Brynmawr Retreat
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- Adults-only geodesic dome stays at a Powys hillside location
- Montgomery Canal walks five minutes' drive; 35 minutes to Lake Vyrnwy
- Private outdoor space with bath, sofa, barbecue and firepit
High up on a hilltop about two miles from the village of Llanymynech, the geodesic domes at Brynmawr Retreat have fabulous views across the Powys countryside and over to the neighbouring Shropshire hills.
The views alone might be enough to entice you to this peaceful little adults-only site, but there’s more… because the owners of this place have designed everything to help you make the most of the setting and the fresh air. Each dome has its own outdoor space, with a table and chairs for your morning coffees, a comfy sofa for sunset drinks and a wonderful outdoor bath for a gorgeous soak under star-filled skies. There’s also a barbecue and firepit for alfresco cooking and keeping warm.
Keeping warm inside the dome is also an option, as it’s got a woodburning stove with firewood provided. A double bed, sofa and kitchen area are also in the dome, and there’s a flush toilet just outside; showers are a little walk away, with towels provided.
This spot makes a wonderful base for exploring the area, perhaps checking out Oswestry and Shrewsbury, taking walks at Lake Vyrnwy and along the Offa’s Dyke Path or visiting attractions like Powis Castle and British Ironwork Centre. Closer to home, Llanymynech has pubs and takeaways for those days when you don’t fancy cooking.
Site type
4Open all year
Guests under the age of 18 are not allowed on site.
Languages spoken
English
14 
Adults only
Wifi at the unit/pitch
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Features
No dogs allowed
Adults only
Campfires 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 WatersportsAmenities 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 WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Adults only Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed No dogs allowed No pets allowedThemes
Luxury PeacefulUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearby Shop nearbyType
Tiny (1-10 pitches)Accessibility
Uneven terrain; gravel or loose mudNearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearbyLocation
Brynmawr Retreat
Laburnum House
Brynmawr
Llanymynech
Powys
Wales
SY22 6PQ
Directions Timezone
Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)
GPS
52.7629°N
3.10857°W
Route directions
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Nearest transport
Coach5 mi Criggion Lane
5 mi Trewern Bus Shelter
5 mi Breidden Hotel
Rail7.4 mi Welshpool Rail Station
9.5 mi Gobowen Rail Station
11.9 mi Chirk Rail Station
Ferry
AirportPlease 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
Inspired by the views from the site? There are some great walks and bike rides in the area, including trails that take you along the banks of the Montgomery Canal or on the Offa’s Dyke Path (both of which pass through Llanymynech (five minutes’ drive). Lake Vyrnwy (35 minutes) is another place that’s wonderful for walkers, or you could head to Pistyll Rhaeadr waterfall (also 35 minutes).
As for manmade attractions, the towering Pontcysyllte Aqueduct (40 minutes) may well take top billing, but you should also consider outings to National Trust - Powis Castle and Garden (25 minutes), Chirk Castle (35 minutes) and the wonderful metallic creations at the British Ironwork Centre (20 minutes).
For urban wanders, the local towns of Welshpool (15 minutes) and Oswestry (20 minutes) are good bets – you may be able to ride the Cambrian Heritage Railway from the latter. Shrewsbury (35 minutes) is another option, with a castle and an abbey in the centre and Wroxeter Roman City and Attingham Park close by.
Must see
Powis Castle & Garden 8 mi
Much Wenlock Priory 25.7 mi
Stokesay Castle 25.8 mi
Darby Houses (Ironbridge) 27 mi
Blists Hill Victorian Town 27.2 mi
National Trust
Chirk Castle 11.9 mi
Attingham Park Estate: Cronkhill 18.8 mi
Carding Mill Valley and the Shropshire Hills 19.2 mi
Attingham Park 19.3 mi
Wilderhope Manor 24.3 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Breidden Hills (Rodney's Pillar) and Middletown Hill 3.6 mi
Breidden Hills (Rodney's Pillar) and Belle Eisle Farm 3.6 mi
Middletown and Moel y Golfa 5 mi
Oswestry Old Racecourse 7.2 mi
PRADOE 7.4 mi
Local events
- Shrewsbury Folk Festival (Friday, 28 August 2026 – Friday, 28 August 2026)
Shrewsbury, Shropshire 14.8 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 Brynmawr Retreat have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Brynmawr Retreat dog friendly? No View all features
- What attractions are near Brynmawr Retreat? Inspired by the views from the site? There are some great walks and bike rides in the area, including trails that take you along the banks of the Montgomery Canal or on … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Brynmawr Retreat?
Read moreOn-site accommodation Arrive: 3 p.m. – 8 p.m. Depart by: 10 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Brynmawr Retreat? From £145 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.