Tan Aeldroch Farm
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- Peaceful Snowdonia site bordered by woodland and a river
- A 20-minute drive from Capel Curig and half an hour from Conwy
- Set on a 42-acre sheep farm; campfires allowed and logs sold on site
Site type
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At least one of the party members must be aged 14 or over.- This is a quiet site: no music is allowed.
- If making a fire, the fuel, logs and coal have to be purchased on site.
- Fires can only be lit in the designated areas. Extreme cold weather may affect water supply and closure of the facilities
Languages spoken
English
9.2/10
Reviews
94% would recommend this site to a friend
93% would stay here again
What customers say
This back-to-basics campsite offers a peaceful, natural setting by a beautiful river, with spacious pitches and freedom to choose your spot. Visitors praise the friendly welcome, stunning scenery, and proximity to local walks and attractions. While facilities are basic, they are generally clean and adequate for short stays. Some guests noted midges and occasional noise, and the lack of showers was mentioned, though a new block is reportedly under construction. The site is ideal for those seeking a tranquil escape close to nature.
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Perfect peaceful setting
Non-electric hardstanding and grass pitch
Liked Beautiful setting. We loved paddling in the river and enjoying the sheep milling around. Very peaceful.
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From the manager: Hello Laura
So glad you enjoyed your stay
Paddling can become swimming, there are beautiful places to swim
Do come back to Wales sometime
Amazing campsite, peaceful and safe.
Non-electric hardstanding and grass pitch
Liked We loved everything about it and already thinking of rebooking! My little boy had the best time! So peaceful. Actually felt relaxed for the first time in a long time.
Disliked Could do with showers but they are being done which it great
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It provided exactly what I was looking for
Non-electric hardstanding and grass pitch
Liked The views, river, quiet surrounding, facilities
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The location is just beautiful, surrounded…
Non-electric hardstanding and grass pitch
Liked The location is just beautiful, surrounded by hills and forests on either side with walks and cycle routes in every direction. The river that runs through the site is both picturesque and a wonderful source of fun for all ages. The site itself is simple and rustic; it requires that you are prepared, especially if in a tent. Open fires are encouraged with an honesty scheme for logs and even marshmallows available from the kind and friendly owner.
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We keep returning, so the proof is in the pudding
Non-electric hardstanding and grass pitch
Liked Another brilliant stay. Scenic site, always very clean and the new showers are a brilliant addition. Lots of walks direct from camp. There’s the riverside walk to Dolwyddelan which I would highly recommend, and in the opposite direction there’s a walk through the woods and under the railway. For those that need it, I also had strong mobile service throughout the stay.
Falling asleep to the sound of the river and a lovely little owl singing their tune is pure magic.
Disliked Honestly nothing to note, this is a very well run site. Clean, friendly, and beautiful location.
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From the manager: Hi Charlie
I loved the picture of sleepy dog
I hope he ( and you) will come again
Peaceful with beautiful scenery
Non-electric hardstanding and grass pitch
Liked The camp site is beautiful, we pitched up right next to the river, by a tree, so we had a beautiful view of the river and the forest opposite it.
We saw and heard plenty of wildlife which is perfect for me.
The river was shallow enough during our visit to paddle and bathe in.
You can pitch wherever you like, so you can choose your scenery and proximity to the facilities etc.
We are a mix aged couple, one of us middle aged, the other a little younger, and this was an ideal site for us. I have mobility issues but managed the track to the toilets etc, this might be a struggle for wheelchair users, but I walk with a stick, occasionally without, and the path was manageable.
There are basic toilets and showers to use, I didn't use the showers, but the toilets were clean and pleasant, and there were sinks and mirrors for use too.
There are designated fire use areas, with their own fire pits provided should you need one, and they request you only burn wood bought from them, which was priced reasonably.
The owner was friendly and helpful.
The site is very peaceful and idyllic, the ground is fairly even and flat in most parts, so caused no issues for us pitching our tent.
Disliked The downside to being able to pitch wherever you like is that you may end up with people pitching quite close to you, or you may pitch close to a spot that someone was using which happened to us when a couple in their camper returned, no fault of the camp site owner. But if there could be a way to mark out your "pitch" space that you would need to use, this would be great.
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From the manager: Hi Tamara
Thanks for your very useful feed back
We’re sorry you had the experience with the returning campervan
I will give your suggestion careful thought
No light pollution Great location Large pitches…
Non-electric hardstanding and grass pitch
Liked No light pollution
Great location
Large pitches and space for cars
Sheep!
Disliked Very basic facilities for volume of people - with a very full campsite and only 2 toilets (male) it can become congested
People making no effort to be respectful of others in relation to noise
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From the manager: Hello Jack
I’m
So sorry you had the irritation of other’s noise
If campers let me know that they are being disturbed I will deal with the problem people and restore the peace and quiet
We will definitely be back.
Non-electric hardstanding and grass pitch
Liked We visited the campsite after three years. Almost nothing had changed except that there were now showers. The lovely owner told us some interesting stories about the place. The location was perfect, just a few minutes' drive from the most interesting attractions in Snowdonia Park. And every day around 7 a.m., sheep passed by our tent. The sound of the river and the stars in the sky around the campfire. We will definitely be back.
Disliked Nothing
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From the manager: Hi Mariusz,
So glad you enjoyed your stay.
Ensuring the campsite is a peaceful retreat is really important to us
I hope we’ll see you again some time
Jenny
Would 100% go again
Non-electric hardstanding and grass pitch
Liked Everything! Beautiful stunning location and was amazing for it to be so quiet with the no music rule. Friendly hosts
Disliked Nothing!
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From the manager: Hello Hannah
Thanks for your review and the photos
Look forward to seeing you again
Friendly, spacious, great facilities. Nice and quiet,…
Non-electric hardstanding and grass pitch
Liked Friendly, spacious, great facilities.
Nice and quiet, got a great breakfast from the ‘camp kitchen’.
Loved the river and rocks trickling through as well as the visiting sheep
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Features
Portable toilet
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 WatersportsAmenities on site
Bath available 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 WifiGroups welcome
D. of E. welcome Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Rallies welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Forest Lake and/or mountain Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearby Shop nearbyType
Farm Small (11-25 pitches)Accessibility
Accessible parking at pitchNearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Surf school nearby Watersports nearbyTouring and motorhomes
Water hook-up points for tourersLocation
Tan Aeldroch Farm
Dolwyddelan
Gwynedd
Wales
LL25 0LZ
Directions Timezone
Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)
GPS
53.06797°N
3.83604°W
Route directions
Nearest transport
Coach
Rail
Ferry
AirportPlease 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
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
| Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penmaenmawr | 14.7 mi | Sea | Good | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Llanfairfechan | 14.7 mi | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Colwyn Bay Porth Eirias | 16.6 mi | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | N/A | N/A |
| Colwyn Bay | 17 mi | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Llandudno West Shore | 17.2 mi | Estuary | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Bodnant Garden 11.6 mi
National Slate Museum 12.2 mi
Snowdon Mountain Railway 12.2 mi
Penrhyn Castle 13.3 mi
Conwy Castle 14.6 mi
National Trust
Ty^ Mawr Wybrnant 1.1 mi
Bodnant Garden 11.6 mi
Aberconwy House 14.7 mi
Plas Newydd Country House and Gardens 18.6 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Betws-y-Coed and Llyn Elsi 2.3 mi
Betws-y-Coed and the Gwydyr Forest 2.3 mi
Dolwyddelan Railway Station - Betws-y-coed 2.3 mi
Dolwyddelan and the Castle 2.4 mi
Dolwyddelan and the Lledr Gorge 2.4 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 Tan Aeldroch Farm have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Tan Aeldroch Farm dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Tan Aeldroch Farm? Coming here to conquer Snowdon? Pen-Y-Pass car park is about half an hour's drive if you're ascending on foot, while the Llanberis station where you can pick up the Snowdon Mountain Railway … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Tan Aeldroch Farm?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: 10:30 a.m. – 8:30 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Tan Aeldroch Farm? From £22 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.