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 campground/park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dog Act (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
- A charge of £1.50 ($3.43) 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 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.
- 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
7 
Unpowered grass tent site (sloping)
8 people maximum Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 5m width × 5m depth (25m²)
Arrival daysFrom £12 (£12)
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Unpowered gravel motorhome site
6 people maximum Ground type: Gravel
Pitch size: Max 4m width × 8m depth (32m²)
Arrival daysFrom £17 (£17)
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Powered gravel motorhome site
6 people maximum Ground type: Gravel
Pitch size: Max 4m width × 8m depth (32m²)
Arrival daysFrom £25 (£25)
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Reviews
72% would recommend this site to a friend
70% would stay here again
What customers say
Great spot for biking & walking. Clean facilities, friendly staff, good cafe food. Some found pitches sloped & a road nearby, though not always a problem. Access outside cafe hours was noted.
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Last updated 28/07/2026
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Disaster. Its a ski slope not a tent pitch
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Unpowered grass tent site (sloping)
Liked The place is in the forest.
Disliked Its a ski slope with no level land. The bathroom is a walk away from the field. The parking was full, so I had to squeeze the car in next to the rubbish bins. Sites like this should be illegal to call tent park, because there are no level pitches, just steep hill.
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Not recommend
Unpowered grass tent site (sloping)
Liked Beautiful views and very clean toilet facilities. The lady who looked after the toilets and showers was incredibly friendly and did a fantastic job keeping them spotless. There are three hiking trails nearby and plenty of mountain biking trails to explore.
Disliked The campsite is nothing more than a very steep hillside. Finding a reasonably flat spot to pitch a tent is practically impossible. The field is covered in litter, and the grass is so long that you have to flatten it with your tent. Hidden in the long grass we even found an old abandoned tent, a sleeping bag, and other remains of someone else's campsite.
Next to the small car park designated for the campsite, there are several rubbish bins that clearly hadn't been emptied for a long time, with bags of rubbish piled up around them. During our entire week-long stay, not a single member of staff came to check the campsite, let alone clean or maintain it.
The campsite is located right beside a fairly busy cycle path and is completely unfenced, so anyone can walk in and take whatever they like.
The toilets, however, are the most surprising part. Reaching them involves walking down a very steep hill and then crossing a busy car park, around 500 metres away. The men's toilet is locked overnight, while the women's remains open only because the lock appears to be broken. After making that walk, men are left with no option but to use the bushes.
The toilets are public facilities serving the car park and are not proper campsite facilities. There are no toilets, showers, or any other amenities within a reasonable walking distance of the camping area.
It's a real shame that the campsite owner doesn't mention that this is more like a ski slope than a field suitable for tents, and that the site is not maintained at all. I would not recommend staying here.
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Overall it was an awesome time with awesome adventurous routes.
Unpowered grass tent site (sloping)
Liked Hospitality and amenities
Disliked Some campers have no idea how to keep things tidy for others!
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For such a low cost I…
Unpowered grass tent site (sloping)
Liked For such a low cost I had low expectations, but I was pleasantly surprised and will definitely return. The toilets & shower were sparkling 24/7 and I even complimented the cleaner on it. Quiet site, with beautiful views. The bike trails are great, I went with my 10 year old and it kept us occupied.
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Ample space, bike shop, Cafe (even…
Unpowered gravel motorhome site
Liked Ample space, bike shop, Cafe (even tho, we didn't rate the meals we ordered) available toilet, shower, sink facilities and biggest pro was - elsan point for motorhomes to empty grey and black waste water.
Disliked Main road.
Very close, therefore disturbing during the night or early in the morning.
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Facilities was great abd their cafe…
Unpowered grass tent site (sloping)
Liked Facilities was great abd their cafe is superb
Disliked Tent area is slopey but manageable
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Perfect location for our trip. The…
Unpowered grass tent site (sloping)
Liked Perfect location for our trip. The pitch was a good size for our tent, and the facilities were excellent. The showers on site were very good, and the views were wonderful. We had a great stay and would happily visit again.
Disliked Evrythin was good for us
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Very peaceful with good views and…
Unpowered grass tent site (sloping)
Liked Very peaceful with good views and very clean facilities. It was literally steps away from the gorgeous cycle trails. The café was also just a few hundred yards away.
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Everything…
Unpowered gravel motorhome site
Liked Everything
Disliked Nothing
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Great location for outdoor activities and…
Unpowered gravel motorhome site
Liked Great location for outdoor activities and the cafe is very good. Nice and small with only a few camper spots and tents in a different area. Good shower.
Disliked It is just a hard standing area next to a carpark and you pay for shower tokens but that doesn’t stop me going back!
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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 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 sitesThemes
Budget/backpacker Bush Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wild camping Wildlife havenUtilities
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
Small (11-25 sites)Accessibility
Accessible parking at site Bathrooms: Large spacious shower Bathrooms: Large spacious toilet Bathrooms: Step-free access Bathrooms: Wheelchair accessible shower Bathrooms: Wheelchair accessible toilet Bathrooms: Wide doorways (over 85 cm) 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 caravans 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, 20 August 2026 – Thursday, 20 August 2026)
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.
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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 caravan Arrive: noon – Anytime Depart by: noon - How much does it cost to stay at Basecamp Wales? From $27.49 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.