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We were looking for a campsite for 6 nights as the weather forecast looked to be sunny. We found Wern Mill Caravan Park. I had recently been diagnosed with cancer and my wife had spent many hours per day researching my condition for 3 months and desperately needed a break.
She wanted a site where she could have an evening meal in the sun with a glass of wine to fully relax. We called the site and the owner told us that he would give us a sunny pitch. We asked to not be right next to the children’s play area as we really needed some peace and quiet.
As we have not towed the caravan many times we were concerned about the single track lanes. The owner advised that the track was one way only. The owner said that he would ensure we had a sunny pitch and said that there weren’t any children there so we thought it would be ideal and so we booked.
We received an email the next day showing that we were being upgraded to a VIP pitch so we were quite excited about this. When we arrived we saw that the site was quite compact and drove on to the VIP pitch, but you actually lost about half of the pitch as it was on an incline which you couldn’t use some of it, in addition it was not possible to hammer in hard ground tent pegs for the awning as it appeared there was a concrete base.
The difference between the VIP pitch and a standard pitch was that you had fast WiFi and also a water tap on the pitch, but no waste water, plus a light. In my opinion it didn’t warrant the extra £14 per night as the site was quite small and everything you needed was pretty close by anyway. As we were setting up and as we sat down to relax we had the joy of children screaming which was really disappointing.
There is also a problem with road noise on this site as there is quite a busy road that runs directly above the site and is used pretty much all day and evening. It woke us up early in the mornings.
We had been advised that we would be allocated a sunny pitch as we like to have our evening meal outside to catch the evening sunshine, however on our VIP pitch the sun was gone by about 5. 20pm as the site is edged by very tall trees that the sun sets behind. We were pitched on the second row of 5, pitched in front of the bank with the road above, if you were on the first row closest to the bank then you lost the sun even sooner.
There also appeared to be a pecking order on the site, we saw 3 camper vans sited closest to the bank, losing the sun by approximately 4pm, then the second row was the VIP row, some of the third row was taken by seasonal pitches, as were some of the fourth row and the fifth row seemed to all be taken by seasonal pitches. The fourth and fifth rows got all of the sun and the third row got a fair amount of sun too.
There were several free pitches on the forth row that the owner could have sited our caravan on which would have given us more sun but we felt that he wanted to keep these free for people who may have enquired about seasonal pitches, thereby he would make more money, but also ensuring that his seasonal guests were kept happy by not having the comings and goings of tourers in front of them.
A new caravan was sited on the fourth row whilst we were there. We noted that when some tourers arrived during our visit, none, including us had the luxury of the sunny pitches on the fourth row.
On the positive side, the toilet/shower block was very clean, however, the velux windows were open all of the time, my wife felt it was too cold to have a shower which is a shame really. She had to use our own shower which was inconvenient. The grounds were kept very tidy and there is a shop and a bar under a canopy.
The owner told us that there is a one way system along the road and there are signs on your way out that tells you to turn left only. This leads you down some narrow lanes to find a way out.
This isn’t strictly true as the one way system only extends about 50 metres, just off the main road and then there isn’t any restrictions and it is easier to get back on the main road if you turn right out of the site.
We were booked in for 6 nights but only stayed 5 nights as to be honest we were getting a bit fed up with not been able to eat in the sunshine in the evening and there was pressure to eat breakfast and lunch early to eat dinner early to catch a glimpse of the sun up until 5. 20pm. So, we set off home a day early.
We did not complain or request a refund for the night, we just went home. That afternoon we received a call from the owner who asked why we had left a day early. My wife explained about the sun and that it was important to us for an evening meal and that he had told her that the pitch would be sunny and his tone changed, basically saying that he had given us a VIP pitch and was not happy that we were not happy and so we ended the call.
My wife even explained that I had cancer and expressed the importance of her having a relaxing break and a meal in the sun and he showed no concern at all.
Would we return? Definitely not. The owner said he would give us a sunny pitch and tourers are not a priority in the pecking order, he said that no children were staying and he said that there was a one way system, we feel like he told us everything we wanted to hear to induce us to book and we were left disappointed that we did not have the break that we had expected to have.
We also did not like the noisy road. It was also a 35/40 minute drive to shop at big supermarkets which is a bit far for us, but it is a rural site and to be expected. If you do book this site and you like to have a bit of evening sun, look at the site map and request a pitch on the fourth row away from the road if they have not all been taken up by seasonal pitches at your time of booking.
Lovely site. Owners/managers very helpful and friendly and the facilities were modern and spotlessly clean with a hairdryer and and electric socket. Washing up in big Belfast sinks but no drainers.
A beautiful walk to a beach and possible to walk to Newquay along beach when the tide was out (or alternatively along coastal path) all signposted.
Had the best coffee at the Bosun's Locker in Newquay but the menus of the eateries in the town were a bit limited unless you love fish.
The site has Bus stop near (a 5 min walk) serving Newquay Aberaeron, Aberystwyth, Cardigan and beyond other way also the management offered lifts to Newquay for a small donation to the defibrillator fund.
The only problem we had at this site was that the pitches were laid with stones/pebbles and not entirely level, we set up the wedges to improve the level but because of the gauge of the stones, when we drove on to them they just buried themselves down into the stones.
Not so great for motorhomes but probably fine for caravans. Also, other campers (who were short on campsite etiquette) were apt to walk closely past our windows as there was no short pathway to the facilities.
We arrived and were promptly met by the manager who moved our van into place in less than 5 minutes. He gave us a quick guide to the site and left us to it.
We loved the fact you can walk to the beach, it is about 15 minutes away.
Dog friendly, children's park ( our children are too old now but nice park non the less)
5/10 minute drive into New Quay.
Great spot to explore the south west region.
Everything was so so clean! This was a huge bonus in my eyes.
The shower rooms were modern and the showers were huge with plenty of hot water.
There was a tiny shop that seemed to have everything you needed and local too which was a bonus.
There was a horse box converted into a mini bar which locals also used so that was nice to have available.
Only things we disliked which were unavoidable, the site is on a one way system that is very narrow and windy. Some people ignore the one way system so to meet an oncoming car whilst towing was worrying.
The groundkeeper seemed to have no manners at all and cut wet grass all over our awning as we were in the process of packing up. We did advise the management of this who said they would have a word. Annoying when you have grass stains in your awning now.
Overall we would be happy to go back again via mobile
Fantastic site. Owners very helpful and friendly. Toilets and showers best I've ever see. Immaculate. 15 min walk to a beach. Able to walk to Newquay along beach when tide out. Or along coastal path above.
Bus stop just a 5 min walk. Hourly service to Aberaeron, Aberystwyth or as far as Cardigan and beyond other way. Free Saturdays & Sundays. Will definitely return. 5 * via mobile
Wedi cael penwythnos bendigedig yma, croeso cynnes a staff cyfeillgar. Adnoddau bendigedig, popeth yn lan iawn. Fyddwn ni nol eto! Diolch I chi am eich gwaith caled.
Had a wonderful weekend, a warm welcome and friendly staff. Great resources, everything is very clean. We'll be back again! Thank you for your hard work.
Date of Visit: March 2019
Unit: Other
Nights stayed: 0
Travelling as: Other
Reviewer: Webmaster
Please note this campsite was purchased by new owners in January 2019 and reopened in March 2019 following extensive ground work with new pitches. There is a newly built shower blocks and shop. Old reviews refer to the previous ownership and prior to the improvements being carried out.
It's quite a few years since we came to this site, but we came for quite a few years until we actually moved to rural Wales, so our caravan holidays are a thing of the past now. But, it's nice to see Brian still runs it. He is such a lovely man, and nothing is ever too much trouble. He even once charged up our battery in his garage overnight, and once packed up my van and hitched it to the car after I'd pulled a muscle in my back. Nice to see it has remained relatively unchanged, as we feared the big site nearby may have swallowed him up. Way to go Brian, and I hope you continue.
My wife and I first visited Wern Mill over 25 years ago, and it was all we could wish for in a site, it has clean toilets plenty of hook up points nicely manicured grass between the caravans, and the pitches are nice and flat and even, and a very helpful and pleasant owner, OK there is no shop or bar on site, so what! if you are looking for that sort of holiday you could try Butlins or Quay West just up the road.
We have made Wern Mill our second home always a warm welcome and a perfect place to act as a base, so you can travel to other attractions in the area, in New Quay you have a choice of some very good eating houses, there is two chip shops and a pub or two, needless to say we have been back every year since the first time we went and we shall be there again in September this year and we are looking forward to it.
It is the perfect place to go and chill out before the Winter sets in and the manic time around Christmas.
It's a bit hard to find. Look for the sign from the B4342 going towards New Quay, turn right then turn left as much as you can, the entrance sign is up a lamp post. What google maps show as this site is actually a caravan site down the road a bit.
On the site there are mostly long-term-stay tourer vans, but there are a few spaces for tourers and plenty of hook-ups. The site is flat and the grass well kept. The toilet block is plenty big enough and, although old, is well kept. Plenty of hot water in the taps and a 20p 5 minute shower. There is a washing up sink outside under cover.
The owner was very pleasant and engaging. He lives in the house on the site and takes an interest in keeping the place right.
And it was cheap, which is good.
It's a good long walk into New Quay itself, past the big caravan parks which regard the coastline as theirs. The town is a nice place to be, with the quay, marina, lots of benches, cafes and pubs, all built onto a hillside with narrow streets. There is one mini supermarket.
Closer to the site is Cei Bach beach which is sheltered, sandy, weed strewn and lovely, but again the caravan parks would like it to be theirs and it's very hard to find somewhere to park nearby.
The coast path either way is great. Aberaeron to the North is worth a visit. Get away from the traffic on the main road and it has character, and proper shops.
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No Tents 
Caravan Pitches 
Motorhome Pitches 
Small Campervans 
No Glamping Units 
No Statics for Hire 
No Statics for Sale 
No Seasonal Pitches 
Electric Hookups 
Hardstanding Pitches 
Fully Serviced Pitches 
Families Welcome 
Not Members Only 
No Rallies 
Not Naturist Site 
Dogs Welcome 
No Dogs Allowed 
Groups Welcome 
Motorbikers Welcome 
Toilet Facilities 
Hot Showers 
Washing Up 
No Bathroom 
Baby Changing Facilities 
No Laundry 
Drinking Water 
Disabled Friendly 
Chemical Disposal 
No Battery Charging 
No Gas Exchange 
Recycling Facilities 
No Kitchen Facilities 
No Freezer / Fridge 
No Motorhome Point 
Wifi Access 
Shop On Site 
Bar <1 mile 
Restaurant or Cafe or Takeaway <1 mile 
Kids Playground 
No TV Room 
No Games Room 
No Evening Ents 
Fishing <5 miles 
No Wild Swimming 
No Indoor Pool 
No Outdoor Pool 
No Horse Riding 
No Cycle Hire 
No Golf 
No Tennis 
Beach <5 miles 
Watersports <5 miles 
Boat Launch / Mooring <5 miles 
No Sea Views 
Not Working Farm 
No Campfires Allowed 
No Waterside Pitches 
Public Transport <1 mile
No Dog Walk 
Wow please don’t let any adverse comments put you off. Our stay was without fault. 
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