Student friendly campsites in Merthyr Tydfil, Glamorgan
10 bookable campsites within 15 miles of Merthyr Tydfil
All distances are calculated "as the crow flies".
Dare Valley Country Park
Aberdare, Glamorgan, Wales- A scenic 500-acre site on an old colliery at the Brecon Beacons’ edge
- A five-minute drive to Aberdare and 15 minutes to Penderyn Distillery
- Playgrounds and cafeteria on site; walk to a family bike park
Parkwood Outdoors Dolygaer
Pontsticill, Glamorgan, Wales- Adventure-focused stays at an activity centre in the Brecon Beacons
- Off the Pontsticill reservoir within 15 mins’ drive of Merthyr Tydfil
- Gorge walking, paddleboarding, climbing and caving organised from site
Bryn Bwch
Pontneddfechan, Powys, Wales- Quiet dog-friendly site by the Four Waterfalls in the Brecon Beacons
- A 20-minute drive to the base of Pen Y Fan; another waterfall nearby
- Wood available to buy for firepits; shops and pubs a short drive away
Coity Bach
Talybont-on-Usk, Powys, Wales- Friendly site on a farm in the Brecon Beacons National Park
- Just over a mile's walk to pubs in Talybont-on-Usk
- Meet the farm animals on site; bike hire available
The Alltimate View
Brecon, Powys, Wales- Wild camping on a smallholding in the Brecon Beacons National Park
- A 15-minute drive to Llangorse Lake; 20 to Black Mountain Activities
- Animals on site; walks from the pitches and pubs five minutes’ drive
Rhydywernen Farm Camping Site
Brecon, Powys, Wales- Small family-friendly site in the foothills of the Brecon Beacons
- Just off the A470, a 10-minute drive from Brecon
- Peaceful setting next to woodland with a small stream running through
Open Fire Camping
Pen-y-cae, Powys, Wales- 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
Tafarn-Y-Garreg Campsite
Pen-y-cae, Glamorgan, Wales- Riverside pub site in the Brecon Beacons National Park
- Campfires allowed: just bring your own firewood
- Direct access to the Beacons Way; Dan-yr-Ogof Caves within a mile
New 
Garth Glamping
Cardiff, Glamorgan, Wales- 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
Willow Acres Campsite
Pontypool, Monmouthshire, Wales- Peaceful Brecon Beacons pitches with firepits and outdoor kitchen
- A five-minute walk to Pontypool Golf Club; 15 minutes up Garn Wen
- Spacious pitches; bring dogs and extra tents for no added charge
Gilestone Glamping
Talybont-on-Usk, Powys, Wales- Luxury canvas safari tents set on a farm in the Brecon Beacons
- On the outskirts of Talybont-on-Usk, a 15-minute drive to Crickhowell
- Private hot tubs, firepits and beds with Egyptian sheets for each unit
Glanusk Caravan Park
Crickhowell, Powys, Wales- Peaceful site on a private estate with listed buildings
- A 10-minute drive to Crickhowell and 35 minutes to Hay-on-Wye
- Five-mile stretch of the River Usk for salmon and trout fishing
Cantref Campsite
Brecon, Powys, Wales- Set in rural Wales with spectacular views of the Brecon Beacons
- A 15-minute drive from outdoor activity centres in Brecon
- Free entry to a farm park for the duration of the stay; café on site
Camp Crick
Crickhowell, Powys, Wales- Eco-friendly pop-up site in the Brecon Beacons National Park
- An easy 10-minute walk from Crickhowell; Raglan 25 minutes' drive
- Lovely mountain views; access to canalside walks and bike rides
Ca's Camping
Brecon, Powys, Wales- Welcoming wild camping site in Bannau Brycheiniog National Park
- Two miles to a trail up Pen y Fan; Four Waterfalls a half-hour drive
- Meadow pitches with on-site walks; home-cooked meals on Friday night
Argoed Lwyd Outdoor Education Centre
Libanus, Powys, Wales- Spacious self-contained units at a Brecon Beacons activity centre
- A 10-minute drive from Brecon and 20 minutes from Pen y Fan
- Instructors on site for guided walks, canoeing and gorge walking
Grawen Caravan and Camping Park
Merthyr Tydfil, Glamorgan, WalesParc Cwm Darran
Bargoed, Glamorgan, WalesClyngwyn Camping
Ystradfellte, Powys, Wales- Dog-friendly site five minutes' walk from Sgwd Clun-Gwyn waterfall
- Brecon Beacons Visitor Centre and BikePark Wales 35 minutes’ drive
- Firepit and barbecue on site, plus a coffee shop selling hot food
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