Pont Seren Retreat
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Add your business details- Bell tent at a pop-up glamping site in the Garw Valley
- Margam Country Park and several beaches within 20 minutes' drive
- Tent sleeping up to six, with barbecue and firepit provided
Make your way to Pont Seren Retreat and a warm Welsh welcome awaits… this pop-up glamping site just outside Llangeinor in the Garw Valley is run by lifelong friends Charlotte and Carly, who are finally bringing to life their ambition to host guests in the gorgeous South Wales countryside.
A lot of thought and effort has gone into the setup here, and it shows… you’ll be staying in a bell tent that’s been set up in lots of open space, with a barbecue, firepit, outdoor seating and firewood provided to help you make the most of your alfresco time and the views of the towering hills that surround the place.
Lots of handy bits and pieces are supplied here – the tent sleeps up to six, with beds made up ahead of your arrival, and towels are in place too. A kettle, a cool box and a cooker complete the practical side of things, and it’s all been made extra cosy with rugs, cushions, bean bags, lamps and the like. A private shower and toilet are close to the tent.
As there’s so much provided here you can afford to pack relatively lightly – but it’s still worth noting that there is a short uphill walk to the tent from the car park (a backpack is the easiest way to deal with this).
As well as being well equipped, this is a handy base for exploring the area, with plenty of options around for walking, cycling and nature spotting, a main road close by for further-flung outings and a couple of pubs within a mile if you fancy an evening drink.
Site type
1Languages spoken
English
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Features
No dogs allowed
Portable toilet
Pop-up campsite
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 Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed No dogs allowedThemes
Lake and/or mountain Peaceful Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradiseUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available No drinkable water point Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearby Shop nearbyType
Pop-up campsite Tiny (1-10 pitches)Nearby leisure
Climbing nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Tennis nearbyLocation
Pont Seren Retreat
Heol Dewi Sant
Bridgend
Glamorgan
Wales
CF32 8SU
Directions Timezone
Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)
GPS
51.57842°N
3.57119°W
Nearest transport
Coach3.2 mi Sarn Odeon
9.3 mi Bus Station
10.8 mi Bus Station
Rail2.4 mi Tondu Rail Station
2.9 mi Sarn Rail Station
3.3 mi Garth (Bridgend) Rail Station
Ferry15.5 mi Swansea Queens Dock Ferry Terminal
17.8 mi Barry Waterfront Ferry Terminal
17.9 mi Cardiff Castle Waterbus Stop
Airport16 mi Cardiff International Airport
21.5 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
This location is a great one for adventure-seeking families and couples looking for a rural retreat – and there’s plenty around to keep both sorts of guests happy. For many, the outings start with walks among the greenery at Bryngarw Country Park (five minutes’ drive), bike rides on the cycle trail that passes the site or a trip to Margam Country Park (20 minutes) for strolls, a narrow gauge railway and a Go Ape adventure course.
For more family activities you might like to include a trip to see the animals at Wiggleys Fun Farm (10 minutes), a day at the beach in Porthcawl (20 minutes) or swimming, bowling and laser games at Trecco Bay (20 minutes).
Also down towards the coast are the chance to scramble through huge sand dunes at Merthyr Mawr, go horse riding on the beach in Ogmore-by-Sea or hop across the stepping stones in the river by the ruins of Ogmore Castle (all 25 minutes).
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
| Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trecco Bay Porthcawl | 8.5 mi | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Sandy Bay Porthcawl | 8.7 mi | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Rest Bay Porthcawl | 9 mi | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Southerndown | 9.2 mi | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Aberafan | 10.6 mi | Estuary | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Aberdulais Falls 11.3 mi
Penderyn Distillery Visitor Centre 13 mi
Castell Coch 14.1 mi
St Fagans: National History Museum 14.3 mi
Caerphilly Castle 15 mi
National Trust
Aberdulais Falls 11.3 mi
Holnicote Estate 25.8 mi
Watersmeet 26.5 mi
Aberdeunant 27.9 mi
Dunster Working Watermill 28 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Treherbert to Aberdare 6.7 mi
Abercregan - Coed Morgannwg Way - Pontrhydyfen 6.8 mi
Abercregan - Glyncorrwg - Abercregan 6.8 mi
Ogmore Down - Dunraven Bay - St Bride's Major 7 mi
Ogmore - Candleston - Merthyr Mawr 7 mi
Local events
- Green Man Festival (Thursday 14 August 2025 – Thursday 14 August 2025)
Crickhowell, Powys 26.1 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 Pont Seren Retreat have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Pont Seren Retreat dog friendly? No View all features
- What attractions are near Pont Seren Retreat? This location is a great one for adventure-seeking families and couples looking for a rural retreat – and there’s plenty around to keep both sorts of guests happy. For many, the outings … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Pont Seren Retreat?
Read moreOn-site accommodation Arrive: 2 p.m. – 7 p.m. Depart by: 10 a.m.