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Fully-serviced grass motorhome site
From £30 (£30)
Adults only 
4 people maximum 
8.8/10
20 reviews Additional units require additional pitches - quick book via 'Make another booking like this' after making your booking.
Pitch size
Max 7m width × 5m depth (35m²)
Ground type
Grass
Twin-axle vehicles accepted
Suitable for
Campervan, Motorhome
Features
Electric: 16 amp included Bring an awning 1 included, 1 max. Car 1 included, 1 max. Dog(s) allowed unlimited included, unlimited max. Car parking by site/unit Dump point Picnic table Water hook-up Other restrictions
Gazebos not allowed
Pup tents not allowed
Availability
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Based on 1 night, 4 people | |
| 2 adults |
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Pen y Buarth
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Reviews
94% would recommend this site to a friend
81% would stay here again
What customers say
Great for exploring North Wales attractions like Snowdonia, Anglesey, Bangor & Caernarfon. This adult-only site offers a quiet escape with friendly staff, clean, basic facilities & level pitches. Enjoy farm animals, but note limited loos and washing-up spots.
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Nice grounds and location. Bonus for…
Fully-serviced grass tent or trailer tent site
Liked Nice grounds and location. Bonus for the animals on the site too - no smells either.
Disliked Upkeep of toilet/showers could of been a little better
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Lovely little campsite in great location
Fully-serviced grass motorhome site
Liked I spent 5 nights here ans really enjoyed my stay. It is in great location - 10 minutes drive to Caernarfon, 20 minutes to Llanberis. Sherpa S3 bus stop is 3 minutes walk from campsite - to Rhyd- Ddu it's 40 minutes ride, an hour to Beddgelert, it also goes to Dinorwig Quarry.
Site was very peaceful during night.
Owners were lovely and very approachable. My pitch was level enough to not need ramps.
Facilities are basic, but were kept clean during my stay. Showers were free which was a lovely surprise!
I hope I will be able to come back and stay here in the future!
Disliked These are not dislikes as such, more of observations or feedback for the owners.
When I see fully serviced pitch I expect EHU and at least drinking water tap at my pitch - this is not the case here (maybe my expectations are too high?). There are I think 2 water taps in the field and as mentioned in one of previous reviews as pitches aren't marked out, if someone puts their tent or motorhome in front of the tap it is very akward situation of invading someone else's space to get drinking water. Maybe somehow marking out/ excluding spaces around these taps would be a good idea? (if marking out pitches is not an option)
For me personally the biggest downside was lack of hot water for washing up (however still not bad enough to put me off form coming back in the future) and the fact, that it's just outdoor sink and tap, with no roof/ shelter from the elements. I had a wonderful weather, so it was fine, but couldhave been much more miserable if it was raining.
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A lovely laid back site. Well…
Fully-serviced grass motorhome site
Liked A lovely laid back site. Well serviced with hookup, water, toilet and shower facilities.
Disliked Nothing
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Clean, well maintained and minimalist campsite - excellent location.
Fully-serviced grass tent or trailer tent site
Liked Well maintained site.
Location perfect.
Friendly owners.
Showers [1 shower for males and 1 for females] - good, hot and free.
Toilets clean.
Recycling.
Disliked Washing up area cold water only.
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‘Does what it says on the tin’.
Fully-serviced grass motorhome site
Liked Exactly as it says on the tin. Small, adult only campsite, perfectly located to explore North Wales. We used it as our base to travel to various castles and walks nearby, all within an hours drive. Owners were pleasant on interaction. Lovely quiet location.
Disliked Could do with marking out pitch area, or placing numbers down. One tent next to us was unhappy that we had parked and pitched up so close to them, meaning they had to move. They were not happy. To be fair, we went where the owner told us, it was just unfortunate the other tent was straddling what seems to be two pitches (unmarked) right in front of the electric socket. Another tent across the way was right up against the water tap, making me feel rude to invade their space just to get some water.
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Don't expect luxury. Simple site but well maintained and friendly!
Fully-serviced grass tent or trailer tent site
Liked Owners were lovely, pitches well maintained, perfect and peaceful area, oh and the showers were free
Disliked Just needs a bin in the toilet for females.
Nothing disliked!
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I think we will come back.
Fully-serviced grass tent or trailer tent site
Liked It's a small site in a very quiet area with full comfort. The owners are very friendly and helpful. Everything what we want to visit was close. No mosquitos, no vasps.
Disliked N/A
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Lovely quiet site. Showers are free…
Fully-serviced grass motorhome site
Liked Lovely quiet site. Showers are free lovely and warm. Has your basic needs which is enough. Great site
Disliked Nothing
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Lovely little site, quiet and affordable
Fully-serviced grass motorhome site
Liked Lovely quiet little campsite, good value for money, only 10 mins drive to nearest town and around 15-20 to Llanberis for the Snowdon trails
Shower was hot and free not £2 as mentioned in the website
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A perfect small site, just what…
Fully-serviced grass motorhome site
Liked A perfect small site, just what we needed. I will use again.
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Features
Pop-up campground
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 WatersportsAmenities on site
Bath available Car parking by site/unit 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 WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Adults only Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Peaceful Walkers' paradiseUtilities
Charging facilities Dump point Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearbyType
Farm Pop-up campground Tiny (1-10 sites)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 Tennis nearby Watersports nearbyLocation
Pen y Buarth
Bethel
Caernarfon
Gwynedd
Wales
LL55 1UW
Directions Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
53.16562°N
4.21026°W
Nearest transport
Coach
Rail
Ferry
AirportPlease 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Llanddwyn | 12.2 km | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Morfa Dinlle | 12.4 km | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Llanddona | 16.3 km | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| St Davids - Benllech | 16.6 km | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Benllech | 17.1 km | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Caernarfon Castle 5.4 km
National Slate Museum 8.1 km
Snowdon Mountain Railway 8.1 km
Penrhyn Castle 8.8 km
Beaumaris Castle 13.3 km
National Trust
Plas Newydd Country House and Gardens 4.2 km
Ty^ Mawr Wybrnant 27.6 km
Bodnant Garden 28.4 km
Aberconwy House 28.5 km
Plas yn Rhiw 46.9 km
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Ceunant Bach - Moel Eilio - Foel Goch 8.1 km
MALLTRAETH MARSH (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 05/07/2002) 9.1 km
Gyrn Wigau and Foel Grach 10.2 km
Bethesda - Ogwen 10.3 km
Gwastadnant - Elidir Fach - Elidir Fawr - Gwastadnant 11.4 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.
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Pen y Buarth have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Pen y Buarth dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Pen y Buarth? Attractions and activities nearby include: - Caernarfon Castle: 10 minutes’ drive - Dinas Dinlle beach: 20 minutes - Llanberis (for Lake Padarn walks, narrow-gauge railway and Dolbadarn Castle): 20 minutes - National … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Pen y Buarth?
Read moreCamping and caravan Arrive: 2 p.m. – 10 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Pen y Buarth? From $69.14 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.