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Aberafon Camp Site
Gyrn Goch
Caernarfon
Gwynedd (Browse area)
LL54 5PN
Tel: 01286 660295
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Pitches: 65
Open: 02/04/2026 to 06/09/2026
01/04/2027 to 12/09/2027
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 Caravan Pitches |
 Motorhome Pitches |
 Small Campervans |
 No Glamping Units |
 No Statics for Hire |
 No Statics for Sale |
 Seasonal Pitches |
 Electric Hookups |
 No Hardstandings |
 No Fully Serviced Pitches |
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| Who's it for |
 Families Welcome |
 Not Members Only |
 No Rallies |
 Not Naturist Site |
 Dogs Welcome |
 No Dogs Allowed |
 Groups Welcome |
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| Facilities |
 Toilet Facilities |
 Hot Showers |
 Washing Up |
 No Bathroom |
 No Baby Changing |
 Laundry On Site |
 Drinking Water |
 Disabled Friendly |
 Chemical Disposal |
 Battery Charging |
 No Gas Exchange |
 Recycling Facilities |
 No Kitchen Facilities |
 Freezer / Fridge |
 Motorhome Point |
 Wifi Access |
 Shop <5 miles |
 Bar <10 miles |
 Restaurant or Cafe or Takeaway <10 miles |
| Activities |
 Kids Playground |
 No TV Room |
 No Games Room |
 No Evening Ents |
 Fishing On Site |
 Wild Swimming On Site |
 No Indoor Pool |
 No Outdoor Pool |
 Horse Riding <5 miles |
 No Cycle Hire |
 Golf <5 miles |
 No Tennis |
 Beach On Site |
 Watersports On Site |
 Boat Launch / Mooring On Site |
| Other Features |
 Sea Views |
 Not Working Farm |
 No Campfires Allowed |
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 Coastside Pitches |
 Public Transport <1 mile |
 Offroad Dog Walk On Site or Direct Access |
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Date of Visit: September 2020  |
Unit: Touring Caravan |
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| Nights stayed: 6 |
Travelling as: Mature couple |
| Reviewer: Kayapa |
1 review from this member |
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 Amazing holiday. The site is very close to the beach but entrance to the site is a bit hairy! Although the beach is very rocky not easy to walk on.
The showers on site are few. The toilet blocks and showers were lovely and clean. Can't fault the site as long as you like simple.
Nice to have a catering fan a few nights a week. If you don't want to travel there isn't a great deal of shops/ restaurants around.
Owners were very friendly. I can't comment on child friendliness as we didn't see any as they were back at school but there was a play area for them. For us it was great. 
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| Date of Visit: September 2020 |
Unit: Campervan |
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| Nights stayed: 1 |
Travelling as: Mature couple |
| Reviewer: Louissa |
27 reviews from this member |
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Gorgeous location between the coast & the hills, with access to what is essentially a private (albeit stony) beach.
Very tight gateway off the main road, then a narrow, winding road - probably a squeeze for big motorhomes & caravans.
Facilities were modern and clean. The shower block is quite a walk from the beach adjacent fields - the little toilet/pot washes based in the fields are very useful but limited in both number & facilities (only 2 toilets and a tiny handbasin). The showers in the main block cost 20p for 3mins - they're hot enough but small cubicles, and there isn't anywhere to sit/put your clothes other than a single hook (and nowhere for soap in the shower).
There are visiting food vans sometimes - there was a crepe/waffle van the morning we were there. (The crepes were fine but not outstanding. And it would have been nice if they'd sold hot drinks too. )
Staff were friendly but only seemed to respond to email/confirm online bookings once a day so I'd recommend calling if you need a quicker response.
Covid-19 modifications: Check-in was done remotely and the shop was closed. I didn't see any santiser provided (unlike some other sites) but the facilities were cleaned several times in the day, and there were some posters up regarding how many people could use the wash areas at any one time.
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| Date of Visit: August 2020 |
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| Nights stayed: 2 |
Travelling as: Solo traveller |
| Reviewer: JamesPL |
11 reviews from this member |
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A really lovely location, I was on the bottom 'Beach Field' which basically adjoins the private beach. Was given a pitch number before going and checked in by phone due to covid restrictions.
Each tent pitch has an electric hook-up but you need the caravan attachment. In the corner of the field is a unisex toilet area with 3 cubicles and 2 sinks to wash up with piping hot water.
There is a clean private beach with a jetty for launching boats off, though the waters are shallow even at high tide. It does have a tight entrance if you're planning on taking either a caravan or motorhome.
There is a shower area and van selling waffles in the other areas of the camp not too far away.
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| Date of Visit: June 2010 |
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| Nights stayed: 7 |
Travelling as: With friends |
| Reviewer: Siobhan2 kids |
3 reviews from this member |
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Beautiful site, returned a few times now, just love it here.
The site is well cared for and we loved the little camp area for a group set up too.
Close to the running stream and the toilet block which was always immaculate.
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| Date of Visit: July 2020 |
Unit: Campervan |
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| Nights stayed: 2 |
Travelling as: Mature couple |
| Reviewer: Allanj |
2 reviews from this member |
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Nothing to dislike here, met a lady on the beach, she has been coming here for over 40 years, says it all realy, A friendly reception and advice,
Given the pandemic understandably facilities were limited, but we were so thrilled to be there, and will be there again in the future,
Many thanks to the owners, and again Thanks. Rating from me, my wife and the dog Excellent 👍👍👍
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| Date of Visit: August 2019 |
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| Nights stayed: 7 |
Travelling as: Family with young children |
| Reviewer: NigelAllens196 |
5 reviews from this member |
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Really friendly and nice site.
Views on the top field are spectacular but very exposed when windy. We opt for the lower field.
Easy access to the beach with rock pools which is great for the kids.
Would recommend.
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| Date of Visit: July 2019 |
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| Nights stayed: 5 |
Travelling as: Mature couple |
| Reviewer: Jintsy |
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The location of this campsite is stunning BUT it is let down by the facilities. There are only three showers in the ladies and three in the gents for 65 pitches.
The facilities have seen better days and cleanliness left a lot to be desired, the mop and bucket left to clean were a disgrace, I tried using it to rinse out the shower and the mop left it so filthy I had to spend the next 15 minutes cleaning both the mop and the bucket as both were so dirty, even worse you have to pay for the privilege, 20p for 3 minutes, advise using flip flops at all times. Also the showers are not great, a circle of water with nothing in the middle, but the water was hot.
If you are paying for electrics please be aware that the rules you receive on arrival state you can only use the for lighting, cool boxes and charging electronic devices not cooking etc. , there is nothing on the website telling you this.
The site entrance is not for the faint hearted, is a steep single track road with lots of trees and shrubs and a number of turns and only one mirror, needs more.
We met a very aggressive 4 wheel drive half way who literally kept driving at us whilst we reversed back up the hill, no thanks, then they proceeded to make the car behind us reverse out onto a busy main road, luckily they were the minority but really needs a better system of entry and exit especially if you are towing.
On a positive note being able to have campfires on the beach was wonderful. This site could be an absolute gem, but needs investment in the facilities, and more day today management of the whole site, especially around the shower blocks.
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| Date of Visit: August 2018 |
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| Reviewer: Maido |
5 reviews from this member |
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Site although has brilliant scenery, areas are very exposed to high winds.
Booked for a long weekend and only stayed one night. Got back after a walk to find tent completely blown apart all poles snapped and full of rain water. In land the conditions were nothing like.
Would recommend asking for a sheltered pitch.
Will not return.
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| Date of Visit: August 2018 |
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| Reviewer: Squistle |
3 reviews from this member |
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Could be an amazing campsite but the shower block and toilets let it down badly. The three shower cubicles for all the women on the site are very small and get very wet. There's nowhere to put anything down and it's incredibly difficult to wash a child in if you need to. There's also no area to sit and get dressed. Not only that but the water from the other showers runs through your cubical and straight out the front door. The smell isn't great and has a general unclean feeling. The small toilet up in the field had no hot water to wash up and barely any water pressure on the cold tap. Was quite shocked on reading the rules that electric was not to be used for cooking or heating as the daily price for the hookup was quite steep.
Access to the beach and the stream running through the site was the only saving grace for us this trip.
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| Date of Visit: August 2018 |
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| Reviewer: Ethan0796 |
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Fantastic views but this site just wasn't for me. Very basic facilities. Electric was terrible the whole 5 nights. Constantly tripping out although other people said they were using all sorts of appliances at the same time and had no issue.
Grass was long and pitch had huge holes which meant we were unable to use a section of our awning. Pitches are also not as big as they state. All the pitches on our section were unable to park their car next to their van, which meant parking in front. Blocking the view. Shop only open 2hrs or so a day. I'm know it suits a lot of people, this is the reason I originally choose the site. But I definitely won't be back. Prior to arriving I asked if we could extend our stay. Was told they are fully booked. But when we left today there were numerous pitches available for the bank holiday!
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| Date of Visit: May 2018 |
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| Reviewer: Clint1974 |
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Me and a friend stayed over the spring bank holiday in 2x 4 man tents pitched back to back. The site is very picturesque right on the beach and we paid extra for a sea veiw. The host was very pleaseant and after checking in we didn't see her again. Pizza oven was on site from 5-8pm so evening food was sorted at £7 good value. We had a disposable barbeque for the following day and there is a morrisons/asda at nearby Caernarfon (9miles).
Relatively quiet site a few families and children but all well behaved. No kids play area but there is the beach and a games room if weather is not so good. Only negative is nearby pub/restaurant too far too walk so would have to drive, did try too taxi firms but they weren't interested, apart from that Excellent.
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| Date of Visit: August 2017 |
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| Reviewer: Rich March |
7 reviews from this member |
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Location, Location, Location.
That's almost all that is needed to be said. It is beautiful. From the stream that runs through the site and out to sea, to the sea views in one direction and mountain views in the other.
The directions on the sites website are ample and it is easy to find. DO NOT UNDERESTIMATE THE WARNING ON THEIR WEBSITE ABOUT HOW TIGHT THE ENTRANCE IS IF TOWING. IT IS TIGHT. It is also obviously able to be passed as there were caravans on the site but it is not easy. Double check your dimensions with the owners prior to booking would be my suggestion and take advice.
Facilities are reasonably basic, the main shower block being adequate but the other toilet block being far simpler. That said, they were clean, showers were warm and of a good pressure and there was never a queue for the gents ones at least. Females only queued once in 2 weeks. 20p for 3 minutes but you can put in as many 20ps in one go to have a constant flowing, longer shower.
A lovely little play area for children and a wooded area for them to explore, a donkey, a horse and some goats all enjoy a good fuss!
The fields were lush and green with good sized pitches. Nothing in the centre of the fields, just pitches around the edge giving a nice open feel and plenty of room for children to play. It is exposed in places, just make sure you know how to put your kit up properly. When you leave your pitch for a day trip, even in nice weather, plan for the wind picking up whilst you are out.
The beach is very easily accessed from the site. Nearest to the site it is quite stony however we found walking left towards Trefor about 15 mins, half way between the site and Trefor the beach is far sandier with far less stones in the sea. Sunset campfires on the Beach! Unbelievable and lovely.
The owners were very friendly, approachable and helpful.
A great site and our plans for next year are now being reconsidered!
Nearby, within 40 minutes we visited :
Mt Snowdon. Climbed from Llanberis.
Caernaron for food shopping and the Castle.
Aber Falls
Swallow falls.
Y Garn, Glyder Fawr and Tryfan mountains.
Anglesey for Beaumaris Castle and the beach at Llanwddyn.
Porth Ceiriad for the best beach with the clearest sea water I've seen in the UK. So many snorkel'ers.
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| Date of Visit: August 2017 |
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| Reviewer: Michellebee |
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Lovely site, clean and tidy. Easy access to the beach, fires allowed. Very windy when we stayed, our tent stayed up others were not so lucky. Advice to anyone going to stay ask for a sheltered area. Electric hook up is available.
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| Date of Visit: July 2017 |
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| Reviewer: Kevindad |
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After ten years of British campsites. Finally one that's near perfection. Mind you we were in the sheltered area by the entrance to the site. Excellent service from the owners. Stunning area, walks and Hills to climb. Great for kids. Private unspoiled beach. We are going back.
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| Date of Visit: June 2017 |
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| Reviewer: Sazza42 |
18 reviews from this member |
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The main draw for this campsite is the location. The site is made up of 4 or 5 fields arranged right on the beach. You can choose either a seaview pitch or a sheltered pitch. We were super cautious and went for a sheltered pitch and we were very glad we did.
The approach to the site is ‘interesting’. I have no idea how they get caravans down the approach lane as it is very steep and full of bends. Our pitch was in the first field as you come into the site which was lovely and quiet and conveniently placed next to the shower block. The other fields are higher up and more exposed to the wind. However, they have spectacular views. We could just catch a view of the sea through the trees, so if you really want the views you should go for the other fields.
Everyone mentions the wind at this site and it is definitely something to consider. Our first night was very peaceful and the only noise was the stream behind our tent. On the second night the wind picked up a bit. We didn’t have any trouble as we were on the sheltered field; however the noise of the wind going through the trees was immense. In the morning we had a look at the tents on the upper fields and some of them were looking a little worse for wear. Several people spent the morning moving their tents down to the sheltered field. The weather forecast hadn’t shown strong winds so I would always be cautious & book a sheltered pitch whatever the weather.
Our stay covered a weeknight & a weekend night & it was interesting to see the site change. It was incredibly peaceful on the Thursday night and during the day on the Friday – the fields were full of rabbits and the campsite ducks wandering about. By the Friday night, weekenders were arriving and the site was definitely livelier – although still very quiet – definitely no rowdy visitors (except for the wind). I would definitely visit again – the only thing that would make me stay away is how few showers they have. We had no problem getting a shower cubicle on the Friday morning, but it was a different matter on the Saturday. The site wasn’t anywhere near full for the weekend either. I really wouldn’t want to be camping here on a Bank Holiday. The shower block looked to be pretty new and was very clean and well looked after. There were several small toilets dotted around the other fields as well.
The beach is right next to the site and the sunsets were amazing, we sat on the beach each night before turning in. The stream runs down through the site to the beach and is perfect for children. There were some children playing in the stream when we went down to the beach for the sunset and they were there first thing in their pyjamas the next morning! The beach is perfect for children, a bit of sand, a stream and loads of rock-pools.
Overall, this is a brilliant site which we would definitely visit again, just not at a busy time unless they increased the number of showers.
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