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

On-park 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 $162.15 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.

Powys River Pods

From £95 For 1 night, 2 adults

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Camping pods (added by manager 01 mar 2024)

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.

Site type

Open all year

Please note

Your dog must be tattooed or microchipped.
The campground/park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Breed-specific legislation (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 bachelor/bachelorette 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

Pitch types & availability

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Features

Dogs allowed

Adults only

Leisure on park

Bar or club house

Cycle hire

Evening entertainment

Fishing

Fitness centre

Indoor swimming pool

Kids' club

On-site restaurant/cafe

Outdoor swimming pool

Playground

Recreation room/arcade

TV room

Takeout

Tennis

Watersports

Amenities on park

Bath available

Car parking by site/unit

Composting toilet

Disabled facilities

Dog park

Drying room

Free wifi

Grocery store

Ice pack freezing

Internet access

Laundromat

Parent & baby washroom

Payphone

Pick-up from public transport

Portable toilet

Pub toilets

Restrooms

Shower available

Washing-up area

Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly

Motorcycle friendly

Single-sex groups welcome

Student groups welcome

Rules

Adults only

Barbecue grills allowed

Barbecue provided

Campfires allowed

Commercial vehicles allowed

Dogs allowed

Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Forest

Hikers’ paradise

Lake and/or mountain

Peaceful

Remote location

Spectacular scenery

Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities

Dump station

Electric car charging point(s)

Propane/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

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

The Hay Festival (Thursday, May 23, 2024 – Thursday, May 23, 2024)
Hay-on-Wye, England 27.9 km
Green Man Festival (Thursday, August 15, 2024 – Thursday, August 15, 2024)
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 leashes 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 £100.00 ($173.22) 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-authorized in advance on the card used to make your booking.

Extras

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

Occupancy

No bachelor/bachelorette 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 trunks must be closed quietly.

Dogs

The campground/park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Breed-specific legislation (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

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-park 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 $162.15 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.