Grawen Caravan and Camping Park

Grawen Caravan and Camping Park (added by manager 04 Sep 2014)

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A warm welcome awaits you.. Grawen is situated at the foot of the southern ridges of the Brecon Beacons' highest hills and some of the most appealing walking country in the land, a fantastic location close to historic towns, Brecon Beacons and the Waterfall country. We are a family run, 3* camping park and want to make your stay an enjoyable one. Our site is perfect for families, couples, walkers and cyclists who either want to relax, enjoy or discover the beautiful views of the countryside. We are also pleased to accommodate students on their expeditions for the Duke of Edinburgh Awards. There are lots of things to do in our area where you can use the park as a base. Within a few minutes walk from the site is a beautiful reservoir which is perfect for an evening stroll. Just 1.5 miles south of the site is our local village Cefn Coed, where you will be able to find convenience stores, pubs, takeaways and much more. Pre-booking is not always necessary but may be advisable at peak times especially if wanting to book with an electric hook up, particularly Bank Holidays.

Site type

Tent pitches 50
Touring caravan pitches 10
Motorhome pitches 5
Open all year

Tourist board rating

Languages spoken

English

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Features

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

Watersports

Amenities on site

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

Rallies welcome

Single-sex groups welcome

Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue provided

Barbecues allowed

Campfires allowed

Commercial vehicles allowed

Dogs allowed

Themes

Budget/backpacker

Peaceful

Spectacular scenery

Walkers' paradise

Wild camping

Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities

Chemical disposal

Electric car charging point(s)

Gas cylinders available

Recycling available

Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby

Dog walk nearby

Public transport nearby

Shop nearby

Type

Farm

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

Watersports nearby

Touring and motorhomes

Tourer storage facilities

Location

Grawen Caravan and Camping Park

Cwm Taf

Merthyr Tydfil

Glamorgan

Wales

CF48 2HS

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London GMT (GMT+00:00)

GPS

51.79041°N
-3.43125°W

Route directions

We are located on the A470 road inside the Brecon Beacons National Park. 4 miles north of the historic town of Merthyr Tydfil and 2 miles off the A465 Heads of the Valleys Road. We are also just over 14 miles from the historic market town of Brecon

Nearest transport

Coach
3.8 mi Bus Station
5.4 mi Bus Station
8 mi Lidl
Rail
3.9 mi Merthyr Tydfil Rail Station
5.2 mi Aberdare Rail Station
5.4 mi Pentre-Bach Rail Station
Ferry
23.8 mi Cardiff Castle Waterbus Stop
24.3 mi Taffs Mead Waterbus Stop
24.6 mi Swansea Queens Dock Ferry Terminal
Airport
27.4 mi Cardiff International 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

Merthyr Tydfil is a historical town which offers a great selection of shopping, as well as entertainment opportunities, with a multiplex cinema, bowling and a wide variety of dining establishments. You can get to the town within 5 minutes by car or you catch the T4 bus near the entrance to the site. Ystradfellte Waterfalls are A MUST SEE! Amazing breathtaking views just 30 minutes car journey from the Grawen. It is incredibly popular for walkers as there are many walks including a footpath that passes behind one of the waterfalls. Pen Y Fan is the second highest peak in Wales and the highest in the Brecon Beacons National Park. Storey Arms is just a 10 minute drive from the campsite where you can start your picturesque walk. Bike Park Wales is a world class mountain bike park just off the A470, 5 miles south from the campsite. https://www.bikeparkwales.com/ In Brecon (14 Miles north of Grawen) you have a market town where you can see the Georgian architecture, visit the Brycheiniog theatre, walk or cruise along pretty canal, and is known for one of the highest quality Dark Skies locations in the UK. Cyfarthfa Castle Museum and Art Gallery is just 5 minutes from the site. Within the grounds is a miniature steam railway, fishing lake, children's play area and hosts events throughout the year. Nestled in the foothills of the Brecon Beacons based in the traditional village of Penderyn is one of the best distilleries in Wales, producing finest malt whiskies recognised worldwide. http://www.welsh-whisky.co.uk/ The Big Pit National Coal Museum is an interesting insight into the industrial heritage of Wales. Take a tour down into the mine and see what life was like underground. http://www.museumwales.ac.uk/bigpit/ Dan yr Ogof showcaves is about 40 minutes by car. It is one of the major tourist attractions in Wales and includes one of the World's largest dinosaur parks. www.showcaves.co.uk

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020 2019 2018 2017
Aberafan 21.4 mi Estuary N/A Good Good Good
Trecco Bay Porthcawl 24.2 mi Sea Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent
Sandy Bay Porthcawl 24.3 mi Sea Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent
Rest Bay Porthcawl 24.3 mi Sea Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent
Southerndown 24.9 mi Sea Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Brecon Mountain Railway 2.9 mi

Penderyn Distillery Visitor Centre 4.3 mi

National Showcaves of Wales 11.1 mi

Big Pit: National Coal Museum 14 mi

Blaenavon Ironworks 14.6 mi

National Trust

Aberdulais Falls 16.8 mi

Aberdeunant 25 mi

Skenfrith Castle 27.9 mi

Dolaucothi Gold Mines 28.3 mi

Cwmmau Farmhouse 29.5 mi

Cycle routes

Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.

Other

The Taff Trail: Pontsticill to Cefn Coed 2.8 mi

Torpantau - Neuadd Reservoirs - Torpantau 3.8 mi

The Beacons Horseshoe 4.4 mi

Torpantau - Graig Fan Las - Craig Cwareli 4.5 mi

Pont Blaen y glyn - Craig y Fan Ddu - Nant Caerfanel - Pont Blaen y glyn 4.8 mi

Local events

  • Green Man Festival (Thursday, 15 August 2024 – Thursday, 15 August 2024)

    Crickhowell, Powys 12.1 mi

  • The Hay Festival (Thursday, 23 May 2024 – Thursday, 23 May 2024)

    Hay-on-Wye, Herefordshire 23.6 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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