South Penquite Farm
5 /5
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!
Featured in our 2024 Outstanding Sites list of reliably excellent camping, glamping, and touring sites
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 South Penquite Farm
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 not allowed at this time.
Camping is available from the end of March until October. Pod and Snug available April to the end of September, with yurts available from May to September.
There are 35 accommodation options on-site
Bookable pitches and accommodation options
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.
Other accommodation
4 x Yurts
Max 5 people
These comfortable yurts are fully fitted with a log burning stove. There are sizes to suit five people, a group of four or a couple. Inside there are futons, cushions and cosy rugs, a cot is available, too, if needed.
Bunkhouse
Max 8 people
Bunks are available for a max of eight people in cosy, sheltered surroundings. All the bunks are provided with a clean sheet, pillow and pillow case. All you will need to bring is a duvet or sleeping bag and your own towels - ideal for cyclist of hikers.
Site tariff
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)
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