Aber Bay Holiday Park
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- Peaceful site by Clarach beach, 10 minutes’ drive from Aberystwyth
- Silver Mountain Experience and Devil's Bridge within 30 mins' drive
- Heated indoor pool on site, plus clubhouse with bar and restaurant
Campground type
85
Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.- The park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Breed-specific legislation (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
Languages spoken
English
Open from Fri, Aug 1 to
Campsite types & availability
Primitive grass tent campsite
Max. persons unlimited 
7.3/10
11 reviews Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Min 4m width × 4m depth (16m²)
Arrival daysFrom £25 (£25)
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Roof tent primitive grass campsite
Max. persons unlimited 7.5/10
4 reviews Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 4m width × 4m depth (16m²)
Arrival daysFrom £25 (£25)
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Reviews
76% would recommend this campground to a friend
71% would stay here again
Would return but would like to see improvements in toilet hygiene.
Primitive grass tent campsite
Liked Relaxed camping near a beautiful bay. Good to have some facilities nearby (club, food, swim etc).
Disliked No soap in campsite toilets.
Often no toilet roll in toilets.
Not often checked/cleaned.
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Save yourself and go somewhere else
Primitive grass tent campsite
Liked The views were great
Disliked Although the club house is impressive, the bar staff fail to clear and clean the tables leaving the terrace covered in a plague of flys. The camping toilets were vile, hadn’t been cleaned, no toilet paper. Excrement all over the place. The porta shower block wasn’t much better. After realising the facility’s were this disgusting we found alternative accommodation elsewhere in Wales.
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Fantastic view from campsite and from bar area, individual plots marked in…
Primitive grass tent campsite
Liked Fantastic view from campsite and from bar area, individual plots marked in family part of the site. Quiet after around 10.30
Lifeguard presence to beach. Fantastic coastal walk to Aberystwyth.
Disliked Very poor toilet and shower arrangements - far too few toilets for the size of the field. No toilet paper, no soap. Most loo doors didn't lock. No hot running water to wash dishes (only two sinks), no drinkable stands (water from same taps at washing up). Double the facilities would have made for a far better experience.
Despite being told security would tell people to move cars away from tents at night, it didn't happen - people left car engines on for long time at night. Communal bins overflowing.
Whilst a fantastic view out to sea, this was an odd valley with what felt like thousands of mobile homes. Beachfront poor.
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Loved it and loved the children waking up early and giggling as…
Primitive grass tent campsite
Liked Loved it and loved the children waking up early and giggling as our have grown up
Disliked More showers would be good and I reported bins full and wasps so we took our car down by tent as I got stung
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Beautiful place for everyone!!! Great for family.…
Primitive grass tent campsite
Liked Beautiful place for everyone!!! Great for family.
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Short 5min walk to beach and amenities Optional use of indoor pool…
Roof tent primitive grass campsite
Liked Short 5min walk to beach and amenities
Optional use of indoor pool (£5 per person)
Clubhouse with bar and restaurant
Disliked Rooftents had to set up in different area to others away from toilet/shower block, as you weren’t allowed to park next to pitch in other area (despite people actually doing this)
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Location…
Roof tent primitive grass campsite
Liked Location
Disliked Doesn't take Campervans, no electric hookup, pitchup still made the booking though. The site was very understanding though and said if I couldn't get sorted they would do something for me
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Excellent site with clean facilities and level pitches.
Primitive grass tent campsite
Liked We had a great week! Short 10 min walk (20 with children lol) to the beach, chippy and pizza restaurant and Clarach bay shop. Was nice and peaceful in the week but very loud busy come the weekend. We opt for no electrics so we just enjoy games and the peace and quiet that’s what camping is about! Each to their own. Toilets and showers were cleaned every morning with toilet paper provided by site.
Disliked That no one stuck by the rules and people were still parking cars next to tents and blaring loud music out when children were sleeping. Not enough checks on the site as it was a distance away from main reception.
Didn’t use swimming as £5 extra per person no matter the age
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Didn’t use the pool advertised as you have to pay extra.
Roof tent primitive grass campsite
Liked Nice area, close to beach, lovely club house with great menu- lots of vegan options available. Check in was easy. Quiet campsite with separate roof tent area. Lady who checked us in was nice.
Disliked Lots of nettles in the grass on camping field. No hand soap in the toilets and no hot water access for washing up. Drinking water sinks were also quite short in height from sink to tap so was unable to put larger bottles under to fill up. Check out was a different time to what’s on pitch up.
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Great location, and the children loved staying here. There's plenty to do…
Primitive grass tent campsite
Liked Great location, and the children loved staying here. There's plenty to do around the campsite but also venturing off. We enjoyed the walk over to consti cafe and down the tram to Aberystwyth.
The sun rises over the fields and sets at sea and you are right in the middle it's gorgeous.
The swimming pool was amazing, so clean and you couldn't tell there was chlorine it was very clear. The showers were very warm and plenty of private changing space. Lockers available at no extra cost.
Campsite facilities were cleaned daily, warm shower and enough availability for everyone.
Clubhouse was fab for us, not overcrowded, plenty of indoor and balcony seating. Very comfortable, reasonably priced with darts and pool table. Great spot to watch the sun setting and have a drink.
Disliked If you're camping you do have to pay £5 each to use the pool.
Campsite doesn't like you to have your car next to your tent, but the designated car space isn't too far from you. However lots of travellers ignored this rule and the campsite didn't really seem to mind.
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Features
Dogs allowed
Leisure on park
Bar or club house Beach access Covered terrace area Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Playground Recreation room/arcade TV room Takeout Tennis WatersportsAmenities on park
Bath available Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Free wifi Grocery store Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundromat Parent & baby washroom Payphone Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Restrooms Shower available Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue grills allowed Barbecue provided Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Peaceful Spectacular sceneryUtilities
Charging facilities Dump station Electric car charging point(s) Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearbyType
Large (51-200 sites)Nearby leisure
Cycling nearbyLocation
Aber Bay Holiday Park
Barkers Well Lane
Clarach Bay
Aberystwyth
Ceredigion
Wales
SY23 3DT
Directions Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
52.43652°N
4.08029°W
Nearest transport
Bus
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clarach South | 0.2 mi | Sea | Good | Good | Good | Good |
| Aberystwyth North | 1.4 mi | Sea | Excellent | Good | Excellent | Excellent |
| Aberystwyth South | 1.8 mi | Sea | Good | Good | Good | Good |
| Borth | 3.9 mi | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Aberdyfi | 7.4 mi | Estuary | Excellent | Good | Good | Good |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Vale of Rheidol Railway (Aberystwyth) 1.7 mi
Rheilffordd Talyllyn Railway 10.1 mi
MOMA Wales - Y Tabernacl 14.3 mi
Llanerchaeron - National Trust 16.3 mi
Dolaucothi Gold Mines - National Trust 27.6 mi
National Trust
Dolaucothi Gold Mines 27.6 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Black Covert Walk 1 - Aberystwyth 8.6 mi
Black Covert Walk 2 8.6 mi
YNYS-HIR (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 20/04/2000) 9.4 mi
The Arch Car Park - Pen lan fawr - The Arch Car Park 12.3 mi
Abergynolwyn - Foel Y Geifr - Abergynolwyn 15.3 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.
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Aber Bay Holiday Park have a swimming pool? Yes View all features
- Is Aber Bay Holiday Park dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Aber Bay Holiday Park? Attractions and activities nearby include: - Aberystwyth (Aberystwyth Cliff Railway, Castell Aberystwyth ruins, National Library of Wales): 10 minutes’ drive - Pen Dinas Hill Fort: 15 minutes - The Magic of Life … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Aber Bay Holiday Park?
Read moreRV, travel trailer and tent sites Arrive: Anytime – Anytime Depart by: noon - How much does it cost to stay at Aber Bay Holiday Park? From $33.76 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.