Bryn Bettws Lodge
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- Relaxed campsite opposite mountain bike trails in Afan Forest Park
- Beach 25 minutes' drive away; 45 minutes to Gower Peninsula
- Undercover barbecue area in the field, plus a wooden playground
Site type
Admission
- Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
Dogs
- 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) and/or any of the following: Staffordshire bull terrier, American Staffordshire terrier, Rottweiler, any Mastiff or Tosa.
Extras
- A charge of £2.00 applies for the use of the shower.
General
- There are no bins onsite: all rubbish will need to be taken home with you.
Occupancy
- Group bookings of 2 or more units travelling together are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
- Group bookings of 4 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
- No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
Safety
- Fires, barbecues and/or firepits will not be permitted in dry, windy and/or hot weather conditions.
Languages spoken
English
Pitch types & availability
3

Non-electric grass and earth tent or motorhome pitch
5 people maximum
Ground type: Grass and earth
Pitch size: Unlimited
Arrival daysFrom £25
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Electric hardstanding motorhome pitch
5 people maximum
Ground type: Hardstanding
Pitch size: Max 5m width × 7m depth (35m²)
Arrival daysFrom £32
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Reviews
93% would recommend this site to a friend
91% would stay here again
What customers say
This campsite boasts spectacular views and direct access to mountain biking trails. Visitors praise the friendly staff, cleanliness of facilities, and spacious pitches. While the site is described as relaxed and family-friendly, some note issues with pitch levels, limited amenities like hot water for washing up, and occasional noise from other campers. Improvements to the children's play area and ongoing development are noted.
Summary AI-generated from Pitchup.com customer reviews.
Last updated 11/08/2026
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Great for mountain bikers. only stayed…
Non-electric grass and earth tent or motorhome pitch
Liked Great for mountain bikers. only stayed one night as a stop off. Toilets and wash facilities were great and very clean
Disliked No WiFi or phone signal
Location was up a very long path I decided to walk back to camp
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Beautiful views…
Non-electric grass and earth tent or motorhome pitch
Liked Beautiful views
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Great view, but not great on hygiene.
Electric hardstanding motorhome pitch
Liked Views, easy access to the forest.
Disliked Lack of clear communication when we arrived, no soap in the one sink for washing hands, which meant that people were washing their hands and brushing their teeth in the kitchen area, only 3 toilets, nowhere to get rid of dog poo, so it stank out our van taking it away, no hose on th chemical toilet point, which makes me wonder if people were using the drinking water tap to top up their toilet tanks.
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From the manager: Another clown strikes again.
There is always hand soap in the wash area. Unfortunately it does run out but is always refilled daily.
We have 3 toilets on the camping field and 6 in the shower block.
As for dog poo. It’s your dog. Take it home with you. It’s not my dog. Why should I have to smell it. You chose to have the dog.
We don’t take any rubbish any longer. Thank the campers who put gas canisters in our bins for this.
As for water to go in your toilet. We are in a drought. We are very low on water. Ps. We don’t advertise we have this service. In fact. We say we don’t have chemical waste on site. So be grateful we do. Plenty of other sites don’t.
Another Covid campers review. Give me strength.
The view from the site is…
Non-electric grass and earth tent or motorhome pitch
Liked The view from the site is amazing and it's a very relaxed affair. Facilities were good - there is a cafe onsite and a burger shack. Messaging around the site re. water use was consistent and clear. Access was fine in our 6.5m long van, there were a range of setups using the site. Walking and cycling from the site was easy and very beautiful. The site is very sloping (hence the views) so if you are in a van, make sure you bring levelling blocks!
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Amazing views Easy location to find…
Non-electric grass and earth tent or motorhome pitch
Liked Amazing views
Easy location to find
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Belle vue et beaucoup de place.…
Non-electric grass and earth tent or motorhome pitch
Liked Belle vue et beaucoup de place. Aire de jeu pour les enfants
Disliked Pas de tuyau d’eau pour nettoyer les WC chimiques et pas de tuyau pour recharger l’eau propre. Pas de douche .
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From the manager: We’re pleased you enjoyed the beautiful views, spacious site and children’s play area.
We would, however, like to clarify some points for future guests. We do provide chemical toilet disposal points, but we have never advertised a hose for cleaning chemical toilets or a facility for refilling caravan/motorhome water tanks. Our site is supplied entirely by a natural spring, not mains water, so our water is limited, particularly during the current hosepipe ban and prolonged dry weather.
We also do have showers on site. Guests simply need to call or message the number provided to receive the access code, and these are regularly used by our other campers.
We are also confused by the ratings, particularly 10/10 for Wi-Fi when we do not provide or advertise Wi-Fi, and 1/10 for customer service despite no customer-service issue being mentioned. This suggests there may have been some misunderstanding when completing the scores.
We welcome genuine feedback, but feel it is important to correct information about facilities that were never advertised as part of the booking, so future guests are not misled.
Second year coming back here and did not disappoint again.
Non-electric grass and earth tent or motorhome pitch
Liked Location and views
Great access to a variety of outdoor adventures, from waterfalls and mountain biking to fun at the beach.
Very child friendly place, with plenty of space and a great park for younger children to play in if the woods and mountain biking are not their thing.
The facilities are basic but will get you by for a week or so. This also means that the pitch costs are low.
Owners are fantastic, friendly and always trying to develop their facilities.
Disliked This is a minor thing. Shower room floors could be pitched better to drain the water away. Water pools towards the door of the showers room not totally running into the drain. Hang your bags on the doors so things do not get wet.
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Great view. Remote location.…
Non-electric grass and earth tent or motorhome pitch
Liked Great view. Remote location.
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Was everything I need for a…
Non-electric grass and earth tent or motorhome pitch
Liked Was everything I need for a camping trip... beautiful views,
areas for walking,
a playground,
the toilets are fine (they aren't off-putting),
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Amazing camp site & perfectly run
Non-electric grass and earth tent or motorhome pitch
Liked The amazing people who worked/owned the site .
The views.
The trails & hikes
The facility’s as we was non electric but the site provides charging points & fridge freezer .
The park & swinging bench’s .
The burger shack
Close to shops & other local attractions
Disliked That we couldn’t stay longer due to work commitments .
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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 Rallies welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Budget/backpacker Forest Lake and/or mountain Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradiseUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Communal freezer Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearbyType
Medium (26-50 pitches)Nearby leisure
Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Horse riding nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearbyLocation
Bryn Bettws Lodge
Gyfylchi Farm
Pontrhydyfen
Port Talbot
Glamorgan
Wales
SA12 9SP
Timezone
Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)
GPS
51.64598°N
3.72444°W
Route directions
Nearest transport
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
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
| Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aberafan | 5.4 mi | Estuary | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
| Swansea Bay | 10.4 mi | Estuary | Good | Good | N/A | Good |
| Rest Bay Porthcawl | 10.9 mi | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Sandy Bay Porthcawl | 11.7 mi | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Trecco Bay Porthcawl | 11.8 mi | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Aberdulais Falls 3.3 mi
National Waterfront Museum 9.5 mi
Penderyn Distillery Visitor Centre 11.9 mi
National Showcaves of Wales 12.8 mi
Carreg Cennen Castle 17.1 mi
National Trust
Aberdulais Falls 3.3 mi
Aberdeunant 20.1 mi
Rhossili Visitor Centre and Shop 24.9 mi
Dolaucothi Gold Mines 29.2 mi
Watersmeet 29.4 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Abercregan - Glyncorrwg - Abercregan 2.6 mi
Abercregan - Coed Morgannwg Way - Pontrhydyfen 2.7 mi
Treherbert to Aberdare 8.3 mi
Kenfig Pool - Kenfig Burrows - Sker Beach 9 mi
Pontneddfechan - Scwd Einion Gam Waterfall 9.5 mi
Local events
- Green Man Festival (Thursday, 20 August 2026 – Thursday, 20 August 2026)
Crickhowell, Powys 28 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 Bryn Bettws Lodge have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Bryn Bettws Lodge dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Bryn Bettws Lodge? If you need a little bit of relaxing time to recover from all the activities at the forest park, how about a trip to the beach? It’ll take you about 25 minutes … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Bryn Bettws Lodge?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: 1 p.m. – 9 p.m. Depart by: 12 p.m. On-site accommodation Arrive: 1 p.m. – 9 p.m. Depart by: 12 p.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Bryn Bettws Lodge? From £25 (for 1 night, 5 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.

