Quarryfield Campsite

The calls of wheeling gulls mingle with the distant rumble of Atlantic breakers, a constant soundtrack to this unpretentious Cornish campsite where the air carries that distinctive blend of salt and bracken. Quarryfield Campsite offers straightforward, year-round pitching for tents, campervans and caravans in a county where good-value sites can be surprisingly hard to find.

This is Cornwall stripped of frills but rich in possibility – ideal for those who prefer exploring rugged coastlines and tucked-away coves to lingering around elaborate facilities. The year-round opening makes it a rare find for off-season adventurers chasing winter storm-watching or those spring weekends when the coast path beckons without the summer crowds. Check about campfire policies when you arrive, as these can vary.

The atmosphere here is refreshingly low-key, attracting seasoned campers who know their own kit and relish the freedom to simply pitch up and head out. It's camping as it used to be: a comfortable base from which to experience everything this extraordinary corner of England offers, without the bells and whistles getting in the way.