Parkwood Outdoors Dolygaer
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- 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
Pitch size: Min 4m width × 4m depth
Calculated area: 16m²
Arrival daysFrom £18 (£18)
View prices & bookReservoir View primitive grass tent campsite
6 people maximum
Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 7m width × 7m depth
Calculated area: 49m²
Arrival daysFrom £22 (£22)
View prices & bookPowered grass and gravel RV campsite
4 people maximum
Ground type: Grass and gravel
Pitch size: Max 3.5m width × 8m depth
Calculated area: 28m²
Arrival daysFrom £40 (£40)
View prices & book1 bedroom cottage / chalet / bungalow (ensuite)
4 people maximum
Wifi at the unit/site 1 bedroom
Dimensions: 32.8ft width × 65.6ft length
Arrival daysFrom £78 (£78)
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Reviews
85% would recommend this campground to a friend
79% would stay here again
What customers say
This scenic campground has friendly, helpful staff and beautiful views of hills and reservoirs. Guests love the clean facilities, on-site activities, and fire pits. While some note minor Wi-Fi issues, the location is great for hiking and exploring the Brecon Beacons. A few found the walk to facilities lengthy, especially from streamside spots.
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Super flexible on check in and out. Great location.…
Stream Side primitive grass tent campsite
Liked Super flexible on check in and out. Great location.
Disliked Hard walk from camping field to toilet block, uneven and hard to do in the dark. Gate hard to lift to open and close.
Recommend to friends Visit again
Beautiful site, helpful staff and great location & facilities. Good value.…
Reservoir View primitive grass tent campsite
Liked Beautiful site, helpful staff and great location & facilities.
Good value.
Recommend to friends Visit again
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Reservoir View primitive grass tent campsite
Liked The site was clean and well maintained. Staff were super friendly and helpful, facilities were great & the views were amazing!
Disliked N/A
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Loved how much space there was, good location, staff were friendly.…
Stream Side primitive grass tent campsite
Liked Loved how much space there was, good location, staff were friendly.
Disliked Toilet and shower facilities could be better and cleaner
Recommend to friends Visit again
Amazing place, Friendly staff, clean and tidy facilities.
Reservoir View primitive grass tent campsite
Liked Amazing view to hill, gorgeous reserver, nice caffe, very quiet place. Clean facilities, play ground for kids.
Disliked Poor wifi, but that’s understandable
Recommend to friends Visit again
Great site good facilities
Powered grass and gravel RV campsite
Liked Great place friendly staff good park for my little girl and could watch her from the camper van went on the steam train up the road and the views are out of this world
Disliked Patchy WiFi
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Great campsite, chill, nice stream running through the middle, great showers…
Stream Side primitive grass tent campsite
Liked Great campsite, chill, nice stream running through the middle, great showers
Disliked The walk up the hill..
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Scenic Location Nice little play area for the kids Good activities on site.…
Powered grass and gravel RV campsite
Liked Scenic Location
Nice little play area for the kids
Good activities on site.
Disliked The Sheep are very loud and annoying! But fun at the same time, remember to bring ear plugs ;)
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Camp site location was excellent (weather was not so great during our…
Reservoir View primitive grass tent campsite
Liked Camp site location was excellent (weather was not so great during our trip, but that's not there fault). Excellent range of onsite activities, staff were friendly and helpful. Washing up area very close, and free ranging sheep on the site. Fire pit for each pitch. Hiking in the area was great. My boy enjoyed the little play area and rope swing.
We tried gorge walking whilst there which was a lot of fun. He also took part in digital disconnection. Despite standing up paddle boarding being cancelled due to the weather, he said he would like to do it again. He had a lot of fun.
We really enjoyed our stay, and hope to return next year.
Disliked The only thing I could pick on would be the shower facilities. When large groups are camping or activities busy, the shower area is difficult to use/can get messy. You just have to pick your times right to use the area. For me it was a small problem.
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Good shower facilities with lockers, EV charging on site, staffed reception with…
Reservoir View primitive grass tent campsite
Liked Good shower facilities with lockers, EV charging on site, staffed reception with shop, friendly staff, WiFi, level pitches, nearby walks around the reservoir.
Recommend to friends Visit again
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 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)Nearby 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 +0100 (GMT+01:00)
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
Local events
- Green Man Festival (Thursday, August 14, 2025 – Thursday, August 14, 2025)
Crickhowell, Wales 8.7 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 $23.88 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.