Garth Glamping
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- Peaceful and family-friendly Glamorgan site bordering the River Taff
- Castell Coch 10 minutes’ drive; Cardiff city centre 20 minutes
- Communal kitchen and modern facilities; pub 20 minutes’ walk
Site type
10
10
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. XL Bully, Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
- Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
- No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- There is no reception on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.
- If making a fire, the fuel, logs and coal have to be purchased on site.
Languages spoken
English
Welsh
Open from Fri 3 Apr to
2 
Reviews
96% would recommend this site to a friend
93% would stay here again
What customers say
Garth Glamping offers a peaceful, wild camping experience with well-maintained and clean toilet, shower, and kitchen facilities. Guests praise the beautiful riverside location, proximity to Cardiff, and the friendly hosts. Some mention occasional noise from nearby trains and roads, and occasional issues with long grass or water pressure, though most found these minor. The site is noted for its spacious pitches and family-friendly atmosphere.
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Last updated 23/06/2026
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A hidden gem
Bell tent
Liked Great toilet/shower/kitchen facilities. Nice glamping pods, comfortable and handy location. Limited kids activities but the archery was a hit.
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Fantastic, well managed site with great facilities
Non-electric grass campervan, tent or trailer tent pitch
Liked Everything! Fantastic facilities that were really well managed. Lovely communal kitchen with everything you could need. Great customer service. It’s also right next to the River Taff so we spent time keeping cool down there during the heatwave.
Disliked Nothing! We’ll definitely be back!
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A few fairly minor adjustments could make this much more comfortable.
Non-electric grass campervan, tent or trailer tent pitch
Liked Location is great for Cardiff and Caerphilly. Site is really attractive.
Disliked Long grass has just been cut leaving massive lumps everywhere which were difficult to drive over to pitch, and to try and put camping chairs/tables on. Could you keep at least whole strip by river regularly cut? Showers could do with a shelf/stool, there is nowhere to put glasses/jewellery/toiletries other than the wet floor. Not ideal! Large sink in large loo struggled to drain. Outside washing up sinks seem to be just cold water. One of loo locks a bit hit and miss. Road and rail noise but didn't really mind this - would bother some.
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From the manager: Thank you for your review and we’re delighted you enjoyed the location and appearance of the site.
Garth Glamping is situated on a working farm, and at the time of your stay we were in the middle of haymaking for our cattle. Unfortunately, freshly cut grass does need a couple of days to dry and be turned before baling, so this is sometimes unavoidable and part of life on a farm.
Thank you also for highlighting the sink and lock issues, which we’ll inspect. There are hooks available in the shower areas, but we’re always happy to consider further improvements.
We’re pleased these points didn’t prevent you from enjoying your stay, recommending us to others, and wanting to return.
Definitely the nicest campsite I have every stayed at
Non-electric grass campervan, tent or trailer tent pitch
Liked Toilets and showers cleaned daily. Kitchen had everything you could need so makes less of a worry over forgetting to bring something. BBQs and wood readily available so you can have a fire whenever. Lovely people too.
Disliked very little to say but could have only wished that more of the field was mowed as there was only a small strip which meant other camper were really close. Not ideal if you’re people who go to bed late.
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Anonymous Non-electric grass campervan, tent or trailer tent pitch
Liked Nice, clean facilities
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Loved the whole place.…
Non-electric grass campervan, tent or trailer tent pitch
Liked Loved the whole place.
Disliked Leaving!
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The wildness Toilet and showers very good…
Anonymous Non-electric grass campervan, tent or trailer tent pitch
Liked The wildness
Toilet and showers very good
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The campsite has a wild feel…
Anonymous Non-electric grass campervan, tent or trailer tent pitch
Liked The campsite has a wild feel to it and lovely clean facilities.
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A lovely site, providing the feel…
Non-electric grass campervan, tent or trailer tent pitch
Liked A lovely site, providing the feel of wild camping ... with good toilets and showers. A friendly pub within walking distance , and easy access to central Cardiff and Castell Coch. Garth Mountain walk can be accessed directly from the site, perhaps with a stop before and after at the pub ;)
Disliked Not really a "dislike" but a note for others - the access road is quite narrow, with few passing places. My VWT5 managed it fine, and I saw a VW crafter on site, but larger motorhomes may struggle.
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The toilets and showers were clean.…
Anonymous Non-electric grass campervan, tent or trailer tent pitch
Liked The toilets and showers were clean. The location was beautiful and it was lovely and quiet during our stay, even saw a kingfisher on the river.
Disliked It would be great (depending on ownership) if the footpath that exits the campsite could have the grass mown or flattened to allow easier walking.
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Features
Campfires allowed
Leisure on site
Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club Massages On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area Sauna TV room Take away Tennis Watersports Wild swimmingAmenities 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 Picnic table Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Tents for hire Toilet block Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
D. of E. welcome Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearCamping 2.0
Jumbo tent pitchesThemes
Budget/backpacker Forest Lake and/or mountain Leave the car at home Luxury Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wild camping Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Communal freezer Communal fridge Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Public transport nearbyType
Farm Small (11-25 pitches)Accessibility
Accessible parking at pitch Bathrooms: Large spacious shower Bathrooms: Large spacious toilet Dedicated quiet space Pitch close to accessible bathrooms Uneven terrain; gravel or loose mudNearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Watersports nearbyLocation
Garth Glamping
Ynysgau Farm
Main Road
Gwaelod Y Garth
Cardiff
Glamorgan
Wales
CF15 9HJ
Directions Timezone
Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)
GPS
51.55507°N
3.27496°W
Route directions
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
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
| Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jackson'S Bay Barry Island | 11.3 mi | Sea | N/A | Good | N/A | Good |
| Cold Knap Barry | 11.4 mi | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Whitmore Bay Barry Island | 11.5 mi | Sea | Good | Excellent | Good | Excellent |
| Southerndown | 16.1 mi | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Trecco Bay Porthcawl | 18.4 mi | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Castell Coch 1.6 mi
Caerphilly Castle 2.7 mi
St Fagans: National History Museum 4.8 mi
National Museum Cardiff 6.4 mi
Cardiff Castle 6.5 mi
National Trust
Clevedon Court 20.7 mi
Aberdulais Falls 23.3 mi
Tyntesfield 25.2 mi
Dunster Castle 26.9 mi
Dunster Working Watermill 26.9 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Forest Fawr - Taff's Well - Rhiwbina Hill 1.6 mi
Cardiff Ridgeways 5.2 mi
Rhyd-y-gwern Woods 5.6 mi
Ystrad Mynach - Senghenydd Dyke - Llanbradach 6.1 mi
Machen - Rhymney Valley Ridgeway Footpath - Machen 6.3 mi
Local events
- Green Man Festival (Thursday, 20 August 2026 – Thursday, 20 August 2026)
Crickhowell, Powys 22 mi
- Bristol International Balloon Fiesta (Friday, 7 August 2026 – Friday, 7 August 2026)
Bristol, Greater Bristol 27.1 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 Garth Glamping have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Garth Glamping dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Garth Glamping? From your pitch, follow waymarked trails up the Garth (20 minutes’ walk) for views over Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan. The 55-mile Taff Trail (for walkers and cyclists) passes close by … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Garth Glamping?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: 2 p.m. – 7 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. On-site accommodation Arrive: 2 p.m. – 7 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Garth Glamping? From £30 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.