Having been in the family since the 1960s, we meet the second generation to run this popular Cornish site
Trevornick is a five-star family holiday park, situated just a stone’s throw from stunning Holywell Bay.
Offering over 600 touring and camping pitches, as well as holiday cottages, luxury lodges and statics, Trevornick is jam-packed with activities and entertainment for the whole family, including a heated outdoor pool, splash zone, Tranquility Spa, golf courses and fishing lakes. Plus, there’s a farm shop, takeaway, bars and a restaurant – everything you need for a relaxing break away. We caught up with owners, Robert and Richard Hartley, to find out more.
How long have you been running your campsite?
The Hartley family has been running Trevornick since the very beginning in 1963 and the site is now under the management of the second generation of Hartleys. It’s our sixtieth anniversary this year and we are looking forward to celebrating with our guests old and new!
How did you first become owners of the site?
We acquired Trevornick in the sixties, when it was still a farm. With its incredible position overlooking the breathtakingly beautiful Holywell Bay, its potential for tourism was soon realised and it was opened as a campsite to share this wonderful location with holidaymakers looking for a slice of the Cornish paradise! We feel incredibly lucky to have access to this natural beauty every day, and it’s a real privilege to share it with all of our guests.
Tell us a little about your site and how it first began
Trevornick started life as a simple farm that welcomed the occasional Scout group to use its land for their jamborees. You’ll still find references to the old farm if you look around! When the Hartleys took over, we gradually began to improve the site to make it suitable for general camping and touring. Over the years we’ve added more and more facilities and accommodation options to appeal to as many people as possible, and we’ve been rewarded with visitors who return year after year (many of them are now in their second generation, as well!).
What did you do before you became owners of this site?
We were originally a farming family, mainly arable farmers, growing a variety of crops, including barley, peas, cauliflower and potatoes amongst others. We’re delighted to be in the tourism industry now, though!
What do you like most about being the owners of a campsite?
It may sound corny but, of course, it’s the guests! Many have been coming to Trevornick for decades. Hearing their stories of Cornish holidays down the years is always such a
