How to prepare for a caravanning holiday in Wales
Even if you're a seasoned caravanner or motorhome owner, it's important to prepare before you set off for your holiday in Wales. Some of our roads are steep and narrow, so be sure to plan your route carefully. And popular caravan parks in Wales are often full in peak months. Bookpitches in advance or chances are you might be disappointed.
Importantly, please don't park your caravan, campervanormotorhomeanywhere other than a designated camping site. Parkingin unauthorised locations often damages natural habitats and it can also cause strain on local services and infrastructure.
For more useful information take a look at the advice and training section on the Caravan Club website.
Views of the interior of a campervan
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Caravan parks in West Wales
West Wales is hugely popular for family caravan holidays because there's mile upon mile of sandy beach. Kids of all ages will love it!
Broad Haven
Ros and John who own used to be caravanners themselves so they know exactly what they're doing at this 61 pitch park in Pembrokeshire. With beaches on tap, boat trips to see the puffins of Skomer Island nearby and Oakwood Theme Park a short drive away there's plenty to keep everyone happy. Dogs are welcome too.
Read more: Discover the stunning beauty of the Pembrokeshire coast
Gower
Three Cliffs Bay Holiday Park sits on top of a hill and takes its name from the glorious bay it overlooks. Access to the bay is just a short walk, with the rest of the Gower Peninsula Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty to explore too. There's golf, pony trekking and a vast nature reserve nearby. Dog owners are welcome.
Three Cliffs Bay, Gower, West Wales
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St Davids
If you want to stop in the smallest city in the UK and wander around St Davids, spend a few nights at, a Welsh Campsite of the Year winner with formidable views out to sea. As well as being in an area of pilgrimage and near the birthplace of the patron saint of Wales, its waters are frequented bygrey Atlantic seals.
Read more: Exploring Britain's smallest city
Tenby
is a Wales-in-Bloom-winning caravan park between Tenby and Saundersfoot. Created with an eye for landscaping, the park is a peaceful green haven with rockeries, lawns, flower beds and trees. There are seven beaches within two miles and a hidden cove a short walk away.
Beach fun in Saundersfootand watersports in Caerfai cove, Pembrokeshire, West Wales
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Caravan parks in South Wales
You can take your pick with South Wales caravan parks. Sandy beach, bustling towns and villages or rolling countryside - the choice is yours.
Llandow
Llandow Caravan Park, near the market town of Cowbridge, has been keeping holidaymakers relaxed for more than 20 years. There are 175 pitches with separate areas for families, excellent disabled facilities and a dog walking area. Along with the sandy beaches of the Glamorgan Heritage Coast there are ancient castles and flower-filled gardens right on the doorstep.
Read more: Things to do in The Vale of Glamorgan
Bridgend
offers room for 60 pitches on a working sheep farm. The site is next to the Ogwr Fachriver and surrounded by native trees. It is well-located, about 18 miles from Cardiff and under 30 miles from Swansea.
Caravan parks in Mid Wales
Campsites and caravan parks in Mid Wales are all about getting closer to nature. Walking, cycling, pony trekking - it's ideal for fun and adventure in our great outdoors.
Hay-on-Wye
Anchorage Caravan Park is a family-run caravan and camping park in Bronllys, close to the border between England and Wales. It has large lawns and quality on-site facilities, not to mention spectacular views of the Black Mountains. The site is just seven miles from the beautiful town of books that is Hay-on-Wye.
Usk
Pont Kemys Caravan and Camping Park by the River Usk is one of the best places to pull up in Monmouthshire. The eight-acre site near Usk has plenty of room, and there's a dog exercise area if you're planning to bring a pet along for the ride. The market town of Abergavenny, famed for its annual food festival, is seven miles away.
River Usk, Brecon, Mid Wales
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Brecon
Pencelli Castle Park is a multi award-winning family-run park and a fine place to start exploring the rolling hills of the Brecon Beacons or go for a cycle on the Taff Trail cycle route. The serviced pitches are a stone's throw from the village pub and red deer live in a field next to the campsite. No dogs except guide dogs.
Read more: Family camping and caravanning breaks in Wales
Caravan parks in North Wales
North Wales caravan holidays offer something for everyone - spectacular castles, wide sandy beaches, heritage railways and the adventure playground of the epic peaks of Eryri (Snowdonia).
Anglesey
On the isle of Anglesey, there are several caravan parks to choose from. Home Farm Holiday Park is set in rural countryside has plenty of play areas and is just five minutes from the beach. Tyddyn Isaf Caravan Park has 56 pitches, many of them overlooking the sandy beach at Lligwy Bay. Dogs are welcome at both.
Read more: Sleep under the stars in stunning North Wales
Porthmadog
Greenacres Holiday Park runs alongside the two-mile long beach, Morfa Bychan /Black Rock Sands, with the Tremadog Bay as its shadow. There are sand dunes bursting with wildflowers at the nearby nature reserve, on-site swimming and leisure facilities and lots of opportunities for family fun. Pets are welcome too.
Black Rock Sands and Borth y Gest, Porthmadog, North Wales
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Pwllheli
Hafan y Môr Holiday Park is set within a 500-acre site on the edge of Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park. It's just perfect for families as there's all manner of things to do. Along with 75 pitches for caravans, there's direct access to two beaches, boating facilities, an indoor swimming pool with water flumes and a wave machine, go-karting and two entertainment venues.
Wrexham
Plassey Leisure Park in the Dee Valley used to be a dairy farm, but has since been converted into a sophisticated family-friendly leisure park. It's a vast site with over 250 acres to explore. Facilities include an indoor swimming pool, a golf course, a retail centre, restaurant and clubhouse. If you're not caravanning there's also a range of luxury glamping lodges with their own private hot tubs.
For even more suggestions of places to pitch, use our accommodation search.
Static caravan sites in Wales
Of course you don't have to tow a caravan to Wales for a caravanning holiday. There are lots of static caravan sites offering top quality facilities and excellent value for money.
Brecon Beacons
Overlooked by mountains on the shores of glassy Llangorse Lake, Lakeside Caravan Park offers a range of static caravans sleeping four to six people. When you're not walking in the wonderland of the Brecon Beacons National Park, you can hire paddle boards, pedalos and rowing boats and potter about on the lake.
The tranquil waters of Llangorse Lake, Brecon Beacons National Park, Mid Wales
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Rhyl
Close to the seaside town of Rhyl in North Wales, Golden Gate Holiday Centre is the complete package. It's a huge site with swimming pool, entertainment venues, an adventure park and more - ideal for a family holiday. Dogs are welcome too.
Caernarfon
You're a stone's throw from one the most spectacular castles in Wales and the soaring peaks of Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park at Coed Helen Holiday Park. Along with traditional static caravans, there are also luxury pods with floor-to-ceiling glass at the front offering vast views of the rolling countryside and mountains.
Parked up in a campervan, enjoying the spectacular views in North Wales
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Llanbrynmair
Located in the picturesque Twymyn valley, on the fringe of the Cambrian Mountains, Cringoed Holiday Park is a friendly, family-run site. Along with 35 caravan pitches and 44 static caravans there are two new cosy camping pods - one for a couple and a larger one for families. Both have their own private terrace and picnic table.
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FAQs
Caravan adventures in Wales? ›
579 Caravan parks & campsites in Wales.
How many caravan sites are there in Wales? ›579 Caravan parks & campsites in Wales.
Where is the largest caravan site in Wales? ›Come to Trecco Bay, one of the UK's largest holiday parks, for unlimited fun and entertainment at this huge park. Boasting some of the best facilities in the country, Trecco Bay ensures your holiday is full of amazing memories.
Where is the caravan park filmed? ›Happy Campers: The Caravan Park, Series 1-4
Series 1 – 4 of Happy Campers: The Caravan Park, was filmed at Tencreek Holiday park over 4 summers . During a record-busting summer holiday in Cornwall, Tencreek have thrown open their doors to show just what it takes to create a good old fashioned Great British holiday.
Can you legally live in a caravan? Yes, you can live legally in a caravan year round in the UK and have it as your main house. You just need to find a suitable plot of land and get planning permission, or find residential parks near you where you'd like to live.
How much does it cost to site a touring caravan? ›A basic pitch without electricity or other amenities can typically be around £15-£30 nightly. Sites offering more features, such as showers, electricity and laundry facilities, will usually charge around £20-£50 per night.
How much does it cost to buy a caravan in Wales? ›Depending on your desired location, you can expect to pay anywhere from £10,000 to £50,000 for a caravan in a popular Welsh destination. One of the most popular caravan locations is the Gower Peninsula, where you can expect to pay an average of £25,000 for a static caravan.
What happened at caravan park in Wales? ›Matthew Selby, now 20, who has autism, killed his 15-year-old sister Amanda Selby in a caravan at the Ty Mawr Holiday Park, near Abergele, in July 2021. It happened when they were on holiday with their father, reports WalesOnline.
Which Haven park is the best in Wales? ›Haven Hafan Y Môr Holiday Park in North Wales is the ideal getaway if you're looking for a Welsh holiday home. Static caravans, touring and camping, this amazing park has accommodation to suit every family situation and budget. Haven Hafan Y Môr has so much to do on-site, you'll have to drag yourself away!
Can I live in a caravan on my own land in Wales? ›Even if you own land to put a mobile home on, you will need planning permission and a site licence, which you can obtain by writing to the council. Our pages on renting or buying a mobile home on a site explains what you should consider when looking at sites.
Is the caravan park in Home and Away real? ›
In fact, it was initially shot at a place called the Jackaroo Ranch in Kenthurst, which sadly was destroyed in a fire and required them to move to the new location. The production seems to have made the best of things and was able to be versatile and keep the caravan park alive in the show.
Which caravan park was Chloe filmed? ›Outside of Bristol, other filming took place at Ston Easton Country Park in Somerset and Brean Down near Burnham on Sea.
Is the caravan park still in home and away? ›In 2002, the location used for the caravan park was severely damaged by a bushfire. The fire also destroyed the real-life Summer Bay House nearby. For the next 13 years, scenes set in the caravan park were shot in different locations. In 2015 the caravan park was returned to its original location on the Jackaroo Ranch.
How much does it cost to live in a caravan park UK? ›Homeowners pay a pitch fee, or 'ground rent', to the park owners for the plot on which their home is sited. This pitch fee varies from park to park, but is typically in the region of £135 – £190 a month*.
Is it cheap to live in a caravan UK? ›Not only are caravans much cheaper to buy than traditional properties, but the cost of living is also cheaper. Living in a caravan means you're exempt from paying council tax, instead site owners are charged based on the number of pitches they have and this is then passed onto you as a nightly combined charge.
How much does it cost to live in a caravan UK? ›Let's say you're interested in a two-berth caravan that costs around £15,000. You can borrow the money and agree to pay back over 10 years, which means you'll have to pay just £171.78 a month. Where can you find a rental that cheap anywhere in the UK? Nowhere.
Which country has the most caravans? ›Nearly 65 million nights were spent camping and caravanning in Great Britain in 2018. The country with the most caravans is Germany, which has over 674,700 caravans in use.
How many campsites are there in Wales? ›Campsites in Wales - 550+ of the best Welsh camping sites.
How many caravan parks are there in North Wales? ›135 caravan parks in North Wales.
How many Parkdean resorts are there in Wales? ›Prepare to experience new adventures with holidays in Wales. With 5 holiday parks in Wales to choose from, you'll be spoilt for choice when it comes to locations.