Penllystyn Farm
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- Quiet riverside spot on a family smallholding in Bryncir
- Just outside Snowdonia National Park; 10 minutes' drive from the coast
- Easy access from the A497; pub/restaurant half a mile away
Site type
- 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. XL Bully, Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
- Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
- There is no reception on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.
Languages spoken
English
Welsh
Open from Fri, 18 Apr to
Pitch types & availability
Non-electric grass motorhome pitch
4 people maximum
Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 6m width × 6m depth (36m²)
Arrival daysFrom £20
View prices & bookNon-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch
4 people maximum
Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 6m width × 6m depth (36m²)
Arrival daysFrom £20
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Reviews
97% would recommend this site to a friend
95% would stay here again
What customers say
A peaceful and well-maintained site offering plenty of space, with many pitches located next to a stream. Visitors praised the cleanliness of the facilities, the friendly atmosphere, and the on-site animals. While the site is basic, it's considered excellent value for money and a great base for exploring the local area. Some noted the limited facilities for busy periods and occasional road noise.
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Excellent…
Non-electric grass motorhome pitch
Liked Excellent
Recommend to friends Visit again
Relaxed and cheap…
Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch
Liked Relaxed and cheap
Disliked Some road noise
Recommend to friends Visit again
Lovely little site
Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch
Liked Lovely little site with a little stream going through. Shower and toilet very clean. We stayed here the night before a visit to port merion due to proximity so was good for this but don’t know anything else about the area.
Disliked Nothing
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Everything! The space, the animals, the stream which my boys loved walking…
Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch
Liked Everything!
The space, the animals, the stream which my boys loved walking in and how close you are to everything!
Loved it that much we booked an extra 2 nights and will 100% be coming back again very soon
The showers and toilets are very clean and the site is well looked after
Pippen the dog is very cute, isn’t shy at all and will come to your tent. My boys played fetch with her for about and hour and she came and sat with us a few times
Disliked N/a
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Thumbs up 👍🏼
Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch
Liked Lovely site, not busy when we visited so not on top of each other. Nice clean lavatories & sink with hot water. A very tidy & clean site, 10 mins away from criccieth by car. Would definitely recommend!
Disliked Nothing
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Overall had a nice stay.
Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch
Liked Nice location, quiet and roaming dog. Fires & BBQ allowed
Appeared dog friendly wish mine had been withme.
Disliked Facilities could be more plentiful. One shower, one indoor sink and one toilet for each gender. Ourside sink needs a plug
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all good
Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch
Liked good location, nice site, good for tent
Disliked only one toilet and shower. no wifi and very pooor mobile sygnal there
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Great wild camp
Non-electric grass motorhome pitch
Liked Every simple thing
Disliked Nothing
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Handy for the sea and mountains easy to find clean shower and…
Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch
Liked Handy for the sea and mountains easy to find clean shower and toilets we could have a fire in our fire pit ! Good price Thankyou
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Peaceful, fantastic site and so clean
Non-electric grass motorhome pitch
Liked Fantastic site, so peaceful, lovely clean amenities and the highlight of the stay was of course pippin the dog who was most welcome and she loved the treats on offer, will definitely be back
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Features
Pop-up campsite
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 WatersportsAmenities 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 WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearbyType
Farm Pop-up campsite Small (11-25 pitches)Nearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearbyLocation
Penllystyn Farm
Bryncir
Gwynedd
Wales
LL51 9LX
Timezone
Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)
GPS
52.97723°N
4.26233°W
Nearest transport
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
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Criccieth | 4.3 mi | Sea | Good | Good | Excellent | Excellent |
Craig Du Beach Central | 6.1 mi | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Morfa Dinlle | 8 mi | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Glan Don Beach | 8.5 mi | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Pwllheli | 9.5 mi | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Criccieth Castle 4.4 mi
Welsh Highland Railway (Porthmadog) 6.3 mi
Ffestiniog Railway 6.7 mi
Portmeirion Gardens 8.1 mi
CADW - Harlech Castle 10.4 mi
National Trust
Plas Newydd Country House and Gardens 15.7 mi
Ty^ Mawr Wybrnant 18.2 mi
Plas yn Rhiw 18.3 mi
Bodnant Garden 26.1 mi
Aberconwy House 27.6 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Cwmystradllyn Reservoir - Ty Mawr Slate Mill 4.6 mi
Clynnog Fawr - Bwlch Mawr - Gyrn Ddu - Bryn-yr-Eryr - Clynnog Fawr 5.2 mi
Gyrn Goch - Afon Hen - Gyrn Goch 5.4 mi
Aberdesach - Lleyn Coast Path - Garn Fawr - Aberdesach 5.5 mi
Morfa Bychan 6.3 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.
Nearest sites
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Penllystyn Farm have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Penllystyn Farm dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Penllystyn Farm? If guests in your group are clamouring for castles, send them off to Criccieth (10 minutes' drive), a Cadw-run 13th-century fortress with impressive views over Cardigan Bay. You might also want to … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Penllystyn Farm?
Camping and touring Arrive: 3 p.m. – 9 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Penllystyn Farm? From £20 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.