Family-run Hen Siop y Mynydd is a quiet campsite with panoramic views across the Llyn Peninsula's Cilan headland towards Snowdonia and Cardigan Bay. Aimed at families, couples and small groups can stay on request. Bordering National Trust land, the Welsh Coastal Path is just 200 metres away, while Hell's Mouth surfing beach is accessible by another footpath.

About Hen Siop y Mynydd

This is an independent family-run and family-friendly campsite. Situated on the popular Llyn Peninsula, the site has impressive views of Bardsey Island, Snowdonia, and Cardigan Bay in addition to the Cilan headland it sits on. Its secluded setting bordering farmland and the peninsula's National Trust-owned headland makes it perfect for families seeking out tranquillity, as well as nature lovers. It has pitches for caravans and tents on grass with electric hook-ups available on request. Dogs are permitted with prior approval.

Open from 1 May to 31 October


Facilities and amenities

Facilities at Hen Siop y Mynydd include a small toilet and shower block.

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Adult only

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Allow commercial vans

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Allow pets

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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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Internet access

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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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Toilets

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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


Map and address

Park address

Hen Siop y Mynydd,

Cilan, Abersoch, Gwynedd, Wales, LL53 7DD

Coordinates

52.7916, -4.5267 | SH 29 24

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Hen Siop y Mynydd is ideal for...

Older children (13+)


There are 2 accommodation options on-site

Electric Grass Pitches

Grass pitches with electric hook-up for tents, caravans and motorhomes.

Non Electric Grass Tent Pitches

Pitches in the main field without electric hook-up for tents.



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Right next door to Hen Siop y Mynydd is Cilan Riding Stables, for those looking for horse riding adventures, while the Welsh Coastal Path is just 200 metres from the campsite, and passes through stunning beaches and unspoilt Welsh landscapes.

The National Trust-owned peninsula headland is also a fine place for walking, and is the breeding ground for a number of species of bird, including the cormorant.

The nearest beach is the beautiful expanse of Hell's Mouth beach, popular with families looking to relax on the sand and with surfers alike. Abersoch beach is also not far away, with tuition available from many of the surf shops in Abersoch.

The village also boasts its own sailing school for families looking to try their hand at the helm, while sightseeing trips are also available from the attractive harbour to Bardsey Island, a continued site of pilgrimage where 20,000 saints are said to be buried.

The waters of Cardigan Bay and the Llyn Peninsula are also popular with fishing fans, offering a choice of open sea, coastal, river, and lake fishing. Tackle and bait are available at Abersoch Angling.

The spectacular peaks of Snowdonia National Park are also only an hour's drive away, and visible from Hen Siop y Mynydd.

Sorry, Hen Siop y Mynydd is not currently accepting enquiries through Campsites.co.uk and cannot be contacted via this listing.

The listing for Hen Siop y Mynydd was last updated on January 31st, 2024 at 9:09 AM