Lower Porthamel Camping
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- Family-friendly farm site in the Brecon Beacons National Park
- Orchard stays five minutes' drive from Talgarth
- On the edge of a river; tap room on site with craft beer and cider
Site type
1
30
Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.- The site does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. XL Bully, Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
- Group bookings of 6 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
- No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- A charge of £1.00 applies for the use of the shower.
- No cars/motorbikes by the pitch/unit. All cars must be parked in the designated area.
- The bar is open between 01/03 and 01/10.
- If making a fire, the fuel, logs and coal have to be purchased on site.
- Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
- There are no bins onsite: all rubbish will need to be taken home with you.
Languages spoken
English
French
Spanish
Welsh
Open from Fri, 28 Feb to
Pitch types & availability
Non-electric grass tent pitch
2 people maximum Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Unlimited
Arrival daysFrom £18
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Non-electric grass tent pitch (large)
6 people maximum Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Unlimited
Arrival daysFrom £18
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Non-electric grass tent pitch (medium)
4 people maximum Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Unlimited
Arrival daysFrom £18
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Reviews
100% would recommend this site to a friend
96% would stay here again
What customers say
This beautiful orchard campsite offers a peaceful and relaxed atmosphere, praised for its friendly and helpful owners. Facilities, including toilets and showers, are consistently described as clean and well-maintained. Guests appreciate the car-free orchard pitches, providing a safe space for children to play. The on-site tap room, serving local ciders and beers, is a popular bonus. The location is ideal for exploring the Brecon Beacons. Some minor points mentioned include occasional pitch unevenness and the need for more bins.
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Beautiful setting, relaxed and quiet place, essentials to hand
Non-electric grass tent pitch (large)
Liked Lovely quiet camping spot. The pitches are well spread between the apple trees and the site is so pretty. The camp was full but it was so peaceful. There's a bar on site with apple juice made at the farm and lagers etc. We had a few and went back to our pitch for a bbq. Its set in just the right place, not far from shops and a 15/20 minute drive to Brecon town if you wanted to venture out.
There are toilets, showers,communal fridges, a pizza oven and charging outlets to use. Perfect mix between beautiful outdoor camping and having the essentials on hand to make your stay easy and comfortable.
The host was lovely and the whole place has a relaxed easy going vibe.
I was a bit worried about trekking from the car park to the pitch with all of our stuff but im glad we couldn't have cars in the orchard as it would have spoilt it. There are wheelbarrows for you to bring everything from the carpark over and its a minutes walk anyway. I cant wait to come back again.
Disliked No dislikes
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Great pitches and facilities and excellent taproom on site
Non-electric grass tent pitch (medium)
Liked We loved the location of the camp site (15 minutes drive from Hay On Wye, and easy access to the rest of the Brecon Beacons). Each plot felt very secluded amongst the apple trees, with plenty of room for our 6 man tent, and a little table and chairs set up around the fire pit provided by the site.
I’d recommend camping whilst the taproom is open on Friday and Saturday. The ciders and beers on offer were incredible, and the charcuterie boards went down a treat. Shower toilet and wash up facilities were great, and while we did not use it, the covered area with the fridge, freezer, and charging ports was used by many of the other campers and seemed to be a good space.
The owners were very helpful throughout our stay. We enjoyed our stay so much we stayed an additional night and will definitely be returning.
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A really lovely, peaceful laid back site
Non-electric grass tent pitch (large)
Liked Beautiful Orchard camping, no vehicles, friendly and helpful hosts, superb tap room, great location for exploring, hot water, fridge and freezer available.
Disliked Nothing!
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Unique site worth a visit.
Non-electric grass tent pitch (large)
Liked Peaceful location, beautiful area,lovely
orchard to camp in. Liked the use of the fridge and freezer plus the sockets to charge phones etc.
Booked for one night and enjoyed it so much we stayed another night.
Near shops, takeaway and pub.
Disliked Could have had a clear path to river and more info of walks around area
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Great location, host and facilities. Dawn chorus completed our stay
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked Lovely setting in the orchard. It really felt quite unique and part of a working farm too. The cider and cheese board provided by our host Adrian was just great. Thanks for a lovely time for Dad and Daughter.
Disliked Nothing!!!
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We had a lovely stay & would come back.
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked The solitude of the site. The staff were very friendly & helpful. The toilet facilities were clean & adequate for our needs. The free use of the barbeque & the firepits were great.
Disliked Clearer directions to the camp site & information about where to pitch for late arrivals would be useful. Access to food preparation area would also have been useful.
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Peaceful and Convenient Stop After Hiking in the Brecon Beacons.
Non-electric grass tent pitch (medium)
Liked After a long and tiring day hiking in the Brecon Beacons, Lower Porthamel Camping was the perfect place to rest for the night. The site is peaceful, quiet, and felt very safe—just what I needed after a full day outdoors.
All the essential facilities were available, including clean shower rooms, and secure parking. One thing that really stood out was how clean the entire campsite was. Visitors are expected to manage their own rubbish, which encourages everyone to keep the space tidy and respectful—something I really appreciated.
Overall, it’s a well-maintained, no-fuss campsite that I’d definitely recommend to anyone exploring the area.
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Beautiful location amongst the apple trees, with basic, but clean and…
Non-electric grass tent pitch (large)
Liked Beautiful location amongst the apple trees, with basic, but clean and well maintained, facilities. Loved the tap room, serving artisinal ciders and beers made at the farm. Also the cheese and charcuterie boards served in the tap room are fantastic.
Fire pits, logs and kindling are available to allow you to finish your day, gazing into the flames.
Disliked There is nothing to dislike in my opinion.
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Lovely spot, great pitches, delicious cider and beer and lots and lots…
Non-electric grass tent pitch (medium)
Liked Lovely spot, great pitches, delicious cider and beer and lots and lots of wonderful birds and unusual birdsong!
Disliked Sadly, the paper in all of the toilets ran out on Sunday morning.
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Beautiful campsite with big pitches well spaced apart with apple trees in…
Non-electric grass tent pitch (large)
Liked Beautiful campsite with big pitches well spaced apart with apple trees in between to give a sense of privacy. Perfect for our children to explore and run around safely. Facilities are really clean and the onsite tap room is the cherry on top. Also loved the nature walk.
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Features
Dogs allowed
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 Local produce Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Picnic table Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
D. of E. welcome Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Budget/backpacker Gastronomic delight Lake and/or mountain Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wild camping Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Communal fridge Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Public transport nearby Shop nearbyType
Farm Medium (26-50 pitches)Nearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Watersports nearbyLocation
Lower Porthamel Camping
Brecon
Talgarth
Powys
Wales
LD3 0DL
Directions Timezone
Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)
GPS
52.01314°N
3.22101°W
Nearest transport
Coach
Rail
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
Must see
Brecon Mountain Railway 16.1 mi
Blaenavon Ironworks 17.3 mi
Big Pit: National Coal Museum 17.4 mi
Blaenavon World Heritage Centre & Tourist Information Centre 17.6 mi
Penderyn Distillery Visitor Centre 21.4 mi
National Trust
Cwmmau Farmhouse 11.7 mi
The Weir 17.6 mi
Skenfrith Castle 20.4 mi
Croft Castle and Parkland 25.6 mi
The Kymin 26.7 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Talgarth - Park Wood - Ffostyll - Talgarth 1.4 mi
Llyswen - Wye Valley Walk - Mynydd Fforest - Brechfa Pool 2.7 mi
Pengenffordd - Pwll y Wrack - Pengenffordd 3.4 mi
Pengenffordd - Mynydd Troed - Pengenffordd 3.7 mi
Pengenffordd - Castell Dinas - Y Grib - Waun Fach 3.8 mi
Local events
- Green Man Festival (Thursday 14 August 2025 – Thursday 14 August 2025)
Crickhowell, Powys 10.3 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.
Nearest sites
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Lower Porthamel Camping have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Lower Porthamel Camping dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Lower Porthamel Camping? Walks, walks and more walks, adventure sports, splendid scenery, the Black Mountains, the Brecon Beacons National Park and the bookish town of Hay-on-Wye are the main attractions in this part of Welsh … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Lower Porthamel Camping?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: 12 p.m. – Anytime Depart by: 11:30 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Lower Porthamel Camping? From £18 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.