Polruan Holidays Camping & Caravanning
Townsend, Polruan PL23 1QH England
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Polruan Holidays is a delightful family owned exceptionally well maintained exclusive camping and caravanning park with a very convivial atmosphere, no overcrowding and well-spaced pitches, with no club or evening entertainment on site just peace and quiet, all set within a splendid unique location of outstanding natural beauty surrounded by National Trust and farmland, with the most fantastic panoramic breath-taking sea views. Whether you are looking to stay in one of our Holiday Homes or within the Camping field, we are sure you will find Polruan Holidays to be a kind of magical place, an area of tranquility and inspiration, with the sheep and the cows gracefully grazing on the rolling Cornish countryside and headland, the singing of birds and the welcoming nature of wildlife nestling within our hedgerows, you may see a rabbit or two and a occasional sighting of a fox or even a deer, all this with miles of the most magnificent astonishing panoramic sea views and this picturesque stretch of the rugged Cornish coastline from Dodman to the Lizard right here from the parkPolruan Holidays is situated at the very top of Polruan village just metres from the south west coast path and the famous Hall Walk. Within the village you will find two pubs serving real local ales and good home cooked food, both offering a takeaway service. Also a grocery store, a gift shop and a café. From the quay a passenger ferry (a short, but very pleasurable trip) takes you across to the well-known adorable harbour town of Fowey with plenty more shops, including bakers, butcher, a chemist, restaurants, more pubs, and takeaways. Fishing trips and boat hire are also available here. All set within an idyllic location for the Eden Project, Looe, polperro, The Lost gardens of Heligan, Lanhydrock, Mevagissey, and much more......The perfect place for Walkers, Photographers, Artists, Fisherman, and Bird watchers a like or just relax and unwind and enjoy this extremely unique un-spoilt charming Cornish location, and if you should feel the need to venture further there is also a bus service available from the park
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Free parking
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Pets Allowed ( Dog / Pet Friendly )
Self-serve laundry
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Grade: 54 out of 100
27Restaurantswithin 0.75 miles
11Attractionswithin 0.75 miles
Townsend, Polruan PL23 1QH England
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I cannot review this place enough. Owners are extremely nice and helpful. I was doing a 282 mile charity hike and these guys allowed me to camp here. Not only that, my phone got water damage in the storm. But thankfully to these guys we managed to sort it. They have all the amenities you need. Including a chill out library area which is very warm and cosy. If you’re looking for somewhere to stay then please go here. I’m looking to go back next year but this time for pleasure with the family.
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Travelled solo
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Responded 19 Sept 2023
Thank you for the review Robbie, even though you stayed only one wet night. We were happy to help you out and send you on your way to the next leg of your amazing charity challenge. Good luck with the rest of your walk and hope to see you again 👍
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What a lovely campsite, Liz & Ray were just an amazing couple and couldn’t do enough for us! Clean and tidy! A walk to the local pub and the ferry to Fowey is a great experience Thanks for a fab week A must is the local bus service ( Lewis Hamilton could learn off these guys) to Polperro or Looe
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Responded 17 Sept 2023
Thank you both for sending this review, we really appreciate your time in writing it. It was lovely to meet you both and hope to see you again if you are ever visiting Cornwall
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Every now and again you happen upon a campsite that’s just perfect, the Polruan Holidays site is just that. Ray & Liz couldn’t be more helpful or hardworking - the site is immaculate and clearly well maintained. The site just feels so relaxed and that’s down to their friendly approach, always visible and happy to help, with great know of the local area and services. If you want some peace and quiet with great sea views and coastal walks from the site Polruan Holidays gives you that. Thanks for a great stay and hope to stay with you again sometime!
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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Responded 11 Sept 2023
Thank you so much for writing this review and for adding the photos. We want all our guests to have a relaxing time and are happy you did too👍
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Just returned from a wonderful week in our motorhome at Polruan Holiday park. Liz and Ray could not be more welcoming. We have stayed at many touring sites both in the UK and Europe and this site is up there with the best. Very peaceful, well maintained with modern clean facilities. It’s a 10 minute walk down a hill to the lovely harbour town of Polruan which has two pubs a bakery, a well stocked convenience store and a cafe. At the harbour you can catch a small ferry across to Fowey which takes 10 minutes. The climb back up to the site could be a bit of a challenge for those who are less able. We will definitely be returning and would highly recommend it to those wishing to find peace.
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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Responded 11 Sept 2023
Thank you for the recommendation. We have been lucky enough to have received some lovely guests, (including yourselves), which help to make our job so much easier. Thank you again!
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An excellent campsite, very well run and maintained. The owners are friendly, helpful and hard-working, and keep the facilities spotless. This was our fourth time at the site - we don't often go back to many places more than once! If you like camping and Cornwall, this is the place to go.
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Date of stay: August 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Liz Fellows, Owner at Polruan Holidays Camping & Caravanning
Responded 23 Aug 2023
Hi Jane, Thank you for taking the time to write us a review. We hope to see you all again next year👍
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The campsite is a credit to Liz & Ray. They are always visible and keep the site tip top. The facilities are clean and tidy, the grounds are clean and tidy. During my stay i was unfortunate to need an emergency dental appointment which both Liz and Ray were very helpful in supplying the correct phone number to contact. The bus service that runs from the site entrance to Polruan, Polperro,& Looe is excellent if you do not have your own transport or prefer not to drive. The information supplied at reception is regularly updated. The main downside is the horrendous hill to and from the harbour at Polruan( it helps to keep you fit i suppose)
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Date of stay: August 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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Responded 23 Aug 2023
Thank you both for writing a review, we are glad we could help you in your hour of need and hope to see you again 👍
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Our fourth visit to Polruan Camping. We love this site. It has the most spectacular views out to sea. It is a quiet site so don’t expect the usual campsite entertainment but this suits us as a family. The site has a strict no noise policy after 10.30pm and during all our times here fellow campers respect this and this is one of the the reasons why many return Ray and Liz are great hosts and extremely helpful. The site is immaculate and facilities clean and functional. The site is in an elevated position above Polruan so the walk down is a pleasure but walk back a bit more challenging. There is a regular bus service at a Polruan Quay and if you ask the driver to drop you at the campsite he is more than happy to oblige. Polruan Quay is a lovely place to hang out. The Lugger Inn has a hatch serving drinks and it is great to sit at the harbour watching the boats and people playing around in the water. Polruan is a working harbour and C Toms the boat repairer is located centrally but the activity adds to the charm of the place. One of the best features is the regular water taxis to Fowey. So if you want the bright lights of Fowey and an amazing choice of pubs, bars and restaurants then what a way to arrive from Polruan. We found returning to a quieter Polruan was a great trade-off. Looking forward to returning! …
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Date of stay: July 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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Responded 2 Aug 2023
Thank you so much for taking the time to write this informative review. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay and hope to welcome you all again next year 👍
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Stayed over in Motorhome. Fabulous site. 5 stars for facilities, tidiness, cleanliness, peacefulness etc. dropped one for site location. For us, the walk up and down to village amenities was just a tad too steep to be done more than once. No parking at the bottom by harbour. The 4 miles along lanes to access site - a bit to long and narrow. But that’s Cornwall and what makes it unique. Just found everything we wanted to do was tricky.
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Date of stay: July 2023Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Response from Liz Fellows, Owner at Polruan Holidays Camping & Caravanning
Responded 1 Aug 2023
Thank you for your honest review and good advise regarding the hill down to the village. There is a bus service which stops right outside the campsite and runs about 5 times a day going both down the hill to the quay as well as Polperro and Looe. However, the service does not run in the evening or weekends
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We have stayed at this fantastic campsite many times. It is in a beautiful location with great access to Fowey via the passenger ferry. It is very quiet, even though not adults only, and Liz and Ray are the perfect hosts ensuring everything is clean and as it should be. We’ve been to many campsites all over the country and this would be our first choice.
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Date of stay: July 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from Liz Fellows, Owner at Polruan Holidays Camping & Caravanning
Responded 26 Jul 2023
Thank you both for the great review and lovely photos, and most of all for being perfect guests. Hope to see you again (fingers crossed later in the season)!
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Wonderful small campsite..beautiful view, nice owners, perfect facilities. Wifi only working near library. We loved our stay here! Polruan itself is nice small fisherman's village, ferry to Fowey is great!
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Date of stay: July 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from Liz Fellows, Owner at Polruan Holidays Camping & Caravanning
Responded 24 Jul 2023
Thank you for writing a review. We are glad you enjoyed your stay with us 👍
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Frequently Asked Questions about Polruan Holidays Camping & Caravanning
Which popular attractions are close to Polruan Holidays Camping & Caravanning?
Nearby attractions include Fowey Estuary (0.7 miles), Fowey Aquarium (0.7 miles), and Fowey Parish Church (0.7 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at Polruan Holidays Camping & Caravanning?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free parking, and self serve laundry.
Is parking available at Polruan Holidays Camping & Caravanning?
Yes, free parking is available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Polruan Holidays Camping & Caravanning?
Conveniently located restaurants include Quay Bakery, The Dwelling House, and Appleton's Bar & Restaurant.
Is Polruan Holidays Camping & Caravanning located near the city centre?
Yes, it is 0.3 miles away from the centre of Polruan.
Are pets allowed at Polruan Holidays Camping & Caravanning?
Yes, pets are typically allowed, but it's always best to call ahead to confirm.
Are there any historical sites close to Polruan Holidays Camping & Caravanning?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Mevagissey to Fowey Ferry (8.0 miles), Lanhydrock House and Garden (9.0 miles), and Restormel Castle (6.8 miles).