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
How to sum up Penllystyn Farm? There's a lot to like about this Gwynedd smallholding site, but the three main highlights have got to be the seriously good views, waterside walks and all-round chilled farm vibes. Here you'll be sitting pretty in the small village of Bryncir, just outside Snowdonia National Park and a 10-minute drive from the coast. Around the 10-acre site are a handful of farm animals along with a small woodland area and a riverside picnic spot, where you can also take a paddle or let the dogs cool off with a dip. Picnics, barbecues and campfires are all encouraged around here, but there’s also a good local pub/restaurant half a mile away if you fancy eating out. It should be pretty easy to reach the other amenities in the surrounding area, as the farm is just off the speedy A487 main road. Where that road takes you is totally up to you, but one thing's for sure – you won't feel boxed in here. To the east, you have the myriad walks and adventurous activities of Snowdonia, while those who head north will be rewarded with such spots as Caernarfon Castle and Anglesey. Meanwhile, set your sights on the south or west for days out on the spectacular beaches of the Llŷn Peninsula, treks around the wild Wales Coast Path or sightseeing in the pastel-coloured town of Portmeirion.

Site type

Tent pitches 10
Motorhome pitches 6
Open now
Opens 10 April
Please note
  • 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 10 Apr to

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Pitch types & availability

Accommodation

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2 adults
0 children
0 dogs

Reviews

9.3

Overall rating from 157 Pitchup.com customers

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Peaceful

98% would recommend this site to a friend

96% would stay here again

What customers say

A peaceful, well-maintained working farm campsite with ample space and a relaxed atmosphere. Guests praised the idyllic riverside pitches, friendly farm animals, and excellent value for money. Facilities, though basic, are consistently described as clean. Campfires are permitted. While some noted limited facilities, particularly the single shower and toilets, this did not detract from the overall positive experience for most visitors.

Summary AI-generated from Pitchup.com customer reviews. Last updated 14/07/2026

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Arrival date (latest first)

Will definitely go again, maybe camp next to the stream this time

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Anonymous

Non-electric grass motorhome pitch

Liked Lovely quiet site surrounded by sheep,goats, horse, chickens & a stream..
Clean amenities
Welcoming staff/ owner & friendly dog Pippa

Disliked Nothing

Recommend to friends Visit again

Definitely recommend

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james g. 1 review

Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked Clean peaceful stream is great for kids

Disliked Close to main road so you could hear the road in the distance

Recommend to friends Visit again

Spot by the water was idyllic,…

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Alex T. 9 reviews

Non-electric grass motorhome pitch

Liked Spot by the water was idyllic, plus a tree swing, decent shower, an array of farm animals which my daughter loved and amazing price. Plus no phone signal which I always enjoy!

Disliked Nothing

Recommend to friends Visit again

Lovely spot and clean facilities. Thanks!…

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Sara W. 1 review

Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked Lovely spot and clean facilities. Thanks!

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great site.

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Kathryn jane W. 1 review

Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked Relaxed place with shower, toilets and water. Peaceful and loved all the animals. Surrounded by a stream.

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I would visit again

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 Wendy N. 1 review

Non-electric grass motorhome pitch

Liked Quiet little site with the stream running through. Campfires allowed

Disliked No electric

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great little site. Affordable

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Emma W. 4 reviews

Non-electric grass motorhome pitch

Liked Location, environment, pitch anywhere, fire pit allowed.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Simple, easy to book and access…

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Sally B. 1 review

Non-electric grass motorhome pitch

Liked Simple, easy to book and access site. Nice clean facilities and lovely to be greeted by Pippin the dog and other four legged friends. Appreciated value for money as solo traveller too, thank you 🙏

Recommend to friends Visit again

Hidden gem! Great value

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Stephanie B. 4 reviews

Non-electric grass motorhome pitch

Liked Beautiful spot my the river, the toilets and showers where immaculate. We also loved pippin the dog. Amazing value too.

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3rd time here. Everything that you…

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James M. 7 reviews

Non-electric grass motorhome pitch

Liked 3rd time here. Everything that you would need for a weekend away

Recommend to friends Visit again

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 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

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

Utilities

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

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearby

Type

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 nearby

Location

Penllystyn Farm

Bryncir

Gwynedd

Wales

LL51 9LX

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)

GPS

52.97723°N
4.26233°W

Nearest transport

Coach
4.2 mi High Street
4.2 mi High Street
5.2 mi Povey's Garage
Rail
4.2 mi Criccieth Rail Station
6 mi Penychain Rail Station
6.2 mi Porthmadog Rail Station
Ferry
19.9 mi Barmouth Ferry Landing
20.2 mi Porth Penrhyn Ferry Landing
22.3 mi Aberdaron Ferry Landing
Airport
22.3 mi Anglesey 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

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 call in at Caernarfon Castle (20 minutes) on the southern edge of the Menai Strait, whose mighty walls endured both Owain Glyndwr's sieges and the fiercest fighting of the Civil War. Once you've seen some of the coast, take to the mountains and Snowdonia, where excellent walks are up for grabs at scenic spots like Llanberis (20 minutes) or Beddgelert (20 minutes). Fancy trading in your walking boots for old-fashioned steam train trips? The Ffestiniog and Welsh Highland Railway (15 minutes) can sort visitors with whistle-stop tours of the spectacular local landscape. For something a bit more active, Zip World Slate Caverns (35 minutes) should fit the bill with its zipwires, trampolines and underground play park. Older kids in your crew might be more taken by the action-packed activities laid on at Adventure Parc Snowdonia (an hour), including top-rated watersports like freshwater surfing.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Criccieth 4.3 mi Sea GoodGoodExcellentExcellent
Craig Du Beach Central 6.1 mi Sea ExcellentExcellentExcellentExcellent
Morfa Dinlle 8 mi Sea ExcellentExcellentExcellentExcellent
Glan Don Beach 8.5 mi Sea ExcellentExcellentExcellentExcellent
Pwllheli 9.5 mi Sea ExcellentExcellentExcellentExcellent

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.

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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.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Penllystyn Farm? From £20 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.