The South West Coast Path above a rocky cove near Boscastle
The Pennycrocker journal

Camping guides for Boscastle & north Cornwallfrom the farm

Walks, beaches, day trips and local know-how from Lower Pennycrocker Farm.

Boscastle harbour on a calm September day
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Cornwall in September: Warm Sea, Fewer Crowds

Why September is one of the best months to visit Cornwall: warm sea, fewer crowds, good walking and surfing, and camping tips near Boscastle.

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A hidden cove on the north Cornwall coast
Camping guide3 min readHidden Gems in North Cornwall: Quieter Places

Quieter places to discover in north Cornwall near Boscastle: hidden coves, wooded valleys, waterfalls, old churches and moorland.

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Rock pools on the north Cornwall coast in early summer
Camping guide3 min readCornwall in June: Long Days and Quiet Beaches

Why June is a great month for Cornwall: long evenings, quieter beaches before the school holidays, events and camping ideas near Boscastle.

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The entrance to Boscastle harbour, a short detour from the A39
Camping guide2 min readAtlantic Highway Road Trip: The A39 in North Cornwall

A road trip along the Atlantic Highway (A39) through north Devon and north Cornwall, with the best stops and short detours to...

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A quiet cove on the north Cornwall coast
Camping guide3 min readDog-Friendly Things to Do in North Cornwall

Ideas for dog-friendly days out in north Cornwall, from coast path walks and Bodmin Moor to beaches and pubs, with safety tips...

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Green fields above the coast near Boscastle in spring
Camping guide2 min readCornwall in May: Weather, Events and Camping

What to expect in Cornwall in May: weather, wildflowers, bank holidays and half term, events and tips for a camping trip near...

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A sandy north Cornwall beach at sunset
Camping guide3 min readBest Beaches in North Cornwall: Bude to Padstow

Our pick of the best beaches in north Cornwall between Bude and Padstow, with what each is best for, tide tips and...

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Tintagel headland on the north Cornwall coast
Camping guide3 min readThings to Do in North Cornwall: Bude to Padstow

A guide to things to do in north Cornwall between Bude and Padstow: castles, harbours, beaches, walks, moorland and cycling, with drive...

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The South West Coast Path near Boscastle
Camping guide2 min readFree Things to Do in Cornwall: North Coast Ideas

Free things to do on Cornwall's north coast, from coast path walks and rock pools to waterfalls, moorland and sunsets near Boscastle.

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Aerial view of Lower Pennycrocker Farm campsite near Boscastle
Camping guide2 min readA Week in North Cornwall: 7-Day Camping Itinerary

A seven-day plan for exploring north Cornwall from our campsite near Boscastle, mixing beaches, walks, villages and the moor, with wet-weather alternatives.

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Boscastle harbour
Camping guide3 min readA Weekend in Boscastle: Two-Day Camping Itinerary

A simple two-day itinerary for a camping weekend near Boscastle, with timings, wet-weather alternatives and tips for avoiding the crowds.

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The entrance to Boscastle harbour
Camping guide3 min readBoscastle vs Tintagel vs Bude: Where to Base Yourself

Choosing between Boscastle, Tintagel and Bude for your north Cornwall break, and why a base between them lets you enjoy all three.

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Cliffs on the north Cornwall coast where choughs and seabirds live
Camping guide3 min readWildlife on the North Cornwall Coast: Choughs, Seals and More

A seasonal guide to the wildlife of the north Cornwall coast near Boscastle, from choughs and seals to seabirds and clifftop flowers,...

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Two people walking on a north Cornwall beach at sunset
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Camp two miles from Boscastlefields, sky and sea

Spacious, quiet farm pitches with free showers, free awnings and parking beside your pitch. Open 1 April – 31 October.

Adults£10 / night
Children 5+£5 / night
Electric hook-up£7 / night
Dogs (max 2)£2 each
Reception9am – 7pm