Parc Pen Y Bryn

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Parc Pen y Bryn (added by manager 21 Jun 2022)
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  • Peaceful and well-maintained site on the edge of Clocaenog forest
  • A 15-minute drive from Llyn Brenig; 25 minutes from Betws-y-Coed
  • Modern site with easy access for large vehicles
Peace, quiet and woodland explores await at Parc Pen Y Bryn, a laidback, small-scale holiday park on the edge of Clocaenog forest. Some of north Wales' finest spots – like Llyn Brenig, Betws-y-Coed and Snowdonia National Park – are within easy reach of this niftily-located site. There's hardly a house to be seen at this secluded spot, where you can admire valley views and, in the distance, watch wind turbines turning slowly in the breeze. Well-placed outdoor furniture is on hand for those looking to sit in the open air and take it all in (perhaps, as per the site's pics, with a glass of vino). Parc Pen Y Bryn's top-notch hardstanding pitches make it simple for those travelling with tourers to roll up and relax. (The managers are also keen to point out that pesky narrow lanes won't get between you and your hols at this easily accessible site.) As well as that, the small number of pitches means there'll be ample room to roam at this spacious site, including for kids and dogs. The modern facilities aren't half bad either: the well-kept toilet and shower block can accommodate peeps who haven't brought their own. Those partial to cooking over coals can also set up a barbecue. Clawddnewydd, with its shop and community-run pub, is a 10-minute drive away (the site managers particularly recommend swinging by for Sunday lunch). The bigger town of Corwen on the river Dee is also close by (20 minutes).

Site type

Lodges, cabins, pods or huts 3
Caravan sites 8
Motorhome sites 3
Open all year
Opens

Tourist board rating

Please note
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • Your dog must be tattooed or microchipped.
  • The campground/park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro) and/or any of the following: Staffordshire bull terrier, American Staffordshire terrier, Rottweiler, any Mastiff or Tosa.
  • The campground/park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dog Act (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
  • Group bookings of 3 or more units (e.g. tent, caravan, motorhome or accommodation hire) travelling together are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • Group bookings of 4 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
  • Single-sex bookings of 4 or more people (couples and immediate family members excepted) are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • Dogs are not allowed if you are staying in the accommodation units.
  • Bookings must not be for more than 14 consecutive nights.
  • Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.
  • Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.
  • Tents are not accepted at this park.
  • At least one of the party members must be aged 19 or over.
  • A cable measuring at least 6 metres is needed for the electric hook-ups.
  • If making a fire, the fuel, logs and coal have to be purchased on site.
  • Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the campground/park are unlit.
  • No naked flames are allowed inside the hired accommodation units.

Languages spoken

English

Welsh

Pitch types & availability

Accommodation

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0 children

Reviews

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Only showing reviews for the last 30 months.

Ideal location for walking, peace and quiet ! Nice clean toilet/shower block! Easy…

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 8
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 8
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 8
Cleanliness 10
Wifi No rating
Anonymous The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Powered concrete slab caravan site

Liked: Ideal location for walking, peace and quiet ! Nice clean toilet/shower block! Easy to find! Local pub the Crown serves lovely home cooked food and a good pint!

Disliked: Nothing disliked. Just note there are no shops/ pub within easy walking distance, no problem if you have a car - we were in a motor home so not so easy. Not a problem for us - but pub was a good 30 min walk on a road as no paths - quiet though!

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Beautiful site

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation No rating
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness No rating
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 10
Ann H. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Powered concrete slab caravan site (large)

Liked: Beautiful site, large level pitches, immaculate facilities and a very warm welcome

Disliked: Nothing

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For peace and quiet in lovely countryside this is the worth a visit.

Overall 10/10
Location 8
Value for money 10
Accommodation No rating
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness No rating
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 8
Anonymous The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Powered concrete slab caravan site

Liked: This campsite is a real little gem. The pitches were spacious and the views to die for. The shower and toilet facilities were spotlessly clean with a good washing up area within plenty of hot water. We had a lovely few days and would certainly recommend.

Disliked: The only minor point is the access road. If you have a large tourer it's a bit bumpy and rough. In saying that We have had worse so wouldn't put us off!

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Gorgeous peaceful place well maintained and lovely people

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 8
Carley B. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Cabin (no pets)

Liked: Location was beautiful Owners friendly and accommodating Beautifully clean in cabin and toilet/shower block

Disliked: Nothing

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Peaceful place with friendly hosts.…

Overall 6/10
Location 8
Value for money 6
Accommodation 4
Facilities / Activities 2
Customer service 10
Child friendliness No rating
Cleanliness 6
Wifi 6
Anonymous The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Powered concrete and grass campervan site (medium)

Liked: Peaceful place with friendly hosts.

Disliked: Lack of suitable facilities for people with mobility issues. Big steps up to toilet and shower facilities and very small cubicles making it extremely difficult to use.

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From the manager: Thankyou for your comments. We do not advertise our facilities as being accessible however we are currently working on a project to build a new facility that will be accessible to all. Glad you enjoyed the peaceful site and surroundings

Lovely,just missing wifi,and tv and no customer service as seen noone.

Overall 8/10
Location 8
Value for money 10
Accommodation 8
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service No rating
Child friendliness No rating
Cleanliness 10
Wifi No rating
Pamela T. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Powered concrete slab caravan site

Liked: Lovely campsite, clean showers, large pitch, lovely views.

Disliked: No tv reception

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Beautiful

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 10
Katie J. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Powered concrete slab caravan site

Liked: Perfect place to relax. Has everything you need and the perfect hosts!

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Beautiful views, quiet and peaceful. Close to forest walks. Facilities we…

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 8
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 8
Customer service 10
Child friendliness No rating
Cleanliness 10
Wifi No rating
Sarah G. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Powered concrete slab motorhome site

Liked: Beautiful views, quiet and peaceful. Close to forest walks. Facilities we amazingly clean. Highly recommended.

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We liked the small site and that it was quiet. Location also…

Overall 8/10
Location 10
Value for money 8
Accommodation No rating
Facilities / Activities 6
Customer service No rating
Child friendliness No rating
Cleanliness 8
Wifi 8
Anonymous The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Powered concrete slab caravan site

Liked: We liked the small site and that it was quiet. Location also suited us (and our dogs) perfectly.

Disliked: The showers were quite cramped and you had to go outside the cubicle to get dressed so you could keep your clothes dry. One of the female showers had drainage problems so the water did not drain away, filling the shower tray and threatening to overflow.

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Really good value. Pods are lovely, great views, well equipped. WiFi worked…

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 10
David G. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Cabin (no pets)

Liked: Really good value. Pods are lovely, great views, well equipped. WiFi worked well and having a TV with Netflix on was great for a Movie Night. Loved the fire pit and the big field for ‘games’. Quite secluded, no pub or shop with walking distance. However the pods are so well equipped and comfortable we didn’t want to leave after a hard days hiking.

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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 Watersports

Amenities on site

Bath available Car parking by site/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundry Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Rallies welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Bush Lake and/or mountain Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wild camping Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Dump point Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby

Type

Small (11-25 sites) Tiny (1-10 sites)

Accessibility

Disabled facilities

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Surf school nearby Tennis nearby Watersports nearby

Touring and motorhomes

Motorhome service point

Location

Parc Pen Y Bryn

Corwen

Denbighshire

Wales

LL21 9UP

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London GMT (GMT+00:00)

GPS

53.03609°N
-3.46685°W

Route directions

Satnavs will bring you within 300 yards of the site entrance; access the entrance via the B5105 in order to avoid all side roads. Look out for the 'Pen Y Bryn' sign at the top of the lane.

Nearest transport

Coach
21.2 km Parade Street 2
26.8 km Alma Road
26.9 km Crossroads Stores
Rail
23.2 km Betws-y-Coed Rail Station
24.7 km Llanrwst Rail Station
25.5 km North Llanrwst Rail Station

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

Llyn Brenig (15 minutes' drive) is likely to prove popular with experienced fishing fans – the trout here spend their whole life in cold Welsh water, so they're hardier than most and have something of a feisty reputation. There's also bike hire available and six varied lakeside trails to choose from. Betws-y-Coed (25 minutes) is a hub for train fans, who can contentedly chug along on the Conwy Valley narrow-gauge railway. (The mainline station also backs right onto a range of cafés, restaurants and shops, one of which is housed in a converted carriage.) A short walk outside the town are the Swallow Falls, where you can watch the Llugwy foaming over the rugged rocks. Want to use your time in north Wales to delve into the country's industrial past? The fably laid out (and free to enter) National Slate Museum (an hour) will be the one for you. While you're here, make sure to visit Clocaenog Forest (five minutes), where miles of walking and cycling trails are waiting to be explored. Peaceful woodlands, heather moorland, streams, waterfalls and lots of wildlife (including red squirrels, crossbills, black grouse and wild horses) are just some of the things to look out for here

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020 2019 2018 2017
Abergele (Pensarn) 30.1 km Sea N/A N/A Good Good
Marine Lake, Rhyl 30.9 km Sea N/A N/A Good Good
Kinmel Bay (Sandy Cove) 31.1 km Sea N/A Good Good Good
Rhyl East 32.3 km Sea Good Good Good Good
Rhyl 32.9 km Sea Good N/A N/A N/A

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Bodelwyddan Castle 25.1 km

Rhuddlan Castle 28.2 km

Bodnant Garden 31.3 km

Conwy Castle 36.2 km

National Trust - Aberconwy House 36.3 km

National Trust

Ty^ Mawr Wybrnant 25.2 km

Chirk Castle 27.6 km

Bodnant Garden 31.3 km

Aberconwy House 36.3 km

Cycle routes

Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.

Other

The Clwydian Way (7): Pentre - Cyffylliog 5.3 km

The Llyn Brenig Circuit 7 km

Llyn Brenig and the Clywedog Reservoir 8.4 km

The Clwydian Way (6): Corwen - Pentre 8.8 km

The Clwydian Way (8): Cyffylliog - Trefnant 9 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.

Nearest sites

Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable sites.

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Parc Pen Y Bryn have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Parc Pen Y Bryn dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Parc Pen Y Bryn? Llyn Brenig (15 minutes' drive) is likely to prove popular with experienced fishing fans – the trout here spend their whole life in cold Welsh water, so they're hardier than most and … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Parc Pen Y Bryn?
    Camping and caravan
    Arrive:  1 p.m. –  10:30 p.m.
    Depart by:  noon
    On-site accommodation
    Arrive:  3 p.m. –  10:30 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.

    Pitches: the pitch number will be texted on the day of arrival.

    Cabins: the cabin number and key box code will be texted on the day of arrival.

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  • How much does it cost to stay at Parc Pen Y Bryn? From $54.07 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.