Candleston Woods












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- Breathe freely in our 100-acre woodland, a short walk from the sand du
Campground type
- 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, 5 Sept to
Site types & availability
Choose your dates and we'll email when available.
See nearby bookable parksUnpowered campervan site
4 people maximum
Ground type: Other
Site size: Max 6m width × 6m depth (36m²)
Arrival daysFrom GBP 30 (GBP 30)
Unpowered forest floor tent site
4 people maximum
Ground type: Forest floor
Site size: Max 5m width × 5m depth (25m²)
Arrival daysFrom GBP 30 (GBP 30)
Bell tent
2 people maximum
Dimensions: 16.4ft width × 16.4ft length
Arrival daysFrom GBP 99 (GBP 99)
Stargazing bell tent
4 people maximum
Arrival daysFrom GBP 165 (GBP 165)
7m bell tent
4 people maximum
Dimensions: 23ft width × 23ft length
Arrival daysFrom GBP 195 (GBP 195)
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Features
Leisure on site
Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Hot tub Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area Sauna TV room Take away Tennis WatersportsAmenities on site
Baby-changing facilities Bath available 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 WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Bush Luxury Peaceful Remote locationUtilities
Charging facilities Dump point Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearbyType
Medium (26-50 sites)Accessibility
Bathrooms: Large spacious shower Bathrooms: Large spacious toilet Bathrooms: Step-free access Bathrooms: Wheelchair accessible shower Bathrooms: Wheelchair accessible toilet Site close to accessible bathrooms Uneven terrain; gravel or loose mudNearby leisure
Leisure/theme park nearby Restaurant nearby Surf school nearby Tennis nearbyLocation
Candleston Woods
Merthyr Mawr
Bridgend
Glamorgan
Wales
CF32 0LS
Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
51.48216°N
3.6254°W
Nearest transport
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
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
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Trecco Bay Porthcawl | 4.2 km | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Southerndown | 4.2 km | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Sandy Bay Porthcawl | 4.8 km | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Rest Bay Porthcawl | 6.9 km | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Aberafan | 18.2 km | Estuary | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Aberdulais Falls 24.3 km
St Fagans: National History Museum 24.4 km
National Waterfront Museum 26.4 km
Castell Coch 26.7 km
Caerphilly Castle 29.8 km
National Trust
Aberdulais Falls 24.3 km
Holnicote Estate 31.1 km
Watersmeet 31.3 km
Dunster Working Watermill 35.7 km
Dunster Castle 35.8 km
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Ogmore - Candleston - Merthyr Mawr 1 km
Ogmore Down - Dunraven Bay - St Bride's Major 1 km
Kenfig Pool - Kenfig Burrows - Sker Beach 8 km
Nash Point - Glamorgan Heritage Coast - Cwm Nash 9.7 km
Nash Point - St Donat's - Marcross 9.8 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.
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Candleston Woods have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Candleston Woods dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Candleston Woods? Merthyr Mawr Sand Dunes Ogmore Castle Candleston Castle Southerndown Ogmore by sea Bridgend town centre Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Candleston Woods?
Camping and caravan Arrive: noon – 5 p.m. Depart by: 10 a.m. On-site accommodation Arrive: noon – 5 p.m. Depart by: 10 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Candleston Woods? From $62.08 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.