Parkwood Outdoors Dolygaer
View prices & book- Adventure-focused stays at an activity centre in the Brecon Beacons
- Off the Pontsticill reservoir within 15 mins’ drive of Merthyr Tydfil
- Gorge walking, paddleboarding, climbing and caving organised from site
Campground type
- 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.
- Entertainment and activities are available between 05/01 and 31/12.
- No cars/motorcycles at the site. All cars must be parked in the designated area.
- Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.
- Reception is unmanned after 5 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.
- The camping areas are 254m from the carpark and wheelbarrows are available to help you carry your items to your pitch. The maximum vehicle height allowed is 11ft.
Languages spoken
English
Pitch types & availability
Stream Side unpowered grass tent site
4 people maximum Ground type: Grass
Site size: Min 4.0m width x 4.0m depth (13.1ft width x 13.1ft depth) Calculated area: 16.0m² (172.2ft²)
Arrival daysFrom GBP 17 (GBP 17) 1 night, 2 adults
View prices & bookReservoir View unpowered grass tent site
6 people maximum Ground type: Grass
Site size: Max 5.0m width x 5.0m depth (16.4ft width x 16.4ft depth) Calculated area: 25.0m² (269.1ft²)
Arrival daysFrom GBP 21 (GBP 21) 1 night, 2 adults
View prices & book1 bedroom cottage / chalet / bungalow (ensuite)
4 people maximum Wifi at the unit/site 1 bedroom Dimensions: 10.0m width x 20.0m length (32.8ft width x 65.6ft length) Calculated area: 200.0m² (2152.8ft²)
Arrival daysFrom GBP 70 (GBP 70) 1 night, 2 adults
View prices & bookReservoir View 1 bedroom camping pod
4 people maximum No dogs allowed 1 bedroom Dimensions: 8.0m width x 3.0m length (26.2ft width x 9.8ft length) Calculated area: 24.0m² (258.3ft²)
Arrival daysFrom GBP 90 (GBP 90) 1 night, 2 adults
View prices & book2 bedroom cottage / chalet / bungalow
8 people maximum Wifi at the unit/site 2 bedrooms Dimensions: 10.0m width x 20.0m length (32.8ft width x 65.6ft length) Calculated area: 200.0m² (2152.8ft²)
Arrival daysFrom GBP 180 (GBP 180) 1 night, 2 adults
View prices & book12 bedroom bunkhouse (bunk beds)
14 people maximum Wifi at the unit/site 12 bedrooms Dimensions: 20.0m width x 50.0m length (65.6ft width x 164.0ft length) Calculated area: 1000.0m² (10763.9ft²)
Arrival daysFrom GBP 660 (GBP 660) 1 night, 2 adults
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Reviews
Voted 71% of visitors View breakdown
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Stream Side unpowered grass tent site
Liked: Location, tranquility, nearby activities
Disliked: Cold brrrrrrrr
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Was a lovely little campsite, perfect for a trek in the beacons.…
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Stream Side unpowered grass tent site
Liked: Was a lovely little campsite, perfect for a trek in the beacons. Loved the EV charger facilities.
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Wouldn't stay again but would visit for activites or walks.
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Stream Side unpowered grass tent site
Liked: Surroundings. Beautiful place.
Disliked: Dirty facilities, wheelbarrows for stuff difficult to find. Really far away from car park.
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Adequate but I certainly wouldn’t return
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Powered grass and gravel motorhome site
Liked: It was in a perfect place for me. Facilities were adequate.
Disliked: As I was there for an activity the reception/ shop was never open for my use. They allowed someone to park on my pitch but refused me a rebate. Difficult finding a parking space for campers. We did wonder if they overbooked and just didn’t have the room.
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Stream Side unpowered grass tent site
Liked: Quite a cool place to stay. Staff friendly, helpful and informative when I spoke to them.
Disliked: It rained (nothing to do with the campsite though… just Wales.. and before you say anything… I am joking).
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Location, lake and woods.…
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1 bedroom cottage / chalet / bungalow (ensuite)
Liked: Location, lake and woods.
Disliked: We slept in the chalet n. 3, there was a smell in the toilet and tents and other stuff like pavement etc were old and dirty. The reception also forgot to leave the keys in the locker (as agreed by phone as we arrived late, at 8 pm) so we had to come back to the nearest village to call the emergency number and wait for 30-45 minutes for someone to bring us the keys.
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Stream Side unpowered grass tent site
Liked: Scenery
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Beautiful views
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Powered grass and gravel motorhome site
Liked: The view was absolutely stunning. We stayed in the electric set up and could see views of the reservoir from our pitch. The facilities were good. Food was available to order from the cafe which was really tasty and reasonably priced. Staff were very friendly and helpful.
Disliked: The showers weren’t very private. It was a row of shower cubicles with just a shower curtain at the entrance. Poor signal due to the location of the campsite but Wi-Fi is available at the cafe.
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Nice and quiet place with lovely views. Remote location without internet and…
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Liked: Nice and quiet place with lovely views. Remote location without internet and network cover just great to rest and chill.
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Lovely place very spacious and chilled. Lots to do, lovely showers and…
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Stream Side unpowered grass tent site
Liked: Lovely place very spacious and chilled. Lots to do, lovely showers and cafe on site.
Disliked: Singal issues but was nice to have a break from reality.
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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 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 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 yearThemes
Budget/backpacker Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradiseUtilities
Charging facilities Dump point Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearbyType
Large (51-200 sites)Accessibility
Disabled facilitiesNearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Fishing nearby Indoor pool nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Watersports nearbyLocation
Parkwood Outdoors Dolygaer
Dolygaer
Pontsticill
Pontsticill
Glamorgan
Wales
CF48 2UR
Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
51.82147°N
-3.36583°W
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 |
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Aberafan | 40.2 km | Estuary | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
Trecco Bay Porthcawl | 44.2 km | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Sandy Bay Porthcawl | 44.4 km | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Rest Bay Porthcawl | 44.5 km | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Southerndown | 44.9 km | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Brecon Mountain Railway 2.7 km
Penderyn Distillery Visitor Centre 12.4 km
Big Pit: National Coal Museum 18.8 km
Blaenavon Ironworks 19.6 km
Blaenavon World Heritage Centre & Tourist Information Centre 20 km
National Trust
Aberdulais Falls 32.6 km
Skenfrith Castle 39.9 km
Cwmmau Farmhouse 42.2 km
Aberdeunant 43.9 km
The Kymin 46.5 km
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Torpantau - Neuadd Reservoirs - Torpantau 2 km
Pont Blaen y glyn - Craig y Fan Ddu - Nant Caerfanel - Pont Blaen y glyn 2.6 km
The Taff Trail: Pontsticill to Cefn Coed 2.7 km
Torpantau - Graig Fan Las - Craig Cwareli 2.8 km
Cefn Yr Ystrad 3.7 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 sites.
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Parkwood Outdoors Dolygaer have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Parkwood Outdoors Dolygaer dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Parkwood Outdoors Dolygaer? Keen on investigating south Wales' industrial heritage? Set off to Cyfarthfa Castle (20 minutes’ drive) for a mansion belonging to the Crawshays, the family who owned the old Cyfarthfa Ironworks, or head … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Parkwood Outdoors Dolygaer?
Camping and caravan Arrive: noon – Anytime Depart by: 11 a.m. On-site accommodation Arrive: 3 p.m. – Anytime Depart by: 10 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Parkwood Outdoors Dolygaer? From $33.31 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.