Holiday parks in Wales

Article updated every 6 months. Last update: 18th April 2008
Author: Bob Atkinson (Travel Expert) Ask me a question.

Locations for holiday park holidays in Wales range from the North coast resorts of Llandudno, Rhyl, and Prestatyn, through the stunning Snowdonian National Park, through the mid Wales coastal areas of Aberystwyth, through to the Gower Peninsula, Tenby and the famous Brecon Beacons. The country has every kind of scenery from mountains and valleys to wide sandy beaches, you can even spot Dolphins off the Glamorgan Coast in summer months.

As in many areas of the UK, to truly understand the country you need to get out and about and a holiday based in one of the many holiday parks or resorts will give you a great base for exploring the castles, museums and monuments. There are attractions such as the Big Pit Mining museum in the South Wales valleys, though to slate mining in Snowdonia. Railway trips along scenic routes and the station with the longest name in the world, Llanfairpwllgwyngyllgogerychwyrndrobwllllantysiliogogogoch. Don't try saying that one if you have sampled the excellent local beers. There are theme parks and resort attractions by the beaches along with golfing, fishing and gardens to explore and even the opportunity to listen to and learn a new language. Many areas have signage in dual language, Welsh and English and the local language is enjoying something of a renaissance in recent years.

The capital is Cardiff with outstanding arts and leisure activities in the city as well as excellent shopping and of course rugby with the national stadium in town. Swansea in the west is gateway to the Gower and its unspoiled beaches. In the North the major towns are Llandudno, Bangor and Holyhead on the island of Anglesey, linked to the mainland by the Menai Bridge and a departure point for ferries to Ireland. Central Wales is very mountainous and there are few major towns other than Aberwystweth which is on the coast and known for its university.

Brecon Beacons and South Wales Coast

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Snowdonia and North Wales Coast

Snowdonia is a National Park surrounding the mountain of it's name with lakes and hills in abundance and a huge variety of outdoor pursuits to enjoy such as hiking, walking, mountain biking, lake sailing, rock climbing and pony trekking. There is ample opportunity too for bird watching and taking to the hills on the mountain railways that run across the region.

Easily accessible from the North Wales resort towns of Llandudno, Prestatyn and Rhyl the area teams with castles such as Conwy and Caernavon as well as many historic houses. The best beaches are to be found to the west of the area on the Llyn Peninsula such as Abersoch, Barmouth to the West and Anglesey. The north coast has a mixture of sand and shingle beaches as well as the normal resorts attractions of a seaside town. The caravan and holiday parks tend to be located either within or just outside the coastal resorts. There are a number of holiday hotels in the area both in resorts and in the countryside.

Brecon Beacons and South Wales Coast

Bordering onto England's western counties, the Wye Valley and Vale of Usk form the backdrop to the beautiful Brecon Beacons. This is a National Park area and well known for walking breaks with stunning scenery. At the centre is the red sandstone summit at Pen y Fan. There are many waterfalls and small lakes in the area where the river Mellte has worn away the limestone to create a series of wooded gorges. There are also caves to be visited.

With hilltop castles such as Carreg Cennon and Abergavenny, deep valleys at the top of traditional mining country, the Big Pit visitor centre and the Brecon Mountain Railway, there is a wide range of activities to entertain every family. The Blaenavon Heritage site and the world renowned Hay-on-Wye literary festival are some of the cultural activities to be found in the area.

The area is easily accessible from the South Wales coastal resorts of Tenby, Porthcawl, Bridgend and Barry Island where you will find a number of holiday parks and caravan parks. The resorts have plenty of entertainment, cafes bars and restaurants as well as all the usual seaside fare.

Anglesey

The isle of Anglesey sits off the North West of the Welsh coast, connected by two bridges across the Menai Straits. With two main towns in Holyhead and Beaumaris the island has excellent beaches and coves and is renowned for its high cliffs and birdlife.

It is a great base for a carefree family holiday with a variety of locations offering holiday parks. The island can also be visited from the many resorts of the North and West Wales coast as a day trip. There are a number of caravan and holiday parks on the island.