A few clear and respectful guidelines to help everyone enjoy their stay.  We want you to feel at home while keeping the campsite safe, peaceful, and welcoming for everyone – including the wildlife.

Abercastle Beach

The beach is less than a 10-minute walk from the campsite and is dog friendly – please help keep it that way by picking up after your dog.

  • Parking is limited at the beach – unless you’re picking up/dropping off someone with mobility needs, please walk from the campsite.
  • Do not park on the beach.
  • Kayaks and SUPs must not be left on the slipway or beach unless you are present – this is a requirement from Abercastle Boat Owners CIC & the National Park
  • Always take boards and boats down the slipway, not over the walls.

Barbecues

  • No disposable barbecues are permitted anywhere on the campsite – no exceptions.
  • Fires are allowed only in designated fire pits (see Fire Pits section below).

Borrowing Equipment

  • Anne has a few personal bodyboards, sit-on kayaks, wetsuits and SUPs that may be borrowed if not in use.
  • You must wear a lifejacket at all times when using sit-on kayaks and SUPs. While Anne has a few buoyancy aids, she may not have your size, and cannot guarantee them or their availability.  Please bring your own if you have one.
  • No instruction given
  • There is no charge, but borrowing is entirely at your own risk.
  • You are responsible for returning items in the condition you received them.
  • Any damage, loss or need for replacement is your responsibility.
  • Anne and Abercastle Campsite accept no liability for injury or damage resulting from borrowed equipment.

Chemical Toilets

  • Only use septic tank-friendly liquid (check your label – not all green liquids are suitable).
  • If using the wrong liquid, please empty and rinse before arrival.
  • At present there is no running water at the disposal point – water containers are provided until Welsh Water completes the new connection.

Children

  • Children are welcome, but must be supervised at all times.
  • Be especially cautious near slopes, gates, and unlit areas.
  • We have a designated quiet zone on the tracks around the house and the farmhouse (near the shower block). Please note: Y Garn is a private residence, and we are respectful of their privacy, peace and quiet.

Deliveries

  • Food deliveries are welcome, but please make sure you are on-site to receive them.
  • Do not send parcels to Y Garn house – it is a private home and not connected to the campsite or Garn Isaf guest house.
  • Any deliveries can be made to Garn Isaf Farmhouse
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Dogs

Dogs are very welcome but must:

  • Be kept on leads at all times on the site
  • Not be allowed to roam freely
  • Not disturb wildlife or livestock (including hedgehogs and sheep)
  • Not be left unattended
  • Not attack or harass hedgehogs
  • All dog poo must be picked up and binned
  • Please also keep dogs on leads near cliffs and the coast path – this follows RNLI advice for safety.

Electric Hook-Up (EHU)

  • Hook-ups are 10-amp fused supplies – standard household kettles will trip them. Use low-wattage camping kettles.
  • Only use proper outdoor-grade EHU cables.
  • Long leads are recommended as hook up points may be some distance from your set up as the pitches are large.
  • EHU is available for an extra charge – please request when booking.

Facilities – Shared Use

  • There are four shared permanent facilities, with a fifth only opened at busy times.
  • Each has a fridge – please store only food in the fridge, not on shelves or floors of the facilities.
  • Shared facilities are cleaned at least once daily in peak season – please leave them tidy.
  • Please bring your own washing up things, towels, and tea towels.
  • Do not lock external doors to shared facilities.

Facilities – Sole Use

  • If you’ve been allocated your own facility or sharing with someone you know:
  • It will be clean on arrival with a toilet roll and washing-up liquid.
  • It won’t be cleaned during your stay – please keep it clean and leave it tidy on departure.
  • You can leave your items in the facility – no one else will have access.
  • Facilities may be reassigned in emergencies – you’ll be informed if that’s the case.

Fire Pits

  • Every pitch has a designated fire pit.
  • Do not dismantle or move the stones – if they’re disturbed, please restore them to how you found them.
  • You must be pitched at least 6 metres from the fire pit.
  • Only build a fire when you’re ready to light it – hidden embers can reignite.
  • Never leave fires unattended. They will be extinguished if found unaccompanied.
  • Use the metal bucket and water provided to fully extinguish your fire after use.
  • Campfires may be banned in dry or high-risk conditions at Anne’s discretion, or on advice from official sources e.g. Met Office.
  • Wood can be purchased locally or brought with you (but not tanalised wood, please).
  • Occasionally, Richard from Mathry delivers firewood for £5 per bag – please use the honesty box to pay.

Hedgehogs & Wildlife

  • Drive slowly, especially at night – we have hedgehogs on site.
  • Dogs must not disturb or harm hedgehogs.
  • Please do not feed any wild creature
  • Respect the wildlife – it’s one of the things that makes this place special.

Pitch Facilities

Each pitch includes:

  • A picnic table
  • A fire pit
  • A water tap (either on your pitch or close by)

Recycling & Rubbish

We recycle:

  • Glass
  • Tins
  • Paper & cardboard
  • Tetra packs
  • Batteries
  • Most plastics (including peel-back lids – but not black/grey plastic boxes)
  • Food waste
  • Do not leave old camping gear, chairs, or large items – please take these home with you.

Quiet Site

  • We are a no radio site.
  • Quiet hours are expected from 10:30pm.
  • Music is allowed only if no one outside your pitch can hear it.
  • Please keep the overall atmosphere peaceful – many guests come here for rest, not noise.

Vehicular Access & Speed

  • Access the site via the top entrance only – not through Garn Isaf or behind Y Garn.
  • The site speed limit is 5mph – be mindful of children, dogs and wildlife.

WiFi & Signal

  • WiFi is available but limited – not suitable for gaming or streaming.
  • No refunds are given if WiFi is unavailable.
  • Most mobile networks have good 3G/4G coverage on site.

If you have any questions, need help, or aren’t sure about anything – just ask Anne or ring 07969 529929.