Heritage Coast Campsite

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Hot welsh breakfast baps made freshly to order
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Breakfast baps made with local produce
Well-behaved dogs welcome but must be kept on leads while on the site
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Hot welsh breakfast baps made freshly to order
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Breakfast baps made with local produce

  • Spacious and peaceful adults-only site with Bristol Channel views
  • Cwm Nash Beach 15 minutes’ walk; Llantwit Major 10 minutes’ drive
  • On-site bar with a weekend breakfast service; pub five minutes’ walk
Piches with coastal views, a short stroll from the beach and an even shorter one to an award-winning pub should always get your holiday vote… add in that Heritage Coast Campsite is adults-only and dog friendly, and you’ll likely hail the site as a winner. Based in Cowbridge, Glamorgan, and 15 minutes’ walk from Cwm Nash Beach along the Glamorgan Heritage Coast, the site is served by Teddy’s, a welcoming spot with a well-stocked bar, a log fire to cosy up around in colder weather and a patio for evening drinks and snacks in summer. You can eat breakfast there on Saturday and Sunday – local produce is used in the cooking, while vegetarian options and decent coffees are also available. Should you need sightseeing inspo, there’s tourist information in there too. Otherwise, you have pubs serving supper in Monknash (10 minutes’ walk) and Wick (10 minutes’ drive), and live music in the local pub (five minutes' walk) at the weekend. There’s a small shop in Monknash plus supermarkets in Llantwit Major (10 minutes’ drive), where you can buy barbecue goodies to cook on firepits rented from the site; kiln-dried logs can be bought too. As well as disabled facilities, a utility room and a freezer, on-site amenities include two blocks, each with toilets, showers (there’s a small charge), sinks and a hand dryer, plus a hairdryer in the ladies’ block. Take time at dusk to listen for hooting owls and watch the sunsets from your pitch: Heritage Coast Campsite is in a wildlife haven too…

Site type

Tent pitches 30
Lodges, cabins, pods or huts 2
Motorhome pitches 30
Open now
Opens 1 April

Tourist board rating

Please note
  • 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).
  • Group bookings of 7 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
  • No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • Guests under the age of 18 are not allowed on site.
  • The site caters for families (immediate members) and couples only - bookings from all other forms of groups are not accepted.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Tue, 1 Apr to

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Accommodation

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2 adults
0 children

Reviews

9.3

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Peaceful

95% would recommend this site to a friend

92% would stay here again

What customers say

Grand spot for adults, spotless and welcoming. Great for coast walks and beach. Lovely staff and owner, decent facilities and a handy bar/cafe. Mostly peaceful, but pitches can be close in busy times. Highly recommended, most would go back.

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Kevin O.

Brook Paddock non-electric grass tent, campervan or trailer tent pitch

Liked I thoroughly enjoyed my weekend here from the warm welcome as I arrived to my packing away my tent just before the rain started! It is a lovely spot with some really nice touches, such as when they pick up your recycling each day and deliver the fire pit and logs to your pitch.
I will definitely be returning as soon as possible.

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Amazing site and amazing hosts. They made us all feel welcome!

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Shane M.

Electric grass tent or motorhome pitch

Liked This is by far one of my favourite hidden gem campsites. It's quiet 1 mile from the beach. Dog friendly. Clean facilities. Amazing hosts. Brilliant breakfast roll (weekends only) lovely little bar. Great views! No kids.
So we have now stayed here twice and are returning again (weather permitted). The site is well kept and it is such a lovely site. The Hosts are amazing they make you feel part of their family. They adore (well behaved dogs and owners). Our Dog Quinn knows exactly when we are close to the site as he starts getting excited. The hard part is trying to get him to come home.

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We really enjoyed our stay. Already excited for our next one.

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Sarah W.

Brook Paddock non-electric grass tent, campervan or trailer tent pitch

Liked Beautiful location for walks.
Quiet and friendly campsite.
Great bar onsite.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Lovely campsite, with super friendly hosts!…

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Anonymous

Non-electric grass tent, campervan or trailer tent pitch

Liked Lovely campsite, with super friendly hosts! Really nice to have a bar open all day and a pub just a short walk away. Great views and good stargazing too, would recommend!

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thank you for your kind comments, hope to see you again soon.
Philippa Glyn and Team

Lovely friendly site which also does yummy breakfast rolls.

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Karin S.

Brook Paddock non-electric grass tent, campervan or trailer tent pitch

Liked Spacious clean plots, very friendly staff.

Disliked No little stool or bench to put shoes or toiletries bag on in the shower cubicles.

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Would visit again.

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Anonymous

Brook Paddock non-electric grass tent, campervan or trailer tent pitch

Liked Clean facilities. Friendly welcome. Beautiful, peaceful location and well kept site. WiFi available at cafe/bar area.

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thank you, pleased to hear you enjoyed your visit and hope to see you in the future.
Philippa Glyn and Team

Can't wait to go back

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Geoff B.

Brook Paddock non-electric grass tent, campervan or trailer tent pitch

Liked Stunning views and fantastic hospitality. Immaculate facilities and a short walk to a proper country pub

Disliked Nothing

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From the manager: Thank you, lovely to meet you and hope to see you again soon philippa, Glyn and Team

Loved it

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Karon G.

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Liked Everything! This was the best campsite we’ve ever stayed in. Very peaceful, friendly and helpful owners, lovely views, cute bar. We had a brilliant emplacement which helped as the wifi is a bit iffy!

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From the manager: Thank you for your kind comment we are pleased to hear you enjoyed your visit, hope to see you again soon.

well kept campsite in a great location

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Nerys W.

Electric grass tent or motorhome pitch

Liked We liked the location, on the bus route and not far from a stunning beach. Great cafe on site and nice to grab a beer after walking

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thank you, delighted to hear you enjoyed your visit and hope to see you again soon.
Philippa, Glyn and Team

We will be back.

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Simone D.

Brook Paddock non-electric grass tent, campervan or trailer tent pitch

Liked Everything, it peaceful and beautiful scenery. Adults only was great! Bar was reasonably prices and everyone was so friendly. Breakfast was 10/10! If you have cash on you, you can order Chinese/Indian! Always nice and clean facilities! WiFi & signal is only by reception. We will definitely be returning.

Disliked Nothing

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From the manager: Thank you so much for your kind comments, great to hear you enjoyed our campsite and local area. Hope to see you again soon.

Features

Dogs allowed

Adults only

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 pitch/unit 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

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

Rules

Adults only Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Peaceful Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Chemical disposal Communal freezer Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Public transport nearby Shop nearby

Type

Medium (26-50 pitches)

Accessibility

Accessible parking at pitch Bathrooms: Large spacious shower Bathrooms: Large spacious toilet Bathrooms: Step-free access Bathrooms: Wheelchair accessible shower Bathrooms: Wheelchair accessible toilet Bathrooms: Wide doorways (over 30 inches/75cm) Level site, no steep slopes

Nearby leisure

Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby Surf school nearby Watersports nearby

Location

Heritage Coast Campsite

Monknash

Cowbridge

Glamorgan

Wales

CF71 7QQ

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

51.42255°N
3.56043°W

Nearest transport

Coach
12.2 km Sarn Odeon
24.8 km The Parade
24.8 km Bus Station
Rail
5.7 km Llantwit Major Rail Station
9.4 km Bridgend Rail Station
11 km Wildmill Rail Station
Ferry
20.1 km Barry Waterfront Ferry Terminal
24 km Minehead Harbour
26.9 km Channel View Waterbus Stop
Airport
15.6 km Cardiff International Airport
40.6 km Swansea Airport

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

Coastal walks, beaches, museums, castles and outdoor activities are all around locally to get stuck into. If you want to stick to the Glamorgan Heritage Coast, it runs for 14 miles from Porthcawl to Aberthawl and has some highly scenic walks as well as even more scenic horse rides to be had on its beaches. You can also try out one of the local surf schools or go fishing nearby at Wick (10 minutes’ drive) or Penarth Beach (40 minutes). Active types can also try their luck at TeamSport Go Karting Cardiff (55 minutes), show their true colours at Taskforce Paintball Games (20 minutes) and have a few rounds of Welsh golf; there are a couple of courses within half an hour by car. Head for Ogmore (15 minutes) or Fonmon (20 minutes) castles to swot up on some Welsh history, and add to your knowledge with a trip to St Fagans National History Museum in Cardiff (40 minutes). The National Trust’s Dyffryn Gardens (half an hour) make an interesting day out for green-fingered types.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Southerndown 4.1 km Sea ExcellentExcellentExcellentExcellent
Trecco Bay Porthcawl 10.5 km Sea ExcellentExcellentExcellentExcellent
Sandy Bay Porthcawl 11.1 km Sea ExcellentExcellentExcellentExcellent
Rest Bay Porthcawl 13.5 km Sea ExcellentExcellentExcellentExcellent
Cold Knap Barry 18.6 km Sea ExcellentExcellentExcellentExcellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

St Fagans: National History Museum 21.1 km

Castell Coch 25 km

Millennium Stadium 27 km

Cardiff Castle 27.1 km

The Cardiff Story (opens April 1st 2011) 27.3 km

National Trust

Holnicote Estate 24.1 km

Watersmeet 27.8 km

Dunster Working Watermill 28 km

Dunster Castle 28.1 km

Aberdulais Falls 32.3 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

Nash Point - St Donat's - Marcross 2 km

Nash Point - Glamorgan Heritage Coast - Cwm Nash 2 km

Ogmore Down - Dunraven Bay - St Bride's Major 7.4 km

Ogmore - Candleston - Merthyr Mawr 7.4 km

Kenfig Pool - Kenfig Burrows - Sker Beach 15.5 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 Heritage Coast Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Heritage Coast Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Heritage Coast Campsite? Coastal walks, beaches, museums, castles and outdoor activities are all around locally to get stuck into. If you want to stick to the Glamorgan Heritage Coast, it runs for 14 miles from … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Heritage Coast Campsite?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  2 p.m. –  8 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Heritage Coast Campsite? From €73.74 (for 2 nights, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.