Patch of the Planet

9.5 8 reviews

Visitor image of the view of the bell tents

Each pitch comes with a firepit and a basket of logs

Every pitch has a firepit and a free basket of wood

Mini campsite with spectacular Pembrokeshire views and dark skies
Centrally located for easy access to coast and Preseli Hills
Small working farm with animals, home-grown veg and fresh eggs

Can’t decide whether to holiday on the Welsh coast or in the hills? At Patch of the Planet, you’re in pole position for both. This small, peaceful and family-friendly site is on a five-acre organic smallholding with gorgeous views over Pembrokeshire – and it’s near Maenclochog, 10 minutes’ drive from the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park and around half an hour from beaches like Poppit Sands and Newgale. Tucked into a willow copse, this is a mini nature reserve where you’ll be greeted by birdsong every morning. Guests have access to washing facilities, toilets and hot showers a short walk from the pitches. Because of sheep and free-range hens around the pitches, dogs are not permitted on site, but the hens do provide fresh organic eggs, which you can buy every day as well as seasonal home-grown produce. You’ll probably see the owners pottering about scything, weeding or watering from time to time – they are more than happy to give you a tour of the smallholding as well as suggest places to visit. And keep your fingers crossed for clear nights, as Pembrokeshire is famous for its dark skies and the stars can put on spectacular performances for you.

Site type

Languages spoken

English

Nearby sites that are bookable on Pitchup.com

Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable sites.

Features

No 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 Watersports

Amenities 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 Wifi

Groups welcome

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

Rules

Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed No dogs allowed

Themes

Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wildlife haven

Utilities

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

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby

Type

Farm Tiny (1-10 sites)

Accessibility

Disabled facilities

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Horse riding nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Watersports nearby

Location

Patch of the Planet

Delfryn

Llysyfran

Maenclochog

Pembrokeshire

Wales

SA63 4RU

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London GMT (GMT+00:00)

GPS

51.89635°N
-4.83014°W

Nearest transport

Coach

14 km Bus Station

19.4 km Railway Hotel

Rail

6.2 km Clarbeston Road Rail Station

9.2 km Clunderwen Rail Station

12.9 km Narberth Rail Station

Ferry

16.5 km Fishguard Ferry Terminal

23.8 km Pembroke Dock Ferry Terminal

25.2 km Milford Haven - Dock Entrance

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

From the site, it’s just a stroll to Llys y Frân Country Park and Reservoir (half an hour’s walk) for woodland walks and cycle tracks, or trips out on the reservoir by kayak. Fishing, archery, a BMX pump track and all manner of other activities are on offer too. Walkers, head for Preseli Hills with footpaths across wild heathland to hike the ancient Golden Road (20 minutes’ drive); the nearest Preseli peak is Mynedd Castlebythe (20 minutes) with far-reaching views from its summit. Combine exercise with history on a visit to Gors Fawr Stone Circle (15 minutes) and the neolithic Pentre Ifan Burial Chamber (20 minutes). At Castell Henllys Iron Age Village (25 minutes) you can see reconstructed roundhouses on the site of a former hill fort. On the Pembrokeshire coastline, head north to Dinas Head (half an hour) for Atlantic views from craggy cliffs or Cwm-yr-Eglwys (half an hour) for its quiet sandy beach. Driving west brings you to Broad Haven and Newgale beaches (both half an hour), or to the Blue Lagoon (40 minutes), a stunning spot in a former quarry filled with the brightest of blue water.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name	Distance	Type	2020	2019	2018	2017
Newport North	14.7 km	Estuary	Good	Good	Good	Good
Abermawr	19.2 km	Sea	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Nolton Haven	20.7 km	Sea	Good	Good	Good	N/A
Newgale	20.7 km	Sea	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Druidston Haven	21 km	Sea	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Pembrokeshire Coast National Park 23.3 km

Pembroke Castle 25.2 km

St Davids Cathedral 29.4 km

National Wool Museum 32.8 km

Pembrey Country Park 43.1 km

National Trust

Tudor Merchant's House 26.6 km

St David's Visitor Centre and Shop 29.9 km

Stackpole Estate 31.2 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

Rosebush - Pantmaenog Forest -Golden Road - Foel Cwmcerwyn - Rosebush 3.7 km

Bwlch Gwynt - Foel Eryr - Tafarn y Bwlch - Bwlch Gwynt 6.8 km

Pontfaen - Gwaun Valley - Pontfaen 8.7 km

Sychant Picnic Site - Bedd Morris - Carn Igli - Cwm Gwaun 9.2 km

Sychbant - Penlan - The Gardens - Sychbant 9.3 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.

Payment terms

Offers

Conditions apply - see pitch type section for details

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Only showing reviews for the last 30 months.

A beautiful place with an incredible ethos underlying the whole site. The…

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Jonathan S. Jul 2023

Comfrey bell tent

Liked: A beautiful place with an incredible ethos underlying the whole site. The bell tent we stayed in was comfortable and very cosy. Compost loos were well maintained and the showers were great.

Neil and Dina were warm, welcoming. They were also generous with their time, explaining the restoration project of the land with genuine passion.

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An inspiring site with a great welcome and beautiful facilities

Overall	10/10
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Value for money	10
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Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	10

Sarah B. Jul 2023

Comfrey bell tent

Liked: I love everything about this little site. The bell tent was very comfortable and in a beautiful peaceful setting. There is a very well equipped outdoor kitchen and the bathroom is clean and fresh. If you want to learn about permaculture this place will inspire you, they run quality courses and workshops. The owners are very welcoming, will do anything they can to help you enjoy your stay but also respect your privacy. Thanks for a lovely stay.

Disliked: Nothing

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Excellent site and enviroment. Clean facilities and friendly people!

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	8
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Facilities / Activities	6
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
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Wifi	2

Anonymous Jul 2023

Comfrey bell tent

Liked: It was a fantastic place to stay for three nights. Upon arrival, we received a warm welcome and were given a tour of the premises. The tent was clean and equipped with a heater that we could use. Outside, there was a seating area, and a small kitchenette with a stove was also available. We had booked the comfort tent, of course. The people were incredibly friendly and curious about our UK road trip. For a small fee, we could get eggs from their own chickens. The showers and toilets were clean. The compost toilet took some getting used to, but it wasn't a problem for us. We were approximately a 50-minute drive away from Skomer Island. Visiting it is highly recommended! Just make sure to book the boat tickets in advance, as they sell out quickly. Patch of the Planet camping site comes highly recommended!

Disliked: We did, however, have a few points of concern regarding our stay. The mattress was in need of replacement as it had a sag in the middle, making it uncomfortable to lie on during the night (you would roll into the sag). When you're traveling with food items, having a small refrigerator would be helpful. This refrigerator could be placed near the area with the eggs or inside the accommodation. This way, the food would remain fresh during our travels. Other than that, the amenities were great!

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Excellent site with eco-facilities, friendly family team and quiet

Overall	8/10
Location	10
Value for money	8
Accommodation	8
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	8
Child friendliness	8
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	No rating

Ian L. Jun 2023

Comfrey bell tent

Liked: quiet, individualised permaculture-focus; fresh eggs, fresh air. Local knowledge and dedication of the hosts

Disliked: need to be fit and willing to walk a lot - that's ok, but suggest facilities are closer together

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Wonderful campsite and hosts.

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	10

Jessica R. Jun 2023

Yarrow unpowered grass tent site

Liked: Kind, welcoming hosts. Really accommodating, especially as we had a baby and toddler with us. Clean campsite, good facilities, lovely views plus very peaceful. Not far from the beach either.

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Idyllic campsite in beautiful surroundings.

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	No rating

Anonymous Jun 2023

Comfrey bell tent

Liked: Where to start? This is our second stay at Patch of the Planet in the 'Comfrey' glamping bell tent. Dina, Neil, Kitty and Bramble (family dog) are fantastic hosts.
The site is the most tranquil campsite I've ever visited, surrounded by fields with beautiful views across Pembrokeshire.
The ecological setup is commendable with compost toilets and comprehensive recycling.
We had eggs, freshly laid by their chickens, each morning for breakfast.
We went to Broadhaven beach, which is perfect for paddle boarding. Went to the secret fresh water pool for a swim, idyllic doesn't even begin to describe it. Had a great pint at Tafarn Sinc and climbed Mynydd Carningli (angel mountain), with spectacular views from the coast to the dales. All are within easy striking distance.

Disliked: We didn't have time to visit the watersports and activity centre at Llys y Fran county park.
And leaving, we definitely disliked leaving!

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One of the best campsites we've been to

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	No rating
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	No rating

Anonymous May 2023

Yarrow unpowered grass tent site

Liked: The site is beautiful and quiet, with well spaced pitches and lots of greenery. The owners were incredibly friendly, welcoming and had loads of useful information about the area. Facilities were spotless. We loved the environmentally friendly ethos.
Perfectly placed to explore all of Pembrokeshire as the site is roughly an equal distance from each coast.

Disliked: Nothing

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Commitment to creating a permaculture environment Site layout and responsiveness of owners to…

Overall	8/10
Location	10
Value for money	8
Accommodation	8
Facilities / Activities	8
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	8
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	2

Anonymous Apr 2023

Comfrey bell tent

Liked: Commitment to creating a permaculture environment
Site layout and responsiveness of owners to our needs

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Frequently asked questions

Does Patch of the Planet have a swimming pool? No View all features
Is Patch of the Planet dog friendly? No View all features
What attractions are near Patch of the Planet? From the site, it’s just a stroll to Llys y Frân Country Park and Reservoir (half an hour’s walk) for woodland walks and cycle tracks, or trips out on the reservoir by … Read more