Nestled in the wild Welsh Marches, Chapel House Farm Campsite sits in the picturesque village of Craswall, just 15 minutes from Hay-on-Wye. Tents and campervans can pitch up on wonderful meadow pitches, whilst those who prefer glamping have the choice of a shepherd's hut and camping pod. Guests can enjoy evenings cooking up a BBQ with produce from the onsite farm shop and days out venturing across the border to nearby Wales!

Tranquil, dog-free site with picturesque views to the Black Mountains and the Golden Valley

Situated just five minutes from the Brecon Beacons National Park, 15 minutes from Hay-On-Wye

Onsite farm shop with BBQ produce, a five minute walk from a charming gastropub

About Chapel House Farm Campsite

Situated just five minutes from the England and Wales border, along with the Brecon Beacons National Park, the site is in an ideal location for days out exploring. Surrounded by wildflowers and ancient woodland, this is the perfect spot for wildlife spotting and unwinding in the outdoors. The site offers three different camping areas, each with non electric grass pitches for tents and campervans. Each pitch allows up to six guests with access to a fire pit, great for evenings cooking up a BBQ or toasting marshmallows. The Wood Field area has two pitches available, each a small semi-circle mown into the long grass. This field is vehicle free and the furthest from the facilities, though there are wheelbarrows to help transport your things and it is wonderful for peace and quiet. There is also the Church Field area which provides two extra large pitches and two regular pitches. Each pitch is mown into tall meadow grass, enjoying beautiful views over to the Black Mountains. The main camping pitches lie in the Flat Field, each surrounded by wildflower grass with a mown play area in the centre, great for kids! If glamping is more your style, Peter's Wagon is a traditional wagon situated by a pond in the orchard area. The wagon was built by artist blacksmith, Peter Walker, who lived in it while studying blacksmithing in Herefordshire. The wagon comes with an outdoor seating area, along with a fire pit, perfect for nights in the open. Inside is a double bed, a cosy living area, a kitchenette with cast iron hobs, crockery, table and chairs and a wood burner for those cooler nights. You will also have the luxury of your own solar power phone charging and lights. Please note, bed linen and towels are not provided. Guests staying in Peter's Wagon will have use of the campsite shared facility block which is a short walk away. If you're looking for a true escape, the cosy camping pod for four is hidden amongst the trees, sitting high over the orchard. Inside the insulated pod you will find deep-filled mattresses, along with electric heating and power sockets. Double doors open out onto a balcony with glorious views over to the Black Hill. A lower seating area provides you with an ideal spot for al fresco dining, equipped with a picnic table, log bench and a fire pit with a grill. Please note, bed linen, crockery, cutlery and cooking equipment are not provided for the pod. Located on a working farm, there are slow-growing cattle, sheep and pigs in the surrounding fields with the produce available from the onsite farm shop. Due to the resident animals, the site is pet free so dogs are not allowed, sorry. The site is also certified with the Greener Camping Club so at least one guest per pitch must be a member, though this can be purchased when you book.

Camping stays are available between 22nd March and 27th October. The wagon and pod are available all year round.


Facilities and amenities

Site facilities include a compost loo, three flushing toilets and three showers, a washing-up area, a fridge/freezer and plugs for hairdryers and phone charging. There are also two acres of woodland for kids to play and build dens. There is also a cosy communal stable with a wood burner where guests can eat, along with outdoor tables.

There is an onsite farm shop selling produce from their own livestock. The site also serves hot and cold drinks and breakfast made from their produce. Toasties and cake and food can be served at any time of the day plus local beers, ciders, perry, juice and ice cream. The shop also has a mill and sells heritage flour.

The Bulls Head gastropub is also just a five minute walk away. Haye on Wye is also just a 15 minute drive from the site, a touristy book town with a refurbished castle and independent shops, including a Spar and Co-op. There's also a great wild swimming spot and shingle beach where the Wye passes through fields known as the Warren in Hay.

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Adult only

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Allow commercial vans

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Allow pets on site

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Bike hire

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Communal BBQ

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Electric hookups

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Family friendly

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Fires allowed

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Fishing

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Games room

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Glamping

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Golf

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Horse riding

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Hot tub

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Kids club

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Laundry

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Near beach

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Near pub

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Open year round

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Peaceful

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RV pitches

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Shop

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Vineyard

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Water hookups

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Watersports

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W.C. disposal

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WiFi


A note from the site themselves...

Our site is based on our working farm. We have native and slow-growing cattle, sheep and pigs which are suited to life in the hilly wilds of Craswall.

The White Parks are great for conservation grazing too. Similarly, our rooting pigs enjoy the same plants and also turn the soil, providing new opportunities for plants and insects to flourish These are key grazers, doing the same job as the wild boar and cattle of ancient Britain.

Their eating and browsing action is the driving force behind our natural ecosystems. They are an essential ingredient of a healthy, diverse ecosystem upon which plants, animals, fungi, protoctista, and bacteria rely on. They are also a vital part of our fight against climate change, a central component of what we are trying to do!


Map and address

Park address

Chapel House Farm Campsite,

Chapel House Farm, Craswall, Hay-on-Wye, Hereford, Herefordshire, HR2 0PN

Coordinates

52.0199, -3.0505 | SO 27 36

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Chapel House Farm Campsite is ideal for...

Couples

Duke of Edinburgh Award

Members only

Older children (13+)

Peace and quiet

Young children


There are 14 accommodation options on-site

Bookable pitches and accommodation options

2 x Wood Field Camping Pitches

Max 6 people

Non electric grass pitches in a small secluded field surrounded by woodland, mown into a circular shape. Pitches are suitable for tents with a complimentary fire pit. No vehicle access.

4 x Church Field Camping Pitches

Max 6 people

Non electric grass pitches mown into tall meadow grass. Pitches are suitable for tents or campervans with a complimentary fire pit.

6 x Flat Field Camping Pitches

Max 6 people

Non electric grass pitches mown in the main camping field with a range to pick from. Pitches are suitable for tents or campervans with fire pits free to use.


Chapel House Farm Campsite reviews

4.64 /5

26 reviews

81%

would recommend

Overall
4.64
Location
4.88
Value for money
4.69
Service
4.69
Facilities
4.31
Cleanliness
4.62

Our stay

Colin G

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VW-Type Campervan - Church Field Camping PitchesOct 2024

The site location was perfect for us. The facilities were poor and the price paid is definitely not value for money.

Peaceful, wonderful campsite.

Paul W

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VW-Type Campervan - Church Field Camping PitchesAug 2024

Wonderful views, peaceful campsite.

Beautiful and spacious!

Matilda G

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Large Tent - Flat Field Camping PitchesAug 2024

We stayed for a weekend with 2 small kids and had a fantastic time, there is a lot of space between pitches which was very special and the kids just rolled around in the meadow most of the time. The views from the camping field were lovely to watch sunrise/sunset over. Easy access to lots of nice walks, historic sites nearby and great that the (fancy) pub nearby is walkable. Will be returning!

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FAQ

Check-in is available from 1pm. Check out will be due by 11am on your final day.

Sorry, the site is pet free.

Both BBQs and fire pits and welcome, as long as they are raised from the ground and the weather is not too hot or dry.

The site does not accept group bookings unless by prior arrangement. Single sex groups of four or more are not permitted, and hen and stag parties are not accepted.

Yes, if staying on any of the camping pitches, awnings, gazebos and put tents are allowed, just add these on when you book.

You can park next to your tent in the main camping field, but please keep to the speed limit of 5mph.

Sorry, there is no WiFi.


Just a five minute drive from the glorious Brecon Beacons National Park, the site is ideally located for days of exploring by foot or bike. Popular viewpoints include Gospel Pass (20 minutes) and the Pwll y Wrach nature reserve (30 minutes) is great for walking trails and seeing the waterfall.

For soaking up some local history, Hay Castle is a 15 minute drive from the site. Visitors can enjoy daily tours with spectacular architecture and informative exhibits to see.

If you are wanting a relaxing afternoon out, the National Trust - The Weir Garden (35 minutes) are great for a gentle stroll. Situated next to the glorious Wye River, the 18th century gardens are home to a whole host of plantlife, along with plenty of benches to enjoy a scenic picnic.

Other nearby attractions include:

  • The Wobbly Brewing Company Ltd (40 minutes)
  • Tretower Court and Castle/ Llys a Chastell Tre-tŵr (40 minutes)
  • National Trust - Skenfrith Castle (45 minutes)
  • National Trust - Sugarloaf and Usk Valley (45 minutes)
  • Water Break-Its-Neck (50 minutes)
The listing for Chapel House Farm Campsite was last updated on December 13th, 2024 at 9:23 AM

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