No electric.
28 x Non Electric Grass Pitches
Max 5 people
Grass pitches without electric. Stunning views across to the Atlantic Ocean.
14 x Electric Grass Pitches
Max 5 people
Grass pitches with 16 amp electric hook up and views across to the Atlantic Ocean. For either a tent and car (tent up to 5m x 9m), campervan with awning or a motorhome.
9 x Electric Hardstanding Pitches
Max 5 people
Hardstanding pitches with views across to the Atlantic Ocean. Includes 16 amp electric hook ups. These suit tents and car (tent up to 5m x 9m), campervans with awnings or motorhomes.
4.67 /5
97%
would recommend
"Completely above and beyond customer service"
Caitlin B - Feb 2024
"Absolutely loved this site. The vibe was chilled out, the people it attracts were the same"
Jordan R - Aug 2023
"The most beautiful view of the sea (and sunset)"
Sophie D - Aug 2023
"Really enjoyed walking down to the beach and watching the surfers and even the dolphins"
Florence P - Feb 2023
Loved it!
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Vivienne C
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Absolutely loved this site. People very friendly, from manager helping us with the electricity hook up not working to the staff in the lovely vegan cafe to the residential staff. Vegan cafe served delicious food, and especially delicious are the cinnamon buns! Short walk to Porthtowan then onto the coastal path - what's not to like? 😊
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James P
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Lovely stay, a quiet, calm and relaxing holiday.
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David P
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First time at an eco park and in a pod. Had an amazing time. Excellent views of the Atlantic, great facilities, peaceful relaxing environment. Would recommend to anyone.
Site tariff
Things to do on site and in the Porthtowan area
The eco park has a host of events planned throughout the summer. From outdoor theatre and family gigs to Roots Culture Markets and sustainable workshops - there is always lots going on to keep you busy.
Every Wednesday to Saturday are nights of fantastic music from across the globe, food from Canteen Cornwall and fun activities.
The Mineral Tramway cycle path is just down the road, offering a great day out exploring the mining heritage of this stunning part of the world from the north to the south coast at Devoran.
You'll be just minutes away from some of the best surfing spots in the UK, with stunning beaches and scenic coastal paths to explore. The closest is Porthtowan Beach (a 20 minute walk away) along an old mining footpath. Popular with surfers and families!
Kayaking, surfing and plenty of walks are nearby too.
Other attractions include:
- Porthtowan Surf School (20 minute walk)
- Chapel Porth beach (5 minute drive)
- Trevaunance Cove (5 minute drive)
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