Roches Campervan and Campsite

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Great views and pitches by the water
Great views and pitches by the water
Sunset
Right by the water
Stunning views from the campsite
Amazing views
Views of bannow bay from your pitch
Hardstanding campervan pitches
Waterside campsite
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Sunset
Right by the water
Stunning views from the campsite

  • Well-maintained and friendly site with spectacular views of Bannow Bay
  • Horse and pony trekking available from the site
  • Dog-friendly setting a 45-minute drive from ferries at Rosslare
Apart from winning the lottery, there probably aren't many things more blissful than a horsey canter along an Irish beach. If this too is your idea of what you'd do on any holiday, you're well placed to sort it at Wexford's Roches Campervan and Campsite: it's right on the Bannow estuary and the site owners run a horse and pony trekking centre alongside their working dairy farm. You might not be able to imagine many views more blissful than over the sea from Roches either – perhaps a view of a winning lottery ticket...? And the site also has direct access to the bay: it's in the sunny south east of Ireland with loads of beaches and historical sites nearby, and kayak hire is available on site. Base yourself here for fab flat and bass fishing in the estuary too, and walks alongside it, and splendid Wexford beaches, and old old sites like Tintern Abbey and the Clonmines castles. Pubs, a chemist, two supermarkets, a tyre centre and hair salons are at the local village of Wellingtonbridge a short drive away. Roches has a shower and toilet block, internet access, charging facilities and chemical disposal. Barbecues and campfires are allowed, but if you're too blissed out/knackered after your horse ride to sort supper, trot along to one of the several nearby pubs serving tasty feed – trad Irish music sessions are often on the menu too. Music is also available on site at weekends in June, July and August, with midweek karaoke for the kids. The site is 45 minutes from Rosslare if you're heading to/from Europe and want an overnight stay.

Campground type

RV & Motorhome sites 8
Tent sites 20
Caravan sites 7
Open all year
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  • Please note that the toilet facilities are unisex.

Languages spoken

English

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Reviews

9.1

Overall rating from 542 Pitchup.com customers

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Child friendliness
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Cleanliness
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Wifi
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Spectacular sceneryPeaceful

92% would recommend this campground to a friend

91% would stay here again

What customers say

Loads of folks love this spot overlooking Bannow Bay. Staff are a legend, facilities are spick and span, and weekend entertainment’s a ripper. Coffee dock and chipper are a hit. Some found it a bit packed during busy times with a few pitch quirks, but most reckon it's grouse for families and can't wait to come back.

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Friendly and helpful staff. Beautiful view…

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Susan B.

Powered concrete slab motorhome site

Liked Friendly and helpful staff. Beautiful view of the estuary. Great wine bar!

Disliked Nothing

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Great stay

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Nicola S.

Powered concrete slab motorhome site

Liked Great easy check in with friendly helpful owner - We loved the view was so peaceful - great idea to have a fridge and a freezer to be able to it food in and a cosy nook with fire music and tv to chill x

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Excellent facilities. Beautiful views. Lovely atmosphere.

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Anonymous

Unpowered grass tent site

Liked The 2 lads went down it was their second stay and they loved it. I picked them up and chatted with the owner who was so welcoming. I love the set up. My daughter and her friend want to go and I may join them as it really is a fantastic spot.

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Great site, good facilities and amazing location.

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Sheila R.

Powered concrete slab motorhome site

Liked The view! All facilities were clean and spacious - would be great for groups travelling together. Great stop-over as close to Rosslare Harbour plus a very helpful vet in Wellingtonbridge.

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Overall we were happy enough. We would visit again

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Dominic C.

Powered grass tent site

Liked The location is fantastic. Its a very busy site spread over several large fields with a few right on the waters edge. Really loved the live music Friday and Saturday night, great family atmosphere.

Disliked The overall facilities were OK but given the amount of people there, a second toilet block is badly needed considering they are mixed M/F toilets and wash area. It can be very cramped with kids.
The only major issue we has was the noise at night time when several groups continued drinking and chatting pretty loud as late as 3am keeping all four of us awake. No one on site that we could find, security etc to report the excessive noise to. Luckily two of the groups left after one night.

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Everything 😎…

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phill r.

Powered concrete slab motorhome site

Liked Everything 😎

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Anonymous

Unpowered grass tent site

Liked Staff were super friendly and the view is fabulous. Easy to get to and in a great location for exploring hook peninsula. Facilities were also excellent.

Disliked Just a personal preference but as it was peak season, I arrived on a Wednesday night and there was loud music until 11pm. Just not for me. It did seem a little overpriced for what I wanted, but for families and larger groups I can see the appeal. Just didn't feel worth it as a solo traveller.

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Food and drink available when we…

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Anonymous

Powered concrete slab caravan or trailer tent site

Liked Food and drink available when we arrived at the three takeaway wagons
Live band playing and good atmosphere

Disliked We had booked a hard standing pitch but were directed to a field with tents and teo campervans it was fine because the weather was good but if it was wet weather it would be disastrous
The block of four shower units were all running cold I didn’t check the other two down at the campers kitchen as the queue was too long
Hard to get to but lovely view when tide is in

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Très très bien. A recommander. Bénédicte…

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Bénédicte P.

Powered grass tent site

Liked Très très bien. A recommander. Bénédicte

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Caoimhe O.

Unpowered grass tent site

Liked Very nice place

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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 site/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundry Local produce 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 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

Camping 2.0

Jumbo tent sites

Themes

Budget/backpacker Bush Lake and/or mountain Leave the car at home Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wild camping Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Communal freezer Communal fridge Dump point Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Public transport nearby

Type

Farm Medium (26-50 sites)

Accessibility

Accessible parking at site Bathrooms: Large spacious shower Bathrooms: Wheelchair accessible toilet Site close to accessible bathrooms

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Restaurant nearby Surf school nearby Watersports nearby

Touring and motorhomes

Caravan storage facilities Drainage hook-up points for caravans Motorhome service point Seasonal sites Water hook-up points for caravans

Location

Roches Campervan and Campsite

Clonmines

Wellingtonbridge

Wexford

Co. Wexford

Republic of Ireland

Y35 R9P9

Directions

Timezone

Europe/Dublin GMT (GMT+01:00)

GPS

52.25161°N
6.76942°W

Route directions

The site is 30 kilometres from Rosslare Europort. Out the the R733 follow Wellingtonbridge. 5 kilometres from Wellingtonbridge follow Clonmines to the site. The campsite is 150 kilometres from Dublin airport and Cork city. There is bus from Dublin airport every hour to Wexford.

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 ruin of 13th-century Tintern Abbey (not the Wordsworth one) is one of many old sites to see in Co Wexford and its surrounds. See also Hook Lighthouse at nearby Hook Head, the oldest working lighthouse in the world, and 16th-century Duncannon Fort with its maritime museum. Several towns and villages are around Bannow Bay (although do go fishing first): pedal or potter around the likes of Saltmills, Newtown, Ballygow, Ballyowen and the splendidly named Haggard Bridge to carefully compare the Guinness in each. If you're lucky enough to be on an extended trip (perhaps with the aid of that winning lottery ticket), make your way from Roches to the ferry port at Rosslare, from where you can sail serenely on to Fishguard and Pembroke in Wales, or to Cherbourg or Roscoff in la belle France.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Duncannon 11.7 km Estuary N/AGoodGoodGood
Counsellors' Strand, Dunmore East 18.5 km Sea ExcellentExcellentExcellentExcellent
Dunmore Strand, Dunmore East 18.7 km Sea ExcellentExcellentExcellentExcellent
Rosslare Strand 26.3 km Sea ExcellentExcellentExcellentExcellent
Tramore Beach 27.6 km Sea ExcellentExcellentExcellentExcellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Frequently asked questions

  • Does Roches Campervan and Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Roches Campervan and Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Roches Campervan and Campsite? The ruin of 13th-century Tintern Abbey (not the Wordsworth one) is one of many old sites to see in Co Wexford and its surrounds. See also Hook Lighthouse at nearby Hook Head, … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Roches Campervan and Campsite?
    Camping and caravan
    Arrive:  2 p.m. –  8 p.m.
    Depart by:  noon
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Roches Campervan and Campsite? From $53.51 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.