Pelistry Campsite
Penzance
📍 St Mary's, TR21 0NX
Photo: Andrew Abbott (CC BY-SA 2.0)
- Family run campsite for educational and organised groups
- Only minutes' walk from Pelistry beach
- Three separate sites available: Sea View, Island View and South Pelistry
- Flexible booking from Friday to Friday or Monday to Friday
Pelistry Campsite sits on the eastern side of St Mary's, Isles of Scilly, just a couple of minutes' walk from Pelistry beach. It's a family run site aimed at educational and organised groups, made up of three separate areas – Sea View, Island View and South Pelistry – with Sea View and Island View each accommodating up to 46 campers and South Pelistry up to 36. Sites are available for school hire during term time and open to organised groups at other times, with bookings running Friday to Friday or Monday to Friday. Being on the bus route, it's also easy to reach without a car. Nearby you'll find the Isles of Scilly Museum, Valhalla Museum and Bryhers Pop-up Museum, all within a few miles for a day out exploring local history.
How far to…
- Beach
- couple of minutes' walk
Practical details
- Minimum stay
- Friday to Friday or Monday to Friday
- Open
- Term time for schools, other times for organised groups
Accommodation on site
- Camping pitches
Details taken from the operator's own website on 7 Oct 2026 — check current terms when you book.
Facilities
- ✓ Beach Access
- 🌊 Sea Views
- 🚌 Near a Bus Stop
- 🔌 EV Charging Nearby
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Pelistry Campsite
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Valhalla Museum
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Castle & Heritage · 1.8 mi
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