Bolmynydd Camping Park

Bolmynydd Camping occupies a spot on the Llŷn Peninsula’s southern coast that’s sheltered by the Llanbedrog headland. Midway between Pwllheli and Abersoch, this serene location is understandably popular with campers and caravanners alike. The problem is that some nearby campsites pack in as many caravans as they can, then squeeze in a few tents as an afterthought. However at family-run Bolmynydd, things are different. Caravans are limited to seasonal pitches around the site edges – the rest is reserved for tents, campervans and motorhomes. Everyone has a spacious pitch and fantastic views encompassing the coast and the mountains of nearby Eryri (Snowdonia).

In the peak summer months Bolmynydd is often full but copes well due to its spacious feel and planted hedges, creating corners of privacy. It’s a fairly traditional site in many ways, with clearly marked pitches, electric hook up and a facilities block with flushing loos, hot showers, dishwashing sinks, and a laundry. But it’s also small enough to retain its family-run feel. Rhodri and Ruth, your hosts, do a grand job of maintaining the site, which is spread between two flat and peaceful fields. It's all their little touches that make Bolmynydd such an enjoyable place to stay. Things like lighting the paths in the dark, numerous water points (so you don't need to trek to the main block), free Wi-Fi, and a handy dog-walking area. They ask for no amplified music on site and don’t allow large groups of campers.

If you've come to this neck of northern Wales, the chances are you’re in pursuit of outdoor activities, typically wet ones. And there’s plenty of opportunity for those. The closest beach for a swim is a walkable half mile down the road. Then there’s sailing and watersports at Pwllheli and Abersoch, both within five miles. But the benefits of the location don’t end there. The Llŷn Peninsula Coastal Path passes close by and offers ramblers a route that’s as long or short as you want it and the ever-visible mountains of Eryri are only half an hour’s drive away.