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General
- Semi-wild site on the edge of the Brecon Beacons National Park
- Central Hay-on-Wye 15 minutes' walk away; Hereford 25 minutes by car
- Small-scale site with ample space; well-behaved dogs welcome
It's a small, simple site, but Gypsy Castle Camping ticks an awful lot of boxes. Firstly, it's on the outskirts of the brilliant Powys town of Hay-on-Wye. And then there's the fact that it's in the Brecon Beacons National Park, a short stroll away from refreshing River Wye scenery. Given the above, it's clear how this prime patch could be just the job for those on the hunt for self-sustained breaks.
In need of some holiday reading? In Hay-on-Wye's bookshop-lined streets you'll be able to pick up material on pretty much every conceivable subject. In town, there are also pubs, restaurants and a nice number of independent shops. The Warren, a gorgeous common on the Wye, is a few minutes' walk away.
In keeping with its peaceful farmland surrounds, the facilities at Gypsy Castle Camping are kept to a minimum: there's a hot shower in a converted horsebox, a couple of portaloos (with toilet roll provided), some washing-up sinks and that's pretty much it. While it's not the place for posh pampered holidays, it has to be said that there's something deeply satisfying about waking up surrounded by wildlife and views of the Black Mountains…
Well-behaved dogs can be brought here, but please keep them on a lead and properly supervised – there's livestock about. When questions about site etiquette or the local area come up, just ask the manager who drops by to touch base at regular intervals.
Site type
Languages spoken
✓ English
Please note
The site does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
Twin axle vehicles are not permitted on site.
Your dog must be tattooed or microchipped.
Protective masks must be worn at all times in common areas.
Owing to government regulations, groups of 6 or more people are not permitted.
Bookings must not consist of more than 1 different households.
Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.
There are no bins onsite: all rubbish will need to be taken home with you.
No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
Minimum spacing of 10 metres between pitches.
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Max. persons: 4 x
One Motorhome or Campervan or Trailer tent or Tent allowed per pitch
Pitch size : unlimited
Ground type: Grass
Bring a gazebo
Max. persons: 4 x
One Motorhome or Campervan or Trailer tent or Tent allowed per pitch
Pitch size : unlimited
Ground type: Grass
Reviews
Friendly host. Good pitch. Walk to Hay. Need own shelter.
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Quiet, friendly, spacious. It hasn't got all the facilities in …
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Facilities clean Colin was very helpful. Definitely camp there again
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Highly Recommend staying. No negative experiences
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Great site. River access a big bonus. Lovely owner.
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From the manager...
Semi wild ,on the info it says PORTALOOS and Take your rubbish home sloped pitches your choice 4 person per pitch £5.00 per person I think good value |
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Lovely warm showers and friendly host! :)
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From the manager...
When I can get the digger we will scrap the gateway put promise Colin |
Features
Coronavirus
Capacity reduced to increase social distancing
Check-in: self check-in (unattended)
Disinfectant sprays and wipes provided
Masks/gloves available
No cash accepted on site
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
Car parking by pitch/unit
Composting toilet
Disabled facilities
Dog park
Drying room
Food shop
Free wifi
Ice pack freezing
Internet access
Launderette
Parent & baby washroom
Pick-up from public transport
Portaloo
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
Dogs allowed all year
Utilities
Charging facilities
Chemical disposal
Electric car charging point(s)
Gas cylinders available
Recycling available
Renewable energy
Nearby amenities
Bar nearby
Dog walk nearby
Public transport nearby
Shop nearby
Type
Medium (26-50 pitches)
Pop-up campsite
Nearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby
Cycle hire nearby
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Horse riding nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Sailing nearby
Tennis nearby
Location
Nearest transport
- Coach stations
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Interchange
— 13.4 miles
Telephone Exchange — 14.3 miles
Bus Station — 18.1 miles
- Train stations
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Builth Road Rail Station
— 13.9 miles
Cilmeri Rail Station — 14.5 miles
Llandrindod Rail Station — 15.6 miles
- Ferry ports
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Newport (S Wales) Ferry Terminal
— 35.6 miles
- Airports
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Gloucestershire Airport
— 43.8 miles
Local attractions
To fully take advantage of being so close to the Wye, you'll want to spend a generous portion of your holiday messing about by, in or on the water. Local coarse fishing opportunities are a five-minute drive away, while those looking to expend a bit more energy can head to Celtic Canoes (five minutes) to rent a riverworthy craft.
Other, bigger bodies of water like Llangorse Lake (20 minutes) are also worth scouting out, particularly if you're into hiking – the lake and its surrounding villages have some of the loveliest walks around. If there's demand for further outdoor action, you can easily make the trip to Black Mountain Activities (10 minutes), where a range of land and water-based options are yours for the choosing.
While 100% Welsh holidays certainly have appeal, travellers planning on staying here a bit longer might also like to look at what's over the border in England. The top three highlights? It's a tough call, but Neolithic Arthur's Stone (15 minutes), Hereford's Cider Museum (25 minutes) and Hampton Court Castle (45 minutes) are all strong contenders.
Must see
- Blaenavon Ironworks (20.4 miles)
- Big Pit: National Coal Museum (20.7 miles)
- Blaenavon World Heritage Centre & Tourist Information Centre (20.7 miles)
National Trust
- Cwmmau Farmhouse (6.6 miles)
- The Weir (13.7 miles)
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Policies
Permitted arrival/departure time
| Camping and touring | ||
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| Arrive: | 3 p.m. – | 8 p.m. |
| Depart by: | 12 p.m. | |
Gypsy Castle Camping cancellation policy
No refunds within 1 week of arrival date.
Bookings cannot be amended within 1 day(s) of arrival.
No refunds/discounts for inclement weather, late arrivals or early departures.
If you need to cancel or amend your booking, please give as much notice as possible so that someone else has the chance to book. You may wish to buy holiday insurance for cancellations and for your property/injury whilst away.
Please note that your deposit is paid to Pitchup.com and is non-refundable.
Payment
Deposit transferable during COVID-19. Gypsy Castle Camping will debit the balance from your card 1 week before arrival, or if the arrival date is sooner than 1 week then the balance will be taken immediately.
Deposit transferable during COVID-19. Cancellations due to COVID-19 for bookings made before 1 March 2022, can transfer deposits to a future stay booked within 3 months of your arrival date. Read more.You can also opt to pay the full amount at the time of your booking.
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Terms and conditions
Site booking terms and conditions- Does Gypsy Castle Camping have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Gypsy Castle Camping dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Gypsy Castle Camping? To fully take advantage of being so close to the Wye, you'll want to spend a generous portion of your holiday messing about by, in or on the water. Local coarse fishing … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Gypsy Castle Camping?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: 3 p.m. – 8 p.m. Depart by: 12 p.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Gypsy Castle Camping? From £20 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party. Check prices and availability
Thanks for your review ,just to clarify there is no footpath from our river bank to Hay u have to go through the new houses to the Warren then in to hay . People have gone in to hay from the end of our river bank frontage but their is no official right of way hope that makes it clear for future guests Colin Thomson