Dolwen Riverside Camping
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- Eco-friendly meadow site next to a river in north Wales
- A 15-minute drive to Llyn Brenig and 35 minutes from Rhyl
- Stargazing on site; facilities built from local and recycled resources
Campground type
7
7
Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.- No bachelor/bachelorette parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- The park caters for families (immediate members) and couples only - bookings from all other forms of groups are not accepted.
- If making a fire, the fuel, logs and coal have to be purchased on site.
- No gas barbecues allowed.
- Please note that the shower facilities are unisex.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Fri, May 2 to
Campsite types & availability
Primitive grass tent campsite (large)
6 people maximum 
9.2/10
5 reviews 
No dogs allowed Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Min 15m width × 15m depth (225m²)
Arrival daysFrom £32 (£32) plus taxes or fees £12 (£12)
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Primitive grass tent or campervan campsite (large)
6 people maximum 9/10
12 reviews No dogs allowed Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Min 15m width × 15m depth (225m²)
Arrival daysFrom £32 (£32) plus taxes or fees £12 (£12)
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Reviews
93% would recommend this campground to a friend
93% would stay here again
What customers say
This peaceful campsite wows with its stunning riverside setting & spacious pitches. Clean facilities, friendly owners & a beloved oak tree delighted guests. Most found it great value, though a few cited price and spacing concerns.
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Amazing campsite!
Primitive grass tent or campervan campsite (large)
Liked Such a gorgeous campsite, one of the best I've been to! Love how you have your own little pitch seperate from others - felt very personal.
Also the stone firepit & bench are a great addition! Showers were lovely an hot too.
Recommend to friends Visit again
The layout of the campsite was…
Primitive grass tent campsite (large)
Liked The layout of the campsite was lovely, personal pitches but with the ability for the kids to play in site with other kids. The little river was lovely to hear trickling in the background. Peaceful and beautiful spot.
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From the manager: Glad you had a lovely time Daisy and family
Nice quiet site, big pitches, lovely…
Primitive grass tent campsite (large)
Liked Nice quiet site, big pitches, lovely setting
Disliked Nothing really.
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From the manager: So glad you had a nice stay and hope to see you again
An amazing stay with a very welcoming host.
Primitive grass tent campsite (large)
Liked This is lovely welcoming camp site. Yvonne who hosted was over to check everything was ok, ensure we knew where everything was and show us how to get the most out of our stay. The picnic tables were high quality and the fire pits perfectly sized. It really did feel like sustainable camping, with mown large pitches but in a very large natural grassland field, the site is bounded by a river and woodland full of birds and squirrels. Ideal spot. We did note it can be windy on the site, but just worth thinking about when deciding what to bring.
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From the manager: So pleased you had a lovely stay and I hope you caught some crabs when you went crabbing
Great stay
Primitive grass tent or campervan campsite (large)
Liked The location was wonderful. Very peaceful. Our 2 young children had a great time exploring the stream and the trees. They loved the oak tree with the fairy and animal houses. The host was very responsive when we asked questions. Facilities were clean and well stocked. Overall, a lovely stay.
Disliked Nothing
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From the manager: So pleased you had a lovely stay.
Lovely site, highly recommended
Primitive grass tent or campervan campsite (large)
Liked Really lovely and peaceful campsite with beautiful surroundings. We love wildlife and birdwatching so it made our trip to see the woodpeckers, dippers on the stream and bats at dusk. The owners were very friendly and welcoming which made for a very enjoyable stay.
Disliked Having to go home again 😔
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From the manager: Thank you for your lovely review and we are pleased to hear that you had a lovely stay ; you are always welcome and who knows next time you might see the Red kite or a king fisher
Had a great time camping here.…
Primitive grass tent campsite (large)
Liked Had a great time camping here. Bit rainy but who cares when you're in such a beautiful spot. Yvonne is just the best host. Really looked after us. Will definitely be back
Disliked Nothing to dislike
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From the manager: Thank you Paul and family, we are so pleased that you had a lovely time despite the dreadful weather ☁️
You were a pleasure to meet and we would welcome you back anytime.
Great setting and location, just a bit expensive for what it is
Primitive grass tent campsite (large)
Liked This campsite is gorgeous, very peaceful and in a lovely location to access snowdonia. The facilities are very nice and eco friendly
Disliked Just be aware there's no sun in the evening as it's in a valley, and when we went the river definitely did not have enough water to swim in. I thought this campsite was â bit expensive
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From the manager: We are glad you thought our campsite was gorgeous and we hope you had a wonderful time with your friends.
The river is not deep enough for swimming and only paddling at this time of year
We are in a valley surrounded by woodland so we do have the sun from early morning until about 8.30 pm
You would be welcome back anytime .
An amazing quite site set in…
Primitive grass tent or campervan campsite (large)
Liked An amazing quite site set in the gorgeous Welch Valley. Stunning views, walks and Drives all around.
Owners were amazing and will be definateley coming back.
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From the manager: Thank you, Richard. It was lovely meeting you both, and we hope you enjoy the rest of your visit to North Wales. We would love to host you both again.
A little piece of heaven. My…
Primitive grass tent or campervan campsite (large)
Liked A little piece of heaven. My grandson loved playing in the stream next to the tent. Owners are very friendly and facilities clean.
Highly recommended!
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From the manager: Thank you. You are welcome anytime
Features
No dogs allowed
Campfires allowed
Leisure on park
Bar or club house 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 No dogs allowedThemes
Hikers’ paradise Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Communal freezer Communal fridge Dump station Electric car charging point(s) Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearbyType
Tiny (1-10 sites)Nearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Mountain biking nearby Sailing nearby Watersports nearbyLocation
Dolwen Riverside Camping
Nantglyn
Denbigh
Denbighshire
Wales
LL16 5PG
Directions Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
53.15495°N
3.48006°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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abergele (Pensarn) | 10.8 mi | Sea | N/A | N/A | Good | Good |
| Marine Lake, Rhyl | 10.9 mi | Sea | N/A | N/A | Good | Good |
| Kinmel Bay (Sandy Cove) | 11.1 mi | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
| Rhyl East | 11.8 mi | Sea | Good | Good | Good | Good |
| Rhyl | 12.2 mi | Sea | Good | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Bodelwyddan Castle 7.4 mi
Rhuddlan Castle 9.3 mi
Bodnant Garden 14.3 mi
Conwy Castle 16.8 mi
National Trust - Aberconwy House 16.8 mi
National Trust
Bodnant Garden 14.3 mi
Ty^ Mawr Wybrnant 16.6 mi
Aberconwy House 16.8 mi
Chirk Castle 22.2 mi
Mr Hardman's Photographic Studio 26.8 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Denbigh and Henllan 2.6 mi
Denbigh, Beatrix Potter and Dr Johnson 3.3 mi
Llyn Brenig and the Clywedog Reservoir 3.9 mi
Denbigh and Lleweni Hall 4.1 mi
The Clwydian Way (8): Cyffylliog - Trefnant 4.5 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 Dolwen Riverside Camping have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Dolwen Riverside Camping dog friendly? No View all features
- What attractions are near Dolwen Riverside Camping? Attractions and activities nearby include: - Denbigh Castle: 10 minutes’ drive - Llyn Brenig (activities like walking, visiting an osprey exhibition, bicycle hire, mountain biking, sailing and fishing): 15 minutes - Denbigh … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Dolwen Riverside Camping?
RV, travel trailer and tent sites Arrive: 3 p.m. – 8 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. Please call the number provided on the booking confirmation 10 minutes before arrival.
Read more - How much does it cost to stay at Dolwen Riverside Camping? From $43.28 (for 1 night, 6 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.