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Naturesbase

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53 reviews
· Lampeter, Ceredigion, Wales
8 acres hosted by Gyles M.
4 glamping pitches · 10 tent pitches
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Best in Mid Wales: Finalist
Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2024.
Creature comforts
Enjoy the comforts of home at some sites—including flush toilets, showers, and a kitchen.
Nature versus nurture? There’s no need to debate it at Naturesbase, a gorgeous natural environment nurtured to perfection by caring hosts
As his day job, Gyles teaches sustainability, designs school grounds and leads expeditions around the world, so, as owners go, he’s more than well equipped to steer the verdant helm of Naturesbase with his green fingers. Another Ceredigion-based eco-campsite, the dreamy, clover- and buttercup-covered meadows at Naturesbase have just 12 pitches – each in their own little mown spots among the wild grasses and flowers. Two of the pitches are taken up by pre-erected safari tents, which afford campers the added luxury of laziness: just turn up and settle in for the night without so much as touching a tent peg. The site caters perfectly for children, with a rubber-stamp nature trail to follow, a willow den, animals to feed, a mini football pitch and streams to hop across. And then there are Gyles’ campfire nights; everyone sits around the huge fire pit near the communal hub for sing-songs and chats after having their fill of home-made pizza. The kids get to help make the pizza before watching it brown and sizzle in the clay oven. The atmosphere here is unbeatable: tranquil and restorative, but happy and friendly too. There is plenty of space for everyone to have their fare share of nature around here, as well as inviting communal areas in which to chill, sing, play and scoff your pizzas.
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100% Recommend14 Ratings · 53 reviews

Location

Lampeter, Ceredigion, Wales, United KingdomTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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Hosted by Gyles M.

Joined in February 2016
From the host
Naturesbase is where families meet new friends, eat together, play together, create together, explore together and relax together. The site is small, just 10 pitches and 3 lodges surrounding a relaxing central courtyard set in 8 acres to discover. Each pitch has a fire pit and surrounded by long meadow grass, abundant flowers and hedges, providing ample space between each pitch. There is a hill fort to play on, den to build in the woods, animals to feed and a stream to paddle in. If camping is not for you but you want to enjoy the alfresco experience the lodges are an ideal alternative, fresh air with a few more luxuries, feather pillows and cosy duvets. The site is tucked away but within easy reach of the beautiful harbour town of Aberaeron, pubs, restaurants, beaches and walks. This is a truly natural Welsh haven for you to experience, nestled between the Cambrian mountains and Cardigan Bay. We believe in providing a quality uncrowded campsite where adults can relax and enjoy the open countryside, whilst children enjoy the rugged excitement nature has to offer. A core feature is the promotion of environmentally responsible tourism which we strive to incorporate into all aspects of how we manage the site. There is a hill fort to play on, a stream to dam, family bush craft sessions, a pizza evening with children's campfire, big barn breakfasts twice a week and even a pop restaurant once a week. Just 5 miles from the beautiful harbour town of Aberaeron and beaches yet just half an hour from the remote Cambrian mountains.
Nearby attractions

Ceredigion has a unique unspoiled charm of it own. It might take a little longer to get here but when you do you'll understand.  There are the beautiful beaches, dolphin spotting, secret mountains, great places to eat, wild walks, little market towns, outdoor adventure, mounting biking, kayaking, surfing, heritage, ruined abbeys, National trust estates, or just stay and relax within the beauty of the site and complete join the activity trail, play on the hill fort, dam the stream and enjoy the dark starry skies around your own fire. A week is not enough time to absorb. Take the steam train (01970 625819) from Aberystwyth to Devil’s Bridge. The scenery is eye-poppingly stunning. Just half an hour’s drive away you’ll find the sheltered sands of Llangrannog Beach. It’s a beautiful spot with plenty of amenities, so is very family-friendly. Dogs are allowed, but must be on leads. There is a good dog-walking beach about 5 miles from the site (Cei Bach beach). The natural wildernesses of the Cambrian Mountains are close at hand for hikes and picnicking.

Food and drink

There are so many great places to eat for all tastes. On site we offer Welsh cooked breakfasts in the communal barn, twice a week and the unforgettable pizza night followed by singing around the fire campfire, all welcome.  We also have a constant supply of tempting cakes  on offer in the honesty shop. For eating out, the seafood at Aberaeron’s Harbourmaster (01545 570755) is hard to beat and, in the other direction, the Talbot Hotel (01974 298208) is a proper Welsh pub with hearty meals and afternoon teas. The Celtic ( Aberaeron)  fish and chips are great to grab whilst enjoying watching the sun go down on the harbour wall. The Cellar and Hive are great family places overlooking the inner harbour and the Stubborn Duckling is a new fine dining restaurant which is wonderful. Newquay 7 miles away has a range of pubs, cafes and restaurants ( Bluebell & Pepper pot ) after a days dolphin spotting or surfing.

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