Holidaying in a caravan, motorhome or camper is a uniquely enjoyable form of leisure travel. It allows you to explore the very best of the UK at a moment’s notice and in your own time.
There are so many places you can take your campervan, from the majestic Scottish Highlands to the rolling hills of England and Wales. Let’s have a look at our home country of Wales. What are some of the best motorhome holiday destinations in Wales?
Snowdonia
Snowdonia is not so much a destination for motorhomes as a playground for them, being a national park that encompasses well over 800 square miles of mountains, lakes, nature reserves and, of course, beautiful country roads. Snowdonia is so named for Mount Snowdon, the largest mountain in Wales and an edifying presence around which to drive.
The park is stippled with incredible B-roads that beg to be discovered, and numerous campsites with glorious views of the glacier lakes that define the region. There is so much to uncover, from the medieval ruins of Harlech to the unparalleled walk route of Ogwen Valley.
Wondrous as Snowdonia can be to enjoy from the road, it does also come with added risk; the smaller roads, paths and fire roads pose additional challenges to your driving and could be costly if your insurance isn’t up to date. That aside, Snowdon is a vast and rewarding landscape for you to enjoy from the comfort of your cabin.
Portmeirion
Of course, the vast open spaces and sheer possibility presented by Snowdonia can prove a little much for your motorhome holiday – especially if your trip is a last-minute one! There is a glut of beautiful destinations in Wales that are perfect for one-to-three-night stays, and allow you to deeply explore their rich history and culture all the more; one such place is Portmeirion.
Portmeirion is ensconced in the mouth of the River Dwyryd and is unique amongst village settlements in Wales for its relative newness. It was conceived in the early 20th century as a love letter to the Italian Riviera. As such, its architecture is anachronistically Renaissance in nature, reflecting Mediterranean sensibility over traditional Welsh village culture. The village sprung to fame in the 1960s, through its use as the external set for the cult TV series The Prisoner.
Swansea
Lastly, motorhome holidays do not necessarily need to take place in the rural corners of Wales. Sometimes, real value can be found in a more urban motorhome retreat, where more culture and nightlife can offer you a vibrant alternative to playing cards in your cabin.
Swansea is a university city on the south coast and the second-largest in Wales; it is a city thrumming with culture and activity. There are numerous places you can pitch your camper on Swansea’s outskirts or even in the marina, giving you immediate access to the best of the Swansea coast as well as the centre.
