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Coverack Camping & Glamping

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· Coverack, Cornwall, England
7 acres hosted by Annette R.
5 glamping pitches · 39 motorhome/tent pitches · 5 tent pitches
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Best in South West England: 3rd place
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Traditional family camping near Coverack, with the promise of coast, countryside and Cornish ice cream

The white-washed homes and cottages of Coverack, tumble down from the surrounding hills as if drawn by the promise of the beach and the irresistibly pleasing sight of fishing boats bobbing on the water. Resisting the pull, are two farms on the edge of the village, both owned by members of an old-school Cornish family, the Roskillys. The north-east hillside is home to their ice cream farm and the organic dairy herd that supplies it. The south-west hillside is home to Coverack Camping, with a pleasant footpath connecting the two.

Caravans and campers have been making their way to Coverack Camping at Penmarth Farm for half a century, attracted by the valley views and sea glimpses the place provides. Established by Ben and Georgia Roskilly, it’s now being run by the next generation; nephew Jake and his partner Annette. There are plans to introduce Keltic and Bell Tents - pre erected tents on a decked area for the 2022 season, comfortable camping (work in progress), but for now, the modernisation has been subtle and it remains a fairly traditional place. The few static caravans of yesteryear and the slightly creaky toilet block may be gone but it remains a back-to-basics site with simple facilities. New compost loos, refurbished solar thermal shower with electric backup and a washing up area about the size of it; everything you need and nothing you don’t.

Pitches are pre-allocated and set across a number of hedged paddocks either side of a track which gives access for small campervans, small caravans, and tents. There are four grass pitches where electric hook-up is possible. The rest, 5 pitches for small caravans and 30 for tents, are grassy and off grid. For tent campers, the established access route means it’s perfect for those who like the convenience of parking next to pitch.

The real glory of this place is that it’s the closest campsite to the village (apart from a few pitches in the YHA garden). It’s a five-minute walk on footpaths to the sand and shingle beach that low tide reveals at Coverack and to its little harbour. The village has all the basics; a shop, fish and chips and somewhere to hire kayaks and paddleboards. You can walk from here on the South West Coast Path or drive 30 minutes to the UK’s most southerly spot at spectacular Lizard Point. And, don’t forget, for a taste of Roskillys organic ice cream you only have to hike over to the next hill. It’s a couple of miles from the campsite and a visit also offers a look round the farm. Cows, countryside, coast and ice cream... the staples of a holiday in Cornwall are here in spades – or should that be scoops?

Activities
Biking
Boating
Fishing
Hiking
Natural features
Beach
River, stream, or creek
Swimming hole
Coastal
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188 Ratings · 106 reviews
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Lauren R.recommends
September 21, 2024
Main Field Grass Pitch 14
Brilliant campsite!
The campsite is in the perfect location, just 15 mins walk to Coverack town. The staff were so lovely and helpful, and really made the stay so easy to manage. The tent pitches are extememly spacious and clearly marked and the separation between the fields is brilliant. There's a freezer for cool blocks and charging points for devices in the main washing up and picnic area. Showers are hot with plenty of room in them...I can't say enough good things about this site, it ticks all the boxes! I stayed in the second week of September and it was very quiet, I basically had a whole area of the field to myself!
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James W.recommends
September 18, 2024
EHU Gravel Pitches Main Field (8)
Friendly, good views, good walking.
Very friendly and welcoming. Wonderful views. Excellent walking straight from the campsite. We stayed in our VW camper and had a lovely time. Quite cold when we were there so walked and ate out in cosy places nearby in the evenings. Would recommend.
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Guy H.recommends
September 10, 2024
Donkey Field Grass Pitch
We love our regular camping spot. Simple but very adequate, well maintained facilities. Friendly and welcoming staff.
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Clare B.recommends
September 3, 2024
Ben's Field Grass Pitch 60
Solo camping
Annette's campsite is beautiful 😍 peaceful and the pitches are very well spaced out. Great for the dog too. Information for walking was spot on. Showers, washing up area brilliant. The compost loos were kept really clean. Brilliant experience. Love Coverack Camping. Will be back. 10/10
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Maartje H.recommends
August 27, 2024
Grass Pitches Ben's Field (5)
Lovely campsite inear Coverack
We loved tent camping here! The piches on Ben”s potch field were large and there was a relaxed atmosphere. Toilets and showers are kept clean and the campsite is run in a smart, humorous and original manner. Coverack is just beautiful and a romantic 10 minute walk away.
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Polly I.recommends
July 14, 2024
Distant Sea View Pitches (9)
Can’t recommend enough!
Heavenly. Environmentally friendly. Lovely site. Coverack is perfect - with everything you need!
Location
Coverack, Cornwall, England, United KingdomTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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Hosted by Annette R.

Joined in April 2021
From the host
The white-washed homes and cottages of Coverack, roll down the hill as if drawn by the promise of the beach and the irresistibly pleasing sight of fishing boats bobbing on the water. Resisting the pull, are two farms on the edge of the village, both owned by members of an old-school Cornish family, the Roskillys. The north-east hillside is home to their ice cream farm and the organic dairy herd that supplies it. The south-west hillside is home to Coverack Camping, with a pleasant footpath connecting the two. Caravans and campers have been making their way to Coverack Camping at Penmarth Farm for half a century, attracted by the valley views and sea glimpses the place provides. Established by Ben and Georgia Roskilly, it’s now being run by the next generation; nephew Jake and his partner Annette. They have introduced 4 x Celtic Longhouse Tents & a Celtic Pod Tent and upgraded the facilities with lots of conveniently place compost toilets place around the various small meadows, refurbished solar thermal shower (electric backup) and a washing area, freezer for ice blocks, covered picnic area with wi fi and USB phone charging points. Basic facilities, everything you need but nothing you don't. Pitches are pre-allocated and set across a number of small hedged paddocks. There are 8 x EHU pitches on gravel standings, all other pitches are grass with countryside views, some with see views. Parking is alongside the pitches grass pitches where electric hook-up is possible. The real glory of this place is that it’s the closest campsite to the village. It’s a five-minute walk via a private valley to the sand and shingle beach that low tide reveals at Coverack and to its little harbour. The village has all the basics; a shop, fish and chips and somewhere to windsurf, hire kayaks and paddleboards. You can walk from here on the South West Coast Path or drive 30 minutes to the UK’s most southerly spot at spectacular Lizard Point. And, don’t forget, for a taste of Roskillys organic ice cream you only have to hike over to the next hill. It’s a couple of miles from the campsite and a visit also offers a look round the farm. Cows, countryside, coast and ice cream... the staples of a holiday in Cornwall are here in spades – or should that be scoops?
Nearby attractions

The campsite is situated above the beautiful fishing village of Coverack. It is an easy five-minute walk down to the beach and harbour via an off-road, scenic valley walk. The beach is suitable for swimming and Coverack Windsurfing Centre, which operates out of the harbour, offers lessons in windsurfing and equipment hire for stand-up paddleboarding and kayaking. The southwest coastal path passes through the village. Porthkerris Diving School (01326 280620) is six miles up the coast and the beautiful beaches at Kynance Cove and Lizard Point are both within 30-minute's drive of Coverack Camping. Roskilly's Farm is three miles away but can be reached via a lovely walk through the fields. There (along with eating ice cream – see below) you can join a pottery lesson run by ceramicist Sally Tully (book in advance).

Food and drink

On a warm sunny evening there's nothing better than a cold beer and fish and chips sitting on the sheltered harbour wall; try the takeaway options from The Lifeboathouse (01326 281 400). Also in the village is The Paris Hotel (01326 280258) which serves food and also does takeaway. Archies Loft (01326 281440) is a cute little cafe serving Roskilly's Ice cream and quality takeaway food. The village store has a range of goods including local produce and, for special occasions, try The Bay Hotel restaurant (01326 280464). Roskilly's Farm is the best place to try the family's well-known Cornish ice cream, as it is direct from source. There's also a casual restaurant on site that serves breakfasts and lunches.

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