Dare Valley Country Park
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- A scenic 500-acre site on an old colliery at the Brecon Beacons’ edge
- A five-minute drive to Aberdare and 15 minutes to Penderyn Distillery
- Playgrounds and cafeteria on site; walk to a family bike park
Site type
16
16Tourist board rating
No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.- Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.
- Reception is unmanned after 5 p.m.. Please inform the site while on your way there should you expect to arrive after this time, so that the team can provide information about your unit/pitch.
- At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.
- Swimming in the lake is not allowed.
Languages spoken
English
Pitch types & availability
8.8/10
Reviews
90% would recommend this site to a friend
89% would stay here again
What customers say
Dare Valley Country Park: beautiful, tranquil spot. Spacious, level pitches & clean facilities praised. Lots of walks, cycling, cafe, playgrounds & dog-friendly. New management is improving things. Highly recommended for nature & outdoor fun.
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Would definitely go here again. Very tidy with excellent facilities
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Electric hardstanding and grass motorhome pitch
Liked The pitch had been reserved for us as I was in a group of 6 vehicles and Caroline let us go in early as we went there to ride for the weekend.
The staff were all very friendly and the prices in the Cafe were very good
Disliked The weather 🤣
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2 night stay, site was clean…
Electric hardstanding and grass touring caravan pitch
Liked 2 night stay, site was clean and tidy. Toilet block was very modern. Park across the road and also one on the cafe next door. With great food lovely walks around the area. We asked if we could leave the caravan there on check out day so we could do another walk and it wasn’t a problem. Definitely go back as it only 40 minutes drive .
Disliked Unfortunately NOT THE SITE FAULT But a few small camper vans turns up with bikes to do the bike track up the mountains .
I take it they used the showers and left half the mountains all over the floor and in the showers it self. So when we went to use them we couldn’t as there was mud everywhere. Bit crap for grow men. But as I said not the sites fault
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Nice small site. Facilities were…
Electric hardstanding and grass motorhome pitch
Liked Nice small site. Facilities were immaculately clean and showers powerful and hot. A+
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Electric hardstanding and grass touring caravan pitch
Liked Nice setting and you can get a good breakfast.
Disliked Wrong post code sent out at booking which led us to a closed lane on a steep hill towing a caravan. Trying to reverse out was impossible and burning could be smelt from our cars clutch. The local residents said this has been happening for years and nothing has been done about it. Eventually a farmer towed us out but our weeend was ruined before it had even begun. I have written to the local council who own the campsite seeking compensation and I am waiting to hear back. If you are traveling here use post code CF44 7PS or you will be in serious trouble.
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Great site, clean facilities. Will come back again!
Electric hardstanding and grass motorhome pitch
Liked Good hard standing, reliable electrics, clean large showers with good water pressure and heat, clean toilets, good facilities for washing/cleaning. Nice cafe and playgrounds on site too, quiet at night.
Disliked Would be nice to be able to book a spot, especially with campers when you go out for the day and come back to someone else in the spot you might have chosen, or indeed park in someone else’s preference!
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Good sized pitch…
Electric hardstanding and grass motorhome pitch
Liked Good sized pitch
Disliked Expensive for what it was
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Lovely site, clean facilities with beautiful scenery and walks
Electric hardstanding and grass motorhome pitch
Liked Flat and level pitch, clean and tidy site,
Toilets and showers clean,
Cafe very close by for coffee or food,
Close to lovely walks, so If you love walking with the dogs then this is for you, with fantastic scenery
Disliked Not really an issue but grass could have been cut as quite long
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Very nice site to be on, friendly staff
Electric hardstanding and grass touring caravan pitch
Liked Stunning views and well secured
Disliked Nothing
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Loved the experience here. Definitely…
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Electric hardstanding and grass motorhome pitch
Liked Loved the experience here. Definitely recommend
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Spotless shower block,reception staff excellent …
Electric hardstanding and grass motorhome pitch
Liked Spotless shower block,reception staff excellent pitches good size, area excellent for outdoor activities very friendly area
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Features
Dogs 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 WatersportsAmenities on site
Baby-changing facilities 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 WifiGroups welcome
D. of E. welcome Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Rallies welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Budget/backpacker Forest Lake and/or mountain Peaceful Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradiseUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearbyType
Medium (26-50 pitches)Accessibility
Accessible parking at pitch Bathrooms: Large spacious shower Bathrooms: Large spacious toilet Bathrooms: Step-free access Bathrooms: Wheelchair accessible shower Bathrooms: Wheelchair accessible toilet Level site, no steep slopes Pitch close to accessible bathroomsNearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearbyTouring and motorhomes
Water hook-up points for tourersLocation
Dare Valley Country Park
Aberdare
Glamorgan
Wales
CF44 7PS
Directions Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
51.71267°N
3.46943°W
Route directions
Nearest transport
Coach
Rail
Ferry
AirportPlease 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aberafan | 27.4 km | Estuary | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
| Trecco Bay Porthcawl | 30.1 km | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Sandy Bay Porthcawl | 30.3 km | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Rest Bay Porthcawl | 30.5 km | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Southerndown | 31.1 km | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Penderyn Distillery Visitor Centre 6.8 km
Brecon Mountain Railway 11.9 km
National Showcaves of Wales 19.6 km
Aberdulais Falls 21.6 km
Caerphilly Castle 22.8 km
National Trust
Aberdulais Falls 21.7 km
Aberdeunant 41 km
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Treherbert to Aberdare 6.4 km
Pontneddfechan - Hepste Waterfalls - Pontneddfechan 9.1 km
Pontneddfechan - Scwd Einion Gam Waterfall 9.9 km
Porth-yr-ogof, Nedd and Mellte Waterfalls 11.4 km
Waterfall Circuit 11.4 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 Dare Valley Country Park have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Dare Valley Country Park dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Dare Valley Country Park? Head about half an hour west of the site into the Brecon Beacons and get to the national park’s waterfall country, home to falls with nicely tongue-tripping names like Sgwd Gwladys (30 … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Dare Valley Country Park?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: 1 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Depart by: noon On-site accommodation Arrive: 1 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Depart by: noon - How much does it cost to stay at Dare Valley Country Park? From R646,85 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.