The Swallows

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The site's private meadow (added by manager 11 Aug 2022)
The site's private meadow
Campervan on site
Campers set up on site
Campers set up on site
A spot for a picnic
Scenic views await
Stunning views from the meadow
You'll have access to the site's private stretch of stream to cool off on warm days
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  • Dog-friendly rural escape in the Carmarthenshire hills near Llandybïe
  • Carreg Cennen Castle or Carmarthen 20 minutes' drive
  • Five minutes' drive from a pub, takeaways, a café and a station
Simply put, The Swallows is a place where you can find restful breaks in the Carmarthenshire hills. This small, dog-friendly site is a haven of peace in a very rural environment, with greenery all around. Buzzards, red kites and wildflowers are all part of the scenery in this pretty part of Wales, and there's also a stream on site for more nature spotting or a bit of wild paddling. This adults-only site is a peaceful spot where you won't have to worry about your well-earned rest being disturbed by kids, but it also makes a great base for breaks on the active side given the local area's fab range of attractions and activities, with everything from beaches to castles and botanical gardens. This site is about a mile from the tiny village of Caerbryn and five minutes' drive from slightly larger Llandybïe, where there is a pub, takeaways, a café and a station. Bigger again is Llandeilo, 15 minutes away, which has a fab range of places to shop and eat. There are also several large supermarkets within 10 minutes' drive for all your provisions.

Site type

Rent a tent 1
Opens

Languages spoken

English

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Features

Pop-up campground

Dogs allowed

Adults only

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 Watersports

Amenities 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 Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Adults only Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Peaceful Remote location Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Dump point Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market

Type

Pop-up campground Tiny (1-10 sites)

Accessibility

Disabled facilities

Nearby leisure

Fishing nearby Restaurant nearby

Location

The Swallows

Glanlash Farm

Caerbryn

Ammanford

Carmarthenshire

Wales

SA18 3EJ

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)

GPS

51.81426°N
-4.03581°W

Route directions

When you turn off the main road, keep going until you see the second farm building. Keep driving over the bridge and the little river until you see the Glanlash sign. Your satnav may tell you to do so, but do not stop at Tir Einon or Meas Y Gwead, as these are separate properties.

Nearest transport

Coach
4.1 km Library
4.1 km Library
16.2 km Bus Station
Rail
2.3 km Llandybie Rail Station
3.4 km Ammanford Rail Station
4.7 km Pantyffynnon Rail Station
Ferry
23.7 km Swansea Queens Dock Ferry Terminal
Airport
23.6 km Swansea Airport

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

Local attractions and activities include: - National Botanic Garden of Wales: 15 minutes - Carreg Cennen Castle: 20 minutes - Dinefwr (National Trust property): 20 minutes - Carmarthen: 20 minutes - Llansteffan beach and castle: 35 minutes - Gower Peninsula: 40 minutes - Brecon Beacons: 15 minutes - Tenby: 50 minutes.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020 2019 2018 2017
Swansea Bay 23.1 km Estuary Good Good N/A Good
Pembrey 24.7 km Sea Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent
Caswell Bay 27.2 km Sea Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent
Langland Bay 27.4 km Sea Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent
Bracelet Bay 27.7 km Sea Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Carreg Cennen Castle 5.6 km

Aberglasney Gardens 7.5 km

National Botanic Garden of Wales 8.2 km

National Wetland Centre Wales 17.8 km

National Waterfront Museum 23 km

National Trust

Aberdeunant 8.1 km

Aberdulais Falls 23.2 km

Dolaucothi Gold Mines 26.3 km

Rhossili Visitor Centre and Shop 32.5 km

Cycle routes

Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.

Other

Carreg Cennen Castle 8.3 km

CWM CLYDACH (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 29/09/1995) 12.8 km

B4310 - Brechfa Forest - B4310 17.5 km

Abergorlech - Brechfa Forest - Abergorlech 19 km

Fan Foel - Bannau Sir Gaer - Llyn y Fan Fach 22 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.

Reviews

10

Overall rating based on one review View breakdown

100%

would recommend this site to a friend

100%

would stay here again

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Wonderful site with unique facilities and fabulous hosts.

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation No rating
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 10
Wifi No rating
Angela J. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Unpowered grass campervan site

Liked: Location, countryside, scenery, facilities, hosts

Disliked: Nothing

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does The Swallows have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is The Swallows dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near The Swallows? Local attractions and activities include: - National Botanic Garden of Wales: 15 minutes - Carreg Cennen Castle: 20 minutes - Dinefwr (National Trust property): 20 minutes - Carmarthen: 20 minutes - Llansteffan … Read more