Aber Camping

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  • Peaceful adults-only Ceredigion site in the Melindwr Valley
  • A 15-minute drive to Aberystwyth and Devil's Bridge Falls
  • Easy access from the A44; pub 10 minutes' walk away
Ceredigion’s coast and countryside alike will be yours for the taking when you stay at Aber Camping – this adults-only site welcomes guests aged 16 and over to a peaceful spot in the Melindwr Valley, about 15 minutes’ drive from Aberystwyth. Gorgeous rural life is all around you here – there are sheep and cows in the neighbouring fields, and you’ll often spot red kites, buzzards and other birds of prey flying overhead or landing nearby (wildlife photographers, don’t forget your kit…) Unobscured views of the surroundings also mean that this site is a great place to sit and simply take in the landscape on a relaxed break. And if you need a little more activity? Well, there’s plenty of that around too, whether you stay inland for hikes and mountain bike trails or head west to the coast for seaside walks, surfing, swimming and watersports (and perhaps the chance to spot the porpoises and dolphins that live in Cardigan Bay). This is an excellent location for 4x4 and off-road adventures. There are many trails nearby and guided tours are available at an additional cost. Ask ahead and you may be able to organise lifts to and from the train/bus station, or to local attractions – most handy for folk travelling without a car. It's also worth noting that the village hosts an annual festival at the beginning of July. Action-packed break or chillout time on the cards – either way, you’ll no doubt appreciate the effort that’s gone into setting up the facilities on site. Guests will have access to modern, clean toilets and showers (with ladies’ and gents’ sections), an enclosed washing-up area and a small shop for essentials. For more extensive stocking up there are plenty of shops in Aberystwyth, as well as places to eat and drink. Your closest pub, however, is a mere 10-minute walk away – a welcome site at the end of a long and active day…

Site type

Caravans for hire 1
Motorhome sites 4
Tent sites 4
Open now
Opens 28 March

Tourist board rating

Please note
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • A charge of £1.00 ($2.25) applies for the use of the shower.
  • Twin axle vehicles are not permitted on site.
  • Guests under the age of 16 are not allowed on site.
  • No cars/motorbikes by the pitch/unit. All cars must be parked in the designated area.
  • Reception is unmanned after 5 p.m.. Please inform the campground while on your way there should you expect to arrive after this time so that the team can provide information about your unit/site.
  • Units longer than 5m metres are not allowed.
  • Units heavier than 2800 Kilogrammes are not allowed.
  • Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the campground/park are unlit.
  • No electric barbecues allowed.
  • If reception is closed on arrival: please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.
  • The charging of electric vehicles is not permitted on site.
  • The maximum gazebo size allowed is 3m x 3m.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Fri, 28 Mar to

Pitch types & availability

Accommodation

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Reviews

9.2

Overall rating from 98 Pitchup.com customers

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Customer service
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Child friendliness
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Cleanliness
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Wifi
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Peaceful

92% would recommend this site to a friend

92% would stay here again

What customers say

Stunning valley views and a quiet, adult-only vibe. Guests loved the friendly owner, Andre. Facilities are clean and adequate, with hot showers. Some found access roads a bit tight and pitches occasionally muddy, but it's perfect for a peaceful nature escape.

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Small camping People were really nice Everything was clean Good location :…

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Romane B.

Top Field unpowered grass and earth tent or trailer tent site

Liked Small camping
People were really nice
Everything was clean
Good location : the pub next to the camping was ideal
The owner was really nice and friendly
We only stayed one night but it was perfect !

Recommend to friends Visit again

Simple, easy going site in a beautiful location.…

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James P.

Top Field unpowered grass and earth tent or trailer tent site

Liked Simple, easy going site in a beautiful location.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Friendly owners.

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Cliff P.

Top Field powered grass and earth tent or motorhome site

Liked Nice quiet peaceful place, a little struggle to get there as roads were really narrow. Toilets and showers were okay. The pub food was exceptional.

Disliked No chemical toilet disposal, narrow roads.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Beautiful and peaceful.

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Audrey H.

Top Field unpowered grass and earth tent or trailer tent site

Liked Friendly and helpful, Andre was a perfect host. An absolutely beautiful setting, and not too many pitches. Close to many places that we wanted to visit. Hot water for washing up. Hot showers. A reasonably priced shop.

Recommend to friends Visit again

very good campsite and value for money; very peaceful; hot shower!

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Daniel G.

Top Field unpowered grass and earth tent or trailer tent site

Liked lovely setting, very peaceful and scenic

Disliked nothing

Recommend to friends Visit again

Would stay again for a peaceful break away from the daily grind.

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Fiona E.

Top Field powered grass and earth tent or motorhome site

Liked The site is small, quiet and well maintained, facilities were clean. The host was very friendly and helpful with advice about the local area.

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: What a delight to meet you both. Glad you had a special relaxing time with us. You are welcome back anytime. Kind regards
Andre

Peace & Quiet only broken by the dawn chorus

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7 out of 10
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Phil E.

Top Field powered grass and earth tent or motorhome site

Liked What a gorgeous site, it was so quiet and peaceful with only the sound of birds and sheep. The facilities were more than adequate with clean showers and toilets and a good washing up area. I woke at 4:40am to use the facilities and the cacophony of the dawn chorus was an unexpected delight. It was as if a thousand birds had descended on the valley. Glorious!!!

Recommend to friends Visit again

Beautiful site

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Charlotte G.

Top Field powered grass and earth tent or motorhome site

Liked Beautiful little site with everything needed for a great weekend! The little shop onsite is fantastic and well worth a visit. All facilities were clean and we were made to feel so welcome by the owners. Lovely place and would definitely stay again.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Had a lovely time staying here, with the rolling views and fresh air ♡

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Phil J.

Top Field powered grass and earth tent or motorhome site

Liked Beautiful area, awesome owners

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Great photos and was a pleasure to meet you both. Welcome back anytime. Kind regards
Andre

Basic site, adequate only.

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7 out of 10
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Accommodation
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Customer service
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Gordon G.

Top Field powered grass and earth tent or motorhome site

Liked Friendly owner

Disliked No waste disposal, uneven ground, extra for shower.

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Hi Gordon. Thanks for the review. It does clearly state on pitchup it’s £1 for showers and we don’t have campervan/Motorhome waste disposal. The pitch that you chose is slightly uneven however it is a grass and earth pitch and 3 others with electric hook up were available. Look forward to seeing you again. Kind regards. Andre

Features

No dogs allowed

Adults only

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 Watersports

Amenities on site

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 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

Adults only Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed No dogs allowed No pets allowed

Camping 2.0

Jumbo tent sites

Themes

Budget/backpacker Bush Lake and/or mountain Leave the car at home Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wildlife haven

Utilities

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

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Public transport nearby

Type

Farm Tiny (1-10 sites)

Accessibility

Bathrooms: Large spacious shower Bathrooms: Large spacious toilet Level campground, no steep slopes

Nearby 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 nearby

Location

Aber Camping

Sunnyside Villa

Old Goginan

Aberystwyth

Ceredigion

Wales

SY23 3PD

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

52.417°N
3.92809°W

Nearest transport

Coach
4 km Penllwyn PO
4 km Penllwyn PO
9.4 km University Campus Penglais
Rail
10.5 km Aberystwyth Rail Station
11.7 km Borth Rail Station
16.1 km Penhelig Rail Station
Ferry
34.2 km Porth Penrhyn Ferry Landing
34.6 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

You’re bound to end up in Aberystwyth (15 minutes’ drive) sooner or later – it’s not just a place for practicalities but also a great spot for a day out, spending time on the beach, trying out various watersports, riding the cliff railway up to the camera obscura or visiting the National Library of Wales and the ruins of Aberystwyth Castle. Aberystwyth is also the starting point for the Vale of Rheidol Railway, which provides steam-powered trips to the stunning Devil’s Bridge Falls. If you’d rather head straight to the falls, it’s about a 15-minute drive. While you’re inland, stop by at the red kite feeding station at Bwlch Nant yr Arian Forest (five minutes) or head underground at Silver Mountain Experience (10 minutes). And then? Maybe back to the coast for a day at Borth (20 minutes), further inland to the hikes of Elan Valley (45 minutes) or north for an educational day at the Centre for Alternative Technology (45 minutes)?

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Clarach South 10.4 km Sea GoodGoodGoodGood
Aberystwyth North 10.7 km Sea ExcellentGoodExcellentExcellent
Aberystwyth South 11 km Sea GoodGoodGoodGood
Borth 11.9 km Sea ExcellentExcellentExcellentExcellent
Aberdyfi 16.3 km Estuary ExcellentGoodGoodGood

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Vale of Rheidol Railway (Aberystwyth) 10.4 km

MOMA Wales - Y Tabernacl 20 km

Rheilffordd Talyllyn Railway 21.5 km

Llanerchaeron - National Trust 30.1 km

Dolaucothi Gold Mines - National Trust 41.4 km

National Trust

Dolaucothi Gold Mines 41.4 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

Black Covert Walk 1 - Aberystwyth 9.1 km

Black Covert Walk 2 9.1 km

The Arch Car Park - Pen lan fawr - The Arch Car Park 9.7 km

YNYS-HIR (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 20/04/2000) 14.2 km

Esgair Fochnant - Glaslyn - Bugeilyn 18.8 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.

Nearest sites

Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable sites.

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Aber Camping have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Aber Camping dog friendly? No View all features
  • What attractions are near Aber Camping? You’re bound to end up in Aberystwyth (15 minutes’ drive) sooner or later – it’s not just a place for practicalities but also a great spot for a day out, spending time … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Aber Camping?
    Camping and caravan
    Arrive:  noon –  9 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
    On-site accommodation
    Arrive:  2 p.m. –  9 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Aber Camping? From $45.09 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.