Breathtaking campsite inside world-famous UK national park where you can sleep next to a waterfall
THERE’S a campsite in the UK that’s hidden inside a world-famous national park, and it even has its very own waterfall.
The rising cost of holidays means more people are considering vacations closer to home this summer.
One of those places where Brits can bag a bargain stay is Nantcol Waterfalls – an award-winning campsite located in the outskirts of Snowdonia National Park.
Set in the Welsh countryside, the campsite is surrounded by breathtaking landscapes, with the Nantcol River running through the site where holidaymakers can swim.
The campsite is also a short walk from a neighbouring waterfall, making it the perfect spot to unwind.
There are plenty of facilities on the Welsh campsite too, including a shop and a pizza van.
Nantcol Waterfalls is home to 85 grass pitches, each of which allows up to ten guests.
Holidaymakers can also book to stay in a range of other accommodation options, such as a pair of bell tents that are furnished with heating and electric.
Each of the bell tents sleep four holidaymakers and comes equipped with a double bed, two single sofa beds, lighting and a cool bax.
There are also glamping pods on the campsite, which are ideal for two people.
The cosy glamping pods have their own luxuries, including a double bedroom, an open plan living area, a TV, speakers and WiFi.
There’s also a kitchen area with a microwave, electric hob and a fridge, with underfloor heating running throughout.
Other facilities in the glamping pod include an ensuite bathroom and a private patio with a fire pit.
There are also two pod cabins available onsite.
The Welsh campsite has been praised by visitors, with one person writing: “Perfect location, just 100 metres from the waterfall. We really enjoyed staying there.”
Another person added: “This is our third time at Nantcol and it didn’t disappoint. The site is absolutely beautiful and spotless and the location is out of this world.”
Sun Online Travel have found overnight stays from £13 per person per night, based on two people sharing a two-person pitch.
Nantcol Waterfalls is just a five-minute drive from Llanbedr – a small Welsh village where campers will be able to purchase groceries and other items.
Meanwhile, Harlech Beach is just a 10-minute drive from Nantcol Waterfalls.
Snowdonia National Park is home to some of the country’s most beautiful scenery, including lakes, waterfalls and of course Mount Snowdon.
A hiking trail called the Watkin Path has been named one of the most beautiful spots in the whole country.
Just outside of Snowdonia National Park, holidaymakers can visit the Italian-inspired town of Portmeirion.
Conwy Castle and Caernarfon Castle are also a stone’s throw away.
Other bargain campsites
And Nantcol Waterfalls isn’t the only bargain campsite in the UK, as there are other places dotted around the country, including Stonethwaite Farm in the Lake District.
Pitches at Stonethwaite Farm start from £8 per night, with enough space for 60 tents.
There are several facilities on site including cold running water, toilets, a place to wash pots, and a waste disposal system.
Holidaymakers will be able to reach the campsite down a narrow track, which has enough room for small campervans.
Three camping tips from an expert
David Scotland owns camping equipment retailer Outdoor World Direct and knows all about how to make a camping trip run smoothly.
When visiting any campsite this summer it’s important to make sure you’re not making simple mistakes that could ruin your holiday.
Check your tent
David recommends putting your tent up a couple of weeks before you’re due to travel to give you enough time to repair or replace any damaged parts.
He told Sun Online Travel: “You’d be surprised how many people turn up with broken tents.”
Test the ground
Picking a good spot to pitch your tent is difficult, with lots of things to consider.
One of those should be the condition of the ground you’re putting your tent on top of, according to David.
He said: “Once you’ve found the perfect spot, test the ground with your pegs before you commit to camping there to make sure the ground is soft enough.”
Don’t nap in your tent
It may seem the perfect place for it, but a nap in a tent could end badly, if it’s done at the wrong time of the day.
David explained: “If the sun’s shining and it’s hot inside your tent – don’t do it!
“One of our friends nodded off in his tent during a heatwave at Glastonbury and ended up at the medical tent with heatstroke.”
Instead, he recommends finding some shade outside or somewhere well ventilated.
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