Cwmdu Campsite, the perfect camping location in the heart of the Brecon Beacons National Park, with walks into the Beacons and Black Mountains on the doorstep. You will have a pub and cafe within a ten minute walk, and be just five minutes from the picturesque market town of Crickhowell and Greenman Festival, with Abergavenny 15 minutes away. Dogs are also welcome and fire pits are encouraged!

Why choose Cwmdu Campsite

Winner of Best Campsite Mid Wales in our 2025 Camping and Glamping Awards

Featured in our 2025 Outstanding Sites list of reliably excellent camping, glamping, and touring sites

Family and dog friendly site in the heart of the Brecon Beacons, connected to great walking routes

Enjoy views of the Black Mountains and Brecon Beacons, 20 minutes from Brecon

Just a five minute walk to the local village pub, The Farmer's Arms, with delicious food and drink

About the site

Cwmdu Campsite is the ideal campsite on which to unwind and relax in the Welsh mountains. Bring your family, friends and dogs to this picturesque four acre campsite, perfectly located for walking and exploring the National Park and Black Mountains. The Visit Wales 4-star campsite has a mix of grass and hardstanding pitches, with optional electric 6 amp hook up for tents and 10 amp for tourers. It is surrounded by fields and woodland in a secluded valley - sunny and gnat free! You can rent a fire pit and settle down to toast marshmallows, with fire wood also available onsite. There are also dog-friendly log glamping pods available, perfect for a romantic break or just extra protection from the weather. The Log Pods sleep up to three people and come equipped with a table and chairs that transform into a double bed, electricity, mini fridge, BBQ, tea and coffee and a kettle. Even tea and coffee are supplied, and you also have a stock of charcoal for the BBQ. Suppose you fancy some relaxation while here, head to Cwmdu Contrast, the site's spa, a short 50m away! There, you can enjoy guided hour-long wood-fired sauna and ice bath sessions. The site is perfectly located for visiting the Greenman Festival (5 minutes away), walking Pen-Y-Fan (15 minutes) or visiting the wonderful market town of Crickhowell (5 minutes).

Cwmdu Campsite is open from 27/03 to 01/11. Pitches from £24/night for 2 people.

"The staff really make this place; their love and passion for the site really comes through"

Heidi H

"An utterly stunning location for a campsite. The views are incredible"

Stephanie F

"The showers/toilets were absolutely spotless"

Sara K

"Everything was just amazing, from arriving to leaving"

Dawn G

"Can't speak highly enough of it ... a great spot to start any of the main hikes around the Beacons"

Jonny M

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What facilities are at Cwmdu Campsite?

Accessible facilities

Allow commercial vans

Allow pets on site

Café / restaurant / takeaway

Drinking water

Family friendly

Shop

Showers

Toilets

W.C. disposal

WiFi

(Included)

Baby changing facilities

Dog wash

Electric hookups

Fires allowed

Freezer

(In communal area)

Fridge

(Allocated in communal area)

Glamping

Kids playground

Laundry

Near pub

Peaceful

Wash up area

Guests have access to male, female, and non-gendered clean toilets, free hot water showers, an independent family room with baby changing, and accessible facilities. In the ladies' block, there are hairdryers available for 20p per use. The gents' block has shaving points and urinals.

There is a laundry room with washing machines and tumble dryers available 24/7, as well as a washing up area with hot water provided. Campers can use the communal microwave, fridge/freezer, and the sheltered picnic area for coffee-shop customers. Free WiFi is available.

Little ones can enjoy the site's play area with a wooden obstacle course, and there is a dog wash area with hot water for muddy paws. Cwmdu Contrast, the site's spa, is 50m away and offers hour-long guided wood-fired sauna and ice bath sessions.

The site's shop is well-stocked, selling camping essentials, local spirits, ice cream, snacks, food staples, and more. Fire Pits and BBQs are available to borrow free of charge, subject to availability.

Within 300m, you'll find the site's local café trailer (open from 9am) serving hot and cold drinks, breakfast rolls, and pastries. The site also has over ten visiting food trucks throughout the season, serving a range of tasty cooked meals. There is also a great local pub, The Farmers Arms, within 300m of the campsite.

Great for walkers

Ideally located for hiking enthusiasts, just 20 minutes from scenic trails and mountains, including the Black Mountains and Mynydd Llangorse.

There are 77 accommodation options on-site

Bookable pitches and accommodation options

Exterior view of the Log Pods (dog friendly) with an outdoor BBQ

Log pod interior (please bring your own bedding)

Log pod interior with chairs that convert to a double bed

Log pod with a mini fridge, kettle, and electric

2 x Log Pods (Dog Friendly)

Max 4 people

Convenient and weatherproof pods with a table and chairs that transform into a double bed, electric, mini fridge, kettle and BBQ. Bedding not included - bring spare beds with you. Dogs welcome. Shared facilities nearby.

2 x Shepherd's Huts (Dog Friendly)

Max 3 people

The shepherd's huts feature a double sofa bed and space for a travel cot, fridge, kettle, table and decking area. Bedding is not provided. Access to shared facilities nearby.

Other accommodation

D of E pitches in the bottom field at Cwmdu Campsite

6 x Duke of Edinburgh Pitches

Grass pitches without electric for organised Duke of Edinburgh groups only. Sorry, no dogs.

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Karen C

VW-Type Campervan - Grass Covered Hardstanding Pitches (Awnings)Oct 2025

Really clean site, friendly and helpful staff. Extremely well stocked shop and a great pop up coffee/bar/cafe. Facilities top notch. 10pm quiet happened magically so a really good night's sleep. Pub nearby but at end of Oct only open Thurs to Sun. Near to lots of good walking and places to visit.

Lovely site

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Keira F

VW-Type Campervan - Electric Grass PitchesOct 2025

Brilliant campsite would definitely recommend. We had a great stay. Will definitely be back in the future.

Lovely and peaceful

Recommends site

Lee W

VW-Type Campervan - Grass Covered Hardstanding Pitches (Awnings)Sep 2025

Had a wonderful 3 night stay. Fantastic experience, all facilities clean and easy to reach. Happy to find a microwave for campers, would love to have seen a kettle as well, especially for tent campers. Staff were really helpful and the food in shop was great and good value - definitely try the sausages (they're from a local butcher in Crickhowell), if the shop hasn't run out. Would suggest a bit more lighting away from the toilets and wash area. Overall, would definitely recommend for a few nights of peace and quiet!!

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Frequently asked questions about Cwmdu Campsite

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Site rules

What time is check-in/out at Cwmdu Campsite?

Check-in at Cwmdu Campsite is from 1pm until 7pm and you must vacate your pitch by 11am on day of departure. For glamping, check-in is from 4pm until 8pm. Departure is due before 10am on your last day.

Is Cwmdu Campsite dog friendly?

Yes, Cwmdu Campsite allows well-behaved dogs to be on the site, provided they are kept on a lead. There is even a doggy wash with warm water onsite as well as several dog walks around the site.

Does Cwmdu Campsite allow BBQs and campfires?

BBQs and fire pits are welcome at Cwmdu Campsite, just please ensure these are raised from the ground. Ground campfires are not permitted. You can purchase firewood from the shop onsite.

Does Cwmdu Campsite allow groups or pitches being booked together?

No, Cwmdu Campsite does not allow group bookings as the site is aimed at couples and families.

Does Cwmdu Campsite have a quiet time or noise policy?

Yes, Cwmdu Campsite operates a quiet policy between 10pm and 8am.

Pitches

Is there a map of Cwmdu Campsite?

A full layout of the map at Cwmdu Campsite can be viewed here.

Does Cwmdu Campsite allow awnings, gazebos or pup tents?

Cwmdu Campsite welcome pup tents on all the camping and touring pitches. Gazebos and awnings are only permitted on certain pitches. Please be sure to add these as an extra when completing your booking.

Can I park near my pitch at Cwmdu Campsite? Or Is there parking adjacent to the pitch?

Yes, at Cwmdu Campsite, one car is guaranteed a space alongside each pitch. Please note that during adverse weather conditions, the site may ask you to relocate your car to an alternative parking area. Any additional vehicles will be accommodated where possible at a small charge.

What amp is the electric hook up at Cwmdu Campsite?

At Cwmdu Campsite the electric grass pitches have a 6 amp hook up whereas the electric gravel pitches each have a 10 amp hook up.

Are bedding and towels included at Cwmdu Campsite?

No, the glamping units at Cwmdu Campsite do not include bedding or towels, so please be sure to bring your own!

Is electric included in the price of my booking at Cwmdu Campsite? Or is it an additional cost?

Some of the electric hooks ups at Cwmdu Campsite are metered and payable onsite. Your usage will be an extra cost.

Facilities

Is there WiFi access at Cwmdu Campsite?

Yes, high-speed WiFi is available at Cwmdu Campsite for free onsite to help you stay connected.

Does Cwmdu Campsite have a shop onsite?

Yes, Cwmdu Campsite does have an onsite shop which stocks camping essentials, local spirits, ice cream, snacks, food staples, and a whole lot more!

Is there a restaurant or cafe at Cwmdu Campsite?

Yes, there is a pop up café at Cwmdu Campsite open daily from 9am. The site also has over ten visiting food trucks, offering a range of cooked meals. There is a local café that serves home-cooked breakfasts and takeaway pizzas, and a pub, The Farmers Arms, both 300m away.

Does Cwmdu Campsite have a communal fridge and freezer?

Yes, Cwmdu Campsite offers a communal fridge for food, and a shared freezer for ice packs.

Does Cwmdu Campsite have electric vehicle charging?

No, Cwmdu Campsite does not offer EV charging. The closest electric vehicle charging point is Osprey Charging Station (20 minutes).

What is phone signal like at Cwmdu Campsite?

Due to the remote location of Cwmdu Campsite, most providers will struggle with signal. Please note that only EE network gets a phone signal.

Getting there

What are the nearest public transport links to Cwmdu Campsite?

The nearest train station to Cwmdu Campsite is Abergavenny train station, which is a 25 minute drive away. The closest bus stop is Farmers Arms, a ten minute walk away and offers occasional services to Builth Wells, Talgarth, and Abergavenny.

Are there any local taxi service companies to Cwmdu Campsite?

Local taxi companies to Cwmdu Campsite include Crickhowell Taxis (01873 811764) and Julians Taxis (07970 182283).

What is access like for touring at Cwmdu Campsite?

Access may be difficult for tourers at Cwmdu Campsite due to the narrow country road leading up to the site.

What is the nearest bus stop to Cwmdu Campsite?

The nearest bus stop to Cwmdu Campsite is Farmers Arms, which is a ten minute walk away and offers occasional services to Builth Wells, Talgarth, and Abergavenny.

What's nearby

What are the nearest pubs to Cwmdu Campsite?

The nearest pub to Cwmdu Campsite is the Farmers Arms, within 300m of the campsite.

What is within walking distance of Cwmdu Campsite?

Within a 15 minute walk of Cwmdu Campsite, there is Cwmdu Contrast with saunas and ice baths, a bus stop, and a local pub, the Farmers Arms.

What walking routes are close to Cwmdu Campsite?

Local walking routes to Cwmdu Campsite include those around the Brecon Beacons National Park, including Pen-Y-Fan (15 minutes), Brecon Walk Way (25 minutes), and National Trust - Sugarloaf and Usk Valley (25 minutes).

Other

What size are the camping pitches at Cwmdu Campsite?

The camping pitches at Cwmdu Campsite vary in size, so please make sure you add your tent dimensions to your booking so you can be allocated an appropriate pitch.

A note from the site themselves...

Our campsite has been in our family since the late 1950s. It opened in 1964 and was run by my grandparents with just a few caravans, it has now grown to over 100 pitches. I love running the campsite with my fiancé and meeting guests from all over the UK and the World.

We feel incredibly lucky to work in such a picturesque place and I'm very proud of what we've achieved. Every year we endeavour to improve things even more so guests love the campsite as much as we do.