Llwyn yr Helm Caravan Park

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  • Stay on a working farm site in Snowdonia National Park
  • Haven for ramblers, bikers and hikers: lots of nearby trails
  • Less than half an hour’s drive from the Welsh coast beaches
You won’t want to hide among the bushes during your stay at Llwyn yr Helm Caravan Park, a family-friendly site on a working farm less than 10 minutes’ drive from the market town of Dolgellau in Gwynedd – this place is all about getting out and about. In the southern reaches of Snowdonia National Park, Llwyn yr Helm is a haven for ramblers, bikers and hikers: Mawddach trail, Torrent Walk and Precipice Walk all start in Dolgellau, and Cadair Idris mountain’s Minfford Path starts less than 15 minutes from site. That’s the hikers sorted, so what about the bikers? Coed y Brenin Biking and Visitor Centre is 20 minutes away, and the fab Antur Stiniog downhill biking trails are within an hour. If you’re not much of an outdoor adventurer, there’s plenty else nearby: try plane spotting at the famous Mach Loop, ziplining at Zip World Slate Caverns or poking around the scenic Italianate village of Portmeirion – or you could make a beeline to the beaches and harbours at Fairbourne or Barmouth, where boat trips and watersports abound? Back on site, fire up the barbecue for dinner (essentials can be sorted in the on-site shop) then kick up your feet in the evening, soaking in the views of the Cadair Idris mountain range, reading, or watching a DVD borrowed from reception. If you’d prefer to venture out, there are plenty of restaurants to try within 25 minutes of the site.

Site type

Tent pitches 10
Touring caravan pitches 6
Motorhome pitches 2
Open now
Opens 22 March
Please note
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • The site caters for families (immediate members) and couples only - bookings from all other forms of groups are not accepted.
  • Reception is unmanned after 7 p.m.. Please inform the site while on your way there should you expect to arrive after this time, so that the team can provide information about your unit/pitch.
  • Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the site are unlit.
  • Please note that TV signal is limited due to the surrounding mountains. You will need a good-quality satellite dish to obtain a signal here. The site does not have facilities to charge electric vehicles.

Languages spoken

English

Welsh

Open from Fri, 22 Mar to

Gold David Bellamy Conservation Award AA Holiday Centre

Pitch types & availability

Accommodation

Tent pitchesTouring caravan pitchesMotorhome pitchesLodges, cabins, pods or hutsCaravans for hireRent a tent
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2 adults
0 children

Reviews

9.8

Overall rating based on 266 reviews View breakdown

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Voted 84% of visitors View breakdown

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Only showing reviews for the last 30 months.

Fantastic site

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
Peter J. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Electric grass pitch

Liked: The campsite was brilliant. The facilities were cleanest I've seen on a campsite. Owners were lovely. Our children (6 &2) loved visiting the goats. Only slight negative i would say is there isn't as much open space for our children to run around in especially if each pitch is taken. But they managed and had a great time.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Clean facilities . Good hot showers . Quite site . Farm area…

Overall 8/10
Location 8
Value for money 8
Accommodation No rating
Facilities / Activities 8
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 6
Steven P. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Fully-serviced hardstanding touring pitch

Liked: Clean facilities . Good hot showers . Quite site . Farm area with animals and a play area for children .

Disliked: Wifi not great . Could do with more showers when site full .

Recommend to friends Visit again

An amazing place with great facilities and the friendliest of staff!

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 6
Kaytie H. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Dros y Bont Decked electric tent pitch (secluded)

Liked: Myself, my partner and our little dog stayed for the weekend. The campsite itself is so well kept and refreshing, the facilities are modern and clean with vintage touches. On our stay, When we got to reception the lady who greeted us (I didn’t manage to get her name) was so welcoming and friendly! All of the staff we spoke to whilst there were lovely! Everybody is so helpful as well. The facilities on site are honestly incredible, and deep cleaned daily! They have laundry facilities, toilets, showers and even a dog washing station, so perfect for bringing your dog along like we did! We stayed on the dos y bront pitch which was amazing. It’s slightly secluded from everybody else with a decked pitch and electric hookup. We forgot a cable for the hookup and the lovely people at reception were able to lend us one. There’s also a running stream next to the pitch which is great to fall asleep to. We had originally booked for one night but extended for another night because it was so lovely and relaxing! They also have a little where they keep farm animals- chickens and pigs. They also have goats which you can feed! This honestly was the highlight of my stay! Already thinking about planning our next stay here- honestly couldn’t recommend this place enough!

Disliked: Absoloutely nothing

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Very well presented site, shower block was clean, the onsite reception/shop was…

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 10
Tom M. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Mary Jones non-electric grass tent pitch (wild)

Liked: Very well presented site, shower block was clean, the onsite reception/shop was lovely. Great location as well, would definitely stay again.

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Fantastische omgeving om te wandelen. Schitterende en rustige locatie. Zeer vriendelijk personeel. Kraaknet sanitair.…

Overall 8/10
Location 10
Value for money 6
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 8
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 8
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 4
Anonymous The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Electric grass pitch

Liked: Fantastische omgeving om te wandelen. Schitterende en rustige locatie. Zeer vriendelijk personeel. Kraaknet sanitair.

Disliked: Duur. Radio in sanitair stond zeer luid, met veel gebabbel. Gebruik van herbiciden op de paden, vind ik niet nodig.

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Great site with good sized pitches.. facilities are wonderful..

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness No rating
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 10
Ian W. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Electric grass pitch

Liked: Location is great for exploring lower Nth Wales.. Shower/toilet block is absolutely immaculate.. Large pitches... Maria at reception is super helpful and friendly

Recommend to friends Visit again

You would find it hard to have a bad time at llwyn Yr Helm 10/10 5⭐️

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 10
Dan W. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Fully-serviced hardstanding touring pitch

Liked: Spacious & Level pitches, Immaculate modern facilities with both options of cubical toilets/showers & large private family shower rooms, Dish washing facilities, Laundry room with Washing machine & Dryer. Dog wash & exercise field. Children’s Play area. Friendly staff always happy to help no matter what. Great onsite shop with local produce, Animal barn with friendly animals Goats, Pigs, Chickens & Turkeys which you can feed, Pet & fresh eggs available are to buy. Site is approx 2 minutes off the main road and well sign posted.

Disliked: Disliked nothing at all about the site it was fantastic and would definitely visit again and recommend! Only points to consider when traveling too the site is that the approach from A494 is the best for the site but does include a 17% Incline. Approaching from the A470 includes a very tight bridge which definitely makes the A494 the best route.

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This was our fourth stay at this place. This is our favorite…

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 8
Przemek S. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Electric grass pitch

Liked: This was our fourth stay at this place. This is our favorite place to go camping. Peace, quiet and beautiful views. Staff very nice and helpful. Cleanliness at a very high level. Pet-friendly. Thank you very much. See you next time.

Disliked: Non

Recommend to friends Visit again

Super clean, super friendly. Top notch. Ideally located for south Snowdonia…

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness No rating
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 6
Richard B. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Non-electric grass pitch

Liked: Super clean, super friendly. Top notch. Ideally located for south Snowdonia mountains - Arans, Arenigs, Rhinogs, Cadair Idris.

Disliked: N/a

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This is a perfect campsite a little gem, everthing about the site…

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 10
Dylan H. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Fully-serviced hardstanding touring pitch

Liked: This is a perfect campsite a little gem, everthing about the site was perfect and the shower/toilets facilities was the best I seen on a campsite, very spacious and clean. We definitely will be coming back on many occasions after out 1st trip here.

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Features

Dogs 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 Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

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

Rules

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

Themes

Remote location Walkers' paradise Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market

Type

Medium (26-50 pitches)

Accessibility

Bathrooms: Large spacious shower Bathrooms: Large spacious toilet Bathrooms: Step-free access Bathrooms: Wheelchair accessible shower Bathrooms: Wide doorways (over 30 inches/75cm) Disabled facilities Uneven terrain; gravel or loose mud

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Mountain biking nearby

Touring and motorhomes

Motorhome service point Seasonal pitches Tourer storage facilities

Location

Llwyn yr Helm Caravan Park

Brithdir

Dolgellau

Gwynedd

Wales

LL40 2SA

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)

GPS

52.75526°N
-3.81175°W

Nearest transport

Coach
18 mi Sportsman
18.1 mi Tesco
18.8 mi Market Square
Rail
9.8 mi Morfa Mawddach Rail Station
10.5 mi Barmouth Rail Station
10.8 mi Fairbourne Rail Station
Ferry
10.3 mi Porth Penrhyn Ferry Landing
10.4 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

Start your hols in the past with trips on the steam trains at Bala Lake Railway and Fairbourne Miniature Railway, both less than 25 minutes’ drive away, then go zooming into the future at the Centre for Alternative Technology, an eco-centre teaching sustainable development methods. Budding angler looking for your fishing fix? Turn your boat to Cregennan lakes about 25 minutes from the site to cast a line – if nothing’s biting, there are scenic trails around the lake so it won’t be a wasted trip. Stay out in the open by joining the flock for a sheep trekking experience, also 25 minutes away, or dive below the earth’s surface and clamber into a boat at award-winning King Arthur’s Labyrinth. For something a little more high culture, the Machynlleth modern art museum is half an hour from Llwyn yr Helm and is well worth a poke around.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020 2019 2018 2017
Barmouth 10.7 mi Sea Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent
Fairbourne 11.1 mi Sea Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent
Tal-Y-Bont 12.5 mi Sea Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent
Dyffryn (Llanendwyn) 13.3 mi Sea Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent
Llandanwg 14.3 mi Sea Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

MOMA Wales - Y Tabernacl 11.5 mi

CADW - Harlech Castle 14.3 mi

Portmeirion Gardens 16.2 mi

Rheilffordd Talyllyn Railway 16.7 mi

Ffestiniog Railway 17.6 mi

National Trust

Ty^ Mawr Wybrnant 20.6 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

The Precipice Walk, north of Dolgellau 2.4 mi

The New Precipice Walk from Llanelltyd 3.7 mi

Cadair Idris by the Fox's Path 5 mi

Cwm Cywarch - Glasgwm - Aran Fawddwy - Drysgol 5 mi

Mawddach Estuary 5.1 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.

Offers

Tent pitch
Mary Jones non-electric grass tent pitch (wild)
  • 20% off 20% off 3 nights or more –
Tent pitchTouring caravan pitchesMotorhome or campervan pitch
Non-electric grass pitch
  • 20% off 20% off 3 nights or more –
Tent pitch
Non-electric grass tent pitch
  • 20% off 20% off 3 nights or more –
Motorhome or campervan pitch
Summer non-electric grass campervan pitch
  • 20% off 20% off 3 nights or more –
Tent pitch
Summer non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch
  • 20% off 20% off 3 nights or more –
Tent pitchTouring caravan pitchesMotorhome or campervan pitch
Electric grass pitch
  • 20% off 20% off 3 nights or more –
Touring caravan pitchesMotorhome or campervan pitch
Fully-serviced hardstanding touring pitch
  • 20% off 20% off 3 nights or more –
Tent pitch
Decked electric tent pitch
  • 20% off 20% off 3 nights or more –
Tent pitch
Dros y Bont Decked electric tent pitch (secluded)
  • 20% off 20% off 3 nights or more –

Conditions apply - see pitch type section for details

Nearest sites

Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable sites.

Want to know more about camping in Gwynedd?

  • Does Llwyn yr Helm Caravan Park have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Llwyn yr Helm Caravan Park dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Llwyn yr Helm Caravan Park? Start your hols in the past with trips on the steam trains at Bala Lake Railway and Fairbourne Miniature Railway, both less than 25 minutes’ drive away, then go zooming into the … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Llwyn yr Helm Caravan Park?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  2 p.m. –  9 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
    On-site accommodation
    Arrive:  3 p.m. –  9 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
    Read more
  • How much does it cost to stay at Llwyn yr Helm Caravan Park? From £20 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.