Basecamp Wales
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- Afan Forest Park site with bike hire and pretty Glamorgan views
- Afan Bike Park 15 minutes’ drive; National Showcaves Centre 45 minutes
- Licensed café and restaurant; bike wash and repair shop; playground
Site type
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6
Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.- The site does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. XL Bully, Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
- A charge of £1.50 (R35.23) applies for the use of the shower.
- Continental touring caravans (caravans built with the passenger door on the right-hand side) are not permitted.
- Reception is unmanned after 4 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.
- Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the site are unlit.
- Extra cars may be brought but must be parked off-site; council-managed pay-and-display parking is available nearby.
Languages spoken
English
Welsh
Pitch types & availability
Non-electric gravel motorhome pitch
6 people maximum Ground type: Gravel
Pitch size: Max 4.0m width x 8.0m depth (13.1ft width x 26.2ft depth) Calculated area: 32.0m² (344.4ft²)
Arrival daysFrom £17 (£17) 1 night, 2 adults
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Electric gravel motorhome pitch
6 people maximum Ground type: Gravel
Pitch size: Max 4.0m width x 8.0m depth (13.1ft width x 26.2ft depth) Calculated area: 32.0m² (344.4ft²)
Arrival daysFrom £25 (£25) 1 night, 2 adults
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Reviews
Voted 70% of visitors View breakdown
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Only showing reviews for the last 30 months.
Rubbish _ sorry but true
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Non-electric gravel motorhome pitch
Liked: The actual park was as good as any other but not really special or outstanding in any way.
Lady who cleaned the toilets (when open!!) was very helpful and friendly.
Disliked: PLENTY.
From the minute I called at the cafe to enquire as to where I was to pitch my motorhome, I was met by a male staff member who seemed to wish he was anywhere else but there. He directed me to our ‘pitch’ which was basically the gravel car park which is actually out of shot in their photos (I can’t think why - other than the fact it slopes in two directions!!)
When we booked the website said they only had 1 non electric hardstanding ‘pitch’ available, but whilst we were there we were the only ones, I can only assume the others had done what we should have done, and gone home. It was only the glorious weather and the fact we’d planned a barbecue that encouraged us to stay.
The car park (it should never be called a motorhome pitch!!) had no security at all and was approximately 40 m from the main road which was not as busy as we expected through the night.
We were extremely disappointed and would never return to what they jokingly call a motorhome pitch/campsite - we may as well have been in a supermarket car park.
I’m sure that the country park and cycle paths (one of which we used) are lovely, but to suggest this is a motorhome site is an absolute joke.
STEER CLEAR.
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Great for a last minute stop for the night
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Electric gravel motorhome pitch
Liked: The food was great and the coffee was nice
Disliked: The toilets closed in the evening for the night and couldn't purchase shower token until the cafe opened at 10
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Clean facilities. Good cafe.…
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Electric gravel motorhome pitch
Liked: Clean facilities. Good cafe.
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Great for what it is
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Electric gravel motorhome pitch
Liked: Convenience, price, cafe, toilet block
Disliked: Difficult to say, as other reviews say, we stayed on the electric pitch which was just gravel. Pitching our campervan side tent was not really possible, and it is by a road/carpark. Not really a sit outside the van, cook food and enjoy the view sort of site. That said it was not overly noisy and clean. Suited us fine
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First van trip, the surrounding area is stunning, staff were amazing!
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Non-electric gravel motorhome pitch
Liked: Access to trails, staff, cleanliness and cafe
Disliked: Proximity to road for hardstand parking
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AMAZING
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Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked: our favourite camp site! amazing views!
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Terrible site with no access to facilities (locked)
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Non-electric gravel motorhome pitch
Liked: Nothing, there was nothing good about this 'camping site'. It isn't a camping site, it is a car park with gravel next to a main road that isn't even level. They allowed the caravan next to us to run a diesel generator. The bathroom and the shower blocked were locked so you couldn't even use them. We left after a few hours because it was so horrible. There's nothing to recommend this place and we would never stay here again.
Disliked: Everything. It was awful.
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Id leave no stars if i could. Go somewhere else.
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Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked: Nothing
Disliked: Everything. It was NOT as advertised!!!! We pulled into this sketchy looking tiny car park big enough for 3 cars. The field was tiny and on a very steep gradient. Your being very generous even calling it a campsite. The toulets and showers are really far from the actual site. Didn’t even bother getting out the car. We booked somewhere else. Dont book this waste of money. The photos are taken at angles that make it look good! £50 gone. Wont ever make that mistake again!!
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Nothing to like I didn't stay…
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Non-electric gravel motorhome pitch
Liked: Nothing to like I didn't stay
Disliked: It was just a cat park right next to main road I didn't even stay, very disappointed the post for this site is very misleading and should be taken down
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Great base for mountain biking, cycling along a cycle path or walking.
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Electric gravel motorhome pitch
Liked: Great location for people that enjoy mountain biking, riding along cycle paths or walking.
Showers and toilets are kept lovely and clean. Staff have all been lovely and friendly.
Although initially shocked at it not being an actual 'campsite' but just spaces in a car park, we had booked 3 nights and thought we may leave after 2. We stayed for the 3 nights and enjoyed a lovely chilled family break. We did travel into Swansea for Crazy Climb as this is something we have been planning to book (not necessarily planned for this trip) and it helped break up a wet afternoon.
There is a shop to hire bikes for anyone wanting to give mountain biking a try without investing in a bike yourself.
Nearest shop is 2 miles away.
We didn't use the cafe but the food and cakes looked amazing.
I would recommend this site (especially for people that enjoy mountain biking). We will definitely return.
Disliked: I was shocked at first (as I didn't read the reviews) that the pitches are just 3 electric points in a car park. There is a camping field for tents further back from the road.
As mentioned in 'liked', we stayed for 3 nights and will return.
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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 WatersportsAmenities on site
Bath available Car parking by pitch/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Picnic table Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
D. of E. welcome Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearCamping 2.0
Jumbo tent pitchesThemes
Budget/backpacker Forest Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wild camping Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearby Shop nearbyType
Small (11-25 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 Bathrooms: Wide doorways (over 30 inches/75cm) Smooth, hard roads e.g. tarmacNearby leisure
Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Indoor pool nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearbyTouring and motorhomes
Drainage hook-up points for tourers Motorhome service pointLocation
Basecamp Wales
Afan Forest Park
Cynonville
Port Talbot
Glamorgan
Wales
SA13 3HG
Directions Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
51.64164°N
-3.70462°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 |
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| Aberafan | 9.5 km | Estuary | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
| Rest Bay Porthcawl | 17.1 km | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Swansea Bay | 18 km | Estuary | Good | Good | N/A | Good |
| Sandy Bay Porthcawl | 18.2 km | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Trecco Bay Porthcawl | 18.4 km | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Aberdulais Falls 6.6 km
National Waterfront Museum 16.5 km
Penderyn Distillery Visitor Centre 18.6 km
National Showcaves of Wales 20.9 km
Carreg Cennen Castle 28.8 km
National Trust
Aberdulais Falls 6.6 km
Aberdeunant 33.6 km
Rhossili Visitor Centre and Shop 41.3 km
Watersmeet 47.1 km
Dolaucothi Gold Mines 48 km
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Abercregan - Glyncorrwg - Abercregan 3.2 km
Abercregan - Coed Morgannwg Way - Pontrhydyfen 3.2 km
Treherbert to Aberdare 12.1 km
Kenfig Pool - Kenfig Burrows - Sker Beach 14.1 km
Pontneddfechan - Scwd Einion Gam Waterfall 14.9 km
Local events
- Green Man Festival (Thursday, 14 August 2025 – Thursday, 14 August 2025)
Crickhowell, Wales 44.2 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.
Offers
Conditions apply - see pitch type section for details
Nearest sites
Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable sites.
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Basecamp Wales have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Basecamp Wales dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Basecamp Wales? Afan Forest Park (accessed from the site) has a diverse range of bike trails suitable for all skill levels, from a beginner-friendly short loop to a challenging black trail that can take … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Basecamp Wales?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: noon – Anytime Depart by: noon - How much does it cost to stay at Basecamp Wales? From R287,86 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.