Campsites near Crickhowell
98% (1.9K) • 4,742 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Crickhowell
Cuddfan - The Hiding Place
1. Cuddfan - The Hiding Place
100%
(15)
2.7km from Crickhowell · 2 units
A secluded, riverside bell tent in the heart of The Black Mountains
Pets
Showers
Campfires
Cwmffrwd Farm Campsite
2. Cwmffrwd Farm Campsite
99%
(368)
8km from Crickhowell · 19 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Simple, eco-friendly camping with epic views at the foot of a famed Welsh mountain range
Pets
Campfires
Showers
Newcourt Farm Campsite
3. Newcourt Farm Campsite
93%
(27)
17km from Crickhowell · 50 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Old-school camping with incredible views in the Brecon Beacons
Pets
Showers
Potable water
Pentwyn Dingle and Lodge Field Camp
4. Pentwyn Dingle and Lodge Field Camp
98%
(66)
18km from Crickhowell · 30 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Almost wild camping with good views, near the River Wye and Brecon Beacons
Pets
Electrical hookup
Campfires
Penylan Cider Farm
5. Penylan Cider Farm
96%
(24)
19km from Crickhowell · 3 units · Motorhomes, Glamping
Pitches and tiny home glamping on a cider farm in Herefordshire
Pets
Campfires
Showers
Upper House Farm Glamping
6. Upper House Farm Glamping
96%
(14)
19km from Crickhowell · 4 units · Tents, Glamping
Our glamping site is set on our family farm in the rural Welsh Border in Herefordshire and we are a dog friendly site. We have just 3 tents in 2.5acres, we want our guests to enjoy the peace and privacy of a rural getaway but have the luxuries of a comfy bed, toilets and showers, a kitchenette and a private fire pit.
We are nestled between family farms and surrounded by sheep, cattle and footpaths, so an adventure is at your doorstep.
If you're looking for a peaceful, secluded and romantic place to unwind then our site is ideal.
We have gorgeous views over the Black Mountains and are close to the towns of Hay-on-Wye and Hereford.
Pets
Campfires
Showers
Glangwdi Glamping
7. Glangwdi Glamping
100%
(12)
20km from Crickhowell · 3 units
Glangwdi Glamping offers furnished bell tents in sight of Pen y Fan, the Brecon Beacon’s highest peak. For some, that alone will be reason enough to book but for others there are further temptations. The site is 2.5 acres. Take, for example, Glangwdi’s pygmy goats. There’s a daily opportunity to meet these little farmyard friends and there are ducks and chickens too. And, as if that’s not enough, this flat field in the foothills is just five miles from bustling Brecon and a short walk from woods, waterfalls and wild swimming.
The bell tents themselves are yet another attraction. There are six; each pitched around the edge of a neat field on a family farm. Woven hazel fencing ensures a little privacy for each camping couple or family – this place is equally suited to both. Children will love the cute pygmy goats and adults… well let’s face it, they will love the pygmy goats too. But they’ll also love the fact that you can hike straight from site to the top of 886-metre Pen y Fan and its twin peak Corn Du. And who wouldn’t enjoy a campfire under the stars, in the shadow of the Beacons?
The five and six metre bell tents are each kitted out with beds, bedding and log-burning stoves. Outside, each has the off-ground fire pit and outdoor seating regular glampers will have come to expect but there’s an added extra too: a private camp kitchen, that’s also canvas covered. It provides a sheltered place to cook and dine when the weather’s wet and welcome shade when this open field is bathed in summer sun.
On such days, this is just the kind of scenic spot that could tempt you to stay on site all day but if you’re feeling adventurous the mountains will soon lure you away. Hiking, biking and wild swimming (try Llyn Cwm Llwch on way up top) are all on offer here. Closer by, Held Wood is a local favourite for walks with a series of small waterfalls within it. The Taff Trail offers well-signposted routes – towards the peaks in one direction or along country lanes to the market town of Brecon in the other.
Showers
Campfires
Hot Tub
Digeddi Wildlife Camping
8. Digeddi Wildlife Camping
97%
(132)
21km from Crickhowell · 13 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Riverside camping and glamping with canoes for hire
Pets
Campfires
Showers
Pytingwyn Woods
9. Pytingwyn Woods
97%
(177)
21km from Crickhowell · 10 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Almost-wild camping on the banks of the River Honddu, edging the Brecon Beacons
Pets
Campfires
Picnic table
Red Sky at Night Campsite
10. Red Sky at Night Campsite
99%
(39)
21km from Crickhowell · 10 units · Tents, Motorhomes
If you’re lucky, you’ll catch at least one of the breathtaking sunsets at Red Sky at Night Campsite near Monmouth. If not, there’s always a stunning view of rolling hills all around. At night, the skies become a dazzling canvas of stars under one of Wales' official Dark Sky Reserves.
This family-run camping field on our laid-back livestock farm is full of rustic charm. Pitch wherever feels right—tent or camper van. Dogs welcome but must always be kept on a lead and cleaned up after (dog waste bin on site, otherwise we are a leave no trace site and you should take your rubbish home with you).
This year, we’re introducing the “Missing Camper Trail” hidden in the woodland—can you find Colin? You’ll also find a new zip line and a slackline for adventurers big and small. Mud Café and den building are still here, along with teddy bears scattered through the woods—no official trail, just hidden friends to find.
Also new this season - a handcrafted washing-up area built by Farmer Ben from wood right off our farm.
Coming soon: We’re hoping for showers this season, but we’ll update when they’re up and running.
Wild camping here means no electricity—just two lovely compost loos and a covered cold-water tap. So bring your guitar, light a fire, and soak up the simplicity... The way camping was intended.
Pets
Campfires
Potable water
68 Degrees West
11. 68 Degrees West
99%
(104)
22km from Crickhowell · 10 units · Motorhomes, Glamping
Pod glamping and family camping on the edge of the Brecon Beacons, with a handy location near Brecon town and sunrises you'll never forget.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Showers
Pwllyn Farm Camping
12. Pwllyn Farm Camping
100%
(224)
25km from Crickhowell · 18 units · Tents, Motorhomes
A wild-feeling, adult-only campsite in the Brecon Beacons National Park, with impressive views of Pen y Fan
Pets
Campfires
Showers
Preston-on-Wye Campsite
13. Preston-on-Wye Campsite
100%
(10)
28km from Crickhowell · 2 units
Located on the Welsh Boarders in Herefordshire, halfway between Hereford and Hay-On-Wye , Preston Campsite is situated alongside the picturesque River Wye. With easy access for campers, glampers, canoeists and fishermen, Preston Campsite is the perfect location to gain access to the river and to escape the hustle and bustle of every day life.
Preston Campsite is located on a working farm, surrounded by an abundance of nature. Watch roaming sheep and cattle grazing, hares busily darting between fields, deer sneaking through and even the resident swans going about their daily lives.
We specialise in Glamping Bell Tents where guests can have a great get away without sacrificing the creature comforts. Forget blow up beds and sleeping bags. Experience the outdoors in style, with our fully equipped Bell Tents. The benefits of real beds, whilst still enjoying outdoor living.
We also welcome Traditional Camping for guests to enjoy getting right back to nature. Book a spot, drive up, and set up your own equipment. Then enjoy quality time by yourself, with friends or with family.
We also welcome Motorhomes, Campers and Caravans who love to explore the countryside with their beloved home from home.
Pets
Showers
Campfires
Broadmeadow Glamping
14. Broadmeadow Glamping
100%
(37)
31km from Crickhowell · 3 units
A quaint wooden cabin, tucked away on a Herefordshire farm. Perfect for a romantic glamping retreat or year-round family getaways.
Pets
Showers
Campfires
Peaceful countryside
15. Peaceful countryside
92%
(13)
32km from Crickhowell · 4 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Wild camping in an idyllic secluded location. Accessed from a country lane ample parking.
Campfires allowed
Animals welcome
Hot showers available
Smaller campers welcome large campers please message first.
Wifi available
Peaceful field for nature lovers amazing bird life. Near footpaths to river Wye for walkers and clear skies for stargazers.
The whole field could be rented privately for family or friends.
Pets
Campfires
Showers
Woodland Tipi & Yurt Holidays
16. Woodland Tipi & Yurt Holidays
100%
(20)
34km from Crickhowell · 7 units
Luxury yurt and tipi camping in a magical woodland setting
Showers
Campfires
Hot Tub
Lodge on a Lake
17. Lodge on a Lake
98%
(33)
35km from Crickhowell · 2 units
Secluded lakeside lodges that show you needn’t travel far from Cardiff city to find countryside
Showers
Hot Tub
Wifi
Celtic Woodland Holidays
18. Celtic Woodland Holidays
99%
(146)
35km from Crickhowell · 13 units · Tents, Glamping
An idyllic, wooded, Wye Valley escape, offering glamping pods, a treehouse and traditional woodland camping on levelled pitches
Pets
Campfires
Showers
Hideaway Hut, Camping cabin.
19. Hideaway Hut, Camping cabin.
99%
(86)
36km from Crickhowell · 4 units
Magical, secluded glamping in the Wye Valley, yards from the Offas Dyke trail
Pets
Showers
Campfires
Camp Hillcrest
20. Camp Hillcrest
94%
(16)
37km from Crickhowell · 1 unit
A horsebox hideaway on a super cool site with its own skatepark
Pets
Showers
Campfires
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
L
Lauren
5 days ago
Tent
Group trip
This campsite is beautiful! We were a group of 11 and stayed in the woodland next to the river. The woodland was so cool during a very hot weekend and having the option to just have a sit down in the river was a game changer (the river itself is super clean and seems very healthy!). David is also a lovely host ☺️ we will definitely be coming back!
See more
k
karen
1 week ago
Tent
With pets
A lovely spot on a quite river/stream - just as described.
See moreB
Benjamin
1 week ago
Tent
David gave me a warm welcome and I was able to moto camp in the woods near the river in a beautiful peaceful setting, I will return!
See moreM
Mat
1 week ago
Tent
Excellent spot to stay, lovely woods nearby and easy to find, absolutely no complaints.
See more
j
jackie
1 week ago
Tent
With pets
David was a fabulous and friendly host. We had a lovely pitch and the site was just right for its proximity to Pen Y Fan which was one of the reasons we picked this site.
The site was great for our dog who loved the water and freedom of having some off lead adventures. David is very easy going and as long as they're not a nuisance it's fine. We loved saying hello to George the horse and he had some little treats from us.
Overall a great experience however if I were to be at all critical there's only one thing .. Another few campers arrived the following day and set up their tents right in front of the toilet area making it a little awkward for us as we then had to navigate around their camp to use it. The site instructions do ask politely for campers to keep the area around the toilet accessible... but I know not everyone follows those..
I think the toilet could do with a little bit of TLC as the door is a little worn out .. also it was a bit messy in there on our arrival so I did have to have a little tidy up
Overall though a great little wild camping site where you can enjoy camp fires and the tranquility and listening to the sound of the water.. we would stay here again.
See more
C
Clare
1 week ago
2 m campervan
With pets
Absolutely loved this site!
A warm and friendly welcome on arrival.
The individual pitches were perfect and all the facilities anyone could need!
I had a wonderful and peaceful stay.
Will definitely return if im down this way!
See more
H
Hannah
2 weeks ago
5 m campervan
Lovely location, spacious pitch & great facilities!
See more
j
jonathan
2 weeks ago
Tent
Group trip
We had a wonderful weekend at Katherine’s place. The whole family made us feel so welcome and were incredibly friendly. It was a fantastic rewilding experience with beautiful open fields, a peaceful atmosphere, and thoughtful eco-friendly amenities.
It was the perfect place to relax, reconnect with nature, and escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Thank you so much, Katherine, for such a lovely weekend. We can’t wait to visit again!
See moreP
Phillip
2 weeks ago
Tent
One night at Pytingwyn Woods wasnt enough. I originally selected David's site for its ability to handle hammocks without searching too hard for a suitable trees, plus George the resident horse was very friendly even to the 1yo we had with us.
The river below our pitch was clear and easy to access if trout fishing is your thing or even cooling down after the hot weather we've had. David, while I never crossed paths for my stay, had left a message stating what to expect and the basics. Will most definitely be booking another stay for longer
See more
J
Jonathan
2 weeks ago
With kids
We had such a brilliant time! The space is so lovely, the tent and hot tub were amazing, and Jo was the best. The kids had a wonderful time with the goats and the dog Lucy :)
Highly recommend!
See more
S
Sophie
3 weeks ago
6 m campervan
With pets
Lovely area, stunning views and clean facilities. Very peaceful campsite
See moreM
Matty
3 weeks ago
5 m campervan
With pets
Loved the site, very quiet, we were the only folk there.
The river was perfect during a heatwave
See more
R
Rachel
3 weeks ago
4 m campervan
We really loved this site. We were at the top of the hill with great views, close to Hay on Wye and able to walk down the the river for a paddle. The facilities were really clean and although it was quite full, they have done in such a way that there's lots of privacy.
See more
E
Emma
3 weeks ago
7 m campervan
With pets
Absolutely fabulous
Really thee best. You need to be self sufficient, but Martin is amazing and the best is that you’re not told what to do etc.
But I love this, respect others, and this beautiful spot SO, NO LITTER OR MESS.
👌👍and be free!
Simply awesome!
Really A spot
Of heaven ! 🤩 xx
Can’t wait to go back 👌
Em Darren and two German sheps xxx
See more
P
Phil
3 weeks ago
Tent
With pets
Really beautiful campsite, lots of space and not crowded, incredible view and great facilities. Pridie and James are lovely too.
See more
N
Naomi
3 weeks ago
5 m campervan
With kids
A lovely simple setup with sweeping views. Large pitches and lots of thoughtful touches - compost loos, hand washing, washing up station, natural play area, woodland activities, etc. We'll be back.
See moreA
Aurélie
3 weeks ago
Tent
The location is beautiful with stunning sunset!
I really like that every tent spot is far enough from the other so we have privacy. Also the fact that every spot has been levelled and with a fire pit is amazing!
We spent the summer solstice there and we had a delightful time!
See more
M
Martin
3 weeks ago
Tent
Beautiful campsite that has the things you need and none of the things you don't. Good spacing between the pitches so it doesn't feel crowded. Monmouth and local facilities are a short drive away. Stunning views across the valley with beautiful sunsets. Highly recommended.
See more
A
Alexandra
3 weeks ago
With kids
We had a fantastic time staying in the Butterfly bell tent. Very nicely decorated and situated.
Pridie was super helpful and great at communicating.
Happy to highly recommend!
See more
S
Sophie
3 weeks ago
With pets
The bell tents here were beautifully set out and very spacious from other campers so it's very private! The sauna was gorgeous with a cold plunge shower and drinking water provided. To go back to the tent with fire wood, all in all made a relaxed and charming night. The hosts were lovely and will be definitely returning ta some point!
See moreCrickhowell camping guide
Where to go
Black Mountains
The Black Mountains flank the eastern end of Brecon Beacons National Park, a dark, brooding wedge of hills running from Abergavenny to Hay-on-Wye, above to Crickhowell’s east. Campers can cut across the hills from Crickhowell to Stanton to access the road through the heart of the mountains, the Vale of Ewyas, or take an enticing network of hiking trails up to the ridgetop. Campsites hereabouts are simple and small-scale: try tenting up at Llanthony, with its majestic 12th-century ruined priory.
Eastern Brecon Beacons
The Eastern Brecon Beacons themselves slot into the Brecon Beacons National Park west of the Black Mountains and north of Merthyr Tydfil. It is the park’s most-visited area, with the highest peak (2,907-foot Pen y Fan) and easy access from towns and villages popular with visitors, like Crickhowell, on the eastern edge. Camping in this wild expanse generally means pitching in the verdant valleys around the edge.
Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal
This 36-mile winsome waterway traces the line of the River Usk between Brecon and Abergavenny, and on to Cwmbran - navigable along its entirety and with a towpath perfect for pedalling along. It passes within 1.5 miles of Crickhowell at Llangattock. It shows a side to the Brecon Beacons National Park you otherwise seldom see: tranquil, tree-fringed water and dreamy time-lost villages. Canal-bound campers can find places to pitch near the canal’s northern end.
When to go
Pick calm weather for forays into the tempestuous Black Mountains and Eastern Brecon Beacons, though weather in the valley around Crickhowell is more calm. March announces the Crickhowell Walking Festival—a great time to explore the local paths free from summer’s crowds. Otherwise, May and September are often the driest months for long-distance hiking.
