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Holidaying with your EV in St Ives

More UK drivers are choosing electric and hybrid vehicles than ever, and finding EV-friendly holiday accommodation is becoming a top priority. At Polmanter Touring Park we’re pleased to provide convenient on-site electric vehicle (EV) charging for both our camping and self-catering accommodation guests.

Each of our luxury self-catering properties includes a dedicated EV charging point, while camping and touring guests can make use of our charge points located near Reception. Whether you’re staying in a cottage or on a touring pitch, you can enjoy a relaxing, EV-friendly holiday in Cornwall.
Find out more about our on-site EV charging, including user friendly guidance.

We understand that travelling with an EV can come with a few extra considerations – especially in an unfamiliar area – so we’ve put together some helpful tips and information to give you added peace of mind.

Planning your EV journey to Polmanter

We’ve had our share of nervous journeys, watching the battery gauge. Thankfully, charging options are improving, with plenty of places for a re-charge en route to Cornwall. We find Zap-map is a great tool for planning your trip.

Cornwall Services, 43 miles from the park, provides 4 Ecotricity sockets; and 30 miles from Polmanter, the Shell fuel station at Carland Cross can offer a final rapid top-up with Shell Recharge on your journey.

Tesla drivers can enjoy a stop at Darts Farm near Exeter for plentiful Tesla supercharging plus a fantastic farm shop (114 miles to go!). The Arundel Arms at Lifton also offers several supercharging bays (70 miles from Polmanter). There are also 8 shiny new Superchargers just off the A30 between Camborne and Redruth, less than 10 miles from Polmanter (Tesla only).

Our closest rapid charging option is St Erth railway station, 4.8 miles from Polmanter. Both St Erth car parks have 50kW GeniePoint charging available.

Explore West Cornwall and further afield in your EV

Located on the outskirts of St Ives, Polmanter is the perfect location to explore West Cornwall. In 10 minutes, you can be on the A30 and heading towards many of the local attractions (and back) on a full charge.

Here are some handy EV charging locations to be aware of. They’re sourced from our own local knowledge and ZapMap / PlugShare. Always double-check via an app or the venue you’re visiting, as charger availability can change.

We’ve also included the distances from Polmanter to help you plan your day out.

St Erth – 4.8 miles

Charging points:

  • St Erth railway station, TR27 6LP. (GeniePoint) – 1 x 50kW CCS/ CHAdeMO on the ticket office side of the station (but reports suggests max 11/12kW, and beware the overstay fine); 2 x 22kW type in the larger car park on the other side of the railway tracks.

Attractions nearby:

  • Coast 2 Coast Karting, St Erth – 5.1 miles
  • Penwith Pitch and Putt, St Erth – 5.5 miles

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Hayle – 5.6 miles

Charging points:

  • Asda South Quay, TR27 4EP. (Pod Point) 7kW. Free parking for 2 hours.

Attractions nearby:

  • Paradise Park – 5.9 miles
  • Hayle Towans – 8.8 miles
  • Hayle Outdoor Swimming Pool – 6 miles

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Penzance – 6.9 miles

Charging points:

  • Harbour long stay car park, TR18 2GA – (Swarco E.Connect) 50kW and 22kW Type 2
  • Sainsburys, TR18 3AP (Pod Point) – 2 x 7kW Type 2
  • Tesco Superstore, TR18 3DU (Pod Point) – 4 x 7kW Type 2

Attractions nearby:

  • Jubilee Pool – 7 miles
  • Trengwainton Gardens – 7.5 miles
  • St Michael’s Mount (National Trust), Marazion – 9.3 miles

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Camborne – 9.6 miles

Charging points:

  • Tesla Superchargers, TR15 3GF (Tesla only) – 8 x CCS Up to 250kW
  • The Copper Coast Inn, TR14 0BJ (Osprey) – 2 x 50kW CCS/CHAdeMO x 2
  • Morrisons, TR15 3NH. (GeniePoint) – 1 x 50kw CCS/CHAdeMO or 22kW Type 2
  • Flowerpot Chapel car park, TR15 2AE. (GeniePoint) – 1 x 50kW CCS/CHAdeMO or 43kW Type 2
  • Tesco Superstore, TR15 1AX (PodPoint) – 2 x 7kW Type 2
  • Tesco Extra Redruth, TR15 3QJ (Podpoint) – 2 x 7kW Type 2

Attractions nearby:

  • Tehidy Woods – 15 miles
  • Redruth Regal – 16.4 miles
  • Redruth Buttermarket – 16.5 miles
  • East Pool Mine (National Trust) – 14.5 miles
Land’s End – 17 miles

Charging points:

  • Land’s End: Superfast 43kW and 50kW. Open daily 10am-5pm daily. £6 to enter car park.
  • Minack: Fast 7kW. Free of charge to customers.

Attractions nearby:

  • Sennen Cove – (16.2 miles)
  • Land’s End Visitor Centre – (17 miles)
  • The Minack Theatre, Porthcurno – (16.6 miles)

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Truro – 25 miles

Charging points:

  • Truro Park and Ride (East), TR1 1RH (GeniePoint) 2 x 7kW Type 2
  • The County Arms, TR1 3PZ (GeniePoint) – 1 x 50 kW CCS/CHAdeMO or 22 kW Type 2
  • Lidl Truro, TR1 2BY – “Coming Summer 22” (GeniePoint) – 1 x 50 kW CCS/CHAdeMO or 22 kW Type 2
  • Truro Park and Ride (West), TR4 9AN (GeniePoint) –  22kW Type 2
  • Trevissome Park (TR4 8UN) (GeniePoint) – 1 x 43kw Type 2 or 50kw CCS/CHAdeMO

Attractions nearby:

  • Hall for Cornwall – 27 miles
  • Boscawen Park – 27.2 miles
  • Trelissick Gardens (National Trust) – 28.3 miles

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Falmouth – 28 miles

Charging points:

  • Quarry car park, TR11 2BX.  (GeniePoint) 43kW and 50kW
  • Grove Place car park, TR11 4AL. (Evolt) 4 devices and 10 connectors
  • McDonald’s Falmouth, TR11 2ER. (InstaVolt) 120 kW rapid charging, open 24 hours

Attractions nearby:

  • National Maritime Museum – 28.1 miles
  • Pendennis Castle (English Heritage) – 28.8 miles
  • Trebah Gardens – 30.2 miles

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Newquay – 30.7 miles

Charging points:

  • Albany Road car park, TR7 2NQ. 43kW and 50kW
  • Trenance car park, TR7 2LZ, near the zoo. (Evolt), 3 devices and 7 connectors

Attractions nearby:

  • Newquay Zoo – 31.6 miles
  • Fistral Beach – 31.5 miles
  • Blue Reef Aquarium – 31.5 miles

As well as downloading an app, you can also read Cornwall Council’s information about their Pay as You Go EV chargers and IntoCornwall’s list of additional charging points that can be found across the county.

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EV charging at Polmanter

We’re pleased to offer convenient on-site EV charging for both our camping and touring guests, as well as those staying in our self-catering accommodation.

Whether you’re pitching up or settling into a cottage, charging your electric vehicle is straightforward and hassle-free during your stay.

EV charging for camping and touring guests

We have four dedicated EV charging spaces located behind Reception, equipped with 2 Monta chargers capable of delivering up to 22kW. A charge per kWh applies, which is currently priced at 0.50p.

To start charging, simply park up, scan the QR code and plug in to start to your charge once you’ve arrived.

To stop charging, tap ‘Stop Charging’ in the Monta app, disconnect the cable from your car first and then disconnect the cable from the charger
Please note – it is important to cancel the charge/release the cable from the car first – this will allow the charger to release your cable.

This service is provided and managed by Monta Charge. In the event of issues, chat with support live in the Monta app or at Monta.com

In an emergency, please contact reception.

Please do not charge your EV on your pitch. As stated in our T+Cs, this is a 16amp electric socket intended for light domestic use of a single electric hook up to your caravan, motorhome or tent. Use outside of this can present a safety risk and is not factored into the pitch pricing.

Monta app user guide: step by step instructions

If you already have the Monta app, here’s how to start charging without scanning the QR code.

1. Plug in

2. Open Monta app

3. Click on QR code icon

4. Click on ‘Take a picture of QR’

5. Scan QR code on charging unit

6. Follow instructions to make payment and begin charging

EV charging for self catering guests

Each self-catering property has its own designated parking space equipped with an EV charger. Charging is included as part of your stay – simply park up, plug in, and charge.

If you experience any issues, please contact reception.