Gypsy Castle Camping
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- Semi-wild site on the edge of the Brecon Beacons National Park
- Central Hay-on-Wye 15 minutes' walk away; Hereford 25 minutes by car
- Small-scale site with ample space; well-behaved dogs welcome
Site type
- 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.
- At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Fri, 6 Jun to
Pitch types & availability
Power optional grass tent or motorhome site
Max. persons unlimited
Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 7m width × 7m depth (49m²)
Arrival daysFrom £20 (£20)
View prices & bookPower optional grass tent or trailer tent site
Max. persons unlimited
Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 7m width × 7m depth (49m²)
Arrival daysFrom £20 (£20)
View prices & book
Reviews
97% would recommend this site to a friend
94% would stay here again
What customers say
Great campsite, quiet, friendly, with amazing views. Easy walk to Hay-on-Wye. Owner Colin is helpful, facilities are clean (hot showers in horse boxes). Basic amenities but great value, location & views.
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Beautiful views and very quiet site. Colin messaged me to tell me…
Power optional grass tent or motorhome site
Liked Beautiful views and very quiet site. Colin messaged me to tell me where the EHU’s are and to choose where to park. He came round twice a day to say hello and to clean the toilets etc . I will definitely stay here again .
Disliked Nothing
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From the manager: Thank you very much for all your positive views ,they r much appreciated Colin
Nice but very basic
Power optional grass tent or motorhome site
Liked Beautiful views, easy walk into Hay, red kites overhead. Lots of hot water in the shower. The owner is very nice and helpful.
Disliked Portaloos! No hot water at the sinks.
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From the manager: Thank you for your positive points ,I refer u yo the info on pitch up "portoloos and basic facilities "it is not financially viable to invest when we r only allowed 28 days a year thak you Colin
Shower was good, peaceful site…
Power optional grass tent or trailer tent site
Liked Shower was good, peaceful site
Disliked Portaloos, clean but still portaloos
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From the manager: Thank you for your review I felt it was a bit harsh as wd r only a pip up site open for 28 days a year . Thanks Colin
A lovely site with stunning views. Kept very well and basic facilities…
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Liked A lovely site with stunning views. Kept very well and basic facilities were kept clean. Certainly worth a visit . I will be back.
Disliked Nothing to dislike.
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From the manager: Thank you for your positive review Colin
Lovely quiet campsite close to the river
Power optional grass tent or trailer tent site
Liked Very nice location. Close to the river so that you can drop your kayak in. Lovely hot shower in a horse box and Colin the owner is very friendly and helpful. We had a fantastic weekend!😊
Disliked Nothing
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From the manager: Thank you for your positive review Colin
Well maintained and a lovely little spot! Easy walking distance to the…
Power optional grass tent or motorhome site
Liked Well maintained and a lovely little spot! Easy walking distance to the town and the Warren. Colin was very welcoming and looked after the place well.
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From the manager: Thank you very much 4 your positive feed back Colin
Nice relaxed site with a great host.
Power optional grass tent or motorhome site
Liked Nice relaxed site a short walk away from town. Colin is a lovely host, checks in with his guests every day and makes sure toilets and showers are clean. Loved watching the red kites flying about.
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From the manager: Many thanks for the positive comments Colin 😀
Clean, efficient amenities...great shower! Generous site with good views. Pitches were mostly…
Power optional grass tent or motorhome site
Liked Clean, efficient amenities...great shower! Generous site with good views. Pitches were mostly on the flat.
Disliked Was not clear where to leave rubbish or not to leave rubbish.
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From the manager: Thank you for your positive feed back ,the big sign next to the toilet asked u to please take all your rubbish home with you ,perhaps I should highlight it better Colin
This was a great site to visit. Colin was greatwith communication.
Power optional grass tent or motorhome site
Liked Was a great trip.
Easy to find location.
Well kept site.
Clean amenities.
Electric hook-up.
Good views.
Close to Hay-on-Wye.
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From the manager: Thank you for the positive feedback Colin
Quiet site with good views but very limited facilities
Power optional grass tent or motorhome site
Liked Very quiet, rural site with views over the surround fields and hills. Quiet site. Short walk along the old railway line into Hay on Wye and down to the Warren where there are riverside fields and swimming spots.
Disliked Only two portaloos for toilets, washing up facilities open to the elements, just a couple of sinks in the middle of the field.
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From the manager: Thank you for your feedback ,we are what we r a pop up camp site for 26 days a year
Features
Portable toilet
Pop-up campground
Dogs 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
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 yearUtilities
Charging facilities Dump point Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearbyType
Pop-up campground Small (11-25 sites)Nearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Horse riding nearby Mountain biking nearby Sailing nearby Tennis nearbyLocation
Gypsy Castle Camping
Gypsy Castle Lane
Hay-on-Wye
Powys
Wales
HR3 5PW
Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
52.06963°N
3.14255°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
Must see
Blaenavon Ironworks 32.8 km
Big Pit: National Coal Museum 33.3 km
Blaenavon World Heritage Centre & Tourist Information Centre 33.3 km
Brecon Mountain Railway 33.9 km
Raglan Castle 38.9 km
National Trust
Cwmmau Farmhouse 10.6 km
The Weir 22.1 km
Skenfrith Castle 31.9 km
Croft Castle and Parkland 33 km
The Kymin 42.4 km
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Hay on Wye - Offa's Dyke Path - Penhenallt - Hay Common - Hay 0n Wye 1.2 km
St Mary's Church - Cusop Dingle - New Forest Farm 2.2 km
Cusop - New House Wood - Cusop Dingle - Cusop 2.2 km
Stone Circle - Hay Bluff - Black Hill - Monnow Valley Walk - Stone Circle 5 km
Near Ffynnon Gynydd - The Begwns - near Ffynnon Gynydd 5.9 km
Local events
- Green Man Festival (Thursday, 14 August 2025 – Thursday, 14 August 2025)
Crickhowell, Wales 22.6 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
Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable sites.
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Gypsy Castle Camping have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Gypsy Castle Camping dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Gypsy Castle Camping? To fully take advantage of being so close to the Wye, you'll want to spend a generous portion of your holiday messing about by, in or on the water. Local coarse fishing … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Gypsy Castle Camping?
Camping and caravan Arrive: 3 p.m. – 8 p.m. Depart by: noon - How much does it cost to stay at Gypsy Castle Camping? From $45.34 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.