Camping near Mevagissey
Coast on one side, countryside on the other, and six sites within a few miles of the harbour.
I spent more nights out of doors on this coast than in — a landing does not wait on comfort — and I can tell you the valleys hold the weather better than the cliffs do. If you want the sea at your feet go to Pentewan; if you want to hear nothing at all, go inland a mile and you will.
Pentewan Sands
A campsite right on the waterfront, just round the corner from Mevagissey, with an indoor pool at a decent temperature and small slides attached, and the beach immediately outside.
Heligan Caravan and Camping Park
A five-star site inside one of Cornwall's best-known green places, the Lost Gardens of Heligan, with sea views over Mevagissey and the bay. A prime spot for nature.
Pleasant Streams Farm
Rural and rustic, beside an old farm in a quiet spot. The facilities are basic; there is a tyre swing and a little boat on the water. For getting away from the busier sites.
The Meadows
Small, adults only and dog friendly, just round the corner from the village with easy access to Heligan and Pentewan beach. A wildflower meadow, and a bar.
Seaview, Gorran Haven
A small family-run holiday park with an indoor heated pool: forty static caravans, all under six years old, and forty-six level touring pitches, two miles from the coast. You can cycle from the park to Pentewan beach or Heligan.
River Valley Holiday Park
Clean, spacious and with good walks, close to St Austell and to the Pentewan cycle trail that runs through King's Wood. Statics and a swimming pool.
A self-catering cottage in St Austell Bay with sea views, a large garden and parking, close to the beach and the coast path. Book direct with the owner.
Book direct with the ownerMevagissey Harbour — a guide to the village, the bay and the people who worked it.