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Gaerhyfryd Caravan Site

Corwen, Denbighshire, Wales

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On the edge of the Clwydian Range and Dee Valley, Gaerhyfryd Caravan Site offers a peaceful stay surrounded by countryside. It is five minutes from the town of Corwen, great for local pubs and restaurants. There are fully serviced pitches for tourers, each with electric, water, grey water and a TV aerial. Enjoy free WiFi and a dog exercise area, with scenic trails to explore all around. Rhug Estate Farm Shop is a 15 minute walk away!

Why choose Gaerhyfryd Caravan Site


Featured in our 2025 Outstanding Sites list of reliably excellent camping, glamping, and touring sites

Family-run touring park with fully serviced pitches, free WiFi and a dog walking area

Five minutes to Corwen, only 20 minutes from Snowdonia National Park (Eryri)

Great country walks from the site, a 15 minute walk to Rhug Estate Farm Shop, Brasserie and Takeaway

About the site


Set on 250 acres of organic land and easily accessible from the A5, this site welcomes families and couples for a rural escape with plenty of walks to explore nearby. Take in stunning views across the open countryside and keep an eye out for the resident Highland cows grazing. There are 37 hardstanding pitches for roof tents, caravans, campervans and motorhomes, each fully serviced with 16 amp hook ups, water, TV connection, drainage and a night light. All pitches have stone hardstanding alongside a grassy area. Please note that awnings are not allowed on the grass. There is also an individual service post per pitch. This is the ideal base for exploring the stunning Clwydian Range and Dee Valley National Landscape, just a 20 minute drive away. Snowdonia (Eryri) is also 20 minutes away, where you'll discover dramatic mountain landscapes, lakes and Yr Wyddfa, the highest peak in Wales! Up to three four-legged friends are welcome per pitch, with plenty of nearby walking routes for dogs to enjoy. BBQs are allowed, provided they are raised off the ground. Open fires are not permitted.

Gaerhyfryd Caravan Site is open from 01/03 to 05/11. Pitches from £13/night for 2 people (based on 2 nights).

"Facilities were spotless"

Kevan D

"This was the perfect campsite"

Rhiannon P

"The best showers I have ever encountered on a campsite!"

Peter S

"Fantastic site with great views, great services, and clean facilities"

Ross B

"Billy. What a lovely man, there to help with anything and everything"

Jenny H

"A lovely pitch in a corner with cows and sheep in fields around us. Loved waking up to that view!"

Andy R

Outstanding Site 2025

What facilities are at Gaerhyfryd Caravan Site?

Accessible facilities

Allow commercial vans

Allow pets on site

Café / restaurant / takeaway

Drinking water

Family friendly

Shop

Showers

Toilets

W.C. disposal

WiFi

(Included)

Dog exercise area

Electric hookups

Laundry

Peaceful

Wash up area

Water hookups

Guests have access to toilet and shower blocks (closed daily from 11am until noon for cleaning). There is also a washing up area and a laundry area with a coin-operated washing machine and dryer.

A tourist information room is available, and free WiFi is available throughout the site.

For picking up essentials, Spar is a five minute drive away. Rhug Estate Farm Shop, Bistro and Takeaway can also be reached within a 15 minute walk. The Goat Inn and The Blue Lion are five minutes away by car for food and drink.

Great for walkers

Nearby trails and gardens to explore, including Snowdonia Hikes (20 minutes) and Bod Petrayal (20 minutes) for a peaceful stroll and bird spotting.



There are 37 accommodation options on-site

Bookable pitches and accommodation options

Fully serviced hardstanding pitches with 16 amp hook up
Fully serviced hardstanding pitches at Gaerhyfryd Caravan Site
Fully serviced hardstanding pitches for units up to 8m
Fully serviced hardstanding pitches
Fully serviced hardstanding pitches
Fully serviced hardstanding pitches
Fully serviced hardstanding pitches
Fully serviced hardstanding pitches service points

37 x Fully Serviced Hardstanding Pitches

Max 6 people

Fully serviced hardstanding pitches with 16 amp hook ups, water, grey water and TV aerial for tourers only. Units up to 8m. Grassed area by each pitch (awnings not allowed on the grass).


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Single Axle Caravan - Fully Serviced Hardstanding PitchesMay 2026

Very nice Campsite Facilities spotless we had a great time see you again xx

Immaculate site with lovely views

Serena B

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Motorhome - Fully Serviced Hardstanding PitchesApr 2026

Lovely clean site . Fabulous hot showers and immaculate facilities. Highland cows with calves in adjacent fields made it something special. Nice walk down to farm shop and visitor centre . Just be prepared for the uphill on the way back.

Fantastic site

Kevan D

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Motorhome - Fully Serviced Hardstanding PitchesMar 2026

We were greeted by the owner on arrival and directed to our pitch (choice of 2). It suited our motorhome perfectly. The lady informed us of the facilities etc and was most helpful, even guided me onto the pitch. The site was so peaceful, and the facilities were spotless. Well worth the money and will definitely be returning.

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Frequently asked questions about Gaerhyfryd Caravan Site

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Site rules

Check-in at Gaerhyfryd Caravan Site is from noon until 8pm. Please advise the site if you are delayed. Check out is due by 11am on your last day.

Yes, Gaerhyfryd Caravan Site is dog-friendly, allowing up to three per pitch, and there is a dedicated dog field for them to explore. Please keep them on a lead and supervised at all times.

Gaerhyfryd Caravan Site allows BBQs, provided they are raised off the ground. Open fires are not permitted.

Gaerhyfryd Caravan Site does not accept group bookings unless by prior agreement.

Yes, Gaerhyfryd Caravan Site does operate a quiet policy between 6pm and 9am.

Yes, Gaerhyfryd Caravan Site allows day guests. Please let the site warden know for security reasons. There will be an additional charge if guests wish to stay the night.

Pitches

Gaerhyfryd Caravan Site allows awnings (as long as they are not on the grass) and pup tents. Sorry, gazebos are not permitted.

The electric hook ups at Gaerhyfryd Caravan Site are 16 amp.

All of the electric pitches at Gaerhyfryd Caravan Site have your usage included in the price of your booking.

Cars must be parked in the designated area at Gaerhyfryd Caravan Site.

Gaerhyfryd Caravan Site allowed up to six guests and three dogs per pitch.

Facilities

Yes, site-wide WiFi is available at Gaerhyfryd Caravan Site. This will be free of charge for your stay.

No, there is not a shop at Gaerhyfryd Caravan Site. For picking up essentials, there is a Spar five minutes away by car, or head to Rhug Estate Farm Shop, a 15 minute walk away.

No, there is not a restaurant or cafe at Gaerhyfryd Caravan Site. For dining out, The Goat Inn and The Blue Lion are five minutes away by car.

No, Gaerhyfryd Caravan Site does not offer EV charging. The closest electric vehicle charging point is the Pod Point Charging Station, a five minute drive away.

No, Gaerhyfryd Caravan Site does not offer a communal fridge or freezer.

Most phone service providers should be able to access a phone and 4G signal at Gaerhyfryd Caravan Site. Free WiFi is also available.

Getting there

The nearest train station to Gaerhyfryd Caravan Site is Wrexham Central, a 40 minute drive away. The closest bus stop is Alwen Cottage, a 25 minute walk away, with services every two hours to Barmouth on the T3 and Bagnor or Corwen on the T10. Please check bus timetables to plan your route accordingly.

Local taxi companies to Gaerhyfryd Caravan Site include Llangollen Taxis (01978 861999) and Eco Bee Taxis (07925 340175).

The closest bus stop to Gaerhyfryd Caravan Site is Alwen Cottage, a 25 minute walk away, with services every two hours to Barmouth on the T3 and Bagnor or Corwen on the T10. Please check bus timetables to plan your route accordingly.

What's nearby

The nearest pubs to Gaerhyfryd Caravan Site are The Goat Inn and The Blue Lion, a five minute drive away. The Rhug Estate Farm Shop, Bistro and Takeaway is also a 15 minute walk away.

The Clwydian Range and Dee Valley, Snowdonia (Eryri), and the Horseshoe Falls are all 20 minutes away, offering plenty of scenic walking routes. Bala Lake is also 25 minutes away.

The Rhug Estate Farm Shop, Bistro and Takeaway is a 15 minute walk away, a 12500 organic farm market with a restaurant, drive-thru, and selling its own goods.


A note from the site themselves...

We have 250 acres of organic land, with cattle, sheep and our herd of Highland cattle, which you will see as you walk around the site. We have also diversified and converted a barn on the farm into an exclusive wedding and function venue.

Rob, Helen and the family took over the site in the spring of 2020 from Rob's brother and sister-in-law, Jonny and Nerys. They ran the site for 15 years, having taken over from Rob and Jonny's parents, so it is always very much a family affair. We all hope to welcome you soon, Helen

Gaerhyfryd Caravan Site is ideal for...

Couples
Older children (13+)
Peace and quiet

Things to do on site and in the Corwen area

This site is ideally positioned for exploring some of North Wales' most spectacular landscapes. Both Snowdonia (Eryri) and the Clwydian Range and Dee Valley National Landscape are just 20 minutes away, offering endless opportunities for walking, cycling and outdoor adventures.

The Horseshoe Falls (20 minutes) offers scenic riverside walks and peaceful picnic spots for a relaxing day out. History lovers can visit Erddig, a National Trust estate set within 1200 acres of parkland with an 18th-century manor house and gardens.

For lakeside scenery, head to Bala Lake, around 25 minutes away, or enjoy a journey on the Bala Lake Railway. Alternatively, take a trip on the Llangollen Railway, which follows the River Dee through the valley.

Those seeking adventure can visit Canolfan Tryweryn (20 minutes), where a range of exciting whitewater activities are available, including rafting, kayaking and more. Wrexham is a 40 minute drive away and offers plenty to explore, from Chirk Castle to scenic trails of Alyn Waters Country Park.

Other nearby attractions include:

  • Llyn Brenig Visitor Centre (20 minutes)
  • Vale of Llangollen Golf Club (25 minutes)
  • Tŷ Mawr Country Park (35 minutes)
  • Pistyll Rhaeadr (55 minutes)
  • King Arthur's Labyrinth (55 minutes)

The listing for Gaerhyfryd Caravan Site was last updated on June 3rd, 2026 at 10:24 AM

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