Camping, caravan and glamping holidays in St Austell

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Looking for a campsite or caravan park in St Austell? St Austell is a town on the south coast, inland from St Austell Bay, and the touring pitches, static caravans, lodges and glamping sites listed here make an affordable, relaxed base for exploring this part of Cornwall.

From your pitch or caravan you can head out to Charlestown, Heligan and Mevagissey. Charlestown, Carlyon Bay, Par Sands and Porthpean are all a few minutes' drive away. Owners take their own bookings, so you can ask about tents, tourers, motorhomes and dogs before you arrive.

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Campsites, caravans and glamping in St Austell

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More holidays across West Cornwall

With few properties listed in St Austell, here are more owner-advertised properties within easy reach in West Cornwall.

Newquay · Glamping · sleeps 8

Sleeping up to 8, Penvose Farm Coarse Fishing is a glamping site in Newquay. It makes a practical base for Cornwall, with a beach less than a mile away. Larger family groups can be catered for.

“The farm is located near Cornwall Airport Newquay and provides a peaceful setting for anglers. The lakes are stocked with various fish species, including Carp, Rudd, Roach, Bream, Perch, Goldern, and Green Tench.” – the owner

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Porthcothan, near Wadebridge PL27 7UG · Glamping · sleeps 2

Shepherds Hut at Porthcothan in Porthcothan near Wadebridge PL27 7UG gives you a glamping site as your base for Cornwall. Days out on foot, by bike or by car start from the door, and you book direct with the people who run it. Guests can enjoy views of the sea.

“Holiday Cottage with sea views - Sleeps 2 people, in a Superb Cornish countryside of the spectacular North Cornwall Coast, near Porthcothan, St Merryn and Padstow Watergate Bay, Constantine Bay and Trevose Golf Course. A wonderful, fully plumbed, warm, shepherds hut with shower room, cooking facilities, wood burner and king sized bed,…” – the owner

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Borah Farm Cottages

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Lamorna, St Buryan , Penzance · Glamping · sleeps 6

For a holiday in Lamorna, St Buryan and Penzance, Borah Farm Cottages is a glamping site a short drive from St Austell, with a beach less than a mile away. The owners take their own bookings, so you can ask about dates and prices before deciding. Wi-Fi / internet access is available.

“Luxury self-catering Holiday Cottages in Lamorna all with private hot tubs and Glamping Holidays in three safari Tents - Tremornah sleeps six plus, Meadowside sleeps four and the Lodge sleeps two. Set in a delightful, sunny farm setting near Lamorna Cove.” – the owner

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Newquay · Camping & Touring · sleeps 10

If Newquay is on your list, take a look at Newquay Holiday Park, a camping and touring site with a beach less than a mile away. Booking direct means you talk to the owner, not an agency. Parking is available for guests.

“Newquays Premier Holiday Parks, camping, Tourers and Holiday homes, fantastic on site facilities including swimming pool, crazy golf, nightly entertainment and lots more.” – the owner

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The North Inn

From 10 to 40
St Just · Bed & Breakfast

The North Inn in St Just gives you bed and breakfast as your base for Cornwall. Days out on foot, by bike or by car start from the door, and you book direct with the people who run it. Short breaks are offered outside the main season.

“Bed and breakfast accommodation in 3 ensuite family rooms and 1 double with bathroom designed for disabled guests, each with a balcony overlooking the garden towards the sea. All rooms have television and tea/coffee.” – the owner

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Cubert near Newquay · Static Caravan · sleeps 6

Sleeping up to 6, Beach View Holiday Bungalows & Holiday Homes is static caravan holidays in Cubert near Newquay. It makes a practical base for Cornwall, with a beach less than a mile away. Wi-Fi / internet access is available.

“Three LUXURY HOLIDAY HOMES Beach View Holiday Bungalows & luxury Holiday Homes are situated in a magnificent position and have uninterrupted and breathtaking views over nearby Porth Joke, a beautiful and secluded sandy cove with safe bathing and surfing. Four Holiday Cottages (sleeping 4 - 6 ) plus three Holiday Homes ( each sleeping 4)” – the owner

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Helston · Camping & Touring · sleeps 10

Franchis Holiday Park in Helston gives you a camping and touring site as your base for Cornwall. Days out on foot, by bike or by car start from the door, and you book direct with the people who run it. Larger family groups can be catered for.

“Close to the rugged Cornish coast with numerous idyllic sandy coves. We have 38 touring pitches all with electric hook up, as well as 3 holiday chalets.” – the owner

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Holywell Bay · Camping & Touring

Holywell Bay Holiday Park is a camping and touring site in Holywell Bay. It makes a practical base for Cornwall, with a beach less than a mile away. Dogs and well-behaved pets can come too.

“Newquays Premier Holiday Parks, camping, Tourers and Holiday homes, fantastic on site facilities including swimming pool, crazy golf, nightly entertainment and lots more.” – the owner

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St Austell holidays – FAQs

St Austell is a town on the south coast, inland from St Austell Bay, about 12 miles from Bodmin.

Charlestown, Carlyon Bay, Par Sands and Porthpean are all a few minutes' drive away.

Yes. St Austell station, on the main line from London Paddington, is less than a mile and a half away.

Cornwall Online lists campsites, touring parks, static caravans, lodges and glamping in St Austell and nearby, each advertised by its owner. If only a few are listed, the page also shows sites across the wider region.

Each site links to its own website. You book directly with the site owner, who can confirm pitch types, hook-ups, pets and prices. Cornwall Online charges no booking fees.

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