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The campsite has fantastic views over Newport Bay and is on the Pembrokeshire Coastal Path. There are plenty of pitches and even though it was a Bank Holiday when we camped there was plenty of space. The toilets and showers are cleaned every day and there is always hot water for showers and washing up. Drinking water is available at various taps around the site. Picnic benches are provided and there is a lovely barn 'The Cafe' where a fire is lit in the evening and campers can meet and socialise, sometimes with live music or Welsh singing. The owners, (and Trixie the dog), give everyone a very warm welcome, and sometimes a tot of whisky! A freezer is also available to use in the barn as well as a BBQ and gas burners. I would recommend this campsite to anyone who wants to 'get away from it all' and enjoy the beautiful Pembrokeshire Coast and all it has to offer.
This site is just fabulous. Yes, as some reviews have noted the showers and toilets are basic, but they are kept very clean, this is camping for goodness sake, not a 5 star hotel!
The views from the front two fields are magnificent. Then there is what I would call an overflow field, where there is so much room and is ideal if you want to be away from everyone. It is very relaxed here and the site owner is very accommodating, letting you choose your pitch to suite yourself. We paid £20 per night with hook up. (two of us in a tourer)which is about average for the area. The main field is on a slope with small terraces levelled off to site your rig.
This site is for those who want to be close to nature, with stunning views, it is not for those who want a swimming pool and club house with bingo in the evenings.
We are going back next weekend and this time will have a drink in the 'Cafe' (It's just a tin shed in fact) BYO and a glass. Really looking forward to it.
Myself and couple of mates felt like we needed a break from ‘the rat-race’ – so even though it was late September decided to head up to Pembrokeshire for a few days camping, walking and kayaking.
Our first problem was that most sites had or were closing due to it being so late in the year, then we stumbled across Tycanol Farm Campsite. So a phone call later and we’re pulling up onto the farm. It was pitch black when we arrived yet the owners son was at hand and walked us around showing us where everything was – he left us to it and we set up and settled in.
The next morning, climbing out of the tent was amazing. The views across the bay were spectacular – the sun was perfect and as it was late in the year we realised we almost had the campsite to ourselves. Cracking.
Whilst cooking breakfast we could hear a rumbling truck turning the corner and then we got to meet the owner of the truck and the site. He (who was ‘only just 80’) was great, not only was he friendly and welcoming he was also a font of knowledge and dispensed tourist information and leaflets at ease. Even offering to give us lifts into town if we needed it.
The following night after a day out Kayaking we asked if we could have a fire and the owner set one up in a barn he has on site especially for campers. We cooked our dinner over the fire and It was great. Later on in the evening the owner went round to the other campers (a few had turned up by then) and invited them along (with the offer of a glass of wine to sweeten the deal), we ended up having a great night chatting with the owner and guests, most of the stories he told did concern two Irish friends of his which always ended up with a giggle. Sat by the fire toasty whilst it being freezing outside with clear skies will always be a fond memory. Just to note the other campers there were all return customers, raving about the views and enjoys this experience.
The site itself was clean and fairly flat at the top with a slight slope on the bottom field (thou this had better views). The toilet facilities are basic, but the showers were hot and pressurized – perfect for aching muscles. Hand-on-heart it’s not the Savoy, but then again if you're expecting 5 Star Holidaying you shouldn't really be camping. The view, price and piece & quiet made up 10 fold for the facilities being a bit dated. There were lots of picnic benches round the site which was great. You were literally a minutes walk away from the coastal path and the harbour is a short walk from the bottom of the site.
The small town of Newport is a 15 minute walk away (sign posted from site)and we discovered some nice pubs and friendly locals. I also highly recommend the butchers in town – best steak I’ve had in a long while!
Had such a great time we bought the owner a bottle of wine to say thanks and will definitely visit again.
We have just returned from a 4 night stay here after finding it purely by accident. Mr Harries is `90 years old in 10 years` and is a very friendly welcoming host. He met us as we arrived driving up the field in his buggy and within 5 minutes I had been driven around given the tour. We have visited numerous sites in our motorhome over the last 5 years to all corners of the UK. For us, this is undoubtedly the very best most enjoyable place we have ever stayed at and we will definitely be returning. You pick your spot and a large heavy duty picnic table is delivered to you.
We picked a really quiet out of the way corner but each evening would go down to `The Cafe`, an old barn with furniture and a fire burning in a converted washing machine drum. You get to chat with everybody else, finding where they are from and hear Mr Harries telling funny stories and some good home spun philosophising over a convivial drink or two if you so wish. Everything is all very relaxed to come and go as you please, chatting with other campers or keeping to yourself as the mood takes you. The most telling pointer is the number of returnees we spoke to, some have been visiting for 25-30 years.
The facilities are basic but they are very clean, after I had showered I felt I really had showered. Looking at some of the comments here, this really is the `Marmite` of sites isn't it ? To those making derogatory comments, I suggest you keep to the formalised predictable settings of the Caravan Club etc. where you can mainly interact with other campers with little more than a 'good morning` around the pristine boring looking toilet blocks with their heated floors, soap dispensers and electric hand dryers. I would rather enjoy a real experience with the real people thanks very much.
Great views across bay. Easy/nice to walk to beach or village.
I would not like to stay when busy, as may not be enough toilets or showers to support size of site.
Dogs seemed to be allowed to run free, I prefer them to be on leads so their owners can clean up after them, and they don't come bothering other people.
I would stay there again because I like the area, (but not if site was full or busy like in school holidays. )
There's hardly a site that can beat this one for stunning views. Shops and small harbour within walking distance. You can walk the coastal footpath which passes right behind the site, or you can venture into the Preseli Mountains for hikes.
The whole area is full of interesting places of historical interest. Or why not go winkle picking with your kids on the immense beach of Newport? Surfing, swimming, anything the like is possible and near at hand. However the facilities of the site are very basic.
Toilets and showers seemed to be hosed down every morning, but you would hope for some disinfectant to be used too.
The areas for tents are not always level, but hedges give some effective protection from winds that can be nasty on the coast.
Tycanol Farm is a basic campsite in terms of its facilities. Limited toilets, and washing facilities shared with washing up facilities, and there is no provision for the disabled. However up to a few years ago we spent many years holidaying throughout July on there because if you want stunning views across Newport Bay, direct access to the coastal path, the most genial and helpful host in the world then this is the campsite for you. It is not a quiet site, especially in high season, and as pitches are not marked crowding can occur. Newport village is a short walk away via a country lane, though the Spar there is somewhat expensive. Better shopping can be accessed in Cardigan or Fishguard. Do use the Poppit Rocket - a mini bus service allowing further access to the coastal path. One of our favourite walks was to take the Rocket to Ceibwr Bay and then walk back to Newport - no need to use the car - great. The area abounds in walks - the nearby Gwaun Valley is wonderful and a trip up to the top of Carn Ingli - which overlooks the area is a must. Staying at Tycanol is what you make it - come with the right attitude and you can have the holiday of a lifetime.
I have nothing but good to say about this site. The views are fabulous and the owner is very friendly and anxious that you should get the best out of your stay, whatever that may be.
The site is huge, three (possibly four) large fields, all beautifully tended, and we were invited to chose our own pitch. When we visited in mid July the site was fairly quiet and if we'd wanted to, we could have had a field to ourselves.
The facilities were clean and generously sized, yes, there's no sink in the ladies, but it was only a few steps to find one, and the showers are free, warm and unlimited.
What I think must be an old barn has been set up as an indoor barbecuing area, with benches to eat on, which must be a real bonus in poor weather. One huge plus for us was that dogs were positively welcomed, and the owner was happy for ours to be off lead all the time and romp with his lovely dog.
The coastal path runs past the bottom of the site, and it's a shortish walk into the lovely but busy town of Newport, where there's lots of places to eat, and one of the best butchers I've been to for a while.
The only small criticism I have is that fires are not allowed, but watching the boats in the harbour is compensation!
Sloping site with amazing views over the beach and estuary, and access to the coastal path from the bottom of the site. Only a mile or so out of Newport.
The owner was friendly and welcomed us on arrival. We were allowed to pick our own pitch as there were only a few others staying that night.
Unfortunately the site offered the very worst facilities I have ever seen. The toilets were housed in old farm buildings and were in desperate need of cleaning and refurbishment. There wasn't even a sink in the ladies toilet - you had to go outside to use the dish washing sink. I was too horrified by the toilets to even look at the showers.
The cost was high for the level of facilities - £26 for one night (including hookup and extra for the dog).
We stayed only one night and will not be returning.
My favourite campsite, and I've stayed at many! The owner is a fantastic host and encourages and participates in interaction with his guests. Sometimes when visiting during quieter winter months, he's taken us on a night out to his favourite watering holes, great times. The facilities are basic, but the prices are very fair. Anyone who complains would probably be better off staying on a caravan site/holiday park in my opinion.
DO ask if the barn loft is available, its 15 per person per night, has two rooms and two double beds and cooking facilities, you're certain to fall in love with it, the place is so full character!
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Tent Pitches 
Caravan Pitches 
Motorhome Pitches 
Small Campervans 
No Glamping Units 
No Statics for Hire 
No Statics for Sale 
No Seasonal Pitches 
Electric Hookups 
No Hardstandings 
No Fully Serviced Pitches 
Families Welcome 
Not Members Only 
No Rallies 
Not Naturist Site 
Dogs Welcome 
No Dogs Allowed 
Groups Welcome 
Toilet Facilities 
Hot Showers 
Washing Up 
No Bathroom 
No Baby Changing 
Laundry On Site 
Drinking Water 
Disabled Friendly 
Chemical Disposal 
No Battery Charging 
No Gas Exchange 
No Recycling Facilities 
No Kitchen Facilities 
No Freezer / Fridge 
No Motorhome Point 
No Wifi Access 
Shop <1 mile 
Bar <1 mile 
Restaurant or Cafe or Takeaway <1 mile 
Kids Playground 
No TV Room 
No Games Room 
No Evening Ents 
Fishing <1 mile 
Wild Swimming <1 mile 
No Indoor Pool 
No Outdoor Pool 
Horse Riding On Site 
No Cycle Hire 
Golf <5 miles 
Tennis <1 mile 
Beach <1 mile 
Watersports <1 mile 
Boat Launch / Mooring <10 miles 
Sea Views 
Working Farm 
No Campfires Allowed 
Open All Year 
No Waterside Pitches 
Public Transport <5 miles
No Dog Walk 
The campsite has fantastic views over Newport Bay and is on the Pembrokeshire Coastal Path. There are plenty of pitches and even though it was a Bank Holiday when we camped there was plenty of space. The toilets and showers are cleaned every day and there is always hot water for showers and washing up. Drinking water is available at various taps around the site. Picnic benches are provided and there is a lovely barn 'The Cafe' where a fire is lit in the evening and campers can meet and socialise, sometimes with live music or Welsh singing. The owners, (and Trixie the dog), give everyone a very warm welcome, and sometimes a tot of whisky! A freezer is also available to use in the barn as well as a BBQ and gas burners. I would recommend this campsite to anyone who wants to 'get away from it all' and enjoy the beautiful Pembrokeshire Coast and all it has to offer. 
