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Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch

No availability on our site
Max. persons unlimited

Pitch size

Max 7m width × 7m depth (49m²)

Ground type

Grass

0 rooms

Suitable for

Roof tent, Campervan, Motorhome, Tent, Trailer tent

Twin-axle vehicles not accepted

One Roof tent or Campervan or Motorhome or Tent or Trailer tent allowed per pitch

Features

Bring a gazebo 1 included, 1 max.
Bring an awning 1 included, 1 max.
Bring a pup tent 1 included, 1 max.
Car 2 included, 2 max.
Dog(s) allowed 1 included, 1 max.
Car parking by pitch/unit

Reviews 9.5/10 35 reviews

Basic, peaceful site with lovely views

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10 out of 10
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Wifi
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louise c. 2 reviews

Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch

Liked Stayed in our campervan on a busy bank holiday weekend but the site wasn't over-crowded. This is a basic site but that's what we like. Choose your own pitch. The friendly owner directed us to the bottom of the site when I asked for a quiet spot. This was perfect for us. Plenty of portaloos for the number of people on site which were kept clean. Quiet site with lovely views.

Disliked Nothing.

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From the manager: Thank you for your lovely comments Colin 😊

Great views, quiet location. No frills…

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10 out of 10
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Anonymous

Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch

Liked Great views, quiet location. No frills facilities kept clean and well maintained

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Many thanks for your positive comments Colin 😀

Great campsite close to the river…

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10 out of 10
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Jo O. 1 review

Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch

Liked Great campsite close to the river and town centre . Colin is great very helpful , gave us recommendations for places to eat and things to do - basic amenities but very clean - will definitely go back

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thank you for your lovely comments and the positive feedback Colin 😀 😊

Great facilities, clean portals, wash sink…

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10 out of 10
Location
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Value for money
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Customer service
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Child friendliness
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Wifi
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Kylie T. 12 reviews

Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch

Liked Great facilities, clean portals, wash sink ran on mains and shower in horse trailer works brilliant. Colin was great host gave me a run down of camp and the town nearby

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thank you for your lovely comments very much appreciated 👏 💐 Colin

Already working on planning a return trip.

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10 out of 10
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Value for money
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Facilities / Activities
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Customer service
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Child friendliness
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Cleanliness
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Wifi
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Nicola K. 3 reviews

Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch

Liked Quiet location.

Beautiful Views.

Easy walking distance both to The Warren and Town.

Clean Facilities.

The owner (Colin) couldn't have been more helpful. He was a mine of local information and when we had trouble with our stove he turned up with a spare one and a tank of propane for us to borrow for the duration of our stay.

Disliked Absolutely nothing

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thank you for your lovely comments a pleasure to have on site for the weekend Colin 😀

Great for a short break

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8 out of 10
Location
 9
Value for money
 8
Facilities / Activities
 4
Customer service
 9
Child friendliness
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Cleanliness
 8
Wifi
 8
 Julie M. 2 reviews

Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch

Liked Quiet, right by river, lovely scenery, spacious pitch, easy walk to town.

Disliked Facilities are basic, portaloos and only two showers plus outside cold water sinks.

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From the manager: Thank you for your comments the web site does state basic facilities we r only a 28 day pop up campsite in 23 weeks time the sheep will be back on there for the winter Colin

Fabulous site. Everything you need.

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10 out of 10
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Value for money
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Facilities / Activities
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Customer service
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Child friendliness
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Cleanliness
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Wifi
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Lucie b. 1 review

Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch

Liked Great location. Walking distance into the centre for amenities. Lovely field with nice views. Cheap and cheerful - showers lovely and warm, loos and drinking water. Colin was very friendly and helpful. Loved my stay- thank you

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thank you for your positive comments glad you enjoyed your stay 😊 🙂 Colin

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Gypsy Castle Camping

No availability at present on Pitchup.com 9.2 89 reviews
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Close to major cycle routes
River Wye
River Wye
In the pretty Powys countryside
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9.2

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Peaceful

97% would recommend this site to a friend

94% would stay here again

What customers say

This is a basic, peaceful campsite with beautiful views, located a short walk from Hay-on-Wye and the river. Reviewers praise the friendly and helpful owner, Colin. Facilities include clean portaloos and hot showers in converted horseboxes, though some noted washing-up sinks only have cold water. Some guests found the price high for the basic facilities. Rubbish disposal can be unclear.

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Great location, easy walk into town…

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Sarah H. 1 review

Electric optional grass tent or motorhome pitch

Liked Great location, easy walk into town

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thank you for your positive comments Colin 😀

Basic, peaceful site with lovely views

Overall

10 out of 10
Location
 10
Value for money
 10
Facilities / Activities
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Customer service
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Child friendliness
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Cleanliness
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Wifi
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louise c. 2 reviews

Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch

Liked Stayed in our campervan on a busy bank holiday weekend but the site wasn't over-crowded. This is a basic site but that's what we like. Choose your own pitch. The friendly owner directed us to the bottom of the site when I asked for a quiet spot. This was perfect for us. Plenty of portaloos for the number of people on site which were kept clean. Quiet site with lovely views.

Disliked Nothing.

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thank you for your lovely comments Colin 😊

Basic, honest, does what it says on the tin.

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8 out of 10
Location
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Value for money
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Facilities / Activities
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Customer service
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Child friendliness
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Cleanliness
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Wifi
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 Lisa E. 28 reviews

Electric optional grass tent or motorhome pitch

Liked Friendly welcome. Great location. Fabulous views.
It’s a field with portaloos! But can’t fault it. 15 mins walk into Hay. Beautiful walks down by the river and over to the Warren. Colin was there to welcome us and tell us where to and where not to go. It’s at the top of a hill so drainage for our big heavy van wasn’t a problem after a few days rain. The loos were kept spotless. If you’re looking for an all singing all dancing mod cons site then don’t go here. If you’re happy with the basics, amazing views, peace and quiet and a massive selection of really good pubs (and bookshops 😉) within a short stroll then give it a try. I’m glad we did 👍

Disliked People parking too close! You’ve got the whole field. Why do you need to come so close? £24 for electric seemed steep?

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From the manager: Thank you for your positive comments Colin 😀

great communication by the owner stunning scenery and…

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Terri D. 5 reviews

Electric optional grass tent or motorhome pitch

Liked great communication by the owner
stunning scenery
and close to town

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From the manager: Thank you for your lovely comments Colin 😊

Great location and friendly owner.…

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Dawn C. 2 reviews

Electric optional grass tent or motorhome pitch

Liked Great location and friendly owner.

Disliked No shelter plus lack of hot water for washing up

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From the manager: Thank you for your comments hot water can be obtained from the nearby shower it is a grazing /hay field for the rest of the year so trees not really wanted sorry Colin 😐

Friendly host, with lots of useful…

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Andy G. 5 reviews

Electric optional grass tent or motorhome pitch

Liked Friendly host, with lots of useful information about Hay on Wye (mainly Pub based, lol), and walking beside the river Wye, which is really beautiful.
The site is very uncomplicated, literally a field with hook up points, just how we like it. And the cleanest portaloos I've ever seen. Really quiet, no lights or noise pollution at night, so a great night sleep.
Thanks for the stay

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From the manager: Thank you for your lovely comments and positive feedback Colin 😀

Basic amenities, great location, superb value.

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10 out of 10
Location
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Value for money
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Facilities / Activities
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Customer service
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Child friendliness
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Cleanliness
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Wifi
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Neil H. 15 reviews

Electric optional grass tent or motorhome pitch

Liked Budget site, so close to Hay-on-Wye it’s amazing. Open field, electric and water, portaloos and a horse box shower.
Beautiful town. Beautiful swimming in the Wye and site is just a short walk from pubs & shops. Perfect.
Good communication from Colin and a visit and a chat too.

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From the manager: Thank you for your lovely comments 😊 Colin

Very good value for money, Clive was exceptional and there if needed.

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Customer service
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Wifi
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 cheryl S. 1 review

Electric optional grass tent or motorhome pitch

Liked Place was ideal, basic but clean and ideal location

Disliked Nothing

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thank you for your lovely comments and positive feedback Colin 😀 😊

Absolutely fantastic site. Great location, great…

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Customer service
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Wifi
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Graeme M. 2 reviews

Electric optional grass tent or motorhome pitch

Liked Absolutely fantastic site. Great location, great facilities, love the horsebox showers.

Colin was super friendly and came round to check everything was ok and asked if anything I needed.

Great price, would absolutely stay there again.

Disliked Nothing

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thank you for your lovely comments and positive feedback Colin 😀 😊

Absolutely fantastic site and location,What a…

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10 out of 10
Location
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Value for money
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Facilities / Activities
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Customer service
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Child friendliness
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Nigel B. 38 reviews

Electric optional grass tent or motorhome pitch

Liked Absolutely fantastic site and location,What a smashing fella Colin is that owns/runs it very informative and just a decent person.the village is a short walk away and well worth a visit can recommend this site 10/10

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From the manager: Thank you for your very generous review Colin 😊 ☺️

Features

Portable toilet

Pop-up campsite

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 Car parking by pitch/unit 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 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

Pop-up campsite Small (11-25 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Horse riding nearby Mountain biking nearby Sailing nearby Tennis nearby

Location

Gypsy Castle Camping

Gypsy Castle Lane

Hay-on-Wye

Powys

Wales

HR3 5PW

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)

GPS

52.06963°N
3.14255°W

Nearest transport

Coach
13.4 mi Interchange
14.3 mi Telephone Exchange
18.1 mi Bus Station
Rail
13.9 mi Builth Road Rail Station
14.5 mi Cilmeri Rail Station
15.6 mi Llandrindod 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

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.
(within 6.2 mi)
Castle, Aquarium, Theme park and Zoo (within 10 mi)

Food and drink

  • The Swan At Hay Pub 0.6 mi
  • Blue Boar Pub 0.7 mi
  • Red Indigo Restaurant 0.7 mi
  • Rose & Crown Pub 0.8 mi
  • Kilvert's Pub 0.8 mi
  • Three Tuns Pub 0.8 mi
  • Tomatitos Restaurant 0.8 mi
  • Chapters Restaurant 0.8 mi
  • The Famous Old Black Lion Pub 0.9 mi
  • Baskerville Arms Pub 1.3 mi

Groceries

  • Hay Distillery Off-licence 0.8 mi
  • Co-op Food Supermarket 1.1 mi
  • Co-op Food Supermarket 6.2 mi

Parks and play

  • Site of Hay Festival 0.2 mi
  • Brook Street Secret Walled Garden 0.9 mi
  • The Pound Field 3.8 mi

Family days out

  • Hay Castle 0.8 mi
  • Broad Street Clocktower Visitor attraction 0.8 mi
  • Llanthomas Castle Mound 1.1 mi
  • Llanthomas Castle Mound 1.1 mi
  • Cusop Castle 1.3 mi
  • Llowes Castle Tump 1.8 mi
  • Clifford Castle 2.9 mi
  • Tregoyd Mountain Riders Visitor attraction 4.2 mi
  • Bryngwyn Riding Centre Visitor attraction 5.2 mi
  • Bronllys Castle 6.2 mi
  • Moccas Castle 8.2 mi
  • Small Breeds Farm Park Zoo 9.3 mi

Public transport

  • Hay Fire Station 0.4 mi
  • Hay-on-Wye Fire Station 0.4 mi
  • Hay-on-Wye Hay Castle 0.7 mi
  • Hay Castle 0.8 mi
  • Lower Mead 1 mi
  • Little Ffordd-Fawr 1.1 mi
  • Nantyglasdwr Lane 1.2 mi
  • Radnor Arms 1.6 mi
  • Opp. Radnor Arms 1.6 mi
  • Upper Moor Lodge 2 mi

Other nearby

  • Country Supplies General shop 0.7 mi
  • The Stables General shop 0.7 mi
  • Summerhill Golf Club Golf course 1.8 mi
  • Rhosgoch Golf & Leisure Club Golf course 4 mi

Local services

  • Hay on Wye Medical Centre Hospital 0.7 mi
  • Note Machine Cashpoint 0.7 mi
  • R M Jones Pharmacy 0.8 mi
  • Valero Fuel station 1.1 mi
  • Gulf Fuel station 2.8 mi
  • Whitney Garage Fuel station 4.7 mi
  • Asda Express Fuel station 5.8 mi
  • Oil4Wales Fuel station 6.1 mi
  • Talgarth Medical Centre Doctors 6.2 mi

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Must see

Blaenavon Ironworks 20.4 mi

Big Pit: National Coal Museum 20.7 mi

Blaenavon World Heritage Centre & Tourist Information Centre 20.7 mi

Brecon Mountain Railway 21.1 mi

Raglan Castle 24.2 mi

National Trust

Cwmmau Farmhouse 6.6 mi

The Weir 13.7 mi

Skenfrith Castle 19.8 mi

Croft Castle and Parkland 20.5 mi

The Kymin 26.4 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

Hay on Wye - Offa's Dyke Path - Penhenallt - Hay Common - Hay 0n Wye 0.8 mi

St Mary's Church - Cusop Dingle - New Forest Farm 1.3 mi

Cusop - New House Wood - Cusop Dingle - Cusop 1.4 mi

Stone Circle - Hay Bluff - Black Hill - Monnow Valley Walk - Stone Circle 3.1 mi

Near Ffynnon Gynydd - The Begwns - near Ffynnon Gynydd 3.7 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 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?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  3 p.m. –  8 p.m.
    Depart by:  12 p.m.
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