Tŷ-Gwyn Campsite

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  • Quiet and simple campsite five minutes' walk from Ynyslas beach
  • Just under two miles from Borth; Aberystwyth 20 minutes' drive
  • Set on a smallholding with views over a nature reserve and an estuary
With a no-frills approach and golden sand five minutes’ stroll away, Tŷ-Gwyn Campsite is certainly worth writing home about. This peaceful, grassy site is set on a traditional smallholding on the coast of West Wales… and it doesn’t hold back on the views either. They include vistas over the Cors Fochno nature reserve, the Dyfi Estuary and the sea. Five minutes' walk from Ynyslas beach and within two miles of the popular seaside village of Borth, it's all about simple camping in a laidback environment here. The facilities, while basic, are good, with toilets, a shower block and washing-up facilities. Waste and recycling facilities are provided too. The site's no-frills design means you'll have plenty of time to set off over the sand dunes of Ynyslas, light up a barbecue (they're allowed on site as long as they're kept well off the grass) or to take your dog for long seaside strolls. One such walk takes the riverside footpath down to the village of Borth to catch the sunset. If the four miles there and back is a bit of a stretch, it's five minutes in the car, or there’s an hourly bus service that’ll sort the journey for you. Once you're in Borth, the village has plenty of handy amenities that may well come in handy, including a railway station, local shops, a fish and chip shop and pubs. That’s not forgetting the Borth Golf Club for those of you who have a good swing. Please note that a railway line runs alongside the site, with trains (with two carriages) running hourly from the early morning to late evening.

Site type

Motorhome pitches 36
Tent pitches 34
Touring caravan pitches 36
Open now
Opens 1 May
Please note

General

  • Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.

Dogs

  • The site does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. XL Bully, Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).

Admission

  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • Train noise may be heard due to hourly services which pass near the site between 5.45am and 11.30pm. A charge of £0.20 per two minutes applies for the use of the shower.

Languages spoken

English

German

Open from Fri, 1 May to

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2 adults
0 children
0 dogs

Reviews

9.1

Overall rating from 367 Pitchup.com customers

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Child friendliness
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Budget/backpackerPeacefulSpectacular scenery

94% would recommend this site to a friend

92% would stay here again

What customers say

A welcoming spot, handy for the beach & good value. Clean facilities, top staff. Basic but sufficient amenities, with a covered washing-up area & charging point. Train noise is a mixed bag – some hear it, some don't mind. Great for families & dogs.

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The location and the owners, we…

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Marieke Z. 1 review

Non-electric hardstanding touring pitch

Liked The location and the owners, we were greeted very friendly and just could find our own spot.
Everything is basic, but well maintained.

Disliked There were only two showers, we did not have to wait long, but there could be a line.

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Melissa S. 3 reviews

Non-electric grass pitch

Liked This has to be the friendliest campsite I have ever stayed at. The guy who runs it is so nice and approachable. It has clean toilets and showers. It even has a charging point for your phones. It's very good value for money and only 5 mins away from the beach. Would definitely stay here again.

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Caroline P. 3 reviews

Non-electric grass pitch

Liked We had the best weekend, been a number of times before. Campsite is clean and tidy, fab addition the pod to charge phones and extra washing facilities. Lovely host and we shall be back again.

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 David B. 2 reviews

Non-electric grass pitch

Liked Very chilled and relaxed atmosphere

Disliked One night with very noisy inconsiderate family in the tent next door

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Can't beat the location, immaculate site,…

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Anonymous

Non-electric grass pitch

Liked Can't beat the location, immaculate site, spotless facilities, guy looking after the site was friendly and chatty (Martin was it? Sorry....) nothing to complain about here.

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Well worth a visit!

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Karen B. 3 reviews

Non-electric grass pitch

Liked Great little campsite, great views, great price, quiet and relaxing site and Martin who manages it was a cheerful, helpful presence. Simple but very clean facilities and plenty of space to pitch up wherever you like. Really enjoyed my few days stay, thankyou. Will definitely be back!

Disliked Nothing! Some who are picky may grumble at the infrequent trains but I never found them a problem and they didn't wake me in the mornings ...it's easy for the mind to block them out!

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Anonymous

Non-electric grass pitch

Liked Everything we needed for an overnight stop. Hot showers, clean and tidy washing up cabin with fridge/freezer and charging sockets. Helpful, friendly host. Great value for money.

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Staff was helpful and kept the…

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Anonymous

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Liked Staff was helpful and kept the site very clean.

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Anonymous

Non-electric grass tent pitch (backpacker, no cars)

Liked Great location near beautiful beach. Relaxed and friendly site. Clean essential amenities. Well looked after. Facilities for charging phones. Would definitely come back.

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Will definitely recommend and return ourselves

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Anonymous

Non-electric grass pitch

Liked Basic, but spotless!
Lovely welcome from gentleman on reception. I personally liked the simplicity of the site, had plenty of room, no squeezing extra tents in to maximise profit, no waiting for shower, no queue for toilets or fresh water.

Disliked My only dislike is of no fault of the owners, but due to our hot summer! The use of open fires and bbqs were understandably not allowed, which was unfortunate as not only did we miss out on s’mores but a midgy deterrent!!!!

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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 Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette 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

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 Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Peaceful Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise

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

Type

Farm Medium (26-50 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Restaurant nearby Surf school nearby Watersports nearby

Location

Tŷ-Gwyn Campsite

Ynys Las

Borth

Ceredigion

Wales

SY24 5LA

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

52.51297°N
4.04885°W

Nearest transport

Coach
10.7 km University Campus Penglais
11.2 km Bus Station
12.9 km Penllwyn PO
Rail
2.4 km Borth Rail Station
3.5 km Aberdovey Rail Station
3.8 km Penhelig Rail Station
Ferry
22.5 km Porth Penrhyn Ferry Landing
22.9 km Barmouth 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

Getting to know this area starts with the local towns. In Aberystwyth (20 minutes’ drive), you could board the Vale of Rheidol Railway to chug around woodlands, or the cliff railway for views of the sea from up high. With escape rooms, an Edwardian theatre and a horse riding centre, there’s plenty of variety. The same can be said for Aberaeron (45 minutes), which joins up with The Coastal Way path and has a lively harbourside that operates wildlife-spotting boat trips. Machynlleth (20 minutes), part of the UNESCO Dyfi Biosphere, is home to local art galleries, antique stores and plenty of eateries to fuel your adventures outwards too. The energy is likely to come in handy for the Devil's Bridge Falls (35 minutes) in the Cambrian Mountains, where the trails take you through a wooded gorge with a waterfall. RSPB Ynys-hir (15 minutes), too, where the walks travel past salt marsh, oak woods and plenty of hiding places for wildlife. Keen to see more animals while on your adventures? The Animalarium (five minutes) is a small zoo with animals that were once held captive, while Dyfi Osprey Project (15 minutes) has a beaver family and ospreys.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Borth 2.5 km Sea ExcellentExcellentExcellentExcellent
Aberdyfi 3.2 km Estuary ExcellentGoodGoodGood
Aberdyfi Rural 4.8 km Sea ExcellentExcellentGoodGood
Tywyn 8.5 km Sea GoodGoodGoodExcellent
Clarach South 9.1 km Sea GoodGoodGoodGood

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Rheilffordd Talyllyn Railway 8.3 km

Vale of Rheidol Railway (Aberystwyth) 11.5 km

MOMA Wales - Y Tabernacl 15.8 km

Llanerchaeron - National Trust 35 km

CADW - Harlech Castle 38.7 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

YNYS-HIR (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 20/04/2000) 8 km

Abergynolwyn - Foel Y Geifr - Abergynolwyn 15.9 km

Esgair Fochnant - Glaslyn - Bugeilyn 20.2 km

Fairbourne to Barmouth 20.4 km

Black Covert Walk 1 - Aberystwyth 20.5 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 Tŷ-Gwyn Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Tŷ-Gwyn Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Tŷ-Gwyn Campsite? Getting to know this area starts with the local towns. In Aberystwyth (20 minutes’ drive), you could board the Vale of Rheidol Railway to chug around woodlands, or the cliff railway for … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Tŷ-Gwyn Campsite?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  11:00 –  18:00
    Depart by:  15:00
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Tŷ-Gwyn Campsite? From €18.72 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.