Maengwyn Hir Campsite

The light here feels different — softer somehow — filtered through the salt air that drifts in from the Pembrokeshire coast, settling over this quiet patch of West Wales farmland each evening.

This is proper old-school camping: grass pitches for tents, campervans and caravans, without the bells and whistles of modern glamping sites. It suits campers who know what they're after — folks using Pembrokeshire as their basecamp for the coastal path, families happy with straightforward pitches and space to spread out, anyone who prefers their camping uncomplicated. The region's famous for its beaches and clifftop walks, and you're well-placed here to explore both without the crowds of the bigger commercial sites.

You've got your basics sorted — toilets and showers onsite — and the surrounding farmland gives you that proper away-from-it-all feeling. Check about campfires when you arrive, as policies can vary. The vibe is quiet and unpretentious, the kind of place where you actually notice the stars at night.