A real gem on the edge of the city. Set on a working farm, Vishwell Farm is a caravan site with stunning countryside views and ample space. This small site is a great spot to park up if you're looking for peace and tranquillity yet easy access to the city. Only a short distance from Cardiff and the seaside resort of Barry with several sandy beaches make this an ideal spot for your next caravanning holiday. Open all year round.

A family-friendly caravanning site with idyllic countryside views

Easy access to the Welsh capital, Cardiff

Close to sandy beaches including Barry Island (home of BBC's 'Gavin and Stacey')

About Vishwell Farm

Located on a working farm, Vishwell Farm is a relaxing, family-friendly caravanning site ideal for exploring South Wales. With a range of grass and hardstanding pitches, there is plenty of space to choose from during all seasons. Open to non-members too. Hop on a bus to the Welsh capital to explore the city, head to one of the beautiful sandy beaches nearby or simply relax on site. Happy caravanning! Dogs are welcome.

Grass pitches are available from spring to autumn, winter hardstanding pitches are open from January to March and summer hardstanding pitches are open from April to September.


Facilities and amenities

Facilities include a block with two showers and two toilets, all disabled accessible.

Wenvoe village is a 10-15 minute walk from the site with the Wenvoe Arms, Post Office and small shop. There is also a garden centre a five minute walk away which has a small butchers, food hall and cafe.

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Adult only

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Allow commercial vans

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Allow pets on site

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Bike hire

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Café / restaurant

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Communal BBQ

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Disabled facilities

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Drinking water

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Electric hookups

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Entertainment

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Family friendly

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Fires allowed

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Fishing

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Games room

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Glamping

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Golf

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Horse riding

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Hot tub

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Kids club

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Kids playground

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Laundry

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Near beach

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Near pub

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Open year round

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Peaceful

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RV pitches

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Shop

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Showers

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Swimming pool

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Toilet

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TV room

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Vineyard

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Water hookups

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Watersports

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W.C. disposal

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WiFi


A note from the site themselves...

The farmhouse dates back to the 1800's and used to be the milking parlour before it was converted back in the early 2000s. On the edge of the farm, there is a disused railway line, which carried coal from the Welsh Valleys to Barry Docks.

David and his wife Thelma set up the caravan site when they took over the farm in the 1960s. They have two children, Claire and Daniel. Claire moved to London and went on to retire from the Metropolitan Police. Daniel works locally in an agricultural machinery dealership.

Both still come and help out on the farm when they can, with the help of David and his four grandchildren. Matthew, one of the grandkids, helps run the farm and caravan site with his grandfather.


Map and address

Park address

Vishwell Farm,

St Andrews Road, Wenvoe, Cardiff, Vale of Glamorgan, Wales, CF5 6AF

Coordinates

51.4407, -3.2597 | ST 12 72

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Vishwell Farm is ideal for...

Couples

Older children (13+)

Peace and quiet


There are 25 accommodation options on-site

Bookable pitches and accommodation options

10 x Electric Grass Pitches

Max 8 people

Spacious 10m x 6m grass pitches with 16amp electric. Shared facilities nearby.

5 x Summer Electric Hardstanding Pitches

Max 8 people

Spacious 10m x 6m hardstanding pitches with 16amp electric. Open from April until the end of September only. Shared facilities nearby.

10 x Winter Electric Hardstanding Pitches

Max 8 people

Spacious 10m x 6m hardstanding pitches with electric. Open from October until the end of March. Shared facilities nearby.


Vishwell Farm reviews

4.67 /5

60 reviews

93%

would recommend

Overall
4.67
Location
4.77
Value for money
4.77
Service
4.72
Facilities
4.45
Cleanliness
4.67

"An all round must for anyone wanting to explore South Wales"

Alexis G - Aug 2024

"Close enough to everything but far enough away to be very quiet apart from a few cow noises"

Michelle B - Jul 2024

"I loved hearing the cows in the barn behind us and it has beautiful views"

Annabell H - Jun 2024


Quiet, clean site

Paul O

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Motorhome - Winter Electric Hardstanding PitchesNov 2024

We had a lovely weekend, there was a local pub within easy walking distance and we were made to feel welcome. The garden centre down the road was beautiful. we caught the bus to Cardiff for Christmas shopping. The facilities were clean with hot showers, would definitely visit again.

Easy access onto site

Joanne D

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Single Axle Caravan - Winter Electric Hardstanding PitchesOct 2024

Nice wide access onto site, level hard standing and grass pitches. A short drive to Barry, great for Gavin & Stacey fans! About 1/2 hr to Cardiff, a lovely city. I had a lovely breakfast at Pugh's garden centre and a lovely meal at a Beefeater restaurant/ bar just 5 mins down the road. Love the recycling facilities on site, there was only 2 showers but it looks their in the process of building more. Generally very clean and tidy with it being a working farm, but the showers could do with a good scrub around the disability handles and seats around the showers. Would definitely recommend and go again 👍🏼

Motor home stay

Natalie M

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Motorhome - Winter Electric Hardstanding PitchesOct 2024

Lovely and peaceful, there were not many staying the night, but we did. I think there would be a queue for the loo if it was busy, a great shower and dishwashing facilities. I would come back as no one bothered us.

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FAQ

Absolutely, your four legged friend is more than welcome onsite. A maximum of 5 dogs are allowed.

Self check-in is available from noon. Departure is due before noon on your last day.

Raised BBQs and campfires are welcome onsite, perfect for al fresco dining in the evenings.

Guests are welcome to bring an awning free of charge. Gazebos and pup tents are not permitted.


For a mix of history and culture, visit Europe's youngest capital city of Cardiff. Explore the ancient castles or spend your day's shopping, whatever you do, Cardiff has something for everyone. And access to the city couldn't be any easier from this caravan site - it is only a 20-minute drive or a bus stop a couple of minutes walk away.

The same road in the opposite direction leads to Barry and the famous Barry Island. Think sandy beaches, entertainment, beautiful parks and of course, the setting for BBC's 'Gavin and Stacey'.

Other attractions include:

  • Llantwit Major
  • St Ogmore
  • Wenvoe Village
The listing for Vishwell Farm was last updated on December 30th, 2024 at 2:53 AM

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