Camping FAQs

When you arrive please head to our campsite reception, or you can simply head straight to your assigned pitch and make yourself at home.

What are your check in times?

Check-in is between 12pm – 5pm for camping pitches, and 3pm – 5pm for any Shepherd huts or Eco Pods.
Check-out is at 10am.
The campsite manager is not always at the office (but will be on site). Any issues please call our site office between 9am – 5pm 01209 891500.
Our out of hours number is: 07510 548794 (until 10pm). Messages can be left after 10pm and you will be responded to asap. In the event of an emergency please contact the emergency services.

Can I arrive after 5pm?

Yes you can.
Please check your email confirmation for your pitch number, you can head straight to your pitch. If you are unsure, there is a map and list of arrivals on the wall of the campsite reception near the main entrance to the site. The campsite manager is not available after 5pm. There are no arrivals after 10pm.

Can I arrive early? 

Yes, but your pitch will not be available until the check in times above. You can park in our main car park and enjoy the site until your pitch is ready for you.

Can I have more than one tent on a pitch?

No. Pitches are for one family/group of up to 5 people. All pitches are for one tent plus a vehicle or, a campervan with awning, or a motorhome. We assume you will bring one large family tent, however we can allow two smaller tents for one family if the do not exceed 6m x 9m in total.

Can I camp next to my friends?

The only way to guarantee pitches next to one another is to book pitches next to each other at the stage of placing your booking online.

Can I have a fire pit or BBQ on my pitch?

Yes, but it must stay off the grass and not leave any burn marks.

Do you have chemical toilet disposal and grey water disposal?

Yes just ask the campsite manager to point you in the right direction.

Can I buy fire wood?

Yes, you can buy fire wood from the camping reception between 12pm and 4:30pm. Bags are charged at £5 per bag. Please return them to reception when they are empty.

Can I bring my dog?

Yes, but dogs must be kept on a lead at all times. We have two huge fields at either side of the park which can be used for free running. Please clean up after your dog and use the dog bin provided. There is an additional charge of £3 per dog, plus a cleaning fee of £10 for an Eco Pod and £15 for a Shepherds Hut.

Are the huts heated?

Yes, the Small Woods, Ty View, Sorrel, and Fennel all have wood burning stoves (wood supplied) and the rest have electric/diesel heaters.

Are bedding and towels included in the huts and pods?

Yes

Do the huts have cooking facilities?

Yes the all 6 huts have a small kitchen with crockery, cutlery, cooking utensils.

Are there cooking facilities on site?

No.
All our taps are drinking water on site.

Does the site have wifi and phone signal?

Yes, there is a strong 4G signal across the site. The campsite does not have wifi, but the café and atrium have free wifi available to use.

What is your noise curfew?

We have a strict 10:30pm noise curfew. Anyone who breaks the curfew rule will be asked to leave. If you are concerned about noise then please call the campsite manager on 07510 548794 at the time the noise is being made. We can only do something about it if we know at the time.

Can under 18s camp alone?

No, anyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian who is at least 21 years old.

Do I have to book to use the shower?

No.

Are all the Eco Park event spaces available to use?

The Eco Park is more than just a campsite. We are a multi use events space. This means that the main events spaces are hired out and the whole park is not accessible to campers all the time.

How do I find out what event you have on?

You can find all our events on our What’s on page HERE.

What time is the café open? 

Café opening times vary with the seasons. Please contact Canteen directly for opening hours. You can find details HERE.

How do I book a table at the café?

Canteen do not have a bookings system. All enquiries are directly through the café. The Eco Park can not take any café bookings. You can find their contact details HERE.

Is there public transport to the Eco Park?

Yes, the 315 bus between Redruth and St Agnes passes through Porthtowan. Bus times can be found HERE.

Are there shops near by?

Porthtowan has a small local shop and a health food shop. St Agnes has two vegetable shops and two local shops. The nearest supermarkets are Aldi and Tesco in Redruth. There is a Sainsbury’s in Truro.

Where can I eat near by?

We have a delicious plant based cafe called Canteen Cornwall onsite. Please visit the St Agnes tourist page for places to eat in Porthtowan and St Agnes HERE.

How long does it take to walk to the beach?

From the campsite you can walk to the beach on an old mining path through the valley. It takes about 15 minutes. Please note it is a steep climb back up to the campsite.

What walks can I do from the site?

With direct access to the South West Coast Path, and sitting in a designated ‘Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty’, Porthtowan and the St Agnes Parish are a haven for walkers of all ages and abilities. Paths are well marked and maintained, and whether you fancy a coastal stomp, a gentle amble from pub to pub, or a cross-country ramble, there’s something for you. There are lots of free walks which can be downloaded from St Agnes Forum.

Can I book surf lessons?

Porthtowan is one of the top surfing spots in the UK. You can book a lesson at Porthtowan Surf School, or hire a body board from Tris Surf Shop for hours of fun in the waves. We recommend hiring instead of buying the cheap polystyrene boards, they are not good for the environment! If you’re looking for lessons in St Agnes, Breakers Surf School run classes from Trevanuance Cove.

Can I hire a bike?

If you don’t want to bring your own bike, you can hire one from Coastal Trail Cycle Hire. They have a great range of bikes and will deliver them right to the Eco Park!

Can I book a kayaking trip?

The dramatic cliffs which line the coast are best explored on a kayak. Koru kayaking run guided tours and know all the secret spots only locals know about!

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