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Many campers fall in love with North Cornwall and want to come back again and again, or stay for longer. If you're looking for a seasonal pitch or a longer stay in Cornwall, Lower Pennycrocker Farm is a quiet, family-run campsite at St Juliot, about two miles from Boscastle. Here's what we can tell you, and how to ask us about your plans.
Do you offer seasonal pitches?
We don't publish seasonal pitch packages or prices on our website. If you're interested in a seasonal pitch or a long stay, please call Colin and Karyn on 07967 605392, or email colin.heard@yahoo.com. Tell us your dates, your outfit and what you need, and we'll tell you honestly what we can offer.
Caravan storage
We also don't publish a confirmed storage service. If you need storage rather than a holiday pitch, please read our caravan storage page and ask us directly.
Longer stays
We welcome longer holidays during our season, from 1 April to 31 October. Our standard nightly rates are on our pitches and prices page. For a long stay, call us first to check availability.
Why North Cornwall for a longer stay?
A longer stay lets you really get to know an area. From our campsite, you can explore a different place every day without long drives:
- Boscastle: about two miles away, with its harbour, pubs and the Valency Valley.
- Tintagel: about seven miles, with its castle and coast.
- Crackington Haven: about five miles, with dramatic cliffs and a sheltered beach.
- Bodmin Moor and Rough Tor: about six miles inland.
- Bude: about 15 miles, with beaches and a sea pool.
- Port Isaac: about 15 miles, a famous fishing village.
See our things to do page and our North Cornwall day trips guide.
About our campsite
Lower Pennycrocker Farm has been in the same family for more than 80 years. Colin and Karyn run the campsite. It's a simple, quiet farm site with open grass fields and wide views.
Facilities
- 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, on a lead.
There's no shop, bar or play area. For supplies, Camelford, Bude and Boscastle are close by. See our facilities page.
Pitches
Our pitches are on grass. Bring levelling ramps for caravans and motorhomes, and a 25m cable if you're booking electric.
The season through the year
Staying across the season means you see North Cornwall change.
Spring
April and May bring wildflowers on the clifftops, longer days and quieter beaches. See our spring camping page.
Summer
June to August is the warmest and busiest time, with long evenings and the best beach weather.
Autumn
September and October are often calm, with fewer crowds and beautiful light. See our October camping page.
Out of season
We're closed from November to March. If you're planning ahead for next year, it's worth getting in touch early, especially for the summer holidays, when the site is at its busiest.
Who it suits
A longer stay with us suits retired couples, walkers, artists, photographers, and anyone who loves peace and the outdoors. If you work remotely, please ask about phone signal before you book, as rural coverage varies.
Living well on a longer stay
- Supplies: plan regular shopping trips, as there's no shop on site.
- Laundry: ask us about options locally.
- Walking: the South West Coast Path is about half a mile away.
- Eating out: Boscastle has pubs and cafés. See places to eat in Boscastle.
Getting here
We're at Lower Pennycrocker Farm, St Juliot, Boscastle, Cornwall PL35 0BY. Our what3words address is happen.violinist.inserted. See our getting here page. The lanes near the campsite are narrow, so take care with large caravans.
Reception hours
Our reception hours are 9am to 7pm. Please arrange your arrival time with us before you travel.
How to ask us
When you get in touch about a seasonal pitch or longer stay, it helps to tell us:
- Your preferred dates or months.
- Whether you have a tent, touring caravan, motorhome or campervan, and its size.
- Whether you need electric hook-up.
- How many people and dogs will be staying.
- Whether you'd like to leave your outfit on site between visits.
Call 07967 605392 or email colin.heard@yahoo.com. We'll get back to you with what's possible.
Booking a normal stay
For shorter holidays, check live availability and book direct using the booking bar on our home page.
Questions we often get
Do you offer seasonal pitches?
We don't publish seasonal packages. Please call 07967 605392 to ask.
Do you offer caravan storage?
We don't publish a storage service. Please contact us to ask.
When is the campsite open?
From 1 April to 31 October.
Can I stay for several weeks?
Please call us to check availability for longer stays.
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.