Dolwen Riverside Camping

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  • Eco-friendly meadow site next to a river in north Wales
  • A 15-minute drive to Llyn Brenig and 35 minutes from Rhyl
  • Stargazing on site; facilities built from local and recycled resources
It’s a peaceful set-up indeed at Dolwen Riverside Camping, an eco-friendly site alongside a river which feeds into the Afon Ystrad. The location and the set-up are very suited to families (but single-sex groups are not permitted), and as a Greener Camping Club Certified Campsite, the focus here is also very much on the environment; all the eco-friendly facilities have been built using local and recycled resources. Wildflowers sprout in the meadow during the summer months, and birds are regulars too. Woodpeckers, kingfishers and kites are among the flocks to be seen. Take a paddle in the river as you please; the spacious meadow pitches are surrounded by peaceful farmland and alongside the river. This North Wales site is family-owned and operated. All pitches have a picnic table and firepit. There are hygienic, well-maintained composting toilets on site, as well as a dual pot wash station and showers. The gorgeous North Wales landscapes, of course, are also part of the equation. World Heritage Sites and excellent mountain ranges and lakes are within driving distance; the north is known as the ‘adventure capital’. It’s also an hour’s drive to Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon); the site can point you towards six paths to the top.

Site type

Motorhome pitches 7
Tent pitches 7
Open now
Opens 1 May
Please note
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • The site caters for families (immediate members) and couples only - bookings from all other forms of groups are not accepted.
  • If making a fire, the fuel, logs and coal have to be purchased on site.
  • No gas barbecues allowed.
  • Please note that the shower facilities are unisex.
  • Fires, barbecues and/or firepits will not be permitted in dry, windy and/or hot weather conditions.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Fri, 01 May to

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2 adults
0 children
0 dogs

Reviews

9.3

Overall rating from 33 Pitchup.com customers

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Peaceful

94% would recommend this site to a friend

91% would stay here again

What customers say

Great eco-campsite, peaceful with spacious pitches. Friendly hosts, clean facilities, fire pits & picnic tables. River great for paddling. Some minor facility hiccups fixed. Can be windy, river best for paddling, not swimming. One guest found it pricey with some maintenance issues.

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Arrival date (latest first)

Really nice, relaxed, quiet location, close…

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Andy T. 1 review

Non-electric grass tent pitch (large)

Liked Really nice, relaxed, quiet location, close to the town and a short drive from the beach. Pitches are really spacious and as there’s only a small amount of pitches, it’s not too busy which was perfect for my 5 year old on his first camping trip. Hosts were friendly and really helpful, Facilities ticked all the boxes too. Would happily stay again for longer next time, thanks

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Absolutely gorgeous little site and we will be back

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Chris H. 5 reviews

Non-electric grass campervan or tent pitch (large)

Liked small and peaceful site
spacious flat pitches
facilities clean and well maintained
Friendly owner

Disliked Nothing at all. Due to heatwave there was a fire ban and the stream was bone dry. I will look forward to staying again another time when we can make use of these and enjoy it even more!

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thank you for your lovely comments and we welcome you back anytime

Great tiny site.

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Anonymous

Non-electric grass campervan or tent pitch (large)

Liked Peace and quiet, spacious and seperated pitches, location and beautiful surroundings, friendly and helpful owners, easy to find, listening to foxes, owls etc kitten and hens.

Disliked Nettles near toilets

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Glad you and the family had a good evening camping and enjoyed the wildlife ,

Magical

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William A. 3 reviews

Non-electric grass tent pitch (large)

Liked Everything. Friendly welcome. Beautiful, remote location. So peaceful. Plenty of space. Although the facilities were basic there was everything you need (showers, toilets, washing up facilities, communal fridge and freezer, charging point, even a little honesty shop, and everything was clean).

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From the manager: So glad you enjoy your stay and the boys had fun. You are welcome back anytime.

De ruime plek en de stilte.…

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Paul e. 4 reviews

Non-electric grass tent pitch (large)

Liked De ruime plek en de stilte. Ook de hartelijke ontvangst. Veel vogels en wandelen gelijk vanaf de camping mogelijk.

Disliked De voorziening hebben achterstallig onderhoud en wat “tlc” nodig.

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Friendly. Great eco campsite. Lots of…

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James S. 1 review

Non-electric grass campervan or tent pitch (large)

Liked Friendly. Great eco campsite. Lots of butterflies

Recommend to friends Visit again

Gorgeous We will be back

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Stephanie O. 7 reviews

Non-electric grass campervan or tent pitch (large)

Liked Small
Private camping bays
Beautiful nature
Incredible hosts
Clean facilities
Quiet and peaceful
Heard owls at night

Disliked Not much at all - lovely place

River is smaller than you think - more like a stream - not for swimming more paddling

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great quiet little campsite. I’d thoroughly recommended.

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Louise O. 1 review

Non-electric grass campervan or tent pitch (large)

Liked Beautiful setting, playing in the river. The firepit and picnic table on the pitch

Disliked Nothing

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Lovely little location. Toilet always stocked…

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Anonymous

Non-electric grass campervan or tent pitch (large)

Liked Lovely little location. Toilet always stocked with paper. Kitchen and showers kept clean. Honesty cupboard is great, especially if you forget an essential.

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: So pleased to hear you and your family enjoyed your stay

Spacious pitches surrounded by natural meadow growth.

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Eoin M. 8 reviews

Non-electric grass tent pitch (large)

Liked Loved the clean camp site. Owners really care for the site and keep it in great order. Lovely little honesty shed too with essentials including torches and marshmallows. Thanks.

Disliked Nil

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: So pleased you enjoyed your stay

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 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 Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

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

Themes

Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wildlife haven

Utilities

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

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby

Type

Tiny (1-10 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Mountain biking nearby Sailing nearby Watersports nearby

Location

Dolwen Riverside Camping

Nantglyn

Denbigh

Denbighshire

Wales

LL16 5PG

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

53,15495°N
3,48006°W

Nearest transport

Coach
16,8 km Madeleys Caraven Park
16,9 km Post Office
16,9 km Seagull Inn
Rail
17 km Abergele & Pensarn Rail Station
18,2 km Rhyl Rail Station
20,8 km Prestatyn Rail Station
Ferry
41,2 km Woodside Birkenhead Ferry Terminal
41,3 km Birkenhead Ferry Terminal
42 km Seacombe Ferry Terminal
Airport
46,4 km Liverpool John Lennon 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

Attractions and activities nearby include: - Denbigh Castle: 10 minutes’ drive - Llyn Brenig (activities like walking, visiting an osprey exhibition, bicycle hire, mountain biking, sailing and fishing): 15 minutes - Denbigh Gliding (flying experiences): 15 minutes - Clwydian Range (hill walking): half an hour - Rhyl (seaside town): 35 minutes - Zip World Fforest (zipwire activities): 35 minutes - Conwy (walled town with a castle): 45 minutes - Llangollen (UNESCO World Heritage Site with 11 miles of canal): 50 minutes - Zip World Penrhyn Quarry (fast zipwire): an hour - Ynys Môn/Isle of Anglesey: an hour and 10 minutes.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Abergele (Pensarn) 17,3 km Sea N/AN/AGoodGood
Marine Lake, Rhyl 17,6 km Sea N/AN/AGoodGood
Kinmel Bay (Sandy Cove) 17,9 km Sea N/AGoodGoodGood
Rhyl East 19 km Sea GoodGoodGoodGood
Rhyl 19,6 km Sea GoodN/AN/AN/A

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Bodelwyddan Castle 11,9 km

Rhuddlan Castle 15 km

Bodnant Garden 23 km

Conwy Castle 27 km

National Trust - Aberconwy House 27,1 km

National Trust

Bodnant Garden 23 km

Ty^ Mawr Wybrnant 26,7 km

Aberconwy House 27,1 km

Chirk Castle 35,7 km

Mr Hardman's Photographic Studio 43,2 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

Denbigh and Henllan 4,2 km

Denbigh, Beatrix Potter and Dr Johnson 5,2 km

Llyn Brenig and the Clywedog Reservoir 6,3 km

Denbigh and Lleweni Hall 6,6 km

The Clwydian Way (8): Cyffylliog - Trefnant 7,2 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 Dolwen Riverside Camping have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Dolwen Riverside Camping dog friendly? No View all features
  • What attractions are near Dolwen Riverside Camping? Attractions and activities nearby include: - Denbigh Castle: 10 minutes’ drive - Llyn Brenig (activities like walking, visiting an osprey exhibition, bicycle hire, mountain biking, sailing and fishing): 15 minutes - Denbigh … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Dolwen Riverside Camping?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  3 p.m. –  8 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.

    Please call the number provided on the booking confirmation 10 minutes before arrival.

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  • How much does it cost to stay at Dolwen Riverside Camping? From R709,98 (for 1 night, 6 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.