Nantcellan Barns

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  • Quiet pitches on a 20-acre meadow bordered by woods and a stream
  • A five-minute drive from Aberystwyth and 10 minutes from Borth
  • Walk to Clarach Bay in 20 minutes along a footpath and lane
‘Our aim is to create a relaxing nature-focused environment’ say the folk at Nantcellan Barns – and they’ve certainly achieved that with their peaceful Ceredigion site, which is spread over a 20-acre meadow and bordered by a small stream and native woodlands. Much effort is going into improving this ex-dairy pastureland and managing the woodlands to create better habitats for native wildlife while also providing plenty of grazing for the resident working draft horses. Stays here go towards funding this work, so you can feel like you’re doing good while also staying in a fabulous rural spot. From this quiet family-friendly site it’s about a 20-minute walk along a footpath and lane to Clarach Bay for a sheltered sandy/shingle beach and seafront café bars serving up woodfired pizzas, fish and chips, coffees and cakes. And if you want to see more of Ceredigion’s wonderful coastline (and no doubt you will…) you can then pick up the coast path for strolls south towards Aberystwyth or north to Borth. Both of those places are great destinations for beaches, things to do and places to eat – if you’d rather drive straight there it’s about five minutes to Aberystwyth or 10 minutes to Borth. Beyond Borth is the Dyfi Biosphere, a protected natural landscape that’s well worth exploring. Alternatively, head inland to places like Nant y Moch for more walking and bike trail options. In keeping with their mission, the owners have kept the offerings here simple to avoid too much impact on the land, but guests will have access to showers, portable toilets and a washing-up area, and are welcome to bring barbecues or light campfires.

Site type

Motorhome pitches 35
Lodges, cabins, pods or huts 1
Tent pitches 40
Touring caravan pitches 35
Open now
Opens 1 April
Please note
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • The site does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
  • This is a quiet site: no music is allowed.
  • There are no bins onsite: all rubbish will need to be taken home with you.
  • There is no reception on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Tue, 1 Apr to

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Reviews

8.4

Overall rating from 95 Pitchup.com customers

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Peaceful

84% would recommend this site to a friend

86% would stay here again

What customers say

This is a spacious, quiet, and peaceful campsite praised for its stunning location and proximity to beaches and coastal walks. Guests frequently highlight the unique open-air hot showers, communal kitchen/shelter facilities, and friendly hosts. While the site is generally considered good value, some visitors found it basic for the price and noted issues with the portaloos, rubbish disposal, and occasional noise. Overall, it's recommended for those seeking a back-to-basics, nature-focused camping experience.

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Lyndon L.

Non-electric grass pitch

Liked If you are looking for a site that is quiet and peaceful and back to nature then this is the site for you. It has beautiful views and is near Clarach Bay. Loved the open topped shower and covered kitchen area. The toilets are clean but a little basic (cold water, no hand dryer or paper towels).

Disliked The welcome email does try and indicate where the entrance is, we still drove past it when arriving early evening. Once you are aware, it is not a problem.
Having stayed at other pitchup sites previously, it is a little pricey by comparison. However, this is definitely a site to visit again, especially peaceful as long as you stay well away from the road!

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Wished we could have stayed longer! Absolutely stunning location.

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Emma W.

Meadow non-electric grass tent pitch (backpacker, no cars)

Liked Plenty of space and available spaces to pitch up, we both enjoyed the views. And the scenery around us.
Suitable facilities
Clean and tidy areas
People were friendly
Easily found (even if we did ride past it)
Able to park the bike next to the tent.
Overall a clean and tidy areas and camp site.
Very friendly, easy checking in via phone call.

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Amazing place, great shower and toilet…

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Sarah E.

Non-electric grass pitch

Liked Amazing place, great shower and toilet facilities will be returning, thank you.

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The views and close to beach…

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Rachel T.

Non-electric grass pitch

Liked The views and close to beach .Relaxed feel ,choosing our own spot .The peace and tranquility!lovely vibes x

Disliked Not too sure about open top showers 😀.Only used right one (so can't speak for the other ),it was cold and shower tray was overflowing .It was very busy and understand this could have been town to the sheer amount of usage !Would definitely stay again though .

Recommend to friends Visit again

definitely recommended, quiet secluded spot 15' from the coastal path

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Paolo M.

Orchard 1 bedroom cabin

Liked excellent location and absolutely lovely cabin arrangement -- self-contained and quiet

very friendly owners who also let me leave my (otherwse unsecure) motorbike on their property for the day while I was out hiking

Disliked no wifi I believe (but I did not need it so didn't ask)

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Not for me, I ended up not stopping and going elsewhere

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Terry H.

Non-electric grass pitch

Liked Nothing

Disliked Very poor facilities
If you have site rules then someone needs to enforce them, other campers with loud music
Barking dogs

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We loved it! Short walk to…

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Rachel M.

Non-electric grass pitch

Liked We loved it! Short walk to the beach (a stoney beach) but it’s beautiful! The views are incredible!
The site was great for us, toilet facilities, shower facilities which were all part of our adventure with a toddler with open tops, a small cooking and washing up area!
We met one of the owners who was just lovely, taking the time to talk to us and our little girl! Would recommend :)

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Great campsite with toilet block and…

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Yvonne G.

Non-electric grass pitch

Liked Great campsite with toilet block and showers.

Disliked Only two showers so when busy there was a queue! But it’s not a huge issue.

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Rhys T.

Non-electric grass pitch

Liked Great little place, an absolute hidden gem, has everything you need and nice and quiet. Highly recommend.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Quiet, large camp site where the showers are the best bit.

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John G.

Non-electric grass pitch

Liked The open space, views and the semi outdoor shower was amazing and very liberating.

Disliked Nothing to mention.

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Features

Dogs allowed

Campfires allowed

Leisure on site

Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area TV room Take away Tennis Watersports

Amenities on site

Bath available Car parking by pitch/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Picnic table Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Tents for hire Toilet block Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

D. of E. welcome Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Rallies welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Budget/backpacker Peaceful Walkers' paradise

Utilities

Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available No hot water Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby

Type

Medium (26-50 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Surf school nearby Tennis nearby Watersports nearby

Location

Nantcellan Barns

Nantcellan

Clarach

Aberystwyth

Ceredigion

Wales

SY23 3DR

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)

GPS

52.43882°N
4.06103°W

Nearest transport

Coach
1.5 mi University Campus Penglais
1.9 mi Bus Station
4.1 mi Penllwyn PO
Rail
1.9 mi Aberystwyth Rail Station
3.6 mi Borth Rail Station
7.3 mi Aberdovey Rail Station
Ferry
19.1 mi Porth Penrhyn Ferry Landing
19.4 mi Barmouth Ferry Landing

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

Local attractions

It’s likely that you’ll be popping to Aberystwyth (five minutes’ drive) for supplies – but don’t limit your outing to just the shops, as this coastal town also has a castle and museum to visit and the funicular Cliff Railway to ride. You can also board the Vale of Rheidol Railway here for a trip to the Devil’s Bridge waterfalls. Elsewhere along the coast it’s worth visiting Borth (10 minutes) at low tide to see the petrified forest, or heading a little further along the coast for a day in Aberaeron (half an hour), often described as one of the prettiest seaside locations in Wales. New Quay (45 minutes) should be on the cards for dolphin-spotting boat trips too. Back on land, there’s more wildlife to see at RSPB Ynys-hir nature reserve (20 minutes) or Bwlch Nant yr Arian Forest (20 minutes), which has walking and bike trails as well as a red kite feeding centre where you can see the big birds up close as they swoop in for their lunch.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Clarach South 0.9 mi Sea GoodGoodGoodGood
Aberystwyth North 1.9 mi Sea ExcellentGoodExcellentExcellent
Aberystwyth South 2.3 mi Sea GoodGoodGoodGood
Borth 3.6 mi Sea ExcellentExcellentExcellentExcellent
Aberdyfi 7.1 mi Estuary ExcellentGoodGoodGood

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Vale of Rheidol Railway (Aberystwyth) 2.1 mi

Rheilffordd Talyllyn Railway 10 mi

MOMA Wales - Y Tabernacl 13.7 mi

Llanerchaeron - National Trust 16.8 mi

Dolaucothi Gold Mines - National Trust 27.6 mi

National Trust

Dolaucothi Gold Mines 27.6 mi

Cycle routes

Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.

Other

Black Covert Walk 1 - Aberystwyth 8.3 mi

Black Covert Walk 2 8.3 mi

YNYS-HIR (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 20/04/2000) 8.8 mi

The Arch Car Park - Pen lan fawr - The Arch Car Park 11.6 mi

Abergynolwyn - Foel Y Geifr - Abergynolwyn 14.9 mi

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Nantcellan Barns have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Nantcellan Barns dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Nantcellan Barns? It’s likely that you’ll be popping to Aberystwyth (five minutes’ drive) for supplies – but don’t limit your outing to just the shops, as this coastal town also has a castle and … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Nantcellan Barns?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  3 p.m. –  10 p.m.
    Depart by:  11:30 a.m.
    On-site accommodation
    Arrive:  3 p.m. –  10 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Nantcellan Barns? From £16 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.