Visitors Reviews/Letters  Hi Anna & Miles,   Just a quick note to say what a fantastic site you have, and thank you for a great 4 days camping we enjoyed as a family. All your facilities were very clean and tidy and  you seem to have thought of everything a camper could need,  even down to providing BBQ bricks. And would also like to say how we found Anna & Miles so helpful with places to visit and really felt they were there for you night and day if we needed them. You have done a fantastic job and we will definately visit you again in the future and would recommend your site to anyone, thanks Anna & Miles.   All the best,   Hayley Hamblett & Family July 2008 Dear Anna and Miles,   I just wanted to send you a quick email to thank you for a lovely stay at your campsite.  Claire and I felt you provided an absolutely first class location for our first venture into the world of camping.  The amenities were clean, well presented, and you seem to have thought of everything a camper could possibly need when staying with you.  The summer house was a nice touch, and has been an inspiration for things we wish to do on future stays to the area.  Our only complaint was that our holiday there simply wasn't long enough!   Congratulations also on achieving your fourth star for your campsite rating, it is richly deserved.   We hope to make a return to The Willows at some point in the future, and wish you well   Kind Regards Paul Wilson and Claire Woods. June 2008 Review by: Bill-and-ted       Date of visit:  May 2008     Unit used: Tent Stunning location with fantastic views out over the sea and to the mountains. Anna and Miles couldn’t be more convivial hosts and the location of the site coupled with the quiet relaxed atmosphere makes for an ideal “get away from it all” kind of a place for a holiday or short break. The facilities are well appointed, exceptionally clean and well maintained. The pitches are level and spacious. There is a local shop within five minutes walk which is well stocked and Abersoch is less than ten minutes down the road (in the car). Yr Helyg is ideally placed to explore the local area and its locations and, yes, the beaches really are as good as they look in the photos on the web site! The only disappointment was that we had to come home, but we’ll definitely be back. Thoroughly recommended. Review by: Pazjoch    Date of visit:  July 2007     Unit used: Trailer Tent We booked this site as a last minute panic and was a little unsure of what to expect (had exhausted all other options). Any doubts that we had were removed within an hour of setting up camp. The site is beautifully maintained, the staff are most welcoming and facilities spotless. There is a small charge of 20p for the showers but nothing to complain about (40p is more than enough) and never had to queue - certainly a lot cheaper and cleaner than previous experiences. We had possibly the best pitch on the site and woke up to breathtaking views each morning. We enjoyed the experience so much that we are currently booking our next holiday and will always check availability at The Willows before any other site in the area. If you are looking at camping in the area you will not be disappointed. Review by: The pjs        Date of visit:  May 2008     Unit used: Tent This was our fist real camping expedition and a high standard was set! We booked for the Bank Holiday and stayed for two nights, with our early departure down to the wet weather and a leaky tent! The booking was based on their website only, and we were not disappointed. The camp site was extremely well planned out, each plot extremely spacious, all the facilities were well equipped, clean, tidy, and in working order, and the owners were very friendly and welcoming. The site was very secure and we had no concerns about leaving our gear while we went exploring, largely due to the family and couple atmosphere. The view from the site is breathtaking over Abersoch and the surrounding area and there was enough amenities to be more than comfortable without losing the 'roughing it' aspect that is part of the whole camping experience. We are already in discussions with siblings to go again with the nieces and nephews next time - and a sturdier tent! - Highly recommended. Dear Miles and Anna   Just a quick email to thank you for letting us stay on your site at such short notice. As you know, this was our first caravanning experience and we think we will find it very hard, when travelling, to find a site that beats yours. You definitely have spoilt us! Everything was superb. We hope to come back before October, will book early this time.   Regards  Roger and Samantha June 2008 Review by: Ksdodd     Date of visit:  May 2008     Unit used: Tent What can I say, but what a wonderful welcoming experience. We arrived for one night on a Bank Holiday weekend not really knowing what to expect. We found the site extremely well planned out (although the loose stones made it a little difficult for our motorcycles and noisy at night when walking to the toilet block), but the owners were so friendly and welcoming. It was also nice that they came around the following morning to say hello to everyone and have a friendly chat. We only stayed for one night on this occasion, but are sure to be going back in the near future to enjoy a little longer. The facilities were clean and well equipped - just ensure you have some change for hot water. It was a lovely family site, which we as a family hope to return to again soon.   Review by: AnnG01       Date of visit:  August 2007     Unit used:  Tent Despite the rain we thoroughly enjoyed our stay at The Willows. We were made to feel very welcome from the outset. The electrical entry gate is a definite bonus and added peace of mind. The site was litter free and the toilet blocks were kept clean (we never had to queue for a shower!). Clearly, every effort is made to ensure those staying on-site have a good holiday. The owners were approachable without being intrusive and very knowledgable about the local area. You get the impression they have 'done' camping and therefore know what campers need and have made an effort to provide it. The views of the bay are spectacular. We found there was little need to take the car as there are plenty of walks from the site. We make a point of never returning to the same site, however, Yr Helyg has forced us to re think this policy! Review by: Shadwell      Date of visit:  August 2007     Unit used: Tent This is an excellent site with absolutely superb views. Each pitch has been carefully measured with indicator markings which means you get just the right space. The site is quiet and peaceful and the proprietors clearly make this one of their priorities for their guests. They will go out of their way to ensure that your stay is the best it can be with all sorts of information around the site about the surrounding area and things to do and see as well as making the site as comfortable as possible. The showers and toilet block were always exceptionally clean and we never queued once! The surrounding area is easily accessible and is fabulous - who needs to go abroad when you have beaches, countryside and views like this! An excellent holiday - thank you Anna and Miles. Review by: Katie and Ben      Date of visit:  July 2007     Unit used: Tent The Willows is a beautiful campsite in an idyllic setting, with stunning views of the coastline, great facilities and the friendliest proprietors you could wish for! Anna and Miles were amazing and were so generous with all the help they gave us during our stay. They helped us in every way they could; from lending us their spare tent after we discovered half of ours had been left at home, and then helping us to put it up in the dark, to giving us advice as to where to eat out etc. It was the wettest weather we'd ever experienced in Abersoch, but despite this, we were greeted every day with smiles and happy faces! We had a beautiful private plot with views straight out to sea, and the electric barrier system at the site entrance was a safety bonus that we noticed many other sites didn't have. For us, the setting was ideal.down a quiet country lane, right in-between Abersoch and Llanbedrog, and only a few minuites drive to either. There is also a lovely pub, "The Ship Inn" within walking distance from the site, which serves great food. We enjoyed our stay at The Willows so much. We we will definitely be back again soon. Review by: Bev Wilson        Date of visit:  August 2007     Unit used: Tent Stayed here of a long weekend in our tent.  The campsite was well laid out, with good sized pitches and great views on a clear day.  The owners were nice enough and very approachable.  The site was nice and quiet, which is what we wanted and generally clean and tidy.  Review by: Patterson24       Date of visit:  July 2007     Unit used: Touring Caravan We have today got back from The Willows and will be going back. It is lovely, tanquil and relaxing. The owners are so friendly and make you feel very welcome. Abersoch is fab and the llanbedrog beach is beautiful. We had brillant weather. Well done The Willows.

Review by: Ian Lawson        Date of visit:  May 2007     Unit used: Tent Having stayed at the Willows on several occasions during 2006/2007 I thought it was about time I wrote a review. If you want a site that is quiet, clean and ideally situated within easy reach of local amenities etc then The Willows is just the one. Facilities on site toilets,showers and wash room are kept clean and in good order, 20p's are needed for your hot water, which is nothing really, all part of the camping experience. There is plenty of information available on site of things to do whatever the weather. The pitches are well spaced with all tents pitched around the outer edges so your not crammed in like sardines, the same is for tourers.this layout helps towards the atmosphere there. Access to site is via an electric barrier and gates are locked after 11pm. There is a local shop/post office / off licence just literally a 5 min walk around the corner, 5 min drive takes you down lane to the Ship Inn, food here is reasonably priced and nice too! A 5 min drive into Abersoch and you have a selection of shops, bistro's / restaurants, and bars, oh not forgetting the beach, which is lovely. To sum it up, this site is ideal if you want easy access to surrounding area's, piece and quiet after a hectic day out n about, friendly atmosphere and fantastic views over the penninsular. I wouldnt hesitate going back.in my tourer next time.    Review by: Ali barber     Date of visit:  April 2007     Unit used: Tent I had an absolutely fabulous time at this clean and very well equipped site. The owners were very friendly and hospitable and provided excellent guidance on all local areas. The toilets and showers were very clean and there were plenty of facilities available. The site was kept well mowed and was a wonderful quiet place to spend the evenings. If you wanted to go out there are two very good pubs serving excellent food within a mile of the site. The local area is delightful, fantastic views, which helps in planning the days activities. You can see the fantastic beaches that surround the site. Great walks. I would definitely recommend this site to anyone who wants a lovely clean site with great facilities and friendly owners. Review by: Jo F-W        Date of visit:  July 2006     Unit used: Tent We stayed at the Willows in our tent on about 7 weekends during 2006, and are returning for a number of weekends in 2007. The campsite is a nice contrast to some of the others in the area, as it has a feeling of much more open space and therefore privacy. There are lots of sites where you feel like the owners just pack campers in until you're practically on top of each other, but there is a limited number of pitches at the Willows so you don't get that problem. In fact, the pitches are just around the outside of the fields so even when it's full, there is still plenty of space. Facilities are always spotlessly clean and availability is fine for the number of campers. One of the other great features of this site is that the grounds are really well looked after and landscaped, so you are always on freshly mown plots with no uncomfortable lumps and bumps! Miles and Anna the owners are extremely helpful to newcomers and regulars alike, and now they are helped by baby Megan! They come out around the site several times a day so it's nice to be able to be confident that there is someone there if something went wrong. The site now has a card operated barrier so is very secure. It also tends to be quite quiet being mainly couples and families, so being kept awake at night is not a problem. It's just a 10 minute drive to Abersoch and the local beaches and it's possible to walk to the local pub in Llanbedrog, The Ship. All in all, we will keep going back to the Willows and I have recommended it to friends and would do so again. Review by: Bashersbatey      Date of visit:  May 2007     Unit used: Tent Stayed her 1st May Bank Holiday weekend for 4 days. It was extremely clean and the owners extremely nice. Our pitch was extremely flat and well sheltered. The views breathtaking! In the tent fields the pitches are set in a circle on the outside of the field and they are huge! They do not cram you all in one place! A little more expensive then other places but well worth it. Quiet, relaxing and roomy! A wonderful time was had by all. Even rain on the last day did not put us off as the facilities, though a little dated was clean and always available. Oh, and you do have to pay 20p for hot water for showers and dish washing but we were not bothered. We hope to go back next May Bank Holiday. Review by: Kray      Date of visit:  August 2006     Unit used: Touring Caravan We stayed at Yr Helyg during August and had an absolutely wonderful time. On our arrival we were greeted with a warm welcome by Anna & Miles the owners. We were shown out pitch, given a clear guide to the site amenities and then were left to unwind and have a cup of tea before having to settle our bill. The site was immaculate. The views breath taking. The grass and flower beds are all kept to an impeccable standard. The pitches are level with a 16 amp hook up and TV point, which we have not come across before. In particular we liked the fact that there was a separate fridge/freezer to store our shopping goods in - free of charge. Even a television in the summerhouse. The toilet blocks were kept clean to a very high standard. These are equipped with plenty of showers/wc sockets for hairdryers, and not once did we have to queue for the use of anything - even though we were staying in the middle of August. Showers were 20p operated, 60p was ample for a good shower. We have in the past had to pay a pound plus on some sites. Even though we had a torrential downpour mid holiday our pitch remained perfectly dry throughout the week. We recommend and will definitely be going again. Anna was expecting a baby any day when we had to leave, we hope on our return to see the baby!  Review by: Clementine243       Date of visit:  July 2006     Unit used: Tent Spent a couple of nights here, lovely site, loos and showers very clean. Really quiet and away from it all, amazing views. The couple who own the site are very helpful, and after a really windy wild night they came round to check if everyone was ok, which has never happened at any other site to us. The nearest pub The Ship does great food. There are plenty of great beaches just a drive away. Review by: Katy prince       Date of visit:  May 2006     Unit used: Tent Just arrived back from a lovely weekend staying at The Willows.  The site is beautifully kept, lawns freshly mowed and all very flat.  The toilets and showers were spotlessly clean and the owners couldn't have been more helpful, even lending us their OS map and showing us some good tourist spots to visit. The local pub, The Ship, is just down the road and served good home cooked food in big portions at very reasonable prices. Will definitely be visiting again. Review by: Cate and peter       Date of visit:  June 2005 Just arrived back from our month at Yr Helig. We found Miles and Anna(new owners) to be very helpful,friendly and they were very informative about the local area. The site is well presented beautifully landscaped, maintained and the ground level. The facilities are spotless and the radio playng in the toilet/shower block a bonus. If you timed it right you keep up with world events and even Glastonbury festival, ha-ha. Yr Helig is a quiet peaceful site and can be recommended for a tranquil stay but close to a variety of activities. We won't hesite to return, highly recommended. All we need now is a Yr Helig t-shirt! Review by: Thebutterys      Date of visit:  June 2005 Very friendly staff who couldn't do enough to make our stay any better. Clean site with wonderful sea views. Site was queit in terms of tents during our stay, so we were able to use the showers/toilets provided for the caravans which were cleaned regularly and well equiped; plug point for hairdryer, handsoap,loo roll, very decent standard. Similar wc facilities due soon for campers. Beach is only short drive away and lovely family pub is situated 10 minutes walk down hill, with beer garden for kids. Will definietely come back. Review by: E_port_ranger May 2005 Stayed here over the Whit weekend in our Diablo 600 with wife and two kids. We initially chose this site because the new owners, Anna and Miles, were the only ones who were friendly or helpful during calls to a dozen sites in the area. Glad to say this attitude prevailed throughout our five night stay. The camping pitches are perfectly flat and we had ample room for the slightly large Diablo. Tents are only pitched around the perimeters of the two fields so even when full there would be loads of open space. The facilities are a bit old but were kept clean during a busy period, and I believe a brand new block is on the way soon. In conclusion: Pro's : Good customer service, flat, spacious,clean, great views, decent local shop. Con's : erm.....not keen on Radio2 being played in the showers, more of a Radio1 man personally. Will definitely go again.