Overview

Penhale Caravan & Camping Park offers guests the opportunity to enjoy breathtaking sea views in a stunning natural location. This family-run campsite is on a working organic farm just outside Fowey, boasting scenic views of St Austell Bay and the surrounding countryside. The very same views inspired many of Daphne Du Maurier’s famous novels. Guests can choose from self-catering accommodation in 12 static holiday homes or spacious camping and caravan pitches.

Activities

Penhale is perfect for exploring Cornwall, with sandy beaches, scenic walks, and the Eden Project nearby in an area of outstanding natural beauty.

Food

The little on-site shop stocks locally produced eggs, sausages, and bacon from the nearby award-winning butchers, as well as bread, milk, and disposable BBQs. If you need more supplies, there are convenience stores in Fowey and Par, 1.5 miles away. For larger supermarkets like Tesco and Aldi, you’ll need to drive to St Austell, which is only 5 miles away.

If you’re looking for a fun activity, you can go on a mackerel fishing trip and cook your catch on the BBQ at Penhale. But if you’re not up for catching your dinner, there are plenty of options for dining out in Fowey. You can try the best fish and chips in the area, enjoy some fresh Fowey River mussels, or indulge in a fancy meal at one of the many elegant hotel restaurants.

The Rashleigh Inn is a popular spot for walkers, sailing enthusiasts and beach-goers. It’s a friendly and traditional Cornish pub with a restaurant area and a large, comfortable terrace on the beach. The view of the sun setting over the bay is a beautiful sight to enjoy over dinner or a glass of wine.

Sam’s restaurant in the old lifeboat building at Polkerris is definitely worth a visit. Enjoy pizzas made in a traditional wood-fired oven, fresh seafood, and steaks. There is also a takeaway service available. However, the restaurant is so prevalent in the summer that booking ahead of time is best. Additionally, there are extra tables available outside on the beachfront.

Accommodation

Alongside the camping options, the park offers 12 holiday homes. Each offers a spectacular view of gently rolling farmland and the coast. Guests can book two or three-bedroom options, each with the capacity to sleep up to six or eight people.

All holiday homes are fully equipped with gas and electricity, with no hidden costs. The living area boasts a gas fire, dining table, comfortable seating, and a television with Freeview/Netflix. The living room also has a pull-out double bed for additional sleeping arrangements. The kitchen is well-equipped with a full-size cooker and hob, a full-size fridge with a freezer compartment, a microwave oven, a full-size sink with hot and cold running water, and all the pots, pans, glasses, crockery, and cutlery needed.

The holiday homes also include a double bedroom and one or two twin bedrooms with single beds. A single bed can be removed to accommodate a baby cot. The three-bedroom holiday homes have either additional heating in the bedrooms or central heating throughout. There is also a shower room with a wash basin and toilet. The three-bedroom holiday homes have a shower room and a separate toilet.

The outdoor area includes a picnic bench and ample parking space for each holiday home. Each home also has its own sizeable external bin and recycling facilities.

Nearby

Penhale is an excellent base for exploring Cornwall’s attractions, including the Eden Project and the Lost Gardens of Heligan. The nearest beach, Polkerris, is only one mile away and has beautiful views and amenities like The Rashleigh pub and Sam’s on the Beach restaurant.

Fowey, a historic town, is only a mile away. Explore the narrow winding streets, ancient buildings, and bustling quay. Charlestown Shipwreck and Heritage Centre showcases fascinating exhibitions about the village’s history, ships, and shipwrecks.

St Austell has a rich mining history. If you would like to learn more about the area’s industrial heritage, you can visit the China Clay Museum. Cornwall is well known for sailing, surfing, and other water sports, and many centres and businesses offer lessons and hire. Barguse Riding Centre is an excellent place to go horse riding and see the Cornish countryside.

Polkerris is the nearest beach. It is a sheltered, west-facing, sandy cove with excellent facilities. Kidzworld is an award-winning play centre that provides 54000 sq ft of family fun. The China Clay Country Park is set on the grounds of two former working China clay pits and provides visitors with a fascinating insight into Chinese clay.

Summary

Whether you are seeking a peaceful retreat or an active seaside getaway, this relaxed campsite is the perfect base for exploring the beautiful Cornish coast.