When can I check in and check out of Dolwen Riverside Camping?

Camping and touring Arrive: 3 p.m. – 8 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. Please call the number provided on the booking confirmation 10 minutes before arrival. Read more

How much does it cost to stay at Dolwen Riverside Camping?

From £28 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.

Dolwen Riverside Camping

From £28 For 1 night, 4 adults 9.6 5 reviews

Roomy pitch (added by manager 24 May 2023)

Loading image…

1/8

Meadow pitches (added by manager 23 may 2023)

Grassy pitch (added by manager 23 may 2023)

Entrance to the site (added by manager 24 may 2023)

Eco-friendly meadow site next to a river in north Wales
A 15-minute drive to Llyn Brenig and 35 minutes from Rhyl
Stargazing on site; facilities built from local and recycled resources

It’s a peaceful set-up indeed at Dolwen Riverside Camping, an eco-friendly site alongside a river which feeds into the Afon Ystrad. The location and the set-up are very suited to families (but single-sex groups are not permitted), and as a Greener Camping Club Certified Campsite, the focus here is also very much on the environment; all the eco-friendly facilities have been built using local and recycled resources. Wildflowers sprout in the meadow during the summer months, and birds are regulars too. Woodpeckers, kingfishers and kites are among the flocks to be seen. Take a dip in the river as you please; the spacious meadow pitches are surrounded by peaceful farmland and alongside the river. This North Wales site is family-owned and operated. All pitches have a picnic table and firepit. There are hygienic, well-maintained composting toilets on site, as well as a dual pot wash station and showers. The gorgeous North Wales landscapes, of course, are also part of the equation. World Heritage Sites and excellent mountain ranges and lakes are within driving distance; the north is known as the ‘adventure capital’. It’s also an hour’s drive to Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon); the site can point you towards six paths to the top.

Site type

Open now

Please note

Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
No cars/motorbikes by the pitch/unit. All cars must be parked in the designated area.
The site caters for families (immediate members) and couples only - bookings from all other forms of groups are not accepted.
At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.
If making a fire, the fuel, logs and coal have to be purchased on site.
Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the site are unlit.
No gas barbecues allowed.
Please note that the shower facilities are unisex.
Fires, barbecues and/or firepits will not be permitted in dry, windy and/or hot weather conditions.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Fri, 26 Apr to Thu, 26 Sept 2024

Pitch types & availability

Reviews

would recommend this site to a friend

would stay here again

80%
10
0%
9
20%
8
0%
7
0%
6
0%
5
0%
4
0%
3
0%
2
0%
1

Only showing reviews for the last 30 months.

Fantastic site ! 10/10 can’t wait to be back there

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	10

Stephanie O. Sept 2023

Non-electric grass tent or campervan pitch

Liked: We adored this campsite so much! It could be the perfect site!! We loved the wild grass and moved out pitches so everyone was spread out! Each pitch has its own fire pit area and it’s own picnic bench We loved the little tiles with wildlife on to name each pitch. Gorgeous hot showers and clean toilets ✔️ Dave the owner was so friendly and made us feel very welcome. We loved the stream on the site, perfect for our little one to paddle in

Disliked: That we only had one night there! Can’t wait to come back 😀

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: We are so pleased to hear that you have enjoyed your stay. We look forward to welcoming you back again in the future.

Excellent site with clean facilities, peaceful and relaxing location

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	6

Liane M. Aug 2023

Non-electric grass tent or campervan pitch (large)

Liked: Beautiful location, river was great for kiddies to play in, the host Dave was really helpful, lots of thoughtful touches like washing up liq by the sink

Disliked: Nothing, everything was lovely

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: It was lovely to meet you and we are glad you enjoyed your stay. We hope to see you again in the future

A great place for families to enjoy eco-friendly, well spaced camping.

Overall	10/10
Location	8
Value for money	10
Accommodation	8
Facilities / Activities	8
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	8
Wifi	No rating

Stuart K. Aug 2023

Non-electric grass tent or campervan pitch (large)

Liked: A peaceful, relaxed camping site suited to families. Great opportunities to enjoy playing in the river, campfires and as a base to go off and explore North Wales. The owners were friendly, helpful and familiar with the locality and tourist attractions.

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thank you, great that you enjoyed your stay with us. Hope to welcome you back soon Dave and Yvonne

Just nothin for teenager

Overall	8/10
Location	8
Value for money	8
Accommodation	No rating
Facilities / Activities	6
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	4

Jeanette G. Aug 2023

Non-electric grass tent or campervan pitch (large)

Liked: Location very pleasant only there couple nights so didn’t get chance to explore

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Hi so glad you enjoyed your visit. We hope to see you again in the future.

Great secluded location next to river. Cannot be more then 8 pitches…

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	No rating

Ross J. Jul 2023

Non-electric grass tent or campervan pitch

Liked: Great secluded location next to river. Cannot be more then 8 pitches so quite personable. Land left to grow naturally around pitches which gave it a good feel. Toilets, washing up facilities, showers all great - couldn't ask for anything more.

Disliked: Entrance through the gate slightly precarious but easy fix and not a big deal

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thank you we are so pleased you liked it and hope to see you again soon. Entrance to the site has now been widened..

Features

No 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

Disabled facilities

Dog park

Drying room

Food shop

Free wifi

Ice pack freezing

Internet access

Launderette

Parent & baby washroom

Pick-up from public transport

Portable toilet

Pub toilets

Public telephone

Shower available

Toilet block

Washing-up area

Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly

Motorcycle friendly

Single-sex groups welcome

Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue provided

Barbecues allowed

Campfires allowed

Commercial vehicles allowed

Dogs allowed

No dogs allowed

Themes

Peaceful

Remote location

Spectacular scenery

Walkers' paradise

Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities

Chemical disposal

Communal freezer

Communal fridge

Electric car charging point(s)

Gas cylinders available

Recycling available

Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby

Dog walk nearby

Type

Tiny (1-10 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby

Cycle hire nearby

Cycling nearby

Fishing nearby

Golf nearby

Mountain biking nearby

Sailing nearby

Watersports nearby

Location

Dolwen Riverside Camping

Nantglyn

Denbigh

Denbighshire

Wales

LL16 5PG

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)

GPS

53.15495°N
-3.48006°W

Nearest transport

Coach

10.5 mi Madeleys Caraven Park

10.5 mi Post Office

10.5 mi Seagull Inn

Rail

10.5 mi Abergele & Pensarn Rail Station

11.3 mi Rhyl Rail Station

12.9 mi Prestatyn Rail Station

Ferry

25.6 mi Woodside Birkenhead Ferry Terminal

25.7 mi Birkenhead Ferry Terminal

26.1 mi Seacombe Ferry Terminal

Airport

28.8 mi Liverpool John Lennon Airport

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

Attractions and activities nearby include: - Denbigh Castle: 10 minutes’ drive - Llyn Brenig (activities like walking, visiting an osprey exhibition, bicycle hire, mountain biking, sailing and fishing): 15 minutes - Denbigh Gliding (flying experiences): 15 minutes - Clwydian Range (hill walking): half an hour - Rhyl (seaside town): 35 minutes - Zip World Fforest (zipwire activities): 35 minutes - Conwy (walled town with a castle): 45 minutes - Llangollen (UNESCO World Heritage Site with 11 miles of canal): 50 minutes - Zip World Penrhyn Quarry (fast zipwire): an hour - Ynys Môn/Isle of Anglesey: an hour and 10 minutes.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name	Distance	Type	2020	2019	2018	2017
Abergele (Pensarn)	10.8 mi	Sea	N/A	N/A	Good	Good
Marine Lake, Rhyl	10.9 mi	Sea	N/A	N/A	Good	Good
Kinmel Bay (Sandy Cove)	11.1 mi	Sea	N/A	Good	Good	Good
Rhyl East	11.8 mi	Sea	Good	Good	Good	Good
Rhyl	12.2 mi	Sea	Good	N/A	N/A	N/A

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Bodelwyddan Castle 7.4 mi

Rhuddlan Castle 9.3 mi

Bodnant Garden 14.3 mi

Conwy Castle 16.8 mi

National Trust - Aberconwy House 16.8 mi

National Trust

Bodnant Garden 14.3 mi

Ty^ Mawr Wybrnant 16.6 mi

Aberconwy House 16.8 mi

Chirk Castle 22.2 mi

Mr Hardman's Photographic Studio 26.8 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

Denbigh and Henllan 2.6 mi

Denbigh, Beatrix Potter and Dr Johnson 3.3 mi

Llyn Brenig and the Clywedog Reservoir 3.9 mi

Denbigh and Lleweni Hall 4.1 mi

The Clwydian Way (8): Cyffylliog - Trefnant 4.5 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.

Policies

Booking terms and conditions

Admission

Admission is only permitted after registering at reception.
At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.
Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.

Arrivals and departures

Late arrivals must notify the park as soon as possible. Your booking will be held for 24 hours. After this period the management reserves the right to relet your unit.
No refunds/discounts for inclement weather, late arrivals or early departures.
The site will send you further check-in information 7 day(s) before your arrival.
Units will be allocated on arrival.

Changes to your holiday

Bookings cannot be amended within 7 day(s) of arrival.

Extras

Motorbike(s) can be brought instead of the car(s) included.

General

In the event of a complaint, please speak to reception immediately. Complaints which are not brought to the management's attention during your stay cannot be dealt with once you have left the site.
Please note that the shower facilities are unisex.
Public areas are non-smoking.
Radio, music and TV players must be kept at a low volume. Car doors and boots must be closed quietly.
The management reserves the right to deny access or terminate the stay of those guests whose behaviour is deemed unsuitable. No refunds will be offered.
The site is not liable for any refund in the event of force majeure.

Occupancy

No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
The site caters for families (immediate members) and couples only - bookings from all other forms of groups are not accepted.

Pitches

You must follow the management directives when pitching your tent/unit and related equipment.

Safety

Firearms are not permitted.
Fires, barbecues and/or firepits will not be permitted in dry, windy and/or hot weather conditions.
Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the site are unlit.
If making a fire, the fuel, logs and coal have to be purchased on site.
No gas barbecues allowed.
Open fires are prohibited.

Vehicles

No cars/motorbikes by the pitch/unit. All cars must be parked in the designated area.
No vehicle movement between 10:30 p.m. and 7:30 a.m..

Visitors

Visitors must register at reception and pay their fee.

Payment terms

Does Dolwen Riverside Camping have a swimming pool? No View all features
Is Dolwen Riverside Camping dog friendly? No View all features
What attractions are near Dolwen Riverside Camping? Attractions and activities nearby include: - Denbigh Castle: 10 minutes’ drive - Llyn Brenig (activities like walking, visiting an osprey exhibition, bicycle hire, mountain biking, sailing and fishing): 15 minutes - Denbigh … Read more
When can I check in and check out of Dolwen Riverside Camping?

Camping and touring

Arrive: 3 p.m. – 8 p.m.

Depart by: 11 a.m.

Please call the number provided on the booking confirmation 10 minutes before arrival.
Read more
How much does it cost to stay at Dolwen Riverside Camping? From £28 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.