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For several years we have spent New Year away from home in our caravan with friends and my parents who also have their own vans. We have always used the same Caravan Club site just outside Chester, a site that we also use frequently for weekends away. However this year deciding that we had been creatures of habit for too long we thought we would try somewhere different and more convenient for us to all get to. Having seen Bron Y Wendon many times whilst travelling the A55 we looked them up on their website and spread our wings. However having just returned I have to say that we were very disappointed to say the least.
Firstly to give them credit the pitches and in general the site was well presented and immaculately clean from the moment you enter the driveway and the views from the pitches are fantastic; there is some noise from the A55 and the train track at the bottom of the site but to be honest that didn't really bother us.
Our main reasons for complaint were concerning the poor value for money and the rules, rules and more rules and the way in which they are imposed by the staff. I understand obviously that everywhere has rules but some of these seem over the top.
On arrival my parents and our friends were not allowed to pitch their own vans, (ours had been dropped off earlier by request of the park as we were not finishing work until later so they towed it to pitch for us). The response to why they couldn't pitch their own vans was a rather frosty 'we don't want people to drive on the grass'; considering the pitches were hard standing and straight off Tarmac and they both offered to use their movers for final positioning neither could see any problem but they were refused entry past the gate. Instead they had to wait for a tractor to arrive to tow them to pitch, leading to a considerable delay, not amused and begs the question as to what stops people driving across the grass on departure?
We had to pay £1 per night extra for dogs (a total of £5 per night between us all), so what does the dog get, no dog bins or a dog walk, why the charge?
My mum is currently undergoing cancer treatment and as a result has to be visited daily by a Community Nurse. They insisted on a charge of £1 a day for the nurse to come on site and a £4 refundable deposit for a barrier card. After a lengthy disagreement and a threat to leave they finally decided to waive the fee but why the argument, where is your compassion?
The reception staff were really 'queer' when we had a visitor, they would not let them park their car on the car park in front of reception even though it was empty and had been for the last three days. Again they wanted £1 per person entry fee and £4 refundable deposit for a barrier card. Couldn't be bothered arguing so they just made the 30 mile return trip without visiting, very uninviting and unfriendly!
The 'top' toilet block, which we were told was very nice and had been fully refurbished a few years ago, was locked throughout as it was out of season. We accept and understand that but the other toilet block was in the middle of being refurbished and the Gents in particular in my humble opinion not fit for purpose. There was no heating in there throughout our stay and it was freezing and the only time I did try to get in to one of the showers, the first one nearly scolded me and the second took several minutes to even get Luke warm, so I abandoned it and decided to use my vans facilities. Not a problem but it is when you consider the considerable cost per night for the use of the facilities, so come on Bron Y Wendon, stop ripping people off!
So unfortunately we will have to look elsewhere, as it stands I wouldn't use or recommend Bron Y Wendon, which is a real shame as it's such a lovely site. It just appears to be unfriendly, un accommodating and poor value for money, for a lot less than half of the price of a night on this site I could get a CL with no facilities!
This site has the lovely views over the Mersey estuary. It is just off the A55 which goes from Chester to Anglesey which is quite a busy road day and night.
This is an ideal site as a stop over into Wales and perhaps to explore this part of North Wales but not a site to take children if you are hoping to find a nice sandy beach. The beach is a bit of walk and is a great disappointment being more mud than anything else and not very accessible. There is a long distance cycle path going along the edge of the coast which is attractive to walk along.
The site itself doesn't have any facilities for children or pets. More of an adult site even though it does allow children. Very friendly staff.
This is my third visit to this very pleasant site.
Elevated tidy site with sea views, spacious pitches set well apart at all angles. Grounds well kept. Toilet and shower blocks kept very clean.
Easy to find just off the roundabout. Spacious waiting area on arrival. Staff very helpful and friendly. Card entry system. Tractor will tow your caravan into position. Washing machines and a tumble drier + ironing facility. My orange dongle works perfectly well for picking up emails etc.
Garage with shop selling essentials just off the roundabout. Local walk down to a pebble beach with cycle track alongside. Colwyn Bay and main shops about 10 minutes drive. Dog friendly sandy beaches in Colwyn Bay.
Visited this beautiful site and its views for a week in May. The wardens are very welcoming and nice. We were down by the train line with the sea seemingly just the other side of the train line.
The trains do run from around 6am into the evening, we got used to them after a day or so. The A55 was on the other side of the park as stated in previous reviews and that was noisy.
The only real problem we found was the shower blocks, they seemed to be constantly wet, showers didn't seem to drain and there wasn't any mops or squeegees to clean up after a shower unlike most sites.
All in all would we go back, probably not as not the cheapest site by the views are awesome
Just had three nights on this site, was a late arrival and did not have time to look elsewhere. First impressions were positive. The site and facilities are obviously well cared for (although - sadly no shop/refreshments/bar). The location looks great only a short trip from the shore/cycle track and with superb elevated sea views. Although the tariff is expensive we decided to stay. Things went downhill from here! This sites borders are literally sandwiched between the A55 dual carriageway and the North Wales main-line railway. The noise from the former is a constant drone that seems to go on round the clock and the disturbance from the latter is more intermittent but extremely loud (starting very early in the morning until late in the evening) No peace for sleeping OR relaxing around the van during the day. When you consider the tariff £20 low season - £25 high season for a tiny two berth per night plus add ons (£3 a night for a small canopy! and Thursday 23rd May counted as the start of a Bank Holiday Monday weekend???. Etc etc). Loved the North Wales experience, both coastal and countryside but would certainly NOT consider this site in future.
Just had a long weekend at this site, apart from the weather it was very enjoyable. Staff very friendly and helpful, on arrival were show to our pitch and constantly asked if we needed help. Facilities were very clean and quite local to all pitches. The views from this site are fantastic (even if the wind turbines out at sea are a bit of an eyesore.
Couple of little negatives, the hard standing pitch we were put on was very narrow, it was surrounded by a kerb on 3 sides and I had to balance our Aquaroll on a storage box as it would not fit between the caravan and the kerb, same problem with our step I had to put it half under the caravan which made it very difficult getting in and out of caravan, I could have put it on the grass but it would have resulted in a wide gap to step across. I could have got over this problem by moving our caravan tight up against the kerb I could have then got the Aquaroll in and put the step on the grass but when I realised this I had already dropped the legs and put the wheel lock on, but I still feel for a super pitch (all services)it was very small.
Nearest shop for papers is 10 min walk away and sells basically nothing else, its just across the road from the nearest pub and next door to the chippy (which closes at 8pm) Access to the beach is none existant, we did manage to find some steps just across from the old lifeboat house but the bottom step is around 2 foot 6 of the rocks below, so impossible if you are less able. I can't deny there is an amount of noise from the A55 and also the train track (one runs one side of the site the other runs on the other side so no escape)But the noise is at a minimum and caused us little trouble.
I thought the cost of £21 per night was quite good, we paid an additional £2 per night for the super pitch which to me is worth it. Would I go again?. Yes I would and I would recommend the site to anyone wishing for a nice base close to some of North Walses best attractions.
We have passed this site numerous times on our way further into Wales and always wanted to try it. Wow - are we glad we did. A beautiful, well maintained site. Excellent tarmac access roads, well kept grass areas and bins / water / grey waste never more than a few meters away. The toilets are cleaned several times a day and never shut for cleaning, a great idea, no more wondering what time are they closed ?!?
The staff are excellent and have a wonderful knowledge of the surrounding area. The no. 12 bus runs along the coast bewteen Rhyl & Conway giving access to most places worthy of a visit. Yes, the A55 is a bit noisy, but you DO get used to it and it is worth tolerating to stay at Bron Y Wendon.
We will be visiting more than once in 2013 as it is just over an hour from home.
If staying, you must walk along the coast towards Abergele and visit the Tides Bistro. Fantastic food in a lovely ambience and a great location.
Arrived on the site and was escorted to our pitch. The lady then guided us on to our pitch ( all staff very helpful). We had a sea view and was situated in between both shower blocks and the water utilities.
Shower blocks were cleaned several times a day and the water was piping hot. The site is kept in excellent condition with the grass being cut daily. An ice cream van visits the site daily. Yes the first couple of days you can hear the A55, but after that and a couple of glasses of wine you don't notice it.
There are 3 pubs within walking distance from the site one of them being the Fair View Inn which serves good food at reasonable prices.
All in all a superb site, great location and very helpful staff. We would not hesitate to visit again.
Well what to say. Brilliant spring to my mind. It was exactly what we hoped for. A large hard standing pitch. With a sea view, and what a view about 4 feet from the pitch was the drop down to the sea so you literally looked over the water. I will however say one small thing that you may want to bare in mind. If you are like us wanting that sea view and so go on the edge then make sure your awning is up to the task of withstanding that sea wind. Ours was but I don't think I would have liked to use just the normal pegs you get with one of the newer porch awnings. The wind does come in strong.
The facilities on site are ok. The showers were ok, the water pressures a little low but the showers are free and they don't use the push button system. The reception is manned 8 till 8 and there was always someone there. They also have wi-fi at a fairly ok price too.
The only two tiny snags I would bring up is one, the games room is only a room with a ping pong table in it so I can imagine when there are a lot of kids on the site this doesn't really keep many of them entertained.
Also the pitches are 5 inches sunk so if you happened to have a wide awning then it may not fit and it has to go inside the hard-standing pitch footprint. But even taking that into account it was a lovely site with a fantastic view.
Also with it being only a few hundred yards away from the A55 express way accessibility for Wales is so easy.
The reception was efficient and brisk, we were shown to our pitch but not shown the games room or told about the wi-fi we didn't see the information until late in the day and at £3 day we did not bother.
The grass was nicely mown, the bin area was clean but not much recycling. The shower were clean and lovely and hot.
This site has lovely views of the sea, but the beach is a bit of a let down, rocks and boulders.
The pitches are grass and hardstanding, quite close together we were surrounded on all sides.
The noise from the A55 was not nice and the site did not have a holiday atmosphere in our opinion. There was very little within walking distance and because of the road noise we went off site during the day.
Had a fantastic 8 nights at this site. Site is very easy to find of the A55 (less than 2 minutes). On arival reception staff were very helpful with checkin and walked us to the hard standing pitch. Member of staff also help direct onto the hardstanding so we were positioned to fit the caravan and awning in.
Site is positioned between A55 and railway line, but the pitch we were on was above the railway, so only noticed trains as they went past, and below the A55 so there was only a low hum from the road.
Individual pitches are spaced out and it does not feel like you are being crammed in.
Ther are plenty of grassy areas for the kids to run about and play. The staff did request no ball games around the caravans, which is understandable as I would not want my new caravan being hit by a football!
Toilet blocks were spotless and cleaned regularly. Always plenty of hot water available for showers/washing/washing up.
Aparently there is a games room with a ping pong table and TV, but we did not get to use.
The TV signal is excellent with just our 'mushroom' and TV card plugged into a laptop. There was no need for satelite/big arial.
We would highly recommend and are intending to visit again.
We stay regularly at Bron Y Wendon, as it is only an hour and a quarter from where we live.
We know the site from the time my husband worked in that area of Wales, building the A55 road thirty years ago, when the site now occupied by Bron Y Wendon was where the concrete was produced and plant and vehicles were stored.
It has been nice seeing the site develop from its use when the motor way was being built to how it is now in its mature state. I has been interesting to see, like a time lapse film we have seen trees and foliage grow and take shape.
Bron Y Wendon is a large open site divided into large grassy areas. It has views of the sea from most spots on the site, with the railway down a steep embankment between the sea and the site.
Their toilet and shower facilities are very good, clean and well maintained. There is a games room in what was a former farm house. Parts of the house are available to let as apartments for visitors without caravans. There are two large shower blocks and a lavatory by the games room.
There is no shop, club or restaurant on the site. I'm not sure about a play area visitors would have to check the on line information or enquire at the office. I can't recall seeing tents on the site but its worth checking whether they allow pup ents. Motor homes are also allowed.
Dogs are allowed.
The beach is accessible down a steep road from the site ans is only a five minute walk. There is a pleasant walk along the beach and the river taking you towards. Abegele and a cafe situated on the beach about a fifteen minute walk away. The cycle path network runs along the beach from Abegele to Rhos on Sea, which you can see from the beach and indeed from the site.
In the other direction it is on a five minute walk to the village of Llanddulas.
We have always found the staff of Bron Y Wendon to be friendly and helpful. The site has the usual electric hook up and dishwashing, laundry and water/waste facilities. It is convenient for Colwyn Bay and all the surrounding holiday destination being the gate way to North Wales.
We have stayed at Bron Y Wendon regularly over the last twenty odd years. It is a relaxing, spacious, clean and convenient site. We hope to visit again and would certainly recommend it couple and families.
Only stayed here one night thank goodness. Site well maintained, set on a slop looking out to sea. If you were near the railway lines it was a long trek to empty waste and chemical toilet. Showers almost scalding. If you are noise intolerant as I am you will hate the noise from the A55 it is constant day and night it gets into your head.
I visited this site many years ago when it was only small, there used to be a gate at the bottom of the static field which was a short cut to the beach. This has gone and now you have to walk down the road at the side which is very steep. Not recommended for people with walking difficulties.
We visited Bron y wendon at the end of June, arriving about 7pm, very pleasant and helpful staff, you are escorted to your alocated pitch and instructed where everything is.
All pitches seem to have a good sea view, the site is sloping and few pitches are level so minor levelling is required, the site is very well kept and as a barrier entry system which is easy to operate,
There are two facilities blocks which again were spotless, the one we used had large shower rooms and plenty of hot water,
The site is a stones throw from the A55 and there is a constant rumble of traffic which is worse at the top of the site, a train line runs below the site, but is not that noticeable,
For motorhomers water fill up could prove a little tricky as we had to find a stand pipe and block the road, but by far the worst is the motorhome waste dump point, very poorly thought out, a member of staff has to remove a large metal plate and its in a very awkward position, best to bucket away,
Great for cycling along the sea front to Rhyl or dog walking, pubs are close by but we didn't visit,
All in all a nice little site for a weekend away, take your bikes and enjoy
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Holiday Homes for Hire 
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Electric Hookups 
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Families Welcome 
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Dogs Welcome 
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Groups Welcome 
Motorbikers Welcome 
Toilet Facilities 
Hot Showers 
Washing Up 
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Baby Changing Facilities 
Laundry On Site 
Drinking Water 
Disabled Friendly 
Chemical Disposal 
No Battery Charging 
Gas Exchange 
Recycling Facilities 
No Kitchen Facilities 
Freezer / Fridge 
Motorhome Point 
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 
Indoor Pool <5 miles 
No Outdoor Pool 
Horse Riding <1 mile 
Cycle Hire <1 mile 
Golf <1 mile 
Tennis <5 miles 
Beach <1 mile 
Watersports <1 mile 
Boat Launch / Mooring <5 miles 
Sea Views 
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Campfires Allowed 
Open All Year 
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Public Transport <1 mile
Offroad Dog Walk On Site or Direct Access 
For several years we have spent New Year away from home in our caravan with friends and my parents who also have their own vans. We have always used the same Caravan Club site just outside Chester, a site that we also use frequently for weekends away. However this year deciding that we had been creatures of habit for too long we thought we would try somewhere different and more convenient for us to all get to. Having seen Bron Y Wendon many times whilst travelling the A55 we looked them up on their website and spread our wings. However having just returned I have to say that we were very disappointed to say the least. 
