When can I check in and check out of Powys River Pods?

On-site accommodation Arrive: 3 p.m. – 10 p.m. Depart by: 10 a.m. Read more

How much does it cost to stay at Powys River Pods?

From $598.51 (for 2 nights, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.

Powys River Pods

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Well-equipped pods on the banks of the River Irfon near Builth Wells
A 15-minute drive to Royal Welsh Showground; Brecon Beacons 30 mins
Fishing and paddleboarding from the site's mile of river frontage

Filled your car with fishing gear so there’s no space left for a tent? Riding the brilliant biking roads of Mid Wales and looking for an overnight base? Or maybe you just like the comfort that comes from having a roof over your head during your rural break? Make your way to Powys River Pods, a rural site with pods 10 minutes' drive from Builth Wells. Just a little way off the A483, it's also motorcycle-friendly. With over a mile of private river frontage to its name, this quiet spot is a particular treat for fishing guests, who’ll be able to settle down right here on site to fish for trout, salmon, grayling and sewin. You’ll be able to launch paddleboards here too (with kit hire and instruction available on site), and the surrounding area is packed with other outdoor activities including hiking, mountain biking, horse riding and wildlife spotting. Fill your days with as many activities as you like, safe in the knowledge that you’ll not have to expend any energy getting your accommodation sorted back at base. Each of the wooden pods here is ready to move into, with bed linen and towels provided to keep your packing list short (or give you more space for fishing gear…) Each cosy pod has its own ensuite bathroom and a well-equipped kitchen area (with a fridge, microwave, kettle and toaster), plus handy extras like heating and a TV. Outside, there’s a picnic table and a barbecue so you can spend your evenings tending the grill while soaking up the lovely views out over the river and the surrounding meadows and woods.

Campground type

Open all year

Please note

Your dog must be tattooed or microchipped.
The campground/park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. 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.
No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
Guests under the age of 25 are not allowed on site.
At least one of the party members must be aged 30 or over.
No naked flames are allowed inside the hired accommodation units.
Fires, barbecues and/or firepits will not be permitted in dry, windy and/or hot weather conditions.

Languages spoken

English

Site types & availability

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Features

Dogs allowed

Adults only

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 site/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundry Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Adults only Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Bush Lake and/or mountain Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Dump point Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby

Type

Large (51-200 sites)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby

Location

Powys River Pods

Irfon River Holiday Park

Upper Chapel Road

Garth

Builth Wells

Powys

Wales

LD4 4BH

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)

GPS

52.13297°N
3.5207°W

Nearest transport

Coach

22.7 km Interchange

30.9 km Black Lion Hotel

31 km Post Office

Rail

0.6 km Garth (Powys) Rail Station

3.1 km Llangammarch Rail Station

4.8 km Cilmeri Rail Station

Ferry

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

Fishing is a top pick here, unsurprisingly – and as well as the river on site there are other good spots nearby along the Wye or Usk, or up in the Elan Valley (40 minutes' drive away). Not that it’s all about the fishing, of course – the Elan Valley is also a fabulous place for a walk, and there are heaps of excellent routes to follow in the Brecon Beacons National Park (half an hour). Horse riding, mountain bike trails and various watersports can all be organised in the local area too – but if all that sounds a bit tiring, there are more leisurely options too. The Red Kite Feeding Station (25 minutes) is a great place to see these fabulous birds up close, or you could peruse the many bookshops in Hay-on-Wye (40 minutes) or head underground at the National Showcaves Centre for Wales (50 minutes). Staying a bit more local, it’s always worth checking what’s on at the Royal Welsh Showground (15 minutes) – it hosts hundreds of events each year as well as the flagship Royal Welsh Show in the summer.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name	Distance	Type	2020	2019	2018	2017
Llanrhystud	47.7 km	Sea	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Dolaucothi Gold Mines - National Trust 31.1 km

National Showcaves of Wales 35.6 km

Brecon Mountain Railway 38.9 km

Penderyn Distillery Visitor Centre 41 km

Carreg Cennen Castle 44.5 km

National Trust

Cwmmau Farmhouse 31 km

Dolaucothi Gold Mines 31.1 km

Aberdeunant 42.9 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

Aberedw - Rhyscog - River Edw - Aberedw 11.9 km

Aberedw -Llewelyn's Cave - Aberedw Rocks - Erwood Craft Centre 12.2 km

Erwood Craft Centre - Aberedw Rocks - Erwood Craft Centre 14 km

CARNGAFALLT (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 30/11/1990) 15.4 km

Llanerchi - Garreg Ddu Reservoir - Elan Valley Trail - Llanerchi 15.4 km

Local events

Green Man Festival (Thursday 14 August 2025 – Thursday 14 August 2025)
Crickhowell, Wales 37.8 km

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.

Policies

Booking terms and conditions

Admission

At least one of the party members must be aged 30 or over.

Dogs

A valid vaccination certificate must accompany your dog.

Safety

Barbecues are permitted but must be raised off the ground and attended by an adult at all times.

Changes to your holiday

Bookings cannot be amended within 14 day(s) of arrival.

Dogs

Dogs must be kept on leads and supervised at all times.

Safety

Firearms are not permitted.
Fires, barbecues and/or firepits will not be permitted in dry, windy and/or hot weather conditions.

Admission

Guests under the age of 25 are not allowed on site.

Hired accommodation

Hired accommodation: a GBP100.00 ($194.28) damage/cleanliness deposit hold is required prior to arrival and will be released within 24 hours of your departure date after inspection of your unit should no damage/losses be found. The damage deposit will automatically be pre-authorised in advance on the card used to make your booking.

Extras

Motorbike(s) can be brought instead of the car(s) included.

Occupancy

No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.

Hired accommodation

No naked flames are allowed inside the hired accommodation units.

Arrivals and departures

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

General

Quiet hours must be respected between 11 p.m. and 7 a.m..
Radio, music and TV players must be kept at a low volume. Car doors and boots must be closed quietly.

Dogs

The campground/park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. 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.
Your dog must be tattooed or microchipped.

Payment terms

Nearest campgrounds

Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable campgrounds.

Frequently asked questions

Does Powys River Pods have a swimming pool? No View all features
Is Powys River Pods dog friendly? Yes View all features
What attractions are near Powys River Pods? Fishing is a top pick here, unsurprisingly – and as well as the river on site there are other good spots nearby along the Wye or Usk, or up in the Elan … Read more
When can I check in and check out of Powys River Pods?

On-site accommodation

Arrive: 3 p.m. – 10 p.m.

Depart by: 10 a.m.

Read more
How much does it cost to stay at Powys River Pods? From $598.51 (for 2 nights, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.