There are lots of campsites in Mid Wales, surrounded by the verdant, lush landscapes of Powys with its country houses, castles, gardens and nature reserves and the ragged coastline of Ceredigion where the dolphins frolic in Cardigan Bay. The Gower peninsula itself is stunning, recognised as the UK’s first Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in 1956.
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Swansea Bay is a vast arc of sand culminating at Mumbles, a cosy, bustling village full of charm. Carmarthenshire, the legendary birthplace of King Arthur’s wizard Merlin, was also the inspiration for Dylan Thomas. Camping in West Wales is popular with those seeking great surfing beaches, mixed with visits to some of Wales’s most beautiful castles. Camping and caravanning in West WalesĪ great place for a great escape. When camping in South Wales you’ll discover National Trust properties like Dyffren Gardens, enticing rock pools at Ogmore, the lively promenade of Barry Island, quaint towns like Penarth and delicious wines at Llanerch Vineyard. Stretching between Swansea and Cardiff, it encompasses pretty villages, sweeping sand dunes sheltering pick-your-own fruit farms and, yes, vineyards. The Vale of Glamorgan is a popular destination for its beaches and local produce. The city offers a wealth of colourful history, superb shopping, museums and of course a passion for rugby that is unequalled anywhere in the world. With the capital city of Cardiff, South Wales is always going to be a vibrant, energetic place. More sedately, try the Rhyl miniature railway, the Talyllyn railway or the Snowdon Mountain Railway, ferrying passengers to the summit of Snowdon since 1896. North Wales is ideal for exploring Betws-y-Coed, the beautiful ‘Gateway to Snowdonia’ and a big draw for fans of adventure activities. When caravanning or camping in North Wales it’s easy to discover the history and turbulent times of Wrexham on the English border, or the idyllic empty beaches of Anglesey where, at times, the turquoise waters of the Caribbean somehow meet Wales.įind a perfect campsite or caravan park in North Wales around Rhyl, Prestatyn or Harlech that ticks all your boxes, or venture around the coast to find more caravan parks. Castles like Conwy, Caernarfon, Harlech and Beaumaris stand, battered but still iconic, and are the stuff of every child’s imagination. This is an epic region for camping and caravanning with dramatic castles, brooding mountains, wonderful beaches and loads of activities to keep everyone happy. With an array of outdoor activities, as well as places of interest from Norman castles, Tudor mansions and megalithic stone circles to picturesque villages, characterful fishing ports and vibrant modern towns, there’s plenty on offer for anyone camping in Wales. It’s a country of history, jaw-dropping scenery and immense natural beauty. Many of the campsites in Wales are found along its majestic, rugged coastline with perhaps the best views you’re likely to encounter in the UK.
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