Open Fire Camping
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- Peaceful, spacious site in the Brecon Beacons National Park
- Within walking distance of two pubs
- Stunning trail from the site to a waterfall with wild swimming
Site type
20
1Admission
Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
Dogs
- 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).
Languages spoken
English
Welsh
Pitch types & availability
Wifi at the unit/pitch
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Reviews
99% would recommend this site to a friend
97% would stay here again
What customers say
This small, peaceful campsite offers stunning views and a friendly welcome from the hosts. Facilities, including showers and toilets, are consistently described as clean and well-maintained, though some guests found the showers compact. Pitches are varied, with options for seclusion and pleasant views. The location is ideal for exploring local walks, waterfalls, and pubs. Campfires are popular. Some guests noted limited phone signal and occasional noise from farm animals.
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Lovely and peaceful with stunning views.…
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Liked Lovely and peaceful with stunning views.
We took the scenic route to walk to local waterfall, highly recommend.
Liked the wooden shelter to wash up, charge phones, shelter from the rain.
Disliked Nothing
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Liked lovely facilities, eveything you needed, eveyone was super friendly and helpful!
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Stunning location, very helpful host and…
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Liked Stunning location, very helpful host and has everything you need
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A really warm welcome and friendly…
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Liked A really warm welcome and friendly atmosphere. The back drop and location for me was perfect for a short get away, and only 40 minutes from home. Me and my four legged friend loved our stay thank you so much we will be back.
Disliked Nothing a good site and friendly hosts.
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Everything was as expected! A lovely…
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Liked Everything was as expected! A lovely quiet site and perfect for exploring the area. Would definitely return.
Disliked Nothing to dislike
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Very clean site, extremely friendly owners,…
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Liked Very clean site, extremely friendly owners, beautiful views
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Stunning location even in peak summer…
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Liked Stunning location even in peak summer there was still some privacy with pitch space noise from other campers does travel quite easily if weather is still however at night had no issues with hearing anyone else due to lovely valley noise do get some road noise tho but it’s minor
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Great stay…
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Liked Great stay
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Great people, lovely site, rustic enough…
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Liked Great people, lovely site, rustic enough it felt like camping, but enough amenities it felt like home.
Disliked There was a wasps nest!
Obviously this isn't the fault of the campsite, and the way they handled it reinforced my view I was in kind capable hands.
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Friendly, relaxed host, fridge, WiFi, clean…
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Liked Friendly, relaxed host, fridge, WiFi, clean toilets and shower (no coin required) , clear os map display and attractions orientated. I would recommend the campsite to anyone I know.
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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 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
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Budget/backpacker Forest Gastronomic delight Lake and/or mountain Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wild camping Wildlife havenUtilities
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
Farm Small (11-25 pitches)Nearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Surf school nearby Watersports nearbyLocation
Open Fire Camping
The Rhongyr Isaf Centre
Pen-y-cae
Powys
Wales
SA9 1GB
Directions Timezone
Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)
GPS
51.81815°N
3.67057°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
Food and drink
- The Rheolau Arms 2.8 mi
- Merlin's Cafe Bar 4.7 mi
- Sgwd Gwladys 5.4 mi
- The Clock Works 5.6 mi
- The Aubrey 5.7 mi
- Tiffin 5.7 mi
- KFC 5.8 mi
Groceries
- Family Shopper 5.4 mi
- Co-op Food 5.4 mi
- Tesco 5.6 mi
- SPAR 5.9 mi
Parks and play
- Craig-y-nos Country Park 0.8 mi
- Teenage Play Park Playground 4.3 mi
- Gorsedd Park 4.8 mi
- Diamond Park 5 mi
- Ynysdawley Playing Fields Playground 5 mi
- Glynneath Welfare Park 5.3 mi
- Alltygrug park 6 mi
- King Field Ystradowen park 6.2 mi
Family days out
- Craig-y-Nos Castle 0.8 mi
- Visitors' Centre 0.9 mi
- Dan-Yr-Ogof Showcaves 1.1 mi
- Henrhyd Falls 1.7 mi
- Dulais Valley Quads 5 mi
- Ynyscedwyn Ironworks 5.3 mi
- Dinas Rock 5.7 mi
- Bwa Maen 5.8 mi
Public transport
- Pen-y-cae, Tyrysgol Penwyllt Turn 0.3 mi
- Pen-y-cae Inn 0.6 mi
- Glyntawe, Craig-y-Nos Country Park 0.8 mi
- Glyntawe, National Show Caves for Wales 1 mi
- Ynyswen, Post Office 1.2 mi
- Glyntawe, Field Study Centre 1.3 mi
- Ynyswen, St David's Church 1.5 mi
- Abercrave Inn 1.9 mi
- Abercrave, Pant-y-cwrt 2.1 mi
- Abercrave, Bryn Seion 2.1 mi
What’s nearby
- Brynhenllys Fishery Fishing 5.3 mi
- Glynneath Golf Club Golf course 5.4 mi
- Palleg Golf Course 5.6 mi
Local services
- Continental Service Station Fuel station 3.4 mi
- St John Ambulance - Not manned 24/7 Hospital 3.8 mi
- Rhos Filling Station Fuel station 4.8 mi
- Ystradgynlais Community Hospital 5.4 mi
- Esso Fuel station 5.4 mi
- Vale of Neath Pharmacy 5.5 mi
- Vale of Neath Surgery Doctors 5.6 mi
- Tesco Fuel station 5.7 mi
- Texaco Fuel station 5.7 mi
- Euro Garages Neath Service Station Fuel station 5.8 mi
Must see
National Showcaves of Wales 0.9 mi
Penderyn Distillery Visitor Centre 7.4 mi
Aberdulais Falls 10.6 mi
Carreg Cennen Castle 12.8 mi
Brecon Mountain Railway 13.2 mi
National Trust
Aberdulais Falls 10.7 mi
Aberdeunant 14.7 mi
Dolaucothi Gold Mines 19.7 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 1.6 mi
Ystradfellte and Cwm Porth 5 mi
Ystradfellte and the Nedd Valley 5 mi
Porth-yr-ogof, Nedd and Mellte Waterfalls 5.1 mi
Waterfall Circuit 5.1 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 Open Fire Camping have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Open Fire Camping dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Open Fire Camping? Getting out into the national park is a doddle – get your boots on for the hour-long hike to Henrhyd Waterfall, perhaps, or climb the Cribarth hill (Sleeping Giant) which overlooks the … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Open Fire Camping?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: 11 a.m. – 8 p.m. Depart by: 10 a.m. On-site accommodation Arrive: 2 p.m. – 8 p.m. Depart by: 10:30 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Open Fire Camping? From £15 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.