Name: Bwlchgwyn Farm Pony Trekking Centre
Rating: 5.0

Bwlchgwyn Farm Pony Trekking Centre

Bwlchgwyn Farm Fairbourne, Gwynedd LL39 1B

1-90 Years

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Description

Bwlchgwyn Farm is a family-run Caravan Park, Campsite, Self-Catering Cottages, and Pony Trekking Centre on the Welsh Coastal Path, overlooking the Mawddach Estuary, North Wales coastline, and Snowdonia. The working farm offers dog-friendly cottages, a small private caravan park, a terraced campsite with glamping pods, and easy access to Fairbourne village and its golden sandy beach. Camping and glamping provide elevated, uncommercialised views, while Pony Trekking and Horse Riding include estuary and beach treks for beginners and experienced riders, with horse holiday packages or the option to bring your own horse. Activities include riding lessons, horse petting, stable management, and paddock rides for young children.

Novice Estuary Treks last 1 hour (£35 per horse/pony), Horse Riding Lessons include ½ hour private (child 4–14 yrs, £32 pp) or shared sessions (child, £25 pp), and Menage Hire is available 1 hour with showjumps (£20) or standard (£15). Over 30 horses cater to all levels, including Tommy, Toby, Coco, Millie, Lady Grey, and Della. The caravan park is secluded yet close to local amenities, providing a perfect family-friendly base to explore the Snowdonia coast.

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Features

Paid
Host birthday parties: No

Features

Camping & Pods: Camping & Glamping with stunning views over the Mawddach Estuary. Bwlchgwyn Farm campsite is elevated and uncommercialised, offering breathtaking views over the Mawddach Estuary, Barmouth harbour, Snowdonia mountains, the Llyn Peninsula, and out to sea.
Pony Trekking: Pony Trekking & Horse Riding in Gwynedd, North Wales. Activities include treks along the beach and Mawddach Estuary, offering scenic views of Snowdonia and Cader Idris. Horse holiday packages are available, or visitors can bring their own horse. Opening: September–October, Wednesdays & Saturdays by appointment. Main season rides require advance booking. Out-of-season rides are arranged per booking. Both larger horses and ponies are available for adults and children. Novice riders are welcome; experienced riders require skill for open beach canters.
- Activities: Pony Trekking, Horse Riding, Riding Lessons, Horse Holiday Packages, Horse Petting, Stable Management, Code of Conduct on Rides.
- Trek Options:
  - Novice Estuary Trek: Suitable for beginners and children from 4 years. Trek through farm land with wildlife and views of Mawddach Estuary, Viaduct Bridge, Cader Idris, and Barmouth Harbour.
  - Novice Beach Trek: Suitable for beginners from 7 years, includes a trek to Fairbourne beach with views of Cardigan Bay, Viaduct Bridge, and Cader Idris.
  - Private Experienced Ride: For skilled riders seeking advanced beach rides.
Horse Riding Lessons: Private lessons on personal or centre horses with qualified instructors, suitable from age 4 upwards. Lessons can include flat-work, grid, jumping, or stable management. Additional Options: Menage hire, floodlights, additional horses, and specialised clinics with guest instructors. Paddock rides for ages 2–4 in sand-enclosed arena.
Riding School Horses: Over 30 horses cater to all levels:
- Tommy: Full-sized cob, suitable for beach and advanced riders.
- Toby: Novice cob, ideal for first-time riders.
- Coco: Small pony, popular with lessons and treks.
- Millie: 15’1” piebald Irish cob, suitable for novices.
- Lady Grey: Heavyweight cob, suitable for novices, popular with RDA.
- Della: 14.2hh grey mare, steady for beach hacks, sweet natured.
Caravan Park: Small, exclusive holiday home park near Barmouth, North Wales. Elevated and secluded with views over Mawddach Estuary, mountains, and sea. Close to Fairbourne village amenities and sandy beach.

Facilities

Parking onsite
Toilets and accessible toilets
You can bring a picnic
There are baby food facilities available

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Price

Price: Paid

Price Details

Pony Trekking & Horse Riding
- Novice Estuary Trek (1 hr): £35 per horse/pony
- Novice Beach Trek (2 hrs): £65 per horse/pony
- Private Experienced Ride: £125 pp (2 riders: £115 pp)
Horse Riding Lessons:
- ½ hour private (child 4–14 yrs): £32 pp
- ½ hour shared (child): £25 pp
- 45-min jump lesson (child/adult): £50 pp
- 45-min private lesson (child): £40 pp
- 45-min private lesson (adult 15+): £45 pp
- 45-min shared lesson (child 4–14): £35 pp
- 45-min shared lesson (adult 15+): £40 pp
- 1-hour lesson (45-min ride + 30-min stable management): £50 child / £60 adult
Menage Hire:
- 1 hour with showjumps: £20
- 1 hour standard: £15
- Floodlights: £3 per hour
- Additional horse: £5 each
Paddock Rides (2–4 yrs): £25 pp (½ hour)

Pricing URL: http://www.bwlchgwynfarm.co.uk/

Birthday Parties

Offer Birthday Parties: No

Monday – Sunday: 09:00 – 18:00

Address: Bwlchgwyn Farm Fairbourne, Gwynedd LL39 1B

Post Code: LL39 1BX

Council: Arthog

County: Gwynedd

The farmland is situated on both sides of the A493 between Fairbourne and Arthog. The main fields stretch down to the Mawddach Estuary and Barmouth beyond, with a footpath joining the Estuary walk to the beach or footbridge to Barmouth. Parking onsite.