Best camping, glamping, and outdoor stays in Vale of Glamorgan

Home to the most southerly point in Wales, the Vale of Glamorgan is only a few miles from Cardiff yet boasts the most stunning coast and countryside imaginable.

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Vale of Glamorgan

93% (67 reviews)

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2 top campsites in Vale of Glamorgan

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Heritage Coast Campsite

29 units · Motorhomes, Tents6 acres · Vale of Glamorgan, South Wales

Simple camping (with glamping options) just a stroll from the nearest Glamorgan beach – plus a brilliant little café to boot

Booked 2 times

Forest Garden Camp Spot Cardiff

3 units · Glamping, Motorhomes, Tents1 acre · Penarth, Vale of Glamorgan, South Wales

Pitch your own tent in an idyllic permaculture forest garden 20 minutes from Cardiff city centre or book our rustic caravan lair. Each accommodates 2 people Campers can upgrade at extra cost to a pre-pitched tent on this site, complete with bedding, both have a full range of facilities kitchen kit. In easy reach of lakes, forest, coast and Cardiff Bay. 1.0 minutes walk to Eastbrook train station and cycle routes. It's an urban oasis between the road and commuter rail line, it's screened from the road which is 40 metres away but expect some traffic/train noise. Ideal for cycle tourers and walkers who enjoy the wild camp style but also want access to the city. Indoor shared bathroom with shower and phone charging. Wifi works near to the house. Wood-burning BBQ next to tent or use the wood-burning stove in our garden marquee. Take a look at this drone Vimeo of the property here; https://vimeo.com/user15829652 Your hosts Michele and Chris developed this unique 1-acre forest garden over the last 25 years creating a wildlife habitat and growing fresh food all year round. They have chickens ducks and a very friendly cat! So unfortunately we cannot accommodate dogs. We are new to HipCamp but have hosted over 700 visitors from around the world in our two caravans. We don't take tent bookings from October 20th. until April 20th. Find us on Air BnB for winter caravan accommodation. See additional services: Treat yourself to our fantastic full Welsh breakfast or, take a guided cycle tour led by a knowledgeable guide around easy car-free trails you would never find on the internet! Bike repair service on-site.

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Sandy beaches, rocky cliffs and lush green fields provide the perfect setting for good camping and there are some truly top campsites to be found. We’ve hand picked the best of the bunch, from amazing glamping experiences to traditional tent-only campsites.

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What could be more scenic than camping in the Vale of Glamorgan? With mountain view campsites, woodland sites, waterside camping and romantic spots to pitch up your tent, you’ll be hard pressed to choose a campsite.