- Camping with Campfires allowed
Campsites with campfires near Porthcawl
97% (2K) • 1,571 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Porthcawl
Berry's Ground Lane Campsite
1. Berry's Ground Lane Campsite
100%
(18)
33km from Porthcawl · 40 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Wake up to sea air, wide open skies and the sound of nature at this peaceful, wild-style campsite on the North Devon coast. Set on an organic working farm, each spacious field has no more than six pitches, giving you plenty of room to relax, explore and enjoy the incredible coastal views.
Campfires are very much part of the experience. We provide raised firepits to borrow, with logs available to buy on site, making evenings perfect for stargazing, sharing stories and unwinding together around the fire.
The campsite is located just outside the small hamlet of Martinhoe, with direct access to the South West Coast Path for spectacular coastal walks straight from your pitch. A historic Roman beacon sits nearby, and the surrounding farmland is rich in wildlife — deer are often spotted in neighbouring fields, alongside birds of prey and songbirds.
Facilities are simple and low-impact, with a compost toilet and a water point provided. There is no electricity, no showers and no Wi-Fi — a delightfully off-grid setting designed for those who value peace, space and time outdoors.
Spacious, calm and family-friendly, this is an ideal place to slow down, reconnect with nature and enjoy a truly rural coastal escape.
Pets
Potable water
from
£24
/ night
South Dean Camping
2. South Dean Camping
98%
(307)
35km from Porthcawl · 70 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Clifftop camping with epic sea views, right next to Exmoor National Park.
Pets
Showers
Potable water
from
£35
/ night
Girt Down Camping
3. Girt Down Camping
99%
(79)
38km from Porthcawl · 23 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Set the edge of Exmoor, we have unrivalled coastal views, direct access to the South West Coast Path and Combe Martin bay is just a little walk away (perfect for paddle-boarding and dolphin spotting!).
Choose your pitch, settle down by a fire pit and watch the sun set across Combe Martin bay. With pizza’s available on some weekends, breakfast baguettes for breakfast and a selection of farm produce available - we have everything you could need, we are campervan friendly too.
With footpaths from the farm in all directions you can join the South West Coast Path or just ramble down to the village where there are shops, cafes and pubs a plenty.
With full flushing toilets and hot showers, as well as a washing up area, there is even an old railway carriage with electric plugs to charge your phone or dry your hair, with a fridge and freezer to look after your supper too.
We are a small site focusing on that quiet get-away. There is no road noise, just the farmer going about his day job, who’s more than happy to chat about the wildlife, birds and weather!
Pets
Showers
Potable water
from
£24
/ night
Westland Farm
4. Westland Farm
100%
(140)
40km from Porthcawl · 21 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Camping and glamping on a working farm, with yurts, huts with hot tubs, and simple, spacious, sociable camping pitches
Pets
Showers
Potable water
from
£13
/ night
Porte Meadows
5. Porte Meadows
90%
(10)
41km from Porthcawl · 15 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Set on a contractor farm is Porte Meadows. Just on the edge of Exmoor National Park, 10 miles from Woolacombe beach and 12 miles to the busy town of Barnstaple. We are back to basics off grid but with proper toilets and showers, filtered drinking water and waste points. Caravans, campers and tents welcome and there is a pub within walking distance ( just across the road).
Easy to find, no narrow lanes. Storage available.
Pets
Showers
Picnic table
from
£18
/ night
Under the Milky Way
6. Under the Milky Way
100%
(20)
41km from Porthcawl · 4 units
A charming glamping getaway on the North Devon Heritage Coast near some of the finest beaches in the south-west.
Showers
Potable water
Cooking equipment
from
£127
/ night
The Exmoor Woodland Escape
7. The Exmoor Woodland Escape
100%
(28)
42km from Porthcawl · 2 units
A pair of charming self-contained shepherd’s huts on Exmoor – with hot tubs and views
Showers
Hot Tub
Potable water
from
£135
/ night
Llandyfan Camping
8. Llandyfan Camping
100%
(15)
43km from Porthcawl · 29 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Our beautiful home is a glamping and camping site with its own gorgeous fishing lake on the outskirts of the village of Llandyfan. You can find us to the west of the Brecon Beacons or Bannau Brycheiniog National Park.
Llandyfan Campsite has been lovingly re-established in early 2024 by Andy and Jo. Since taking ownership, we have rolled up our sleeves and got stuck into restoring it to its former glory and will soon be back to being a fully operational slice of Welsh heaven.
Our first focus has been the fishing lake which we opened in March. The campsite followed in May. We are currently working on electric hook ups and other improvements.
We have chickens on site that roam free during the day. They are friendly and like to wander around the tents to say hello to our guests!
We would like everyone who visits to have a great time and a relaxing break. Whilst here please be considerate towards others, to their property, and while using the facilities. If you have any concerns, please let us know.
We have brought out a few rules from our T&Cs and we kindly ask that you have a read through before your stay.
Litter:
You must pick up your litter. Please either take it with you or recycle it appropriately in the bins onsite. There are bins around the campsite, please recycle where possible.
Pitches to be left as you found them.
Noise:
Be respectful and consider your neighbours. Keep noise to a minimum after 10pm and before 8am in the morning.
No loud music is to be played at any time.
Children:
Children must be supervised at all times around the campsite and can play within the pitch space allocated to you. At quiet times, it may be possible for children to use vacant pitches for play but this cannot be guaranteed. The amenity block and associated facilities are not to be used as a play area.
Dogs:
Must not to be left unattended.
Are to be kept on leads at all times whilst on the campsite. (We are working on an enclosed dog walking area, however this is not yet available).
no refunds on bookings if cancelled withing 10days of booking
Pets
Showers
Potable water
from
£17
/ night
Cheglinch Farm Glamping
9. Cheglinch Farm Glamping
100%
(26)
47km from Porthcawl · 3 units
Small-scale, eco-friendly glamping on a working Devon farm, and the West Country coast nearby
Showers
Wifi
Potable water
from
£115
/ night
Cheglinch Camping (Wild Camping)
10. Cheglinch Camping (Wild Camping)
100%
(20)
47km from Porthcawl · 27 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Unspoiled countryside camping on the outskirts of a working Devon farm, offering far-reaching views and a relaxed atmosphere
Pets
Potable water
from
£16
/ night
LEE MEADOW FARM CAMPING
11. LEE MEADOW FARM CAMPING
95%
(11)
47km from Porthcawl · 45 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Traditional camping with lovely farm shop and take away Bike hire Zip wire camping shop Camp fires allowed bell tent glamping stays available cycle trail at the end of the lane situated just off the South West Coast Path 5 min drive from award winning Woolacombe Beach set in the beautiful countryside with some amazing views some of the sea electric hookup available grass pitches free hot showers washing up facilities family bathroom plenty of room for everyone to have a lovely time
Pets
Electrical hookup
Showers
from
£35
/ night
Poole Farm
12. Poole Farm
100%
(17)
49km from Porthcawl · 2 units
Pods on a farm overlooking Woolacombe Bay in Devon
Showers
Potable water
Cooking equipment
from
£89
/ night
Tor Cefn Farm
13. Tor Cefn Farm
94%
(16)
49km from Porthcawl · 1 unit · Tent, Motorhome
A back-to-basics Carmarthenshire campsite with farm animals and a tearoom
Pets
Potable water
from
£22
/ night
Pwllyn Farm Camping
14. Pwllyn Farm Camping
100%
(219)
49km from Porthcawl · 19 units · Tents, Motorhomes
A wild-feeling, adult-only campsite in the Brecon Beacons National Park, with impressive views of Pen y Fan
Pets
Showers
Potable water
from
£13
/ night
Fairlinch Camping
15. Fairlinch Camping
96%
(74)
54km from Porthcawl · 20 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Keep your eyes on the sky; buzzards, kestrels, peregrine, falcons and barn owls are all common visitors
Pets
Showers
Potable water
from
£14
/ night
Secret Spot Camping Saunton
16. Secret Spot Camping Saunton
99%
(140)
54km from Porthcawl · 12 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Finding this exclusive Devon spot is like making it on to the best VIP guest list in town
Pets
Showers
Potable water
from
£20
/ night
Camp Couture
17. Camp Couture
100%
(17)
55km from Porthcawl · 4 units · Tents, Glamping
We Have 10 acres, 5 of which is woodland. Each let has its own private area with seating table and fire pit some of our let’s have either a hammock or swinging chair
Tent pitches are in the woodland which also have their own private area with table chairs hammock fire pit and a camp kitchen to share.
We have friendly residents of Alpaca, sheep, a goat and peacocks and chickens that you are welcome to feed with the supplied food.
We have a local pub you can walk to across farmers fields about a 20 minute ramble. South Molton, a 3 minute drive away, has a small artisan market voted the best in the UK
Pets
Showers
Potable water
from
£35
/ night
Pytingwyn Woods
18. Pytingwyn Woods
97%
(140)
57km from Porthcawl · 8 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Almost-wild camping on the banks of the River Honddu, edging the Brecon Beacons
Pets
Picnic table
from
£13
/ night
Cuddfan - The Hiding Place
19. Cuddfan - The Hiding Place
100%
(14)
58km from Porthcawl · 2 units
A secluded, riverside bell tent in the heart of The Black Mountains
Pets
Showers
Potable water
from
£40
/ night
Aldridge Mill
20. Aldridge Mill
95%
(22)
59km from Porthcawl · 5 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
A yurt, a gypsy wagon, and wild camping pitches in a Devon valley.
Pets
Potable water
from
£20
/ night
97% (2K) • 1,571 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Porthcawl
Berry's Ground Lane Campsite
1. Berry's Ground Lane Campsite
100%
(18)
33km from Porthcawl · 40 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Wake up to sea air, wide open skies and the sound of nature at this peaceful, wild-style campsite on the North Devon coast. Set on an organic working farm, each spacious field has no more than six pitches, giving you plenty of room to relax, explore and enjoy the incredible coastal views.
Campfires are very much part of the experience. We provide raised firepits to borrow, with logs available to buy on site, making evenings perfect for stargazing, sharing stories and unwinding together around the fire.
The campsite is located just outside the small hamlet of Martinhoe, with direct access to the South West Coast Path for spectacular coastal walks straight from your pitch. A historic Roman beacon sits nearby, and the surrounding farmland is rich in wildlife — deer are often spotted in neighbouring fields, alongside birds of prey and songbirds.
Facilities are simple and low-impact, with a compost toilet and a water point provided. There is no electricity, no showers and no Wi-Fi — a delightfully off-grid setting designed for those who value peace, space and time outdoors.
Spacious, calm and family-friendly, this is an ideal place to slow down, reconnect with nature and enjoy a truly rural coastal escape.
Pets
Potable water
from
£24
/ night
South Dean Camping
2. South Dean Camping
98%
(307)
35km from Porthcawl · 70 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Clifftop camping with epic sea views, right next to Exmoor National Park.
Pets
Showers
Potable water
from
£35
/ night
Girt Down Camping
3. Girt Down Camping
99%
(79)
38km from Porthcawl · 23 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Set the edge of Exmoor, we have unrivalled coastal views, direct access to the South West Coast Path and Combe Martin bay is just a little walk away (perfect for paddle-boarding and dolphin spotting!).
Choose your pitch, settle down by a fire pit and watch the sun set across Combe Martin bay. With pizza’s available on some weekends, breakfast baguettes for breakfast and a selection of farm produce available - we have everything you could need, we are campervan friendly too.
With footpaths from the farm in all directions you can join the South West Coast Path or just ramble down to the village where there are shops, cafes and pubs a plenty.
With full flushing toilets and hot showers, as well as a washing up area, there is even an old railway carriage with electric plugs to charge your phone or dry your hair, with a fridge and freezer to look after your supper too.
We are a small site focusing on that quiet get-away. There is no road noise, just the farmer going about his day job, who’s more than happy to chat about the wildlife, birds and weather!
Pets
Showers
Potable water
from
£24
/ night
Westland Farm
4. Westland Farm
100%
(140)
40km from Porthcawl · 21 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Camping and glamping on a working farm, with yurts, huts with hot tubs, and simple, spacious, sociable camping pitches
Pets
Showers
Potable water
from
£13
/ night
Porte Meadows
5. Porte Meadows
90%
(10)
41km from Porthcawl · 15 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Set on a contractor farm is Porte Meadows. Just on the edge of Exmoor National Park, 10 miles from Woolacombe beach and 12 miles to the busy town of Barnstaple. We are back to basics off grid but with proper toilets and showers, filtered drinking water and waste points. Caravans, campers and tents welcome and there is a pub within walking distance ( just across the road).
Easy to find, no narrow lanes. Storage available.
Pets
Showers
Picnic table
from
£18
/ night
Under the Milky Way
6. Under the Milky Way
100%
(20)
41km from Porthcawl · 4 units
A charming glamping getaway on the North Devon Heritage Coast near some of the finest beaches in the south-west.
Showers
Potable water
Cooking equipment
from
£127
/ night
The Exmoor Woodland Escape
7. The Exmoor Woodland Escape
100%
(28)
42km from Porthcawl · 2 units
A pair of charming self-contained shepherd’s huts on Exmoor – with hot tubs and views
Showers
Hot Tub
Potable water
from
£135
/ night
Llandyfan Camping
8. Llandyfan Camping
100%
(15)
43km from Porthcawl · 29 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Our beautiful home is a glamping and camping site with its own gorgeous fishing lake on the outskirts of the village of Llandyfan. You can find us to the west of the Brecon Beacons or Bannau Brycheiniog National Park.
Llandyfan Campsite has been lovingly re-established in early 2024 by Andy and Jo. Since taking ownership, we have rolled up our sleeves and got stuck into restoring it to its former glory and will soon be back to being a fully operational slice of Welsh heaven.
Our first focus has been the fishing lake which we opened in March. The campsite followed in May. We are currently working on electric hook ups and other improvements.
We have chickens on site that roam free during the day. They are friendly and like to wander around the tents to say hello to our guests!
We would like everyone who visits to have a great time and a relaxing break. Whilst here please be considerate towards others, to their property, and while using the facilities. If you have any concerns, please let us know.
We have brought out a few rules from our T&Cs and we kindly ask that you have a read through before your stay.
Litter:
You must pick up your litter. Please either take it with you or recycle it appropriately in the bins onsite. There are bins around the campsite, please recycle where possible.
Pitches to be left as you found them.
Noise:
Be respectful and consider your neighbours. Keep noise to a minimum after 10pm and before 8am in the morning.
No loud music is to be played at any time.
Children:
Children must be supervised at all times around the campsite and can play within the pitch space allocated to you. At quiet times, it may be possible for children to use vacant pitches for play but this cannot be guaranteed. The amenity block and associated facilities are not to be used as a play area.
Dogs:
Must not to be left unattended.
Are to be kept on leads at all times whilst on the campsite. (We are working on an enclosed dog walking area, however this is not yet available).
no refunds on bookings if cancelled withing 10days of booking
Pets
Showers
Potable water
from
£17
/ night
Cheglinch Farm Glamping
9. Cheglinch Farm Glamping
100%
(26)
47km from Porthcawl · 3 units
Small-scale, eco-friendly glamping on a working Devon farm, and the West Country coast nearby
Showers
Wifi
Potable water
from
£115
/ night
Cheglinch Camping (Wild Camping)
10. Cheglinch Camping (Wild Camping)
100%
(20)
47km from Porthcawl · 27 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Unspoiled countryside camping on the outskirts of a working Devon farm, offering far-reaching views and a relaxed atmosphere
Pets
Potable water
from
£16
/ night
LEE MEADOW FARM CAMPING
11. LEE MEADOW FARM CAMPING
95%
(11)
47km from Porthcawl · 45 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Traditional camping with lovely farm shop and take away Bike hire Zip wire camping shop Camp fires allowed bell tent glamping stays available cycle trail at the end of the lane situated just off the South West Coast Path 5 min drive from award winning Woolacombe Beach set in the beautiful countryside with some amazing views some of the sea electric hookup available grass pitches free hot showers washing up facilities family bathroom plenty of room for everyone to have a lovely time
Pets
Electrical hookup
Showers
from
£35
/ night
Poole Farm
12. Poole Farm
100%
(17)
49km from Porthcawl · 2 units
Pods on a farm overlooking Woolacombe Bay in Devon
Showers
Potable water
Cooking equipment
from
£89
/ night
Tor Cefn Farm
13. Tor Cefn Farm
94%
(16)
49km from Porthcawl · 1 unit · Tent, Motorhome
A back-to-basics Carmarthenshire campsite with farm animals and a tearoom
Pets
Potable water
from
£22
/ night
Pwllyn Farm Camping
14. Pwllyn Farm Camping
100%
(219)
49km from Porthcawl · 19 units · Tents, Motorhomes
A wild-feeling, adult-only campsite in the Brecon Beacons National Park, with impressive views of Pen y Fan
Pets
Showers
Potable water
from
£13
/ night
Fairlinch Camping
15. Fairlinch Camping
96%
(74)
54km from Porthcawl · 20 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Keep your eyes on the sky; buzzards, kestrels, peregrine, falcons and barn owls are all common visitors
Pets
Showers
Potable water
from
£14
/ night
Secret Spot Camping Saunton
16. Secret Spot Camping Saunton
99%
(140)
54km from Porthcawl · 12 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Finding this exclusive Devon spot is like making it on to the best VIP guest list in town
Pets
Showers
Potable water
from
£20
/ night
Camp Couture
17. Camp Couture
100%
(17)
55km from Porthcawl · 4 units · Tents, Glamping
We Have 10 acres, 5 of which is woodland. Each let has its own private area with seating table and fire pit some of our let’s have either a hammock or swinging chair
Tent pitches are in the woodland which also have their own private area with table chairs hammock fire pit and a camp kitchen to share.
We have friendly residents of Alpaca, sheep, a goat and peacocks and chickens that you are welcome to feed with the supplied food.
We have a local pub you can walk to across farmers fields about a 20 minute ramble. South Molton, a 3 minute drive away, has a small artisan market voted the best in the UK
Pets
Showers
Potable water
from
£35
/ night
Pytingwyn Woods
18. Pytingwyn Woods
97%
(140)
57km from Porthcawl · 8 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Almost-wild camping on the banks of the River Honddu, edging the Brecon Beacons
Pets
Picnic table
from
£13
/ night
Cuddfan - The Hiding Place
19. Cuddfan - The Hiding Place
100%
(14)
58km from Porthcawl · 2 units
A secluded, riverside bell tent in the heart of The Black Mountains
Pets
Showers
Potable water
from
£40
/ night
Aldridge Mill
20. Aldridge Mill
95%
(22)
59km from Porthcawl · 5 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
A yurt, a gypsy wagon, and wild camping pitches in a Devon valley.
Pets
Potable water
from
£20
/ night
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Chris
1 week ago
Tent
With kids
Great location, just outside of town.
This was our second time staying here and we definitely plan to stay again.
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Zohreh
2 weeks ago
Tent
Great site, really nice space. Loved the sound of the river and was nice at this time of year to be alone in nature!
Facilities are good and its well maintained.
Thank you!
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Paul
December 2025
Tent
Group trip
This campsite is fantastic. We attend once a year in November. It has a somewhere to park, compost toilet and the great outdoors. The owner is a perfect gentleman. Always helpful, happy and accommodating.
We will be back next year. Thank you!
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Paul
November 2025
4 m Class B
I only stayed two night on my own but will definitely come back.
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Chris
November 2025
Tent
Lovely little basic campsite, nice and close to Brecon town. Will definitely be staying here again in the near future
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Jasmine
October 2025
Weekend Trip to Llandyfan Camping
A lovely stay on a nice quiet campsite. Would visit again :)
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James
October 2025
5 m Class B
A really beautiful little spot for the night.
Lots of places to pitch and the river flowing through provides a really nice backdrop.
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Jake
October 2025
Weekend Trip to The Exmoor Woodland Escape
Had an amazing time at Alison and Bear’s shepherds hut. Such a beautiful, peaceful location and a very cosy hut. Alison and Bear were very kind and helpful, guiding us to the hut when we arrived and they’d already lit the log burner and hot tub fire.
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Paul
October 2025
Tent
We had a great time during our stay at the site. We chose to camp by the small river that runs through the property and it was beautiful, almost like in the wild. Highly recommend!
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Jonpaul
October 2025
Tent
I was really impressed with the location and secondly the peace and quiet at the time of my camp. With the lovely sound of the river nearby it was an excellent stay. A great find.
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Noa
October 2025
2 nights at The Exmoor Woodland Escape
The hut is so pretty and cozy! The hut tub was perfect and Alison was so so nice, she took care of everything we needed. Beware that the road to the hut is muddy.
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Niome
October 2025
With kids
brilliant place to stay, very relaxed there but if you need anything they was there. me and my partner stayed here with our 2 daughters and our dog and it was 100% one of the best places we have been to, great veiws, great facilities. all in all will 100% be staying again and maybe try the other cabins.
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Finty
September 2025
Tent
We loved our stay at Aldridge Mill! It was so peaceful and lots of lovely walking spots near by :)
It was so refreshing having space for ourselves and our dogs - We arrived at the end of September so was very quiet and spacious.
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James
September 2025
Tent
Despite the weather we had a great few nights here. The facilities are clean and modern and the barn provided everything we could need, including some much needed shelter during the high winds and rain we experienced. Great campsite with plenty of space.
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Jack
September 2025
Tent
Very helpful and friendly, lovely views and clean facilities, would recommend 👍
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Jack
September 2025
5 m car
With pets
Absolutely beautiful spot, even better than the photos make out. Lesley showed us a more sheltered pitch and it was perfect. The walking straight from the site was amazing and the views from littlehangman down into the town were stunning. Paul provided us with a big bucket of logs and we kept the fire going for ages. Would 100% recommend :)
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Dominic
September 2025
Tent
Great campsite, friendly staff, very quiet and good facilities.
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Ashik
September 2025
2 nights at Cuddfan - The Hiding Place
Thanks Mark for the lovely stay! The area is secluded and picturesque, which really gave us the feeling of living a nomadic life with just the basic amenities.
A few tips for future visitors:
Bring a hanging light or headlamp, as it gets very dark and there’s no lighting provided.
There’s a gas stove and cooking area, but you’ll need to bring your own utensils.
Pack warm duvets and thick jackets if you’re visiting in autumn, as nights can get very cold.
🚗 Important: Do not drive your car down to the tent. Park just after entering the gate and walk down instead. I missed the host’s message about this, got stuck trying to drive back up, and had to be rescued by a farmer with his tractor (thankfully the host responded quickly and was super helpful!).
Despite that little adventure, I absolutely loved the stay and would highly recommend it if you’re looking for a unique experience without the hassle of putting up a tent yourself.
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Hannah
September 2025
5 m car
With kids
A lovely last minute find. The location is good and the facilities great, we will be back 😊
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Mark
September 2025
Tent
The camp was in a lovely setting and was so peaceful. Agreat place to camp, and so close to Brecon town and local activities. We had a great time :)
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Campsites with campfires near Porthcawl guide
Where to go
Merthyr-Mawr Warren NNR
East of Porthcawl, the coastline bends into this extensive, protected tract of vegetated dunes, which includes Wales’ highest and Europe’s second-highest sand dune and valuable habitats for wildlife. It’s a substantial section of a dune system stretching from the Vale of Glamorgan, a few miles southeast of Porthcawl, to Swansea, 18 miles northwest. The nearest pitching to this sandy wonderland can be found in Porthcawl itself.
Mynydd Margam
Mynydd Margam is a gem of a destination seven miles north of Porthcawl. Its most notable feature is Margam Country Park, a serene enclave of landscaped grounds, woods, and deer park containing a 12th-century Cistercian ruined abbey and a country house. Above the country park the land rises into forested hills, accessed by trails like the Ogwr Ridgeway Walk. You can camp alongside the country park at campsites offering designated pitches.
Vale of Glamorgan
A few miles east of Porthcawl, on the other side of Merthyr-Mawr NNR, the lovely Vale of Glamorgan occupies the coastline along to Cardiff with well-to-do villages and towns, excellent restaurants, gentle inland countryside scattered with prehistoric sites and dramatic coast replete with swooping cliffs and serendipitous sandy bays. Pitch near Dunraven Bay or historic Llantwit Major for camping close to the area’s stunning heritage coast.
When to go
The Bristol Channel onto which Porthcawl faces can take a battering from the weather at any time of year, but generally, this coast has more sun and higher summer temperatures than the majority of Wales. July is the warmest month, while late August sees seawater temperatures reach their warmest (15°C and higher). The Between the Trees Festival, held in August in the woods behind Merthyr-Mawr Warren NNR, is the liveliest of the area’s annual events.