in our own words
Long evenings, warm seas and beach days: summer is the classic time to camp in Cornwall. It is also the busiest. Lower Pennycrocker Farm offers a calmer alternative to big holiday parks: a family-run farm near Boscastle, about half a mile from the South West Coast Path, with space, free showers and parking beside your pitch.
What summer at the farm is like
There is no bar, pool or entertainment, so evenings are about sunsets, cards outside the tent and a walk to the cliffs. Families like it because children have room to play close to the tent; couples and walkers like it because it stays quiet at night. July and August are our busiest months, so book early, especially for school holiday weeks.
Summer prices
| Per night | |
|---|---|
| Adult | £10 |
| Child aged 5 and over | £5 |
| Electric hook-up | £7 |
| Dog (maximum two) | £2 each |
Awnings and pup tents are free. Groups are limited to eight people. See pitches and prices.
Beating the summer crowds
- Get to beaches early. Car parks fill on sunny days. Our beaches near Boscastle page lists the nearest options.
- Visit Boscastle and Tintagel early or late. Our guide to when Boscastle is busy explains the pattern.
- Use the bus. The 95 links Boscastle with Tintagel and Bude: see car-free days out.
- Travel midweek if you can, and avoid Saturday mornings on the A30 and A39.
Summer days out
- Beaches: Crackington Haven (about five miles), Widemouth and the Bude beaches. Check beach safety and tides and choose lifeguarded beaches with children.
- Coast path: early-morning walks before the heat. See walks near Boscastle.
- Shows and events: summer is show season. Our events calendar lists local dates.
- Dog owners: many beaches restrict dogs in summer. See dog-friendly beaches in north Cornwall.
A simple summer day plan
Start with a walk on the coast path from the farm while the air is cool and the paths are empty. Drive to a beach mid-morning, ideally checking the tide times the night before so you arrive as the sand is uncovering. Head back to the farm for a late lunch and a quiet afternoon in the shade of the car or awning. Then, once day visitors leave, drive into Boscastle for an evening stroll around the harbour and supper at one of the pubs. Finish back at your pitch for sunset, which on a clear midsummer evening comes after 9pm.
Summer camping tips
Summer on the north coast can still be breezy and cool at night. Pack sun cream and a warm fleece, a hat and waterproofs. Bring plenty of water for coast walks. Our seasonal packing guide has a summer list.
Book summer dates
We are open 1 April to 31 October. For the school summer holidays, see Cornwall school holiday dates, then check availability and book direct.
Early summer: June
For long evenings with fewer crowds than the school holidays, consider June. See Cornwall in June.
Questions we often get
When should I book summer camping in Cornwall?
As early as you can for July and August, particularly school holiday weeks.
Is the campsite quiet in summer?
It is busier than spring or autumn, but there is no bar or entertainment, so nights stay calm.
Are dogs allowed on beaches in summer?
Some beaches ban dogs during the day in summer. Check our dog-friendly beaches guide and local signs.
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.