The Crown Inn and Campsite

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View of the river
View of the river
Aerial view of the crown inn
Camp up close to our gorgeous boys
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Spring in our gorgeous beer garden
The crown inn
Heron’s neat family caravan
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Aerial view of the crown inn
Camp up close to our gorgeous boys
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  • Well-maintained family-run north Wales pub site by the river Alwen
  • In Llanfihangel Glyn Myfyr; edge of Snowdonia 15 minutes' drive
  • Alpaca walks and feeding on site; river fishing permitted
Originally a drovers' inn, The Crown Inn is a handsome Grade II-listed pub sitting in a peaceful position by the river Alwen in the pretty North Wales village of Llanfihangel Glyn Myfyr. Lying just behind the pub and skirted by ancient woodland, the pub's laidback camping area has easy access to forest trails, fishing on the riverbank and drinks in the bar. Access to The Crown Inn and Campsite is via a ford crossing that crosses the river – an exciting and intrepid journey that's sure to hold particular appeal for younger guests. A short wander away, there's a small waterfall that cascades down from the top of the woods into the river below – keep an eye out for fairies around here, as they're known to hang around in the area by the wooden bridge… Facilities here consist of well-maintained compost toilets and a washing-up area on site. There's access to The Crown Inn's bar and restaurant, which serve up good food and drinks throughout the week. Looking for things to do during your down-time? Relax by the riverbank, try a spot of catch-and-return fishing in the Alwen or fix yourself a firepit. You can also book some time at the site's private alpaca paddock to feed The Crown Inn's friendly boys, or sign up to an alpaca walk through the surrounding countryside with a woolly companion by your side.

Campground type

Lodges, cabins, pods or huts 5
RV & Motorhome sites 8
Rent a tent 7
Tent sites 16
Caravans for hire 1
Open now
Opens 1 April
Please note
  • This campground/park has no on-site shower facilities.
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • Group bookings of 2 or more units (e.g. tent, caravan, motorhome or accommodation hire) travelling together are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • Group bookings of 4 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
  • Twin axle vehicles are not permitted on site.
  • Units longer than 6 metres are not allowed.
  • This is a quiet campground/park: no music is allowed.
  • Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the campground/park are unlit.
  • No naked flames are allowed inside the hired accommodation units.
  • There are no garbage cans onsite: all garbage will need to be taken home with you.
  • Please note that the toilet facilities are unisex.
  • If reception is closed on arrival: please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Tue, 1 Apr to

Site types & availability

Accommodation

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2 adults
0 children

Reviews

9.7

Overall rating from 471 Pitchup.com customers

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Peaceful

98% would recommend this campground to a friend

97% would stay here again

What customers say

Great riverside spot with a ripper atmosphere. Owners and staff are legends, and the pub grub's a treat. Alpacas are a big draw! Showers are a bit basic, but manageable for a quick trip, plus there's wild swimming. Peaceful, family-friendly, and you'll be back!

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We are already planning on returning for next year.

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Katie H.

Heron's Nest on-site caravan

Liked This campsite and its owners are just lovely.
All staff were so friendly and helpful.
We had a fantastic family holiday weekend, in a truly stunning location of natural beauty.
The children just loved feeding the alpaca's and playing in the river.
We would highly recommend people to visit this place.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Excellent site.…

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Anonymous

Otter cabin (four person)

Liked Excellent site.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Wonderful place…

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Anonymous

Unpowered grass tent, campervan or trailer tent site (family, maximum 6 metres)

Liked Wonderful place

Recommend to friends Visit again

Perfect location 10/10!

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Lauren S.

Unpowered forest floor tent site (two person, small)

Liked Lovely atmosphere. We arrived after completing a long 60 mile ride from the Wirral and we were greeted with warm smiles, lovely doggie cuddles from Bruce and warm hospitality.
The owner (didn’t catch your name sorry!) showed us our camping spot and kindly moved us to a vacant pitch near the river.
So peaceful and beautiful.
Ate at the pub and it was gorgeous food perfect after the long cycle.
Would highly recommend this site,
Beautiful walks/hikes in the local forest and we will definitely be back.
The compost toilet was brilliant and the ability to sit under cover to charge phones etc was a massive bonus.
We had to leave early as had to cycle home so didn’t get the chance to say bye to the owners.
Beautiful site. 10/10.

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The staff were very friendly and helpful and the campsite as a…

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Anonymous

Unpowered grass and earth tent site (two person, small)

Liked The staff were very friendly and helpful and the campsite as a whole was gorgeous

Recommend to friends Visit again

Very friendly and helpful staff. Lovely surroundings and the sound of the…

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Robert P.

Bed-in-a-shed microlodge

Liked Very friendly and helpful staff. Lovely surroundings and the sound of the river helps you sleep!

Disliked No showers.

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Yes enjoyed my stay very much bit of fishing one or to…

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John T.

Unpowered grass and earth tent site (two person, small)

Liked Yes enjoyed my stay very much bit of fishing one or to pints at night run out in day if you won’t to Definitely go again.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Quiet, clean and friendly site. I have stayed a few times now,…

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Anonymous

Unpowered grass tent, campervan or trailer tent site (family, maximum 6 metres)

Liked Quiet, clean and friendly site. I have stayed a few times now, with my kids and for a break away with my wife. The kids love playing in the stream and digging holes up in the woods 😀. The pub has great food and drinks selections and is priced reasonably.

Disliked N/A

Recommend to friends Visit again

Site just perfect. Surrounded by Forrest’s and a stream. Toilet facilities were…

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Ronny H.

Unpowered grass tent, campervan or trailer tent site (family, maximum 6 metres)

Liked Site just perfect. Surrounded by Forrest’s and a stream. Toilet facilities were clean and there was hot water to do dishes etc. Great pub and gardens and outside seating area was lovely. Hosts were friendly and welcoming. Definitely going to return.

Disliked Nothing

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Lovely to have animals thst you can feed. Owners and staff are…

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Tim S.

Meadow unpowered grass tent or trailer tent site

Liked Lovely to have animals thst you can feed. Owners and staff are lovely.

Disliked Tightt searing setup in pub for meal. Placed us next to a birthday party and a enormous dog in a very small area.

No water in meadows field , or basic portaloo facilities, you have to go over the river for the toilet! I knew the situation from description, but in reality it was pain with a child. If I owned the place just invest in a portaloo

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Features

No dogs allowed

Portable toilet

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 Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Tents for hire Toilet block Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

D. of E. 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 No dogs allowed No pets allowed

Themes

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

Utilities

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

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby

Type

Pub campground Small (11-25 sites)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Surf school nearby Watersports nearby

Location

The Crown Inn and Campsite

Llanfihangel Glyn Myfyr

Conwy

Wales

LL21 9UL

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)

GPS

53.03177°N
3.50484°W

Nearest transport

Coach
23.4 km Parade Street 2
29.1 km Alma Road
29.2 km Crossroads Stores
Rail
20.9 km Betws-y-Coed Rail Station
22.8 km Llanrwst Rail Station
23.5 km North Llanrwst Rail Station

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

There's plenty to do hereabouts, whether you're inclined to go off gallivanting through the hills of Snowdonia National Park (from 15 minutes' drive), boating on Bala lake (20 minutes) or heading out to see cool castles like the one at Conwy (45 minutes). The village of Llanfihangel Glyn Myfyr is in a central location in North Wales, so both the north and west coasts of the country are within an hour's drive too. If you've got kids or teens to keep entertained, popular options to keep them busy include Go Below Underground Adventures (20 minutes), a caving outfit based in Betws-y-Coed, the woodland rides and activities at Zip World Fforest (25 minutes) or taking a trip to see the many species of animals and birds at the Welsh Mountain Zoo (50 minutes). For something silent and serene instead, take a soothing stroll around the grounds of Clocaenog Forest (five minutes; free parking available at Bod Petryal car park), keep your eyes and ears peeled for osprey at Llyn Brenig (15 minutes) or appreciate the horticultural offerings on display at Caerau Gardens (25 minutes).

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Abergele (Pensarn) 30 km Sea N/AN/AGoodGood
Marine Lake, Rhyl 31.3 km Sea N/AN/AGoodGood
Kinmel Bay (Sandy Cove) 31.3 km Sea N/AGoodGoodGood
Rhyl East 32.7 km Sea GoodGoodGoodGood
Colwyn Bay Porth Eirias 32.9 km Sea ExcellentExcellentN/AN/A

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Bodelwyddan Castle 25.5 km

Rhuddlan Castle 28.8 km

Bodnant Garden 29.9 km

Conwy Castle 35 km

National Trust - Aberconwy House 35.1 km

National Trust

Ty^ Mawr Wybrnant 22.7 km

Chirk Castle 29.7 km

Bodnant Garden 29.9 km

Aberconwy House 35.1 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

The Clwydian Way (7): Pentre - Cyffylliog 3.9 km

The Llyn Brenig Circuit 5.9 km

Llyn Brenig and the Clywedog Reservoir 8.1 km

The Clwydian Way (6): Corwen - Pentre 10.5 km

The Clwydian Way (8): Cyffylliog - Trefnant 10.8 km

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 campgrounds

Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable campgrounds.

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does The Crown Inn and Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is The Crown Inn and Campsite dog friendly? No View all features
  • What attractions are near The Crown Inn and Campsite? There's plenty to do hereabouts, whether you're inclined to go off gallivanting through the hills of Snowdonia National Park (from 15 minutes' drive), boating on Bala lake (20 minutes) or heading out … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of The Crown Inn and Campsite?
    Camping and caravan
    Arrive:  2 p.m. –  9 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
    On-site accommodation
    Arrive:  2 p.m. –  10 p.m.
    Depart by:  10 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at The Crown Inn and Campsite? From $25.63 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.