When can I check in and check out of Pencarnan Farm Caravan and Camping Site?

Camping and touring Arrive: 12 p.m. – 8 p.m. Depart by: 12 p.m. Read more

How much does it cost to stay at Pencarnan Farm Caravan and Camping Site?

From £33 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.

Pencarnan Farm Caravan and Camping Site

From £33 For 1 night, 2 adults Last booked 9 hours ago 9.4 856 reviews

Overlooking Porthsele beach (added by manager 12 Sep 2019)

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Porthsele beach (added by manager 12 sep 2019)

Private vehicle access is available to porthsele beach (added by manager 12 sep 2019)

Overlooking the sea (added by manager 12 sep 2019)

Family-run site situated on the Pembrokeshire Coast Path
Direct access to Porthsele beach; a mile from Whitesands
Farm shop, coffee hut, bar and pizzas available in high season

Fancy a stay on a family-run farm… with direct access to a beach below? Make your way to Pencarnan Farm Caravan and Camping Site, a 96-acre farm overlooking Porthsele beach on the Pembrokeshire coast. The site is on the most western tip of Pembrokeshire, with views of St Georges Channel connecting the Irish and Celtic seas. You'll be in good company with a stay here: generations of the same family have been running the site since the mid-1950s, a holiday spot for guests who return year after year – some with their kids and grandkids now in tow. This place is just the ticket for outdoor adventures too, as it's set directly above Porthsele beach (with private vehicle access so you can cart all your kit along with you). The sea and bay are safe for swimming and kayaking, and there are plenty of rockpools to explore at low tide. If you haven’t got your fill of sea breeze, surfing beach Whitesands is a one-mile walk along the coastal path or, if you’re feeling adventurous, a half-mile swim or kayak from Porthsele. Sorting supplies is easy at the farm too: in the high season, a site shop is on hand with camping and food supplies, wetsuits and logs for beach fires, and a coffee hut opens every day. A bar and pizzas are also available at peak times.

Site type

Open now

Please note

Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Fri, 1 Mar 2024 to Wed, 1 Jan 2025

Pitch types & availability

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Only showing reviews for the last 30 months.

Private beach…

Overall	2/10
Location	6
Value for money	4
Accommodation	4
Facilities / Activities	6
Customer service	2
Child friendliness	2
Cleanliness	8
Wifi	2

Anonymous Apr 2024

16-amp Ramsey Island Field electric grass touring pitch

Liked: Private beach

Disliked: Muddy field got stuck. Even thought I rang day before and told if Was fine. No assistance on where to pitch for the best ground

Recommend to friends Visit again

Excellent site with breathtaking views, great facilities, fair price.

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	No rating

Harry P. Apr 2024

Beach Field non-electric grass tent, campervan or trailer tent pitch

Liked: Incredible views and very well maintained facilities by the reception building. Water infrastructure is limited but signs are everywhere explaining this and we didn’t feel like we had to ration at any time- just be reasonable with consumption. There were also great food and drink options right next to camp, as well as access to a small secluded beach area a short walk from the camp. The staff on site were knowledgeable and understanding and a shop sells camping essentials if needed. Extremely good value for money and a great way to experience the beauty of the Pembrokeshire coastline.

Disliked: Access to the field was a basic track and (by their own admission) it’s easy to get a heavy vehicle stuck if the campsite has experienced heavy rainfall, particularly in the beach view field which can get quite boggy. Pair of wellies and sensible pitching is easy enough to prevent this issue though.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Can’t wait to come back.

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	10

Oliver M. Apr 2024

Beach Field non-electric grass tent, campervan or trailer tent pitch

Liked: Warm welcome, fantastic pitch on sea front, very clean facilities, great pizza and beer, lovely staff, dog friendly, great location, rescued when stuck in mud!

Disliked: Nothing.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Has massive potential, needs some updating of facilities. Superb beach

Overall	6/10
Location	10
Value for money	6
Accommodation	4
Facilities / Activities	6
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	6
Wifi	2

Daniel P. Apr 2024

16-amp Rhosson Field electric grass touring pitch

Liked: Has potential. The courtyard is a nice feature although very expensive. The Easter egg hunt provided for the kids was a lovely touch and all the staff where really nice. The little beach is unbelievable and made our trip.

Disliked: The showers need an update! The wife and daughter said the girls showers were fine. But we Stayed 5 nights and I didn't have a hot shower once. Luke warm at best and mostly cold and a bit grubby. With the wet weather we got an email 2 days before arrival saying the field was boggy and we could move our dates if we wanted. No offer of a refund so we had to go as it's my only time off work and could afford another site. We got stuck as soon as we pulled in the field so the farmer pulled us to a spot. We where stuck there for the next 5 days slopping around in a quagmire ,unable to explore South Wales due to the conditions on the field making it impossible to get the van out. The farmer had to pull us over to the tap and waste in order to refill our tanks. We booked a 16a hookup but got put on a 3a which kept tripping out the whole trip. The shop was only partially stocked as it was classed as out of season but we managed to get a few bits we needed. For the rest we walked to the town.

Recommend to friends Visit again

The courtyard with food options Friendly and helpful staff Toilet and shower block well…

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	8
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	No rating

Anonymous Apr 2024

Beach Field non-electric grass tent, campervan or trailer tent pitch

Liked: The courtyard with food options Friendly and helpful staff Toilet and shower block well maintained Lovely views Great location

Recommend to friends Visit again

Excellent stay weather wasn’t very good but nothing could be done about…

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	8

Anonymous Apr 2024

16-amp Rhosson Field electric grass touring pitch

Liked: Excellent stay weather wasn’t very good but nothing could be done about that. Views are absolutely stunning. Staff all very friendly and helpful. Shower a toilet block are spotless. Would definitely stay again.

Disliked: None

Recommend to friends Visit again

Excellent camping site, clean facilities, accessible store & friendly

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	8
Accommodation	8
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	6

Anonymous Apr 2024

Beach Field non-electric grass tent, campervan or trailer tent pitch

Liked: We liked the view and the place. Friendly staff and welcoming. The place is well kept , toilet and shower area are clean. There’s a lot to explore, hiking, beaches and more.

Disliked: Nothing to disliked about the place

Recommend to friends Visit again

Facilities excellent, staff incredibly helpful, close access to beach…

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	6

Anonymous Apr 2024

Beach Field non-electric grass tent, campervan or trailer tent pitch

Liked: Facilities excellent, staff incredibly helpful, close access to beach

Recommend to friends Visit again

We had an amazing time camping over the Easter weekend! All the…

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	10

Carly T. Apr 2024

3-amp Ramsey Island Field electric grass tent, campervan or trailer tent pitch

Liked: We had an amazing time camping over the Easter weekend! All the staff are very friendly, welcoming and extremely helpful! All of the facilities were very clean and the site is in a perfect spot! We will 100% be returning!

Recommend to friends Visit again

Lovely site, great location, friendly team

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	No rating
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	8

mandy j. Apr 2024

Beach Field non-electric grass tent, campervan or trailer tent pitch

Liked: Freedom to choose where I pitched. Very relaxed atmosphere and “back to basics” feel of the beach field. Nice clean showers and toilets. Fab location on the coast path and small private beach was lovely.

Disliked: Nothing. Although due to heavy rain I moved to a more sheltered area of the site as I was worried about getting stuck!

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Features

Dogs 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

Disabled facilities

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

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

Public transport nearby

Shop nearby

Type

Farm

Large (51-200 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby

Climbing nearby

Fishing nearby

Golf nearby

Restaurant nearby

Surf school nearby

Tennis nearby

Watersports nearby

Location

Pencarnan Farm Caravan and Camping Site

Pencarnan Farm

St Davids

Haverfordwest

Pembrokeshire

Wales

SA62 6PY

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)

GPS

51.88465°N
-5.3049°W

Nearest transport

Coach

15.5 mi Bus Station

15.9 mi Railway Hotel

Rail

15.6 mi Fishguard & Goodwick Rail Station

15.8 mi Haverfordwest Rail Station

15.9 mi Johnston (Pembrokeshire) Rail Station

Ferry

0.5 mi St. Justinian Ferry Landing

1.8 mi Ramsey Island Ferry Landing

10.2 mi Skomer Island 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

This is heaven for beach buffs: Porthsele and Whitesands beaches are both within walking distance of Pencarnan. At Porthsele, take your pick from kayaking, surfing and paddleboarding from its sandy shore; if fishing's more your bag you can fish for mackerel, pollock and seabass from the beach and from certain points on the cliff around Pencarnan's land. There are also a few marked climbing spots around the cliffs on the land and some good entry points for coasteering or a coastal swim back to Porthsele beach… followed back at base with a sunset beach fire or barbecue to end the day. The famed surfing centre of Whitesands, a mile away on the coast path from Pencarnan, has a café, deckchairs and wetsuit hire, plus lifeguards in the summer months. Heading south, St Justinian’s (under a mile away along the coast path) is home to RNLI St Davids Lifeboat Station and a departure point for boat trips around, onto and beyond Ramsey Island to spy seals, seabirds, porpoises, whales, dolphins and sharks. Make time too for a trip to the tiny city of St Davids, to browse its shops and galleries and take a look at sixth-century St Davids Cathedral.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name	Distance	Type	2020	2019	2018	2017
Whitesands	0.9 mi	Sea	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Caerfai	2.3 mi	Sea	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Abereiddy	5.5 mi	Sea	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Newgale	8.1 mi	Sea	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Nolton Haven	9.4 mi	Sea	Good	Good	Good	N/A

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

St Davids Cathedral 2 mi

Pembrokeshire Coast National Park 20.2 mi

Pembroke Castle 21.9 mi

National Trust

St David's Visitor Centre and Shop 1.7 mi

Stackpole Estate 24.2 mi

Tudor Merchant's House 29.8 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

Around St David's Head 0.9 mi

Whitesands - St David's Head - Carn Lidi - Whitesands 1 mi

St David's City and St Non's Bay 1.9 mi

RAMSEY ISLAND (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 18/11/1992) 2 mi

Solva Quay - Upper Solva - Solva Quay 5 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.

Policies

Booking terms and conditions

Admission

Admission is only permitted after registering at reception.
Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.

Arrivals and departures

Late arrivals must notify the park as soon as possible. Your booking will be held for 24 hours. After this period the management reserves the right to relet your unit.
No refunds/discounts for inclement weather, late arrivals or early departures.
Units will be allocated on arrival.

Dogs

Dogs must be kept on leads and supervised at all times.
Guide dogs are allowed on site free of charge.

General

In the event of a complaint, please speak to reception immediately. Complaints which are not brought to the management's attention during your stay cannot be dealt with once you have left the site.
Quiet hours must be respected between 10 p.m. and 7 a.m..
The management reserves the right to deny access or terminate the stay of those guests whose behaviour is deemed unsuitable. No refunds will be offered.

Occupancy

No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.

Pitches

Units should not be left unoccupied unless previously agreed with the management. Please speak to reception when the need arises, a fee may be charged for unsupervised units.
You must follow the management directives when pitching your tent/unit and related equipment.

Reception

Reception is open from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. between 01/03 and 14/07 and between 01/09 and 01/01.
Reception is open from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. between 15/07 and 31/08.

Safety

Barbecues are permitted but must be raised off the ground and attended by an adult at all times.
Firearms are not permitted.
Open fires are prohibited.

Visitors

Visitors must register at reception and pay their fee.

Additional terms

The coffee shop and on site shop are open in high season only (April to September).

Payment terms

Does Pencarnan Farm Caravan and Camping Site have a swimming pool? No View all features
Is Pencarnan Farm Caravan and Camping Site dog friendly? Yes View all features
What attractions are near Pencarnan Farm Caravan and Camping Site? This is heaven for beach buffs: Porthsele and Whitesands beaches are both within walking distance of Pencarnan. At Porthsele, take your pick from kayaking, surfing and paddleboarding from its sandy shore; if … Read more
When can I check in and check out of Pencarnan Farm Caravan and Camping Site?

Camping and touring

Arrive: 12 p.m. – 8 p.m.

Depart by: 12 p.m.

Read more
How much does it cost to stay at Pencarnan Farm Caravan and Camping Site? From £33 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.