Dan-yr-Ogof Showcaves
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- Peaceful camping and touring site with family and adult only areas.
- All pitches are on hard standing and are fully-serviced.
- Fantastic shower and toilet block situated in the middle of the site.
Located in the Brecon Beacons National Park (Bannau Brycheiniog), this 5-star caravan park and campsite offers tourists the ideal base for exploring both Mid and South Wales! Be it the breathtaking mountain scenery of the National Park, the magnificent Gower coastline, or beautiful Waterfall Country, all are within easy driving distance.
For tents, grass pitches are available. These are non-electric as a standard, though a limited number of electric hook-ups are available at an extra cost on a 'first-come-first-served' basis only.
Fully-serviced hardstanding pitches welcome trailer tents, roof tents, campervans, caravans and motorhomes. These include 16 amp electric hook-ups, fresh water, and grey water waste. Adult only pitches are also available.
Just a stone's throw away is Dan-yr-Ogof, the National Showcaves Centre for Wales, which includes one of the largest Dinosaur Parks in the world (with over 250 life-size dinosaur models). Discover beautiful cave passageways and formations in three incredible caves, The Shire Horse Centre, Mr Morgan's Victorian Farm, play areas and much more!
For those whose holiday expectations include climbing mountains, walking behind incredible waterfalls, exploring mysterious gorges, or visiting a castle clinging to the top of a cliff, there are few better locations from which to choose.
Four-legged friends can join in the fun too, with up to two dogs permitted per pitch. There is even an outdoor wash for muddy paws or bike wheels!
In the evening, you are welcome to cook over a fire pit or BBQ, just please ensure these are always raised from the ground. Please note that campfires are not permitted anywhere on site.
Site type
25
45
45 Open now 
Tourist board rating
Languages spoken
English
Open from Sun 29 Mar to
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Features
No dogs allowed
Adults only
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
Baby-changing facilities 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
D. of E. welcome Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Rallies welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Adults only Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all year No dogs allowedThemes
Forest Lake and/or mountain Peaceful Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradiseUtilities
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
Medium (26-50 pitches)Accessibility
Bathrooms: Large spacious shower Bathrooms: Large spacious toiletNearby leisure
Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearbyTouring and motorhomes
Drainage hook-up points for tourers Water hook-up points for tourersLocation
Dan-yr-Ogof Showcaves
Abercrave
Abercraf
Powys
Wales
SA9 1GJ
Directions Timezone
Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)
GPS
51.83512°N
3.68069°W
Route directions
If travelling from the South (M4), leave the motorway at junction 45, and follow the signs for the A4067 North (Pontardawe). You will then see the brown tourist signs for Dan-yr-Ogof Showcaves. Follow these signs all the way up the valley; from the motorway the journey time is approximately 25 minutes.
If travelling from the North, head towards Brecon. From Brecon, stay on the A40, travelling in the direction of Llandovery. You should leave the A40 just before Sennybridge (a left turn), looking for the brown tourist sign for Dan-yr-Ogof Showcaves. This takes you on to the A4067; from Sennybridge the journey time is approximately 15 minutes.
If travelling from the East, head towards Hirwaun, and then take the A465 towards Glynneath. Follow this road down a long hill. At the bottom of the hill turn left (A4109), following the brown tourist sign for Dan-yr-Ogof Showcaves. At the traffic lights go straight ahead, stay on this road (for approximately 10 minutes) until you come to a ‘T’ junction and then turn right. This takes you on to the A4067; from here the journey time is approximately 5 minutes.
Nearest transport
Coach13.1 mi Railway Station
13.3 mi Bus Station
14.3 mi Bus Station
Rail11.6 mi Llangadog Rail Station
12 mi Llanwrda Rail Station
12.2 mi Llandovery Rail Station
Ferry18.6 mi Swansea Queens Dock Ferry Terminal
Airport23.1 mi Swansea 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
Dan-yr-Ogof, the National Showcaves Centre for Wales
Brecon Mountain Railway
Henrhyd Waterfall
Waterfall Country
Cantref Adventure Farm
Brecon Beacons National Park
Swansea
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
| Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aberafan | 17.7 mi | Estuary | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
| Swansea Bay | 19.5 mi | Estuary | Good | Good | N/A | Good |
| Bracelet Bay | 22.5 mi | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Limeslade Bay | 22.7 mi | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Langland Bay | 23.2 mi | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
National Showcaves of Wales 0.5 mi
Penderyn Distillery Visitor Centre 8.4 mi
Aberdulais Falls 11.5 mi
Carreg Cennen Castle 12.3 mi
Brecon Mountain Railway 13.8 mi
National Trust
Aberdulais Falls 11.6 mi
Aberdeunant 13.9 mi
Dolaucothi Gold Mines 18.6 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Tafarn-y-Garreg - Fan Hir - Fan Brycheiniog 0.5 mi
Fan Foel - Bannau Sir Gaer - Llyn y Fan Fach 5.3 mi
Ystradfellte and Cwm Porth 5.7 mi
Ystradfellte and the Nedd Valley 5.7 mi
Porth-yr-ogof, Nedd and Mellte Waterfalls 5.9 mi
Local events
- Green Man Festival (Thursday, 20 August 2026 – Thursday, 20 August 2026)
Crickhowell, Powys 21.6 mi
- The Hay Festival (Thursday, 21 May 2026 – Thursday, 21 May 2026)
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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 Dan-yr-Ogof Showcaves have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Dan-yr-Ogof Showcaves dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Dan-yr-Ogof Showcaves? Dan-yr-Ogof, the National Showcaves Centre for Wales Brecon Mountain Railway Henrhyd Waterfall Waterfall Country Cantref Adventure Farm Brecon Beacons National Park Swansea Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Dan-yr-Ogof Showcaves?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: 10 a.m. – 10 p.m. Depart by: 1 p.m.