North Lodge
UK Wales South Wales Pembrokeshire Crymych
You’ll likely be greeted by sheepdogs Beau and Luke and/or a clutch of rescue chickens as you drive into North Lodge, an unassuming little campsite in the grounds of the former Pant-y-Deri Estate and the shadow of the Preseli Hills. It consists of a selection of unmarked but secluded pitches set between rhododendron bushes and high hedges. Site owners Jane and Martin Callaby make sustainability and recycling a central tenet of the North Lodge experience and are heavily involved in a wide variety of eco-schemes. That said, there’s never a holier-than-thou attitude to camping here – the welcome is warm and friendly and above all there’s a genuine laid back feeling to the site.
What’s especially nice is that this is a part of Pembrokeshire that the guide books and tourist brochures generally overlook in favour of the more high profile coastline (one of the most spectacular sections of which is still only a short drive away). You’ll find it hard to resist the temptation to walk in the blue-shadowed Preseli Hills in the near distance, from the summits of which, on a clear day, you can see most of West Wales and even Ireland’s Wicklow Hills on the other side of the Irish Sea.
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The Owner Says
North Lodge is a traditional campsite with picturesque views over the Preseli Hills in remote Pembrokeshire. Long grass and hedges surround a selection of the grass pitches allowing maximum privacy for guests. The unique off grid cabins and horse lorry all have their own private spaces. At night, campers can enjoy star gazing around a campfire and, by day, there are many beaches to explore just 10 minutes away. For walkers there's the Coastal path or inland there are many different woodland, hill and riverside walks.
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Stunning Views
There's nothing quite like waking up to the views off the Welsh mountains. A truly stunning location. It is a little bit in land so is not as windy as many beach side camping sites, but is still only a 10 minute drive to some lovely beaches. The owners were extremely welcoming, bringing us cups of tea whilst we pitched our tent.
It's an eco campsite which has a large communal BBQ/fire error that is somewhat enclosed from where the tents are pitched which made it feel a little like we were on a group camp with with our mates when we were kids. We will be going back!
Also nearby Cenarth Waterfalls is a must see.
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North Lodge
Blaenffos, Boncath, Pembrokeshire SA37 0JE
Pitches
There is a range of pitches and pitch sizes, all are big and not overcrowded. There are long grass areas and bushes around the pitches for privacy. For very large tents please specify and we will allocate a space. Vehicles not allowed on the field, wheelbarrows supplied for your kit. Damson off grid cabin is set in the old orchard with plenty of space outside, sometimes cabiners friends also bring tents and pitch up next to the cabin. Preseli Cabin is on the edge of the camping field with its own hedge lined garden area. Our converted horse lorry Romerco is set in its own meadow, very private and secluded ideal for couples or friends who want to chill in their own space.
Who's In
Tents, campervans, dogs (dog walking area on site and you can even do dog agility courses!), families, first time campers – yes.
Facilities
Campfires allowed at site owners’ discretion. Ten pitches, one hook up; ‘eco-cabin’ sleeps up to five people with wood burner and open plan sleeping/living area and a kitchen shed, also quirky 'Horse Lorry' sleeps up to 2 people with wood burner and kitchen/lounge area. Both units have there own toilet, and a short walk away there is a well insulated shower for all year round. For campers onsite there is basic but clean washrooms and one shower (free), one normal and two compost loos (in separate area), drying area, communal cooking/fire/bbq area and indoor room with tea making facilities. There’s also the option of four to six-person set up tents for lazy campers.
Nearby
Nearby Cenarth has lovely waterfalls and a good selection of pubs/tearooms although it can get busy, plus the National Coracle Centre (01239 710980). Wales’ biggest and best preserved Neolithic dolmenPentre Ifan is a few minutes’ drive away and above it are the Preseli Hills from where the Bluestones of Stonehenge were quarried.
Food & Drink
The best option is The Boncath Inn (01239 841241), less than five-minutes’ drive away, a traditional, friendly pub offering decent pub grub and ales. Just down the coast at Newport is the Cnapan Restaurant (01239 820575), one of the best eateries in Pembrokeshire.
Open
Open all year.
Getting There
The site is on the south side of the B4332 mid-way between Eglwyswrw and Boncath. The postcode is SA37 0JE. On booking we always send directions as SATNAV is not always reliable due to our large postcode area.
Public Transport
For practical ease most of our visitors come by car, we are not far from most places and you can enjoy a cycling holiday around the area.
Facilities
- Dogs welcome
- Campervans permitted
- Campfires permitted
- Groups welcome
- Good for kids
- Exclusive Hire
- Showers
Looking For...
- Nice Views from Site
- Remote location
- Beaches nearby
- Surfing nearby
- Romantic retreat
- Forests nearby
- Mountains nearby
- Fishing nearby
- Good walks nearby
- Bicycle routes nearby
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