Parc Pen Y Bryn

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Parc Pen y Bryn
Parc pen y bryn
Parc pen y bryn
The cabins
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Parc pen y bryn
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Even and well-kept ground

  • Peaceful and well-maintained site on the edge of Clocaenog forest
  • A 15-minute drive from Llyn Brenig; 25 minutes from Betws-y-Coed
  • Modern site with easy access for large vehicles
Peace, quiet and woodland explores await at Parc Pen Y Bryn, a laidback, small-scale holiday park on the edge of Clocaenog forest. Some of north Wales' finest spots – like Llyn Brenig, Betws-y-Coed and Snowdonia National Park – are within easy reach of this niftily-located site. There's hardly a house to be seen at this secluded spot, where you can admire valley views and, in the distance, watch wind turbines turning slowly in the breeze. Well-placed outdoor furniture is on hand for those looking to sit in the open air and take it all in (perhaps, as per the site's pics, with a glass of vino). Parc Pen Y Bryn's top-notch hardstanding pitches make it simple for those travelling with tourers to roll up and relax. (The managers are also keen to point out that pesky narrow lanes won't get between you and your hols at this easily accessible site.) As well as that, the small number of pitches means there'll be ample room to roam at this spacious site, including for kids and dogs. The modern facilities aren't half bad either: the well-kept toilet and shower block can accommodate peeps who haven't brought their own. Those partial to cooking over coals can also set up a barbecue. Clawddnewydd, with its shop and community-run pub, is a 10-minute drive away (the site managers particularly recommend swinging by for Sunday lunch). The bigger town of Corwen on the river Dee is also close by (20 minutes).

Site type

Lodges, cabins, pods or huts 3
Touring caravan pitches 8
Motorhome pitches 3
Open all year
Opens

Tourist board rating

Please note
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • Your dog must be tattooed or microchipped.
  • The site does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. XL Bully, Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro) and/or any of the following: Staffordshire bull terrier, American Staffordshire terrier, Rottweiler, any Mastiff or Tosa.
  • The site does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. XL Bully, Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
  • Group bookings of 3 or more units (e.g. tent, touring caravan, motorhome or accommodation hire) travelling together are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • Group bookings of 6 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
  • Single-sex bookings of 4 or more people (excluding couples) are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.
  • At least one of the party members must be aged 19 or over.
  • A cable measuring at least 6 metres is needed for the electric hook-ups.
  • If making a fire, the fuel, logs and coal have to be purchased on site.

Languages spoken

English

Welsh

Pitch types & availability

Accommodation

Tent pitchesTouring caravan pitchesMotorhome pitchesLodges, cabins, pods or hutsCaravans for hireRent a tent
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Reviews

9.5

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95% would recommend this site to a friend

91% would stay here again

What customers say

Quiet gem with stunning views & spotless facilities, praised for friendly owners. Good for walks, but remote. Some dated bits, but all super clean. Highly recommended!

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Arrival date (latest first)

Cosy cabin. Clean shower/toilet blocks. Friendly staff!!

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Hayley C.

Cabin (no pets)

Liked Cabin
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Disliked Flys

Recommend to friends Visit again

Friendly staff and excellent site

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Nicola J.

Electric hardstanding touring pitch

Liked Everything. Once again it was perfect. Rob and Ffion are the perfect hosts making sure everything is ok and all having a good time.

Recommend to friends Visit again

A true rural gem: peaceful views, spotless facilities & a perfect host

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tanya B.

Electric hardstanding and grass motorhome pitch

Liked Parc Pen y Bryn – A Hidden Welsh Retreat Worth Discovering

Tucked away among the rolling hills of the Welsh countryside, Parc Pen y Bryn is the kind of place you almost want to keep secret — a true rural gem where time seems to slow and the outside world fades away. For those craving quiet, panoramic views, and a break from the rush of daily life, this peaceful site offers the perfect escape.

From the moment we arrived, the welcome was as warm as the sunshine spilling over the fields. Rob, the host, is unlike any we’ve met in years of camping, caravanning, and glamping. Attentive without being intrusive, he takes real pride in every corner of the site and goes above and beyond to ensure guests are comfortable. When we purchased logs for our cabin’s fire, he personally delivered them in a cart to save us the heavy lift — a thoughtful gesture that sums up his approach to hospitality.

The facilities are a standout. Heated showers and restrooms — cleaned to an impeccable standard — make for a touch of luxury in a rural setting, and it’s clear every detail has been considered with guests in mind.

Then there’s the setting itself: breathtaking doesn’t quite cover it. Mornings begin with birdsong drifting across the hills, the air fresh and cool. Evenings are when the site truly shines — our cabin’s fire pit has become the heart of our stay, perfect for BBQs under the stars every night, the glow of the embers matching the glow of the sunset on the horizon. It’s these simple pleasures, combined with the sweeping views in every direction, that make you want to linger just a little longer.

We booked a seven-day staycation, it felt like we’ve found something rare. Parc Pen y Bryn is more than just a campsite — it’s a place where the pace of life slows, where nature surrounds you, and where a host’s dedication turns a great stay into a truly memorable one.

This is a site worth supporting as Rob continues to take it from strength to strength. For anyone seeking peace, scenery, and that warm feeling of being genuinely looked after, Parc Pen y Bryn should be top of your list.

Disliked If we had to mention any dislikes, it would only be the sadness of heading home, the task of emptying the cabin of all our gear, and wishing our stay was longer. Leaving such a peaceful, welcoming place behind is the hardest part — which is why we know we’ll be back, and sooner rather than later.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Wonderful, clean, peaceful.

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Anonymous

Electric hardstanding and grass campervan pitch (medium)

Liked The setting , the cleanliness , the welcoming owners.

Disliked Nothing .

Recommend to friends Visit again

Excellent site!!

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Victoria A.

Cabin (no pets)

Liked Fantastic place great view easy to park great facilities in cabin !! Clean toilets and showers !! Kids loved it!! Owners were really lovely!!

Disliked Nothing !!

Recommend to friends Visit again

Lovely decoration, cozy, beautiful view.…

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Alex F.

Cabin (no pets)

Liked Lovely decoration, cozy, beautiful view.

Disliked Bed settee was pretty uncomfortable for 2 children of 8 and 11. Didn't really sleep very well. Would happily stay again but as a couple.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Clean, beautiful area, large pitch, great view and friendly staff

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Alex R.

Electric hardstanding and grass motorhome pitch

Liked Visited as a stop over to break up the journey but was blown away by how lovely the view is from the pitch. The owner stopped by to say hello and was kind.

We will definitely return to explore the local area next time

Disliked NA

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The site was excellent and friendly the toilets were clean the showers…

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Neil D.

Electric hardstanding touring pitch

Liked The site was excellent and friendly the toilets were clean the showers were warm. Rob was friendly and very helpful

Disliked None

Recommend to friends Visit again

Excellent site. Clean showers. Very friendly.

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Anonymous

Electric hardstanding and grass motorhome pitch

Liked Very peaceful. Owners polite and helpful.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Nice and quiet site for us with a reactive dog. Everything as…

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Paul J.

Electric hardstanding and grass motorhome pitch

Liked Nice and quiet site for us with a reactive dog. Everything as described, easy check in and will certainly stay here again in the future.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Features

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 Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette 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 Rallies welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

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

Themes

Forest Lake and/or mountain Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wild camping Wildlife haven

Utilities

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

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Shop nearby

Type

Small (11-25 pitches) Tiny (1-10 pitches)

Accessibility

Accessible parking at pitch

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Surf school nearby Tennis nearby Watersports nearby

Touring and motorhomes

Motorhome service point

Location

Parc Pen Y Bryn

Corwen

Denbighshire

Wales

LL21 9UP

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

53.03609°N
3.46685°W

Route directions

Satnavs will bring you within 300 yards of the site entrance; access the entrance via the B5105 in order to avoid all side roads. Look out for the 'Pen Y Bryn' sign at the top of the lane.

Nearest transport

Coach
21.2 km Parade Street 2
26.8 km Alma Road
26.9 km Crossroads Stores
Rail
23.2 km Betws-y-Coed Rail Station
24.7 km Llanrwst Rail Station
25.5 km North Llanrwst Rail Station

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

Llyn Brenig (15 minutes' drive) is likely to prove popular with experienced fishing fans – the trout here spend their whole life in cold Welsh water, so they're hardier than most and have something of a feisty reputation. There's also bike hire available and six varied lakeside trails to choose from. Betws-y-Coed (25 minutes) is a hub for train fans, who can contentedly chug along on the Conwy Valley narrow-gauge railway. (The mainline station also backs right onto a range of cafés, restaurants and shops, one of which is housed in a converted carriage.) A short walk outside the town are the Swallow Falls, where you can watch the Llugwy foaming over the rugged rocks. Want to use your time in north Wales to delve into the country's industrial past? The fably laid out (and free to enter) National Slate Museum (an hour) will be the one for you. While you're here, make sure to visit Clocaenog Forest (five minutes), where miles of walking and cycling trails are waiting to be explored. Peaceful woodlands, heather moorland, streams, waterfalls and lots of wildlife (including red squirrels, crossbills, black grouse and wild horses) are just some of the things to look out for here

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Abergele (Pensarn) 30.1 km Sea N/AN/AGoodGood
Marine Lake, Rhyl 30.9 km Sea N/AN/AGoodGood
Kinmel Bay (Sandy Cove) 31.1 km Sea N/AGoodGoodGood
Rhyl East 32.3 km Sea GoodGoodGoodGood
Rhyl 32.9 km Sea GoodN/AN/AN/A

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Bodelwyddan Castle 25.1 km

Rhuddlan Castle 28.2 km

Bodnant Garden 31.3 km

Conwy Castle 36.2 km

National Trust - Aberconwy House 36.3 km

National Trust

Ty^ Mawr Wybrnant 25.2 km

Chirk Castle 27.6 km

Bodnant Garden 31.3 km

Aberconwy House 36.3 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

The Clwydian Way (7): Pentre - Cyffylliog 5.3 km

The Llyn Brenig Circuit 7 km

Llyn Brenig and the Clywedog Reservoir 8.4 km

The Clwydian Way (6): Corwen - Pentre 8.8 km

The Clwydian Way (8): Cyffylliog - Trefnant 9 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 Parc Pen Y Bryn have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Parc Pen Y Bryn dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Parc Pen Y Bryn? Llyn Brenig (15 minutes' drive) is likely to prove popular with experienced fishing fans – the trout here spend their whole life in cold Welsh water, so they're hardier than most and … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Parc Pen Y Bryn?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  1 p.m. –  10:30 p.m.
    Depart by:  noon
    On-site accommodation
    Arrive:  3 p.m. –  10:30 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.

    Pitches: the pitch number will be texted on the day of arrival.

    Cabins: the cabin number and key box code will be texted on the day of arrival.

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  • How much does it cost to stay at Parc Pen Y Bryn? From R596,35 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.