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Cornwall campsite Silver Sands completes £1m revamp for 80th anniversary

03.06.2026 17:50 1 min 2 sources
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Cornwall campsite Silver Sands completes £1m revamp for 80th anniversary
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Private campsite Silver Sands on the Lizard Peninsula completed a two-year, £1m refurbishment. Occupancy rose 10%, and advance summer bookings are up 11.5%. The owner fears a proposed tourist tax could curb future investment.

Silver Sands campsite on the Lizard Peninsula in Cornwall, celebrating its 80th anniversary, has completed a two-year refurbishment costing over £1m. The investment went into new lodges with private gardens and hot tubs, as well as upgraded Wi-Fi and shower facilities.

Following the revamp, occupancy rose by 10%, and advance summer bookings are up 11.5% compared to last year. The owner expressed concern that a proposed tourist tax in Cornwall could halt future investment, particularly for small independent operators.

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Cornwall campsite completes £1m refurbishment for 80th anniversary

03.06.2026 Cornwall Live ENG

Cornwall holiday park reports rise in demand after £1m revamp

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