in our own words
Camping with friends or family is one of the best ways to enjoy Cornwall. Lower Pennycrocker Farm is a quiet, family-run campsite at St Juliot, about two miles from Boscastle, and we welcome small groups of up to eight people. If you're planning a get-together with friends, a family reunion or a walking trip, here's what you need to know.
Our group size limit
To keep the campsite peaceful for everyone, groups are limited to eight people. If you're planning a larger gathering, we can't take the booking as a single group, and we'd ask you to choose another site. If you're not sure how this applies to your plans, please call us before booking on 07967 605392.
Why a quiet farm site works for small groups
Small groups often want space to relax together, without the noise of a big holiday park. Our open grass fields give you room to set up, cook and chat, with wide views and dark skies at night. You can park beside your pitches, and the South West Coast Path is about half a mile away.
About our campsite
The family has farmed at Lower Pennycrocker Farm for more than 80 years. Colin and Karyn run the campsite, which is a simple, traditional farm site.
What we offer
- Pitches for tents, touring caravans, motorhomes and campervans.
- Parking beside your pitch.
- Optional electric hook-up.
- Free showers, toilets, a disabled toilet and a washing-up room.
- Awnings and pup tents free.
- Dogs welcome, maximum two per booking, on a lead.
There's no shop, bar, play area or entertainment.
Prices
Per night:
- Adults: £10.
- Children aged 5 and over: £5.
- Electric hook-up: £7.
- Dogs: £2 each, maximum two.
For example, a group of six adults pays £60 a night, plus any electric hook-up. See pitches and prices.
Group etiquette
We want everyone on site to enjoy their stay. Please:
- Keep noise down, especially in the evening and early morning.
- Keep music quiet or leave it at home.
- Respect other campers' space.
- Keep dogs on a lead.
- Leave the facilities as you'd like to find them.
Ideas for a group trip
Walk the coast path
The South West Coast Path is about half a mile from our campsite. Walk to Boscastle, about two miles, or along the cliffs towards Tintagel. See our walks near Boscastle.
Visit Boscastle
Boscastle's harbour, pubs and cafés are about two miles away. Read our camping in Boscastle page.
Day trips
- Tintagel: about seven miles. See our Tintagel guide.
- Crackington Haven: about five miles.
- Bude: about 15 miles. See our Bude day trip.
- Bodmin Moor: about six miles. See our Bodmin Moor guide.
Surfing
Learn to surf together at Widemouth Bay or Bude. See our surf camping guide.
Cook together
Our washing-up room makes group cooking easier. Plan simple meals and share the jobs. See our easy camping meals guide.
Planning a group trip
Booking
Book early, especially for summer weekends and school holidays. When you contact us, tell us how many people, how many tents or vehicles, and whether you need electric hook-up.
Arrival
Reception hours are 9am to 7pm. Try to arrive together, or let us know if people are coming at different times.
Supplies
There's no shop on site, so stock up before you arrive. Camelford and Bude have supermarkets.
Cars and parking
Parking is beside your pitch. If several cars are coming, let us know when you book.
Family groups
Grandparents, parents and children camping together is one of our favourite sights. Children aged 5 and over are £5 a night. Children under 5 aren't on our tariff, so please mention them when you book. See our family camping page.
Walking groups
Small walking groups love our location near the coast path. Read our coast path walkers page.
What to bring
- Tents, sleeping bags and mats for everyone.
- Cooking equipment and food.
- Waterproofs and warm layers.
- Levelling ramps for vans.
- A 25m cable if you're booking electric.
See our packing list.
When to come
We're open from 1 April to 31 October. Spring and autumn are quieter and great for walking groups. Summer is the best time for beach days.
Where we are
Lower Pennycrocker Farm, St Juliot, Boscastle, Cornwall PL35 0BY. Our what3words address is happen.violinist.inserted. See our getting here page.
Booking
Check live availability and book direct using the booking bar on our home page, or call 07967 605392.
Questions we often get
What is your maximum group size?
Eight people per group.
Can we book several pitches together?
Yes, within the group limit of eight people. Please tell us when you book.
Can we play music?
Please keep noise to a minimum to respect other campers.
Is there a group discount?
We charge our standard per-person nightly rates.
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.