The Marsh

View prices & book 9.5 99 reviews
Peaceful and relaxing place
Peaceful and relaxing place
Pitches
Ehu grass touring/tent pitch
Barbecue on the go
Enjoying the sunset
Just enjoying life
Plenty of room
Space to chill out
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Pitches
Ehu grass touring/tent pitch
Barbecue on the go

  • Peaceful rural Carmarthenshire site with valley views near Carmarthen
  • Half-hour drive to Heatherton World of Activities or Wild Lakes Wales
  • Fishing the Taf river on site; five minutes’ drive to shops and dining
Sitting in 25 acres of West Wales countryside and with great views of the surrounding valley, The Marsh is well placed for exploring the coastlines of both Carmarthenshire and Pembrokeshire around Carmarthen. With multiple kids’ attractions within half an hour’s drive, this is a top-notch spot for families with active kids – and their dogs are welcome too. It’s also a cracking choice for anglers, as they can practise casting for salmon, sea trout and bass amid a glorious backdrop of birdsong along the Taf river (extra cost). If you’re looking for a relaxing day on site, have a potter along its nature trails or wander down to the Taf for a waterside stroll. To up the pace a bit, head to the seaside town of Tenby (half an hour’s drive) for splashing around in the sea and boat trips to Caldey Island, or go sailing and windsurfing in Saundersfoot (25 minutes). Back on site, there’s a variety of grass pitches (some uneven and unmown) and simple facilities stretch to a washing-up area, a portable toilet and ice-pack freezing to keep barbecue goodies fresh. Pick up basics in the village of St Clears – where you can also down a caffeine fix – or do bigger shops in Laugharne (both five minutes), home to a ruined castle and displays in the Dylan Thomas Writing Shed. If you prefer, you could dodge the cooking completely and pick up fish and chips to eat back at camp or try a couple of Pembrokeshire brews in a local pub.

Site type

Touring caravan pitches 12
Motorhome pitches 12
Tent pitches 12
Open all year
Opens
Please note
  • 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) and/or any of the following: Staffordshire bull terrier, American Staffordshire terrier, Rottweiler, any Mastiff or Tosa.
  • Your dog must be tattooed or microchipped.
  • Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
  • No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • If making a fire, the fuel, logs and coal have to be purchased on site.
  • No electric barbecues allowed.
  • Swimming in the lake is not allowed.
  • The site also does not accept dogs which are Bull breeds or Bull cross-breeds.

Languages spoken

English

Welsh

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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
0 dogs

Reviews

9.5

Overall rating from 99 Pitchup.com customers

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Facilities / Activities
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Customer service
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Child friendliness
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Cleanliness
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Wifi
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Peaceful

99% would recommend this site to a friend

97% would stay here again

What customers say

This peaceful, rural campsite offers spacious pitches, beautiful countryside views and an abundance of wildlife. Guests highlight the exceptional friendliness and helpfulness of the owner, Huw. The honesty shop is a popular feature, stocked with local produce. Basic but clean toilet and shower facilities are provided. While some mention occasional road noise and the potential need for more facilities during busy periods, the overall experience is highly positive, with many visitors expressing a desire to return.

Summary AI-generated from Pitchup.com customer reviews. Last updated 30/06/2026

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Very quiet and tranquil…

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Ben A. 1 review

Electric grass pitch

Liked Very quiet and tranquil

Recommend to friends Visit again

nice quiet nature walks and very…

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Donna L. 6 reviews

Electric grass pitch

Liked nice quiet nature walks and very large pitches, the host was very informative and friendly , loved the honesty shed/ shop well stocked with locally sauced produce / the eggs couldnt have been fresher ( from chickens on site ) would have liked some cheese ( to go on our burgers) but couldnt fault the site and views Facilities could have been better ( hot water in sink area) but kept nice and clean and shower was lovely and hot , will definitely be coming back :)

Disliked nothing

Recommend to friends Visit again

The toilet and shower instant hot…

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8 out of 10
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 7
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 Anne L. 3 reviews

Non-electric grass pitch

Liked The toilet and shower instant hot water plenty of room/hooks lovely host Honestly shop lovely view

Disliked All good

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Friendly back to basic site with…

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9 out of 10
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 8
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 john p. 1 review

Non-electric grass pitch

Liked Friendly back to basic site with honesty shop 1 shower and toilet, we stayed on none ehu pitch good value for money would return

Recommend to friends Visit again

Stop the World - I Want to get Off. !

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10 out of 10
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 Helen C. 5 reviews

Electric hardstanding touring pitch

Liked What did I like? - The basic simplicity . No fancy add-ons, - What you see is what you get. An owner encouraging nature and its natural environment.
The peace and tranquility... A "Stop the World, I want to get off" place. I wish I had stayed here longer, just to take time to appreciate the nature. Sightings included, - Marsh Harrier, heron, stonechat, reed bunting, white egrets, Moorhen & family, froglets, numerous dragon and damsel flies.... not to mention the livestock on the property including 2 highland cows...., a white rabbit, and the hens and their freshly laid eggs - available in the farm shop, along with various other locally farmed produce with an honesty box system for users of the site..
If you are looking for all mod cons and fancy frills, and facilities then this is maybe not the place for you. If you are looking for practical, functional, and more than adequate - then pay this site a visit. A warm welcome is assured.

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Massive site…

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Shaun M. 2 reviews

Non-electric grass pitch

Liked Massive site

Disliked Nothing to dislike

Recommend to friends Visit again

Lovely peaceful location. Good locally grown…

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Libby H. 14 reviews

Non-electric grass pitch

Liked Lovely peaceful location. Good locally grown food available. The planned new facilities will be great. Showers and toilets basic but did the job

Recommend to friends Visit again

Beautiful views, friendly and helpful owners,…

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Fiona S. 1 review

Non-electric grass pitch

Liked Beautiful views, friendly and helpful owners, shop on site with all local produce, quiet easy going little site.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Its a lovely quiet site. Plenty…

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10 out of 10
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Julie E. 6 reviews

Electric hardstanding touring pitch

Liked Its a lovely quiet site. Plenty of walks around the grounds. The owner Huw is lovely and told my husband about the fishing there. Sheep, cows and chickens are lovely to see

Disliked N/A

Recommend to friends Visit again

Nice place very peaceful…

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Jason P. 1 review

Non-electric grass pitch

Liked Nice place very peaceful

Recommend to friends Visit again

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 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

Themes

Peaceful Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wild camping Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available No hot water Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearby Shop nearby

Type

Small (11-25 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Tennis nearby Watersports nearby

Location

The Marsh

Morfa Bach

St Clears

Carmarthenshire

Wales

SA33 4HD

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)

GPS

51.79714°N
4.48441°W

Route directions

Look out for the signs for Four Wheels body shop, then start to slow down – the entrance to The Marsh is the next on the left, with a post and rail entrance.

Nearest transport

Coach
1.7 mi Chemist
1.7 mi Black Lion
8.6 mi Bus Station
Rail
5.3 mi Ferryside Rail Station
5.8 mi Whitland Rail Station
8.4 mi Kidwelly Rail Station
Ferry
12.5 mi Tenby Ferry Landing
14.1 mi Caldey Island Ferry Landing
21.3 mi Pembroke Dock Ferry Terminal
Airport
22.4 mi Swansea 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

What a spot for family holidays. You can keep the kids going all day with animal encounters at Folly Farm Adventure Park and Zoo (20 minutes’ drive), or challenge them to mini-golf games and paintball fights at Heatherton World of Activities (half an hour). Rather be out in the water? There’s a wave pool and high-impact flume rides at Blue Lagoon Water Park (25 minutes), or you can book family wakeboarding lessons at Wild Lakes Wales (half an hour). On sunny days, jump in the car and head for the beaches in Saundersfoot (half an hour) for some downtime messing about in the waves. To slow things down a bit, the National Botanic Garden of Wales (20 minutes) is a good place for lots of strolls in peaceful landscapes and rare plants in a Norman Foster-designed glasshouse, or you can up the cultural element of your Wales break with a guided tour of Pembroke Castle (35 minutes).

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Pendine 4.8 mi Sea ExcellentExcellentExcellentExcellent
Amroth Central 8.5 mi Sea ExcellentExcellentExcellentExcellent
Wiseman'S Bridge 10 mi Sea ExcellentExcellentExcellentGood
Coppet Hall 10.6 mi Sea ExcellentExcellentExcellentExcellent
Saundersfoot 10.9 mi Sea ExcellentExcellentExcellentExcellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Pembrey Country Park 11 mi

National Botanic Garden of Wales 14.7 mi

National Wool Museum 16.2 mi

National Wetland Centre Wales 18 mi

Aberglasney Gardens 18.8 mi

National Trust

Tudor Merchant's House 12.6 mi

Rhossili Visitor Centre and Shop 17.8 mi

Aberdeunant 21.6 mi

Stackpole Estate 22.5 mi

Dolaucothi Gold Mines 28.4 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

Laugharne - Broadway - Coast Path - Laugharne 2.2 mi

Laugharne - Dylan's Way - Laugharne 2.2 mi

Laugharne - Sir John's Hill - Bird Board - Laugharne 2.2 mi

Amroth - beach walk - Amroth 8.2 mi

Amroth - Colby Estate - The Quarries - Amroth 8.8 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 The Marsh have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is The Marsh dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near The Marsh? What a spot for family holidays. You can keep the kids going all day with animal encounters at Folly Farm Adventure Park and Zoo (20 minutes’ drive), or challenge them to mini-golf … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of The Marsh?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  11 a.m. –  5 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.

    From 31 March to 30 September, the last arrival times are 5pm Monday to Thursday and on Saturday, 7pm on Friday and 3pm on Sunday.

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  • How much does it cost to stay at The Marsh? From £15 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.