The Paddocks Caravan and Camping
Llanystumdwy, Criccieth, Gwynedd, Wales
Just a five-minute drive from Criccieth Castle and the beach, The Paddocks Caravan and Camping offer an ideal adult-only base for a relaxing getaway. Tent campers are welcome across non electric and electric grass pitches, whilst tourers can pitch on fully serviced hardstanding pitches. Snowdonia National Park and beautiful sandy beaches all within a 5-15 minute drive, this is a perfect location for exploring the landscapes of Gwynedd.
Small adults-only camping and touring site with well maintained clean facilities and friendly owners
Within a five minute drive of some picturesque beaches - Marine Beach and Criccieth Beach
Just a 15 minute drive from Snowdonia National Park, great for keen walkers and cyclists
About The Paddocks Caravan and Camping
If you're looking for a relaxing getaway in Gwynedd, this could be your ideal site. This small, adult-only camping and touring site is set in beautiful countryside within the small village of Llanystumdwy which has a pretty river walk along the banks of the River Dwyfor or along the estuary and the beach towards Criccieth. The village is the birthplace of historical David Lloyd George, so a visit to the museum is just down the road, there is also the local community-owned village pub, plus glorious sandy beaches just a five-minute drive away. Tent campers are welcome across the site's five non electric, and five 6 amp electric, large grass pitches. Each pitches measures 10m x 10m so there is plenty of space to set up your camping chair outside. Campervans, motorhomes and touring caravans are also allowed across the five fully serviced hardstanding pitches, each with an adjacent grass area. The pitches measure 15m x 10m overall, each with a grey waste, water and 10 amp electric hook up. All of the pitches welcome up to four guests, with WiFi available across the whole site, there is a communal area for washing pots etc, with a bench table and seating, fridge freezer and a drinks fridge along with a microwave, kettle and a toaster too plus a phone charging point. BBQs and campfires in fire pits are allowed as long as they are raised from the ground and placed on one of the concrete slabs provided, perfect for nights under the stars. Four-legged friends are also welcome, as long as they are well behaved and camping friendly, with up to two dogs allowed per pitch.
Open from 26 April to 23 September
Facilities include a shower block with two good sized private bathrooms each have a shower, toilet and wash hand basin, plus there are 2 more separate toilets and another separate shower with a dressing room.
There is a communal area with a large table with seating, a washing up area with two sinks, a drinks fridge and another large fridge freezer with an ice and cold water dispenser. There is also a microwave, a toaster and a kettle plus a phone charging point, There is also a good supply of free washing up liquid, hand soap and paper towels for all to use
The nearest shop is Spar shop which is located in the nearest petrol station five drive minutes away. The Tafarn Y Plu village pub is within a ten minute walk of the site and has a small shop for some basic necessities.
Adult only
Allow commercial vans
Allow pets
Bike hire
Café / restaurant
Communal BBQ
Disabled facilities
Drinking water
Electric hookups
Entertainment
Family friendly
Fires allowed
Fishing
Games room
Glamping
Golf
Horse riding
Hot tub
Internet access
Kids club
Kids playground
Laundry
Near beach
Near pub
Open year round
Peaceful
RV pitches
Shop
Showers
Swimming pool
Toilets
TV room
Vineyard
Water hookups
Watersports
W.C. disposal
There are 15 accommodation options on-site
5 x Large Non Electric Grass Tent Pitches
Max 4 people
Grass pitches measuring 10m x 10m without electric, suitable for tents and trailer tents.
5 x Large Electric Grass Tent Pitches
Max 4 people
Grass pitches measuring 10m x 10m with 6 amp electric hook ups, suitable for tents and trailer tents.
5 x Jumbo Fully Serviced Grass and Hardstanding Pitches
Max 4 people
Half hardstanding and half grass pitches with grey waste, fresh water hook up and 16 amp electric hook ups. Suitable for caravans, campervans and motorhomes.
Site tariff
Interested in staying at The Paddocks Caravan and Camping?
Call 07710 521792 to book.
10am to 10pm
Unfortunately The Paddocks Caravan and Camping doesn't share their availability calendar with us yet. Availability changes quickly, especially in summer, so we recommend enquiring by phone to avoid missing out.
Site rules and policies
Check-in is between 1pm and 9pm. (if possible please could you give an approx. time for your arrival)
Check out is due by 11am.
All well behaved, quiet, campsite friendly dogs are always welcome onsite
BBQs and fire pits are welcome, just ensure they are raised from the ground
The site also has small BBQs and chimineas for a nightly hire charge
Charcoal, bags of logs and kindling wood are also available for purchase onsite
This is an adults-only quiet site, that has a strict quiet time between 11pm - 6.30am
Things to do on site and in the Criccieth area
Just five minutes from the coast, this is an ideal location for days out at the beach. Marine Beach and Criccieth beaches (5 minutes) are stunning beaches, great for days of swimming or soaking up the summer sun, then with Black Rock sands in Morfa Bychan being only a 10 minutes drive, there you can take your vehicle onto the vast sand beach for the day!
Criccieth Castle is also just five minutes away, one of Wales' most famous landmarks. This ancient castle sits high on a hilltop, originally built by Prince Llywelyn the Great. Here you can wander the ancient passages or marvel at the spectacular views out to sea, then head down the road to the local well-known ice cream shop called Cadwaladers.
The site is very central for most activities on and around the Llyn Peninsula and the Snowdonia National Park, having great coastal path walks in the area for anyone who loves walking, Plus cycle route number 8 is on the doorstep for cyclists to enjoy their days out too.
Other nearby attractions include:
- Portmeirion Italian village (10 minutes)
- Black Rock sands (15 minutes)
- Welsh Highland Heritage Railway (10 minutes)
- Caernarfon Castle (25 minutes)
- Airworld Aviation Museum (25 minutes)
- Harlech Castle (30 minutes)
Interested in staying at The Paddocks Caravan and Camping?
Call 07710 521792 to book.
10am to 10pm
Unfortunately The Paddocks Caravan and Camping doesn't share their availability calendar with us yet. Availability changes quickly, especially in summer, so we recommend enquiring by phone to avoid missing out.
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