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Just returned from a week's stay here. 2 adults and 2 children, 11 & 8. We've visited quite a few sites now and all on the recommendations we have read here, so here's mainly positives and a couple of negatives about this site:
Positives: lovely setting, easy access to lots of places. Toilets and showers clean, didn't have to queue. Very heavy rain one night but the ground wasn't too soggy. The river is great for the children. Playground central and was very popular. Felt very safe. Highly recommend the Galeri in Caernarfon, we went to see Shrek here on a rainy morning and had a lovely lunch there afterwards. Really good value for money. Crabbing in Caernarfon excellent fun.
Negatives: the website states they take 35 tents and 25 caravans/motorhomes. At one stage the site was so crowded, myself and my son counted the tents, there were over 50, with many caravans etc. Too. I understand the owners need to make their money in the school holidays but it was getting ridiculous.
It also states plenty of room for ball games, well there may have been if there weren't so many tents, as it was balls were hitting tents, cars and windbreaks. There is also supposed to be a policy of minimum noise after 10pm. A lot of sites we have been to also have this rule, which I think is a good one. Here it was not enforced.
Perhaps if the owner/warden took a tour around after 10 sometimes they would be able to address the situation. The cafe attached to the garden centre is lovely, it now serves in the evenings on Fridays and Saturdays, the food is ok but prices steep for what you get, eg side order of onion rings (not homemade, exactly like the Tesco ones I buy) was £2.25 for 4 onion rings!
Overall a good site, I don't want the negatives to outweigh the positives here and we would visit again, but not perhaps in July / August.
We have just returned from 3 nights at this site. We went to this site due to a personal recommendation, along with all the fantastic reviews that other campers have left.
The location is fantastic. There is a wide diversity of things to see and do without going too far. The scenery is spectacular both in the surrounding area and from the campsite itself.
The pitches were flat and pegs were easy to get in - 2 positives! There had been a lot of rain prior to our visit and some pitches were too muddy and out of action. Where we were pitched was fine though.
After the previous reviews we were very surprised with the toilet and shower facilities. They were old and needed repair and renovation. However, more importantly, we never found them clean during our stay. This may be due to only 4 working ladies toilets and 2 mens for a large number of tents. The standard of cleanliness did spoil our stay slightly.
Our children enjoyed playing in the stream, although it was a bit deep and fast flowing for our younger children.
We also found that tents were pitched quite close together which limited the amount of play area - although the small play park was good the older children wanted to play football and cricket but couldn't find space.
Really disappointed with this site after reading previous reviews, however I totally agree with the last review written and feel there will be many more of these to come.
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Overcrowded, guidelines touching on tent pitches, people were going out and buying windbreaks just to get a bit of privacy. Large groups dominated the fields, there were 17 cars between 3 groups which cramped everyone in, looked terrible, chewed up the grass and was very dangerous for kids. No space for ball games and lack of facilities 5 toilets across 2 blocks and 3 showers for ladies and I counted 20 caravans and 50 tents. Facilities were covered in dirt and hair not cleaned in a week.
Positive was a great location for Snowdonia and attractions.
Lovely site but very crowded, we had a tent right next us and we couldn't get to the water facilities. The stream was lovely very fast, the drawbacks were, we were right where you could moor dingys and we had people coming through when we were eating. We also we had a lot of rain and we thought we may have to vacate in the early hours and it nearly burst the banks. The toilet blocks were dirty and smelled and over crowded as was the site, overpriced for the facilities. On the plus side the garden centre is beautiful and so are the tea rooms but very pricey.
Glanllyn is situated on the shore of Lake Bala in Wales. 16 acres of natural parkland and spectacular views of nearby hills and mountains make it an idyllic spot to pitch a caravan, motorhome, tent or campervan with level grass or hardstanding pitches. For water sports enthusiasts there is a private shingle beach with easy launching area for windsurfing, sailing, kayaking, fishing and paddle boarding. Camp shop, wifi, laundrette, excellent heated toilet & shower facilities. The market town of Bala is 3 miles away with plenty of small shops, pubs & retaurants, cinema and a leisure centre. Find out more here
We have just spent a week here on our first camping holiday, so I don't really have anything to compare with.
Unfortunately when we arrived it was raining which was a shame as this gives a slightly different view of things. I called in to the small reception and was greeted by a man who showed us to our pitch as we had Electric hook up.
The site is situated in the tree's and is beautiful and green with well kept grass. Our pitch was right next to the river, which is very noisy especially after rain. I found the noise of the river a little disruptive to my nights sleep, but also an advantage early in the evening as it drowned out other noise on the site and our own voices, so wasn't worried about being too quiet. The ground was very firm even with the rain, so take a good mallet!
We have 3 children and they adored the park and the expanse of fields to play on. There are always lots of children on the park, which was great as I felt relaxed with there safety as the park is central as are the toilets, showers, and washing up area.
I couldn't accurately review the toilets and showers as the rain creates muddy feet, but I did find the showers a little below standard. The toilets in the ladies were ok. And cleaned daily. There is however another shower block with one ladies toilet and one Gents toilet. The showers were quite clean, but I had to keep pressing the button as the water kept going off. The dish washing area was kept clean.
All in all it was a beautiful place with a pretty garden centre next to the site, the weather probably spoilt it a little for us.
There is an Indian close by in walking distance called Sopna that we visited. We had a lovely meal there in nice surroundings, staff maybe need more training on there friendliness.
Caernarfon is a nice place and is about half a mile away from the site. Also less than half a mile a way there is a spar and chip shop which we found pleasant too.
Have just returned from a three night stay, fantastic location, very peaceful site.
Positives: Very clean site,toilet block/showers spotless,good children's play area,friendly helpful owners,level site,lovely setting by river,great for kids to paddle in.
Negatives:No shop on site,considering the £25 per night fee,made it feel a shade expensive. In all a nice no frills site, that's close to attractions. Would I return,yes due to location and cleanliness. Llanberis (15 mins), Spar and Morrisons (5 mins drive).
Very pleasant campsite, plenty of space, flat, camping ground. Lovely location and river is safe for children to play in. Equipped play area was popular with children.
No music after 10pm rule is very welcome and was generally well observed, despite this being the day of the England v USA 1-1 draw in the World Cup. One tent carried on playing music until 10.30 on one night but everyone else was quiet.
Well located close to Caernarvon on Caernarvon to Llanberis road.
We turned up on spec and were given a very warm welcome by Barry & Michelle (the site owners). The site was very busy but due to a cancellation they were able to give us a pitch with EHU right along side the river Seiont.
The pitches are large and level, and the ground, on our visit was very dry and reasonably peg friendly.
There are two ablution blocks, a washing up area and a laundry - all of which were spotlessly clean. Recycling bin for glass and skips for other rubbish.
There is a play area for children and plenty of open spaces for ball games.
The site is dog friendly.
At the site entrance is a rather nice garden centre and on site there is a cafe which we didn't visit but was very popular.
The location is so peaceful and picturesque that we could hardly believe this site is only one and half miles from Caernarfon town centre - it is like being deep in the countryside.
Just had a really enjoyable weekend at this site. Staff were really friendly, site was flat. Open and with lots of playing area for the kids.
Ground is 'peg friendly' which is a first for me.
Facilities nice and clean. Showers not time limited and could be adjusted for temperature easily.
Location is perfect for Snowdonia and local beaches (Dinas Dinlle is a lovely, quiet, sandy beach nearby that has loos, small hills to climb, rocks to clamber over and a small shop - good for families.)
Would not hesitate to recommend this site to others.
Glanllyn is situated on the shore of Lake Bala in Wales. 16 acres of natural parkland and spectacular views of nearby hills and mountains make it an idyllic spot to pitch a caravan, motorhome, tent or campervan with level grass or hardstanding pitches. For water sports enthusiasts there is a private shingle beach with easy launching area for windsurfing, sailing, kayaking, fishing and paddle boarding. Camp shop, wifi, laundrette, excellent heated toilet & shower facilities. The market town of Bala is 3 miles away with plenty of small shops, pubs & retaurants, cinema and a leisure centre. Find out more here
We have used this site for many years, the site has got better every visit. Toilets and showers first class. Very natural scenery.
Perfect location for snowdonia, anglesey and the peninsula. Very nice garden centre with restaurant for full breakfast sandwich or full meal. Owners very helpful and made very welcome at all times.
Caernafon is only 5 minutes away by car where there is supermarkets, chippy, kebab house, kfc etc. Kebab house is well worth a visit. If you fancy a visit to this site you do need to ring and reserve a space as the site fills up very very quick.
Just arrived home after 5 days there. We found this site to be one of the best we have stayed on in the last five years. Toilets clean showers always very hot and never had to queue. Reception staff were more than helpful. There is a very good cafe on site and we found the prices reasonable and you can go on the internet on their computer for 2.50 per half hour. Although this week was not very good weatherwise we will certainly go there again as this is a very beautiful area in which to stay. We thought the hookup charge was a little steep at 5.00 per night, but,H ey you can't have everything.
Riverside is the best camping holiday we have ever had. From booking to arriving we had constant contact with the owners and were greeted like friends, even though it was our first visit. The staff are always around and more than helpful, nothing is too much trouble for them.
The site is gorgeous, very tranquil even during the busy summer, we stayed the second week in August. Plenty of toilet and shower facilities, all of which are kept very clean and close to where ever you're pitched. The site has a lovely garden centre and the cafe is definitely worth a visit, may seem a bit pricey but well worth it as all food is fresh and from the local area.
It is within easy distance of places to visit, we went to Snowdon, the Slate Museum and beach among other things. There is a small shop on site that sells washing tablets, spare gas etc and three supermarkets within a ten minute drive, the owners gave us a map and directions. There is also a small convenience store and chip shop less than five minutes drive.
All in all a truly great holiday, we will definitely be going again and would highly recommend this site to everyone.
We have just returned from a weeks camping at this site. This is the first non Camping and caravanning club site that we have visited and I was very impressed!
The children's play area is superb and the river is stunning and great fun to!
The facilities were clean enough although could be better.
This is the perfect location for exploring Snowdonia etc and I would definitely return again!
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Is Riverside Camping child friendly? YES, it accepts children & has a playground View all facilities
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Tent Pitches 
Caravan Pitches 
Motorhome Pitches 
Small Campervans 
Glamping Units 
No Statics for Hire 
No Statics for Sale 
No Seasonal Pitches 
Electric Hookups 
Hardstanding Pitches 
No Fully Serviced Pitches 
Families Welcome 
Not Members Only 
Rallies Welcome 
Not Naturist Site 
Dogs Welcome 
No Dogs Allowed 
Groups Welcome 
Motorbikers Welcome 
Toilet Facilities 
Hot Showers 
Washing Up 
No Bathroom 
Baby Changing Facilities 
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 <1 mile 
Bar <5 miles 
Restaurant or Cafe or Takeaway On Site 
Kids Playground 
No TV Room 
Games Room 
No Evening Ents 
Fishing On Site 
Wild Swimming <5 miles 
Indoor Pool <5 miles 
No Outdoor Pool 
Horse Riding <5 miles 
Cycle Hire <5 miles 
Golf <5 miles 
Tennis <5 miles 
Beach <5 miles 
Watersports <5 miles 
No Boat Launch 
No Sea Views 
Not Working Farm 
No Campfires Allowed 
Riverside Pitches 
Public Transport On Site
Offroad Dog Walk On Site or Direct Access 
Just returned from a week's stay here. 2 adults and 2 children, 11 & 8. We've visited quite a few sites now and all on the recommendations we have read here, so here's mainly positives and a couple of negatives about this site:
