Little Trethvas is perfectly located for exploring all of the Lizard Peninsula's attractions - stunning sandy beaches, coastal walks, scenic drives and some of Cornwall's prettiest little villages. For kiddies, there's a chicken and guinea pig hugging event in the school holidays and a climbing tree for supervised active kids. There's even WiFi, but it's a well kept secret from teens, so that screen free hols are on the cards.

Small site on the iconic Lizard Peninsula, close by to sandy beaches

Fun activities for kids, including a chicken and guinea pig hugging competition

Eco-conscious family friendly site, previous winners of the Silver Green Tourism award

About Little Trethvas Holidays

This is a small and friendly site with a quirky twist and minimal rules! The caravan and camping fields are very level and have water supplies and optional electric. Both fields are enclosed by Cornish hedging, so animals and children won't escape! For those looking to glamp, there are fully furnished glamping tents and it's all dog friendly - bring a max of two pooches with you. You'll find a comfy double bed and futon inside, along with storage and more. Please bring your own fire pits and BBQs. There are blocks for you to raise them off the ground. The site also has a vintage caravan, shepherd's hut, holiday cottages and a static holiday home for rent.

Little Trethvas Holidays is open from 24/03 to 30/10 in 2024 and from 01/04 to 06/09 in 2025.

Green Tourism (Silver)David Bellamy Award

Facilities and amenities

Site facilities include free hot showers, a dishwashing area and fridge and freezer for your use. The centre of each field is kept free for your children to play, and there's plenty of room for kite flying and ball games. There is also a laundry room, washing machine and small garden with washing line. WiFi is provided.

Great pubs are available within 2-3 miles and there is a tasty cafe at Ruan Minor too. The Treleague Dairy Farm Shop is only a mile away.

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Adult only

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Allow commercial vans

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Allow pets on site

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Bike hire

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Café / restaurant

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Communal BBQ

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Disabled facilities

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Drinking water

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Electric hookups

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Entertainment

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Family friendly

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Fires allowed

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Fishing

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Games room

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Glamping

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Golf

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Horse riding

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Hot tub

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Kids club

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Kids playground

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Laundry

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Near beach

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Near pub

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Open year round

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Peaceful

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RV pitches

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Shop

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Showers

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Swimming pool

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Toilet

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TV room

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Vineyard

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Water hookups

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Watersports

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W.C. disposal

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WiFi


A note from the site themselves...

After 22 years of family camping holidays on The Lizard Peninsular, it was a dream of ours to move here, let alone have the opportunity to run our own quirky site! We never forget how precious holidays are and how we would start planning our next visit to The Lizard on the way home! This is why we do all we can to make your holiday the best it can be.

We know all the places to visit and have lots of tips. We value the children's experience as much as the adults so have chicken cuddling most evenings in the school holidays and guinea pig hugs are available in our garden.

I just love walking around the site in the evenings listening to families reading stories, playing board games or just sitting around their fire pit toasting marshmallows and looking up at the clear skies in awe of all the stars you can see here.

Hope you can come!


Map and address

Park address

Little Trethvas Holidays,

Little Trethvas Farm, The Lizard, Cadgwith, Helston, Cornwall, TR12 7AT

Coordinates

49.9919, -5.2088 | SW 70 15

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Little Trethvas Holidays is ideal for...

Couples

Large same-sex groups

Older children (13+)

Young children


There are 31 accommodation options on-site

Bookable pitches and accommodation options

5 x Non Electric Grass Pitches

Max 6 people

Grass pitches measuring 10m x 10m available for tents and tourers.

4 x Large Non Electric Grass Pitches

Max 6 people

Grass pitches measuring 14m x 14m for large tents, trailer tents, caravans and motorhomes. No electric.

10 x Electric Grass Pitches

Max 6 people

Grass pitches measuring 10 metres with 16-Amp electric hook up available for tents and tourers.

7 x Electric Hardstanding Pitches

Max 6 people

Hardstanding pitches measuring 10m x 10m suitable for caravans, campervans and motorhomes. Includes 16 amp electric hook up.


3 x Bell Tents

Max 4 people

Fully furnished 5 metre glamping bell tents. Sleeping four with all bedding inclusive. Each has a double bed, a futon to sleep two, a chest of drawers, bedside tables and storage. Sorry, no pets. Access to shared WC and shower facilities nearby.

Shepherd's Hut

Max 2 people

Shepherd's hut with a brass bed, bedding, two ring burners, a sink, table, chairs and a log burner. Outside is private seating.

Vintage Caravan

Max 2 people

A 1960's caravan with a double bed, seating, a kitchen and heater. Outside is an awning with seating, a table and a fire pit/BBQ.


Little Trethvas Holidays reviews

4.4 /5

9 reviews

88%

would recommend

Overall
4.4
Location
4.56
Value for money
4.44
Service
4.56
Facilities
4.11
Cleanliness
4.33

Lovely site but quite noisy during our visit

Charlotte M

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VW-Type Campervan - Non Electric Grass PitchesJul 2024

We were made to feel very welcome and able to choose our own pitch. The camping field was very well maintained, and the pitches were generously sized and fairly level which was a bonus. Lots of chickens and turkeys were free range - mostly in the "no dogs" area by the amenities block but they grazed freely on the camping field as well, which was quite amusing! However, we found that the main road nearby caused a lot of noise, until late at night. Also, be aware that military helicopters also conduct training sorties directly overhead - we didn't have a good night's sleep as a result. The showers could probably use some updating, they seem a bit tired, and the water wasn't draining away as quickly as it should. I had not realised before our visit that the hairdryer needed to be fed 50p coins - I don't tend to carry cash anymore, so had to go to bed with wet hair, which wasn't ideal. Have to say though, that the site is very conveniently located for the Lizard (3 mins by car) and Kynance Cove (6 mins) and we had fish and chips from 'smugglers fish and chips' in the village, which was delicious and excellent value for money.

Friendly, welcoming campsite

Allison M

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Motorhome - Electric Grass PitchesJun 2024

Friendly, welcoming campsite. Well located, but there is a little road noise, which didn't bother us. I would happily stay again.

Great

Terence R

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Single Axle Caravan - Electric Grass PitchesJun 2024

Lots of space because of the field in the middle. Friendly, convenient for the Lizard and surrounding area. Adequate amenities close by. I like the poultry running free in the campsite. Suitable for anyone not looking for onsite entertainment (apart form the chickens and turkeys of course).

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FAQ

Check-in is from 12:30pm - 9:30pm and you must check-out by 11am on day of departure.

Up to two dogs are welcome per camping/touring pitch provided they are not a breed/crossbreed listed under the Dangerous Dogs Act and are kept on a lead whilst onsite.

Yes, you're welcome to bring your own fire pit or BBQ onsite, provided they are kept raised off the ground to prevent damage - blocks can be provided from the site.

You're ideally situated to take in the Cornish coast with Cadgwith (1.6 miles), Kynance Cove (2.9 miles) and Mullion (3.4 miles) a short distance away. Keen cyclists can enjoy a pedal along the Goonhilly Downs or try the cycle lanes at Cadgwith. And don't miss a day by the Helford River, ideal for watersports and boat hire available. Other attractions nearby: *Coverack (8.2 miles) *Trebah Garden (14.5 miles) *Paradise Park (18.8 miles)

Yes! Awnings and gazebos are allowed, free of charge. There is a small nightly charge for pup tents.


Mike, Liz and Abi holidayed here for 20 years before moving to Little Trethvas, so know all of the must-see places and experiences.

Kynance, Mullion and Cadgwith are three of the country's best beaches - and Kynance is one of the prettiest beaches in the world. The rocky headlands make great fishing spots.

All are great walking territory, and the pretty lanes towards Cadgwith are perfect for cycling too, as is Goonhilly Downs.

The Helford River is great for sailing, so why not hire a boat?

Other nearby attractions include:

  • Glendurgan
  • Trebah Gardens
  • Coverack
  • Porthleven
  • Paradise Park
  • Lands End Theme Park

Options further afield include Falmouth, St Ives, Truro and Land's End.

The listing for Little Trethvas Holidays was last updated on December 26th, 2024 at 8:19 AM

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