Treheli Farm Campsite

While you might want to stick to swanning about Porth Neigwl for the whole of your hol in north Wales, other beaches on the Llyn Peninsula are also top for touring: try the curvy bay of Porthor (also known as Whistling Sands) a 20-minute drive away and pretty Porth Iago cove (20 minutes) on the northern coast for starters before driving eastwards to cute and compact Criccieth for its castle ruins and memorable views out over the coast. You can also steer away from the water towards Glasfryn Parc in the lush green hinterlands for bowling, wakeboarding, archery and a soft play area to suit smaller small sorts or drive 35 minutes to Yr Eifl carpark for family walks up to the peninsula’s highest peak. Older travellers – not to mention Italy aficionados – will appreciate visits to Portmeirion a 50-minute drive away for a Positano-style village built over the course of 50 years by Sir Clough Williams-Ellis full of colourful houses and posh eateries.