Woodland campsites in Gower AONB

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Forest camping in Gower AONB means waking up to the hush of tree cover and the call of gulls overhead. With over 350 woodland options, you’ll find sites tucked between ancient oaks and quiet glades—some just a stroll from the sand. The average night costs £40, but you can pitch up for as little as £12 if you’re quick. Top picks like Pwllyn Farm Camping (117 reviews), Pytingwyn Woods (70 reviews), and Glan Y Mor Camping (50 reviews) offer showers, allow pets, and keep the toilets spotless. Days fill fast with wildlife-watching, a swim in a cool river, or grabbing a board and hitting the surf. Rubbish is your own to manage—leave the woods as you found them. Local tip: bring layers, as the breeze off the sea creeps into the trees at night.

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Top-rated campgrounds in Gower AONB

Glan Y Mor Camping

1. Glan Y Mor Camping

98%
(84)
Pembroke, Wales · 13 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
A super-friendly, family-run campsite on the edge of Pembroke
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Pytingwyn Woods

2. Pytingwyn Woods

97%
(153)
Brecon, Wales · 10 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Almost-wild camping on the banks of the River Honddu, edging the Brecon Beacons
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Celtic Woodland Holidays

3. Celtic Woodland Holidays

99%
(140)
Maesmynis, Wales · 13 units · Tents, Glamping
An idyllic, wooded, Wye Valley escape, offering glamping pods, a treehouse and traditional woodland camping on levelled pitches
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The Woodland at Henllys Estate
The Woodland at Henllys Estate

4. The Woodland at Henllys Estate

Llandovery, Wales · 1 unit
Our ancient woodland is 15 acres with streams and a lake. There are fields of grazing sheep all around. We have just two camps. It is our first season and we will be very happy to hear your on the spot feedback. Help us develop a really good camping experience. The two camps are at opposite ends of the woodland and are set up with two Tentsile tree tents each. It is quiet, peaceful and lovely, great for birdwatching. The Bannau Brycheiniog, (the Brecon Beacons) are a stone's throw away, you can see them from our property. The A40 and Llandovery train station are just minutes away.
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Pwllyn Farm Camping

5. Pwllyn Farm Camping

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(219)
Brecon, Wales · 18 units · Tents, Motorhomes
A wild-feeling, adult-only campsite in the Brecon Beacons National Park, with impressive views of Pen y Fan
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Big Barn Camping

6. Big Barn Camping

99%
(65)
Laugharne, Wales · 16 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Care-free camping and glamping in the heart of Carmarthen Bay's Dylan Thomas country.
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Pure & Rustic

7. Pure & Rustic

86%
(7)
Croyde, England · 6 units
Acres of beautiful woodlands & pastures for those that like to sleep under canvas with or without electric. Hot showers, Pure Greenfields spring water on tap, designated fire pits to bring out your rawness of nature!! Pure & Rustic is close by to some fantastic local pubs, and the beaches of Croyde, Saunton, Putsborough & Woolacombe. A magical woodland retreat to watch the moon & stars float by..!
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LEE MEADOW FARM CAMPING

8. LEE MEADOW FARM CAMPING

95%
(11)
Ilfracombe, England · 45 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Traditional camping with lovely farm shop and take away Bike hire Zip wire camping shop Camp fires allowed bell tent glamping stays available cycle trail at the end of the lane situated just off the South West Coast Path 5 min drive from award winning Woolacombe Beach set in the beautiful countryside with some amazing views some of the sea electric hookup available grass pitches free hot showers washing up facilities family bathroom plenty of room for everyone to have a lovely time
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Waunbayvil Camping

9. Waunbayvil Camping

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(8)
Crymych, Wales · 3 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Waunbayvil wild camping. A teeny pop up campsite for private groups. Come alone or bring friends and family. Just 10 mins drive from the sea at Ceibwr on the Pembrokeshire coast. The space Waunbayvil camping is set in its own secluded spot on 40 acres of private wildland and woodlands in the Pembrokeshire national Park, with a pond and views of the stunning landscape. It is the perfect getaway, a place to re-connect with nature and your loved ones in the most peaceful place away from it all. This is not a big campsite with lots of other people, you can book one of 3 seperate fields for a private group, or otherwise, only 2 or 3 families very spread out at a time. The pitches are set out with plenty of space in between. There is parking for cars or campervans with nothing but nature all around you. We also have a small hard standing area for campervan. There is a shared compost loo, a washing up area, and an off grid shower shack. It is set in the most beautiful surroundings, teaming with wild life and filled with wild orchids and many different species of grasses and wildflowers. It is unique and a treat for people who love natural habitat. The sea is about two miles away where there are spectacular cliff walks for many miles on the Pembrokeshire coast path, and beautiful beaches for swimming. Bring logs and kindling with you. (Can be bought from any garage) If you bring a cool box we can top you up with frozen ice packs. Just ask. NO LOUD PARTIES Guest access Acres of land and woodland, compost loo, shower hut, pond. Other things to note 40 acres of meadows, wildlife habitat and woods which guests are welcome to roam. You can walk down the track and visit the artists gallery and shop in the big blue barn. "A great site for those who like to be on their own in the wilds. Great way to enjoy easy access to some of the best coast line in Britain . Amazing art work too!" Jenny
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Coastal Stay Camping

10. Coastal Stay Camping

96%
(26)
Llanrhian, Wales · 1 unit
Camping and glamping with immaculate facilities, wood-fired pizzas, and sea views to and Abereiddy and Porthgain.
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Llandyfan Camping

11. Llandyfan Camping

100%
(15)
England · 29 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Our beautiful home is a glamping and camping site with its own gorgeous fishing lake on the outskirts of the village of Llandyfan. You can find us to the west of the Brecon Beacons or Bannau Brycheiniog National Park. Llandyfan Campsite has been lovingly re-established in early 2024 by Andy and Jo. Since taking ownership, we have rolled up our sleeves and got stuck into restoring it to its former glory and will soon be back to being a fully operational slice of Welsh heaven. Our first focus has been the fishing lake which we opened in March. The campsite followed in May. We are currently working on electric hook ups and other improvements. We have chickens on site that roam free during the day. They are friendly and like to wander around the tents to say hello to our guests! We would like everyone who visits to have a great time and a relaxing break. Whilst here please be considerate towards others, to their property, and while using the facilities. If you have any concerns, please let us know. We have brought out a few rules from our T&Cs and we kindly ask that you have a read through before your stay. Litter: You must pick up your litter. Please either take it with you or recycle it appropriately in the bins onsite. There are bins around the campsite, please recycle where possible. Pitches to be left as you found them. Noise: Be respectful and consider your neighbours. Keep noise to a minimum after 10pm and before 8am in the morning. No loud music is to be played at any time. Children: Children must be supervised at all times around the campsite and can play within the pitch space allocated to you. At quiet times, it may be possible for children to use vacant pitches for play but this cannot be guaranteed. The amenity block and associated facilities are not to be used as a play area. Dogs: Must not to be left unattended. Are to be kept on leads at all times whilst on the campsite. (We are working on an enclosed dog walking area, however this is not yet available). no refunds on bookings if cancelled withing 10days of booking
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Cowpots Camping

12. Cowpots Camping

100%
(72)
Ciffig, Wales · 19 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Camping with 'en-pitch' facilities on a working farm that produces the finest homemade ice-cream for miles
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Wild camping at Emmetts on Exmoor

13. Wild camping at Emmetts on Exmoor

89%
(23)
Minehead, England · 4 units
Emmetts on Exmoor is part of the highest farm on the moor, up at an altitude of 1250 feet with gorgeous views out over the surrounding scenery of the national park. You won't find a better place for spotting wildlife right from your tent! Red deer herds regularly frequent the moor which is opposite your pitch. Other wildlife in the area include cuckoos, woodpeckers, golden plovers, foxes and much more! This is a place that’s big on space but small on guest numbers (just four pitches which are not visible from one another), so there’s always plenty of space around to soak up the rural atmosphere, spot wildlife and play games. The site is unmanned so make sure you have all the info you need before setting off and it’s worth noting that Exmoor National Park was designated Europe’s first Dark Sky Reserve back in 2011, so you should hopefully be in for spectacular displays of stars by night too. Unsurprisingly, this is a great area for walks and mountain bike rides; other activities in the area include things like fishing, sailing and pony trekking. If you’ve still got any energy left after that little lot, the farm’s all-weather tennis court is available to hire for a game or two. There is a proper shower and loo available next to the car parking area and all pitches are approximately a 500 metre walk away from this area through woodland and across pasture. Remember the site is off-grid so it’s a good idea to remember to bring along a torch. Guests are welcome to bring along a barbecue or hire a firepit and purchase wood onsite. Simonsbath (5 minutes) has a pub and a tearoom and Exford and Withypool (both within 15 minutes) have good village shops for picking up any other supplies you might need. The Poltimore Arms and The Exmoor Forest Inn are two very local pubs that are well worth a visit.
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Dragonfly Woodland Camping

14. Dragonfly Woodland Camping

98%
(59)
Kilgetty, Wales · 10 units · Tents, Motorhomes
A handful of pitches in a nine-acre wood, all within easy reach of the beautiful Daugleddau Estuary in Pembrokeshire
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Preseli Glamping woodland camping

15. Preseli Glamping woodland camping

97%
(47)
Haverfordwest, Wales · 15 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Camping and glamping in a quiet corner of a Pembrokeshire adventure centre, with a bar on the doorstep and a beach down the road
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Teifi Meadows

16. Teifi Meadows

100%
(5)
L Ampeter · 10 units · Tents, Motorhomes
We are a small, peaceful. secluded campsite bordered by woodland and a stream, set amidst the wildlife country of the Ceredigion countryside on the edge of the Cambrian mountains. With only 20 camping pitches (7 with hard standing) and 'The Bothy' shepherd's hut, Teifi Meadows is a place to relax, unwind and appreciate the calming beauty of nature. This is a dark sky zone with stunning celestial views on clear nights, and near-zero light pollution as well as pristine air and water quality. Our guests tend to appreciate the quiet stillness here and we don't have a lot of disturbances...so all you will hear is the wind, the birds, the rushing streams and perhaps the odd cow! :) Everyone, even the cynical, should have a little romance in their lives. Especially if it includes a scenic setting with easy access to local pubs (a holiday extra that thaws the icy hearts of the cynical even more than blazing sunsets). Teifi Meadows should warm the battery of your camera as well as the cockles of your heart: this is wildlife country – look out for red kites overhead – in the midst of the greenery of the Ceredigion countryside, and close to the walks, dolphin spotting and beaches of the stunning west coast and Cardigan Bay. National Trust sites, River Teifi fishing and canoeing, mountain pony trekking, Roman gold mines and blooming great gardens are in the area too. Lampeter, about three miles away, has plenty of food shops, independent stores and a farmers’ market, and the pub at Cellan, also three miles away, serves food and Sunday lunches - another romantic highlight…
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Llwyngwair Manor Holiday Park

17. Llwyngwair Manor Holiday Park

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(12)
Newport, Wales · 8 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Riverside camping and bell tents at this well-run spot that's ideally located for exploring Pembrokeshire.
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Cuddfan - The Hiding Place

18. Cuddfan - The Hiding Place

100%
(14)
Crickhowell, Wales · 2 units
A secluded, riverside bell tent in the heart of The Black Mountains
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Top Of The Woods Camping & Glamping

19. Top Of The Woods Camping & Glamping

99%
(52)
Boncath, Wales · 22 units · Tents, Glamping
Care-free Welsh camping with acres of space, excellent walks and a beautiful woodland on the doorstep
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Llansawel Agored

20. Llansawel Agored

100%
(9)
Llandeilo, Wales · 13 units · Tents, Glamping
Overnight adventures on an off-grid, wild-ish campsite with campfires allowed in Carmarthenshire.
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