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National Trust gets approval for seasonal landpods and campervans in Pembrokeshire

23.07.2026 01:12 1 min 2 sources
Herald.Wales ENG + 1 more
National Trust gets approval for seasonal landpods and campervans in Pembrokeshire
Original source: Herald.Wales

In Brief

Plans by the National Trust to diversify a campsite on the Pembrokeshire coast have been approved. The 4.5-hectare site at Gupton Farm near Freshwater West will feature five landpods and 20 campervans, with total capacity unchanged at 100 people and 50 pitches per night.

The Pembrokeshire Coast National Park Development Committee has approved the National Trust's application for a change of land use to allow seasonal placement of 20 campervans and five landpods at Gupton Farm, near Freshwater West. The 4.5-hectare site will operate as a seasonal campsite.

The project does not increase overall capacity (50 pitches, 100 people) but reallocates accommodation types in favour of motorhomes. Landpods will be removed from December to February. The decision was made considering the seasonal nature, lack of permanent utilities, and landscape conservation measures.

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National Trust campsite near Freshwater West approved for seasonal landpods and campervans

05.06.2026 Herald.Wales ENG Original source

National Trust campsite upgrade approved on Pembrokeshire coast

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