When can I check in and check out of Cae Ddel Country Camping?

Camping and touring Arrive: noon – 9:30 p.m. Depart by: 11:30 a.m. Read more

How much does it cost to stay at Cae Ddel Country Camping?

From R1 044,96 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.

Cae Ddel Country Camping

View prices & book Last booked 5 days ago 10 13 reviews

Nearly wild campsite for Greener Camping Club members in Gwynedd
Beaches five minutes’ drive and Eryri National Park 10 minutes
Spacious and off-grid grass pitches; showers in a converted trailer

Newly opened in 2024, Cae Ddel Country Camping is little gem of a Greener Camping Club members-only (nearly) wild campsite in Gwynedd, with spacious grassy pitches tucked into woodland a short walk from a couple of wildlife ponds. This is an off-grid tents-only site with no electric hook-ups or wifi, offering you a total detox from the 21st-century world; take advantage of that to enjoy some quiet downtime with partners, family or friends. However, Cae Ddel deserves its ‘nearly’ wild camping accolade thanks to the hot showers found in the up-cycled trailer, along with three loos and a washing-up area to make your camping adventure as effortless as possible. If you fancy trying a bit of alfresco cooking, there are firepits, barbecues and chimeneas to hand for your use, and covered picnic huts for all-weather dining outside. There’s also plenty to do in the vicinity of the campsite, with Criccieth beaches five minutes’ drive, and the gateway to Eryri National Park (Snowdonia) 10 minutes away by car.

Site type

Open now

Please note

Single-sex bookings of 4 or more people (excluding couples) are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
Bookings must not be for more than 28 consecutive nights.
The site caters for families (immediate members) and couples only - bookings from all other forms of groups are not accepted.
At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.
Units longer than 5.5 metres are not allowed.
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.
No gas barbecues allowed.
Swimming in the lake is not allowed.
Fires, barbecues and/or firepits will not be permitted in dry, windy and/or hot weather conditions.

Languages spoken

English

Welsh

Open from Thu, 17 Apr to Tue, 30 Sept 2025

Pitch types & availability

Non-electric grass and earth tent pitch

6 people maximum

Ground type: Grass and earth

Pitch size: Min 3.0m width x 5.0m depth (9.8ft width x 16.4ft depth) Calculated area: 15.0m² (161.5ft²)

6 people maximum

One Tent allowed per pitch

Additional units require additional pitches - quick book via 'Make another booking like this' after making your booking.

Pitch size

Min 3.0m width x 5.0m depth (9.8ft width x 16.4ft depth) Calculated area: 15.0m² (161.5ft²)

Ground type

Grass and earth

Suitable for

Tent, (Trailer tent not allowed)

Features

Bring a gazebo 1 included, 1 max.

Bring an awning 1 included, 1 max.

Bring a pup tent 1 included, 1 max.

Car 2 included, 2 max.

Dog(s) allowed 2 included, 2 max.

Car parking by pitch/unit

Firepit

Picnic table

Extras

Greener Camping Club membership (compulsory)		£12 (£12) per stay
Already a Greener Camping Club member? (1 max)		-£12 (-£12) per stay
Barbecue hire (max unlimited)		£5 (£5) per item

You will be able to choose extras on the booking page.

Arrival days

From £42 (£42) 1 night, 2 adults

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Woodland camping non-electric grass and earth tent pitch (wild)

4 people maximum

Ground type: Grass and earth

Pitch size: Max 3.0m width x 3.0m depth (9.8ft width x 9.8ft depth) Calculated area: 9.0m² (96.9ft²)

4 people maximum

These special hideaway pitches in the wooland offer a very natural authentic camping experience, off the main field. The toilets and showers will be a little further away but you will have your privacy. No open fires allowed in this woodland area, hired chimeneas or bbqs only.

One Tent allowed per pitch

Additional units require additional pitches - quick book via 'Make another booking like this' after making your booking.

Pitch size

Max 3.0m width x 3.0m depth (9.8ft width x 9.8ft depth) Calculated area: 9.0m² (96.9ft²)

Ground type

Grass and earth

0 rooms

Suitable for

Tent, (Trailer tent not allowed)

Features

Car 1 included, 1 max.
Dog(s) allowed 1 included, 1 max.

Car parking by pitch/unit

Other restrictions

Awnings not allowed
Gazebos not allowed
Pup tents not allowed

Extras

Greener Camping Club membership (compulsory)

£12 (£12) per stay
Already a Greener Camping Club member? (1 max) -£12 (-£12) per stay

You will be able to choose extras on the booking page.

Arrival days

From £47 (£47) 1 night, 2 adults

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Non-electric grass and gravel campervan pitch

6 people maximum

Ground type: Grass and gravel

Pitch size: Max 3.0m width x 7.0m depth (9.8ft width x 23.0ft depth) Calculated area: 21.0m² (226.0ft²)

6 people maximum

You will need to contact the site owners if you want to empty your chemical toilet. We do not allow formaldehyde-based chemicals, only organic chemicals.

One Campervan allowed per pitch

Additional units require additional pitches - quick book via 'Make another booking like this' after making your booking.

Pitch size

Max 3.0m width x 7.0m depth (9.8ft width x 23.0ft depth) Calculated area: 21.0m² (226.0ft²)

Ground type

Grass and gravel

Suitable for

Campervan, (Motorhome not allowed)

Features

Car 1 included, 1 max.

Dog(s) allowed 1 included, 2 max.

Car parking by pitch/unit

Chemical disposal point

Firepit

Picnic table

Other restrictions

Awnings not allowed

Gazebos not allowed

Pup tents not allowed

Extras

Greener Camping Club membership (compulsory)		£12 (£12) per stay
Additional dog (2 max)		£20 (£20) per stay
Already a Greener Camping Club member? (1 max)		-£12 (-£12) per stay

You will be able to choose extras on the booking page.

Arrival days

From £52 (£52) 1 night, 2 adults

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Glamping bell tent

2 people maximum

Dimensions: 5.0m width x 5.0m length (16.4ft width x 16.4ft length) Calculated area: 25.0m² (269.1ft²)

2 people maximum

New for 2025. If you want to camp but don't own a tent or don't want the work of pitching a tent, or you like camping but need a real bed this is for you. A ready erected bell tent with a double bed with mattress and sheet, just bring your own sleeping bags and pillows. With outdoor seats and bbq in your own private area near the pond this is luxury camping.

Please bring your own towels, bed linen, duvets and pillows.

Dimensions

5.0m width x 5.0m length (16.4ft width x 16.4ft length) Calculated area: 25.0m² (269.1ft²)

1 room

Open space 1 x Double bed

No toilets in the unit: shared facilities available.

No showers in the unit: shared facilities available.

Features

Car 1 included, 1 max.
Dog(s) allowed 1 included, 1 max.

Campers' kitchen
Car parking by pitch/unit
Cooking equipment
Lanterns/fairy lights
Outdoor furniture
Picnic table

Other restrictions

Bed linen not provided

Extras

Additional dog (2 max)

£20 (£20) per stay

You will be able to choose extras on the booking page.

Arrival days

From £130 (£130) 2 nights, 2 adults

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Only showing reviews for the last 30 months.

Outside seat, perfect for having supper and a bit of knitting! roof for protection from weather.

Cae ddel. camping pitch with a wooden hut.

Great place well worth the money and good location.

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Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	No rating

Karl H. Apr 2025

Non-electric grass and earth tent pitch

Liked: Lovely area, decor of the facilities.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Small, quiet site with great facilities.

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	No rating
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	No rating

Kerry I. Sept 2024

Non-electric grass and gravel campervan pitch

Liked: Quiet, cool converted horsebox loos and showers. Lovely little woodland walk. Outside seats covered so you can sit outside when if it's raining. Lovely friendly owner.

Disliked: Satnav takes you past the field, so drive slowly in case you miss it.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Absolutely amazing site!

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	No rating
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	No rating

Anonymous Oct 2024

Non-electric grass and earth tent pitch

Liked: Woodland Pitches.
Peaceful site away from civilization, yet at the same time conveniently located.
Tastefully styled and very functional/clean facilities.
Gateway to Snowden National Park.
The birds were singing on arrival so that tells you something!

Disliked: Nothing!

Recommend to friends Visit again

1st camp with 2 labradors...

Overall	10/10
Location	8
Value for money	8
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	8
Customer service	8
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	2

Anonymous Sept 2024

Non-electric grass and earth tent pitch

Liked: Ist time camp with 2 labradors...
My Grandson, my dogs & I loved the woodland walk.
The dogs enjoyed running around off lead chasing each other in the designated enclosed dog field.
As a family who value peace, tranquility & privacy the location was ideal, ideal pitch size.
All the facilities were clean & fresh & we thoroughly appreciate what is on offer here in this hidden gem.
Thank you for an absolutely wonderful stay, we didn't want to leave.

Disliked: There is nothing to dislike here.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Cae Ddel is a great campsite. If you want to have a quiet…

Overall	10/10
Location	8
Value for money	10
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Matt C. Sept 2024

Non-electric grass and earth tent pitch

Liked: Cae Ddel is a great campsite.

If you want to have a quiet time, enjoy camping and just need the basic facilities it is perfect.

If you need to disconnect from modern life, you'll find the lack of interruptions from the internet an ideal "digital detox". There is no WiFi or mobile internet access here.

The site only opened this year and Frances and her partner have created a little oasis near the village of Rhoslan.

The toilet block and showers are in a well equipped trailer and are kept very clean and tidy.

If you're travelling on foot, there is a bus service between Rhoslan and Criccieth, or you can walk the 4km to the train station.

Each pitch has a wooden hut where four people can comfortably sit, socialise and prepare food.

The nearest shops are in Criccieth, so make sure you bring a few days supply of food and drinks with you.

There is a beautiful woodland walk within the site. There are lots of trees and a couple of ponds that have plenty of birds and wildlife.

I really enjoyed my stay at Cae Ddel and I wish the owners all the best for the future.

Matt

Recommend to friends Visit again

Small and quiet campsite Nice toilets/showers Dog run and short walk through forest…

Overall	10/10
Location	8
Value for money	10
Accommodation	8
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	8
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	No rating

Sammi B. Sept 2024

Non-electric grass and earth tent pitch

Liked: Small and quiet campsite
Nice toilets/showers
Dog run and short walk through forest
Friendly host

Recommend to friends Visit again

Brilliant for a rustic cosy camp.

Overall	10/10
Location	8
Value for money	8
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	8
Customer service	8
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	2

Anonymous Aug 2024

Non-electric grass and earth tent pitch

Liked: Good space given, nicely sheltered from the wind and cute and clean facilities!

Disliked: We took a gamble entering the campsite as there wasn't any signage, but luckily we were right. ☺️

Recommend to friends Visit again

The campsite offered plenty of space for the children to explore. Loved…

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	6
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	6
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	No rating

Anonymous Aug 2024

Non-electric grass and earth tent pitch

Liked: The campsite offered plenty of space for the children to explore. Loved the trailer (toilet and shower block).

Diolch.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Toilets and showers: everything new and well mantained!…

Overall	10/10
Location	8
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	No rating
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	No rating
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	No rating

Anonymous Aug 2024

Non-electric grass and earth tent pitch

Liked: Toilets and showers: everything new and well mantained!

Disliked: A bit too close to the road that can be quite noisy during the weekend

Recommend to friends Visit again

I arrived in creccieth in atrocious weather…….. I was fed up and…

Overall	10/10
Location	8
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	2

Anonymous Aug 2024

Non-electric grass and earth tent pitch

Liked: I arrived in creccieth in atrocious weather…….. I was fed up and soaked through to the skin! I phoned Frances for a little help with directions as I was arriving by foot! She couldn’t do enough for me.
The pitch I was given was perfect…….. sheltered and quiet! Toilet and shower facilities were excellent………. Modern spacious and plenty of hot water! Had a well chilled holiday……… thanks!

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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 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 Wifi

Groups welcome

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

Rules

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

Themes

Peaceful Remote location Walkers' paradise Wildlife haven

Utilities

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

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby

Type

Tiny (1-10 pitches)

Location

Cae Ddel Country Camping

Llanystumdwy Road

Rhoslan

Criccieth

Gwynedd

Wales

LL52 0NA

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)

GPS

52.93683°N
-4.26469°W

Nearest transport

Coach

2.9 km High Street

6.1 km Brynbachau

Rail

2.7 km Criccieth Rail Station

6.2 km Penychain Rail Station

8.5 km Abererch Rail Station

Ferry

28.2 km Barmouth Ferry Landing

28.7 km Porth Penrhyn Ferry Landing

33.6 km Aberdaron Ferry Landing

Airport

39.7 km Anglesey Airport

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

There’s a fair choice of outdoorsy and cultural options in this corner of North Wales; you can soon be lounging on the beach, learning a new watersport or trying your hand at multigolf in Criccieth (five minutes’ drive), while the hiking, climbing and cycling opportunities of Eryri National Park (10 minutes) could keep you busy for days. If you’re travelling with kids, wear them out on the inflatable floating climbing courses at Glasfryn Parc (15 minutes), or introduce them to the joys of steam-train travel with a ride through scenic Gwynedd countryside on the Welsh Highland Heritage Railway from Porthmadog (also 15 minutes). Sneak a little heritage into the holiday mix with a day out at the Italianate folly that is Portmeirion (20 minutes), where you can admire madcap colourful architecture or put your feet up in the spa. Tour the ramparts of Caernarfon Castle (25 minutes) for dramatic views over the River Seiont, or head for Harlech Castle (half an hour) to see jousting tournaments and take the informative self-guided tour of its towers and courtyards.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name	Distance	Type	2020	2019	2018	2017
Criccieth	3.2 km	Sea	Good	Good	Excellent	Excellent
Craig Du Beach Central	6.8 km	Sea	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Glan Don Beach	10.8 km	Sea	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Pwllheli	12.3 km	Sea	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Harlech	12.3 km	Sea	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Criccieth Castle 3.1 km

Welsh Highland Railway (Porthmadog) 8.8 km

Ffestiniog Railway 9.3 km

Portmeirion Gardens 11.4 km

CADW - Harlech Castle 13.6 km

National Trust

Plas yn Rhiw 27 km

Plas Newydd Country House and Gardens 29.7 km

Ty^ Mawr Wybrnant 31.1 km

Bodnant Garden 45.4 km

Aberconwy House 48 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

Morfa Bychan 7.3 km

Cwmystradllyn Reservoir - Ty Mawr Slate Mill 8.7 km

B4417 - Tre'r Ceiri - B4417 10.8 km

Gyrn Goch - Afon Hen - Gyrn Goch 11.3 km

Portmeirion - Minffordd - Boston Lodge Halt - Portmeirio 11.4 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.

Policies

Booking terms and conditions

Admission

At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.

Safety

Barbecues are permitted but must be raised off the ground and attended by an adult at all times.

Changes to your holiday

Bookings cannot be amended within 3 day(s) of arrival.

General

Bookings must not be for more than 28 consecutive nights.

Dogs

Dogs must be kept on leads and supervised at all times.

Safety

Firearms are not permitted.
Fires, barbecues and/or firepits will not be permitted in dry, windy and/or hot weather conditions.
Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the site are unlit.

Extras

Motorbike(s) can be brought instead of the car(s) included.

Safety

No gas barbecues allowed.

Occupancy

No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.

Arrivals and departures

No refunds/discounts for inclement weather, late arrivals or early departures.

Vehicles

No vehicle movement between 10 p.m. and 5:30 a.m..
Only one car is to be parked by the pitch. Extra vehicles must be parked in the designated area.

General

Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
Quiet hours must be respected between 10 p.m. and 7 a.m..
Radio, music and TV players must be kept at a low volume. Car doors and boots must be closed quietly.
Refunds within the indicated cancellation period are only possible if the site is able to relet your unit/pitch.

Occupancy

Single-sex bookings of 4 or more people (excluding couples) are not permitted via Pitchup.com.

Safety

Swimming in the lake is not allowed.

General

The management reserves the right to deny access or terminate the stay of those guests whose behaviour is deemed unsuitable. No refunds will be offered.

Occupancy

The site caters for families (immediate members) and couples only - bookings from all other forms of groups are not accepted.

General

The site is not liable for any refund in the event of force majeure.

Vehicles

Units longer than 5.5 metres are not allowed.

Arrivals and departures

Units will be allocated on arrival.

Pitches

You must follow the management directives when pitching your tent/unit and related equipment.

Payment terms

Offers

Conditions apply - see pitch type section for details

Nearest sites

Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable sites.

Frequently asked questions

Does Cae Ddel Country Camping have a swimming pool? No View all features
Is Cae Ddel Country Camping dog friendly? Yes View all features
What attractions are near Cae Ddel Country Camping? There’s a fair choice of outdoorsy and cultural options in this corner of North Wales; you can soon be lounging on the beach, learning a new watersport or trying your hand at … Read more
When can I check in and check out of Cae Ddel Country Camping?

Camping and touring

Arrive: noon – 9:30 p.m.

Depart by: 11:30 a.m.

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How much does it cost to stay at Cae Ddel Country Camping? From R1 044,96 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.