Campsites with swimming in Wye River

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Wye River

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Star Hosts in Wye River

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Cwmffrwd Farm Campsite

28 units · Glamping, Motorhomes, Tents22 acres · Crickhowell, Wales

Simple, eco-friendly camping with epic views at the foot of a famed Welsh mountain range

88%

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Red Sky at Night Campsite

2 units · Glamping, Motorhomes, Tents10 acres · Monmouth, Wales

If you’re lucky, you’ll get to see at least one of the amazing sunsets at Red Sky at Night Campsite near Monmouth – but if you don’t, there’s mighty compensation in the shape of the spectacular views from just about everywhere on the site. And of course, on clear nights, the night skies are diamond-bright with stars. This family-run camping field on a livestock farm is managed on very laidback lines. Pitch up wherever you like and feel free to park by your tent (weather permitting). Raised campfires are allowed and you can hire firepits and grills (the owners sell local eggs, sausages and pork chops) and buy kindling. You can bring your dogs too (take them for walks in the adjoining woods) but just be sure to keep them under control around the animals. Kids are certainly carefully looked after here. Get a fact sheet on arrival and join mini-campers in wildlife hunts through the trees, looking out all the while for buzzards and red kites. Round and about the site, your offspring can entertain themselves on rope swings, making dens and following a mini-tractor course across the camping field. There’s also a football pitch. Wild camping this may be (there’s no electricity on site, please note) but there are two nicely designed compost loos and a covered sink areas with fresh water tap. So bring your guitar, light that fire, break out the barbecue and enjoy the chilled vibe.

Woodside Country Park

75 units · Glamping, Motorhomes, Tents28 acres · Ledbury, Herefordshire, West Midlands

Glamping pods, Scandinavian lodges and first-class camping and caravanning in 25-acre's of Herefordshire countryside, covered by pockets of woodland

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Newcourt Farm Campsite

50 units · Motorhomes, Tents5 acres · Brecon, Wales

Old-school camping with incredible views in the Brecon Beacons

Pentwyn Dingle and Lodge Field Camp

30 units · Motorhomes, Tents10 acres · Hay On Wye, Wales

Almost wild camping with good views, near the River Wye and Brecon Beacons

12 top campsites in Wye River with swimming

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Woodside Country Park

75 units · Glamping, Motorhomes, Tents28 acres · Ledbury, Herefordshire, West Midlands

Glamping pods, Scandinavian lodges and first-class camping and caravanning in 25-acre's of Herefordshire countryside, covered by pockets of woodland

Penylan Cider Farm

2 units · Glamping, Motorhomes2 acres · Pontrilas, Wales

Pitches and tiny home glamping on a cider farm in Herefordshire

Newcourt Farm Campsite

50 units · Motorhomes, Tents5 acres · Brecon, Wales

Old-school camping with incredible views in the Brecon Beacons

Broadmeadow Glamping

3 units · Glamping12 acres · Hereford, Herefordshire, West Midlands

A quaint wooden cabin, tucked away on a Herefordshire farm. Perfect for a romantic glamping retreat or year-round family getaways.

Pentwyn Dingle and Lodge Field Camp

30 units · Motorhomes, Tents10 acres · Hay On Wye, Wales

Almost wild camping with good views, near the River Wye and Brecon Beacons

Red Sky at Night Campsite

2 units · Glamping, Motorhomes, Tents10 acres · Monmouth, Wales

If you’re lucky, you’ll get to see at least one of the amazing sunsets at Red Sky at Night Campsite near Monmouth – but if you don’t, there’s mighty compensation in the shape of the spectacular views from just about everywhere on the site. And of course, on clear nights, the night skies are diamond-bright with stars. This family-run camping field on a livestock farm is managed on very laidback lines. Pitch up wherever you like and feel free to park by your tent (weather permitting). Raised campfires are allowed and you can hire firepits and grills (the owners sell local eggs, sausages and pork chops) and buy kindling. You can bring your dogs too (take them for walks in the adjoining woods) but just be sure to keep them under control around the animals. Kids are certainly carefully looked after here. Get a fact sheet on arrival and join mini-campers in wildlife hunts through the trees, looking out all the while for buzzards and red kites. Round and about the site, your offspring can entertain themselves on rope swings, making dens and following a mini-tractor course across the camping field. There’s also a football pitch. Wild camping this may be (there’s no electricity on site, please note) but there are two nicely designed compost loos and a covered sink areas with fresh water tap. So bring your guitar, light that fire, break out the barbecue and enjoy the chilled vibe.

Cwmffrwd Farm Campsite

28 units · Glamping, Motorhomes, Tents22 acres · Crickhowell, Wales

Simple, eco-friendly camping with epic views at the foot of a famed Welsh mountain range

Booked 2 times

At The Top Camping

1 unit · Tent1 acre · Hereford, England

Entire camping field for private groups of up to 10 prople. Minimum price £60 per night for 2 to 4 people, additional guests at £15 per person per night. A family friendly, quiet camping field situated on the edge of the Black Mountains in rural Herefordshire with views of Offa's Dyke and the Cat's Back. Ideal for walking, canoeing and escaping to the countryside. Places to visit include The Golden Valley, Hay-on-Wye, Abergavenny, The River Wye, LLanthony Priory, Brecon Beacons. With the Black Mountains as a backdrop, At The Top Camping field is a true escape to a scenic location. Nearly wild camping, basic facilities of a warm shower, cold tap and a Treebog composting loo system. Bring your own torches. There is no Wi-Fi and mobile signal is patchy. Pitch your tent, sit back, relax and enjoy the peace of the surrounding countryside. Fire pit on site with logs available to buy @ £10 per sack, there is a cooking grill and two park bench tables on site. Dogs welcome, there is fencing around the field but dogs have escaped before! Therefore, please ensure you can control your dogs, there are sheep in adjoining fields. Owners live on site and will be happy to answer any questions you have. Cars parked just outside camping field. Quiet family friendly camping only please. No loud music allowed.

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Stargazer Glamping

3 units · Glamping3 acres · Ross On Wye, England

Luxury bell-tent glamping for couples and families in the serene Wye Valley.

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South Dean Camping

70 units · Motorhomes, Tents12 acres · Barnstaple, Devon, South West England

Clifftop camping with epic sea views, right next to Exmoor National Park.

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White House Glamping in Wye Valley

6 units · Glamping1 acre · Hereford, Herefordshire, West Midlands

Secluded tipi glamping in the Wye Valley set on a working, riverside, dairy farm

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Outdoors@Hay

3 units · Tents3 acres · Hay on Wye, Powys, Mid Wales

Outdoors@Hay is an outdoor activity centre with camping and accommodation set in 3 acres of level paddocks on the Welsh side of the England/Wales border at the foot of the Black Mountains. Just 1 mile from the market town of Hay-on-Wye and the river Wye popular for canoeing, wild swimming and picnics

Campsites with swimming in Wye River guide

Overview

Flowing down from the Welsh mountains and winding along the border of England and Wales, the Wye River is the centrepiece of the Wye Valley AONB. Hike between ancient woodlands and rugged gorges along the Wye Valley Walk, stop for lunch at riverside pubs, and pitch your tent at waterfront camping grounds. Getting on the water is a must, so perhaps admire the views on a boat cruise and hop off to explore historical sites such as Tintern Abbey or Goodrich castle. Water sports, including stand-up paddleboarding, are also popular, or you could paddle between riverside villages in a canoe or kayak.

When to go

May through September is the most popular time for hiking, boat cruises, and water sports along the Wye River, but outdoor activities are possible year-round with the right gear. For the most impressive views, come in spring when colourful wildflowers bloom along the riverbanks or in fall when the forests cast off their autumn leaves. The biennial Wye Valley River Festival (May) brings a series of free events to towns throughout the Wye Valley.

Know before you go

The Wye River runs for about 250 kilometres, from Plynlimon in Wales to the Severn estuary. The main towns along the Wye include Chepstow, Monmouth, and Ross-on-Wye—hikes and boat cruises set out from all three.
Towns along the Wye Valley have various options for camping and restaurants. For camping gear or to stock up on supplies, Chepstow and Monmouth have the most choice.
Most campsites require advance booking, and many ask for the full payment in advance. Be sure to check opening dates, as many close in the winter months.