Campsites near Abergele

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On the North Wales Coast, laidback market town Abergele has access to all of the popular sandy shoreline but is also backed by scenic, seldom-explored wooded hillsides containing 19th-century Gwrych Castle, two hill forts, and rare horseshoe bat colonies. The town presents a peaceful contrast with bustling resorts like Colwyn Bay to the west and Rhyl to the east, which makes Abergele a great base for forays southwest into woodsy Dyffryn Conwy and that valley’s adventure sports. To the southeast, the Clwydian Range offers superb hillwalking. Large campsites are situated along the coast northeast of Abergele—otherwise, try glamping in rustic shepherd’s huts in the rolling wooded hills just south.

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Hollow Oak Glamping

1. Hollow Oak Glamping

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(43)
4.4km from Abergele · 2 units
Handcrafted huts on a working farm, 10 minutes from the coast and 30 minutes from Snowdonia National Park
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Pentre Du Camping Club

2. Pentre Du Camping Club

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(72)
5.6km from Abergele · 40 units
Simply good camping with campfires allowed near Colwyn Bay
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Dolwen Riverside Camping

3. Dolwen Riverside Camping

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(20)
15km from Abergele · 8 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Peaceful, riverside camping in North Wales
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The Cabins Conwy

4. The Cabins Conwy

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(20)
19km from Abergele · 3 units
Eco-friendly cabins in a wild, riverside setting, with views of the Carneddau Mountains
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Tree Tops and Train Tracks

5. Tree Tops and Train Tracks

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(19)
23km from Abergele · 9 units · Tents, Glamping
Woodland camping on the edge of the Clwydian Range in North Wales
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Snowdonia Glamping Holidays

6. Snowdonia Glamping Holidays

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(14)
26km from Abergele · 1 unit
Hillside glamping in the Conwy Valley, in stylish glamping barns or a pair of luxury shepherd's huts with a wood-burning sauna.
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Maes Heddwch/Peaceful Field

7. Maes Heddwch/Peaceful Field

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27km from Abergele · 2 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Luxury Glamping or Meadow Camping at Maes Heddwch/Peaceful Field you can really get the 'away from it all feeling' on our small holding and wild flower meadow 'Over the Moon’/'Dros y Lleuad'. Our award winning luxury ensuite Shepherds Hut sleeps two adults in a comfy king-size double bed, is nestled in our enclosed orchard Visit all year round for weekends or longer stays. In the summer you can book a whole 3 Acre camping meadow for yourselves and/or friends and family. Popular with friendship groups and extended families for holidays and special occasions you have 24 hour exclusive access to the shelter if the Hay Barn and it's facilities. If you would like to be introduced to our sheep or hens please ask! One of the things people love about staying here is the amazing views - including watching the moon rise over the mountains. The developing Clwydian dark sky region means there are great views of the night sky and sometimes northern lights. You may just want to hang out and relax but there’s lots to do too! There are lovely local forest and waterside walks, neolithic burial sites, a stone circle, Osprey, butterfly and (if you are lucky) red squirrel watching, a secret waterfall and river swimming, easy and challenging off road cycling options, access to water sports. Or if you want to use a car to help get up higher the Clwydian and Berwyn Mountains and Eryri (Snowdon) National Park are all within a half an hour drive. If history and mooching is your thing we are just 5 miles from Ruthin - one of the oldest existing Tudor towns - boasting an historic gaol, a craft centre with regular exhibitions and a castle with a spa and peacocks. Denbigh with its stunning castle, Corwen, Llangollen, Llyn Tegid (Bala) and the North Wales Coast are easy to reach by car. There are also options for days out using public transport including taking a steam train. Please ask - they aren't all known to Google! The nearby village has a community run pub and shop with the Glan Llyn tafan offering food by local gastro company Sorbus. In fact there are loads of great little villages near by each with their own character and points of interest including great cafes, walks, Punjabi pub food, historic churches and sacred wells.
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Mynydd Derwydd Wildcamping

8. Mynydd Derwydd Wildcamping

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(70)
28km from Abergele · 7 units
Adventurous mountain-top camping on a hill farm in North Wales
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Ty Famau Geo Lodges

9. Ty Famau Geo Lodges

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(24)
30km from Abergele · 3 units
Luxury geodesic domes with hot tubs in the Clwydian mountains of North Wales
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The Peacock Shepherds Hut

10. The Peacock Shepherds Hut

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(15)
30km from Abergele · 1 unit
This newly opened Peacock Shepherds Hut is set on our 20 acre smallholding in beautiful North Wales. We have many animals..llamas, alpacas, sheep, goats. Peacocks and Guinea fowl wander freely on our land. Our guests are welcome to meet all of our creatures as well as relaxing in the peace and quiet here.
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Plas yn Llangoed

11. Plas yn Llangoed

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(72)
35km from Abergele · 15 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Camping pitches and bell tents on Anglesey Island with views across the Menai Strait to the mountains of Snowdonia
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Bwch Yn Uchaf

12. Bwch Yn Uchaf

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(163)
47km from Abergele · 20 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Narrow-gauge steam railway station, countryside views, gorgeous riverside setting. What's not to love?!
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Snowdonia Glamping

13. Snowdonia Glamping

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51km from Abergele · 4 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
The incredible views of the Dwyryd estuary and Portmeirion, make this small wild camping site, with horse box glamping in Snowdonia, a really unique space. It can also be booked by individual sites or entirely by your group. An ideal location for exploring all that Snowdonia has to offer. Close to beautiful beaches and mountains. Or just stay put and enjoy the view! Ideal for individuals or small to medium size groups. There is a horse box that sleeps 2 on a high bed above the cab and has a kitchenette/dining space. There are 4 camp areas, one is quite large. All are less than 25 metres from the parking area and there are very basic facilities, a compost toilet and a tap. This is usually a self check in site and all sites need to be left clean and tidy for the next guests. This is a simple and unspoilt site that offers a tranquil setting, with sounds of nature and amazing views. There are many beautiful beaches and lakes close by, castles, steam trains, mountains, historic buildings and pilgrim churches, water sports, national cycle route and the coastal path. Within 20 minutes by car, bus or train are Harlech, Porthmadog, Tremadog and Blaenau Ffestiniog (zip world). Snowdon walk is half an hour’s drive away. Plenty to do! For local services, 2 miles away in different directions are two villages. Talsarnau has a pub and Penrhyndeudraeth has 2 small supermarkets, post office, several cafes, restaurants and takeaways, 2 pubs and a petrol station. Porthmadog is a few minutes further by car, bus or train and has extensive services and facilities. The property is accessed via a steep narrow lane, with passing places, about 1/2 mile from the A496 road. By public transport, there is a train station and a bus stop in Llandecwyn on the main road. National cycle route 8 passes our property gate. Llyn Tecwyn lake is a few minutes walk up the lane, with Llandecwyn church above that. A little further away are more lakes and reservoirs, the Rhinog mountains with Bryn Cader Faner and a temperate rain forest Coed Felinrhyd. All are lovely hikes from our property.
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Castle Farm Holidays Shropshire

14. Castle Farm Holidays Shropshire

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(24)
54km from Abergele · 5 units
Tucked against the Welsh border, these cosy pods are perfectly positioned to explore Shropshire's rolling hills, castles and attractive villages
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Chilled Out Adult Only Glamping

15. Chilled Out Adult Only Glamping

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(32)
56km from Abergele · 5 units
Lakeside glamping on the edge of Delemere Forest and a 10-minute train ride from Chester
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Henbant Permaculture Farm + Camp

16. Henbant Permaculture Farm + Camp

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(437)
58km from Abergele · 10 units · Tents, Motorhomes
A small, sustainable farm site with epic sea views, set in the foothills of Snowdonia.
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Bryn Ifan Camping

17. Bryn Ifan Camping

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(81)
58km from Abergele · 10 units
A back-to-basics campsite with views of mountains and sea on the Llŷn Peninsula
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Treflach Farm

18. Treflach Farm

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(52)
60km from Abergele · 7 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Bell tents and a yurt on a regenerative farm in Shropshire
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Eden's Nook

19. Eden's Nook

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(42)
60km from Abergele · 6 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
The most welcoming camping park in the heart of the Welsh Countryside. Forest View is situated 9 miles from the Town of Llanfyllin and 3 miles from Lake Vyrnwy. We are nestled next to the Dyfnant Forest and offer superb views and access to the Welsh countryside Eden's Kitchen Serves Breakfast 8am to 11am
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Tipis at Ponty, Greener Camping

20. Tipis at Ponty, Greener Camping

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(59)
62km from Abergele · 11 units · Tents, Glamping
Adults-only, dog-friendly camping and glamping on the Powys and Shropshire borders.
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Abergele camping guide

Where to go

North Wales Coast

Long, sandy beaches spread west and east from Abergele, covering much of the North Wales coast. Most campers come to sample the seaside charms, as the easily accessible shoreline, connected via railway, is studded with promenades, theme parks, and big resorts like Colwyn Bay and Rhyl. Caravan and camping sites can be found everywhere, although Colwyn Bay and Rhyl have the most choice outside Abergele. The Wales Coast Path passes through for hikers, while Prestatyn, nine miles northeast of Abergele, is the Offa’s Dyke Path trailhead.

Dyffryn Conwy

Coiling south of Conwy along to Betws-y-Coed and accessible from Llansanffraid Glan Conwy is Dyffryn Conwy, the verdant valley cut by the River Conwy. This wood-carpeted area sports excellent campsites in Caerhun and Trefriw, while Snowdonia (Eyri) National Park’s peaks dominate off to the west. Active highlights include scenic walking, the world’s only artificial lagoon surfing at Adventure Parc Snowdonia, and woodland adrenaline rushes at Zip World Fforest, from ziplines to an alpine rollercoaster.

Clwydian Range

Seven miles southeast of Abergele lies Britain’s second-smallest city, St Asaph. It’s set on the doorstep of the stunning Clwydian Range of hills, where bald AONB-protected uplands offer long-distance hiking along the Offa’s Dyke Path and panoramas all the way to Snowdonia. The western side of the hills has the best camping.

When to go

For seaside campers, April through September generally yields the sunniest beach weather. Rain and strong winds, however, can still be in the cards at this time. July and August make up the school summer holiday season, making the coast very busy, while August and September see seawater temperatures at their warmest. Big local events worth pitching up for include the Rhuddlan Food Festival in May and Rhyl’s K-fest music festival in August.

Frequently Asked Questions

Big local events worth pitching up for near Abergele include the Rhuddlan Food Festival in May and Rhyl’s K-fest music festival in August. You can also explore different options for camping near Abergele on Hipcamp.

For seaside campers, April through September generally yields the sunniest beach weather near Abergele. Rain and strong winds, however, can still be in the cards at this time. July and August make up the school summer holiday season, making the coast very busy, while August and September see seawater temperatures at their warmest. You can also explore different options for camping near Abergele on Hipcamp.

Abergele is a great base for forays southwest into woodsy Dyffryn Conwy and that valley’s adventure sports. To the southeast, the Clwydian Range offers superb hillwalking. The Wales Coast Path passes through for hikers, while Prestatyn, nine miles northeast of Abergele, is the Offa’s Dyke Path trailhead. You can also explore different options for camping near Abergele on Hipcamp.

Large campsites are situated along the coast northeast of Abergele. Otherwise, try glamping in rustic shepherd’s huts in the rolling wooded hills just south. Caravan and camping sites can be found everywhere, although Colwyn Bay and Rhyl have the most choice outside Abergele. You can also explore different options for camping near Abergele on Hipcamp.

Seven miles southeast of Abergele lies Britain’s second-smallest city, St Asaph, which has the best camping on the western side of the hills. Coiling south of Conwy along to Betws-y-Coed and accessible from Llansanffraid Glan Conwy is Dyffryn Conwy, the verdant valley cut by the River Conwy, which sports excellent campsites in Caerhun and Trefriw. You can also explore different options for camping near Abergele on Hipcamp.

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