Overview

Polmanter Touring Park has been owned by the Osbornes, a family-run business, for over fifty years. Situated in the stunning countryside with a view of St Ives, the park extends a warm Cornish welcome to all its visitors. With their extensive experience and passion for camping, the Osbornes dedicate themselves to ensuring that every aspect of your holiday is enjoyable and hassle-free.

The park offers breathtaking views of the Cornish coastline, from St Ives Bay to Trevose Head, approximately 40 miles away. It has a five-star rating for its modern facilities and meticulous attention to detail throughout the park.

Activities

The outdoor heated swimming pool is open from Spring Bank Holiday until mid-September, providing a perfect place to relax and soak up the sun. There is a shallow children’s paddling area at one end, and sun loungers are available on the spacious terraces for those who want to relax by the poolside.

Two hard tennis courts are open throughout the season for tennis enthusiasts. Guests can practice their swing and enjoy a game with friends and family.

There are two play areas at Polmanter. One is located in Geevor meadow and is suitable for younger children. It includes two wooden horses, a tractor, swings, a climbing frame with a slide, and a wooden V.W. camper van complete with a slide. The second play area is ideal for older children and is behind the tennis courts. It includes a zip wire, stainless steel, wooden pod structures with a slide, and an extensive trim trail.

The indoor games room has two pool tables and a table tennis table. A new cedar-wood-clad building also houses a soft play area, toddler zone, seating area, disabled suite, baby changing facility, and toilets.

A large sports field is close to the park entrance for all ball games like cricket and football and activities such as kite flying. It has two goalposts and lots of room to run around. Guests can also enjoy various activities for the whole family, including mini-golf and putting green. Rackets, balls, and clubs are available for loan from reception.

Finally, an onsite beauty spa, Escape Spa Treatment Rooms, offers holistic massage to help guests relax and unwind during their stay.

Food

The Stable Bar and Restaurant is a great place to dine out when you don’t like cooking. It has a pizza oven and is open five nights a week from Easter and every day during the peak season. The restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. You can drop by any time for tea, coffee, and cake or enjoy a drink in the garden while watching the sunset over the Atlantic.

The Stable Bar and Restaurant dedicates itself to using locally sourced ingredients whenever possible. They take pride in the fantastic produce available in West Cornwall, with local meats, sausages, and freshly caught fish prominently featured on the menu. The bar also offers a range of Cornish beverages, including St Ives beer and Penzance gin.

For those who prefer not to cook at their campsite, the Stable Bar offers a variety of delicious takeaway meals that can be ordered directly from the bar every evening during the peak season.

Imagine enjoying a freshly baked pizza while watching the sunset over the hills. It’s the perfect way to end a busy day on holiday. The Stable Bar and Restaurant offers a quality children’s menu with home-cooked, local food. Children are welcome in the restaurant, and highchairs are available, along with friendly staff, to make your family dining experience as enjoyable as possible.

In addition to the bar and restaurant, the Stable also has a well-stocked shop that sells camping essentials and excellent Cornish produce.

St Ives has recently become a food lover’s paradise, with a superb selection of places to eat. Guests can try one of the beautiful beach cafes or stroll along the Mediterranean-feeling Wharf in the evening, where the whole town smells delicious. Don’t forget to explore St Ives’ winding little backstreets, which are full of hidden gems.

Accommodation

Polmanter offers four self-catering holiday properties, including two luxury apartments and two idyllic cottages. Each property offers a unique experience for your stay in St Ives.

Kerenza and Demelza are beautiful modern apartments accommodating up to four guests. Kerenza features a private garden, a main bedroom with a luxurious Hypnos king-size bed, and a second bedroom with twin beds that can convert into a super king. The living room has a stunning view of Knill’s Monument and the Atlantic. Demelza is also a two-bedroom luxurious and welcoming apartment with views towards the sea from the main bedroom and kitchen area. It is designed with accessibility in mind and is dog-friendly.

Senara and Morwenna are stunning cottages that can sleep up to six guests. Senara is a three-bedroom property with a landscaped garden, hot tub, and B.B.Q. It has a spacious open-plan living space, with luxurious corner sofas in front of a 43″ Samsung Smart T.V. Morwenna is a two-storey cottage with two en-suite bedrooms, lovely rural views, and a beautifully landscaped garden with an outdoor hot tub.

All holiday properties offer well-equipped kitchens, comfortable living spaces, and stunning views. They’re perfect for families, couples, and friends. Polmanter’s holiday properties are dog-friendly, and up to two well-behaved dogs are allowed at an additional charge. There are also electric car charging sockets for guests driving electric vehicles.

Nearby

The area around Polmanter is perfect for exploring on foot, with stunning walks up to the iconic ‘Steeple’, down to St Ives, or even further afield. Polmanter makes an excellent base for discovering West Cornwall, situated just one and a half miles from the picturesque town of St Ives. Despite feeling remote and rural, the A30 is only ten minutes away. Guests can easily explore the area by bus, rail, bike, or on foot.

Penwith, located in the far west of Cornwall, is an affluent area with attractions and places to explore. Visitors can explore St Michael’s Mount, the Minack Theatre, old mining heritage sites, and the many beautiful beaches and coastal walks the area offers. Some highly recommended options include Porthminster and Porthmeor Beaches, both of which have excellent restaurants and facilities, Harbour Beach in the town centre, Porthgwidden, a pretty cove with a lovely cafe, and little Bamaluz, which is dog-friendly all year round. During peak season, guests can take a bus that will take them close to all of these beaches.

West Cornwall is the U.K.’s surfing hotspot, and guests can take advantage of the waves during their stay. If they are new to surfing, they can take courses for beginners at the St Ives Surf School, located on the beautiful Porthmeor Beach. The Ocean Sports Centre in nearby Carbis Bay offers many marine-based activities, including stand-up paddleboarding (S.U.P.) and kayaking.

As West Cornwall is relatively small, visitors can explore it by bike. St Ives eBikes has a fleet of premium bikes and gravel bikes to choose from, and guests can select from a range of cycle routes, ranging from 16 to 45 miles, with directions starting right from Polmanter. St Ives eBikes can deliver bikes to the site and offer a 10% discount to guests.

Summary

Polmanter Touring Park offers a variety of activities for the whole family, including a large swimming pool, tennis courts, a spa, and mini-golf. The direct bus service provides easy access to the beach and dog-friendly walks along the South West Coast Path.