- Camping with surfing
Best campsites for surfing in Stiperstones National Nature Reserve
99% (78) • 123 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds in Stiperstones National Nature Reserve
Nantcellan Barns
1. Nantcellan Barns
90%
(26)
Aberystwyth, Wales · 19 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Simple farm camping near Clarach Beach on the beautiful Ceredigion coast
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from
£15
/ night
Gwerniago Camping Site
2. Gwerniago Camping Site
96%
(70)
Machynlleth, Wales · 5 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Leave it to your kids’ imagination when it comes to this site. Rocky outcrops and magical valleys. It’s a proper fairytale of a site.
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from
£17
/ night
Greener Glamping
3. Greener Glamping
100%
(6)
Corwen, Wales · 2 units
An off-grid two-yurt glamping site in the Welsh Berwyn Mountains
Pets
Showers
Campfires
from
£99
/ night
Chilled Out Adult Only Glamping
4. Chilled Out Adult Only Glamping
100%
(32)
Mouldsworth, England · 8 units
Lakeside glamping on the edge of Delemere Forest and a 10-minute train ride from Chester
Showers
Campfires
Potable water
from
£96
/ night
Aberystwyth Glamping with Hot Tub!
5. Aberystwyth Glamping with Hot Tub!
100%
(4)
Aberystwyth, Wales · 1 unit
A lone bell tent with a hot tub and views in a pretty garden setting
Showers
Campfires
Hot Tub
from
£110
/ night
Cledan Valley
6. Cledan Valley
100%
(4)
Carno, Wales · 2 units
We are a family-run family-centred site that focuses on simple pleasures of being outdoors in a beautiful peaceful setting with a stream, meadows and woodland and Cambrian mountains. We have a rich wildlife to observe and plenty of space. We have outdoor games, board games and a treasure hunt to get children started on their adventures. We are happy to show you around our smallholding field nearby with llamas, chickens, ducks, bees and sometimes lambs or pigs. We have a range of offers for keen campers or campers who want a bit more comfort with proper beds and bedding. Lovely communal spaces as well as private space for each pitch. Maximum of 8 families over 10 acres.
Showers
Campfires
Potable water
from
£70
/ night
Eco Retreats Forest Retreat
7. Eco Retreats Forest Retreat
100%
(2)
Machynlleth, Wales · 5 units
A remote, off-grid yurt retreat in the heart of the Dyfi forest, where you can bathe with a view and cook over a campfire.
Showers
Campfires
Hot Tub
from
£151
/ night
Snowdonia Glamping Holidays
8. Snowdonia Glamping Holidays
100%
(14)
Betws Y Coed, Wales · 3 units
Hillside glamping in the Conwy Valley, in stylish glamping barns or a pair of luxury shepherd's huts with a wood-burning sauna.
Showers
Campfires
Potable water
from
£129
/ night
99% (78) • 123 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds in Stiperstones National Nature Reserve
Nantcellan Barns
1. Nantcellan Barns
90%
(26)
Aberystwyth, Wales · 19 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Simple farm camping near Clarach Beach on the beautiful Ceredigion coast
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from
£15
/ night
Gwerniago Camping Site
2. Gwerniago Camping Site
96%
(70)
Machynlleth, Wales · 5 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Leave it to your kids’ imagination when it comes to this site. Rocky outcrops and magical valleys. It’s a proper fairytale of a site.
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from
£17
/ night
Greener Glamping
3. Greener Glamping
100%
(6)
Corwen, Wales · 2 units
An off-grid two-yurt glamping site in the Welsh Berwyn Mountains
Pets
Showers
Campfires
from
£99
/ night
Chilled Out Adult Only Glamping
4. Chilled Out Adult Only Glamping
100%
(32)
Mouldsworth, England · 8 units
Lakeside glamping on the edge of Delemere Forest and a 10-minute train ride from Chester
Showers
Campfires
Potable water
from
£96
/ night
Aberystwyth Glamping with Hot Tub!
5. Aberystwyth Glamping with Hot Tub!
100%
(4)
Aberystwyth, Wales · 1 unit
A lone bell tent with a hot tub and views in a pretty garden setting
Showers
Campfires
Hot Tub
from
£110
/ night
Cledan Valley
6. Cledan Valley
100%
(4)
Carno, Wales · 2 units
We are a family-run family-centred site that focuses on simple pleasures of being outdoors in a beautiful peaceful setting with a stream, meadows and woodland and Cambrian mountains. We have a rich wildlife to observe and plenty of space. We have outdoor games, board games and a treasure hunt to get children started on their adventures. We are happy to show you around our smallholding field nearby with llamas, chickens, ducks, bees and sometimes lambs or pigs. We have a range of offers for keen campers or campers who want a bit more comfort with proper beds and bedding. Lovely communal spaces as well as private space for each pitch. Maximum of 8 families over 10 acres.
Showers
Campfires
Potable water
from
£70
/ night
Eco Retreats Forest Retreat
7. Eco Retreats Forest Retreat
100%
(2)
Machynlleth, Wales · 5 units
A remote, off-grid yurt retreat in the heart of the Dyfi forest, where you can bathe with a view and cook over a campfire.
Showers
Campfires
Hot Tub
from
£151
/ night
Snowdonia Glamping Holidays
8. Snowdonia Glamping Holidays
100%
(14)
Betws Y Coed, Wales · 3 units
Hillside glamping in the Conwy Valley, in stylish glamping barns or a pair of luxury shepherd's huts with a wood-burning sauna.
Showers
Campfires
Potable water
from
£129
/ night
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Cleibiomar
October 2025
Tent
With pets
Lovely place, definitely I recommend do you have everything you need on the site! I will come back on next season
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Yunus
September 2025
Tent
With kids
Really handy location for Borth snd Aberystwyth. Open air showers are fun!
Enjoyed our brief stay over the weekend.
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Kloe
August 2025
Tent
With kids
Great spot, turned up quite late in the night but the site was easily found with the coordinates proved. My husband loved the way the showers were set up!
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Amy
August 2025
2 nights at Cledan Valley
Lovely place. Clean facilities and powerful hot showers. Karen was helpful.
Unfortunately, our last night there (when we had an early start the next day) was a bit noisy as the red kite yurt is located between the communal lodge, the main toilet block and there was a tent full of noisy teenagers nearby. Maybe a noise curfew is needed at a certain time?
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Nic
August 2025
3 m Class B
Fantastic site, everything you need, very clean. thank you!
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David
August 2025
Tent
With kids
Well organised site in lovely location. Good facilities, family friendly, well maintained.
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Kathryn
August 2025
2 nights at Chilled Out Adult Only Glamping
Had an incredible few days at lloyds meadow, my husband did some fishing while I relaxed and crocheted, the campsite was clean and quiet, we even caught the meteor shower on Tuesday evening along with the northern lights. Sarah was an incredible host, always checking we had everything we needed, and very friendly.
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Peter
August 2025
Weekend Trip to Greener Glamping
Staying in the yurt was the perfect way to end our Snowdon adventure – warm, cozy, and full of character. After a day of climbing, it felt amazing to relax in such a unique place, surrounded by nature and good vibes.
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Omar
July 2025
Tent
With kids
Beautiful spot to camp on an open roaming field. Very good facilities with a sheltered kitchen.
Host was very quick to reply to answers.
Thanx and would recommend.
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Geraldine
June 2025
Tent
A lovely basic campsite, a short walk to Clarach bay and more strenuous on over the headland to Aberystwyth.
Love the open air shower and I would certainly use the site again if I was coming to the area
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Bethany
June 2025
Tent
With pets
Lovely area to stay, quiet and peaceful. Walked from the campsite to the beach and then into Aberystwyth. Will be back again!
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Declan
June 2025
Weekend Trip to Chilled Out Adult Only Glamping
Lloyds meadow what a beautiful place! As soon as we got here Sarah made us feel very welcomed showing us around and explaining everything that we needed, the bell tents were so clean and cozy. I can now see why the bed is award winning as I had the best sleep ever it was so comfortable! Little touches as ringing the bell for any help and bringing us fire wood whenever we needed it made us feel at home and welcomed. Lloyds meadow is the perfect get away and I would definitely highly recommend to anyone, it’s close to Chester town and has lovely bars and cafes nearby! Cannot fault in any way! Thankyou for having us, will definitely be coming back again! P.S we also made friends with the neighbours they were very welcoming also!!! ( the ducks & goats) xxx Beth and Dec
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Jane
June 2025
2 nights at Chilled Out Adult Only Glamping
The comfiest bed in this beautiful secluded site. The hostess Sarah takes the extra step to make sure your holiday runs smoothly. Ideal for couples or the solo traveller seeking a bit of luxury
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Anisha
May 2025
5 m Class B
The campsite was really easy to find and had gorgeous views. It was nice and spacious so we didn’t on top of other families. It was very windy but would be the time of year. The toilets and shower block is clean and a nice washing up facility for dishes. There are fridges available to use and taps near the non electric pitches too. We also used a fire pit which was great to end our visit. We would like to come back as it’s close to lots of great hikes and bike parks!
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Joseph
May 2025
Weekend Trip to Chilled Out Adult Only Glamping
Cannot fault our stay with Lloyds Meadow. 1st time we have glamped after years of camping and I don’t think I could go back to normal camping after such a wonderful experience here. Sarah was the best host we’ve ever had. Attentive, knowledgeable and nothing was too much to ask to ensure our stay was the best. We added the fire pit package and breakfast hamper which did not disappoint. Sitting out by the fire into the night, secluded and surrounded by nature & all of the wonderful sounds made for an unforgettable and addicting experience. (We will be back 100%)! We had a fishing peg on the stunning small lake just outside the tent entrance which also didn’t disappoint. Packed with Roach, Bream and some specimen Carp. All really good fun on light tackle. Let’s not forget the goats, who you can let out of the pen if you wish and they follow you around! What a great additional experience. There is also a pub which serves excellent food within a very short walking distance. The showers and toilets onsite were very clean & the best I’ve found on any site. Hats off to Sarah and Dan, who have created the perfect combination of real connection to nature, combined with the luxuries camping lacks sometimes. The beds in the tents are extremely comfy too. Thank you both & see you again soon. Emily and Joe.
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Joe
April 2025
Weekend Trip to Chilled Out Adult Only Glamping
Would highly recommend staying here. The site was perfect, and Sarah couldn’t have been friendlier or more helpful. Bbq, stove cooking breakfast, taking goats for a stroll, exploring the local walking routes, and setting up a wood fire at night - everything you could need.
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Clarice
April 2025
Weekend Trip to Chilled Out Adult Only Glamping
Absolutely wonderful experience! Gorgeous glampsite, great cooking facilities. Wonderful views and walks! Sarah is a really lovely host, I would highly recommend this beautiful spot to anyone thinking of booking, we'd love to come back!
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Lyndsey
April 2025
3 m Class B
With kids
Great peaceful site, relaxing bird song and clean toilet/ shower and washing up facilities.
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Pete
April 2025
2 nights at Aberystwyth Glamping with Hot Tub!
Fantastic location and beautiful surroundings. Louise was an excellent host and the bell tent, hot tub and facilities were lovely. Highly recommended, a real treat.
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mike
April 2025
3 m Class B
Fantastic campsite set in a beautiful location. Excellent clean facilities and we were greeted with a friendly smile. Nice and peaceful with lots of space.
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Best campsites for surfing in Stiperstones National Nature Reserve guide
Where to go
River East Onny & Darnford Brook
These two waterways link to form a natural divide between Stiperstones NNR and The Long Mynd to the southeast. With some of the only level, grassy ground between these two popular hilly areas, this is a region attracting lots of outdoor lovers. One of the best pitching places can be found in the wildflower meadows near Ratlinghope, where the Shropshire Way and Cross-Britain Way long-distance paths pass close.
The Long Mynd
The dramatic seven-mile-long wedge of plateau southeast of Stiperstones NNR is The Long Mynd: also part of the Shropshire Hills AONB. Scored by steep valleys and covered in stark moorland, it’s a magnet for hikers as several long-distance paths, such as the Shropshire Way and Cross-Britain Way trundle through, alongside mediaeval trading route The Portway. Prehistoric sites litter the hillsides too.
Kerry Ridgeway
Running along a ravishing ridgetop with Wales on one side and England on the other, this ancient route follows the way cattle drovers would have journeyed with their livestock. It spans 15 miles between Kerry in Wales and Bishop’s Castle in England, a few miles south of Stiperstones NNR. Expect comely sites and glamping pods set in rolling fields with fire pits and picnic tables.
Montgomery Canal & Northern River Severn Loop
Partially navigable Montgomery Canal threads between Frankton Junction in England, where it intersects with the Llangollen Canal, and Newtown in Wales. It runs about ten miles west of Stiperstones NNR. Sleepy, scenic countryside makes the whole waterway a very pleasant place to walk, cycle or try narrowboating. For much of its Welsh course (Arddleen-Newtown), the canal runs close to the northernmost winds of the River Severn. This level, lush, river-laced terrain has excellent camping possibilities.