Carthvean Yule Tree Farm
Helston, Cornwall, TR13 0JL
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About Carthvean Yule Tree Farm
Tucked into rural Cornwall near Helston, Carthvean Yule Tree Farm offers proper wild camping on a working farm – think composting loos, campfires under the stars, and sunrises that'll have you reaching for your camera before breakfast. Access is via a council-maintained bridletrack (often unmade), so be prepared for a properly rustic arrival, but the reward is spectacular scenery, peaceful pitches, and genuinely dark skies where the Milky Way gleams overhead on clear nights.
The location punches above its weight for families: Flambards Theme Park, beaches, and a heritage railway are all within 25 minutes' drive. On site, facilities keep things simple but thoughtful – running water, device charging, ice pack freezing, and even pre-pitched tents if you arrive frazzled. The owners arrange pick-ups from public transport for coast path walkers or car-free visitors, and there's a welcoming attitude to dogs, motorcyclists, and groups alike. It's remote without being inaccessible, and while some might find the bare-bones approach a bit too bare, those seeking a genuine back-to-basics Cornish escape will lap it up.
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Pitch types
- Non-electric grass tent pitch
Pitch details as listed by the booking provider — availability and exact pricing shown at checkout.
Facilities
Takeaway & food delivery
Handy if you fancy a night off cooking — here's what delivers near this site.
Just Eat — 10 takeaways deliver to this postcode (TR13 0JL)
Deano's Kebab House
5.0 · Kebab, Pizza
Tin Town Chippy
5.0 · British, English
India (resturant and takeaway)
5.0 · Indian, Asian
Nawaab Grilled Indian Takeaway
5.0 · Curry, Indian
Mando's Peri Peri & Greek
5.0 · Peri Peri, Greek
Checked 26 Aug 2026 — always confirm on justeat.co.uk before ordering, as coverage can change.
Deliveroo — 32 restaurants nearby
KFC
Burger King
Subway
Sainsbury's Supermarket
Morrisons
Checked 26 Aug 2026 — always confirm on deliveroo.co.uk before ordering, as coverage can change.
Nearest supermarkets
Handy if you're self-catering or need to stock up on arrival.
- Tesco, Helston 3.2 miles
- Lidl, Helston 3.8 miles
- Sainsbury's, Helston 3.9 miles
- Aldi, Camborne 5.2 miles
- Asda, Penryn 5.4 miles
- Morrisons 5.6 miles
- Co-op, Redruth 5.8 miles
Straight-line distances — the drive will be longer. Store data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
What visitors say
Just had a wonderful stay! After a fun drive down a classic farm bumpy road, we found ourselves in a wonderfully private field with bell tents and two wooden little homes. We slept in a gorgeous little red wooden travelling wagon, with small sofas and bed that can be single or pull out to double. Kettles, gas stoves, picnic benches, showers, compost toilets, fresh drinking water, and sink all available. Host came out to greet us upon arrival and give us a tour, super friendly and funny, generous and encouraged us to message if we needed anything. We had a great night's sleep, the field was quiet, just the subtle sounds of birds chirping in the morning. Excellent stay, I'm sure we will be back one day!
11 months ago · via Google
Great central location Super friendly host. Simple amenities (2 warm showers, 4 compost toilets, 1 large sink and 1 communal PowerPoint) Driveway is a bit rough, 2wd will have to go slow
2 years ago · via Google
Dirty caravan and mattress was disgusting and needed lots of work beofre I could stay there Unfriendly greedy owners
a year ago · via Google
Excellent service
11 months ago · via Google
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