in our own words
A long weekend is the perfect excuse for a camping trip, and bank holidays are some of the most popular dates of our season. This page lists the upcoming bank holidays that fall in our season at Lower Pennycrocker Farm near Boscastle, and how to make the most of them.
Bank holiday dates in our season
We are open from 1 April to 31 October. Dates for England and Wales from gov.uk:
| Bank holiday | 2027 | 2028 |
|---|---|---|
| Good Friday | Friday 26 March (before we open) | Friday 14 April |
| Easter Monday | Monday 29 March (before we open) | Monday 17 April |
| Early May bank holiday | Monday 3 May | Monday 1 May |
| Spring bank holiday | Monday 31 May | Monday 29 May |
| Summer bank holiday | Monday 30 August | Monday 28 August |
Note that Easter 2027 falls before our 1 April opening date. The late-May bank holiday usually coincides with the Cornwall school half term: see Cornwall school holiday dates.
Booking a bank holiday weekend
- Book early. Bank holiday weekends fill first, especially late May and August.
- Check minimum stays. Please check the live calendar or ask when you book.
- Arrive in reception hours. Reception is open 9am–7pm. If traffic delays you, ring 07967 605392.
Beating the bank holiday traffic
The A30 and A39 are at their busiest on the Friday afternoon before a bank holiday and on the Monday. Leave early or travel on Thursday evening if you can. Our route guide from the M5 and getting here page help you plan.
What to do on a bank holiday weekend
Boscastle and Tintagel are busy on bank holidays, so go early or late in the day. Our weekend in Boscastle itinerary works well for a three-night break. Quieter options include the coast path from the farm, the Valency valley and the Bodmin Moor tors. See also when Boscastle is busy.
Early May is also when Padstow holds its May Day celebrations; see our Cornwall events by month guide.
A three-night bank holiday plan
- Friday: arrive in reception hours, pitch up and walk the half mile to the coast path for the evening.
- Saturday: Boscastle harbour and the Valency valley early, before day visitors arrive. Afternoon at Crackington Haven.
- Sunday: Tintagel first thing, or a moor walk on Rough Tor if the coast is crowded.
- Monday: pack up, leave your pitch tidy and set off early to beat the homeward traffic.
If the weather turns, our rainy days in north Cornwall page has indoor ideas.
Prices
Adults £10 a night, children aged 5 and over £5, electric hook-up £7, dogs £2 each (maximum two). See pitches and prices.
Book your long weekend
Check availability and book direct, or read about spring camping in Cornwall.
Questions we often get
Are you open for Easter 2027?
Easter 2027 (26–29 March) falls before our season opens on 1 April. Easter 2028 (14–17 April) falls within our season.
When is the late May bank holiday in 2027?
Monday 31 May 2027.
When is the August bank holiday in 2027?
Monday 30 August 2027.
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.