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Faerie Thyme

Kidwelly, Carmarthenshire, Wales
1 acre hosted by Irene L.
A truly magical Welsh glamping spot that will spirit you away from your usual troubles

The Faerie Thyme founders had just two wishes: one was to create a campsite that they would like to go back to. And the other Wish is one of the founders...

The former Brighton-based interior designer with his wife, Irene, transported themselves to this three acre smallholding (an overgrown goat farm) in Crwbin nearly a decade ago. Then began years of sweat, toil and trouble to materialise a magical realm where imagination rules and – although children aren’t allowed – everyone is encouraged to nurture their inner child. Have you walked the plank aboard the Jolly Roger recently? No, we didn’t think so.

Fun and games aside, Faerie Thyme is like the best part of any decent festival’s green fields – there’s space to chill by giant dream catchers, an area to meditate by the stone circle or you can get lost in a deep and meaningful conversation around one of the site's many fire pits. And like Glastonbury, leylines snake back to a wizard heritage. The old quarry road where druids would get their stones for nearby circles and monuments placed around Myndd Llangyndeyrn, leading into Camarthen, is rumoured to be the birthplace of Merlin.

If this all feels a bit “far out” then bear this in mind; Irene and Wish received a 'member's recommended best site' award in 2011 by the UK Camping and Caravanning Club, apparently only the second time it was awarded to somewhere in Wales. This is proof that this place unique and idiosyncratic yet accessible and well considered. And although your hosts are hands on, they’re also so open and friendly that it’s impossible for anyone not to slip under their spell.

Activities
Biking
Fishing
Hiking
Natural features
Beach
Forest
Mountainous
Not currently accepting bookings on Hipcamp
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Location
Kidwelly, Carmarthenshire, Wales, United KingdomTraditional, ancestral territory of various First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
Hosted by Irene L.Joined in June 2015
From the host
Faerie thyme is open for camping between July 6th and the end of August. Bookings for September are by phone at the moment. You can book one of the three vintage caravans or book a camping pitch, we try to make sure all our camping pitches have access to a firepit, make new friends by sharing your firepit with a neighbouring tent. Our hardstandings for campers are suitable for small bongo or vw sized campers. If you are thinking of having a getaway with friends or a family party, a wedding party or birthday celebration please contact us for details. This is an adult only campsite so you are guaranteed peace and quiet.  We prefer our guests to be over 23 years old. If you are a little younger, you need to telephone us to book.  This is an organic smallholding surrounded by ancient woodland and some spectacular walks over protected common land. Camping at Faerie-thyme is like wild camping in our back garden. There are no roads running on the edges of the camping area so it really is very quiet. Not sure what to book, then just give us a call and we can talk you through it.
Nearby attractions

You’d be daft not to visit the ancient Myndd Llangyndeyrn standing stones – a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) which attracts an abundance of rare birds and uncommon invertebrates. More natural kicks await at the magnicent gardens and stately house at Aberglasney (01558 668998). You’re also well located to access Pembrokeshire, Mid Wales or the Brecon Beacons.

Food and drink

Plans are afoot to start doing home cooked meals such as chillis and curries which can easily be reheated over the fire (all pots and ladles supplied). Eggs, bacon and sausages are all locally supplied in the honesty shop and Rob the baker delivers bread once a week. Carmarthen Market (01267 228841) sells local cheeses and Carmarthen ham – a serious local rival to the Parma variety. For pubs in Pontyberem ,The New Inn (01269 871152) has good pub food and a wide range of ales and The Smiths Arms (01269 842213) also has tasty pub grub. The Farmers Arms (01269 871022) in neighbouring Llangyndeyrn is a traditional local pub serving evening snacks.

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