Preston Campsite

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Aerial photo of the campsite, on the side of the River Wye
Aerial photo of the campsite, on the side of the river wye
Canoeing on the river
A little bit of luxury in the wild
Each bell tent has its own picnic table and cooking firepit
Aerial photo of the campsite and orchard
Look out for wildlife, including swans and hares
Located between an ancient church, cider orchards and the banks of the river wye
Lovely pitch right next to the river with a beautiful view.
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Canoeing on the river
A little bit of luxury in the wild
Each bell tent has its own picnic table and cooking firepit

  • Herefordshire farm site between an ancient church and River Wye
  • Hay-on-Wye and Hereford within 25 minutes' drive
  • Access to the river for fishing, watersports and nature spotting
A major draw of a stay in the Herefordshire countryside is the chance to explore the River Wye – whether that be on a paddleboard, in a canoe or kayak or sticking to the riverbanks for a long walk. All of the above options are readily available to you when you stay at Preston Campsite, as this special spot is part of a farm that sits right on the banks of the river, just under a mile from the village of Preston on Wye. That location means that you’ll have access to the river for various watersports – and in fact there’s a paddleboard hire and coaching outfit just a couple of minutes’ walk away. It doesn’t all have to be active though – being based right by the water also means you can simply sit right there and keep your eyes peeled for local wildlife (perhaps swans gliding along the river or hares peeking out from the grass). There’s also the chance to do a bit of fishing – this is a popular spot for both salmon and coarse fishing, and the site is able to accommodate up to five people fishing on its banks at any one time (you’ll just need to hold the correct rod licence and pay for a fishing session). And of course the river isn’t the only attraction around these parts – settle in for a stay here and you’ll be in a good position for a visit to Hay-on-Wye or Hereford, a walk in the eastern part of the Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons) National Park or some time strolling around the pretty pathways of nearby gardens such as The Weir Garden.

Campground type

Rent a tent 4
Tent sites 50
Open now
Opens May 1
Please note
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • If making a fire, the fuel, logs and coal have to be purchased on site.
  • There is no reception building on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no showers available for the campsite, only for glamping accommodation.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Thu, May 1 to

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Reviews

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Overall rating from 57 Pitchup.com customers

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Peaceful

91% would recommend this campground to a friend

93% would stay here again

What customers say

This campsite offers a gorgeous riverside spot on the Wye, loved for its natural beauty, peace, and wildlife. The friendly, helpful owner adds to the welcoming vibe. While basic with portable toilets and limited washing for non-glampers, many enjoy its simplicity. Canoe/SUP access and a local pub are big pluses. Some guests felt the portable toilets could be better.

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So much more could be done with such a lovely location. Shame.

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David H.

Primitive grass tent or RV campsite

Liked I don't normally give reviews but I think this site needs one. The location was very nice and had a large field with some more space tucked away around the corner by the side of the river. I also liked the the fact that we didn't have to leave until 4pm on the day of departure.

Unfortunately that's all the praise I can really give. The place was very hard to find. There was one signpost - an amateurish black painted sign on a wood background making it almost impossible to see in the day and impossible at night. The entrance to the site/field was a bumpy and stony dust path.

The field itself was unkempt and the grass long. There was only one tap and a sink producing running water - right up at the top end of the field. There were no showers or toilet block/cubicles. What they did have were four portaloos next to each other and they were horrendous.

I really wouldn't want my dog to do his business in them, they were vile. The 'flush' basically consisted of pushing the excrement down into a bigger bowl at the bottom of the toilet but still very much in view. Unfortunately at times, the 'flush' wasn't strong enough and the excrement and bloody period products just remained in the upper part of the toilet itself (inches away from the seat!) The smell was revolting. There was no privacy either as you could very clearly hear the person next to you doing their business.

There were toilet facilities in the glamping field but the farmer/owner made it clear, albeit politely, that this field was put of bounds to those who were not glamping!

There were no basic rules enforced as there was nobody there to enforce them. The farmer would come round in his vehicle every now and then. People were playing music and lighting fires into the middle of the night, which is fine if that's what you want.

Disliked The portaloos were hellish. Revolting, stinking and the smell was overwhelming.

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Anonymous

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Great low key site. Perfect for the water lovers!!!!

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Anonymous

Primitive grass tent or RV campsite

Liked Great location, chilled relaxing site. Ideal for water based activities & wider visiting the area.

Disliked Shame there is no showers (but the river was ideal to swim & bathe in & limited toilets ( but I was there on busy bank holiday weekend so that’s understandable)

Could do with a few extra toilets for/nearer the riverbank pitches. But this is only a small minor!

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Beautiful and relaxing

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Nicola W.

Primitive grass tent or RV campsite

Liked Lovely spot right on the river bank. Access to the river by some steps, so easy for paddle boarding etc. Lovely walk to the yew tree pub. Site has portaloos and you can also pay for showers . Have recommended to friends and will be returning.

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This campsite is a lovely riverside…

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Dawn M.

Primitive grass tent or RV campsite

Liked This campsite is a lovely riverside location on the Wye, beautiful and peaceful atmosphere. The owner was friendly and approachable and very helpful and welcoming too.

Plenty of space and flat as well, if you want a space by the river get there early. We saw canoes. SUPs and fisherman there.

Our dog loved the river, and we found a spot suitable for his needs. And enough space to walk. Its a fab location for seeing the stars at night.

We were on the basic Campsite but there was Glamping facilities available

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Pawel C.

Primitive grass tent or RV campsite

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Large field with plenty of space…

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Wioletta K.

Primitive grass tent or RV campsite

Liked Large field with plenty of space and level pitches, peaceful area and beautiful clean river. The owner was very friendly, he would come over everyday to say hello and ask if everything is fine.

Disliked We were there for one weekend so we didn’t mind it, but the lack of showers for tent campers can be an issue for some.

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Lovely campsite in beautiful countryside, access…

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Pete G.

Primitive grass tent or RV campsite

Liked Lovely campsite in beautiful countryside, access to the Wye River for swimming. Very helpful owner. Would recommend

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Right next to the river Wye.…

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Anonymous

Primitive grass tent or RV campsite

Liked Right next to the river Wye. Perfect for paddleboarding. It is a very basic campsite with access to only a few toilets but the great location is what made it for us! Will visit again

Disliked No electric.

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Anonymous

Primitive grass tent or RV campsite

Liked Gorgeous position on the river, swimming from the site. Portaloos basic but clean and tidy. Level pitches, plenty of space, nice and quiet in the evening- no traffic noise. Good pub less than half hour walk

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Features

Campfires allowed

Leisure on park

Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Playground Recreation room/arcade TV room Takeout Tennis Watersports Wild swimming

Amenities on park

Bath available Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Free wifi Grocery store Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundromat Parent & baby washroom Payphone Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Restrooms Shower available Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

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

Rules

Barbecue grills allowed Barbecue provided Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Luxury Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Wild camping

Utilities

Charging facilities Dump station Electric car charging point(s) Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby

Type

Farm Large (51-200 sites)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Horseback riding nearby

Touring and motorhomes

Seasonal sites

Location

Preston Campsite

Newcourt Farm

Preston-on-Wye

Madley

Herefordshire

England

HR2 9JU

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

52.07754°N
2.90136°W

Route directions

what3words location: ///snaps.reefs.films If you are coming from Preston-on-Wye, travel all the way through the village and continue for just under a mile. You will pass over a small red brick bridge and down a slight hill. At the bottom of the slope the road turns sharply left. Turn off the road here to the right, passing a triangle green to your left, and a large pool on your right. Turn into the first gate on the left, which is the farm gate. In the farmyard, drive through the next get in front of you, with the church on the right. Follow the path through the next gate and look out for signs directing you to either the campsite (go left) or glamping (go straight on).

Nearest transport

Bus
8.3 mi Country Bus Station
9.3 mi Telephone Exchange
17.7 mi Cantilupe Road
Rail
8.3 mi Hereford Rail Station
12.3 mi Warrington West Rail Station
12.6 mi Leominster Rail Station

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

The scenery around here is rather lovely, and there are several ways to explore it, including playing a round at a local golf club or taking a walk to historic landmarks like Arthur’s Stone, five miles away. If it’s hiking you’re into, it may also be handy to know that the Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons) National Park is about 25 minutes’ drive away too. Also on the banks of the river are the town of Hay-on-Wye and the city of Hereford. Both are about 25 minutes’ drive away and well worth a trip – the former for its many bookshops and the latter for attractions like the Mappa Mundi exhibition and the Black and White House Museum. If it’s green views you’re after, turn your attentions instead to the likes of Brobury House Gardens and National Trust - The Weir Garden (both 15 minutes’ drive). The Small Breeds Farm Park (25 minutes) is a popular pick for kids, as it’s got all sorts of cute animals to meet and greet.

Must see

Goodrich Castle 18.7 mi

Caldicot Castle & Country Park 20 mi

Raglan Castle 21.3 mi

Ludlow Castle 21.4 mi

Eastnor Castle 22 mi

National Trust

The Weir 3.5 mi

Cwmmau Farmhouse 8.8 mi

Skenfrith Castle 14.4 mi

Croft Castle and Parkland 14.8 mi

Brockhampton Estate 20.2 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

GARNONS 1.1 mi

MOCCAS COURT 2.1 mi

FOXLEY 3.5 mi

Dorstone - Merbach Hill - Bredwardine - Dorstone 4 mi

Urishay - Craswall - Urishay 4.9 mi

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 Preston Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Preston Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Preston Campsite? The scenery around here is rather lovely, and there are several ways to explore it, including playing a round at a local golf club or taking a walk to historic landmarks like … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Preston Campsite?
    RV, travel trailer and tent sites
    Arrive:  noon –  Anytime
    Depart by:  4 p.m.
    On-park accommodation
    Arrive:  4 p.m. –  Anytime
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Preston Campsite? From $27.56 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.