Basecamp Wales
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- Afan Forest Park site with bike hire and pretty Glamorgan views
- Afan Bike Park 15 minutes’ drive; National Showcaves Centre 45 minutes
- Licensed café and restaurant; bike wash and repair shop; playground
Site type
10
6
Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.- The site does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. XL Bully, Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
- A charge of £1.50 (€1.81) applies for the use of the shower.
- Continental touring caravans (caravans built with the passenger door on the right-hand side) are not permitted.
- Reception is unmanned after 4 p.m.. Please inform the site while on your way there should you expect to arrive after this time, so that the team can provide information about your unit/pitch.
- Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the site are unlit.
- Extra cars may be brought but must be parked off-site; council-managed pay-and-display parking is available nearby.
Languages spoken
English
Welsh
Pitch types & availability
Non-electric gravel motorhome pitch
6 people maximum Ground type: Gravel
Pitch size: Max 4m width × 8m depth
Calculated area: 32m²
Arrival daysFrom £17 (£17)
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Electric gravel motorhome pitch
6 people maximum Ground type: Gravel
Pitch size: Max 4m width × 8m depth
Calculated area: 32m²
Arrival daysFrom £25 (£25)
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Reviews
73% would recommend this site to a friend
65% would stay here again
What customers say
Fantastic for biking/walking, with top-notch facilities. Cafe's a hit! Some pitches are in a car park, close/sloping. Showers limited outside cafe hours.
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- The on-site mountain biking tracks and bike rental were fab, reasonably…
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked - The on-site mountain biking tracks and bike rental were fab, reasonably priced, and the staff were brill.
- The location wasn't too far from the coast, and has a good Tesco and hospital close by.
- Excellent price
- The ability to have fires so easily is great. I may have missed it, but the option to buy wood for fires would be a lovely addition
Disliked - It would be nice to have a water source closer to the pitches
- The key system out of hours is a bit finicky, and would be better if replaced by a code-locked door that can be left latched during the day.
- More of a heads up, bit the whole pitch is on a rather steep hill, so be prepared to end up against the side of your tent.
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good communication, helped out with our late arrival, clean facilities and perfect…
Electric gravel motorhome pitch
Liked good communication, helped out with our late arrival, clean facilities and perfect access to afan forest for bike trials, we will be back
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Overpriced for a very basic pitch.
Electric gravel motorhome pitch
Liked The toilets were very clean.
good location for cycling and walking but we were very glad to only be using it as a quick overnight stop.
Disliked The signage was very poor for the campervan, we were sent What3words but telling us it was actually the car park would have saved us a trip up a steep hill.
Pitch was flat and close to the shower block but there was only one key in a fiddly key box. Couldn't have a shower as we arrived after 4pm so unable to buy a token.
The pitch was just a carpark space so if 2 other vans had turned up then it would have been snug.
All of this would be ok if it was very clear from the website and did not cost £25!!!!!!!
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Great communication, all went down hill from there!
Non-electric gravel motorhome pitch
Liked Communication was great
Disliked The site was a public car park about 10 years from a main road. We drove straight out and went home.
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Don't let the reviews put you off.
Electric gravel motorhome pitch
Liked Pristine toilets, beautiful scenery, bus into town, port talbot and neath. Mining museum, great cafe with Internet. Friendly and helpful staff. Lovely walks. We had electric hook up.
Disliked No phone signal, tv reception or Internet in the motorhome. A bit hard to navigate the entrance. The ehu is at the end of the public car park, first left before base camp.
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Excellent van camping spot with spotless showers by the mtb trails
Non-electric gravel motorhome pitch
Liked The facilities while basic were spotless.
Really quiet in the evening - think we were the only van there after the first night.
Right on the start or the mtb trails and marked walking trails.
Disliked Van parking isn’t very level if you don’t opt for the electric hookup. Big wedges needed unless you manage to get creative with the curb.
£1.50 for a token for the showers though that does give you 5mins
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Perfect for a cheap getaway not for fair weather campers
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked Right on the mountain bike trails which were great. Cafe was excellent, not cheap but very nice. Although you can't park next to the tent you can park very close so not bad at all. People were very friendly and happy to help. Very good for the price. The location and views are amazing.
Disliked The pitch is on a slant so you have to pitch with that in mind. There is a steep hill to get to the facilities. Cafe only opened 10am-4pm so no chance of early breakfast or a late snack/drink. Not sure if use WiFi at the cafe as no signs
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Would maybe stopover 1 night, but definatley not 3 again
Electric gravel motorhome pitch
Liked Great walks, museum very informative.
Disliked Not really a campsite, really just a one night stopover. Resturant closed different time each of the 3 nights we were there. Told us on arrival 9:30. Closed 8 first night, 6:30 second night and 6 third night. So be aware
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Please remember It's a base camp not a holiday park.
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked Everything
Disliked Nothing
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Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked Great facilities, all spotless. Base camp Cafe is fantastic for breakfast or dinner. Well labeled walks and cycle paths and great park for the kids.
Disliked Needs to be managed better have some sort of rule no noise after 10 am etc we had people drinking running past the tent at 1am etc with the kids sleeping not ideal
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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 pitch/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Picnic table 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 yearCamping 2.0
Jumbo tent pitchesThemes
Budget/backpacker Forest Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wild camping Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearby Shop nearbyType
Small (11-25 pitches)Accessibility
Accessible parking at pitch Bathrooms: Large spacious shower Bathrooms: Large spacious toilet Bathrooms: Step-free access Bathrooms: Wheelchair accessible shower Bathrooms: Wheelchair accessible toilet Bathrooms: Wide doorways (over 30 inches/75cm) Smooth, hard roads e.g. tarmacNearby leisure
Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Indoor pool nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearbyTouring and motorhomes
Drainage hook-up points for tourers Motorhome service pointLocation
Basecamp Wales
Afan Forest Park
Cynonville
Port Talbot
Glamorgan
Wales
SA13 3HG
Directions Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
51.64164°N
3.70462°W
Route directions
Nearest transport
Coach
Rail
Ferry
AirportPlease 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aberafan | 9.5 km | Estuary | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
| Rest Bay Porthcawl | 17.1 km | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Swansea Bay | 18 km | Estuary | Good | Good | N/A | Good |
| Sandy Bay Porthcawl | 18.2 km | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Trecco Bay Porthcawl | 18.4 km | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Aberdulais Falls 6.6 km
National Waterfront Museum 16.5 km
Penderyn Distillery Visitor Centre 18.6 km
National Showcaves of Wales 20.9 km
Carreg Cennen Castle 28.8 km
National Trust
Aberdulais Falls 6.6 km
Aberdeunant 33.6 km
Rhossili Visitor Centre and Shop 41.3 km
Watersmeet 47.1 km
Dolaucothi Gold Mines 48 km
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Abercregan - Glyncorrwg - Abercregan 3.2 km
Abercregan - Coed Morgannwg Way - Pontrhydyfen 3.2 km
Treherbert to Aberdare 12.1 km
Kenfig Pool - Kenfig Burrows - Sker Beach 14.1 km
Pontneddfechan - Scwd Einion Gam Waterfall 14.9 km
Local events
- Green Man Festival (Thursday 14 August 2025 – Thursday 14 August 2025)
Crickhowell, Wales 44.2 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 sites
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Basecamp Wales have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Basecamp Wales dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Basecamp Wales? Afan Forest Park (accessed from the site) has a diverse range of bike trails suitable for all skill levels, from a beginner-friendly short loop to a challenging black trail that can take … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Basecamp Wales?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: noon – Anytime Depart by: noon - How much does it cost to stay at Basecamp Wales? From €13.87 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.