Bryn Ifan Camping

98%

53 reviews

· Caernarfon, Gwynedd, Wales · 35 acres

Hosted by Callie J.

9 tent pitches

Amazing views

Hipcampers say this spot has amazing views.

Family-friendly

Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is great for families and kids.

Best tent-sites: Finalist

Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2024.

Best in North Wales: Finalist

Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2024.

A back-to-basics campsite with views of mountains and sea on the Llŷn Peninsula

The nine off-grid pitches at Bryn Ifan are mowed into the long grass of a wildflower meadow in a pleasing pattern that’s reminiscent of a crop circle. From each of them, there are views of mountains and rolling countryside all the way to the sea. This is the Llŷn Peninsula, so there’s plenty of each of those and all within easy reach. The beach is 15 minutes' drive away, the highest mountains in Wales are half an hour by car, and the countryside stretches in all directions. In fact, that countryside is all there is in the near vicinity, so you can also expect dark and starry skies while you sit round the campfire at night.

The site’s outstanding views reveal themselves as you make your way from the farmyard car park to your pitch with gear loaded into wheelbarrows. This is a car-free, tents-only camping field which makes it particularly peaceful and perfect for family camping. Kids are easily entertained by the freedom of running around the wildflower-lined pathways and clambering about on tractor tyres.

With rustic but lovely toilets and showers, this small site advertises back to basics camping. We won’t argue with that description but the on-site Campers’ Barn adds a few facilities that make it a back-to-basics site you can stay at for more than a few days. A communal fridge/freezer, undercover washing-up, and indoor eating space make sure of that. And the function sits alongside the fun of table tennis, table football, and air hockey which keep everyone entertained if shelter or shade are needed.

But one of the best assets of all are this site’s lovely owners, Callie and Gwynn. They are hands on and on hand to sell you logs or set you off on local adventures. The one you won’t want to miss is the pleasant hike up Bwlch Mawr, the twin-peaked hill that’s ever present in your views and which has been recently acquired by the North Wales Wildlife Trust. And then of course, there’s the beach. You wouldn’t be on the Llŷn Peninsula if you weren’t interested in that. The closest to here is Dinas Dinlle but nowhere on the peninsula is too far to visit from this site with views of mountains and sea.

Large grass tent only camping pitches in our meadow. All with fantastic views of the sea and mountains. Easy access to the toilets and showers. - Pitch for 1 large tent or 2 small tents (max 5 person per pitch). - Free hot showers - Communal camping freezer for ice blocks for your cooler. - All soaps, washing up liquid, shampoos and conditioner. - No dogs allowed, no groups, no smoking or vaping.

What to expect

Tent pitch

Camping area selected or assigned upon arrival.

5 guests max per site

Campfires allowed

Fire Pits/BBQ's and fire wood are available for hire/sale on site. Please make your group aware of fire notices and the location of fire extinguishers etc. The assembly point is in the courtyard. Fires & BBQs - Disposable BBQs are not allowed (they scorch the ground and create a lot of non-recyclable waste). Firewood and charcoal - Please don’t gather fire wood from around the site; fallen wood provides natural habitat, and damp or rotting wood burns smokily.

Toilet available

Flush toilet

No pets

Bryn Ifan is a working farm so unfortunately we are unable to accommodate pets.

Potable water available

Spigot, tap

Showers available

Hot water . All toiletries are provided as the must be eco friendly. Soak aways are used on site.

Bins available

Recycling bin, trash bin. Recycling facilities are provided at the main entrance, please recycle everything possible. Guide notes are provided for the waste types in each bin. The goal is zero waste and as little plastic as possible on site. No bulky packaging or broken camping gear can be disposed of on site.

Cooking equipment present

Fridge, freezer, sink or other dishwashing station. We have a large campers barn with a fridge freezer and kettle including free tea and coffee. Inside the barn you will find chairs, tables and area to bring your camping stove inside during wet weather as well as table tennis, Air hockey and a table football machine

Picnic table present

No wifi

Laundry absent

Hot Tub absent

No playground

We have a

Things to know

Getting there

Check in: After 4:00 PM

Check out: Before 11:00 AM

On arrival: Meet with Host

Cancellation policy: Super Strict

Minimum nights: 2 nights

Accepts bookings: 12 months out

Park at listing

No wheelchair access

Max 1 vehicle

2WD accessible

The meadow is car free- barrows are provided to help carry your gear.

During your trip

Follow the

Leave it better

Inclusion policyWe have a zero-tolerance policy against discrimination at Hipcamp. We are committed to helping our Host and Hipcamper communities be inclusive.

Reviews

98% Recommend60 Ratings · 53 reviews

Ness B.

2 reviews

Recommends

· September 2024

Best Calpsite Ever!

Tent

This was by far one of our favourite campsites we have ever stayed at, we loved the way it was sectioned out in the meadow to create slightly more private spaces but still felt apart of a wiser campsite. The barn facilities were amazing in the rain, allowed us space to shelter when cooking and a communal fridge for essentials we couldn’t keep in our tent. The toilets and showers were also great all still keeping with that rustic feel. We could my fault our experience here and are already recommending it to our friends locally who are planning a visit to North Wales.

Kate K.

7 months on Hipcamp

Recommends

· September 2024

Fabulous stay!

Tent · With kids

We loved our time here! It was so relaxed and easy. It was slightly hard going getting everything up to the pitch but it was fun doing it in wheelbarrows and the kids loved helping! And the fact there was no cars about meant that the kids could do their thing without worry. Everything was thought of by the hosts. Brilliant to have a fridge and freezer we could use and in the barn there is a machine for instantly getting cups of boiling water which was so convienient. Nothing was too much trouble the hosts just want you to relax and enjoy and, despite the absolutely wild weather, we really did! Fab to have the barn to retreat in to when it was very wet outside and met some lovely people doing the same. Thank you so much for having us! We will be back! Kate, Chris, Louis and Dylan xxxx

Mark B.

7 months on Hipcamp

Recommends

· August 2024

Tent

Amazing place, lots of facilities. Owners are very friendly and even helped out a with a pump because I'd forgotten mine. They even dried our towels when it rained. If you're in Wales and need a place to pitch, definitely, one here. Will definitely be coming back.

Nicole W.

11 months on Hipcamp

Recommends

· August 2024

Tent · With kids

What a beautiful spot, the views were amazing. We loved the semi-private pitches mown into the meadow, the large camping barn where we could make hot drinks and play table tennis, and the showers & toilets were great. We'll be back another year.

Sarah R.

8 months on Hipcamp

Recommends

· August 2024

Beautiful campsite

Tent · With kids

Incredible campsite! The views are just amazing. It is so peaceful and quiet with just the sounds of the animals. The toilets and showers are kept so clean as well. My 4 year old absolutely loved running around and it felt so safe. Perfect weekend camping.

Ian F.

1 year on Hipcamp

Recommends

· August 2024

Camping at it's best

Tent

Another wonderful stay on this absolute gem of a campsite. Lovely hosts, stunning views, so so quiet, a great barn for hanging out when the weather is inclement. Will definitely be back.

Location

Caernarfon, Gwynedd, Wales, United KingdomTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking

Hosted by Callie J.

Joined in March 2023

From the host

Here at Bryn Ifan farm we have 10 mowed tent pitches in our beautiful wild meadow field each with gorgeous views of the sea and surrounding mountains. We are a small, quiet, family friendly eco campsite and you can enjoy the starry skies at night as there is hardly any light pollution here! There is parking for one car per pitch (you can book another car space if you contact us) but the camping field is car free. You can easily transfer your camping gear by wheelbarrow to your pitch. With coastal and mountain walks within 10 minutes drive, there are lots of opportunities for outdoor adventures. Snowdonia National Park and the beautiful sandy beaches of the Llŷn Peninsula are all within easy reach. The mountain behind the camping meadow which you can see in the pictures is Bwlch Mawr. You can walk to the beginning of the path or take a 2 minute drive and hike to the top where you will see fabulous 360 degree views of the coast and surrounding mountain ranges. Explore nearby Caernarfon Castle for the day or go for a ride on the famous Ffestiniog Steam Railway through stunning countryside for a truly unforgettable trip. Our local beach Dinas Dinlle is only a 15 minute drive and you can swim or enjoy a walk with amazing views of the mountains coming right down to the sea.

Nearby attractions

This part of the Llŷn Peninsula is an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and you can take it all in with a hike up nearby hill, Bwlch Mawr. Keen walkers can walk straight from site but if you (or your kids) will find the 45-minute walk to the to top enough, drive to the bottom of the route – ask Callie and Gwynn for directions. The closest beach is Dinas Dinlle (six miles) which is good for a swim. It's backed, like all of the coast, by the Wales Coast Path which you can also use for a cliff-top walk to see Trefor Sea Stacks, a little further west (seven miles). There's plenty more walking, bouldering, and climbing opportunities in Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park, the edge of which is also around seven miles away. Snowdon itself is about 20 miles from the site and if you don't fancy the hike to its peak, there's always The Snowdon Mountain Railway. Caernarfon Castle (0300 025 2239) is around a 20-minute drive away and one of the most visually-striking of all the Welsh castles given its position on the banks of the River Seiont. A short walk from the castle, is the Caernarfon station at the end of the Ffestiniog Steam Railway where you can hop aboard a heritage train for a ride through Snowdonia's foothills.

Food and drink

If you're cooking on site, you're in for a treat as the neighbouring permaculture farm, Henbant, has a small shop selling their homegrown organic produce: veggies, fruit, eggs and meat. For more than what's on offer there, head five miles to Penygroes where there's a Co-op supermarket. For brunch, lunch or coffee and cake, try seaside cafe Braf at Dinas Dinlle. For a beachside dinner or takeaway, there's fish and chips nearby from The Surfer Chippy. And for a meal at a pub, try The Goat in Glandwyfach (six miles). It has an extensive pub menu with options for kids too. There's also pizza and other dishes for dinner available in a nice garden setting at nearby campsite, Bert's Kitchen Garden (be sure to book in advance).

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