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Graig Wen
Arthog
Dolgellau
Gwynedd (Browse area)
LL39 1YP
Tel: 01341 250482
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Pitches: 23
Open: 01/03/2026 to 05/01/2027
01/03/2027 to 05/01/2028
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| Who's it for |
 Families Welcome |
 Not Members Only |
 No Rallies |
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 Dogs Welcome |
 No Dogs Allowed |
 Groups Welcome |
 Motorbikers Welcome |
| Facilities |
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 No Bathroom |
 No Baby Changing |
 No Laundry |
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 Disabled Friendly |
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 No Motorhome Point |
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 Bar <5 miles |
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| Activities |
 No Playground |
 No TV Room |
 No Games Room |
 No Evening Ents |
 Fishing <5 miles |
 Wild Swimming <5 miles |
 No Indoor Pool |
 No Outdoor Pool |
 Horse Riding <5 miles |
 Cycle Hire <5 miles |
 Golf <5 miles |
 No Tennis |
 Beach <5 miles |
 Watersports <10 miles |
 Boat Launch / Mooring <5 miles |
| Other Features |
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 Not Working Farm |
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| Date of Visit: August 2009 |
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| Reviewer: Cjd128 |
1 review from this member |
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 Very nice campsite quiet surrounding beautifully countryside the owners were very pleasant and nothing was too much trouble.
The camp site gave you plenty of room and had some secluded areas to camp if you wanted to be left alone.
Logs were delivered to you camp and if you wanted to bring your own wood you could.
Well behaved dogs were welcome as sheep roam the campsite. 
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| Date of Visit: August 2009 |
Unit: Tent |
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| Reviewer: Lonsdals |
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We were not disappointed, returned another three times this year. The lower camping fields which are restricted to summer opening only (by the local council) are simply camping heaven.
The views over the estuary and surrounding mountains are sublime, the pitches all have their own names (kind of quirky) and the sizes are the most spacious you are ever likely to come across.
The icing has to be that every pitch has a fire pit which allows you to sit back and enjoy the experience late into the night, with the 'Logman' delivering bags to your pitch on a nightly basis (To be paid for of course).
The site accesses the estuary pathway which takes you to Barmouth in one direction, or to Dolgellau in the other (Passing a good pub on the way) and is flat and safe for kids to cycle either direction.
Walking and cycling are part of the course in this region and if you want to explore that bit further then there are some great places to experience within a short drive (30mins from Coed y Brenin).
The kids may just want to explore the woods, go crabbing in the estuary or simply kick back on the odd rope swing that can be found. Just don’t expect playgrounds for them, this is old fashioned playing, the kind that has almost been forgotten, but the kind that will build memories.
It is a hike from the lower fields up to the main toilet and shower block and the facilities are basic, albeit clean when you get there, however this is not a site for commercialism. If you want scenery, location, tranquillity and great hosts then look no further.
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| Date of Visit: August 2009 |
Unit: Touring Caravan |
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| Reviewer: Rabbin8 |
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We stayed over the bank holiday weekend and even though the weather was awful we enjoyed the break. We were on pitch 5 and had a lovely view of the estuary until a group of campers decided the view was theirs alone and erected a large windbreak and pergola between the tents, thus restricting the view to everyone else. The main road right behind the pitch can be a little noisy but not too bad. The main winge was the state of the hardstanding, boy are they hard. My solid steel screwpegs were useless and I managed to bend six of them, we ended up holding down the sides of the awning with the plentiful rocks. Dont get me wrong this a nice little site, as many campers will testify, its just us cosseted caravaners that need a bit more than just a nice view.
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| Date of Visit: July 2009 |
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| Reviewer: Morgaine |
5 reviews from this member |
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We camped in the touring park early in July before the lower fields were opened. Our pitch was small but we enjoyed probably the best views we've had camping. The walk down to the estuary was easily accessed down the hill, but the walk back is very steep - a bit tricky for our kids who had to push their bikes.
We enjoyed our stay at Graig Wen, but we thought the facilities are basic for the price we paid. The small toilet block was kept nicely clean but I couldn't get more than a trickle of lukewarm water. You had to walk down past the house to the shower block, which I found very basic and a bit cold. Like other reviewers, I thought it was a bit steep charging £1 for showers, with a family of four it really bumps up the price per night.
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| Date of Visit: July 2009 |
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| Reviewer: Donny Osmond |
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This site affords a splendid location overlooking the beautiful Mawddach Estuary - which is just a steep walk/cycle away though some woodlands & the lower camping field. The only downside in terms of location is that the upper field backs right onto a main road & can be noisy.
Only the upper field was open when we were there & the site was pretty quiet given it was midweek & just before school holidays. As it stood the site was fine for our needs - although I felt charging £1 for about 3 minutes hot water in the showers was a little tight. I'd much prefer the site charges a little extra & offers free showers. However, the facilities were clean & there was an honesty box system to buy snacks & milk, etc.
The lower field will be opened for about a month in July & August, and I'm not sure I'd want to stay there when it was busy. There are no facilities in the lower field & as mentioned it is a steep walk to the toilets & the showers. There are only 2 men's toilets & 2 showers in total.
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| Date of Visit: April 2009 |
Unit: Touring Caravan |
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| Reviewer: RHSandes |
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I have been visiting this campsite for the last 17 years, and have always been impressed by the previous owner’s Tom and Emma's hospitality, especially for my disabled friend when he stayed in the disabled suite.
This site has always been a campsite with minimum but adequate facilities, but always a joy to go to. However when I heard the site had been taken over recently by Sarah and John I was naturally a bit wary on my first visit, I need not have been, John have really gone all out to make this site not only more welcome to campers by providing more facilities which are Incidentally excellent, and by landscaping the site have added greatly to the beauty of the site.
The toilet block is a basically the same as it was with four toilets, with washing facilities including hot water, but has been radically refurbished with the addition of a dishwashing facility outside the toilet block. Again the shower facilities have been upgraded and a pound provides all the hot water needed for a shower. Again John and Sarah have updated the hook up situation and each site now has its own hook up.
Playing space for the children is somewhat limited however the campsite is never jammed full so there are playing areas on the site itself. Also walk down that the track way from the site down through the woods provides plenty of playing areas, and Fairborne beach is only 10 minutes away, while the other way Barmouth is only 20 minutes away, with stretches of safe beach, funfairs, another facilities for children.
Graig Wen recommended as a campsite with adequate but excellent facilities, reasonably priced and with beaches and places to visit within easy reach, also good shopping facilities in nearby Barmouth.
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| Date of Visit: April 2008 |
Unit: Campervan |
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| Nights stayed: 3 |
Travelling as: Mature couple |
| Reviewer: Dot P |
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Stayed for Easter - and believe we saw the site at its best. The wonderful views from the the site over the Mawddach Estuary are incredible. The site is beautifully kept - owners are permanently on top of everything.
The toilet block was kept immaculate all weekend. The shower block was also kept very clean - however its rather old and a walk down to the site entrance. £1 for a 3 minute shower - they were piping hot - but it added on £2 a night for a couple to the cost of staying.
The site had a great atmosphere - everyone seems to mix in together. This was helped by the owners arranging a bonfire on the Sunday night.
Only possibly minor negative comment would be there is a lack of anywhere for younger children to play. Luckily at the weekend the grass pitches weren't taken so it became the play area - albeit somewhat hectic and a little noisy having 10-12 under 8's running around right outside the hard standings.
Miles from the nearest shops so the honesty shop was a bonus. Bread, milk, toiletries, drinks and best of all chocolate! They really do try to think of everything here.
All in all a really great site - credit to the owners Would highly recommend and will proably stay there again ourselves.
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| Date of Visit: July 2008 |
Unit: Tent |
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| Reviewer: Daisyhill |
2 reviews from this member |
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As with many of the other reviewers we normally go for campsites with more facilities and were a bit taken aback when we arrived at Graig Wen, we were soon won over by the beauty and tranquillity of the site and plan to return at the end of the summer hols.
I would like to give a little warning to nervous drivers that the track down to the lower camping fields is a bit hairy although you get used to it after a few goes, I also noticed a few people struggling to get their cars moving when the ground got wet in the lower field. Large families might also want to note that showers are a pound a go, which could significantly up the price of your trip if everyone likes to have a shower every day.
There are two showers, a small toilet block, a drinking water tap and a washing up sink (no hot water) at the top of the site and a composting toilet near the bottom field. There was also a tap in one of the lower fields but we couldn't find it! More water taps in the lower fields would be most welcome and possibly another composting toilet as the one there was heavily used during our weeks stay and did get a bit eye watering on warm afternoons.
The site is located on the Mawddach trail which is fantastic, but remember that you'll have to wheel the bikes down a steep gravel track to get to it - we found this a bit of a challenge for our kids.
The best features for us were the scenery, space and camp fires. You'll need lots of energy and strong legs to enjoy this campsite but it's definitely worth it
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| Date of Visit: April 2008 |
Unit: Tent |
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| Reviewer: KevinRhodes |
12 reviews from this member |
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We've become accustomed to camping with all the mod cons (electric hook-up etc) over the years, so we were a little wary when my pal said he'd booked Graig Wen for our annual trip away as a group. 'There's only one hook-up and you haven't got it', he said.
Undaunted, we prepared ourselves for a more simple style of camping and what a reward! This site is excellent. There is simply so much space and freedom, and the opportunity to have campfires is wonderful (although it was a bit on the cold and windy side when we were there). My advice now would be to manage without the hook-up and go down on the lower levels of the site. It's much more natural.
I have to say I blanched when the owners mentioned the compost toilet but how wrong can you be? Just about the best camping lavvie any of us had ever used! Pong-free and a lovely view into the bargain! We did find having our own chemical bog an advantage, though. It is a bit of a hike to the loos, especially in the middle of the night.
The wildlife was as advertised with buzzards and woodpeckers in evidence. We will definitely be returning.
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| Date of Visit: May 2008 |
Unit: Trailer Tent |
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| Reviewer: Jo Q |
1 review from this member |
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What a wonderful site.
The owners are very friendly. The bike path is brilliant. Our 7 year old son learnt to ride his bike. Simple camping experience with one of the best views from our tent ever.
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| Date of Visit: June 2008 |
Unit: Tent |
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| Reviewer: Maj15 |
10 reviews from this member |
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Spent a night here with the intention of cycling on the Mawwdach trail.
After being greeted by the friendly owners, we were directed down to the fields, being told to pitch wherever we liked. The car track down from the entrance to the main site is not for the faint-hearted but limited camping is available at the top next to the main toilet block.
Being used to a more commercialised site it was a bit of a shock to see the camping fields some distance from the showers and toilets at the top and to find them covered with sheep and sheep poo. It soon started to grow on us though, as we camped in a secluded spot in the valley with our nearest neighbours at least 500 yards away.
This was wild camping at it's best, total seclusion and quiet but facilities within reach. We checked out the compost toilet expecting a stinking hole, but were pleasantly surprised to find it clean and pong-free! Logs are available to buy, as camp fires are positively encouraged in the fire pits dotted around, and are just about the only source of light after dark.
This is a fantastic site if you want to get away from it all. We will definitely be returning and wish the new owners the best of luck with the site.
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| Date of Visit: May 2008 |
Unit: Tent |
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| Reviewer: Saturnus |
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Well what can I say, sent home blissed out.
Just spent the bank holiday with Charlotte and our dog Jessie in this rural paradise and have to be completely honest I think we've found Nirvana.
There are 40 acres to get thoroughly lost in and the clearest night skies I,ve seen in Britain. We will definitely be back for the perseiod showers. Book us in.
The owners were suitably chilled out and left you to your own devices which is such a change from the usually overbearing commercial campsites.
Don't get me wrong there are rules but these are designed to enhance the physical environment.
There is virtually no noise except for the wildlife. Facilities are basic but clean (if you want all mod cons stay at home)The tree bog is a nice addition and John is always on hand to produce logs on request(I mean logs for campfires of course) They have also started an honesty box(a nice touch) lets not abuse it.
All in all a place with class. If you want a genuine camping experience this is as close as it gets. We will certainly be back. Good luck John and Sarah and keep it just so, we like it like that.
P.S. Remember to press the red button on the shower. If you don't you will be heard down the valley. It's cold
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| Date of Visit: April 2008 |
Unit: Campervan |
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| Reviewer: Nick jevons |
1 review from this member |
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A truly amazing place! What a view that greeted us as we pulled up in our VW campervan. We were there for a week so we chose one of the hard standing plots with electric hook up but there are 40 acres of wonderful countryside to explore and get some real experience of remote camping.
We had a beautiful view over the Barmouth estuary. We also took our bikes which meant we could cycle to the George III pub which is an half an hour's ride along a old railway track that hugs the estuary for some excellent pub grub.
The very hospitable and charming owners Sarah and John are in the process of building a compost toilet in the lower field so the more remote campers don't have to traipse up the hill to the very clean main toilet block.
There are lots of stunning walks to discover and a great place just to chill out in.
We will definitely be going back to explore more.
Oh and the site is doggie friendly as our 2 hounds found out as they hung out with Grace and Jasper.
I would recommend this site to all VW owners as a 'must do campsite.'
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| Date of Visit: March 2008 |
Unit: Motorhome |
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| Reviewer: Msoutho |
2 reviews from this member |
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We stayed here in our campervan on an eletric hook up pitch overlooking the estuaray, we were the only ones there on Thursday but were joined by a few hard core campers Friday/Saturday - this was on the 1st weekend in March 08 and the biggest storm this year was due to arrive on Sunday. It's easy to find, quite and great for a long uninterupted walk.
We had a peaceful weekend, Sarah & John were lovely and we recieved a very warm welcone at a very reasonable price.
It looks like they have worked really hard to make this site even more beautiful that it previously was! We had a look around the holiday cottage they offer which will be a place we would consider for Xmas/New year this year, it's been fitted out beautifully and has a lovely log fire and ample space for a party of 6.
The toilets are new and clean with toilet roll, also mains water conmections outside and the showers are hot and clean. The views are fantastic - better then we have seen anywhere.
The walk down to the estuary was lovely and the fields for camping are layered down from the main house to the estuary.
Whilst we were there they were building yurts on the field to the left of the mainhouse which looked large and when finished would be fantastic, the views to the mouth of the sea are great and you can watch the sun set.
We will definetley revisit this site, hopefully in less windy times.
Thanks for your hospitality
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| Date of Visit: September 2007 |
Unit: Motorhome |
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| Reviewer: Nick Armstrong |
1 review from this member |
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All we would add to the other reviews is that it also worked for a young family with a four month old baby. The Mawddach cycle trail is flat and safe and allowed us to use a trailer which we would not otherwise have dared use so young and the slow meander along the south side of the estuary, across the footbridge and up Barmouth beach was a fantastic day. Beautiful and deserted.
We will try dragging him up Cader Idris, or around Coed-y-Brenin, next time.
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