Tal-y-Fan Farm
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- Camping on a hilltop smallholding with mountain and sea views
- A 25-minute drive from Porthcawl; 50 minutes to the Brecon Beacons
- Alpaca, pigs and poultry on site; access down a private gravel track
Site type
5
2Languages spoken
English
Open from Sun, 1 Jun to
Pitch types & availability
Unpowered grass tent or trailer tent site
6 people maximum 
No dogs allowed Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: unlimited
Arrival daysFrom £30 (£30) 1 night, 2 adults
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Stargazer bell tent
6 people maximum No dogs allowed Dimensions: 6.0m width x 6.0m length (19.7ft width x 19.7ft length) Calculated area: 36.0m² (387.5ft²)
Arrival daysFrom £95 (£95) 1 night, 2 adults
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Reviews
Voted 88% of visitors View breakdown
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would stay here again
Only showing reviews for the last 30 months.
Relaxing surroundings, amazing host and big pitches
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Unpowered grass tent or trailer tent site
Liked: Everything. The plots were large, the host was lovely and it had basic facilities that you need.
Suzanne was very helpful, firewood available for small fire pits and recycling boxes. Suzanne will provide meals as ordered, we didn't try these but there was a lovely selection on offer.
30 odd mins to Cardiff, lovely drive to Porthcawl and Swansea.
I would love to stay again. Hopefully with better weather.
Disliked: The narrow lane to property however there are other entry options that aren't as tight.
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So glad were came here
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Unpowered grass tent or trailer tent site
Liked: Owners really friendly, hot water in shower, nicest compost toilet I've ever used, nice size level pitch. Fire pit provided so lots of opportunities for smores and fire cooking, keeping teens and toddler entertained. Animals to see, beautiful view, feels really rural but nicely accessible to shops and m4. Owners contacted me over expected bad weather and were really helpful over it. Good phone signal with Three. Bottom line we thoroughly enjoyed our stay! 😊
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Simple quiet site, very generous pitch sizes, amazing views, extremely welcoming host,…
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Unpowered grass tent or trailer tent site
Liked: Simple quiet site, very generous pitch sizes, amazing views, extremely welcoming host, good hot meals available.
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The perfect host and getaway
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Unpowered grass tent or trailer tent site
Liked: What a wonderful host Suzanne is!
Very friendly, welcoming, and helpful.
Her husband even helped repeg our tent when the wind was up, and Suzanne leant us a tool to help dismantle when done.
On site catering was very appreciated after a rainy night - the bacon sandwich and tea very welcome!
There was a fire pit included, and roasting marshmallows is very important to us, so appreciated.
Site itself is lovely, very rural and felt like a proper camping experience, which was needed.
Pitch size was huge, and the small number of guests at a time made sure we felt relaxed and not at all crowded.
Disliked: The road getting to the site was challenging for a little car like mine. Just go very, very slowly!
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Schöner kleiner Platz in traumhafter Lage!
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Unpowered grass tent or trailer tent site
Liked: - Traumhafte Lage
- Kleiner Campingplatz mit großer Stellfläche
- Freundliche und hilfsbereite Platzbetreiberin
- kleiner Kinderspielplatz
- Tiere (Alpakas, Schweine, Hünher, Gänse, Schafe) toll für die Kinder
- Handys konnten wir im Haus der Platzbetreiberin laden lassen
Disliked: - V.a. die Gäse können sich frei auf dem ganzen Platz bewegen und hinterlassen überall ihre Spuren. Vor allem vor der Toilette am Wasserhahn sind reichlich Hinterlassenschaften vorhanden.
- Keine Spülbecken
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Animals, the lady renting the place and the composting toilet…
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Unpowered grass tent or trailer tent site
Liked: Animals, the lady renting the place and the composting toilet
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Can't wait to return
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Luna bell tent (large)
Liked: Suzanne was such an incredible host, friendly and attentive. The tent was clean and decorated beautifully, so spacious and yet warm! We absolutely loved the animals, they made the stay even more enjoyable! All amenities were excellent the kitchen was well equipped, the toilet was easy to use and everything you need to buy from the host food, wood etc!
Disliked: Absolutely nothing!
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Everything about this place is just amazing. If you are looking for a…
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Unpowered grass tent or trailer tent site
Liked: Everything about this place is just amazing.
If you are looking for a back to basics campsite but with a host who can't do enough for you to make it as comfortable as they physically can...THIS IS THE PLACE! Suzanne is always on hand to make homemade meals if needed at a fantastic price, and there to give a helping hand with anything.
The site is completely spotless, quiet, just the perfect place to get back to nature. The kids LOVED the pigs, chickens, geese and alpacas, even given the chance to feed them. The views of the sea and surrounding valleys are incredible. Not far from the local sainsburys, and a short drive from the beach. Will not hesitate to come back here again. Thank you for a wonderful stay
Disliked: Absolutely nothing
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Great for families definitely recommend
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Liked: The view is amazing, it's so peaceful and the farm animals were nice to see around. The owner was very polite and welcoming.
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Everything. Beautiful, peaceful location. Lovely to have animals pottering around. Delicious…
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Liked: Everything.
Beautiful, peaceful location. Lovely to have animals pottering around. Delicious breakfast with wonderful view. Suzanne could not have been more friendly and helpful
Disliked: Nothing
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Features
No dogs allowed
Pop-up campground
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
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed No dogs allowedThemes
Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Wild campingUtilities
Charging facilities Dump point Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearbyType
Farm Pop-up campground Tiny (1-10 sites)Accessibility
Disabled facilitiesNearby leisure
Cycling nearby Mountain biking nearbyLocation
Tal-y-Fan Farm
Blackmill
Bridgend
Glamorgan
Wales
CF35 6UD
Directions Timezone
Europe/London GMT (GMT+00:00)
GPS
51.56707°N
-3.54991°W
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 |
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| Trecco Bay Porthcawl | 13.7 km | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Southerndown | 14 km | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Sandy Bay Porthcawl | 14 km | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Rest Bay Porthcawl | 14.9 km | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Aberafan | 18.7 km | Estuary | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Aberdulais Falls 20.1 km
Castell Coch 21 km
St Fagans: National History Museum 21.1 km
Penderyn Distillery Visitor Centre 22 km
Caerphilly Castle 22.7 km
National Trust
Aberdulais Falls 20.1 km
Holnicote Estate 40.2 km
Watersmeet 42 km
Dunster Working Watermill 43.5 km
Dunster Castle 43.6 km
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Ogmore Down - Dunraven Bay - St Bride's Major 10.5 km
Ogmore - Candleston - Merthyr Mawr 10.5 km
Treherbert to Aberdare 11.8 km
Abercregan - Coed Morgannwg Way - Pontrhydyfen 12.8 km
Abercregan - Glyncorrwg - Abercregan 12.8 km
Local events
- Green Man Festival (Thursday, 14 August 2025 – Thursday, 14 August 2025)
Crickhowell, Wales 42.1 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.
Offers
Conditions apply - see pitch type section for details
Nearest sites
Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable sites.
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Tal-y-Fan Farm have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Tal-y-Fan Farm dog friendly? No View all features
- What attractions are near Tal-y-Fan Farm? Attractions and activities nearby include: - Bryngarw Country Park (walks and picnics): 10 minutes’ drive - Rest Bay (surfboard and paddleboard hire): 25 minutes - Porthcawl (fairground, lively seafront and watersports): 25 … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Tal-y-Fan Farm?
Read moreCamping and caravan Arrive: 1 p.m. – 8 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. On-site accommodation Arrive: 2 p.m. – 8 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Tal-y-Fan Farm? From $65.41 (for 1 night, 6 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.