Llwyn yr Helm Caravan Park

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  • Stay on a working farm site in Snowdonia National Park
  • Haven for ramblers, bikers and hikers: lots of nearby trails
  • Less than half an hour’s drive from the Welsh coast beaches
You won’t want to hide among the bushes during your stay at Llwyn yr Helm Caravan Park, a family-friendly site on a working farm less than 10 minutes’ drive from the market town of Dolgellau in Gwynedd – this place is all about getting out and about. In the southern reaches of Snowdonia National Park, Llwyn yr Helm is a haven for ramblers, bikers and hikers: Mawddach trail, Torrent Walk and Precipice Walk all start in Dolgellau, and Cadair Idris mountain’s Minfford Path starts less than 15 minutes from site. That’s the hikers sorted, so what about the bikers? Coed y Brenin Biking and Visitor Centre is 20 minutes away, and the fab Antur Stiniog downhill biking trails are within an hour. If you’re not much of an outdoor adventurer, there’s plenty else nearby: try plane spotting at the famous Mach Loop, ziplining at Zip World Slate Caverns or poking around the scenic Italianate village of Portmeirion – or you could make a beeline to the beaches and harbours at Fairbourne or Barmouth, where boat trips and watersports abound? Back on site, fire up the barbecue for dinner (essentials can be sorted in the on-site shop) then kick up your feet in the evening, soaking in the views of the Cadair Idris mountain range, reading, or watching a DVD borrowed from reception. If you’d prefer to venture out, there are plenty of restaurants to try within 25 minutes of the site.

Campground type

Tent sites 10
Camper sites 6
RV sites 2
Open now
Opens March 22
Please note
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • The park caters for families (immediate members) and couples only - bookings from all other forms of groups are not accepted.
  • Reception is unmanned after 7 p.m.. Please inform the park while on your way there should you expect to arrive after this time so that the team can provide information about your unit/site.
  • Guests are advised to bring a good quality flashlight with them as parts of the park are unlit.
  • Please note that TV signal is limited due to the surrounding mountains. You will need a good-quality satellite dish to obtain a signal here. The site does not have facilities to charge electric vehicles.

Languages spoken

English

Welsh

Open from Fri, Mar 22 to

Open from Fri, Apr 11 to

Campsite types & availability

Accommodation

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0 children

Reviews

9.8

Overall rating based on 313 reviews View breakdown

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Only showing reviews for the last 30 months.

Second time on this site and wouldn’t hesitate to return again. Brilliant…

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness No rating
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 10
Emma D. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Powered grass campsite

Liked: Second time on this site and wouldn’t hesitate to return again. Brilliant campsite. Booked a grass pitch but staff offered me a hard standing instead due to ground conditions which I really appreciated. Nice pitches, quite a few onsite but all feel roomy and quiet. Facilities are excellent. Toilets, showers and wash up area are literally always spotlessly clean and well stocked. Great hikes in the local area. Very reasonable price, especially as good quality WiFi included. All staff very friendly and approachable whilst also leaving you to enjoy the peace and quiet

Disliked: Nothing, can’t fault it

Recommend to friends Visit again

Lovely 6 days exploring from the site.

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness No rating
Cleanliness No rating
Wifi No rating
Anonymous The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Primitive grass tent campsite

Liked: Grwat site and facilities.

Disliked: Nothing

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Higly recommended. Friendly team Nice fresh facilities with new toilets Great view Little…

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
Aggie S. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Mary Jones primitive grass tent campsite (wild)

Liked: Higly recommended. Friendly team Nice fresh facilities with new toilets Great view Little farm, eggs also available Perfect location 10-15 min to the lake Bala . 20min to the coast. 5*

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Staff were really friendly upon arrival and even came to check we…

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 10
Simone M. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Primitive grass campsite

Liked: Staff were really friendly upon arrival and even came to check we were okay whilst we were pitching up. Went above and beyond to drop off and assist when we asked for wood for the fire pits they provide. Toilets were immaculate and we all complimented how the music/ radio in the background made it even more pleasant. Family shower rooms were great and very ideal when camping with young children. Plenty of fresh water taps around the site so you're never too far to put the kettle on. Site is dog friendly and has a dog walking field that's great. Little one really loved the park and farm animals on site and the planes too that would fly over occasionally. Overall a great site, will be visiting again!

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Stayed for 2 nights at Llwyn Yr Helm. A lovely little site.…

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 10
Allana S. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Powered grass campsite

Liked: Stayed for 2 nights at Llwyn Yr Helm. A lovely little site. Clean and tidy. Shower / Toilet block was 5*. Will definitely be returning again.

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Great site and super 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
Allen I. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

FHU cement/asphalt and grass travel trailer campsite

Liked: The site is well maintained toilet and showers are top quality. Paul and Maria are excellent hosts. All pitches are good size. The access road is a bit narrow but not too long.

Disliked: Nothing

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Good facilities Loved the goats…

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation No rating
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 10
Anonymous The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

FHU cement/asphalt and grass travel trailer campsite

Liked: Good facilities Loved the goats

Disliked: The sat nav took us up an extremely narrow lane which scraped the sides of van by the trees ect …. Council keeps removing any sign post the site put up saying better road further on so my suggestion would be to put something on the booking confirmation to let people know of the better way to approach site!

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Fantastic Campsite, Clean, Modern and very friendly.

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 10
Anonymous The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Primitive grass campsite

Liked: Lovely Clean Facilities, Camp site has animals (Sheep, Cow, Goats and Chickens) for the little one to feed (50p a bag), very helpful staff. Reception has a small shop for items you may need (milk etc). Shower and toilet block is heated with music playing, very modern and always very very clean. Site has wifi repeaters spreaded around so always seen able to connect to the site wifi. Cannot fault this campsite, been back twice now and would seriously consider going again.

Disliked: None, near perfect campsite.

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Fantastic website

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 10
Anonymous The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Decked powered tent campsite

Liked: Loved everything, location, campsite, facilities, friendliness of staff. Our family favourite so far, and we have been to quite a few. We will definitely be back.

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Great stay, would happily return.

Overall 8/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 8
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness No rating
Cleanliness 10
Wifi No rating
Anonymous The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Summer primitive grass tent or trailer tent campsite

Liked: Facilities were really clean and worked well. Staff were so helpful, the weather wasn't great so the lower end of the summer non-electric camp field was hard to get a car on and off. They offered to help tow if needed or collect our items from our pitch.

Disliked: Not being able to have our car next to the tent for the last day due to weather.

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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 Scouts 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

Hikers’ paradise Remote location Wildlife haven

Utilities

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

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market

Type

Medium (26-50 sites)

Accessibility

Bathrooms: Large spacious shower Bathrooms: Large spacious toilet Bathrooms: Step-free access Bathrooms: Wheelchair accessible shower Bathrooms: Wide doorways (over 30 inches/75cm) Disabled facilities Uneven terrain; gravel or loose mud

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Mountain biking nearby

Touring and motorhomes

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Location

Llwyn yr Helm Caravan Park

Brithdir

Dolgellau

Gwynedd

Wales

LL40 2SA

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

52.75526°N
-3.81175°W

Nearest transport

Bus
18 mi Sportsman
18.1 mi Tesco
18.8 mi Market Square
Rail
9.8 mi Morfa Mawddach Rail Station
10.5 mi Barmouth Rail Station
10.8 mi Fairbourne Rail Station
Ferry
10.3 mi Porth Penrhyn Ferry Landing
10.4 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

Start your hols in the past with trips on the steam trains at Bala Lake Railway and Fairbourne Miniature Railway, both less than 25 minutes’ drive away, then go zooming into the future at the Centre for Alternative Technology, an eco-centre teaching sustainable development methods. Budding angler looking for your fishing fix? Turn your boat to Cregennan lakes about 25 minutes from the site to cast a line – if nothing’s biting, there are scenic trails around the lake so it won’t be a wasted trip. Stay out in the open by joining the flock for a sheep trekking experience, also 25 minutes away, or dive below the earth’s surface and clamber into a boat at award-winning King Arthur’s Labyrinth. For something a little more high culture, the Machynlleth modern art museum is half an hour from Llwyn yr Helm and is well worth a poke around.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020 2019 2018 2017
Barmouth 10.7 mi Sea Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent
Fairbourne 11.1 mi Sea Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent
Tal-Y-Bont 12.5 mi Sea Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent
Dyffryn (Llanendwyn) 13.3 mi Sea Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent
Llandanwg 14.3 mi Sea Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

MOMA Wales - Y Tabernacl 11.5 mi

CADW - Harlech Castle 14.3 mi

Portmeirion Gardens 16.2 mi

Rheilffordd Talyllyn Railway 16.7 mi

Ffestiniog Railway 17.6 mi

National Trust

Ty^ Mawr Wybrnant 20.6 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

The Precipice Walk, north of Dolgellau 2.4 mi

The New Precipice Walk from Llanelltyd 3.7 mi

Cadair Idris by the Fox's Path 5 mi

Cwm Cywarch - Glasgwm - Aran Fawddwy - Drysgol 5 mi

Mawddach Estuary 5.1 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

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Nearest campgrounds

Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable campgrounds.

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Llwyn yr Helm Caravan Park have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Llwyn yr Helm Caravan Park dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Llwyn yr Helm Caravan Park? Start your hols in the past with trips on the steam trains at Bala Lake Railway and Fairbourne Miniature Railway, both less than 25 minutes’ drive away, then go zooming into the … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Llwyn yr Helm Caravan Park?
    RV, travel trailer and tent sites
    Arrive:  2 p.m. –  9 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
    On-park accommodation
    Arrive:  3 p.m. –  9 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Llwyn yr Helm Caravan Park? From $26.64 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.