Why we love it
The camp, with its treehouse gypsy caravans and hot tub, the farm, the area and the welcome hamper are all packed full of wonders that you and your dog will love
What you'll love
Dogs will love
- A few arrival surprises!
- Exploring all the various structures and spaces of the camp
- Heading off into the woods with you
Humans will love
- Soaking in the hot tub after a long day out
- Marshmallows and ‘smores round the fire pit
- The lovely human food in the welcome hamper
The place
You and your dog will probably be as excited as each other as you bound around Copse Camp investigating every weird and wonderful corner. One moment you’ll be up in the treehouse with its Beano wallpaper, then checking out the hot tub, the compost loo and the fire pit before you head over to the gypsy caravans. It’s all yours to use as you will, and the sense of being at home extends to the whole 300 acre site, which the owners are happy for you to explore. They can also introduce you to their tame Valais Blacknose sheep and various other animals and are mines of information about the area they’ve called home for over 40 years. They can send you off on hikes, find you a great dog-friendly pub or point you to a farm shop so you can sample some great local produce.
In the neighbourhood
- Favourite Walk Nearby: Llangollen History Trail, 16-minute drive, It’s a six-mile circular that offers stunning countryside, dramatic ruins, incredible views and a little bit of Welsh history. Multiple dogs welcome, just bring treats and poo bags for the journey
- Garth Mountain, 27 minute drive, offers a variety of walking trails to suit different fitness levels, with popular starting points in Pentyrch, Taff’s Well, and Efail Isaf. From its summit, walkers are rewarded with sweeping views over the Taff Vale and the village of Gwaelod-y-Garth.
- The Corn Mill, 16 minute drive, is set beside the white waters of the River Dee, this charming waterside pub and restaurant is steeped in history. Once a working mill, it has been thoughtfully transformed into a unique dining spot, where old-world character meets natural beauty. Dogs very welcomed in the bar on lead.
- Three Pigeons Inn in Graigfechan, 11 minute drive, is a beautiful old local which has revived a tradition of serving beer in two and three pint jugs, which they’ve had made by a local potter