Pen y Bwlch
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- Off-grid grass pitches with fabulous views of Snowdonia National Park
- A 15-minute drive to Caernarfon and Snowdon Mountain Railway
- Barn with showers, drying area and storage for bikes or kayaks
Site type
3
3
Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.- No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- No cars/motorbikes by the pitch/unit. All cars must be parked in the designated area.
- At least one of the party members must be aged 21 or over.
- Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the site are unlit.
- Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
Languages spoken
English
Welsh
Open from Fri, 18 Apr to
Pitch types & availability
Non-electric grass tent pitch
4 people maximum 
No dogs allowed Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 5.0m width x 5.0m depth (16.4ft width x 16.4ft depth) Calculated area: 25.0m² (269.1ft²)
Arrival daysFrom £27 1 night, 2 adults
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Bell tent
4 people maximum No dogs allowed Dimensions: 4.0m width x 4.0m length (13.1ft width x 13.1ft length) Calculated area: 16.0m² (172.2ft²)
Arrival daysFrom £70 1 night, 2 adults
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Reviews
Voted 90% of visitors View breakdown
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Remote location with great views…
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Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked: Remote location with great views
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Liked: Tranquility of spot
Views
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Great location and owners are very helpful we arrived late but they…
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Liked: Great location and owners are very helpful we arrived late but they gave us good directions.
Warm shower was lovely.
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100% Recommended! Amazing views 😍
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Liked: We liked everything, even the rain was good as we’ve seen a beautiful rainbow. Beth is lovely, friendly and she is working hard to keep the space well maintained. It’s a plus that you don’t have to leave early.
Thank you for having us 😊
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I would happily live out the rest of my days in a…
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Liked: I would happily live out the rest of my days in a tent on this mountain. (Perhaps not in Winter... but honestly the views are bewitching!)
Possibly one of the most beautiful sites to stay in Eryri National Park. A handful of flat pitches, Pen y Bwlch is a quiet and back to basics campsite - wild camping without the need for a strip wash and hole digging... The pitches are quite exposed and you are obviously high up in North Wales so prepare yourself and I'd recommend a sturdy tent! I would also note that you can't park next to your pitch and have to take a short walk to transport your stuff but it's worth it!
I loved it so much I extended our stay an extra couple of nights.
Beth and Jonny are excellent and friendly hosts who are happy to help with any queries you have and make you feel more than welcome.
I will definitely be coming back!
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Excellent campsite! Best views across the valley to Snowdon. Highly recommend!…
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Liked: Excellent campsite! Best views across the valley to Snowdon. Highly recommend!
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Level pitches with fantastic views and friendly couple
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Liked: Jonny and Beth were very friendly and considerate and accommodating.
We arrived during a storm in August the aftermath of a hurricane. 60 to 80 mile winds most of the week.
They lets us pitch our tent in the barn. And then let us camp just outside the barn in a sheltered location. The views we should have had are spectacular, but exposed in bad weather. The campsite is small and quite and provides the basics which suited us very well.
Thank you for making a stormy week bare able.
Disliked: Be warned you will need to carry your gear around 150-200 yards from car to site.
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Great location, and amazing hosts. Nothing is too much trouble. Will definitely…
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Liked: Great location, and amazing hosts. Nothing is too much trouble. Will definitely be back.
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Stunning views of Snowden - Small site - lovely hosts - hidden gem!
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Liked: The location is so stunning and Jonny & Beth were fantastic hosts. The pictures don’t do it justice - you won’t want to leave the pitch the views are so great! We will definitely be coming back!
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Recommend to everyone.
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Liked: The best campsite ever.
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Features
No dogs 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
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed No dogs allowedThemes
Lake and/or mountain Peaceful Remote location 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
Farm Tiny (1-10 pitches)Nearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycling nearby Horse riding nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Watersports nearbyLocation
Pen y Bwlch
Cwm y Glo
Caernarfon
Gwynedd
Wales
LL55 4ED
Directions Timezone
Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)
GPS
53.13332°N
-4.1672°W
Route directions
Nearest transport
Coach
Rail
Ferry
AirportPlease 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morfa Dinlle | 7.9 mi | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Llanddwyn | 9.2 mi | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Llanfairfechan | 11.8 mi | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Llanddona | 12.1 mi | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| St Davids - Benllech | 12.7 mi | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Snowdon Mountain Railway 2.3 mi
National Slate Museum 2.3 mi
Caernarfon Castle 4.6 mi
Penrhyn Castle 5.2 mi
Beaumaris Castle 9.4 mi
National Trust
Plas Newydd Country House and Gardens 5.3 mi
Ty^ Mawr Wybrnant 14.6 mi
Bodnant Garden 16.7 mi
Aberconwy House 17.3 mi
Plas yn Rhiw 28.5 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Ceunant Bach - Moel Eilio - Foel Goch 2.2 mi
Gwastadnant - Elidir Fach - Elidir Fawr - Gwastadnant 4.3 mi
Bethesda - Ogwen 5.4 mi
Gyrn Wigau and Foel Grach 5.9 mi
Ogwen Cottage - Llyn Bochlwyd - Glyder Fach - Glyder Fawr - Devil's Kitchen 6.1 mi
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.
Offers
Conditions apply - see pitch type section for details
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Pen y Bwlch have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Pen y Bwlch dog friendly? No View all features
- What attractions are near Pen y Bwlch? Active types, get set to get busy. From this site, you can canoe on Llyn Padarn lake (10 minutes’ drive) or walk to waterfalls from Betws y Coed (40 minutes). And don’t … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Pen y Bwlch?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: 4 p.m. – 8 p.m. Depart by: Anytime On-site accommodation Arrive: 4 p.m. – 7 p.m. Depart by: Anytime - How much does it cost to stay at Pen y Bwlch? From £27 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.