Bird Rock Campsite

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Caravan pitches
Caravan pitches
View of site and valley
Site
The river dysynni bordering the site
Plenty of space
Looking up at bird rock
Spectacular surroundings
View from the top of bird rock
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View of site and valley
Site
The river dysynni bordering the site

  • Relaxed family-run working farm in Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park
  • Excellent area for hillwalking; two seaside resorts within 10 miles
  • Bordered by a river; 55 minutes' walk away from a pub in Abergynolwyn
Rock up to this place for a stay among stunning Welsh countryside: the site is set in Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park and lies 15 minutes' drive from the seaside resort of Tywyn on the Cardigan Bay coast. Spectacularly located under the site’s namesake of Craig yr Aderyn or Bird Rock, and with splendid views of the surrounding Cadair Idris massif and open countryside, Bird Rock Campsite is a quiet and relaxed family-run working farm, spaciously laid out over four grassy acres. As this site is scenically set in national parkland, there’s plenty of handsome countryside to roam around, as well as waymarked walking trails to tramp on. The accommodation field is bordered by a little river that guests can idle beside, wade in and cast a rod into. There's no wifi or mobile phone signal here either… all the better for soaking up the peace and quiet… The site is consistently hailed by previous guests as being kept immaculately clean, and the owners are often lauded for their friendly and accommodating approach. For freshening up before or after your days of sightseeing and outdoorsy action, showers are available to use for a small fee, and a kettle and a washing machine are available over in the washing-up area for making hot drinks and sorting grubby togs. Also on site are Elsan waste points and electric hook-ups. If you need to keep supplies topped up for evening campfires, the nearest supermarket is around six miles away in Tywyn. Plenty of good local pubs serving food are around too; the nearest is 55 minutes' walk away (or under 10 minutes' drive away) in Abergynolwyn.

Site type

Caravans for hire 1
Tent pitches 30
Touring caravan pitches 30
Motorhome pitches 30
Open now
Opens 23 March
Please note
  • A charge of £0.50 applies for the use of the shower.
  • There are no bins onsite: all rubbish will need to be taken home with you.
  • The roads to the farm are made up of narrow country lanes, so can be tricky to access for those with bigger vehicles. As a river is on site, children must be supervised at all times. Cold water is free but there is a 20p charge for hot water in the taps.

Languages spoken

English

Welsh

Open from Mon 23 Mar to

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2 adults
0 children
0 dogs

Reviews

9

Overall rating from 150 Pitchup.com customers

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Child friendliness
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Spectacular sceneryPeaceful

93% would recommend this site to a friend

90% would stay here again

What customers say

This picturesque, tranquil campsite is praised for its stunning valley views, peaceful atmosphere, and welcoming, helpful staff. Guests enjoyed the proximity to a river for swimming, excellent local walks, and spacious pitches. Facilities are described as basic but clean and adequate. While some found the ground hard for pitching tents and the facilities dated, the overall experience is highly recommended, with many visitors planning to return.

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Beautiful campsite, lovely and tranquil. The…

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 Christopher M. 1 review

Electric grass tent pitch (two person)

Liked Beautiful campsite, lovely and tranquil. The host was very helpful and we would love to come back sometime.

Recommend to friends Visit again

everything we needed and a nice…

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Anonymous

2 bedroom static caravan

Liked everything we needed and a nice clean site

Recommend to friends Visit again

As described already.

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 Mark B. 3 reviews

Electric grass tent pitch (two person)

Liked Liked everything on the site. Plenty of space, magnificent views, lovely walks. Rhian the owner wa so helpful, nothing was too much trouble. Facilities a little dated but kept clean and very useable.

Disliked Nothing to dislike really.

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We wanted somewhere quiet and picturesque.…

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Brian B. 3 reviews

Electric grass tent pitch (two person)

Liked We wanted somewhere quiet and picturesque. This site certainly fitted the bill. The site owner Rhian could not have been more helpful and obliging. We had three tents to pitch in our family party and she gave us oceans of room. The facilities on site are adequate and kept clean. 50p for a shower and not once did I use the full 50pence worth of hot water. There’s even a shower ant toilet to cater for the, like me, disabled. My family and I certainly had a wonderful 10 day stay. Tywyn is only a short drive away, 15/20 minutes. The town has ample shopping facilities including a fair sized Co-op. Thank you Rhian for looking after us. You approach the site via narrow lanes, but then that’s typical of the more picturesque areas of Wales. Well done Rhian, we will be back to see you again soon.

Disliked Not much to dislike really.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Wish we had stayed longer. Can’t wait to go back xx

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Jodie F. 2 reviews

Non-electric grass tent pitch (two person)

Liked It was great close to the river you can pitch up. Amazing, friendly and helpful staff. Had everything you needed, with the best views.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Beautiful views, helpful staff and great…

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 Anna B. 2 reviews

Electric grass tent pitch (five person)

Liked Beautiful views, helpful staff and great location. We will definitely be back, highly recommended campsite.

Recommend to friends Visit again

The views Location Nearby river Local hills Proximity…

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Daniel M. 1 review

Non-electric grass tent pitch (five person)

Liked The views
Location
Nearby river
Local hills
Proximity to the beach

Disliked Nothing to dislike

Recommend to friends Visit again

Highly recommended, particularly if you like out of the way locations.

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Christopher H. 1 review

Non-electric grass tent pitch (two person)

Liked Relaxed atmosphere, beautiful setting, excellent local walks, really helpful and friendly owner. Very reasonable rates.

Disliked Leaving!

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That’s the best spot I ever…

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 Nina K. 3 reviews

Electric grass tent pitch (two person)

Liked That’s the best spot I ever been. Beautiful views, nice and quiet. Lots of paths for nice walks. Big choice of places around for walks as well. I definite will back there soon.

Disliked The place where we built up tent had very hard ground so it was challenging to secure tent correctly

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Fantastic views right down the valley.…

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 Simon B. 1 review

Non-electric grass touring pitch

Liked Fantastic views right down the valley.
Quiet whilst we were there, although looks like it could be busier when all the seasonal touring van owners are around.
Great starting point for outdoor adventures in all directions

Disliked Facilities feel pretty dated. Decorating works were being completed on the Mens facilities whilst we were there, which is needed, but generally is starting to show its age.
Have to pay for hot water to wash up and shower, but the water is heated by solar thermal...
WiFi did not reach to the bottom end of the site where we were, and no phone signal....

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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 Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available 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

Lake and/or mountain Peaceful Spectacular scenery 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 Public transport nearby Shop nearby

Type

Farm Large (51-200 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Tennis nearby Watersports nearby

Touring and motorhomes

Seasonal pitches Tourer storage facilities Water hook-up points for tourers

Location

Bird Rock Campsite

Llanfihangel-y-pennant

Tywyn

Gwynedd

Wales

LL36 9TN

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)

GPS

52.65165°N
3.99711°W

Route directions

Instead of using satnav, guests are advised to ring ahead for directions using the number in their booking confirmation email.

Nearest transport

Coach
16.4 mi University Campus Penglais
16.8 mi Bus Station
17.1 mi Penllwyn PO
Rail
3.8 mi Fairbourne Rail Station
3.9 mi Llwyngwril Rail Station
4.1 mi Morfa Mawddach Rail Station
Ferry
4.9 mi Porth Penrhyn Ferry Landing
5.2 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

The site’s spectacular Snowdonia National Park setting among the Cadair Idris massif means that scenic hill walks are on the menu, as well as cycling and mountain biking around Cregennan Lakes or along the Mawddach Trail. For sitting back and admiring Welsh seaside scenes, take the coastal line of the Talyllyn Railway from the seaside resort of Tywyn, six miles from base, to Shrewsbury or in the other direction to Porthmadog. If you’d rather stay put on the sands or try your hand at surfing, Tywyn's beach and waves are much recommended. For varied days off base, the subterranean slate cavern zipwiring park at Blaenau Ffestiniog is well worth the hour’s drive to, or closer to home there’s a laser shooting centre in Tywyn. An alternative (and rather more sedate) option is the Centre for Alternative Technology in Corris, where visitors can learn all about how to live a more sustainable life.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Fairbourne 4.1 mi Sea ExcellentExcellentExcellentExcellent
Barmouth 5.6 mi Sea ExcellentExcellentExcellentExcellent
Tywyn 6.5 mi Sea GoodGoodGoodExcellent
Aberdyfi Rural 7.8 mi Sea ExcellentExcellentGoodGood
Aberdyfi 8 mi Estuary ExcellentGoodGoodGood

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Rheilffordd Talyllyn Railway 6.1 mi

MOMA Wales - Y Tabernacl 7.3 mi

CADW - Harlech Castle 15 mi

Vale of Rheidol Railway (Aberystwyth) 17 mi

Portmeirion Gardens 18.6 mi

National Trust

Ty^ Mawr Wybrnant 28.5 mi

Plas yn Rhiw 28.7 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

Abergynolwyn - Foel Y Geifr - Abergynolwyn 1.8 mi

Fairbourne to Barmouth 3.8 mi

Cadair Idris 5.5 mi

Llynau Greggan from Ty Nant 5.5 mi

Cadair Idris by the Fox's Path 6 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 Bird Rock Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Bird Rock Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Bird Rock Campsite? The site’s spectacular Snowdonia National Park setting among the Cadair Idris massif means that scenic hill walks are on the menu, as well as cycling and mountain biking around Cregennan Lakes or … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Bird Rock Campsite?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  2 p.m. –  9:30 p.m.
    Depart by:  11:30 a.m.
    On-site accommodation
    Arrive:  2 p.m. –  9:30 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Bird Rock Campsite? From £15 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.