Parkwood Outdoors Dolygaer
View prices & book- Adventure-focused stays at an activity centre in the Brecon Beacons
- Off the Pontsticill reservoir within 15 mins’ drive of Merthyr Tydfil
- Gorge walking, paddleboarding, climbing and caving organised from site
Campground type
- The campground/park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Breed-specific legislation (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.
- Entertainment and activities are available between 01/05 and 12/31.
- No cars/motorcycles at the site. All cars must be parked in the designated area.
- Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.
- Reception is unmanned after 5 p.m.. Please inform the park while on your way there should you expect to arrive after this time so that the team can provide information about your unit/site.
- The camping areas are 254m from the carpark and wheelbarrows are available to help you carry your items to your pitch. The maximum vehicle height allowed is 11ft.
Languages spoken
English
Campsite types & availability
Stream Side primitive grass tent campsite
4 people maximum Ground type: Grass
Site size: Min 4.0m width x 4.0m depth (13.1ft width x 13.1ft depth) Calculated area: 16.0m² (172.2ft²)
Arrival daysFrom £17 (£17) 1 night, 2 adults
View prices & bookReservoir View primitive grass tent campsite
6 people maximum Ground type: Grass
Site size: Max 5.0m width x 5.0m depth (16.4ft width x 16.4ft depth) Calculated area: 25.0m² (269.1ft²)
Arrival daysFrom £21 (£21) 1 night, 2 adults
View prices & bookPowered grass and gravel RV campsite
4 people maximum Ground type: Grass and gravel
Site size: Max 3.5m width x 8.0m depth (11.5ft width x 26.2ft depth) Calculated area: 28.0m² (301.4ft²)
Arrival daysFrom £40 (£40) 1 night, 2 adults
View prices & book1 bedroom cottage / chalet / bungalow (ensuite)
4 people maximum Wifi at the unit/site 1 bedroom Dimensions: 10.0m width x 20.0m length (32.8ft width x 65.6ft length) Calculated area: 200.0m² (2152.8ft²)
Arrival daysFrom £70 (£70) 1 night, 2 adults
View prices & bookReservoir View 1 bedroom camping pod
4 people maximum No dogs allowed 1 bedroom Dimensions: 8.0m width x 3.0m length (26.2ft width x 9.8ft length) Calculated area: 24.0m² (258.3ft²)
Arrival daysFrom £90 (£90) 1 night, 2 adults
View prices & book2 bedroom cottage / chalet / bungalow
8 people maximum Wifi at the unit/site 2 bedrooms Dimensions: 10.0m width x 20.0m length (32.8ft width x 65.6ft length) Calculated area: 200.0m² (2152.8ft²)
Arrival daysFrom £180 (£180) 1 night, 2 adults
View prices & book12 bedroom bunkhouse (bunk beds)
14 people maximum Wifi at the unit/site 12 bedrooms Dimensions: 20.0m width x 50.0m length (65.6ft width x 164.0ft length) Calculated area: 1000.0m² (10763.9ft²)
Arrival daysFrom £660 (£660) 1 night, 2 adults
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Reviews
Voted 69% of visitors View breakdown
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Excellent location with views to the lake.…
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Reservoir View primitive grass tent campsite
Liked: Excellent location with views to the lake.
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Reservoir View 1 bedroom camping pod
Liked: Nice Pods, lovely staff, clean facilities
Disliked: All good but could of liked more wood included in price
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Wonderful views, super helpful staff and a play area! We visited out of…
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Powered grass and gravel RV campsite
Liked: Wonderful views, super helpful staff and a play area!
We visited out of season - October half term and it was very quiet. We rode bikes straight from the campsite and the kids 2 and 4 loved the play area. We will visit again.
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The view was spectacular and the staff were present and friendly. The…
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Powered grass and gravel RV campsite
Liked: The view was spectacular and the staff were present and friendly. The playground was really helpful for our young son (aged 3).
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Facilities were really nice and spacious. The staff in reception are so…
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Stream Side primitive grass tent campsite
Liked: Facilities were really nice and spacious. The staff in reception are so lovely and helpful, gave us directions and tips on were we wanted to hike.
The site was easy to navigate and the views were lovely. Definatly come again
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Perfect location with amazing views and pitches.
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Stream Side primitive grass tent campsite
Liked: The staff were extremely helpful and friendly. Took time to show us around and where to set up and the, all important locations of loos and showers. They even had WiFi that was a happy surprise for my partner as it was her first time camping but she loved every second of it.
The grounds were well managed and looked after and parking was perfect with the little wheelbarrows to transport bits and pieces.
Disliked: Nothing it was perfect and can’t wait to come back in the summer of 2025.
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Stream Side primitive grass tent campsite
Liked: Location, tranquility, nearby activities
Disliked: Cold brrrrrrrr
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Stream Side primitive grass tent campsite
Liked: Was a lovely little campsite, perfect for a trek in the beacons. Loved the EV charger facilities.
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Wouldn't stay again but would visit for activites or walks.
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Stream Side primitive grass tent campsite
Liked: Surroundings. Beautiful place.
Disliked: Dirty facilities, wheelbarrows for stuff difficult to find. Really far away from car park.
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Adequate but I certainly wouldn’t return
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Powered grass and gravel RV campsite
Liked: It was in a perfect place for me. Facilities were adequate.
Disliked: As I was there for an activity the reception/ shop was never open for my use.
They allowed someone to park on my pitch but refused me a rebate.
Difficult finding a parking space for campers. We did wonder if they overbooked and just didn’t have the room.
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Features
Dogs allowed
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 WatersportsAmenities on park
Bath available Car parking by site/unit 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 WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Scouts welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue grills allowed Barbecue provided Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Budget/backpacker Hikers’ paradise Remote location Spectacular sceneryUtilities
Charging facilities Dump station Electric car charging point(s) Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearbyType
Large (51-200 sites)Accessibility
Disabled facilitiesNearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Fishing nearby Indoor pool nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Watersports nearbyLocation
Parkwood Outdoors Dolygaer
Dolygaer
Pontsticill
Pontsticill
Glamorgan
Wales
CF48 2UR
Timezone
Europe/London GMT (GMT+00:00)
GPS
51.82147°N
-3.36583°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
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
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Aberafan | 25 mi | Estuary | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
Trecco Bay Porthcawl | 27.5 mi | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Sandy Bay Porthcawl | 27.6 mi | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Rest Bay Porthcawl | 27.6 mi | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Southerndown | 27.9 mi | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Brecon Mountain Railway 1.7 mi
Penderyn Distillery Visitor Centre 7.7 mi
Big Pit: National Coal Museum 11.7 mi
Blaenavon Ironworks 12.2 mi
Blaenavon World Heritage Centre & Tourist Information Centre 12.4 mi
National Trust
Aberdulais Falls 20.2 mi
Skenfrith Castle 24.8 mi
Cwmmau Farmhouse 26.2 mi
Aberdeunant 27.3 mi
The Kymin 28.9 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Torpantau - Neuadd Reservoirs - Torpantau 1.3 mi
Pont Blaen y glyn - Craig y Fan Ddu - Nant Caerfanel - Pont Blaen y glyn 1.6 mi
The Taff Trail: Pontsticill to Cefn Coed 1.7 mi
Torpantau - Graig Fan Las - Craig Cwareli 1.7 mi
Cefn Yr Ystrad 2.3 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.
Nearest campgrounds
Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable campgrounds.
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Parkwood Outdoors Dolygaer have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Parkwood Outdoors Dolygaer dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Parkwood Outdoors Dolygaer? Keen on investigating south Wales' industrial heritage? Set off to Cyfarthfa Castle (20 minutes’ drive) for a mansion belonging to the Crawshays, the family who owned the old Cyfarthfa Ironworks, or head … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Parkwood Outdoors Dolygaer?
RV, travel trailer and tent sites Arrive: noon – Anytime Depart by: 11 a.m. On-park accommodation Arrive: 3 p.m. – Anytime Depart by: 10 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Parkwood Outdoors Dolygaer? From $21.62 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.