Little Wilderness

Escape the daily grind at Little Wilderness, a countryside escape on a seven acre smallholding in Wendron with views towards Helston and the Lizard peninsular. With six fully furnished bell tents, four set upon grass, and two on private deckings with kitchens and hammocks. Just 20 minutes from Cornwall's sandy beaches and Porthleven, or kick back and enjoy the peacefulness amongst the surrounding wildflower meadows.

About Little Wilderness

Enjoy a countryside escape amongst 25 acres of rewilded wildflower meadows and ancient woodlands, stay just outside of Gweek and at the head of the Helford River with easy access to the Lizard peninsular and Helston. This family run eco glamping site offers families the chance to switch off and reconnect with nature as well as explore all that Cornwall has to offer with sandy beaches and historic harbours within easy reach. There are a total of six bell tents onsite, two set on private deckings with their own kitchen/dining area equipped with a two ring gas cooker, crockery, kettle, BBQ/fire pit and hammock. There are a further four bell tents set on the ground that have their own covered food prep areas, gas burner, BBQ and crockery. Each bell tent has a king sized bed with Woolroom bedding for ultimate comfort, and if needed two singles can be added for children at an extra cost. Bath towels are also provided. You'll also have a cool box with ice blocks that are replaced each morning. Whether you're seeking a romantic escape to the countryside or a quiet base for your family holiday this caters for both! Enjoy the peace and quiet of the surrounding countryside, take the public footpaths through the woodlands and wildflower meadows or head to the nearby waterfall! Porthleven is a pretty fishing town with a harbour where you can sit and watch the boats moor up whilst enjoying a coffee or ice cream, only 20 minutes away! Spend nights around the communal fire pit, wood is provided and has been foraged for onsite, and charcoal for BBQs can be bought from the site. Or, the bell tents on grass have a BBQ outside and those on the decking have a fire pit for nights in the open. You can also order locally produced eggs and bacon for tomorrow's breakfast! Sorry, the bell tents are not pet friendly.

Little Wilderness is open from 12/08 to 30/09 in 2024 and from 18/07 to 07/09 in 2025.

Facilities and amenities

There are three flushing toilets and three hot showers for guests to use. There is also a communal kitchen area for washing up and timber for those with fire pits.

The site encourages a digital free environment so there is no electricity onsite, if you do need to charge your phone or another device this must be done in your car.

For meals out, there are a few pubs within a ten minute drive, The Black Swan in Gweek is a traditional pub with a beer garden and cosy interior, there is a slight hill on the way back. Also in Gweek is a village store stocking all of your essentials, or head to Halzephron for good food and incredible views over Gunwalloe.

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 6 accommodation options on-site

Bookable pitches and accommodation options

4 x Bell Tents on Grass

4 x Bell Tents on Grass

Max 4 people

Fully furnished bell tents with a double bed, two single beds can be added if you require. Outside is a BBQ, please bring cooking equipment. Shared facilities nearby. Bedding is provided.

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2 x Bell Tents on a Private Decking

2 x Bell Tents on a Private Decking

Max 4 people

Fully furnished bell tents with a double bed and two singles if required. Bedding and towels are provided. Outside is a private decking, fire pit, hammock and an outdoor kitchen with a gas cooker and crockery.

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