When can I check in and check out of Cwmsoar Camping?

RV, travel trailer and tent sites Arrive: 2 p.m. – 8 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. Read more

How much does it cost to stay at Cwmsoar Camping?

From $25.19 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.

Cwmsoar Camping

From £20 For 1 night, 2 adults Last booked 4 hours ago 9.4 128 reviews

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Orchard pitches (added by manager 14 apr 2023)

Camping field (added by manager 27 aug 2021)

Llandegfedd reservoir (added by manager 27 aug 2021)

Wild camping field surrounded by woodland between Usk and Pontypool
A 20-minute drive to Raglan Castle, and 40 minutes to Tintern Abbey
A 10-minute walk to Llandegfedd Reservoir for watersports and fishing

A small and dog-friendly pop-up site in Monmouthshire countryside near Pontypool, Cwmsoar Camping has well-maintained, spacious field and orchard pitches on a working farm surrounded by ancient woodlands. Quiet and rural it might be, but it’s also close to the lovely old village of Usk (10 minutes’ drive), with its fab – and handy – selection of pubs and takeaways to keep you fed and watered. As this is wild camping, facilities are few – mains water, portable toilets and a toilet-emptying station. For those going down the self-catering route on their break, barbecues and firepits are allowed on site and you can pick up goodies in Usk’s convenience stores too. Alternatively, you can try your luck in New Inn, a mile away, which has shops and places to eat. This peaceful spot is within easy distance of Llandegfedd Reservoir (10 minutes’ walk), where you can soon be out on the water for wild swimming, paddleboarding and canoeing adventures. Not brought your gear? No worries, simply hire boards and boats from Llandegfedd Visitor & Watersports Centre (10 minutes’ drive). For more sedate pleasures, the lake is a hopping place for fly fishing for trout from the bankside, and you can follow a circular walk along the water’s edge through quiet woodland or enjoy a short stroll with the kids through fields.

Campground type

Open all year

Please note

This park has no on-site shower facilities.

Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
The park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Breed-specific legislation (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
Guests are advised to bring a good quality flashlight with them as parts of the park are unlit.
There are no garbage cans onsite: all garbage will need to be taken home with you.
Please note that the toilet facilities are unisex.
There is no reception building on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.

Languages spoken

English

Campsite types & availability

Primitive grass RV campsite

6 people maximum

Ground type: Grass

Site size: Min 6.0m width x 8.0m depth (19.7ft width x 26.2ft depth) Calculated area: 48.0m² (516.7ft²)

6 people maximum

One RV or Class B motorhome allowed per site

Additional units require additional sites - quick book via 'Make another booking like this' after making your booking.

Site size

Min 6.0m width x 8.0m depth (19.7ft width x 26.2ft depth) Calculated area: 48.0m² (516.7ft²)

Ground type

Grass

Twin-axle vehicles not accepted

Suitable for

RV, Class B motorhome

Features

Bring an awning 1 included, 1 max.

Car 1 included, 1 max.

Car parking by site/unit

Dump station

Extras

Bring a gazebo (1 max)		£5 (£5) per night
Bring a pup tent (1 max)		£5 (£5) per night
Dog (2 max)		£3 (£3) per night
Extra car (1 max)		£5 (£5) per night

You will be able to choose extras on the booking page.

Arrival days

From £20 (£20) 1 night, 2 adults

View prices & book

Primitive grass tent or trailer tent campsite

6 people maximum

Ground type: Grass

Site size: Max 6.0m width x 8.0m depth (19.7ft width x 26.2ft depth) Calculated area: 48.0m² (516.7ft²)

6 people maximum

One Tent or Trailer tent allowed per site

Additional units require additional sites - quick book via 'Make another booking like this' after making your booking.

Site size

Max 6.0m width x 8.0m depth (19.7ft width x 26.2ft depth) Calculated area: 48.0m² (516.7ft²)

Ground type

Grass

Suitable for

Tent, Trailer tent

Features

Bring an awning 1 included, 1 max.

Car 1 included, 2 max.

Car parking by site/unit

Extras

Bring a gazebo (1 max)		£5 (£5) per night
Bring a pup tent (1 max)		£5 (£5) per night
Dog (2 max)		£3 (£3) per night
Extra car (1 max)		£5 (£5) per night

You will be able to choose extras on the booking page.

Arrival days

From £20 (£20) 1 night, 2 adults

View prices & book

Reviews

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Only showing reviews for the last 30 months.

Very nice setting and good access to walks. Very basic facilities as…

Overall	10/10
Location	8
Value for money	8
Accommodation	8
Facilities / Activities	4
Customer service	8
Child friendliness	8
Cleanliness	8
Wifi	2

Anonymous May 2024

Primitive grass tent or trailer tent campsite

Liked: Very nice setting and good access to walks. Very basic facilities as described but fine for a short stay. Friendly host and not overcrowded.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Fantastic little place very well kept highly recommend.…

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	10

Dean C. May 2024

Primitive grass tent or trailer tent campsite

Liked: Fantastic little place very well kept highly recommend.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Lovely basic site, friendly, quiet green location

Overall	8/10
Location	8
Value for money	6
Accommodation	8
Facilities / Activities	4
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	6
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	2

Jennifer M. May 2024

Primitive grass RV campsite

Liked: Lovely location hidden away in a country lane. Small green field with the sound of a babbling brook close to Llandegfedd lake. Friendly owners. Info sheet provided with details of local pubs, takeaways and other useful facilities and points of interest. Basic facilities only. Loos very clean

Disliked: Would be helpful to have a sink area for washing up, the one in our van is tiny. The portaloos although clean and fresh use nasty chemicals, would prefer an eco friendly solution. A shower would be a lovely addition.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Clean facilities, very easy to find and peaceful surroundings. Woke up to…

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	8
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	No rating
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	No rating

Flora J. May 2024

Primitive grass RV campsite

Liked: Clean facilities, very easy to find and peaceful surroundings. Woke up to the most beautiful birdsong chorus and had a very relaxing stay. We arrived quite late and despite the grass pitches being waterlogged, we were still able to be accommodated last minute. A lovely stay!

Disliked: No shower facilities but this didn’t bother us as we were only staying for the evening.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Quiet spot, friendly host…

Overall	8/10
Location	6
Value for money	8
Accommodation	8
Facilities / Activities	6
Customer service	8
Child friendliness	No rating
Cleanliness	No rating
Wifi	No rating

Rebecca S. Oct 2023

Primitive grass RV campsite

Liked: Quiet spot, friendly host

Recommend to friends Visit again

A really nice wild camping site.

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	8
Accommodation	8
Facilities / Activities	8
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	4

stephen B. Sep 2023

Primitive grass RV campsite

Liked: Location and site were perfect for wild camping, having toilets on site a bonus. There was a small stream that ran down the west side of the site and the walks were stunning. Our hosts were extremely helpful and friendly, small town of New Inn 30 minutes walk away with a local pub and a gastro pub. The reservoir was just a short walk from the site with some spectacular scenery.

Disliked: Access to the site was 1 mile down a country lane for the motorhome, it could do with a few more wider passing points, having said that it is easier to navigate if you approach from the east section of the lane coming from New Inn.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Good space Hosts we lovely…

Overall	8/10
Location	8
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	6
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	6
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	2

Anonymous Sep 2023

Primitive grass RV campsite

Liked: Good space Hosts we lovely

Recommend to friends Visit again

Lovely remote site, simple, well looked after.

Overall	10/10
Location	8
Value for money	6
Accommodation	8
Facilities / Activities	6
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	2

Anonymous Sep 2023

Primitive grass tent or trailer tent campsite

Liked: Well looked after site, lovely area, quiet, simple, basic facilities but accurate description. Relaxed atmosphere and we were left to just get on with our camping. Good surrounding countryside.

Disliked: Slight slope in camping field, but difficult to change that.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Excellent stay will come again

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	8
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	8
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	2

Cassie S. Sep 2023

Primitive grass RV campsite

Liked: Was a great stay, toilet were so clean, lady was very welcoming.

Disliked: Wi-Fi was an issue and signal

Recommend to friends Visit again

Portaloo was spotless with plenty of toilet roll *****

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	8
Accommodation	No rating
Facilities / Activities	No rating
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	No rating
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	No rating

Karen B. Sep 2023

Primitive grass RV campsite

Liked: Lovely lady owner, who couldn’t be more helpful. We were booked for two nights but only stayed one as we were at a wedding in Usk and stayed in the car park in town. Flat’ish spot

Disliked: Thought there would be a toilet block but maybe didn’t read the description properly. Not that we were worry really as we are self contained.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Features

Portable toilet

Dogs allowed

Campfires allowed

Leisure on park

Bar or club house

Cycle hire

Evening entertainment

Fishing

Fitness centre

Indoor swimming pool

Kids' club

On-site restaurant/cafe

Outdoor swimming pool

Playground

Recreation room/arcade

TV room

Takeout

Tennis

Watersports

Amenities on park

Bath available

Car parking by site/unit

Composting toilet

Disabled facilities

Dog park

Drying room

Free wifi

Grocery store

Ice pack freezing

Internet access

Laundromat

Parent & baby washroom

Payphone

Pick-up from public transport

Portable toilet

Pub toilets

Restrooms

Shower available

Washing-up area

Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly

Motorcycle friendly

Single-sex groups welcome

Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue grills allowed

Barbecue provided

Campfires allowed

Commercial vehicles allowed

Dogs allowed

Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Budget/backpacker

Hikers’ paradise

Lake and/or mountain

Peaceful

Spectacular scenery

Wild camping

Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities

Dump station

Electric car charging point(s)

No hot water

Propane/gas cylinders available

Recycling available

Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby

Dog walk nearby

Type

Farm

Small (11-25 sites)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby

Climbing nearby

Cycling nearby

Fishing nearby

Golf nearby

Indoor pool nearby

Mountain biking nearby

Restaurant nearby

Sailing nearby

Watersports nearby

Touring and motorhomes

Motorhome service point

Seasonal sites

Location

Cwmsoar Camping

Cwmsoar

Glascoed

Pontypool

Monmouthshire

Wales

NP4 0TX

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)

GPS

51.70154°N
-2.98442°W

Nearest transport

Bus

2.3 mi Town Hall

3.4 mi Trussel Road

7.8 mi Queensway Q1

Rail

1.3 mi Pontypool & New Inn Rail Station

3.4 mi Cwmbran Rail Station

6.5 mi Llanhilleth Rail Station

Ferry

9.5 mi Newport (S Wales) Ferry Terminal

17.4 mi Portishead Pier

17.5 mi Cardiff Castle Waterbus Stop

Airport

24.7 mi Bristol International Airport

25.9 mi Cardiff International Airport

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

Local attractions

You’re never short of an ancient building in this corner of Wales; start off a day off castle-bagging at Usk (10 minutes’ drive) where medieval ruins border landscaped gardens, or head for Raglan, once a mighty defence castle and now open for self-guided tours. Moated Caerphilly Castle (35 minutes) has a trail of underground passages to explore, and if you haven’t had your fill of history by now, try glorious Tintern Abbey (40 minutes) for a stroll among peaceful ruins. If you’d rather be yomping than mugging up on history, there are plenty of challenging hikes in the Brecon Beacons National Park (15 minutes) or stroll to Symonds Yat Rock in the Wye Valley Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (40 minutes). The whole area is full of places to get out for a great walk or bike ride, and there's dry slope skiing in Pontypool too. If the kids are behaving, treat them to subterranean mine tours at Big Pit National Coal Museum (20 minutes), and if you all fancy a big city day out, Cardiff (45 minutes) hits the spot with rip-roaring RIB cruises around the bay and international musicals at Wales Millennium Centre.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name	Distance	Type	2020	2019	2018	2017
Clevedon Beach	18.9 mi	Estuary	N/A	Good	Good	Good
Weston-Super-Mare Sand Bay	23.3 mi	Estuary	N/A	N/A	Good	Good
Jackson'S Bay Barry Island	24.6 mi	Sea	N/A	Good	N/A	Good
Weston Main	24.9 mi	Estuary	Poor	N/A	Poor	N/A
Whitmore Bay Barry Island	25 mi	Sea	Good	Excellent	Good	Excellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Caerleon Roman Fortress & Baths 6.5 mi

Blaenavon World Heritage Centre & Tourist Information Centre 6.5 mi

Blaenavon Ironworks 6.9 mi

Big Pit: National Coal Museum 7.1 mi

Raglan Castle 7.5 mi

National Trust

The Kymin 14.7 mi

Skenfrith Castle 14.8 mi

Clevedon Court 19.3 mi

Blaise Hamlet 20.1 mi

Westbury College Gatehouse 21.2 mi

Cycle routes

Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.

Other

Eastern Car Park - Circuit of Llandegfedd Reservoir - Eastern Car Park 1.5 mi

Sor Brook Car Park - Llandegfedd Reservoir - Coed y Paen - The Forest - Sor Brook CP 1.9 mi

Goytre Hall Wood - Goytre Wharf - Goytre Hall Wood 3.3 mi

Usk - Conigar Walk - Cwm Cayo - Usk Castle - Usk 3.4 mi

Usk - Bettws Newydd - Chain Bridge - Usk Valley Walk - Usk 3.5 mi

Local events

Green Man Festival (Thursday, August 15, 2024 – Thursday, August 15, 2024)
Crickhowell, Wales 14.1 mi
Bristol International Balloon Fiesta (Thursday, August 8, 2024 – Thursday, August 8, 2024)
Bristol, England 22.4 mi
The Hay Festival (Thursday, May 23, 2024 – Thursday, May 23, 2024)
Hay-on-Wye, England 26.4 mi

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

Policies

Booking terms and conditions

Admission

Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.

Arrivals and departures

Late arrivals must notify the park as soon as possible. Your booking will be held for 24 hours. After this period the management reserves the right to relet your unit.
No refunds/discounts for inclement weather, late arrivals or early departures.
Units will be allocated on arrival.

Dogs

Dogs must be kept on leashes and supervised at all times.
Guide dogs are allowed on site free of charge.
The park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Breed-specific legislation (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).

Extras

Motorcycle(s) can be brought instead of the car(s) included.

General

In the event of a complaint, please speak to reception immediately. Complaints which are not brought to the management's attention during your stay cannot be dealt with once you have left the site.
Please note that the toilet facilities are unisex.
Quiet hours must be respected between 11 p.m. and 6 a.m..
Radio, music and TV players must be kept at a low volume. Car doors and trunks must be closed quietly.
The management reserves the right to deny access or terminate the stay of those guests whose behavior is deemed unsuitable. No refunds will be offered.
There are no garbage cans onsite: all garbage will need to be taken home with you.
This park has no on-site shower facilities.

Reception

There is no reception building on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.

Safety

Barbecues are permitted but must be raised off the ground and attended by an adult at all times.
Firearms are not permitted.
Guests are advised to bring a good quality flashlight with them as parts of the park are unlit.
Open fires are prohibited.
Please do not touch or feed the animals.

Vehicles

Only one car is to be parked at the site. Extra vehicles must be parked in the designated area.
The car is only included in the rate if you are traveling with a camper, trailer tent or tent. Cars are not permitted when traveling with a motorhome/RV.

Payment terms

Nearest campgrounds

Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable campgrounds.

Does Cwmsoar Camping have a swimming pool? No View all features
Is Cwmsoar Camping dog friendly? Yes View all features
What attractions are near Cwmsoar Camping? You’re never short of an ancient building in this corner of Wales; start off a day off castle-bagging at Usk (10 minutes’ drive) where medieval ruins border landscaped gardens, or head for … Read more
When can I check in and check out of Cwmsoar Camping?

RV, travel trailer and tent sites

Arrive: 2 p.m. – 8 p.m.

Depart by: 11 a.m.

Read more
How much does it cost to stay at Cwmsoar Camping? From $25.19 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.