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.

Site type

Touring caravan pitches 10
Motorhome pitches 10
Rent a tent 6
Tent pitches 50
Open now
Opens 18 May
Please note

Safety

  • Fires, barbecues and/or firepits will not be permitted in dry, windy and/or hot weather conditions.
  • If making a fire, the fuel, logs and coal have to be purchased on site.

Reception

  • There is no reception on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.

Admission

  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • There are no showers available for the campsite, only for glamping accommodation.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Mon, 18 May to

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Pitch types & availability

Accommodation

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2 adults
0 children
0 dogs

Reviews

9.2

Overall rating from 69 Pitchup.com customers

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Peaceful

93% would recommend this site to a friend

94% would stay here again

What customers say

Beautiful, peaceful riverside spot with loads of space & wildlife. Owner's a gem! Back-to-basics feel appreciated, but no showers for non-glampers & portaloo condition a concern for longer stays/families. River access a big plus.

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Camping right on the river with…

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Simon S. 1 review

Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch

Liked Camping right on the river with direct access for swimming and paddle boarding as well as fishing. Relaxed vibe and great location for a back to basics weekend
Good phone signal too

Disliked Toilets basic but not a problem for us
No bins is the only thing I can really think of

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i will.be coming back here

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Rebecca H. 1 review

Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch

Liked The location next to the river is a massive draw. its amazing. its peaceful and beautiful. the strech along the river where people camp is long enough but people do need to be considerate. easy access to the river for swimming and paddleboarding which we did. Theres a sink and tap for washing up and drinking which is great. its a very back to basic campsite.

Disliked The one thing that would make this place a 10 for me is somwhere to shower and the portaloos are ok. good quality tissue and plenty of it but sometimes the smell but what do you expect with portaloos. YOU ARE NOT ALLOWED FIRES. due to the dryness of the soundings so just keep that in mind.

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Idyllic location right next to the…

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Adam H. 4 reviews

Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch

Liked Idyllic location right next to the river Wye with easy access. Perfect for dogs who like to swim. We were by ourselves for one night and it was bliss of you like wild or nearly wild camping.
Porta loos are the same every where so it isn't a gripe but a necessary evil, luckily we were in a campervan with our own toilet so no issues.

Disliked Nothing

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Very peaceful. Dark sky area. Friendly…

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 Karen D. 2 reviews

Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch

Liked Very peaceful. Dark sky area. Friendly and considerate owner

Disliked Portaloos. Hate them however well maintained they are

Recommend to friends Visit again

I’ll go again soon.

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Anonymous

Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch

Liked Everything, specially I was only one person there. I like to have nothing, only toilet and water available there. Perfect

Disliked Nothing

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Right on river only a few pitches

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 Chris C. 7 reviews

Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch

Liked Amazing camping run by a charming farmer. Right at the water.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Lovely location and friendly helpful owner…

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Me 5 reviews

Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch

Liked Lovely location and friendly helpful owner

Disliked Nothing

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Beutyfull

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Anonymous

Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch

Liked Very peacefull,loads of wildlife,great oaks.freindly host very helpfull.i will be booking again soon .

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Beautiful location with lovely views and…

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Anonymous

Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch

Liked Beautiful location with lovely views and pretty easy access to nearby villages and towns. Owner was super friendly when greeting us upon arrival and gave us recommendations for where to eat.

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I’m

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Anonymous

Glamping bell tent

Liked Great stay Phillip was really welcoming , good fishing too he explained all the different spots, would defiantly come 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 Watersports Wild swimming

Amenities on site

Bath available Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

D. of E. welcome Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

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

Themes

Luxury Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Wild camping

Utilities

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

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby

Type

Farm Large (51-200 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Horse riding nearby

Touring and motorhomes

Seasonal pitches

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

Coach
13,3 km Country Bus Station
15 km Telephone Exchange
28,6 km Cantilupe Road
Rail
13,4 km Hereford Rail Station
19,8 km Warrington West Rail Station
20,2 km 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 30,1 km

Caldicot Castle & Country Park 32,2 km

Raglan Castle 34,3 km

Ludlow Castle 34,4 km

Eastnor Castle 35,3 km

National Trust

The Weir 5,6 km

Cwmmau Farmhouse 14,1 km

Skenfrith Castle 23,2 km

Croft Castle and Parkland 23,9 km

Brockhampton Estate 32,4 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

GARNONS 1,7 km

MOCCAS COURT 3,4 km

FOXLEY 5,6 km

Dorstone - Merbach Hill - Bredwardine - Dorstone 6,5 km

Urishay - Craswall - Urishay 7,8 km

Local events

  • Green Man Festival (Thursday, 20 August 2026 – Thursday, 20 August 2026)

    Crickhowell, Wales 30 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 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?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  noon –  Anytime
    Depart by:  4 p.m.
    On-site 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 R528,27 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.