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Wheal Rose Camping and Caravan Park
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Wheal Rose Camping and Caravan Park

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50.260°N, 5.205°W
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The smell of salt on the breeze and the distant cry of gulls remind you you're close to Cornwall's north coast, even before you've stepped out of your van.

Wheal Rose suits tourers and motorhomers who want a proper pitch with electric hook-up and the bonus of wifi when you need it. It's a tidy, no-fuss kind of place — not a sprawling holiday park, just a well-kept spot where caravans and campervans settle in without drama. Dog owners should ask ahead about bringing four-legged friends along, and the campfire policy varies, so check when you arrive if you're hoping for an evening round the flames.

Onsite you'll find the essentials — power points, a reliable internet signal, and a peaceful pitch to call home for a few nights. The vibe is quiet and uncomplicated, the sort of place where you wake up, brew up, and head out to explore the moors or the surf beaches without a long commute. Nothing fancy, nothing missing.

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Weather Outlook
Current Conditions
16°C
Overcast
5 mph
97%
7-Day Outlook
Today
18° / 11°
29%
Sat
20° / 12°
9%
Sun
20° / 17°
54%
Mon
20° / 17°
30%
Tue
18° / 16°
37%
Wed
16° / 15°
30%
Thu
16° / 15°
54%
Source: Open-Meteo · Updated hourly
Walks Nearby

Local walks within 10 km

80 routes found via OpenStreetMap

Redruth FP 18 Ground Truth

Follows a local footpath through Redruth's semi-urban outskirts with gentle gradients suitable for families and buggies on firm sections, though some stiles may require lifting. Dogs welcome on leads near livestock. The route offers a quiet escape from town centres, connecting residential areas with pockets of Cornish countryside and glimpses of the area's mining heritage, making it ideal for a brief leg-stretch between exploring Redruth's attractions.

Walking routeLocal network
0.21 km from campsite

Redruth FP 17 Ground Truth

Follows a short footpath link through Redruth's residential areas, likely flat to gently undulating terrain typical of Cornwall's mining heartland. Suitable for families and pushchairs on paved or well-maintained sections, though check surface conditions as some Cornish footpaths can be uneven. Dogs welcome on leads near roads and housing. Mainly a practical connecting route rather than scenic highlight – useful for reaching local amenities, parks or linking longer trails, but probably one to wa

Walking routeLocal network
0.51 km from campsite

Redruth FP 15 Ground Truth

Follows a local footpath through Redruth's outskirts, likely flat to gentle terrain typical of Cornwall's mining heritage areas. Suitable for families and generally accessible for buggies on firm sections, though some stiles or gates may require navigation. Dogs welcome on leads. Offers a practical community route connecting residential areas with green spaces, giving a glimpse of everyday Cornish landscapes and possibly old mining features that shaped the region's character.

Walking routeLocal network
1.16 km from campsite

Redruth FP 16 Ground Truth

Walking routeLocal network
1.3 km from campsite

Redruth FP 11

Walking routeLocal network
1.34 km from campsite

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Pubs, shops & services within 5 km

This site is properly off-grid — no shops, pubs, cafes or services within 5 km on our records. Pack a flask, a stove and your favourite supper. That's half the magic.

Data from OpenStreetMap · distances "as the crow flies" · walk times approximate

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