Sometimes you just need to up sticks and swiftly escape for the weekend. Summit Camping, a scenic pop-up site in Cornwall, provides epic views on a small budget, with its positioning near the Kit Hill and other picturesque Cornish locations making this a great spot for friends and family alike. Bring your tent or campervan and pitch up within eight acres of land that neighbours over 400 acres of country park, with this wild camping experience ideal for the unfussy camper bringing their excitable kids and furry friends in tow.
Summit Camping is a laid-back affair. Its wild camping provides basic amenities such as portaloos, gas-powered showers with free biodegradable products to clean yourself with, and a freshwater tap. Complementing the pop-up site is a pop-up stall from host Tracy, providing the likes of free-range eggs, potatoes, jam, and honey depending on their availability. However, it's really for those who want to soak in their surroundings rather than staying on-site, as you'd expect from a campsite nestled in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
The camping field is located just below the track that leads to Kit Hill, which provides panoramic views of the sprawling countryside, stretching out into the winding moorland of Dartmoor and the heather-covered Bodwin Moor, both of which are also only a short drive away from the site. The more adventurous among you may want to take a dip in the small lake in Kit Hill’s Quarry, while those who want to stretch their legs should venture up to the 334 metres until they reach its peak, signified by the iconic ‘Kit Hill Chimney’ that can be seen from Devon.
However, Summit Camping isn’t just for those looking to increase their steps on their pedometer. Nearby towns and villages provide delightful days out among the local communities, with the ancient stannary town of Tavistock and the village of Gunnislake boasting a whole host of things to do. Take the kids to visit the donkey sanctuary near St Ann’s Chapel, enjoy the picturesque Tamar Valley Line – listed as one of the Great Scenic Railways – from Gunnislake station, and treat you and your loved ones to a trip around Cornwall that’s light on budget but heavy on memories.
