• Welcome to
    Shell Island Campsite
  • Welcome to
    Shell Island Campsite
  • Welcome to
    Shell Island Campsite
  • Welcome to
    Shell Island Campsite
  • Welcome to
    Shell Island Campsite
  • Welcome to
    Shell Island Campsite

 

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Nestled along the stunning coastline of North Wales, Shell Island—known locally as Mochras—offers a unique camping experience that beckons adventurers, nature lovers, families alike and is accessible via a tidal causeway.

As one of the largest campsites in Europe, Shell Island is renowned for its breathtaking views, Tidal Causeway, expansive sandy beaches, and its vibrant natural wildlife.

Facilities

Snack bar
Snack bar Take a break from cooking and enjoy a tasty meal at the Shell Island Snack Bar — the ideal place to relax and refuel during your stay or day trip.
Tavern Bar
Tavern Bar The Tavern bar offers a great selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, adjoined to our sports room with multiple tv's.
Coffee on the quay
Coffee on the quay A great place to visit whilst exploring the island, located at the harbour it is ideal for a stop and refuel with a great selection of drinks, snacks and sweet treats.
Games Room
Games Room Situated next to the bar the Games Room are great for the kids and adults alike, filled with prize-filled 2p machines, video games, dance machines etc
Shops
Shops We have 3 shops onsite, a Supermarket with fresh produce daily, Gift shop with scoop ice cream and fresh cut fudge plus plenty of gifts for your loved ones and a camp shop which supplies everything you may have forgot plus clothing and fishing bait and supplies.

Activities

Camping

Camping

With 800 pitches and over 380 acres of camping ground this makes SHELL ISLAND the biggest campsite in the UK, and one of the biggest camping sites in EUROPE

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Day Visits

Day Visits

If you fancy visiting Shell Island, but dont want to camp you still can.

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Fishing

Fishing

The north point of Shell Island is very popular with fisherman as the water runs deep and at times fast.

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Beaches

Beaches

Shell Island has 3 bathing beaches, including the main south Beach which stretches all the way to Barnouth and was voted Wales best beach by The Times for 2025

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Shells

Shells

Shells can be gathered by the bagfull in Spring, infact it is almost impossible to avoid treading on them.

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Crabbing

Crabbing

Down the harbour, the kids and adults will have hours of fun and endless enjoyment trying to catch the crabs.

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450

ACRES

2

COTTAGES

3

FLATS

800

PITCHES

Information

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Address

Registered Office:
Shell Island Llanbedr,
Gwynedd,
North Wales,
LL45 2PJ,
United Kingdom.
Company Reg No: 7577627

Contact

Telephone: 01341 241453

 

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© Copyright Shell Island | VAT no 161-2598-65 | Shell Island is a Families and Couples Campsite.
We do not accept Single Sex groups / Groups, or Youngsters camping by themselves without parental supervision.