Tyn Cornel Camping
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- Friendly and relaxed riverside campsite
- On the banks of the River Tryweryn in Snowdonia National Park
- A short drive to Bala Lake
Site type
Tourist board rating
- Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
- 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 2 or more units (e.g. tent, touring caravan, motorhome or accommodation hire) travelling together are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
- Group bookings of 2 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
- Single-sex bookings of 3 or more people (excluding couples) are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
- No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- If making a fire, the fuel, logs and coal have to be purchased on site.
Languages spoken
English
Welsh
Open from Fri, 21 Mar to
Pitch types & availability
Electric grass pitch
6 people maximum
Wifi at the unit/pitch
Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 8m width × 5m depth (40m²)
Arrival daysFrom £32 (£32)
View prices & bookElectric hardstanding touring pitch
6 people maximum
Wifi at the unit/pitch
Ground type: Hardstanding
Pitch size: Max 6m width × 7m depth (42m²)
Arrival daysFrom £32 (£32)
View prices & bookFully-serviced hardstanding and grass tent, campervan or trailer tent pitch
6 people maximum
Wifi at the unit/pitch
Ground type: Hardstanding and grass
Pitch size: Max 7m width × 8m depth (56m²)
Arrival daysFrom £32 (£32)
View prices & bookFully-serviced hardstanding touring pitch
6 people maximum
Wifi at the unit/pitch
Ground type: Hardstanding
Pitch size: Max 6m width × 8m depth (48m²)
Arrival daysFrom £32 (£32)
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Reviews
92% would recommend this site to a friend
90% would stay here again
What customers say
Clean, well-kept site with friendly staff & great facilities (vending machines too!). Lovely river location for walks, water sports & exploring Bala. Most enjoyed it, but watch out for midges, vending machine hiccups, and more loos needed in peak season. Good value, will return.
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This our 3rd visit as we…
Electric hardstanding touring pitch
Liked This our 3rd visit as we love the location by the river.
Staff are really friendly and helpful and the amenities are really clean and well kept even when the site is full.
The site is well maintained and clean.
We will be back again we're sure.
Recommend to friends Visit again
Great clean site that was peaceful.…
Electric hardstanding touring pitch
Liked Great clean site that was peaceful. Showers and toilets were great and the staff were very helpfuland friendly.
Recommend to friends Visit again
A great find. Will return.
Fully-serviced hardstanding and grass tent, campervan or trailer tent pitch
Liked Beautiful location. Cosy atmosphere. Clean and tidy. Milk/ coffee machines.
Variety of pitches.
Recommend to friends Visit again
Great site, good location.
Electric hardstanding touring pitch
Liked Lovely site, great location. Riverside pitches. Showers and toilets were good and always clean. Quick drive into Bala with several decent places to eat.
Recommend to friends Visit again
The staff were lovely and friendly
Fully-serviced hardstanding and grass tent, campervan or trailer tent pitch
Liked The owners let us move to a better newer pitch & they were very pleasant people.
Disliked Due to the size of the campsite and amount of people camping the toilet / shower facilities are not adequate, they were only clean early morning before everyone woke up.
Recommend to friends Visit again
Very good service kind staff nice…
Electric grass pitch
Liked Very good service kind staff nice and clean toilets
Disliked Maybe the shower room could be better and more private other than that that's all
Recommend to friends Visit again
Beautiful location…
Electric grass pitch
Liked Beautiful location
Recommend to friends Visit again
Great location. Loads of space for…
Electric grass pitch
Liked Great location. Loads of space for our tent and car.
Disliked Toilets could do with regular clean. WiFi didn't work.
Recommend to friends Visit again
Loved this campsite, good facilities, large…
Fully-serviced hardstanding and grass tent, campervan or trailer tent pitch
Liked Loved this campsite, good facilities, large pitches and great for kids to have a run about
Recommend to friends Visit again
We will definitely come back. It was a lovely peaceful few days.
Electric hardstanding touring pitch
Liked Lovely location, great sized pitches, clean site, and facilities.
Disliked Not many toilets/showers for the site. An area or play area for kids would be nice
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 WatersportsAmenities on site
Bath available Car parking by pitch/unit 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 WifiGroups welcome
D. of E. welcome Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Lake and/or mountain Luxury Peaceful Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Shop nearbyType
Large (51-200 pitches)Nearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Surf school nearby Watersports nearbyTouring and motorhomes
Motorhome service point Seasonal pitches Tourer storage facilitiesLocation
Tyn Cornel Camping
Frongoch
Bala
Gwynedd
Wales
LL23 7NU
Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
52.94541°N
3.64476°W
Nearest transport
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
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Harlech | 33.8 km | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Llandanwg | 34.8 km | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Craig Du Beach Central | 36 km | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Tal-Y-Bont | 36.9 km | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Dyffryn (Llanendwyn) | 37.1 km | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Portmeirion Gardens 30.6 km
Ffestiniog Railway 32.4 km
CADW - Harlech Castle 32.6 km
Welsh Highland Railway (Porthmadog) 32.8 km
Bodnant Garden 33.7 km
National Trust
Ty^ Mawr Wybrnant 17.8 km
Bodnant Garden 33.7 km
Chirk Castle 37.2 km
Aberconwy House 39.2 km
Plas Newydd Country House and Gardens 48.1 km
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Carnedd y Filiast 3.8 km
Arenig Fawr Circular 6.5 km
Llandrillo and the Berwyns from the West 14.2 km
The Clwydian Way (7): Pentre - Cyffylliog 15.1 km
The Llyn Brenig Circuit 16.4 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.
Want to know more about camping in Gwynedd?
Frequently asked questions
- Does Tyn Cornel Camping have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Tyn Cornel Camping dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Tyn Cornel Camping? Tyn Cornel Camping is in prime position for exploring Snowdonia National Park, whether you're after an active holiday in north Wales or want to chill in spectacular surroundings with occasional trips out … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Tyn Cornel Camping?
Camping and touring Arrive: 2 p.m. – 7 p.m. Depart by: noon On-site accommodation Arrive: 3 p.m. – 7 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. Check-in can be until 8pm on Fridays and Saturdays.
Read more - How much does it cost to stay at Tyn Cornel Camping? From R762,31 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.