Tyn Cornel Camping
View prices & book- Friendly and relaxed riverside campsite
- On the banks of the River Tryweryn in Snowdonia National Park
- A short drive to Bala Lake
Site type
Tourist board rating
- Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
- The site does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
- Group bookings of 2 or more units (e.g. tent, touring caravan, motorhome or accommodation hire) travelling together are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
- Group bookings of 2 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
- Single-sex bookings of 3 or more people (couples and immediate family members excepted) are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
- No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- Dogs are not allowed if you are staying in the accommodation units.
- If making a fire, the fuel, logs and coal have to be purchased on site.
- Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the site are unlit.
- Please kindly note that campfires are only allowed in the firepits provided, using wood purchased on site. The firepits are free to hire, with a returnable deposit of £50, and should be requested in advance if possible. Firepit hire is not guaranteed as there is a limited number on site. Fires are only allowed in the non-electric field.
Languages spoken
English
Welsh
Open from Fri, 22 Mar to
Pitch types & availability
Electric grass pitch
6 people maximum Wifi at the unit/pitch Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 8.0m width x 5.0m depth (26.2ft width x 16.4ft depth) Calculated area: 40.0m² (430.6ft²)
Arrival daysFrom £34 1 night, 2 adults
View prices & bookElectric hardstanding touring pitch
6 people maximum Wifi at the unit/pitch Ground type: Hardstanding
Pitch size: Max 6.0m width x 7.0m depth (19.7ft width x 23.0ft depth) Calculated area: 42.0m² (452.1ft²)
Arrival daysFrom £34 1 night, 2 adults
View prices & bookRiverside Pod camping pod
4 people maximum No dogs allowed Arrival daysFrom £70 1 night, 2 adults
View prices & bookStargazing Geodome geodesic dome
4 people maximum No dogs allowed Arrival daysFrom £100 1 night, 2 adults
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Reviews
Voted 73% of visitors View breakdown
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Only showing reviews for the last 30 months.
Excellent site staff very friendly
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Liked: Lovely quiet site, pitch was big. Staff were so friendly and helpful. Had a wood fired pizza from a guy who comes at the weekend (just Saturdays but not sure) that was amazing. Loved the milk vending machine that does milkshakes etc. there is a coffee machine and ice cream vending machine which we thought was great. Toilets and showers very clean and there is a communal fridge and freezer.
Disliked: Lots of midges but that can’t be helped. Nothing else.
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Liked: Well maintained site,good facilities and very helpful staff.
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Very clean facilities. Awesome location.
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Liked: Space, layout and the overall feel.
Disliked: Felt a little on the expensive side but I've not compared locally. Paid extra for one child and extra for 2 dogs. Not sure if that's normal.
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Friendly staff, with excellent facilities and roomy level pitches
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Liked: Very welcoming at reception. Lovely scenic area with a soothing running river next to it. Facilities were without any flaws.
Disliked: There were a lot of small flies. If we had known how disruptive they were going to be we would have purchased a campfire. However, that is nature and some things are just out of our control.
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Location, milk and coffee machines Little camp shop on site. Staff were…
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Liked: Location, milk and coffee machines Little camp shop on site. Staff were very friendly
Disliked: Unfortunately due to the time of year the midgies were wild.
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Toilet and washing facilities were ok. There is a walk nearby.…
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Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch
Liked: Toilet and washing facilities were ok. There is a walk nearby.
Disliked: Not much to do for the kids or even much place for them to run around. Customer service was poor - lady at reception not very helpful in finding a fire pit but more than willing to tell another group that our BBQ placed 2 meters from our tent was “abandoned” for weeks (we have only been there 2 days) and they are welcome to it… Loads of midges about as well. Advertise as having WiFi but it barely works.
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From the manager: Hello Kacper We are sorry you were unhappy during your stay. There is a playing field for children to run around in on the site and a play area at The White Water Centre only a 5 minute walk away. Fire pits are limited and we certainly wouldn't have offered yours away so maybe this was a miss communication. We pride ourselves in having friendly staff with good customer service. The midges are unfortunately out of our control. You stayed in the traditional camping field which the Wi-Fi doesn't reach to. The WiFi can be slow due to the amount of people that connect to it - this is why it is free.
Good price, family friendly, nice size. Will visit again
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Liked: Showers were lovely and clean, lots of hot water. Toilet facilities centrally located. Staff friendly and site is well maintained.
Disliked: The bridge!!!! Arrgghhh the bridge entering the site is narrow! Yes you can fit a 8 m long caravan through but go slow and take it wide ! Midgies at night were very annoying so take big spray. Other than that no dislikes
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Great site, would return and recommend.
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Liked: Really lovely laid back site, with super clean facilities and friendly helpful staff. Great access to local towns and attractions and absolutely beautiful setting right on the river. Spent about a zillion pounds on milkshake, because the kids loved the novelty and it was absolutely delicious.
Disliked: Eaten half alive by midgies, which was no great surprise - but be sure to invest in decent repellent. The site shop sells citronella incense and tea lights which was really handy.
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Amazing campsite in a stunning location
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Liked: Very clean facilities. Very friendly staff. Beautiful location. Reasonable rates
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Would most likely go back but maybe not in mozzy season lol
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Liked: Our pitch backed onto the river which I thought was absolutely beautiful and looked very picturesque. The staff were lovely, Friendly & approachable. The fresh farm milk that was available from the vending machine was a great idea and tasted great. Nice to be able to get an ice cream treat on a Saturday night from the vending machine too albeit a tad expensive. We were on placed just as you drive in opposite reception which at first I was worried about thinking it would be really disruptive but it wasn't bad at all, it was actually really convenient. I was surprised at there only being 3 showers and not so many toilets in the ladies given the size of the site - perhaps this is something that needs be looked into? The pitches are rather close together once it starts filling up, but it didn't cause us too much of an issue being in a van, but I could understand it being a different story if we were in a tent.
Disliked: There is literally nothing around you for miles and miles and MILES!! Some people might like this (?) however, If you need something from the shop, or to go get some beers etc you have to literally go on a trip out. There isn't even a local pub 😆. When we arrived it was going dusk and OMG it was attack of the mozzy's from the moment we got out to set up the awning, they was literally swarms of them and they were relentless. I obviously know that this is not the fault of the site at all, it's nature, but if you are planning to stay here then just be aware that it is IMPOSSIBLE to sit outside of a night and enjoy a drink or anything - tried it twice and gave up. Tried a fire, tried the citronella candles, spray, everything, these little belters are a different breed lol!!!
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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 WatersportsAmenities on site
Bath available Car parking by pitch/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
D. of E. 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
Lake and/or mountain Luxury Peaceful Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Shop nearbyType
Large (51-200 pitches)Accessibility
Disabled facilitiesNearby 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 nearbyTouring and motorhomes
Motorhome service point Seasonal pitches Tourer storage facilitiesLocation
Tyn Cornel Camping
Frongoch
Bala
Gwynedd
Wales
LL23 7NU
Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
52.94541°N
-3.64476°W
Route directions
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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Harlech | 33.8 km | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Llandanwg | 34.8 km | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Craig Du Beach Central | 36 km | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Tal-Y-Bont | 36.9 km | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Dyffryn (Llanendwyn) | 37.1 km | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Portmeirion Gardens 30.6 km
Ffestiniog Railway 32.4 km
CADW - Harlech Castle 32.6 km
Welsh Highland Railway (Porthmadog) 32.8 km
Bodnant Garden 33.7 km
National Trust
Ty^ Mawr Wybrnant 17.8 km
Bodnant Garden 33.7 km
Chirk Castle 37.2 km
Aberconwy House 39.2 km
Plas Newydd Country House and Gardens 48.1 km
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Carnedd y Filiast 3.8 km
Arenig Fawr Circular 6.5 km
Llandrillo and the Berwyns from the West 14.2 km
The Clwydian Way (7): Pentre - Cyffylliog 15.1 km
The Llyn Brenig Circuit 16.4 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 sites
Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable sites.
Want to know more about camping in Gwynedd?
- Does Tyn Cornel Camping have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Tyn Cornel Camping dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Tyn Cornel Camping? Tyn Cornel Camping is in prime position for exploring Snowdonia National Park, whether you're after an active holiday in north Wales or want to chill in spectacular surroundings with occasional trips out … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Tyn Cornel Camping?
Camping and touring Arrive: 2 p.m. – 7 p.m. Depart by: noon On-site accommodation Arrive: 3 p.m. – 7 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. Check-in can be until 8pm on Fridays and Saturdays.
Read more - How much does it cost to stay at Tyn Cornel Camping? From €40.26 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.