Young Driver - Cardiff
20% discount
Teenagers get the chance to start, steer, manoeuvre, reverse and park on a specifically designed road system.
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Why stay here ...
South Lodge is set in a lovely quiet rural setting with wonderful views in an historic park 10 minutes from the M4, 5 minutes from Tescos and Marks and Spencers, and 15 minutes from the centre of Cardiff with its many attractions. Regular public transport is nearby.
The Indian Marigold Restaurant and Bar is a 5 minute stroll and the Vale of Glamorgan's beaches, picturesque villages and historic gardens are within a short drive. Dogs are very welcome and there is excellent walking nearby.
With hardstandings, pleasant lawned areas, electrical points, and easy access, the site can be enjoyed throughout the year.
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Latest arrival time: 10:00 PM
0.75 acres
Electric amperage: 5
Lawned site
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Llancaiach Fawr Manor
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Step back in time to 1645 and follow the traditional domestic and farming rhythms of life in the countryside.
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The Spirit of Wales Distillery
50% discount
Discover how the distillery goes from landscape to bottle to the perfect serve with an tour and welcome drink.
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The Grand Pier
10% discount
A variety of attractions and entertainment entertaining visitors since 1904 and still a popular destination.
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Sites key:
- Postcode:
- CF5 6SF
- GPS:
- Lat 51.46811 / Lon -3.29086
- OS field ref:
- ST107747
- OS map ref:
- 171
Transport links
- Bus stop within 1 mile
- Buses go to: Cardiff, Cowbridge, Bridgend
- Daily public transport within 1 mile
- Nearest train station: Cardiff
- Train station within 5 miles
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A first class CL
South Lodge
This was a repeat visit to this wonderful site and it is still one of our favourites. It is easily accessed from the M4. The pitches are extremely large and the whole site is very tidy and well looked after. In the spring it is nice to wander through the grounds down to the woods when the bluebells are in full bloom.Lots of places to visit whether town or country and even a designer shopping centre within driving distance. Just down the road is a large supermarket and shopping complex , which includes Marks & Spencer food,tescos , and aldi and a little further on a Lidl as well as various other shops. The only dissapointment for us this year was nothing to do with the site but to access cardiff city centre you could not access a park and ride. The one remaining open only went to the hospital as no bus company would support the city centre route saying it was not viable. maybe this will change in the future.
This is a very central site to stay at as it is easy to access the coast which is a short drive.Lots of nature reserves within easy reach and amazing scenery in the valleys. All in all a fabulous place and highly recommended. Hope to return again.
chatterton2
Reviewed on 03/06/2023 12:40
An extremely picturesque site.
South Lodge
We stayed for 14 nights and really enjoyed ourselves. The pitches are extra large,all being hardstanding,electric hook ups fantastic views over countryside and also looking towards cardiff. The grounds of this site are extensive and there are lots of walks through the woods,which were covered with bluebells when we were there. Cardiff and the coast are close by as is several country parks.Just down the road there are extensive shopping facilities including two larg e supermarkets,a little bit further on a lidl and Aldi. Unfortunately while we were there the only park & Ride for Cardiff that was open was the one the other side of cardiff but we assume that this is only temporary.
A lot has been mentioned about access to the site ,but we had no problems as when coming from the culverhouse roundabout as long as you get into the right lane when you come up the hill and signal right when you get close to the marigold restaurantit gives other motorists plenty of time that once round the bend you intend to do a right hand turn across the road to enter the site..We would definitely recommend this site.
chatterton2
Reviewed on 12/06/2022 15:11
5 nights stay 7m Motorhome
South Lodge
We stayed here to catch up with pals from Cardiff as the last time we stayed at Sophia Gardens but weren't too keen on returning there.
This was perfect for us. Handy for the M4, Cardiff Bay, Barry etc... Loads of areas to visit. We visited St Ffagans and Blaenavon Big Pit.
We didn't get a chance to meet the busy owner, but not required as everything is easy to find and use.
Will definitely stay again.and recommended.
Fabulously peaceful site
South Lodge
We stayed for 2 nights in a 6.5m motorhome and had a wonderful time. It was very quiet and peaceful, just what we needed. We had plenty to do within walking distance, including the excellent Indian Marigold restaurant, and a great circular walk to St Fagans where the Museum of Welsh Life is. We will definitely be back.
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Reviewed on 04/08/2021 18:19
Lovely site
South Lodge
This is a really nice site, great value at £13 a night. we visited for a long weekend in October, wanting somewhere close to the Arms Park for rugby on Saturday. This site really fits the bill. Just 15 mins from M4 J33, easy access, level and spacious. Brilliant. Despite what others have written, the turn in is easy ... look out for the CL sign as you hit the corner ,,, and we didn't need leveling blocks even though there is a gentle slope on the site.
The pitches are big enough for an awning should you want one. The views are great, when the welsh drizzle permits! You can hear the traffic on the ring road, but its not intrusive...it'll seem worse in the summer but wouldn't stop me coming again.Everything else is just perfect.
I'd recommend this site to anyone wanting to visit Cardiff and surrounding area.
