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Gwynedd, North Wales

Vaenol Farm Caravan Park

— (0)Price on Pitchup52.586°N, 4.086°W
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The wind carries salt and mountain air in equal measure here — you're wedged between the Menai Strait and the foothills of Snowdonia, with skylarks overhead and the hum of the A487 a reminder you're still connected to the world.

This is proper base-camp territory for families and couples planning Snowdonia walks or coastal days out around Caernarfon and Bangor. You've got space for tents, campervans and caravans, and being open year-round means you can catch those crisp winter days when the peaks are dusted white and the site's quieter. Gwynedd delivers mountain drama and working farmland in one view — this is North Wales without the gloss.

Facilities are straightforward: clean toilets and showers, the essentials done well. Ask about campfires when you arrive — policies can shift with the season and ground conditions. It's a no-frills, functional spot that lets you get on with your trip without fuss, whether that's summit-bagging Snowdon or wandering the castle towns dotted along the coast.

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Weather Outlook
Current Conditions
15°C
Partly cloudy
13 mph
78%
7-Day Outlook
Today
18° / 15°
57%
Tue
18° / 16°
100%
Wed
18° / 14°
54%
Thu
18° / 12°
82%
Fri
18° / 7°
12%
Sat
18° / 15°
45%
Sun
21° / 16°
25%
Source: Open-Meteo · Updated hourly
Walks Nearby

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1 route found via OpenStreetMap

Wales Coast Path (Meirionnydd)

Traces dramatic clifftops and sandy beaches along Cardigan Bay with sustained moderate climbs over headlands and coastal hills. Not suitable for buggies due to uneven terrain, stiles, and steep sections, though families with older children who can manage longer distances will love the variety. Dogs welcome on leads near livestock. Rewards you with sweeping sea views, wildlife spotting opportunities (dolphins, seals), and access to charming coastal villages perfect for breaking longer sections in

Hiking routeRegional network
17.55 km from campsite

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