Dolau Afon Camping

Lots of space on the grass pitches
Lots of space on the grass pitches
Spacious pitches with electric hookup if needed
Freshly cut grass
Electric hookup, water tap and grey water waste station
Outdoor seating area
Reception office
Our glamping trailer, private dog safe garden
Fire assembly point
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  • Quiet, sheltered site surrounded by forests next to the river Ystwyth
  • Aberystwyth and Devil's Bridge Falls within 15 minutes' drive
  • Free fly fishing on 15 miles of river; no licence needed
Dolau Afon Camping is a pretty and peaceful Ceredigion site in the foothills of the Cambrian mountains, about 15 minutes’ drive from Aberystwyth. It’s a small, friendly site on a family-run smallholding that dates back more than 200 years, stretching out over three acres of what was once the Trawsgoed Estate. This is a most serene spot, surrounded by forests and on the banks of the Ystwyth river – and as such it’s a top choice for outdoor activities with a scenic backdrop. Such outings might include walks or bike rides on the numerous footpaths, bridleways and forest paths nearby, or lengthier pedals along National Cycle Route 81, which passes very close to the site. Not that you have to exit the site to get stuck into the rural antics: the smallholding has a licence that gives guests access to fly fishing on a fab 15 miles of riverbank. If you prefer being on the water than by it, you’re welcome to take a little dip in the river from the site instead (particularly welcome after a hefty hike, no doubt). Such peaceful surrounds are maintained by keeping facilities low-key, so the husband-and-wife team here have focused their attentions on the essentials, setting up a smart toilet block with heating, hair dryer, shaving point and family space, and making sure guests have access to drinking water, chemical disposal, dog wash and other handy bits. Barbecues are permitted on site, and there’s a social area with picnic table and firepit that’s just the spot for evening drinks and snacks.

Campground type

Camper sites 20
RV sites 20
Tent sites 20
Open all year
Opens

Languages spoken

English

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Features

Dogs allowed

Leisure on park

Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Playground Recreation room/arcade TV room Takeout Tennis Watersports

Amenities on park

Bath available Car parking by site/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Free wifi Grocery store Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundromat Parent & baby washroom Payphone Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Restrooms Shower available Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

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

Rules

Barbecue grills allowed Barbecue provided Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Forest Hikers’ paradise Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Dump station Electric car charging point(s) Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Public transportation nearby

Type

Small (11-25 sites)

Accessibility

Disabled facilities

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Horseback riding nearby Mountain biking nearby

Location

Dolau Afon Camping

Llanafan

Ceredigion

Wales

SY23 4BQ

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London GMT (GMT+00:00)

GPS

52.32524°N
-3.92857°W

Route directions

There is a regular bus from Aberystwyth (the T21) which stops outside the site.

Nearest transport

Bus
5.9 mi Penllwyn PO
5.9 mi Penllwyn PO
8.6 mi University Campus Penglais
Rail
8.9 mi Aberystwyth Rail Station
12.6 mi Borth Rail Station
15.9 mi Penhelig Rail Station
Ferry
27.4 mi Porth Penrhyn Ferry Landing
27.7 mi 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

Attractions and activities nearby include: - Strata Florida Abbey: 10 minutes’ drive - Aberystwyth (beach, castle, museums, cliff railway): 15 minutes - Devil’s Bridge Falls: 15 minutes - Vale of Rheidol Railway: 15 minutes - Bwlch Nant yr Arian Forest Visitor Centre: 25 minutes - Fantasy Farm Park: 25 minutes - Borth (beach and animal park): half an hour - Red Kite Feeding Station: 50 minutes - Elan Valley (walks): 50 minutes.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Aberystwyth South 9 mi Sea GoodGoodGoodGood
Aberystwyth North 9.2 mi Sea ExcellentGoodExcellentExcellent
Clarach South 9.8 mi Sea GoodGoodGoodGood
Llanrhystud 10.2 mi Sea ExcellentExcellentExcellentExcellent
Borth 12.6 mi Sea ExcellentExcellentExcellentExcellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Vale of Rheidol Railway (Aberystwyth) 8.8 mi

Llanerchaeron - National Trust 14.7 mi

MOMA Wales - Y Tabernacl 18.7 mi

Rheilffordd Talyllyn Railway 19.1 mi

Dolaucothi Gold Mines - National Trust 19.4 mi

National Trust

Dolaucothi Gold Mines 19.4 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

Black Covert Walk 1 - Aberystwyth 1.5 mi

Black Covert Walk 2 1.5 mi

The Arch Car Park - Pen lan fawr - The Arch Car Park 5.5 mi

Pont ar Elan - Esgair y Llwyn - Cerrig Llwydion - Pont ar Elan 13.4 mi

Penybont - North Lookout - South Lookout - Penybont 14.4 mi

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.

Offers

Conditions apply - see campsite type section for details

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Dolau Afon Camping have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Dolau Afon Camping dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Dolau Afon Camping? Attractions and activities nearby include: - Strata Florida Abbey: 10 minutes’ drive - Aberystwyth (beach, castle, museums, cliff railway): 15 minutes - Devil’s Bridge Falls: 15 minutes - Vale of Rheidol Railway: … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Dolau Afon Camping?
    RV, travel trailer and tent sites
    Arrive:  2 p.m. –  9 p.m.
    Depart by:  10:30 a.m.
    On-park accommodation
    Arrive:  2 p.m. –  9 p.m.
    Depart by:  10:30 a.m.
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