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Eco Camping Wales

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Eco Camping Wales: The View pitch (photo added by manager on 22/08/2022)
Eco Camping Wales: Overview of Eco Camping Wales (photo added by manager on 17/03/2023)

General

  • Farm site with stunning 360-degree views of the Black Mountain
  • A five-minute drive from the National Showcaves Centre for Wales
  • On the Beacons Way trail in the Brecon Beacons National Park

Room to breathe and a friendly welcome – what more could you ask for from a scenic site like Eco Camping Wales in the Brecon Beacons’ gorgeous Glyntawe valley?

Well, 360-degree views of the spectacular Black Mountain for starters. The environmentally friendly setup is another big bonus – the site channels cold mountain spring water into its hand-washing basins, for example (not for drinking, bring your own) – as is the back-to-nature feel (there are no concrete hardstandings or electric hook-ups here).

This Glamorgan site encourages open-fire cooking across most of the grounds (bring reusable barbecues/firepits and raise them high off the ground, please) and phone reception is limited – so you can gleefully tell work they won’t be able to get in touch.

Try to get as much time out of the office as you can to take on all the nearby treks; the owners particularly recommend roaming to Llyn y Fan Fawr lake on the long-distance Beacons Way trail that passes the park. Wander to one of the pubs a few minutes from the site too, pick up supplies at the village shop in Ynyswen or head to Ystradgynlais’s coffee shops.

A few bits and pieces to be aware of if you’re planning on staying here: the shower is coin operated; you'll need to bring your own drinking water; firewood/kindling is for sale on site (the owners are happy for you to bring your own); and there’s no commercial waste so please be prepared to take all rubbish home and leave the space as you find it.

Open from 17/03/2023 to 23/10/2023

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Languages spoken

✓ English

✓ Welsh

Please note

A charge of £1.00 applies for the use of the shower.

Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.

Twin axle vehicles are not permitted on site.

Units longer than 6 metres are not allowed.

Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the site are unlit.

No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.

Bookings must not be for more than 7 consecutive nights.

There are no bins onsite: all rubbish will need to be taken home with you.

Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.

Your dog must be tattooed or microchipped.

Open fires are not permitted on the Meadow and Church fields.


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9.1

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90% would recommend this site to a friend.

89% would stay here again.

 

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geoffrey_h282869's avatar

Large, green and quiet site.14/09/2023

Reviewer's country: United KingdomGeoffrey H.Confirmed

  • The Ledge non-electric grass and gravel tent or campervan pitch (premium)
  • Recommend to friends   Visit again
  • Liked: 

    Magnificent views and deep countryside. great walks nearby. I liked the repurposed barrel fire pit.
    The compost toilet was brilliant. I stayed on The Ledge pitch, which had plenty of space and a marvellous view.
    Disliked: 

    It would be good to have a couple of the premium pitches with electrical hookup for longer stays at this price. I only stayed one night though, so it was fine.
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Anonymous user

Excellent11/09/2023

Reviewer's country: United KingdomAnonymousConfirmed

  • The Oak Tree 1 non-electric grass and earth tent pitch (premium, shaded)
  • Recommend to friends   Visit again
  • Liked: 

    Perfect location with beautiful views and lovely hosts. Will be recommending to everyone we know
    Disliked: 

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Amazing, highly recommended08/09/2023

Reviewer's country: United KingdomLaura C.Mobile phone iconConfirmed

  • The Pond non-electric grass and earth tent pitch (premium, secluded)
  • Recommend to friends   Visit again
  • Eco Camping Wales: Path out of the campsite and church on the corner at the entrance. (photo added by visitor on 08/09/2023)
  • Liked: 

    The location, the spectacular views (day and night), the facilities and the lovely owners. We had a wonderful time camping on the pond pitch within the trees, thank you J&C for having us :)
    Also, the bus stop at the campsite entrance was very useful!
    Disliked: 

    Not a dislike but maybe useful - we misjudged some of our planned walking trails from the site, they took us much longer than planned due to the uphills and involved more walking on the road than expected. Make use of the bus.
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Beautiful no frills camping with toddlers04/09/2023

Reviewer's country: United KingdomRebecca B.Mobile phone iconConfirmed

  • Meadow Field non-electric grass and earth tent pitch
  • Recommend to friends   Visit again
  • Eco Camping Wales: Meadow field (photo added by rebecca_p153944 on 04/09/2023) Eco Camping Wales: View of church field (photo added by rebecca_p153944 on 04/09/2023) Eco Camping Wales: The composting toilet (photo added by rebecca_p153944 on 04/09/2023) Eco Camping Wales: View from our tent (photo added by rebecca_p153944 on 04/09/2023) Eco Camping Wales: Lovely sunset (photo added by rebecca_p153944 on 04/09/2023) Eco Camping Wales: Up on the beacons way (photo added by rebecca_p153944 on 04/09/2023) Eco Camping Wales: Leave the car with your tent and go for a stunning walk up away from the road into wilderness (photo added by rebecca_p153944 on 04/09/2023) Eco Camping Wales: Climbing out of the valley with a view down to the campsite (photo added by rebecca_p153944 on 04/09/2023) Eco Camping Wales: Walking towards a high glacial lake (photo added by rebecca_p153944 on 04/09/2023)
  • Liked: 

    It was nearly empty, which meant it felt nice and wild with views of mountains all round. It easy to find, just off the main road, but that did mean you could hear the traffic. There were people playing music loud into the night in another field but that’s to be expected in a touristic area. Our field (meadow) and neighbouring field (church) were silent with only 2 other tents.
    The horse box composting toilet was brilliant. Our toddler thought it was a fantastic surprise.
    The pub and walk right from the campsite was a great bonus meaning we didn’t need to do any extra driving once we had arrived.
    I’d recommend to anyone who needs a basic pretty campsite near the road for logistics ease. It felt close to wild camping which is harder to do with babies and toddlers, so this is a great option.
    Disliked: 

    We didn’t check in or out as there were no staff, but I assume that’s fine since we booked and paid online!
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Basic but lovely.30/08/2023

Reviewer's country: United KingdomJennifer L.Mobile phone iconConfirmed

  • Meadow Field non-electric grass and earth tent pitch
  • Recommend to friends   Visit again
  • Liked: 

    Lovely wild-feeling site with plenty of spaces between pitches and large patches of long grass so it felt much nicer than just a field. Friendly owners, compost loo in the horse box was fun! Great spot to access the hills and the Beacons Way.
    Disliked: 

    It’s near a fairly busy road which was a shame, so it didn’t feel quite as peaceful and isolated as the pictures look, but it was a great spot to base myself for a couple of days.
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Very friendly owners, didn't mind late arrival due to traffic …07/09/2023

Reviewer's country: United KingdomAgnieszka Anna K.Confirmed

  • Church Field non-electric grass and earth tent or campervan pitch (maximum 6 metres)
  • Recommend to friends   Visit again
  • Liked: 

    Very friendly owners, didn't mind late arrival due to traffic on the road. Showed us around the field around 10pm. Big field so plenty space to choose the pitch.
    Disliked: 

    a bit overpriced for what it is.
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It’s grass to put a tent on? Shower and toilets …27/08/2023

Reviewer's country: IrelandAnonymousMobile phone iconConfirmed

  • Church Field non-electric grass and earth tent or campervan pitch (maximum 6 metres)
  • Recommend to friends   Visit again
  • Liked: 

    It’s grass to put a tent on? Shower and toilets work. Friendly atmosphere.
    Disliked: 

    Late arrivals
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jerome_b933987's avatar

Great location and set up.25/08/2023

Reviewer's country: United KingdomJerome B.Mobile phone iconConfirmed

  • Church Field non-electric grass and earth tent or campervan pitch (maximum 6 metres)
  • Recommend to friends   Visit again
  • Eco Camping Wales: Well deserved cold beer after a 13 mile walk. (photo added by visitor on 25/08/2023) Eco Camping Wales: Excellent dip in Llyn Y Fan Fawr on the way back off the hill. (photo added by visitor on 25/08/2023) Eco Camping Wales: On the way up (photo added by visitor on 25/08/2023) Eco Camping Wales: Llyn Y Fan Fach from above (photo added by visitor on 25/08/2023) Eco Camping Wales: Fan Brychieniog (photo added by visitor on 25/08/2023)
  • Liked: 

    Friendly and really helpful hosts.
    Fab composting toilet.
    Disliked: 

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samuel_m323058's avatar

A fantastic campsite in a lovely location01/09/2023

Reviewer's country: United KingdomSamuel M.Mobile phone iconConfirmed

  • The Pond non-electric grass and earth tent pitch (premium, secluded)
  • Recommend to friends   Visit again
  • Eco Camping Wales: The pitch by the pond (photo added by visitor on 01/09/2023) Eco Camping Wales: Loo with a view! (photo added by visitor on 01/09/2023) Eco Camping Wales: View from the walk back from the toilet (photo added by visitor on 01/09/2023)
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    The views
    Local pubs
    The loo with a view
    Friendly owners
    Disliked: 

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lynn_h284046's avatar

We loved the spaciousness. The owner clearly looks after his …26/08/2023

Reviewer's country: United KingdomLynn H.Confirmed

  • Church Field non-electric grass and earth tent or campervan pitch (maximum 6 metres)
  • Recommend to friends   Visit again
  • Liked: 

    We loved the spaciousness. The owner clearly looks after his land in a very environmentally conscious way. We basically had a whole field to ourselves for most of our stay. Gorgeous walks all around, both long and short. Fantastic countryside all around. Hot showers were perfect (cost £1). We will be back. Thank you.
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Features

Coronavirus

Disinfectant sprays and wipes provided

Hand sanitising stations

More frequent emptying of bins

Shared spaces: daily deep cleaning

Shared spaces: more frequent cleaning

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Games room

Indoor swimming pool

Kids' club

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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

Single-sex groups welcome

Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue provided

Barbecues allowed

Campfires allowed

Commercial vehicles allowed

Dogs allowed

Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Budget/backpacker

Forest

Lake and/or mountain

Leave the car at home

Peaceful

Remote location

Spectacular scenery

Walkers' paradise

Wild camping

Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities

Chemical disposal

Electric car charging point(s)

Gas cylinders available

No drinkable water point

No hot water

Recycling available

Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby

Dog walk nearby

Public transport nearby

Shop nearby

Type

Farm

Medium (26-50 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby

Climbing nearby

Cycle hire nearby

Cycling nearby

Fishing nearby

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Location

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  • Maes yr Eglwys, Pen-y-cae, Swansea, Glamorgan, Wales, SA9 1GS
  • Timezone Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)   GPS 51.8398°N 3.6672°W

Nearest transport

Coach stations
Bus Station — 13.0 miles
 Railway Station — 13.6 miles
 Bus Station — 13.9 miles
Train stations
Llangadog Rail Station — 11.9 miles
 Llanwrda Rail Station — 12.2 miles
 Llandovery Rail Station — 12.2 miles
Ferry ports
Swansea Queens Dock Ferry Terminal — 19.2 miles
Airports
Swansea Airport — 23.8 miles

Directions


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

It would be difficult to land on a better location for stints in south Wales than this one: set in the Brecon Beacons National Park, it’s a five-minute drive from the National Showcaves Centre for Wales and its scenic Craig-y-Nos park. You can also hop on a horse at the local stable or hire an ebike to explore the mountains.

Head to Henrhyd Falls (15 minutes' drive) to walk behind the wall of water; you might recognise this spot from several films, including Batman. The Wales Ape & Monkey Sanctuary is nearby as well, so drop in to see the primates before meeting the meerkats at Pen-y-Cae’s microzoo (five minutes).

Wanting more waterfalls? There are three to see while wending your way along a walking loop near Pontneddfechan (15 minutes), a popular part of the national park for pottering about.

Fan of fishing? Get the rod out at the River Tawe or by the Crai Reservoir (10 minutes). You could also angle down by the sea at the Gower’s gorgeous beaches near Swansea (an hour).

Must see

  • National Showcaves of Wales (1.0 miles)
  • Penderyn Distillery Visitor Centre (8.1 miles)
  • Aberdulais Falls (12.1 miles)

National Trust

  • Aberdulais Falls (12.1 miles)
  • Aberdeunant (14.4 miles)

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

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel.

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Permitted arrival/departure time

Camping and touring
Arrive:  3:30 p.m. –  7:30 p.m.
Depart by:  10:30 a.m.

Eco Camping Wales cancellation policy

No refunds within 1 week of arrival date.

30 days or more before arrival : 25% will be retained.
29 days - 14 days before arrival : 50% will be retained.
13 days - 8 days before arrival : 90% will be retained.

Bookings cannot be amended within 5 day(s) of arrival.

The site is not liable for any refund in the event of force majeure.

No refunds/discounts for inclement weather, late arrivals or early departures.

If you need to cancel or amend your booking, please give as much notice as possible so that someone else has the chance to book. You may wish to buy holiday insurance for cancellations and for your property/injury whilst away.

Please note that your deposit is paid to Pitchup.com and is non-refundable.

Payment

A 15% non-refundable deposit is payable now. Eco Camping Wales will debit the balance from your card 12 weeks before arrival, or if the arrival date is sooner than 12 weeks then the balance will be taken immediately.

You can also opt to pay the full amount at the time of your booking, or at any point before the due date.

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  • Does Eco Camping Wales have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Eco Camping Wales dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Eco Camping Wales? It would be difficult to land on a better location for stints in south Wales than this one: set in the Brecon Beacons National Park, it’s a five-minute drive from the National … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Eco Camping Wales?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  3:30 p.m. –  7:30 p.m.
    Depart by:  10:30 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Eco Camping Wales? From £24 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party. Check prices and availability
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