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.

Stylish bell tents set on 25 acres of countryside just outside of Helston and the Lizard Peninsula

Family run eco site, 20 minutes from sandy beaches and 15 minutes to Porthleven harbour

Fully furnished glamping with Woolroom bedding, cooking equipment and luxury facilities

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.

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Adult only

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Allow commercial vans

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Allow pets

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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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Internet access

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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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Toilets

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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


Map and address

Park address

Little Wilderness,

Trussall Farm, Trussall, Wendron, Helston, Cornwall, TR13 0NT

Coordinates

50.1195, -5.2256 | SW 69 29

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Little Wilderness is ideal for...

Couples

Older children (13+)

Peace and quiet

Young children


There are 6 accommodation options on-site

Bookable pitches and accommodation options

Bell tent

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.

Bell tent

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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Offers and discounts

Valid From

13/08/2024

Until

31/12/2025

Details

Stay for 7 nights or more and get 20% off!

Terms

New bookings only. Subject to availability. Cannot be used in conjunction with any other offers or discounts.

FAQ

Check-in is available from 3pm until 8pm, if you are going to be delayed please let the site know. Check out is due before 10am on your last day.

No, sorry dogs are not permitted at this site.

Yes, BBQs and campfires are permitted if they are raised from the ground. Disposable BBQs are not allowed onsite.

No, sorry group bookings are not permitted at this site as it caters for families and couples only. Hen and stag parties are also not permitted.

There is a designated parking area in the bell tent for all vehicles, please do not drive past this point.

Yes, please let the site know in advance if you wish to use the electric vehicle charger during your stay. The charger is 11kWh at the rate of 50p kWh between 5:30am and 11:30pm and 20p kWh between 11:30pm and 5:30am. The charger is subject to availability.

No, sorry there is no WiFi onsite. The site encourages a digital free environment so there is no electricity either. If you wish to charge a device then this must be done in your car.

Yes, Woolroom bedding for the double bed and bath towels are provided for your stay.


Enjoy the peaceful location of the site and wander through the woodland glades or wildflower meadows, or find a spot to sit and read your favourite book ideal for those wanting to switch off and unwind.

Porthleven (20 minutes) is a beautiful fishing port and is actually the most southerly port in Great Britain! Enjoy fine dining at one of the celebrity chef owned restaurants or simply people watch as you sit by the harbour.

Pack the bucket and spade and head to the coast just 20 minutes in the car, with Looe Bar and Bar Beach both within easy reach you can spend your days soaking in the sunshine, learning to surf or building sandcastles!

Other nearby attractions include:

  • Flambards Theme Park (10 minutes)
  • Helston Railway (10 minutes)
  • Potager Garden (20 minutes)
  • Trebah Garden (25 minutes)
  • National Trust - Godolphin (25 minutes)
The listing for Little Wilderness was last updated on November 1st, 2024 at 6:10 AM

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