Bell tents
Tipis, yurts, or wigwams
Dogs allowed
Campfires allowed
Student groups welcome
See all facilities…Make free and easy at the relaxed Sychpwll Centre on the banks of the river Vyrnwy, where you’ll find a wide range of options on offer: ready-pitched bell tents for hassle-free holidays, a straw bale camping barn for groups of 10-20, a heated log cabin with a private veranda and garden, and the Crow’s Nest, a self-catering one bedroom flat. There are of course standard tent pitches too in the five-acre camping field, where all sizes of tent are accepted and where you can pick your own pitch (weather permitting) and park your car alongside.
Sychpwll is an eco-friendly smallholding that’s grown organically over the past 30 years, and uses ‘leave no trace’ camping as a major policy, where guests are asked to dispose of their waste and recycling in a responsible manner. Leaving no trace is also essential when building campfires, as these must be off the ground so as not to scorch the grass: if you’re planning on having a fire, be Boy or Girl Scout prepared and bring a suitable container or brazier with you. Wood is available to buy on site.
If it’s too wet for a campfire, the friendly owners will fire up the Rayburn in the straw bale kitchen and have boiling water ready, so you can dry off or get a morning cuppa if you want it before getting ready for a day exploring the Welsh countryside.
Nearby attractions and activities
Based a mile from where the unpolluted River Vrynwy meets the River Severn, Sychpwll is cosy in winter and normally with a good climate in summer. It’s also on a leyline, which is said to contribute to its ‘magical and calming atmosphere’, and there’s more than enough to do to keep everyone happy all year round, with those coming for walking or cycling holidays particularly spoilt for choice.
The hiking in this area gives world-class views, such as the famous Offa’s Dyke or one of the three routes to the landmark Rodney’s Pillar. Visitors can also take a stroll to the local farmers’ market or nearby Lake Vrynwy, or try their hands at one of the many activities nearby, including climbing, fishing, horse-riding and watersports. Or, for those who like to hit a ball as hard as possible, tennis is available in town and there’s a golf course within half an hour’s drive.
Taking it a bit easier, the site is between the market towns of Welshpool and Oswestry, around seven miles from each, with shopping till you drop, and there are plenty of days out at local attractions such as historic (and pink) Powis Castle and puffing along on the Welshpool to Llanfair Light Steam Railway. Culture vultures can go slightly further afield to Ludlow and Shrewsbury 13 miles away, where there are opportunities for festivals, arts events and nights on the town.
Attractions near Sychpwll Centre
Must see
- Powis Castle & Garden (9.1 miles)
- Much Wenlock Priory (22.2 miles)
- Darby Houses (Ironbridge) (23.4 miles)
National Trust
- Chirk Castle (12.9 miles)
- Attingham Park Estate: Cronkhill (15.2 miles)
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Activities near Sychpwll Centre
Breidden Hills (Rodney's Pillar) and Middletown Hill (2.0 miles) Walking
Breidden Hills (Rodney's Pillar) and Belle Eisle Farm (2.0 miles) Walking
Middletown and Moel y Golfa (3.3 miles) Walking
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48 The Dog Tour Base Camp catherinehallam (Mature couple, 1 review, 0 photos)
Liked: We booked this site due to the reviews and the dog friendly comments. I was walking from Barmouth to Wolverhampton over the course of the bank holiday weekend in May 2013 and we needed base camp. Jason was super welcoming, super friendly and we basically had the place to ourselves. Disliked: I think they were doing some helicopter practicing overhead on a few nights - in bed early for early start! Nothing that the campsite could do about it! |
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Staying in the crows nest with our dog looking over lovely views! sarah p. (Young couple, 1 review, 0 photos) Confirmed ?
Liked: I liked the fact there was plenty of space to walk the dog and roam the land especially seeing the swans on the nearby river :) Disliked: It was cold the small heater we had just wasn't enough think maybe that was the time of year aswell it would be lovely and cool in the summer months. |
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happy happy people and doggie michael_w0 (Young couple, 1 review, 1 photo) Confirmed ?
Liked: Beautiful area. Very lovely people. Perfect times. Arrived in snow with cabin to warm in then sunny day of walks and campfire food. Lovely lovely. Very recommended indeed!! Disliked: Nothing at all!! |
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Lovly campsite in a great location Samuel C. (With friends, 1 review, 0 photos) Confirmed ?
Liked: the clean and modern bathroom facilities Disliked: - |
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A great place to stay Rachel K. (Young couple, 1 review, 0 photos) Confirmed ?
Liked: We liked the personal touch that this campsite offers. We were all (including our dogs) made to feel at home from our first day and the owners checked that everything was ok during our stay. Disliked: There was not anything that we disliked about our camping trip (a part from one wet day ; )). |
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Liked: - peaceful farm vibe Disliked: - a little cut-off: you need to drive to pubs/shops |
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We were a party of 6 with 2 children one 6yrs and 12yrs. The centre was lovely. The two guys who run were very nice and welcoming nothing was too much trouble Tracey D. (With friends, 1 review, 0 photos) Confirmed ?
Liked: Everything. I would go again as the toilets were to a high standard, the showers were great, not like some you get where they just dribble out, they were nice and hot just like having a shower at home. The kids had fun running round they can't go far and it was quite safe for them to go and explore. The kids loved the horse always going to see him. Disliked: The rain but hey it's Wales |
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Amazing and fascinating place! Set miles from nowhere it’s a real retreat to sit back and relax, there are so many interesting things too see on site like the straw buildings which are amazing, its living art! A real step back in time m111cye (Family with young children, 1 review, 0 photos)
Liked: The staff and owner are really friendly and passionate about the area and are really happy too show you around the other things they have built that has turned Sychpwll into an Eco Site! Disliked: Wish i had brought my mountain bike! :( |
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Lads weekend away, very welcoming, great facilities, can't wait to go back. darren e. (Group-mostly male, 1 review, 0 photos) Confirmed ?
Liked: Everything. Disliked: Nothing. |
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Not great for young people ! danielle w. (With friends, 1 review, 0 photos) Confirmed ?
Liked: The manager, very helpful happy and welcoming Disliked: The location, if you want to be near any form of civilisation then don't go here, the shop and pub were a drive away, there would be a very long walk to anything, the local pub doesn't serve food sun-weds the nearest supermarket is over 15 miles away x |
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Brilliant week! vikki c. (Young couple, 1 review, 0 photos) Confirmed ?
Liked: Overall stay was brilliant we were here for 8 nights was nice and peacefull and as the weather was great, at night we were able to make campfires , the Staff where really friendly and welcoming, its in a good location and the facilities there were great! Disliked: Nothing |
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Amazing place, amazing time! Simon C. (Young couple, 1 review, 0 photos) Confirmed ?
Liked: The location is superb, from the second we arrived we were relaxed! Disliked: Nothing |
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Liked: Atmosphere, location, space, camp fire, facilities. Disliked: A signpost for the sight may be good to have; though the directions were sufficient. |
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Liked: We were made to feel very welcome when we arrived .The owners showed us round on arival and also the following day shared with us the buildings ,how they had ecologically been built and gave us a history of work since purchased .Everyone was friendly and didnt bother you ,just letting you wander around and explore,but very willing toshare knowledge with you if an interest was shown.On the instructions given on the website ... Disliked: Perhaps a curtain at the window over the barn may be an idea if people are staying in the barn for privacy --but it wasnt an issue . |
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Welcoming and peaceful Grant M. (Family with young children, 1 review, 0 photos) Confirmed ?
Liked: Space, Showers, Owners, View Disliked: Childrens park needs updating and repairing |
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Very Good Site DAVID L. (Mature couple, 1 review, 0 photos) Confirmed ?
Liked: Excellent Host, clean facilites. Disliked: Better signage to find Site |
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Brilliant site, lovely owners & staff - perfect! nik-kealy (With friends, 1 review, 0 photos)
Liked: This is an absolutely stunning location and has been well thought out to give the best in facilities whilst also keeping the sense of being out in the countryside. Jason and the owner were welcoming and very helpful and really have a vision for the site. Disliked: Nothing |
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Relaxed, friendly & clean grounds to pitch up for a weekend break. We stayed as a group over the Jubilee weekend and found the site perfect for what we were looking for! HAYLEY E. (With friends, 1 review, 0 photos) Confirmed ?
Liked: Warm & dry room near the pitches offering hot water throughout the day & in the morning. Space to wash pots and keep dry if there's poor weather. Disliked: Location- tricky to find but follow the directions on the website as satnav got us slightly lost! |
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Liked: My partner and I booked two nights at the centre with our two dogs. It was a good price and the staff were lovely. Unfortunately we had to cut it short and only stayed one night because our dogs would not settle in the tent. It was a great camping site though and you can pitch wherever you like. The site allows BBQ and camp fires and they don't make a big fuss over ... Disliked: The weather wasn't great as it rained but this can not be helped in the UK. Could not fault the centre. The only feedback I would give is to put up more signs to the centre as it's not an easy one to find and the Sat Nav doesnt take you to the right location. Saying that if you ring the staff they will direct you and are really helpful. |
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Secluded friendly site Theuns B. (With friends, 1 review, 0 photos) Confirmed ?
Liked: Secluded, open fire, large space for tent, cars, kazebo in your own spot with no additional cost Disliked: Road around campsite can get a bit muddy as a few cars got stuck here. |
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Liked: Everything Disliked: The rain but that's the UK. |
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Wonderful Fabz (With friends, 1 review, 0 photos)
Liked: Myself and my fellow campers thoroughly enjoyed our stay, the manager of the site was nothing but helpful and welcoming and all that was asked of us was to respect the site and our 'neighbors'. The site itself was well maintained and the shower/toilet facilities were clean and tidy. The surrounding welsh countryside was beautiful and not too far away were some lovely pubs and local shops. Disliked: The only downside was the rain - not the sites fault of course, but we shall return hopefully when the weather is better!! |
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....Excellent jevonmorancie (Young couple, 1 review, 0 photos)
Liked: Both myself & my girlfriend stayed here. The Owners were very nice & made us feel welcome from the moment we arrived. This camp site is in the middle of no where & gave the feeling of tranquillity which we loved. Disliked: Nothing! |
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Leisure on site
Bar or club house
Cycle hire
Evening entertainment
Fishing
Fitness centre
Games room
Indoor swimming pool
Kids' club
On-site restaurant/cafe
Outdoor swimming pool
Play area
TV room
Take away
Tennis
Watersports
Amenities on site
Bath available
Car parking by pitch
Disabled facilities
Drying room
Food shop
Free wifi
Ice pack freezing
Internet access
Launderette
Local produce
Parent & baby washroom
Pick-up from public transport
Public telephone
Shower available
Tents for hire
Toilet block
Washing-up area
Wifi
Utilities
Charging facilities
Chemical disposal
Gas cylinders available
Recycling available
Renewable energy
Touring and motorhomes
Seasonal pitches
Rules
Campfires allowed
Commercial vehicles allowed
Dogs allowed
Dogs allowed all year
Themes
Budget/backpacker
Gay friendly
Lake and/or mountain
Leave the car at home
Luxury
Peaceful
Remote location
Spectacular scenery
Walkers' paradise
Wildlife haven
Nearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby
Climbing nearby
Cycle hire nearby
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Golf nearby
Horse riding nearby
Indoor pool nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Outdoor pool nearby
Restaurant nearby
Tennis nearby
Watersports nearby
Groups welcome
D. of E. welcome
Family friendly
Motorcycle friendly
Rallies welcome
Single-sex groups welcome
Student groups welcome
Nearby amenities
Bar nearby
Nearby farmers' market
Public transport nearby
Shop nearby
Type
Small (11-25 pitches)
Camping 2.0
Bell tents
Pre-erected tents
Tipis, yurts, or wigwams
Ordnance Survey maps (GB and Northern Ireland only) are available at lower levels via the drop-down menu.
Nearest transport
- Coach stations
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Middletown (Powys): Breidden Hotel Coach Stop — 3.3mi
Halfway House (Shrops): Coach Stop — 4.2mi
Trewern (Powys) Bus Shelter — 4.4mi
- Train stations
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Welshpool Rail Station — 8.2mi
Gobowen Rail Station — 9.8mi
Shrewsbury Rail Station — 11.8mi
- Ferry ports
- Porth Penrhyn Ferry Landing — 43.1mi
- Airports
- Liverpool John Lennon Airport — 41.0mi
Directions
Your satnav will get you lost: please read the directions below...
The nearest train station is Shrewsbury, followed by Gobowen or Welshpool.
There is a bus service from Shrewsbury bus station with Tanat Valley Coaches. D74 service runs approx every three hours Mon-Sat. If you get off at Llandrinio bridge traffic lights the centre is about one mile from here.
There is a local taxi service in the village and if you prefer Chris' Cabs (01691 831023) will happily collect you from the train station.
Directions to Sychpwll Centre.
From London
Take the M1 and then the M6 towards Birmingham but do not join the toll section. Keep on the main M6 and then exit on the M54 towards Telford. Keep on this motorway until it becomes the A5 towards Oswestry and North Wales. After a series of roundabouts look out for the A458 to Welshpool and turn left. Continue down the A458 for a couple of miles and turn right at the B4393 towards Llandrinio and Lake Vyrnwy.
After just over 7 miles you will come to a set of traffic lights just before a hump back bridge over the River Severn. Turn right immediately after the bridge. The signpost says Haughton. The first turning on the right signs to Haimwood but keep on the main lane and after just under a mile take the second turning on the right. This narrow lane is not signed but look out for the telegraph pole. If you pass a sign on the left to Rhos Common you have just overshot the lane! Drive down the lane and follow the tarmac as it turns sharp right. At the end of the lane drive though a clump of trees and you have arrived.
Best wishes and safe journeys.
Permitted arrival time
After 2pm - please advise us when booking your anticipated arrival time and contact us should you wish to arrive earlier than 2pm.
Cancellation policy
Please let us know as soon as possible if you need to cancel your booking. Balance of payment is refundable if notified more than four weeks prior to arrival.
Please note that your deposit paid to Pitchup.com is non-refundable.
Payment of balance
For grass pitches, payment of balance is due on arrival.
For bell tent, cabin, barn or crows nest bookings, payment of balance is due four weeks prior to arrival or straight away if booked less than four weeks before arrival. The campsite will contact you for payment.
Payments are accepted via, bank transfer, or PayPal.
Cards accepted on the park
None.
Terms and conditions
Site booking terms and conditionsPlease note
Fires only in a suitable container such as a fire bowl or brazier raised off the ground to avoid scotching the ground.
Please recycle and 'Leave no Trace' on the land...Thanks
Check availability at Sychpwll Centre…
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Max. persons: 6x
A self contained studio flat with fitted kitchen and double bed settee. The Crow's Nest makes a good 'leaders lounge' for groups or provides comfortable accommodation for two.`
Max. persons: 2x
Ready pitched four-metre bell tents are equipped for your camping holiday. Our tents provide beautiful spacious accommodation and are fitted with comfortable beds, rugs and solar lighting for an easy and convenient camping break. The double bed can also be set out as two singles if needed.
Max. persons: 2x
The cabin is a one-bedroom wooden cabin on the edge of the camping field, with one double bed. The cabin benefits from central heating, fully equipped kitchen/dining area, comfortable double bed and bedding, newly fitted shower room, comfortable lounge with a private veranda and garden. The cabin makes a great ...
Max. persons: 2x
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Max. persons: unlimited
Thanks for your lovely comments. i must point out however, we don't have a children's park on site.