Take a look at our guide of some of the best caravan sites Wales has to offer
Fancy visiting the Celtic wonder that is Wales this summer, but don’t know where to stay? We’ve rounded up our favourite caravan sites for your viewing pleasure. Offering lush valleys, coastal paradises and mystical landscapes, Wales truly has something for everyone. In no particular order then, here goes… our top 5 caravan sites. When we’re done, you’ll be dying to visit.
Erwlon Caravan and Camping Park
First off we have Erwlon Caravan and Camping Park. Set in the lovely market town of Llandovery, in Carmarthenshire, dog friendly Erwlon presents the perfect place to lay your head after a long day roaming the surrounding areas.
The site was started in the late 1950s by Cyril and Margaret Rees, and has remained a family business since. Erwlon prides itself on its ‘warm and welcoming’ atmosphere and boy do they deliver on this promise – just have a read of their reviews if you don’t believe us.
A host of activities await you inside the park, including fishing, while facilities within the park include wifi, childrens playground and barbeque area – perhaps for that big fish you caught earlier.
The possibilities are endless when you venture out of the site, with the quaint town of Llandovery catering for a wide range of interests. For the history buffs among you, the Llandovery Heritage Centre is the place to visit, along with the many local landmarks, all of which have stories behind them. For the more active, Llandovery offers the perfect location for touring, walking or cycling. For those nature lovers, Erwlon also provides access to green havens almost undisturbed by the hustle and bustle of the 21st Century.
For more information visit their website here where you can also download their brochure.
Brodawel Camping and Touring Park
Also family run – we’re seeing a trend here – Brodawel Camping and Touring Park is set in the countryside just outside Nottage Village. Far enough away to maintain the calm of your surroundings, but close enough that it’s no biggie if you’ve forgotten your toothbrush and need to pop to the shops.
Brodawel is a family oriented site and has a quiet policy from 11pm to 7am, making sure you can be well rested for what is sure to be a fun-filled next day. The surrounding area is packed with impressive landmarks, including breathtaking castles, museums and there’s also enough to get through if you decide to explore the local village.
This site is also perfect for a beach getaway as it is only a short distance from Porthcawl, home of gorgeous beaches – a popular spot for beginner surfers.
For more information, visit their site by clicking here.
Hendwr Caravan Park
Set in North Wales, Hendwr Caravan Park is the perfect stop for families. It offers amazing views of the Dee Valley and the Berwyn Mountains and also has a stream running through the park – we love a good water feature.
With a list of facilities as long as your arm – refurbished shower and toilet block, laundrette, refuse and recycling point, wifi and even a Sunday paper ordering service, to name a few – you won’t have to worry about a thing during your stay. Except maybe what to spend your days doing, as the list of potential activities is almost as long as the site’s facilities. The surrounding area offers the chance to fish, canoe, white-water raft, ride horses, visit castles and is even a short drive away from Snowdonia National Park.
Check out their site, here, for more information.
Faerie-thyme Camping site
Now time for a less conventional site. Faerie-thyme, Caravan and Camping site is an adult-only site but only for those willing to get imaginative. Looking like something out of a mystical fairytale, the site embraces the tranquillity of its natural habitat making this our first choice for caravanners looking to relax.
It is located only about 15 minutes from the birthplace of Merlin; pretty cool right? Only five minutes away, you will find a footpath leading you to Mynydd Llangyndeyrn, with its collection of Neolithic and Bronze Age monuments. You will also notice dream catchers and fire pits dotted around the site, just a couple of the idiosyncrasies that complete this quirky spot. You can really embrace the magic and legend of Welsh heritage while letting your inner hippy out.
To find out how you can have a Faerie thyme, click here.
Pen Y Bont Touring Park
Last but certainly not least, we give you Pen Y Bont Touring Park. Covering six acres of ground, this campsite is one of our favourites! Set in Bala, the “gateway to the epic Snowdonia National Park“, this site gives you the perfect opportunity to explore the wonders that the park has to offer, including the highest mountain in England and Wales as well as the largest natural lake in Wales.
Pen Y Bont offers the perfect location for a rural escape and accommodates up to 95 touring caravans, motorhomes and tent pitches – clearly everyone is welcome. Feel free to bring Fido along too as pets are also welcome here. Adding a little novelty, you also have a chance to stay in a traditional bow-top ‘gypsy’ caravan if you’re feeling a little eccentric. The site is also home to a supply store providing camping equipment, staple foods and locally made gifts.
Another aspect we love about this site is its environmentally friendly efforts. As well as encouraging campers to recycle, offering tips on their website, they also have a policy of using recycled paper, energy efficient light bulbs and push button taps in their showers and wash basins to avoid water waste. A round of applause for green living!
While staying here, you can spend your days engaging in activities ranging from white-water rafting and mountain biking, visiting the educational Slate museum and exploring the magical land that is King Arthur’s Labyrinth . You’ll certainly be spoilt for choice.
To get all the details on Pen Y Bont, click here.
So there you have it. The only thing left to do it pack a bag and hitch up the caravan… oh and choosing where to pitch up – we know that won’t be easy.
Siwrne saff!
