Carew Airfield CC Site
Sageston
Tenby
Pembrokeshire
South Wales
SA70 8SH

Telephone: 01646 651 662

O.S. Map reference: 158:053032

The site lies on the A477 road on the western edge of the village of Sageston, about 5 or 6 miles NW of Tenby. From the East, once you have passed the pub by about 200 metres, look out for the sign on L/H side of the road, in the actual entrance. From the West, it is a matter of looking for the entrance on the right (no obvious sign) about 100 metres past the turning to Carew and very shortly after the Sageston village sign. Once inside the site, the reception is on the right, where the wardens (who are extremely pleasant and helpful) will take your details and suggest a pitch to suit your requirements.
All pitches are flat, level and most have electric h/ups. There is a large area of concrete, as can be expected with a site situated on an old airfield, and much of this is utilised for pitches, especially for motorhomes, but only a few of these pitches have electric h/ups.

The toilets are very clean and tidy and are in a modern purpose built accommodation, but there are no showers.

The views from the site are limited, being mostly over what is left of the airfield with distant hangars, an old control tower and other ancillary buildings.
On Sundays, a very large market and an equally large car boot sale are held in one of the hangars and on the surrounding hardstanding; well worth the visit. Although it is possible to access the airfield itself from the site over a barbed wire fence, it is far better to take the car back into the village, take a right turn (to Tenby) and go into the market area by the proper entrance, which is well signposted at the gate. For those with the energy, it makes quite a nice pre-Sunday lunch walk. On the return trip, a very good meal can be obtained at the pub in the village. Ignore the outside appearance of the building, which looks as if it hasn’t seen a lick of paint since it was built; the food is excellent and the prices reasonable.
Also in the village, the garage has a very well stocked shop and again, the prices are not too exorbitant.

For those interested in history, nearby Carew has a wonderful castle as well as one of only three tidal mills remaining in the country. Not far away, Manorbier also has an historic castle perch above a bay, which is well worth seeing.
This site is well situated for those who wish to visit the SW Wales area around Tenby and Pembroke.

Don Lowndes. CLIC. July 2000

Rhossan Ganol & Rhossan Isaf Farm
St. David’s
Haverfordwest
Pembrokeshire
SA62 6PY

Tel: 01437 720 361

Contact: H.J. & E.M. Griffiths

Cost (2001): £5 for 2 adults

All types of unit accepted. Open March to October

Directions: From St. David’s head west, passing the Bishop’s Palace, towards the lifeboat station for about 1.5 miles (shortly after the Bishop’s Palace the road forks - bear right here the keep going - it feels like more than 1.5 miles!). The site is on the left, just before you reach the lifeboat station.

The site covers several small fields - the lower field has a few static vans. The upper fields run towards the sea and has fabulous views out towards Ramsey Island. There is just one water tap, in the first of the upper fields, and facilities are located just across the road. I can’t remember whether showers are included in the price, but hot showers are definitely available. The block is kept nice and clean but there are no pot-washing facilities. If you do what we did, and camp at the bottom of the furthest field, it’s quite a hike to the loo! The owner comes around (rather early in the morning for our taste!) to collect camping fees.

Dogs are welcome and there seemed to no problem letting them run free. Wildlife is also abundant - as we found our cost when a hungry badger decided to join us in our tent one night! I’m not sure who was more surprised when we turned our torch on and found him pushing his way in under the flysheet! He had his head, shoulders and front legs inside, presumably looking for food.

This is quite a basic site but in a prime position overlooking Ramsey Island and St. David’s Head. One night there was a wonderful sunset over some small offshore islands. The sea was calm as a millpond and the atmosphere was quite mystical. You could almost believe you were looking at the lost islands of Atlantis, or Lyonesse.

The Pembrokeshire Coastal Path is only a stroll away and it is possible to walk in either direction for miles with fantastic scenery all around. Several companies offer boat trips to Ramsey Island, owned by the RSPB, from near the lifeboat station. These can be booked from St. David’s or possibly even on the jetty. Lots of steps down to the jetty - not sure what access would be like for wheel or push chair users. The water between the mainland & Ramsey Island is very choppy, with dramatic reefs coupled with very strong tides. Some boat trips take people around the island and into the caves, others appeared to be almost white water rafting! Loads of choice for the more adventurous amongst us.

St David’s itself is, of course, the smallest city in Britain, courtesy of it’s wonderful cathedral. The cathedral and grounds are well worth a visit, as is the Bishops Palace. We found the city itself to be just a bit too twee, although a very pleasant place to wander on a sunny day. The city has several shops and places to eat and drink. It’s not really within easy walking distance unfortunately; in fact the road is so narrow and the hedgerow so high in places I would think it might be quite a dangerous route to walk.

Janette Lee. CLIC. March 2002

St. David’s C & CC Site
Dwr Cwmwdig
Berea
St. David’s
Haverfordwest
Pembrokeshire
SA62 6DW

Tel: 01348 831 376

Web site: www.bigfreeguide.com/camping..

Camper van and two people £10.30 (August 2003).

The St. David’s site it is about 5 miles north of St. David’s. Turn right off the A487 at Croesgoch and follow the signs for Abereiddy . It is a small site made up of two fields. The main field where the facilities are is sloping. It has pitches on both sides and down the centre. I was in the centre and did not really like it as I felt on show.

The facilities again were immaculate but there always seemed to be a queue for the dish washing sink. I was a little disappointed with this site as I like to have reasonable space and a little privacy, but I did not get it where I was.

Colum Murphy. CLIC. September 2003

Trevayne Caravan & Camping Park
Monkstone
Saundersfoot
Pembrokeshire
SA69 9DL

Tel: 01834 813 402

E-mail: info@camping-pembrokeshire.co.uk
Web site: www.camping-pembrokeshire.co.uk/

Stayed there for 10 days at the end of August 2006

They have 2 main touring fields. Monkstone field has good views over Saundersfoot and a huge field in front for games or dog walking etc.

We stayed in the other main field - Croft. This is a large square field with a new large toilet block shared with the camping field.

Good points:
1.---Cliff top location with almost exclusive access to super beach. Shingle at top, but sandy when anything but high tide.
2.---Fairly cheap.
3.---Good shop in the village about 1 mile away.

Bad points:
1.---Only one water tap for the whole of the Croft field - this gets very muddy due to over-use
2.---Very steep/slippery path down to the beach - great once you get there.
3.---Largely populated by South Wales seasonal weekenders, hence quiet in the week, even though full of ’vans.

Adrian Smith. Internet. November 2006

West Hook Farm--- Second report below
Martin’s Haven
Marloes
Pembrokeshire
SA62 3BQ

Mrs K L Thomas

Tel: 01646 636 424

West Hook Farm is a basic site with limited facilities (no hook-ups). We paid £6 a night for a camper van and two people (August 2003).
The farm is about 2 miles west of Marloes towards Martin’s Haven which is at the end of the headland. As you approach it you will pass East Hook Farm which looks very attractive but people next to us left it after two nights because they were unhappy with the facilities.

There are 3 fields, two of these are sloping. The big field is by far the best of them with a large open space in the centre and a view of the sea and bay. The Pembrokeshire Coastal Path is on the other side of the hedge at the bottom of the field.

There are 4 toilets and 2 showers (50p) and while they are basic they are regularly checked and kept clean and in working order. Dish washing is with cold water.

Marloes has a pub, shop and Bistro! The pub (Lobster Pot Inn) has good value meals and the shop has a good range of food stuff.

The sun was shining and the views wonderful. I enjoyed my stay here a lot and will definitely return as I thought it excellent value for the money.

Colum Murphy. CLIC. September 2003

West Hook Farm
Martin’s Haven
Marloes
Pembrokeshire
SA62 3BQ

Mrs K L Thomas

Tel: 01646 636 424

West Hook Farm is owned by the National Trust and run by the Thomas family.

We were in a tent and paid £4 per person per night, which I think is the same for campervans/caravans (May 06). I’m not sure what people with caravans or campervans look for in a site, but there are no hook-ups and the areas closest to the coastal path are on a slope (OK for tents though). However, there is a toilet and water point for caravans/campers.

Caravans and a fishing boat are available for hire if required.

As you approach West Hook Farm you will pass East Hook Farm which is OK, but the facilities are not anywhere near as good as West Hook. West Hook Farm is easily distinguishable by the stone Puffins greeting you on top of the two gate posts.

At West Hook Farm there are 2 sinks, 4 toilets and 2 showers. Showers are on the meter and 50p lasts long enough for a relaxed shower. The facilities, whilst basic, are regularly checked and the cleanliness is superb.
Whilst we were visiting, a new washroom was being built ready for Summer 2006, which will provide more toilets, sinks and showers.
There is a dish washing area with cold water and a fridge/freezer provided free of charge.

The Thomas family are big on recycling and there are separate bins for each type of litter and a compost heap for peelings.
The family are more than happy to help with advice on local activities. Camping Gaz and Gas are on sale at the farm

The 5 day weather forecast was posted daily.

There are 2 fields, with a 3rd available during the peak season. All pitches are marked with posts and there is a generous distance between pitches. Stunning views of the sea are available from all 3 fields.

The farm is in a magnificent location, right on the Pembrokeshire Coastal Path. Marloes is about 1.5 miles to the East and has a pub, shop and bistro. The pub (Lobster Pot Inn) is friendly and does good value meals.
The village shop has a good range of food stuff.
A 10 minutes relaxed walk West along the coastal path brings you to Martin’s Haven, where boat trips on the Dale Princess leave for Skomer and Sealife Safaris (www.dale-sailing.co.uk) .
A trip to Skomer is a must, with boats leaving at 10:00, 11:00 and 12:00. Additional trips will leave at 10:30 and 11:30 if enough people are there. Each ferry takes 50 people, so there is a non-negotiable maximum of 250 people allowed on Skomer each day (designed to minimize disruption to the nesting birds).
Ensure you arrive at least 20 minutes before your chosen time, or the coach trips from Haverfordwest may take all the places.
The boats will not leave in strong Northerly winds.

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and extended by 2 nights to get the best out of the area. We will definitely return to West Hook Farm, as the welcome was warm, the facilities good and the location incredible - a real gem of a site!

Dave Davis. Internet. May 2006

Windmill Hill Caravan Park--- Second report below
St. Daniels Hill
Pembroke
Pembrokeshire
SA71 5BT

Tel: 01646 682 392

E-mail: enquiries@windmillhillcaravanpark.co.uk
Web site: www.windmillhillcaravanpark.co.uk/

Contact: Mr J. Gibby

Cost (2001): About £5 for 2 adults with small tent - hot showers included

All types of unit accepted. Open April to October.

Directions: From Pembroke, take the B4319 uphill towards Castlemartin. The site is on the right at the top of the hill, about 0.75 miles from Pembroke and is well signposted.

This is a friendly site within walking distance of Pembroke. The site has two fields. The smaller one has electric hook-ups. It is situated on a working farm and I think you are normally able to have a look around but we couldn’t due to the foot & mouth outbreak in 2001. the main road is quite close and there is a small amount of traffic noise, but it’s not at all intrusive.

Facilities are excellent - there is one block with toilets and showers plus a pot washing area. There is free hot water throughout and a fridge and freezer provided for campers to use. Everything is immaculately clean and it is not too far from any pitch. There is also a pet exercise area, and the site dog is a very friendly chap.

The site is within walking distance of Pembroke itself, although it is quite a slog back uphill and it’s probably better to drive if you want to do any amount of shopping! Pembroke is a pleasant town, with plenty of shops, chippies, pubs etc., and the castle is very imposing. You can have a pleasant walk around the tidal pool that lies at the foot of the castle and feed the ducks and swans.

You are also within easy driving distance of loads of beautiful beaches and countryside. We visited Bosherston Pools, a NT property to the north of Pembroke. The pools are covered in water lilies and there are pathways winding through the woodlands. It is an easy walk from here to a sweeping, sandy beach, which was almost deserted when we visited on a scorching June day. We were told that Stackpole Head is another beautiful place to visit and will hopefully go there next time.

Also, of course, it is a handy site for stopping over en-route to or from the Pembroke-Rosslare ferry crossing.

Janette Lee. CLIC. March 2002

Windmill Hill Caravan Park
St. Daniels Hill
Pembroke
Pembrokeshire
SA71 5BT

Tel: 01646 682 392

E-mail: enquiries@windmillhillcaravanpark.co.uk
Web site: www.windmillhillcaravanpark.co.uk/

Contact: Mr J. Gibby

A quick update as from August 2006

Campsite now has two shower blocks. One dedicated to women and one to the men. This has now increased the washing up facilities to three sinks and extra fridge and microwave.
The ladies showerblock also has one hairdryer (wired into covered mains) for camp use. A washing machine and dryer has recently been installed for camp use, using 20p’s (not sure of full charge).

Prices for camping are now £3.50 per night per adult and any child over the age of 10years. Any child under the age of 10 yrs is £1.50 with children under 3 going free.

Still a friendly easygoing site with a fast developing regular campers base. Wonderful atmosphere and friendships to be made.

Sarah Phillips. Internet. September 2006

Wood Park Caravans

22nd June 2007
This report has been removed at the request of the owners.
The report was submitted by Steve Ward in 1999

The review praised the site. The author had written he was going to return for a future visit.
Unfortunately the owners objected to parts of the report which suggested they were overly economic.

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