99% (35) • 40 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Fishguard
Graig Wen - Wild Snowdonia Escapes
1. Graig Wen - Wild Snowdonia Escapes
98%
(275)
105km from Fishguard · 33 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Succumb to the tranquil hills of Graig Wen. Smart, sustainable and quite simply, lush.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Campfires
from
£22
/ night
Digeddi Wildlife Camping
2. Digeddi Wildlife Camping
97%
(129)
124km from Fishguard · 14 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Riverside camping and glamping with canoes for hire
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from
£15
/ night
Willow Valley Holiday Park
3. Willow Valley Holiday Park
100%
(16)
133km from Fishguard · 31 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
This peaceful, sheltered site has a special character. The site is the ideal place to unwind with plenty of safe space, a meandering river and friendly atmosphere. It offers 4 acres with facilities, 7 acres of wilderness, shower block, level pitches, picturesque river, children’s playground and has been rated AA 4 star gold pennant.
Becky and John both love Cornwall and fell in love with the site as soon as they saw it and it provided the perfect opportunity for a new challenge.
Having only recently taken over at Willow Valley in the Summer of 2024, there are always ongoing improvements being made so make sure you keep in touch. Any returning campers will be glad to know we aren’t changing the campsite itself though. Why would we when it is already so perfect!
Pets
Electrical hookup
Campfires
from
£29
/ night
Quincecote Shepherds Hut
4. Quincecote Shepherds Hut
100%
(1)
116km from Fishguard · 1 unit · Glamping
A shepherd’s hut for two with views of North Devon’s countryside and sea
Showers
Campfires
Potable water
from
£90
/ night
Coastal Glamping @Hillcroft Escapes
5. Coastal Glamping @Hillcroft Escapes
93%
(23)
16km from Fishguard · 5 units · Glamping
A romantic shepherd's hut getaway for two on the Pembrokeshire coast within walking distance of Newgale Beach
Pets
Showers
Campfires
from
£59
/ night
Belan Bluebell Woods
6. Belan Bluebell Woods
100%
(4)
108km from Fishguard · 4 units · Motorhomes, Glamping
We are a small family farm site hidden in the Cambrian Mountains of Mid Wales, near the lovely town of Llanidloes. Our easy to find, just off A470 location makes a stay with us convenient yet once you wind up to our drive you are on top of the world with spectacular views both day and night - we are a recognised Dark Skies Wales area for outstanding stargazing due to our lofty 1300ft height and un-light polluted sky.
With over 60 acres to explore space and quite is guaranteed. Choose from secluded Idris the Shepherds hut with repurposed horsebox shower and woodfired outdoor bath, family glamping geo-domes Willow & Oak and Daisy bell tent each with covered camp kitchens or wild meadow camping plus a campervan spot.
Our mission is to rewild the farm, manage the ancient woodland, support the abundant wildlife & finally protect its 5 acre peat-bog (peat bogs are as environmentally important as rain forests – peat holds more carbon than the combined forests of Britain, France and Germany!)
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from
£35
/ night
Ffosygrafel Isaf Camping
7. Ffosygrafel Isaf Camping
100%
(16)
83km from Fishguard · 13 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
An eco-friendly campsite with a shepherd’s hut near the Ceredigion coast
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from
£14
/ night
Strawfields Cabins and Camping
8. Strawfields Cabins and Camping
100%
(26)
111km from Fishguard · 14 units · Tents, Glamping
Camping and rustic glamping with campfires on an idyllic smallholding close to North Devon’s best-loved beaches
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from
£30
/ night
Westland Farm
9. Westland Farm
100%
(140)
118km from Fishguard · 21 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Camping and glamping on a working farm, with yurts, huts with hot tubs, and simple, spacious, sociable camping pitches
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from
£13
/ night
Brynhaul Clover Field Camping and Shepherds Huts
10. Brynhaul Clover Field Camping and Shepherds Huts
100%
(39)
17km from Fishguard · 15 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
A rural idyll in the Preseli Hills with shepherd’s huts and spacious camping pitches, each with a private toilet
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from
£25
/ night
Tan-y-Capel Hideaway
11. Tan-y-Capel Hideaway
100%
(104)
106km from Fishguard · 2 units · Glamping
Luxury, en-suite glamping with a hot tub on the Llŷn Peninsula with stunning views
Showers
Hot Tub
Potable water
from
£165
/ night
Upper House Farm Glamping
12. Upper House Farm Glamping
96%
(14)
136km from Fishguard · 8 units · Glamping
Our glamping site is set on our family farm in the rural Welsh Border in Herefordshire and we are a dog friendly site. We have just 3 tents in 2.5acres, we want our guests to enjoy the peace and privacy of a rural getaway but have the luxuries of a comfy bed, toilets and showers, a kitchenette and a private fire pit.
We are nestled between family farms and surrounded by sheep, cattle and footpaths, so an adventure is at your doorstep.
If you're looking for a peaceful, secluded and romantic place to unwind then our site is ideal.
We have gorgeous views over the Black Mountains and are close to the towns of Hay-on-Wye and Hereford.
Pets
Showers
Campfires
from
£70
/ night
Naturesbase
13. Naturesbase
100%
(14)
61km from Fishguard · 14 units · Tents, Glamping
Nature versus nurture? There’s no need to debate it at Naturesbase, a gorgeous natural environment nurtured to perfection by caring hosts
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from
£28
/ night
South Town Farm
14. South Town Farm
100%
(7)
119km from Fishguard · 11 units · Tents, Glamping
South Town Camping opened for a month in 2018 to see how guests would take to its private 10-pitch site. Tucked away in North Devon's Arlington estate, amid twenty-plus miles of footpaths and bridleways, this is a campsite designed by committed campers and it shows.The grass pitches are spacious, with paths leading to them mown into the wildflower meadows, all set within six acres kept peaceful (and safe for the kids!) by the absence of cars — simply roll your belongings to your tent with the help of a super-sized wheelbarrow. At the centre of the camping fields hay meadows are left to grow throughout the summer, providing an almost-wild aesthetic befitting of the sprawling surrounding woodland of which you'll enjoy uninterrupted views. Watch the sunset to the west right from your tent and, on clear nights, you'll have an enviable spot to take in the starry skies. If you don't fancy pitching a tent a shepherd's hut is also available, a cosy option for couples with outdoor seating for those nights cooking by the fire.Given that this is a campsite belonging to the environmentally-conscious South Town Farm, your time staying at the site will be as eco-friendly as possible. Your hosts take care of 200 acres of this estate, having National Trust tenancy of South Town and managing its grasslands, which remain unimproved to maintain the unique biodiversity of the region. In keeping with this ethos, your available amenities also won't impact the land — there are composting loos, a gas-powered warm shower and cold drinking water pumped directly from the mains to the sheltered washing-up hut.Despite South Town Camping's position out in the sticks, it's within excellent reach of its neighbouring beaches, all a short drive away. Woolacombe beach will likely be the first port of call for sun-chasers, given its reputation as not only one of the best beaches in the West Country, but one of the best in the world — two miles of sloping sand facing the Atlantic Ocean, and a favourite for families and surfers with thousands descending upon it each year. Or, if you don't fancy feeling the sand between your toes, multiple marked walks await you directly from your tent — embark on a ramble through the ample woodland and emerge at the Pyne Arms, the nearest pub, where award-winning food awaits.
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from
£20
/ night
Snowdonia Glamping Holidays
15. Snowdonia Glamping Holidays
100%
(14)
145km from Fishguard · 3 units · Glamping
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
Cae Ddel Country Camping
16. Cae Ddel Country Camping
100%
(2)
115km from Fishguard · 10 units · Tents, Glamping
Greener camping club members only off grid site for families and nature lovers. We have 10 large pitches where you can relax and unwind after a busy day exploring the local are with its many beaches and beautiful country walks in the Snowdonia National park. We are a dog friendly site with a designated field for dogs to run off their leads. We also allow barbeques and campfires off the ground.
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from
£20
/ night
Atlantic Horizons
17. Atlantic Horizons
100%
(1)
125km from Fishguard · 9 units · Tents, Glamping
We are a friendly glamping and camping site set in the beautiful natural surroundings of the North Cornwall coast and countryside allowing for a quiet getaway or family break.
Atlantic Horizons aims to offer the camping experience but without the hassle. Supplying you with everything you need for a relaxing yet comfortable glamping experience. We understand how the issues of packing and unpacking can be for you, especially after a long drive, therefore we feel that it is important to remove any challenges by providing you with a variety of glamping packages to suit your needs.
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from
£39
/ night
Wild Meadow Camping
18. Wild Meadow Camping
100%
(13)
44km from Fishguard · 15 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Camping and glamping with electric hook-up in a country meadow near the beaches of Cardigan Bay
Pets
Electrical hookup
Showers
from
£25
/ night
Shepherds Retreat Wales
19. Shepherds Retreat Wales
100%
(6)
119km from Fishguard · 3 units · Glamping
Situated on a traditional working farm in the Brecon Beacons National Park, we offer three beautiful and cosy Shepherds huts. Each hut has a double bed, storage, table and chairs. There is a separate shared well-equipped kitchen with dining table, cooker and large fridge freezer. The shower and toilet room is situated to the rear of the kitchen room. Outside chairs and tables are provided along with towels and bedding. Lighting is off grid, battery powered lights are provided in the huts and shared spaces. Each hut has a wood burner and the farm sells additional firewood along with apple juice and fresh eggs, from their honesty box. The huts have amazing views of the Brecon Beacons and Black Mountains, a perfect rural retreat to get away from it all.
Pets
Showers
Potable water
from
£80
/ night
The Three Spaniels' Shepherd Hut
20. The Three Spaniels' Shepherd Hut
100%
(10)
54km from Fishguard · 1 unit · Glamping
A dog-friendly shepherd’s hut with a hot tub, set on a 26-acre Welsh farm 20 miles from Cardigan Bay
Pets
Showers
Campfires
from
£100
/ night
99% (35) • 40 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Fishguard
Graig Wen - Wild Snowdonia Escapes
1. Graig Wen - Wild Snowdonia Escapes
98%
(275)
105km from Fishguard · 33 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Succumb to the tranquil hills of Graig Wen. Smart, sustainable and quite simply, lush.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Campfires
from
£22
/ night
Digeddi Wildlife Camping
2. Digeddi Wildlife Camping
97%
(129)
124km from Fishguard · 14 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Riverside camping and glamping with canoes for hire
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from
£15
/ night
Willow Valley Holiday Park
3. Willow Valley Holiday Park
100%
(16)
133km from Fishguard · 31 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
This peaceful, sheltered site has a special character. The site is the ideal place to unwind with plenty of safe space, a meandering river and friendly atmosphere. It offers 4 acres with facilities, 7 acres of wilderness, shower block, level pitches, picturesque river, children’s playground and has been rated AA 4 star gold pennant.
Becky and John both love Cornwall and fell in love with the site as soon as they saw it and it provided the perfect opportunity for a new challenge.
Having only recently taken over at Willow Valley in the Summer of 2024, there are always ongoing improvements being made so make sure you keep in touch. Any returning campers will be glad to know we aren’t changing the campsite itself though. Why would we when it is already so perfect!
Pets
Electrical hookup
Campfires
from
£29
/ night
Quincecote Shepherds Hut
4. Quincecote Shepherds Hut
100%
(1)
116km from Fishguard · 1 unit · Glamping
A shepherd’s hut for two with views of North Devon’s countryside and sea
Showers
Campfires
Potable water
from
£90
/ night
Coastal Glamping @Hillcroft Escapes
5. Coastal Glamping @Hillcroft Escapes
93%
(23)
16km from Fishguard · 5 units · Glamping
A romantic shepherd's hut getaway for two on the Pembrokeshire coast within walking distance of Newgale Beach
Pets
Showers
Campfires
from
£59
/ night
Belan Bluebell Woods
6. Belan Bluebell Woods
100%
(4)
108km from Fishguard · 4 units · Motorhomes, Glamping
We are a small family farm site hidden in the Cambrian Mountains of Mid Wales, near the lovely town of Llanidloes. Our easy to find, just off A470 location makes a stay with us convenient yet once you wind up to our drive you are on top of the world with spectacular views both day and night - we are a recognised Dark Skies Wales area for outstanding stargazing due to our lofty 1300ft height and un-light polluted sky.
With over 60 acres to explore space and quite is guaranteed. Choose from secluded Idris the Shepherds hut with repurposed horsebox shower and woodfired outdoor bath, family glamping geo-domes Willow & Oak and Daisy bell tent each with covered camp kitchens or wild meadow camping plus a campervan spot.
Our mission is to rewild the farm, manage the ancient woodland, support the abundant wildlife & finally protect its 5 acre peat-bog (peat bogs are as environmentally important as rain forests – peat holds more carbon than the combined forests of Britain, France and Germany!)
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from
£35
/ night
Ffosygrafel Isaf Camping
7. Ffosygrafel Isaf Camping
100%
(16)
83km from Fishguard · 13 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
An eco-friendly campsite with a shepherd’s hut near the Ceredigion coast
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from
£14
/ night
Strawfields Cabins and Camping
8. Strawfields Cabins and Camping
100%
(26)
111km from Fishguard · 14 units · Tents, Glamping
Camping and rustic glamping with campfires on an idyllic smallholding close to North Devon’s best-loved beaches
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from
£30
/ night
Westland Farm
9. Westland Farm
100%
(140)
118km from Fishguard · 21 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Camping and glamping on a working farm, with yurts, huts with hot tubs, and simple, spacious, sociable camping pitches
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from
£13
/ night
Brynhaul Clover Field Camping and Shepherds Huts
10. Brynhaul Clover Field Camping and Shepherds Huts
100%
(39)
17km from Fishguard · 15 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
A rural idyll in the Preseli Hills with shepherd’s huts and spacious camping pitches, each with a private toilet
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from
£25
/ night
Tan-y-Capel Hideaway
11. Tan-y-Capel Hideaway
100%
(104)
106km from Fishguard · 2 units · Glamping
Luxury, en-suite glamping with a hot tub on the Llŷn Peninsula with stunning views
Showers
Hot Tub
Potable water
from
£165
/ night
Upper House Farm Glamping
12. Upper House Farm Glamping
96%
(14)
136km from Fishguard · 8 units · Glamping
Our glamping site is set on our family farm in the rural Welsh Border in Herefordshire and we are a dog friendly site. We have just 3 tents in 2.5acres, we want our guests to enjoy the peace and privacy of a rural getaway but have the luxuries of a comfy bed, toilets and showers, a kitchenette and a private fire pit.
We are nestled between family farms and surrounded by sheep, cattle and footpaths, so an adventure is at your doorstep.
If you're looking for a peaceful, secluded and romantic place to unwind then our site is ideal.
We have gorgeous views over the Black Mountains and are close to the towns of Hay-on-Wye and Hereford.
Pets
Showers
Campfires
from
£70
/ night
Naturesbase
13. Naturesbase
100%
(14)
61km from Fishguard · 14 units · Tents, Glamping
Nature versus nurture? There’s no need to debate it at Naturesbase, a gorgeous natural environment nurtured to perfection by caring hosts
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from
£28
/ night
South Town Farm
14. South Town Farm
100%
(7)
119km from Fishguard · 11 units · Tents, Glamping
South Town Camping opened for a month in 2018 to see how guests would take to its private 10-pitch site. Tucked away in North Devon's Arlington estate, amid twenty-plus miles of footpaths and bridleways, this is a campsite designed by committed campers and it shows.The grass pitches are spacious, with paths leading to them mown into the wildflower meadows, all set within six acres kept peaceful (and safe for the kids!) by the absence of cars — simply roll your belongings to your tent with the help of a super-sized wheelbarrow. At the centre of the camping fields hay meadows are left to grow throughout the summer, providing an almost-wild aesthetic befitting of the sprawling surrounding woodland of which you'll enjoy uninterrupted views. Watch the sunset to the west right from your tent and, on clear nights, you'll have an enviable spot to take in the starry skies. If you don't fancy pitching a tent a shepherd's hut is also available, a cosy option for couples with outdoor seating for those nights cooking by the fire.Given that this is a campsite belonging to the environmentally-conscious South Town Farm, your time staying at the site will be as eco-friendly as possible. Your hosts take care of 200 acres of this estate, having National Trust tenancy of South Town and managing its grasslands, which remain unimproved to maintain the unique biodiversity of the region. In keeping with this ethos, your available amenities also won't impact the land — there are composting loos, a gas-powered warm shower and cold drinking water pumped directly from the mains to the sheltered washing-up hut.Despite South Town Camping's position out in the sticks, it's within excellent reach of its neighbouring beaches, all a short drive away. Woolacombe beach will likely be the first port of call for sun-chasers, given its reputation as not only one of the best beaches in the West Country, but one of the best in the world — two miles of sloping sand facing the Atlantic Ocean, and a favourite for families and surfers with thousands descending upon it each year. Or, if you don't fancy feeling the sand between your toes, multiple marked walks await you directly from your tent — embark on a ramble through the ample woodland and emerge at the Pyne Arms, the nearest pub, where award-winning food awaits.
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from
£20
/ night
Snowdonia Glamping Holidays
15. Snowdonia Glamping Holidays
100%
(14)
145km from Fishguard · 3 units · Glamping
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
Cae Ddel Country Camping
16. Cae Ddel Country Camping
100%
(2)
115km from Fishguard · 10 units · Tents, Glamping
Greener camping club members only off grid site for families and nature lovers. We have 10 large pitches where you can relax and unwind after a busy day exploring the local are with its many beaches and beautiful country walks in the Snowdonia National park. We are a dog friendly site with a designated field for dogs to run off their leads. We also allow barbeques and campfires off the ground.
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from
£20
/ night
Atlantic Horizons
17. Atlantic Horizons
100%
(1)
125km from Fishguard · 9 units · Tents, Glamping
We are a friendly glamping and camping site set in the beautiful natural surroundings of the North Cornwall coast and countryside allowing for a quiet getaway or family break.
Atlantic Horizons aims to offer the camping experience but without the hassle. Supplying you with everything you need for a relaxing yet comfortable glamping experience. We understand how the issues of packing and unpacking can be for you, especially after a long drive, therefore we feel that it is important to remove any challenges by providing you with a variety of glamping packages to suit your needs.
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from
£39
/ night
Wild Meadow Camping
18. Wild Meadow Camping
100%
(13)
44km from Fishguard · 15 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Camping and glamping with electric hook-up in a country meadow near the beaches of Cardigan Bay
Pets
Electrical hookup
Showers
from
£25
/ night
Shepherds Retreat Wales
19. Shepherds Retreat Wales
100%
(6)
119km from Fishguard · 3 units · Glamping
Situated on a traditional working farm in the Brecon Beacons National Park, we offer three beautiful and cosy Shepherds huts. Each hut has a double bed, storage, table and chairs. There is a separate shared well-equipped kitchen with dining table, cooker and large fridge freezer. The shower and toilet room is situated to the rear of the kitchen room. Outside chairs and tables are provided along with towels and bedding. Lighting is off grid, battery powered lights are provided in the huts and shared spaces. Each hut has a wood burner and the farm sells additional firewood along with apple juice and fresh eggs, from their honesty box. The huts have amazing views of the Brecon Beacons and Black Mountains, a perfect rural retreat to get away from it all.
Pets
Showers
Potable water
from
£80
/ night
The Three Spaniels' Shepherd Hut
20. The Three Spaniels' Shepherd Hut
100%
(10)
54km from Fishguard · 1 unit · Glamping
A dog-friendly shepherd’s hut with a hot tub, set on a 26-acre Welsh farm 20 miles from Cardigan Bay
Pets
Showers
Campfires
from
£100
/ night
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Niome
October 2025
With kids
brilliant place to stay, very relaxed there but if you need anything they was there. me and my partner stayed here with our 2 daughters and our dog and it was 100% one of the best places we have been to, great veiws, great facilities. all in all will 100% be staying again and maybe try the other cabins.
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Em
September 2025
Weekend Trip to Cae Ddel Country Camping
We really enjoyed staying at the cabin, it's in a very private woodland with a fire pit and bbq. Cabin is very comfortable but you still get a camping like "back to nature" experience.
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Claire
August 2025
2 nights at Shepherds Retreat Wales
It was a beautiful stay in a beautiful place. Easy to find and very comfortable. The shared facilities were great! Everything you could possibly need. Shower was a good temperature and easy to adjust. Plenty of hot water.
A lovely stay. 100% recommend
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Andrew
August 2025
With kids
We booked a weekend stay with our daughter and it was lovely, very peaceful and calm. She loved feeding the pigs! The hot tub stays hot for a long time once you’ve got it going so worth firing it up nice abs early. The site owners were always around and really helpful too.
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Dan
July 2025
3 nights at Ffosygrafel Isaf Camping
This is a beautiful campsite, in a remote and peaceful location, with great amenities. We stayed in the shepherds' hut, which was extremely cosy. Ruth and Jono are friendly and welcoming, and we would both come back again and also recommend it to anyone looking for a serene campsite in a beautiful setting.
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Alice
June 2025
With kids
We had a lovely time at the farm, 2 adults and 2 kids staying at the Drover's hut. Nicky was super lovely and even showed our boys around the chicken coops. The beds were comfy and the hot tub was great too.
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Ammar
May 2025
2 nights at Ffosygrafel Isaf Camping
Great hospitality. Perfect cabin to stay in! Was very nice and cosy. Had all your kitchen essentials and also games to play in your spare time. The bed was very comfortable too! Overall was very happy with my experience and would definitely book again.
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Olivia
May 2025
Weekend Trip to Coastal Glamping @Hillcroft Escapes
We love staying at this shepherds hut. Ian was on hand to help if needed. Perfect for a couple get away. We enjoyed ice cream at the beach and watching the sun go down. The hut has everything you need for a coastal escape!
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Ian
April 2025
With pets
Really nice break over Easter. Becky and team were welcoming and helpful. The shepherds hut was brilliant. Thank you..
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John Howell
April 2025
With kids
Straightforward check in and clear instructions given prior to arrival. All the stuff that you need is readily available. And the view waa splendid.
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Jasmine
December 2024
With pets
Nicky and her son were very friendly and helpful.
Showed us around and left us to it but when I did need them they were a phone call away and very helpful.
Cabin was beautiful and so peaceful.
We stayed for two nights. Walked to the reservoir which was worth it.
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Shepherd's huts near Fishguard guide
Where to go
Strumble Head & Around
Bulky Strumble Head headland, which shoots up northwest and within walking distance of Fishguard, stands out as one of the best places to watch cetaceans in all Wales. Europe’s biggest bottlenose dolphin pod, plus harbour porpoises and seals, can be described from the towering cliffs and solitary bays. Prehistory lovers, meanwhile, will find burial chambers and ancient forts, and the Pembrokeshire Coast Path runs around the edge of it all.
Dinas Island
Travelling along the coast northeast from Fishguard, the first place to peg out a pitch is at Dinas Island. It’s an ‘island’ in a poetic sense of the word (a grassy, rocky headland with the sea on three sides and a boggy valley dividing it from the mainland) but you’ll feel cut off at the island’s farm campsite. Diversions include the beautiful path running around the island, sealife-watching and the gorgeously located rural pub at Pwllgwaelod.
Gwaun Valley
Meandering amiably along southeast from Fishguard is this gentle valley swaddled by ancient sessile oak and ash woodland: a place where life is lived in the slow lane and traditions long defunct elsewhere continue to thrive (residents still observe the pre-1752 Julian calendar, among other quirks). Narrow lanes wend along the valley bottom and paths snake up onto the bare hills above.
When to go
Weather-wise, April through September offers the most clement and rain-free weather, with the big caveat that this is Wales’ Celtic Sea coast, which is mighty exposed to a lot of wet, windy weather. It’s always a good idea to avoid July and August school holidays to cut the crowds out of your vacation. May is an atmospheric month in Fishguard, as the Fishguard Folk Festival enlivens the town.