Tan Aeldroch Farm

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View of the campsite from the walking trail above
View of the campsite from the walking trail above
Tent field photo
Golden hour on site
Lledr valley vistas
Set on a 42-acre sheep farm
Just off the a470
Green gwynedd countryside
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Tent field photo
Golden hour on site
Lledr valley vistas

  • Peaceful Snowdonia site bordered by woodland and a river
  • A 20-minute drive from Capel Curig and half an hour from Conwy
  • Set on a 42-acre sheep farm; campfires allowed and logs sold on site
Hoping for some holidays close to the high Welsh peaks? Tan Aeldroch Farm is a sprawling Welsh sheep farm with green Gwynedd views right across Snowdonia National Park. This 42-acre site has a wild feel to it, although the grounds are always well maintained (courtesy of the flocks of live-in lawnmowers that you'll be sharing with). Bordered by the river Lledr on one side and woodland on the other, the farm has plenty of secluded spots, trees to climb and rocks to clamber over. Handily, though, it's within a couple of hundred yards of the A470, opening up many options for off-site jaunts (including trips to the sea, about half an hour's drive away). The farm's eco-conscious owners have been working to restore the natural balance of this part of the valley since 2003 – help them up by making sure that you leave no trace when settling down here. The facilities at Tan Aeldroch Farm are basic, but you can count on flushing loos and a standpipe. Getting chilly in the evening? Make your own heat by setting up a fire in one of the designated firepits (please bring your own wood). To keep things as peaceful as possible, don't use radios or stereos if hanging by at the pitches, ta. The nearest bar and food shop are in Dolwyddelan, a couple of villages down the main road (five minutes' drive). You can also catch a train here if arriving without a car and book a taxi to the site. The owners are present at the site during weekends, but may not be available midweek.

Site type

RV sites 20
Travel trailer sites 20
Tent sites 19
Mobile homes for rent 1
Open all year
Opens
Please note
  • At least one of the party members must be aged 14 or over.
  • This is a quiet park: no music is allowed.
  • If making a fire, the fuel, logs and coal have to be purchased on site.
  • Fires can only be lit in the designated areas. Extreme cold weather may affect water supply and closure of the facilities

Languages spoken

English

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Reviews

9.1

Overall rating from 296 Pitchup.com customers

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Peaceful

95% would recommend this site to a friend

94% would stay here again

What customers say

This lovely, quiet campsite is nestled in a gorgeous natural setting by a river. Campers enjoyed the simple, back-to-basics vibe, plenty of space, fire pits, and the owners' warm welcome. It's a perfect spot for seeing local sights. While washrooms were mostly clean, some thought showers and dishwashing areas could be better. Midges and a bit of damp ground were minor points.

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 Andrew E. 1 review

Primitive cement/asphalt and grass campsite

Liked Quiet
Scenery
Spacious pitches
Fire pits

Disliked Showers hit and miss for temperature
Bin location

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Anonymous

Primitive cement/asphalt and grass campsite

Liked Beautiful scenery.

Disliked Nothing to dislike!

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An excellent site, peaceful with stunning…

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 nicholas b. 7 reviews

Primitive cement/asphalt and grass campsite

Liked An excellent site, peaceful with stunning views surrounding the site.

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I had a lovely stay and…

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 Issy🤍 e. 1 review

Primitive cement/asphalt and grass campsite

Liked I had a lovely stay and really enjoyed the peacefulness of the area. It was the perfect place to relax and unwind. Everything was clean and comfortable, and I would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a quiet getaway. I would happily visit again in the future.

Disliked The only downside to my stay was that the shower area wasn’t as clean as I would have expected, and the shower temperature kept changing from hot to cold, which was a little frustrating. Other than that, I had a lovely experience and really enjoyed the peaceful atmosphere.

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Beautiful views, great facilities and friendly staff

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 Harley S. 3 reviews

Primitive cement/asphalt and grass campsite

Liked This is one of the most breathtakingly beautiful campsites I’ve ever stayed at, this was my second time at this site and it was just as wonderful as the first. We pitched on the river bank and fell asleep to the sound of the water, in the morning we woke to the view of sheep wandering the field which was magical. The facilities are clean and always stocked, fresh drinking water on site and fire pits is an added bonus. We will be back again next year.

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Excellent campsite!

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 Lauren 1 review

Primitive cement/asphalt and grass campsite

Liked Absolutely loved the location, the campsite was gorgeous and peaceful! 10/10 we will be back when we tackle Snowdon again!! Perfect little drive out, really peaceful! The toilet block and shower area were clean and ideal! Nice that they have wood and firepits available. Would recommend arriving early to get a spot next to the river, we missed out as we arrive at 4pm.

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ahmad n. 2 reviews

Primitive cement/asphalt and grass campsite

Liked Great

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Pretty site but not for us due to snout of tiny flies.

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Michelle M. 5 reviews

Primitive cement/asphalt and grass campsite

Liked Pretty sight for a good price. Beautiful little river running through. Laid back site although not music allowed but that was quite nice.

Disliked Hundreds of small flies in the evening. Try don’t bite but there were so many of them we had to call it a nightly early. This would it us off staying again.

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Ethan D. 1 review

Primitive cement/asphalt and grass campsite

Liked Nice calm and peaceful area with friendly owners

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It's a lovely part of the…

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Chris S. 1 review

Primitive cement/asphalt and grass campsite

Liked It's a lovely part of the world and always a quite place to stay. Will be back again next year.

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Features

Portable toilet

Dogs allowed

Campfires allowed

Leisure on park

Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Playground Recreation room/arcade TV room Takeout Tennis Watersports

Amenities on park

Bath available Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Free wifi Grocery store Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundromat Parent & baby washroom Payphone Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Restrooms Shower available Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Rallies welcome Scouts welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue grills allowed Barbecue provided Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Forest Hikers’ paradise Lake and/or mountain Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Dump station Electric car charging point(s) Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Public transportation nearby

Type

Farm Small (11-25 sites)

Accessibility

Accessible parking at site

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horseback riding nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Surf school nearby Watersports nearby

Touring and motorhomes

Water hook-up points for caravans

Location

Tan Aeldroch Farm

Dolwyddelan

Gwynedd

Wales

LL25 0LZ

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

53.06797°N
3.83604°W

Route directions

Do not follow satnav directions. From the A5, follow the A470 towards Dolwyddellan. Pass under the railway, turning left after 0.6 miles.

Nearest transport

Coach
24.2 km Station
24.2 km Station
25 km Market Square
Rail
1.8 km Pont-y-Pant Rail Station
3.6 km Betws-y-Coed Rail Station
3.7 km Dolwyddelan Rail Station
Ferry
41.4 km Barmouth Ferry Landing
41.8 km Porth Penrhyn 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

Coming here to conquer Snowdon? Pen-Y-Pass car park is about half an hour's drive if you're ascending on foot, while the Llanberis station where you can pick up the Snowdon Mountain Railway is also well within range (35 minutes). Make sure to pack sensible clothing if heading out for a hike – any shorts and t-shirts you've brought along can be put to good use on the beach at Llandudno or Colwyn Bay (both 35 minutes). Up for a trip on the longest zipline this side of the equator? Then make for Zip World Fforest (10 minutes' drive), where there's also a kilometre-long rollercoaster that twists downhill through the trees. More adrenaline-fuelled action is to be had at Capel Curig (20 minutes), a peaceful mountain village that's home to the Plas-y-Brenin National Outdoor Centre. Something more sedate? Steer clear of hair-raising Snowdonia activities and instead head for gentler walks at Bodnant Garden (25 minutes) or Conwy Castle (30 minutes).

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Penmaenmawr 23.6 km Sea GoodExcellentExcellentExcellent
Llanfairfechan 23.7 km Sea ExcellentExcellentExcellentExcellent
Colwyn Bay Porth Eirias 26.8 km Sea ExcellentExcellentN/AN/A
Colwyn Bay 27.3 km Sea ExcellentExcellentExcellentExcellent
Llandudno West Shore 27.8 km Estuary ExcellentExcellentExcellentExcellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Bodnant Garden 18.6 km

National Slate Museum 19.6 km

Snowdon Mountain Railway 19.6 km

Penrhyn Castle 21.4 km

Conwy Castle 23.5 km

National Trust

Ty^ Mawr Wybrnant 1.7 km

Bodnant Garden 18.6 km

Aberconwy House 23.6 km

Plas Newydd Country House and Gardens 29.9 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

Betws-y-Coed and Llyn Elsi 3.6 km

Betws-y-Coed and the Gwydyr Forest 3.6 km

Dolwyddelan Railway Station - Betws-y-coed 3.7 km

Dolwyddelan and the Castle 3.8 km

Dolwyddelan and the Lledr Gorge 3.8 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 Tan Aeldroch Farm have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Tan Aeldroch Farm dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Tan Aeldroch Farm? Coming here to conquer Snowdon? Pen-Y-Pass car park is about half an hour's drive if you're ascending on foot, while the Llanberis station where you can pick up the Snowdon Mountain Railway … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Tan Aeldroch Farm?
    RV, travel trailer and tent sites
    Arrive:  8 a.m. –  8:30 p.m.
    Depart by:  noon
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Tan Aeldroch Farm? From $47.07 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.