Child holding a bucket while rock pooling on a Cornwall beach
The Pennycrocker journal

Camping tips for north Cornwallfrom the farm

Practical advice for tents, caravans, families and dogs from Lower Pennycrocker Farm.

Campers at sunset on a farm campsite in north Cornwall
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Last-Minute Camping in Cornwall: How to Find a Pitch

Practical tips for last-minute camping in Cornwall: when short-notice pitches are easier to find, how to search, and what to pack in a hurry.

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The north Cornwall coastline near the Devon border
Tips3 min readCamping in Devon and Cornwall: Picking Your Base

How to plan a camping trip that takes in both Devon and Cornwall, with a north Cornwall base near the border and...

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Dusk over quiet camping fields near Boscastle
Tips3 min readAdults-Only Campsites in Cornwall: What to Know

What adults-only campsites in Cornwall usually offer, and how to find a peaceful pitch even at sites that welcome families.

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Evening light over the sea on the north Cornwall coast
Tips3 min readBest Time to Visit Cornwall: Month by Month

A month-by-month guide to the best time to visit Cornwall, comparing weather, crowds and events for a camping trip on the north...

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Farm fields and horses at Lower Pennycrocker Farm near Boscastle
Tips2 min readCaravan Parks vs Farm Campsites in Cornwall

An honest comparison of Cornwall caravan holiday parks and small farm campsites, covering facilities, atmosphere, price and who each one suits.

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Aerial view of a farm campsite near Boscastle in north Cornwall
Tips3 min readBest Campsites in Cornwall: How to Choose the Right One

A practical checklist for choosing the best campsite in Cornwall for your trip: area, pitch, facilities, quiet, dogs, price and booking.

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Campers at sunset at Lower Pennycrocker Farm near Boscastle
Tips3 min readTent, Caravan or Motorhome? Choosing How to Camp in Cornwall

A practical comparison of tents, touring caravans and motorhomes for a camping trip to north Cornwall: costs, comfort, weather and driving the...

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Evening sky over the sea on the north Cornwall coast
Tips4 min readNorth Cornwall Weather for Campers: Reading the Forecast

How to read the weather forecast for a camping trip to north Cornwall: what wind speeds mean for tents, coastal rain, sea...

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Camping fields above the north Cornwall coast near Boscastle
Tips3 min readWhat to Pack for Camping in Cornwall, Season by Season

What to pack for camping in Cornwall in spring, summer and autumn, with extra lists for families, dog owners and motorhome trips...

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A rocky cove with clear water on the north Cornwall coast
Tips4 min readBeach safety in Cornwall: tides, currents and lifeguards

Essential beach safety advice for Cornwall, from tides and rip currents to lifeguard flags.

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Sunset over surf on a north Cornwall beach
Tips5 min readSurf camping in north Cornwall: beaches, tides and kit

How to plan a surf camping trip on the north Cornish coast, with beaches, kit and safety tips.

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A young child exploring rock pools on a Cornish beach
Tips4 min readCamping in Cornwall with a baby or toddler

Practical tips for camping with a baby or toddler in Cornwall, from sleep to easy days out.

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Grass pitches on a farm campsite in north Cornwall
Tips4 min readHow to level a motorhome or caravan on a grass pitch

A step-by-step guide to getting your motorhome or caravan level on a grass pitch.

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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