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General
- Small tents-only site opposite Pen-Y-Fan Country Park
- A 15-minute drive from Sirhowy Valley Walk; 25 minutes to the Big Pit
- Play field on site; 10 minutes' drive from Blackwood town centre
In the South Wales Valleys, things like castles, country parks, coal mines (and of course, valleys) are never too far off. Among those splendid sloping landscapes is Fferm Gelli Camping, a family-run and Welsh-themed micro campsite fab for families looking for a quiet break.
This small site is part of a Welsh farm with horses, chickens, goats and a sheep. The owners live on site and they’re fans of dogs, which is why your four-legged friend is also welcome to come and stay. With a seating area, user-friendly wet room and a children’s play field, families and dog owners should feel right at home.
Equipment hire is also available at the site for things like tents, firepits and airbeds. Outside of the site, though, things are just as splendid… a few minutes' walk will get you to the local Pen-Y-Fan Pond, a green space that hosts activities such as trout fishing, canoeing and stand-up paddleboarding.
Blackwood town centre is just 10 minutes’ drive away for supermarkets, a cinema, leisure centre, takeaways and a golf course. If you'd also like to try horse riding, there’s an equestrian centre 10 minutes’ drive away.
Of course, this location is within reach of many more cool locations, including multiple castles within 25 to 45 minutes’ drive of the site. There are lots of mountain biking trails around too, such as Tirpentwys Mountain Bike Trails 15 minutes’ drive away. Cardiff, the Welsh capital, is 45 minutes’ drive to the south and the Brecon Beacons National Park is 10 miles to the north for all things outdoorsy.
Open from 01/03/2024 to 07/10/2024
Site type
Languages spoken
✓ English
Please note
Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
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) and/or any of the following: Staffordshire bull terrier, American Staffordshire terrier, Rottweiler, any Mastiff or Tosa.
Single-sex bookings of 3 or more people (couples and immediate family members excepted) are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
Facilities/activities including Animal interactions are subject to extra charges payable on arrival.
The site caters for families (immediate members) and couples only - bookings from all other forms of groups are not accepted.
Reception is unmanned after 4 p.m.. Please inform the site while on your way there should you expect to arrive after this time, so that the team can provide information about your unit/pitch.
A cable measuring at least 10 metres is needed for the electric hook-ups.
Guests must bring their own duvets, pillows, sheets and towels when staying in rental accommodation. You will not be allowed to stay if you do not bring these items.
Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the site are unlit.
No naked flames are allowed inside the hired accommodation units.
Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
If reception is closed on arrival: please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.
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Max. persons: 6 x
One Tent allowed per pitch
Pitch size: Max 4.0m width x 6.0m depth (13.1ft width x 19.7ft depth) Calculated area: 24.0m² (258.3ft²)
Ground type: Grass
Car
Max. persons: 6 x
One Tent allowed per pitch
Pitch size: Max 5.0m width x 5.0m depth (16.4ft width x 16.4ft depth) Calculated area: 25.0m² (269.1ft²)
Ground type: Grass
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Features
Coronavirus
Activities/entertainment run in smaller groups
Capacity reduced to increase social distancing
Deep cleaning of accommodation units between guests
Extra spacing in seated areas
Meal delivery to unit/pitch/outdoor seated area
More frequent emptying of bins
Shared spaces: daily deep cleaning
Leisure on site
Bar or club house
Cycle hire
Evening entertainment
Fishing
Fitness centre
Games room
Indoor swimming pool
Kids' club
On-site cafe
On-site restaurant/cafe
Outdoor swimming pool
Play area
TV room
Take away
Tennis
Watersports
Amenities on site
Baby-changing facilities
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
Portable toilet
Pub toilets
Public telephone
Shower available
Toilet block
Washing-up area
Wifi
Groups welcome
D. of E. 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
Themes
Budget/backpacker
Peaceful
Wild camping
Utilities
Charging facilities
Chemical disposal
Electric car charging point(s)
Gas cylinders available
No hot water
Recycling available
Renewable energy
Nearby amenities
Bar nearby
Dog walk nearby
Public transport nearby
Shop nearby
Type
Farm
Small (11-25 pitches)
Nearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Golf nearby
Horse riding nearby
Indoor pool nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Restaurant nearby
Location
Nearest transport
- Coach stations
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Town Hall
— 5.1 miles
Inner Bypass — 6.1 miles
Trussel Road — 6.5 miles
- Train stations
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Llanhilleth Rail Station
— 0.9 miles
Newbridge Rail Station — 2.3 miles
Gilfach Fargoed Rail Station — 3.1 miles
- Ferry ports
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Newport (S Wales) Ferry Terminal
— 12.0 miles
Cardiff Castle Waterbus Stop — 15.0 miles
Taffs Mead Waterbus Stop — 15.4 miles
- Airports
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Cardiff International Airport
— 22.1 miles
Bristol International Airport — 28.8 miles
Local attractions
A castle visit is a must, but which will it be? Caerphilly Castle (25 minutes’ drive) is a medieval castle, Castell Coch (35 minutes) is from the 19th century and Cardiff Castle (45 minutes) has over 2000 years of history for you to uncover.
With the edge of the Brecon Beacons National Park around 20 minutes’ drive to the north, mountain hikes are always an option. Otherwise, the Sirhowy Valley Walk (around 15 minutes) is certainly spectacular. The long-distance hike has miles of walking over farms, woodlands and mountain ridges in the Valleys landscapes, beginning or ending in Newport.
You may want to learn a little about the history of Welsh mining while you’re around these parts. If so, the Big Pit National Coal Museum (25 minutes) runs tours around a Welsh coal mine. Perhaps a visit to a cider farm too? Hallets Cider (15 minutes) runs cider tasting tours and food pairing sessions.
Must see
- Big Pit: National Coal Museum (5.6 miles)
- Blaenavon World Heritage Centre & Tourist Information Centre (6.0 miles)
- Blaenavon Ironworks (6.2 miles)
National Trust
- Skenfrith Castle (20.0 miles)
- The Kymin (21.5 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 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Arrive: | 1 p.m. – | Anytime |
| Depart by: | 11 a.m. | |
| On-site accommodation | ||
| Arrive: | 1 p.m. – | 7:30 p.m. |
| Depart by: | 11 a.m. | |
Fferm Gelli Camping cancellation policy
No refunds within 2 weeks of arrival date.
No refunds/discounts for inclement weather, late arrivals or early departures.
Bookings cannot be amended within 14 day(s) of arrival.
Modifications are subject to a £20.00 fee.
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
A 15% non-refundable deposit is payable now. Fferm Gelli Camping will debit the balance from your card 2 weeks before arrival, or if the arrival date is sooner than 2 weeks then the balance will be taken immediately.
Hired accommodation: £50.00 damage/cleanliness/bracelet deposit is required on arrival and will be refunded on departure after inspection of your unit should no damage/losses be found.
The damage/cleanliness/bracelet deposit required on arrival can only be paid for in cash.
You can also opt to pay the full amount at the time of your booking, or at any point before the due date.
Payment methods accepted on the park
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Google Pay
MasterCard
Visa
Terms and conditions
Site booking terms and conditions- Does Fferm Gelli Camping have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Fferm Gelli Camping dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Fferm Gelli Camping? A castle visit is a must, but which will it be? Caerphilly Castle (25 minutes’ drive) is a medieval castle, Castell Coch (35 minutes) is from the 19th century and Cardiff Castle … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Fferm Gelli Camping?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: 1 p.m. – Anytime Depart by: 11 a.m. On-site accommodation Arrive: 1 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Fferm Gelli Camping? From £25 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party. Check prices and availability
