Cwm Wye Camping

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  • Small peaceful site at a Powys working sheep farm
  • A 10-minute drive to Builth Wells and Royal Welsh Showground
  • Close to River Wye and Wye Valley Walk; firepit with wood supplied
Why is the location of Cwm Wye Camping such an excellent one? Well, it’s flanked by a mature oak wood for shade, privacy and general wildlife-rich surroundings, and – as the name suggests – it’s very close to the banks of the River Wye, making it a good base for those tackling the Wye Valley Walk or just hoping for riverside rambles… With the Epynt Way and Elan Valley close by too, a stay on this Powys working sheep farm should hold plenty of attractions for countryside visitors – but it’s also a convenient spot, with both Newbridge on Wye and Builth Wells within a 10-minute drive for those times when you need a shop, a pub or a takeaway. The Royal Welsh Showground is about 10 minutes’ drive away as well, making this a handy base for those attending events over there. Pitches at this small site are fairly simple in style, but have access to a good clutch of facilities including a washing-up area, an LPG-heated shower and a couple of compost toilets. There’s also a seating area with a firepit where you can catch up with your fellow guests, swap tips and keep warm (a wood store is provided for guests to use free of charge, so you won’t need to lug your own along). Cwm Wye Camping is a member of the Greener Camping Club, so if you’re already a member don’t forget to tick the correct box on your booking to get your discount (and you can add membership too if you’d like to sign up for more eco-friendly adventures…)

Site type

Motorhome pitches 3
Tent pitches 5
Rent a tent 1
Open now
Opens 1 May
Please note
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Thu, 1 May to

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Reviews

9.8

Overall rating from 34 Pitchup.com customers

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97% would recommend this site to a friend

97% would stay here again

What customers say

Cwm Wye offers a peaceful, secluded 'wild camping' experience with ample space between pitches. Visitors praise the eco-friendly approach, well-maintained facilities including hot showers and spotless compost toilets, and the welcoming, helpful owners. The site is ideal for nature lovers, with beautiful woodland, river access for paddling or walking, and thoughtful touches like fire pits and wheelbarrows. While described as basic, the facilities are highly rated. Some mention minor slopes and limited signage, but overall sentiment is overwhelmingly positive, with many intending to return.

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Great spot, great host, great facilities.…

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Matthew O.

Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked Great spot, great host, great facilities.

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Nice views, close to the river,…

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Anonymous

Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked Nice views, close to the river, Spacious pitches. Good communal area with open facilities, free firewood

Disliked Lack of sink or other washing facility rather than one sink for the whole campsite. Long waiting times just to wash your hands. Showers next to each other, lack of privacy

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From the manager: I’m sorry you felt this way about our site 😢
This is only our 3rd season so we are adding things to our campsite every year and the plan is to add an extra sink for next year as we have become more busy. Our showers are designed so you don’t feel in a normal concrete shower block that you get to experience showering in the woodland but we do understand that this might feel not so private so we will look into adding something there without taking away the experience so many other people love. Thank you for you’re review 😊

We had a fantastic time here,…

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Anonymous

Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked We had a fantastic time here, the camp site is stunning and super quiet. The hosts are very accommodating and friendly too, with great suggestions! We had a sunset swim down by the river which was our holiday highlight, will definitely come again!

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thank you for you’re kind review , we look forward to welcoming you back 😊

Ideale camping voor rustzoekers, natuurliefhebbers, wandelaars!…

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Herman v.

Non-electric grass campervan pitch

Liked Ideale camping voor rustzoekers, natuurliefhebbers, wandelaars! Mooi terrein midden in de natuur, vlakbij de rivier de Wye met schitterend wandelpad ernaast, erg vriendelijke eigenaresse, prima faciliteiten, slechts 10 kampeerplekken

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From the manager: Thank you for you’re kind review 😊

Thankyou for a lovely stay.

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Claire O.

Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked Liked everything! We had the place to ourselves. Flat pitch with grass left to grow tall around. Quiet. Warm shower and the compost loo even smelt nice! Kids like the swings, hammock and fire pit. Lovely host, welcoming and friendly.

Disliked Nothing

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From the manager: Thank you for you’re kind review 😊

This campsite is well taken care…

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Anonymous

Non-electric grass campervan pitch

Liked This campsite is well taken care off. The setup is very spacious and has a nice atmosphere. We loved the warm shower, the compost toilet and the walk by the river. The host is very friendly and welcoming.

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From the manager: Thank you for you’re kind review, it was lovely to meet you both 😊

Excellent quiet site. Clean, welcoming, simple but not basic!

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Cerianne G.

Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked The site is so peaceful & tranquil, time stands still. Cym Wye is the perfect antidote to a very stressful life, surrounded by Mother Nature in all her wonderful glory. The warmest of welcomes from the owner, who always has time to chat & suggest places to visit or things to do. Eco friendly in every way, but in no way does this compromise facilities or cleanliness, spotless compost toilets & hot showers tucked away in the woods. Surrounded by the woods, the river, the sheep & clean, fresh Welsh air, you could ask for nothing more from Cym Wye. The owners have thought of everything, from solar lights in the woods lighting the paths, to wheelbarrows to move your tent etc from car to pitch, to a fire pit for cooking under the trees. Sshhhh, don’t tell anyone incase it gets busy!😘

Disliked Having to leave! 😥

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From the manager: Thank you for this lovely review ☺️ we are so glad you enjoyed you’re stay and it was so lovely chatting with you and you are more than welcome to come back when ever you feel like it.

Amazing campsite, plenty of space between…

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Christine J.

Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked Amazing campsite, plenty of space between pitches, great facilities and play area of the children.

Disliked Nothing

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From the manager: Thank you for you’re kind review, we are glad you enjoy you’re stay with us 😊

Lovely campsite so peaceful with everything…

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Anonymous

Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked Lovely campsite so peaceful with everything that you need

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thank you for you’re kind review 😊

The location was perfect with perfect…

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Iwan D.

Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked The location was perfect with perfect views of the surrounding mountains and valleys. The owner was fantastic and completely lovely who was willing to help whenever it was needed. The toilets were clean and did not have any smells. The showers were nice hot and powerful. I would heartily recommend it to any camper.

Disliked Nothing to dislike.

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From the manager: Thank you for you’re kind review 😊

Features

No dogs allowed

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 Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed No dogs allowed No pets allowed

Themes

Peaceful Wild camping

Utilities

Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby

Type

Farm Tiny (1-10 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Indoor pool nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby

Location

Cwm Wye Camping

Dol Irfon

Llanfihangel Brynpabuan

Builth Wells

Powys

Wales

LD2 3SF

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)

GPS

52.18362°N
3.46876°W

Nearest transport

Coach
16.4 mi Black Lion Hotel
16.5 mi Post Office
16.7 mi Interchange
Rail
2 mi Builth Road Rail Station
2.3 mi Cilmeri Rail Station
4.3 mi Garth (Powys) Rail Station

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

Even if you’re not tackling the full 136-mile length of the Wye Valley Walk, your walking boots are likely to be in for a good workout around here. You could, of course, just choose a section of the long-distance path to wander along, or you could take a gentle stroll around Cors y Llyn National Nature Reserve (10 minutes’ drive). The Elan Valley (25 minutes) makes a great destination for a day or two of walking – it’s got about 70 square miles of gorgeous countryside to wander through, with lakes and dams to focus on, and lots of wildlife to spot. Stop by at the Red Kite Feeding Station in Rhayader (20 minutes) en route to have a closer encounter with these fabulous birds. Perhaps a wild swim too? Head to FARMERS' Welsh Lavender Ltd (25 minutes) for that, and a café. For other days out nearby, see what’s on at the Royal Welsh Showground (10 minutes), take a wander around the streets of Victorian-era Llandrindod Wells (15 minutes), perhaps stopping in at the National Cycle Museum, or keep the kids busy with a trip to the pool in Builth Wells or some indoor play time at Quackers (both 10 minutes).

Must see

Dolaucothi Gold Mines - National Trust 22.6 mi

National Showcaves of Wales 26.2 mi

Brecon Mountain Railway 27.1 mi

Penderyn Distillery Visitor Centre 29 mi

National Trust

Cwmmau Farmhouse 17.2 mi

Dolaucothi Gold Mines 22.7 mi

The Weir 28.5 mi

Croft Castle and Parkland 28.8 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

Llandrindod Wells - Shaky Bridge - llandrindod Wells 5.5 mi

CARNGAFALLT (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 30/11/1990) 6.7 mi

Aberedw - Rhyscog - River Edw - Aberedw 6.9 mi

Aberedw -Llewelyn's Cave - Aberedw Rocks - Erwood Craft Centre 7 mi

Nantmel - Bwlch Mawr - Nantmel 7.3 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.

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Cwm Wye Camping have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Cwm Wye Camping dog friendly? No View all features
  • What attractions are near Cwm Wye Camping? Even if you’re not tackling the full 136-mile length of the Wye Valley Walk, your walking boots are likely to be in for a good workout around here. You could, of course, … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Cwm Wye Camping?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  3 p.m. –  8 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
    On-site accommodation
    Arrive:  3 p.m. –  8 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Cwm Wye Camping? From £30 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.