Riverside Caravan and Camping Park

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Lovely bluebell
Grass pitch
G&g with awning
Gravel & grass
The river irfon
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Gravel & grass
New pitches
Lovely bluebell

  • Family-friendly site 15 minutes' drive from Builth Wells
  • Elan Valley and Brecon Beacons within a half-hour drive
  • On the banks of the River Irfon for fishing and wild swimming
There are many things that draw people to seek out riverside spots for their hols – you may fancy a bit of fishing, or perhaps you’ve got an eye on the scenic picnic potential, or maybe you secretly (or not so secretly) just yearn to get in for a wild swim… Whichever of the above you’ve got in mind matters not, for they’re all covered at Powys site Riverside Caravan and Camping Park, in little Llangammarch Wells and 15 minutes’ drive from the ancient market town of Builth Wells. As the name intimates, this four-acre park is indeed on the riverside – the banks of the Irfon river, to be more specific. Fishing is allowed on site for those clutching the correct permit, and there’s direct access to the water for those who want to cool their feet with a tentative paddle or take the plunge for a full-on swim. There’s plenty of space for open-air eats too, either a picnic or a cookout at the barbecue area; covered gazebos have also been set up just in case the weather isn’t amenable (and they’re also piled high with handy things like games of giant Jenga, footballs, hula hoops and an electricity supply for recharging your gadgets). Time out in the open air might include watching over the kids at the playground, taking the dog for a walk along the riverbank from the village or around one of the other excellent dog-walking spots locally (there’s a washing machine on site to deal with any muddy pawprints they leave you with) or ambling over to the local pub, 10 minutes’ stroll away. Being in a dark sky area, there's often also some fab stargazing to be had by night.

Campground type

Caravan sites 20
RV & Motorhome sites 20
Tent sites 20
Lodges, cabins, pods or huts 2
Caravans for hire 2
Open now
Opens 3 April
Please note
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • Group bookings of 2 or more units (e.g. tent, caravan, motorhome or accommodation hire) travelling together are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • Group bookings of 5 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
  • Single-sex bookings of 3 or more people (couples and immediate family members excepted) are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • No bachelor/bachelorette parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.
  • Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.
  • Reception is unmanned after 8 p.m.. Please inform the campground while on your way there should you expect to arrive after this time so that the team can provide information about your unit/site.
  • Guests must bring their own duvets, pillows, sheets and towels when staying in rental accommodation. You will not be allowed to stay if you do not bring these items.
  • Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the campground/park are unlit.
  • If reception is closed on arrival: please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Thu, 3 Apr to

Open from Fri, 3 Apr to

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Reviews

9.4

Overall rating from 141 Pitchup.com customers

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Child friendliness
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Peaceful

93% would recommend this campground to a friend

88% would stay here again

What customers say

Lovely, tidy, chill riverside campsite, plenty of space. Owners are super friendly & helpful, loos & showers are spotless, setting's dead peaceful. Some folks mention limited local shops, shower fees, and older facilities, but most reckon it's a ripper spot for a cruisy break.

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Beautiful location, very peaceful. Owners were very helpful. Facilities well maintained and…

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Sarah H.

Powered concrete slab caravan site

Liked Beautiful location, very peaceful. Owners were very helpful. Facilities well maintained and clean.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Would stay again, friendly owner. Nothing too much trouble.

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Lisa H.

Powered grass site

Liked Clean & tidy shower/toilet facilities. The lovely lady was in and out cleaning them all the time.

Very safe and secure site, gated access.

Horses and sheep in surrounding fields, nice rural feel.

Pretty river running at the back of the site, access down to the river was a little steep in parts but a shingle beach you can use for access (but no dogs)

Disliked Not a great deal in the local area, no shop or pub with in walkable distance so come prepared as there isn’t anything on site if you’ve forgotten something.

The site however is wonderful!

Recommend to friends Visit again

Friendly, lots of kids for ours to play with and clean toilets etc.

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Daniel C.

Unpowered grass site

Liked We stayed for 3 nights with two boys aged 11 and 9. Very friendly owners/owners parents who run site. Great location on river. Kids loved it in the river and fishing. Big central space for kids to play football, cricket etc. Toilets well cleaned, small charge for showers keeps the queues down so seems a good idea. We used it as a base after going Welsh show and went to Elan valley one day and just chilled out for a day with the kids keeping themselves busy making friends and swimming/fishing. We did some mountain biking but realised it is located among some very good riding and walking routes which we will return for.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great site with pub within yards if pitches. Good food and excellent…

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Nigel D.

Powered concrete slab caravan site

Liked Great site with pub within yards if pitches. Good food and excellent pub with live music etc

Recommend to friends Visit again

Honestly one of the best campsites i have stayed at.

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Nathan H.

Powered grass site

Liked Pitches were a good size, very accommodating owners, toilets well maintained, paddling in river very pleasant. Also there is a sheltered area with a shared fridge and freezer which was really handy

Disliked Trying to pass of 50p showers like they are doing you a favour by making it so they are more available rather than trying to offset some of the costs of running and maintaining.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great stay well worth the money Great staff Note not many local shops

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Aaron E.

Powered grass site

Liked Staff were amazing. Couldnt do enfu for you.
Lovely location clean and tidy site with the added bonus of the river running though it...

Disliked Meter for the womens shower wasnt in the cubical

Recommend to friends Visit again

Relaxing, clean and safe

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Eleanor R.

Powered grass site

Liked The location is absolutely stunning, offering picturesque views and a serene natural setting that immediately puts you at ease. The landscaping is exceptionally well maintained, with lush greenery, neatly trimmed lawns, and vibrant flower beds that create a welcoming and tranquil atmosphere throughout the property. All facilities are spotless and thoughtfully appointed, reflecting a high standard of cleanliness and care. In the evenings, the area becomes especially peaceful—quiet and calm, making it an ideal environment to unwind. This tranquil setting is perfect for families with young children, offering both safety and serenity, where kids can play freely and parents can relax. Whether you're enjoying a morning stroll or a quiet evening outdoors, the overall ambiance is one of relaxation and comfort.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Lovely quiet site, clean toilets and showers, friendly owners…

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Anonymous

Powered grass site

Liked Lovely quiet site, clean toilets and showers, friendly owners

Disliked Nithing

Recommend to friends Visit again

Tranquil campsite in rural Llammganarch Wells

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Carol M.

Powered concrete slab caravan site

Liked Peaceful, beautiful setting next to a river. Walked to the Lakeside Hotel that served gourmet food. Wonderful

Disliked Nothing to dislike

Recommend to friends Visit again

Beautiful, quiet, well-run rural site. Really enjoyed and will return.

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Anonymous

Powered grass and gravel caravan site

Liked A wonderful site! Peaceful, spacious, level, well-maintained, in a lovely rural area.
Spotless toilet/shower block, and all the practicalities are well-organised so it’s a very easy experience staying here.
Village shop a short walk away for essentials.
I enjoyed a combination of relaxing onsite and exploring offsite.
A big thank you to the amazingly helpful owners, especially for the fire-pit hire and the very useful info-sheets about walks/shops/places to eat the area.

Disliked Nothing!

Recommend to friends Visit again

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 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

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 Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Budget/backpacker Bush Lake and/or mountain Peaceful Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wildlife haven

Utilities

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

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Public transport nearby

Type

Small (11-25 sites)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby

Touring and motorhomes

Caravan storage facilities Seasonal sites

Location

Riverside Caravan and Camping Park

Llangammarch Wells

Powys

Wales

LD4 4BY

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

52.11051°N
3.56193°W

Route directions

Coming along the A483, take the turning for Llangammarch Wells. The best turnoff is either as you enter Garth from Beulah or leaving Garth from Builth Wells. Go down to the bottom of the road and turn right; the site is 100m along on the left, over the cattle grid.

Nearest transport

Coach
21.8 km Interchange
33 km Black Lion Hotel
33 km Post Office
Rail
0.6 km Llangammarch Rail Station
3.3 km Garth (Powys) Rail Station
4.9 km Llanwrtyd Rail Station

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

This part of the world has many enticing options for folk who like a good walk or bike ride on their hols: as well as local riverside paths, you might also like to consider setting off for the Elan Valley (half an hour’s drive) to ramble by lakes and waterfalls, or aim south to the trails of the Brecon Beacons National Park. For other outdoorsy days, there’s a fine golf course in Builth Wells (15 minutes) and the chance to see big birds take flight at the Red Kite Feeding Station in Rhyader (half an hour). The Brecon Mountain Railway (an hour) is a great choice for those who’d like to see the scenery at slow pace, and the Dolaucothi Roman gold mines likewise for folk intrigued by what lies beneath their feet. There’s a lot going on throughout the year in this area too – time your trip cleverly to tie in with the Hay-on-Wye Book Festival (45 minutes), the parades of fine beasts at the Royal Welsh Show (20 minutes) or the famed World Bog Snorkelling Championships (10 minutes).

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Llanrhystud 46.2 km Sea ExcellentExcellentExcellentExcellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Dolaucothi Gold Mines - National Trust 27.7 km

National Showcaves of Wales 32.4 km

Brecon Mountain Railway 37.4 km

Penderyn Distillery Visitor Centre 38.6 km

Carreg Cennen Castle 40.8 km

National Trust

Dolaucothi Gold Mines 27.7 km

Cwmmau Farmhouse 34.1 km

Aberdeunant 39.1 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

Aberedw - Rhyscog - River Edw - Aberedw 14.7 km

Aberedw -Llewelyn's Cave - Aberedw Rocks - Erwood Craft Centre 14.8 km

Erwood Craft Centre - Aberedw Rocks - Erwood Craft Centre 16.1 km

Llanerchi - Garreg Ddu Reservoir - Elan Valley Trail - Llanerchi 17.1 km

GWENFFRWD/DINAS (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 03/08/1978) 17.5 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.

Nearest campgrounds

Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable campgrounds.

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Riverside Caravan and Camping Park have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Riverside Caravan and Camping Park dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Riverside Caravan and Camping Park? This part of the world has many enticing options for folk who like a good walk or bike ride on their hols: as well as local riverside paths, you might also like … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Riverside Caravan and Camping Park?
    Camping and caravan
    Arrive:  1:30 p.m. –  8 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
    On-site accommodation
    Arrive:  2 p.m. –  8 p.m.
    Depart by:  10 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Riverside Caravan and Camping Park? From $45.07 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.