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Gwerniago Camping Site

97%

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48 reviews

· Machynlleth, Gwynedd, Wales · 1 acre

Hosted by Mair ?.

5 RV/tent sites

Amazing views

Hipcampers say this spot has amazing views.

Family-friendly

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

Best in North Wales: Finalist

Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2024.

Best tent-sites: Finalist

Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2024.

Leave it to your kids’ imagination when it comes to this site. Rocky outcrops and magical valleys. It’s a proper fairytale of a site.

What makes the perfect campsite? A peaceful farmland location? A nearby beach? Or friendly folk who are happy with campfires, children and dogs?

Gwerniago is all of these things and a lot more besides. Set in the pretty Dovey Valley, its large field is divided by the natural boundaries of oak and rocky outcrop. The family have farmed here for three generations now, so camping here gives you a great insight into a farmer’s working life. Arrive at tea time and you might see farmer Trevor’s sheepdog herding his flock back out to their field, with Trevor opening gates ahead of them on his quad bike.

The owner's will lend you baskets for campfires, which dot the site. As wisps of smoke drift skywards and marshmallows bubble in the heat, the hustle and bustle of urban life seems a long way away; it’d be all too easy to spend several days here without feeling the need to leave the site at all.

But that might be a shame, as the beach and little harbour at Aberdyfi is less than a 15-minute drive north, and there’s also Borth to the south. There’s even a family-friendly pub in the village, within walking distance down a quiet lane.

You can’t really ask for much more than that, can you?

Grass pitches with clear views of the countryside surrounded by hills and woodland and sheep! Located on a working farm. Pitches are mostly flat some have a slight slope. Parking by tent. Camp fires are allowed; when possible please bring your own fire basket. Logs can be purchased from reception. Facilities: Accepts pets, Fresh water hookup, Grass, Tents, Trailer Tents, small campervans. X1 car included.

RV details

Caravans, Camper Trailers, Campervans, and Cars allowed

Vehicles under 7 meters allowed

Pull-in site

Accommodates slideouts

Surface type: grass-or-paddock

Surface levelness: flat

No Fifth wheels and Motorhomes

No electrical connection

No water connection

No sewage connection

No TV connection

Generators not allowed

What to expect

RV/tent site

Camping area selected or assigned upon arrival.

4 guests max per site

Campfires allowed

Firepit

Toilet available

Flush toilet

Pets allowed

On leash

Potable water available

Tap

Showers available

Hot water

Bins available

Compost bin, recycling bin, trash bin

Picnic table present

Wifi available

Laundry present

Cooking equipment absent

Hot Tub absent

No playground

Things to know

Getting there

Check in: After 12:00 PM

Check out: Before 12:00 PM

On arrival: Meet with Host

Cancellation policy: Strict

Minimum nights: 1 night

Accepts bookings: 12 months out

Park at listing

Wheelchair access

Max 1 vehicle

2WD accessible

During your trip

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

ExtrasAvailable at checkout

Dogsgood

£2.00

Please add the number of nights for each dog you are booking. No more than 2 dogs per pitch. Thankyou.

Extra Tentgood

£5.00

Please add the number of nights for each extra tent you are booking. Thank you.

Gazebogood

£5.00

Please add the numbers of nights for each gazebo you are booking. Thank you.

Boats & Trailersgood

£5.00

Please add the number of nights to your booking when booking in a trailer or boat. Thank you.

Extra Cargood

£5.00

Please add the number of nights when you booking an extra car to your booking. Thank you.

Reviews

97% Recommend65 ratings · 48 reviews

Nathan K.

7 months on Hipcamp

Recommends

· August 2024

Lovely campsite!

Tent · With kids

Beautiful views and lovely clean campsite. Plenty of space between pitches. Owners very friendly and helpful. Will be back soon!

Bryony G.

2 reviews

Recommends

· August 2024

Excellent site

Tent · With kids

We loved this site - possibly the best we have stayed on in a very long time. Good, well thought out and maintained facilities, busy but not crowded (even in the summer holidays), really great for children, but a nice mix on the site generally. You can walk to a very nice pub and are within easy reach of lots of lovely places. Would wholeheartedly recommend.

Isabel G.

10 months on Hipcamp

Recommends

· August 2024

Lovely family friendly site

Tent · With kids

We loved the site. Clean facilities, beautiful views. It’s just the right balance with everything you need but otherwise it’s a back to basics feel. My kids quickly made friends and were off playing for hours. I think their favourite bit was the rope swing. I loved that even at peak season there is plenty of space and it doesn’t feel crowded.

Liam T.

8 months on Hipcamp

Recommends

· July 2024

Tent

It was a wonderful campsite, just nestled in a beautiful little spot. Surprisingly big camp site, facilities were spotless, host was very friendly and helpful, could not fault it and would highly recommend to everyone.

Sarah H.

5 reviews

Recommends

· May 2024

So tidy!

4 m pop-up camper

Such a nice camping area with excellent facilities. We really enjoyed our night here.

Andy W.

1 year on Hipcamp

Recommends

· May 2024

Tent · With kids

Stunning views, clean facilities, friendly staff, good base for climbing Cader Idris. The fire pits were great for cooking on. Will visit again I’m sure.

Location

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

Hosted by Mair ?.

Joined in March 2016

From the host

Gwerniago campsite is located in the heartland of Mid Wales, at the most southern point of the Snowdonia National Park. Gwerniago is a family run working farm run by a Welsh speaking family. The campsite is situated on the edge of Pennal village in the beautiful unspoilt Dyfi (Dovey) Valley. Near beaches and mountains.

Nearby attractions

Situated near the market town of Machynlleth, where a market is still held every Wednesday, Gwerniago is in a suberb location for walking and cycling. Within a 10 minute drive of Dyfi Bike Park, or 20 minutes from the popular seaside village of Aberdyfi, home to a sandy beach and seaside shops. North of Pennal, CAT (the Centre for Alternative Technology) (01654 705950) is popular with all ages. There’s an RSPB reserve at Eglwysfach, where you can see red kites and peregrine falcons.

Food and drink

The Riverside, which is within walking distance of the campsite, is a very popular local restaurant. There are plenty of Cafe's in the nearby town of Machynlleth if you fancy grabbing a bite to each for lunch.

Things to do nearby