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Wales
WITCHES CRAIG CARAVAN & CAMPING PARK Blairlogie, Stirling, Scotland FK9 5PX t: 01786 474947
Directions: A91 Stirling to St Andrews road, 3 miles north east of Stirling Facilities: Toilets, showers, laundry, motorhome service point, electrical hard standing pitches, playpark, free wifi, dog walk, regular bus route Open: 1 April-31 October
WEST LOTHIAN
Positioned midway between Glasgow and Edinburgh, West Lothian's many attractions are within easy reach of the major cities. The area's heritage is rich and diverse, and well worth exploring.
BLACKBURN
West Lothian
MOSSHALL FARM CARAVAN PARK Mosshall Farm, Blackburn, West Lothian EH47 7DB t: 01501 762318
Directions: Leave M8 motorway at junction 4. Take road for Blackburn at t-junction A705 road turn left. Site is 600 yards on right. Open: All year Site fees: £10 to £15 per night
WALES
CARMARTHENSHIRE
Carmarthenshire is home to the National Botanic Gardens of Wales and some of the country’s longest beaches. Legend has it that Merlin the wizard was born here.
LLANDOVERY
Carmarthenshire
ERWLON CARAVAN & CAMPING PARK Erwlon, Brecon Rd, Llandovery SA20 0RD t: 01550 721021 / 01550 720332
Directions: Easy access. 1 mile east of Llandovery alongside the A40. Look for site & signpost south of the road. Open: All year Site fees: Contact for details
SOUTH WALES TOURING PARK (ADULTS ONLY) Llwynifan Farm, Llangennech, Llanelli, Carmarthenshire SA14 8AX t: 01554 820420 e: info@southwalescaravanpark.com w: www.touringpark.wales
Directions: Leave the M4 at junction 48 onto the A4138 (Signposted Llanelli) In 1 1/2 miles, at the first roundabout turn right. Then after 425 yards, turn left between bungalows into our farm road. Facilities: Heated shower and toilet block, dish washing, washing machine, tumble dryer, electric hook ups, 10 fully serviced pitches, free Wi-Fi, freezer, chemical disposal point, gas sales, motorhome servicing point, dog exercise field, dog shower. Nearby: National Botanic Garden of Wales, Wildfowl and Wetlands Trust, Aberglasney Garden, Millennium Coastal Park, Pembrey Country Park. Open: All year Site fees: £14.50-£29.50
NEWCASTLE EMLYN
Carmarthenshire
DOLBRYN CARAVAN & CAMPSITE Dolbryn, Capel Iwan Road, Newcastle Emlyn, SA38 9LP t: 01239 710683 e: enquiries@dolbryn.co.uk w: www.dolbryn.co.uk
Directions: See www.dolbryn.co.uk/copy-of-getting-here. Facilities: On site shop and bar, dog walking area, children’s play area, farm animals, woodland walk and nature trail, hot showers, laundry room, pot wash, EHU, fully serviced pitches and pod/glamping options. Open: 1 March to 7 November. Site fees: From £22 per night (electric) and £17 (non electric). Seasonal variations apply; special offers available.
NEWCASTLE EMLYN
Carmarthenshire
MOELFRYN CARAVAN & CAMP PARK Ty-Cefn, Pant-Y-Bwlch, Newcastle Emlyn SA38 9JE t/f: 01559 371231 e: info@moelfryncaravanpark.co.uk w: www.moelfryncaravanpark.co.uk
Directions: 3 miles south of Newcastle Emlyn off B4333 (Cynwyl Elfed) well sign posted. Facilities: A beautiful family-run park with stunning views across the Teifi Valley. Perfect base for exploring West Wales. Open: 1 March to 10 January Site fees: From £20
CEREDIGION
Ceredigion is home to iconic harbours and coastline–look carefully and you may spot the UK’s largest pod of bottlenose dolphins in Cardigan Bay.
BORTH
Ceredigion
GLANLERRY CARAVAN PARK Borth, Ceredigion SY24 5LU t: 01970 871413 e: enquiries@glanlerrycaravanpark.co.uk w: www.glanlerrycaravanpark.co.uk
Directions: Turn off A487 at the Rhydypennan Pub near Bowstreet onto B4353. Site 2 miles from junction on the right. Facilities: Toilets, showers, bathroom, laundry, wash-up, Calor and Camping gaz, kid’s playground, pets allowed. On bus route. Nearby: Fishing, golf, horse riding, swimming, beach. Open: March to October. Site fees: £26 for 2022.
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CARDIGAN
Ceredigion
CENARTH FALLS HOLIDAY PARK Cenarth, Newcastle Emlyn, Ceredigion SA38 9JS t: 01239 710345 e: enquiries@cenarth-holipark.co.uk w: www.cenarth-holipark.co.uk
Directions: From the North: A487 south to Cardigan. At Cardigan, take the A484 (Carmarthen). Park signposted left as you reach Cenarth. From the South: M4 motorway links to Carmarthen, A484 (Cardigan). Go over Cenarth bridge and the Park is signposted after about ½ mile on the right. Facilities: All pitches shingle hard-standing with elec hook-up. launderette, chemical disposal & dishwashing. Outdoor, unheated swimming pool, children’s play area and indoor games room. Coracles Health & Country Club with indoor swimming pool, Jacuzzi, sauna/steam rooms, gym and bar. Pretty village location with shops, pubs, garage etc. Fishing nearby. On bus route. Caravans for hire/sale and self catering cottages available. Open: 1 March to beginning November Site fees: £28 to £35
NEW QUAY
Ceredigion
WERN MILL CARAVAN PARK Gilfachreda, New Quay, Ceredigion SA45 9SP t: 01545 580221
Directions: At Llanarth on the A487. Turn NW on B4342. Approx 1½ miles at Gilfachreda take sharp right then sharp left after council houses. Site fees: Contact for details
CONWY
Famous for the tallest mountain in Wales, Snowdon, Conwy is also home to Conwy castle and Britain’s smallest house.
CONWY VALLEY
Conwy
BODNANT CARAVAN PARK Llanrwst, Conwy Valley, North Wales LL26 0SD t/f: 01492 640248 e: info@bodnant-caravan-park.co.uk w: www.bodnant-caravan-park.co.uk
Directions: South in Llanrwst at the pedestrian crossing, turn off the A470 for the B5427, with signs for our site, Nebo, the leisure centre. Site is on right. Facilities: Multi-service, hardstanding pitches for motorcaravans and/or grass with hook-up pitches for campervans. Two toilet blocks, disabled facilities, dog walking, dishwashing area. 26 years winner Wales in Bloom. Open: March-end October Site fees: £25 to £28 per night (two people)
PENMAENMAWR
Conwy
TYDDYN DU TOURING PARK ADULTS ONLY Conwy Old Road, Penmaenmawr, Conwy LL34 6RE t: 01492 622300
Directions: A55 to junction 16, left and immediately left again. 50 yards past Gladstone pub. Sat nav users should not use the postcode. Motorhomes up to 25ft accepted but we regret no tag axles. Open: March to October Site fees: Contact for details
TOWYN
Conwy
TY MAWR HOLIDAY PARK Towyn Road, Towyn, Abergele, Conwy LL22 9HG t: 01745 832079
Facilities: Electric hook up, disabled facilities, pets welcome, arcade, on-site shop, tennis, indoor pool. Open: March to October Site fees: See website for details
DENBIGHSHIRE
Stunning countryside, bustling market towns, two of Britain's best-known resorts and many centuries of rich heritage combine to make Denbighshire a destination with a difference.
PRESTATYN
Denbighshire
LYONS ST MARY’S HOLIDAY PARK Mostyn Road, Gronant, Prestatyn LL19 9TB t: 01745 855 326
Directions: From the A55 North Wales expressway, exit at junction 31 and follow the A5151 signposted for Whitford, then Llanasa, then Gronant. We are on the right on the A548 Coast Road shortly after the carvery and restaurant. Facilities: EHU, fishing lake, chemical disposal, adventure play area, rally and events area, launderette, washing up facilities, access to nearby sister park with entertainment and swimming pool. Open: March-October Site fees: Seasonal £2,650, nightly £23-£27
NANT MILL CARAVAN & TENTING PARK Prestatyn, Denbighshire, N Wales LL19 9LY t: 01745 852360
Directions: On A548 Prestatyn coast road 1/2 mile east of Prestatyn town centre. Open: March to October Site fees: Contact for details
GLAMORGAN
From magnificent castles and vast country parks to nature reserves and ancient potteries, Glamorgan is a wonderful place to explore at any time of year.
GOWER
Glamorgan
BANK FARM LEISURE Horton, Gower SA3 1LL t: 01792 687205 e: enquiries@bankfarmleisure.co.uk w: www.bankfarmleisure.co.uk
Facilities: A family-run site boasting stunning views of Horton and Port Eynon Bay. A short drive away you will find Rhossili Bay, regularly voted one of Britain’s best beaches. We offer touring caravan and motorhome pitches, camping, glamping pods and self-catering bungalows. Swimming pool, coffee lounge, bar and restaurant, shop and launderette, entertainment, shower and toilets. Open: March-December Site fees: From £25 p/n
GWYNEDD
Bordered by the Irish Sea, with its beautiful coastline and with the stunning Snowdonia National Park at its heartland, Gwynedd can truly claim to have some of the most amazing landscapes in the UK.
BARMOUTH
Gwynedd
HENDRE MYNACH Llanaber Road, Barmouth LL42 1YR t: 01341 280262 e: info@hendremynach.co.uk w: www.hendremynach.com
Facilities: Nearest site to Barmouth. Access to promenade/beach. Touring/camping/pods/3 statics & house (sleeps 8). Shop, launderette, EVC, shower, toilets. Cycling, trains and buses nearby. Dog friendly. 5* site, play park, longer season, ideal for families and couples. Open: March to January
Love the Lyons Life...
Pitch up and explore the stunning coast of North Wales at this family and dog-friendly park. We’re just a stone’s throw away from Prestatyn’s famous blue flag beach, Gronant Dunes Nature Reserve and more picturesque Welsh attractions.
Gronant, LL19 9TB 01745 855 326 /lyonsparks lyonsparks.co.uk
QUARRY VIEW TOURING PARK Baltic Road, Rhiwbryfdir, Blaenau Ffestiniog, Gwynedd, North Wales, LL41 3LD t: 01766 830161 e: quarryviewtouringpark@gmail.com
Directions: Off the A470 onto Glanypwll Road Nearby: Ffestiniog Railway, Titan Zip World, Bounce Below, Antur Stiniog DH & many more Facilities: Quiet site with 14 pitches, showers & W/C Open: 1 March to 31 December Site fees: From £20 p/night
CAERNARFON
Gwynedd
BRYN GLOCH CARAVAN & CAMPING PARK Betws Garmon, Caernarfon, Gwynedd LL54 7YY t: 01286 650216
Facilities: Set at the foot of Mount Snowdon on the banks of the river Gwyrfai this award-winning site has breathtaking views of the countryside that surrounds it. Site fees: £26 See advert below for more information
CAERNARFON
Gwynedd
PLAS GWYN CARAVAN PARK Llanberis Road, Llanrug, Caernarfon, Gwynedd LL55 2AQ t: 01286 672619 e: info@plasgwyn.co.uk w: www.plasgwyn.co.uk
Directions: From Caernarfon take A4086 for 3 miles. Park on right. From Llanberis take A4086 for 21/2 miles. Park on left. Facilities: Electric hook-up, hard standing pitches, grass pitches, shop, showers, launderette, pets welcome, free WiFi Nearby: Public transport, beach, swimming, boating, fishing, tennis, horse riding, golf, pub, restaurants, takeaway Open: 1 Mar to 31 Oct Site fees: From £26
CAMPING & CARAVANNING PARK
Betws Garmon, Caernarfon, Gwynedd LL54 7YY
Snowdonia 01286 650216
• Heated, luxury toilet and shower blocks • Disabled facilities • Super pitches with all-weather hardstanding & hook-up • Shop • Free wi-fi • Riverside BBQ area • Launderette • Designated dog walk • Children’s play area, mini-golf • Fishing onsite • Pub nearby www.northwalescamping.co.uk
TYN RHOS FARM Tyn Rhos Saron, Llanwnda, Caernarfon, Gwynedd LL54 5UH t: 01286 830362
Directions: From Cvon take A487 Porthmadog Road for 1/4 mile past Tescos straight ahead at roundabout. First turning on right for Saron Llanfaglan. Site 3 miles on left. Open: March to November Site fees: From £20 inc elec and showers. All pitches hardstanding plus super pitches.
PORTHMADOG
Gwynedd
GARREG GOCH CARAVAN PARK Black Rock Sands, Morfa Bychan, Porthmadog, Gwynedd LL49 9YD t: 01766 512210
Facilities: Within a short drive are the beautiful coastal village of Criccieth, the harbour and town of Porthmadog, and the mountain village of Beddgelert.
NORTH WALES
A region that’s Welsh through and through, North Wales is filled with castles, railways and superb scenery, with a rich heritage of music and language.
ANGLESEY
North Wales
DAFARN RHOS CARAVAN AND CAMPING SITE Dafarn Rhos, Lligwy Beach, Moelfre, Anglesey LL72 8NN t: 01248 410607
Facilities: Electric hook-up (10a), drinking water points, free showers and toilets, beach and dog showers, 1 mile away from seaside village of Moelfre. Pre-booking essential.
WREXHAM
THE TROTTING MARE CARAVAN PARK (ADULTS ONLY) Overton-on-Dee, Wrexham LL13 0LE t: 01978 711963
Directions: Located off the A528 Knolton and Overton. Open: All year Site fees: Contact site direct North Wales
PEMBROKESHIRE
Pembrokeshire is highly lauded for its picture-perfect Victorian seaside towns, its beaches and coastline, making it hugely popular for family summer holidays.
BROAD HAVEN
Pembrokeshire
THE BOWER FARM Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire SA62 3TY t: 01437 781554 m: 07891 540069
Facilities: The Bower is a traditional Pembrokeshire farmhouse overlooking St. Brides Bay. We are in walking distance of Broad Haven, sandy beach and the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park. Close by are superb riding facilities, sailing, windsurfing, diving, sea and fresh water fishing and golf courses. This is one of the sunniest parts of Britain, making holidaying all year round a reality. Site fees: £30 per night (elec incl)
ST DAVIDS
Pembrokeshire
CAERFAI BAY CARAVAN & TENT PARK Caerfai Road, St Davids, Pembrokeshire SA62 6QT t: 01437 720274 e: info@caerfaibay.co.uk
w: www.caerfaibay.co.uk Directions: Turn left at the roundabout, off A487 just before Oriel y Parc in St Davids, SP Caerfai. At road end, immediately prior to car park, turn right into Park. Facilities: Hook-ups, toilets, showers,disabled facilities, family amenity block. Motorhome dump stations,chemical disposal, laundry, dishwash facs. Calor/Camping Gaz. Open: 1 March-4 November Site fees: £16-£30 (inc. electric)
TENBY
Pembrokeshire
ROWSTON HOLIDAY PARK New Hedges, Tenby, Pembrokeshire SA70 8TL t: 01834 842178
Directions: From Carmarthen take A477 to Kilgetty roundabout. Follow signage to Tenby. At New Hedges roundabout take road into New Hedges. Rowston is on the left just past McColl’s store. Site fees: Contact site for details
TENBY
Pembrokeshire
WELL PARK CARAVANS Tenby, Pembrokeshire SA70 8TL t/f: 01834 842179
Directions: From Carmarthen take A477 to Kilgetty roundabout. 5 miles from Tenby take A478 follow to next roundabout ignore signs for New Hedges Saundersfoot follow A478 to Tenby. Park is the second turning right after the roundabout, 1 mile before Tenby. Open: March to October Site fees: £18 to £34
POWYS
Powys is the largest county in Wales and the longest in Britain. Running from north to south along the border, some call it the backbone of Wales.
ANCHORAGE CARAVAN PARK Bronllys, Brecon, Powys LD3 0LD t: 01874 711246 f: 01874 711711 w: www.anchoragecp.co.uk
Directions: 8 miles north east of Brecon. In centre of Bronllys village. Facilities: Heated shower block, family room, disabled room, electric points, launderette and hairdressers. Nearby: Golf 8 miles, fishing, walking, touring, horse riding 3 miles. Open: All year Site fees: From £8 per person
BUILTH WELLS
Powys
FFOREST FIELDS Hundred House, Builth Wells LD1 5RT t: 01982 570406 e: office@fforestfields.co.uk w: www.fforestfields.co.uk
Directions: 4 miles east of town, on A481 (New Radnor Road), wide entrance. GPS: N52.17121 W3.31621 (Not postcode) Facilities: Quiet, rural site. Modern facilities, shower, family rooms, disabled, drying room, washing up, laundry. Level, grass and hard stands, EHU, chemical disp, dogs welcome, no clubhouse, statics, walking direct from site. Free WiFi. Open: Easter to January Site fees: From £25 (2 persons inc elec)
CHURCHSTOKE
Powys
DAISY BANK CARAVAN PARK Snead, Montgomery, Powys SY15 6EB t: 01588 620471
Directions: Located on the A489 between Craven Arms and Churchstoke (2 miles east of Churchstoke). Facilities: An adult only park on the Powys/ Shropshire border. All pitches are hardstanding and fully serviced. Open: All year Site fees: From £25 per night
MONTGOMERY
Powys
SMITHY COUNTRY HOLIDAY PARK Abermule, Montgomery, Powys SY15 6ND t: 01686 630657 w: www.smithypark.co.uk
Facilities: Touring and Holiday Park. Holiday Home Ownership & Touring Park. Family run park Mid Wales. Adjacent River Severn fishing. Showers, toilets, laundry and dish wash, dogs welcome. Self-Catering Holiday Cottage - Sleeps 4. Village location, village shop and pubs. Bus service from park entrance. Nearby: Montgomery Canal, canal walk and cycle path. Golf courses. Open: March-end October
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