Basecamp Wales
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- Afan Forest Park site with bike hire and pretty Glamorgan views
- Afan Bike Park 15 minutes’ drive; National Showcaves Centre 45 minutes
- Licensed café and restaurant; bike wash and repair shop; playground
Site type
10
6
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).
- A charge of £1.50 applies for the use of the shower.
- 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.
- Continental touring caravans (caravans built with the passenger door on the right-hand side) are not permitted.
- Extra cars may be brought but must be parked off-site; council-managed pay-and-display parking is available nearby.
Languages spoken
English
Welsh
Pitch types & availability
7 
Non-electric grass tent pitch (sloping)
8 people maximum Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 5m width × 5m depth (25m²)
Arrival daysFrom £12
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Non-electric gravel motorhome pitch
6 people maximum Ground type: Gravel
Pitch size: Max 4m width × 8m depth (32m²)
Arrival daysFrom £17
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Electric gravel motorhome pitch
6 people maximum Ground type: Gravel
Pitch size: Max 4m width × 8m depth (32m²)
Arrival daysFrom £25
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Reviews
72% would recommend this site to a friend
69% would stay here again
What customers say
This site is praised for its excellent location for mountain biking and hiking, with direct access to trails. Visitors highlight the spotlessly clean toilet and shower facilities, and the on-site cafe receives consistent praise for its good food and friendly, helpful staff. While some note pitches can be sloping and the site is basic, many found it peaceful, well-priced, and would recommend or return. Issues with night-time access to facilities and pitch levelling are mentioned.
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Last updated 23/06/2026
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Great location for outdoor activities and…
Non-electric gravel motorhome pitch
Liked Great location for outdoor activities and the cafe is very good. Nice and small with only a few camper spots and tents in a different area. Good shower.
Disliked It is just a hard standing area next to a carpark and you pay for shower tokens but that doesn’t stop me going back!
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i would not book this again and would not recommend - and its a shame
Non-electric grass tent pitch (sloping)
Liked how quiet it was and the views
Disliked The location is only thing going for this place and the cheapest price but maybe up the price and do maintanence
length of grass, the slope, the mess in regards to previous users, signage, distance to toilets
when booking this you need to consider if sleeping on a slope is what you want to do because the slope is severe.
Migi's are terrible and everywhere and yes i am aware that you cant do anything but it is very worth mentioning.
If you arrive and there is no one in the cafe or shop, you cannot shower so this needs to be considered.
The grass length is rediculous and its as though they have given up on looking after this site.
Clearly less respectful people have used this site but even that is not an exscuse. Bins are provided but surely staff need to check and make sure all is clean, i do suspect that this place has been earmarked and no investment has been done. Trees over grown, grass to long, mess etc.
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Could be a lot better if the hard standing was away from the road.
Non-electric gravel motorhome pitch
Liked Spotlessly clean toilets and showers. Nice cafe on site.
Perfect for accessing the MTB trails.
Disliked For non- EHU parking: Unkempt space right next to the road, which doesn't quieten down till around midnight. Hard standing is not level and ramps needed.
EHU parking is set back from the road in a much nicer situation.
£17 a night expensive for overnight parking. Showers £1.50 extra, so £20 for two people to stay. Bit steep given it's just a car park, but happy to support the Afan Forest Centre and the MTB trail maintenance.
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Pitch convienent for toilet and shower…
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Anonymous Electric gravel motorhome pitch
Liked Pitch convienent for toilet and shower block.
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I contacted two ways to say i couldnt make the stay and heard nothing
Anonymous Non-electric grass tent pitch (sloping)
Liked Nothing
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Lovely place to stay great cafe…
Anonymous Non-electric grass tent pitch (sloping)
Liked Lovely place to stay great cafe on site people so welcoming would deffo stay again well recommend!!
Disliked Wether was not good but we did have a fantastic time and it didn't put us off
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At the start of the mtb…
Electric gravel motorhome pitch
Liked At the start of the mtb trails, great cafe, toilets and showers were very clean and the team working were very kind and helpful.
We were in a motorhome and it is a simple site with electric. We could have a firepit. Couldn't ask for much more being at the start of the trails.
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Non-electric grass tent pitch (sloping)
Liked .
Disliked Arrived and there was no way of getting tokens for the shower, so we could not shower
Bugs everywhere, we had to repack the tents and leave
The field is located next to a derelict building
No way of getting a refund
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really nice site as long as dont mind walk/drive to shower
Anonymous Non-electric grass tent pitch (sloping)
Liked shower facilities great
all the staff super helpful
great cafe
Disliked distance from campsite to shower/toilet block
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Beautiful place if u want peace and quiet
Non-electric grass tent pitch (sloping)
Liked we liked the pitch as it was a beautiful view a bit sloping but overcame that .the facilities were clean and fresh .The staff at the cafe were very accommodating and friendly were willing to help if we needed it .It was a very tranquil and relaxing trip. Would definitely stay again.
Disliked The only thing that spoilt it was the miggies we got bitten really bad but the weather was extremely hot so not the camps fault. Not having some kind of water tap nearer the site as the hill was ok to walk down but steep to walk up.
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Features
Dogs allowed
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 Car parking by pitch/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Picnic table Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available 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 Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wild camping Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearby Shop nearbyType
Small (11-25 pitches)Accessibility
Accessible parking at pitch Bathrooms: Large spacious shower Bathrooms: Large spacious toilet Bathrooms: Step-free access Bathrooms: Wheelchair accessible shower Bathrooms: Wheelchair accessible toilet Bathrooms: Wide doorways (over 30 inches/75cm) Smooth, hard roads e.g. tarmacNearby leisure
Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Indoor pool nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearbyTouring and motorhomes
Drainage hook-up points for tourers Motorhome service pointLocation
Basecamp Wales
Afan Forest Park
Cynonville
Port Talbot
Glamorgan
Wales
SA13 3HG
Directions Timezone
Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)
GPS
51.64164°N
3.70462°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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aberafan | 5.9 mi | Estuary | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
| Rest Bay Porthcawl | 10.6 mi | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Swansea Bay | 11.2 mi | Estuary | Good | Good | N/A | Good |
| Sandy Bay Porthcawl | 11.3 mi | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Trecco Bay Porthcawl | 11.4 mi | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Aberdulais Falls 4.1 mi
National Waterfront Museum 10.2 mi
Penderyn Distillery Visitor Centre 11.6 mi
National Showcaves of Wales 13 mi
Carreg Cennen Castle 17.9 mi
National Trust
Aberdulais Falls 4.1 mi
Aberdeunant 20.9 mi
Rhossili Visitor Centre and Shop 25.7 mi
Watersmeet 29.2 mi
Dolaucothi Gold Mines 29.8 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Abercregan - Glyncorrwg - Abercregan 2 mi
Abercregan - Coed Morgannwg Way - Pontrhydyfen 2 mi
Treherbert to Aberdare 7.5 mi
Kenfig Pool - Kenfig Burrows - Sker Beach 8.8 mi
Pontneddfechan - Scwd Einion Gam Waterfall 9.3 mi
Local events
- Green Man Festival (Thursday, 20 August 2026 – Thursday, 20 August 2026)
Crickhowell, Powys 27.4 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 Basecamp Wales have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Basecamp Wales dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Basecamp Wales? Afan Forest Park (accessed from the site) has a diverse range of bike trails suitable for all skill levels, from a beginner-friendly short loop to a challenging black trail that can take … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Basecamp Wales?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: 12 p.m. – Anytime Depart by: 12 p.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Basecamp Wales? From £12 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.