- Glamping with pets allowed
Dog-friendly glamping near Abergavenny
98% (777) • 481 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Abergavenny
Cuddfan - The Hiding Place
1. Cuddfan - The Hiding Place
100%
(14)
5.8km from Abergavenny · 2 units
A secluded, riverside bell tent in the heart of The Black Mountains
Showers
Campfires
Potable water
from
£40
/ night
Cwmffrwd Farm Campsite
2. Cwmffrwd Farm Campsite
99%
(355)
15km from Abergavenny · 30 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Simple, eco-friendly camping with epic views at the foot of a famed Welsh mountain range
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from
£14
/ night
Upper House Farm Glamping
3. Upper House Farm Glamping
96%
(14)
21km from Abergavenny · 8 units
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.
Showers
Campfires
Hot Tub
from
£70
/ night
Digeddi Wildlife Camping
4. Digeddi Wildlife Camping
97%
(129)
26km from Abergavenny · 14 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Riverside camping and glamping with canoes for hire
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from
£15
/ night
Hideaway Hut, Camping cabin.
5. Hideaway Hut, Camping cabin.
99%
(85)
28km from Abergavenny · 4 units
Magical, secluded glamping in the Wye Valley, yards from the Offas Dyke trail
Showers
Campfires
Hot Tub
from
£96
/ night
Broadmeadow Glamping
6. Broadmeadow Glamping
100%
(35)
28km from Abergavenny · 3 units
A quaint wooden cabin, tucked away on a Herefordshire farm. Perfect for a romantic glamping retreat or year-round family getaways.
Showers
Campfires
Potable water
from
£80
/ night
Camp Hillcrest
7. Camp Hillcrest
93%
(14)
28km from Abergavenny · 1 unit
A horsebox hideaway on a super cool site with its own skatepark
Showers
Campfires
Hot Tub
from
£100
/ night
Great House Farm Luxury Pods
8. Great House Farm Luxury Pods
100%
(35)
34km from Abergavenny · 3 units
Luxury family-sized glamping pods with en-suite facilities and hot tubs, with wonderful views across the Wye Valley
Showers
Campfires
Hot Tub
from
£133
/ night
Darnells Farm
9. Darnells Farm
100%
(25)
39km from Abergavenny · 4 units
White sheets and wellies combine at this small, high-end glamping site on a working farm near Ross-on-Wye.
Showers
Campfires
Potable water
from
£94
/ night
Celtic Woodland Holidays
10. Celtic Woodland Holidays
99%
(136)
43km from Abergavenny · 13 units · Tents, Glamping
An idyllic, wooded, Wye Valley escape, offering glamping pods, a treehouse and traditional woodland camping on levelled pitches
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from
£25
/ night
Berrends Farm
11. Berrends Farm
96%
(38)
52km from Abergavenny · 6 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
We are in the 3 counties area, a short distance from the Malvern Hills. We have pitches for tents and caravans, and also a Shepherds Hut and an Annex.
We are a small working farm. We welcome our guests to enjoy our home. There are lots of local pubs and towns to visit and local attractions located nearby.
Electrical hookup
Campfires
Showers
from
£32
/ night
Gurt Yurts
12. Gurt Yurts
100%
(23)
59km from Abergavenny · 9 units · Tents, Glamping
Off the beaten track on top of the Mendips in an area of outstanding natural beauty. A mixture of four acres of wild woodland, orchard and field set on a hillside. Our Yurt is set up in the trees giving you peaceful seclusion and a clear view across the sea to Wales and the mountains of the Brecon Beacons. A huge range of activities are possible or you can lie in the hammock with a good book. We have very friendly dogs and rescue chickens who may come and visit. Wild deer wander past in the early morning mist and the odd buzzard picks an argument with a bunch of crows but nothing much else should disturb you. We moved here after an 18 month search 8 years ago. It was close to everything we wanted and we've spent some time getting a bit closer.
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from
£12
/ night
Llandyfan Camping
13. Llandyfan Camping
100%
(15)
64km from Abergavenny · 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
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from
£17
/ night
By The Red Phone Box Glamping & Camping
14. By The Red Phone Box Glamping & Camping
99%
(50)
65km from Abergavenny · 9 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Bell tents and spacious pitches in the Teme Valley, close to the Shropshire Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from
£21
/ night
Brandy House Farm
15. Brandy House Farm
100%
(30)
66km from Abergavenny · 6 units · Tents, Glamping
Sleek wooden Camping PODs and upcycled vintage caravan on the welsh border with excellent walking and mountain biking on the doorstep
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from
£15
/ night
The T Barn
16. The T Barn
99%
(90)
78km from Abergavenny · 17 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Bell tents and shepherd’s huts with hot tubs on a picturesque Cotswolds farm near Cirencester
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from
£29
/ night
Abberton Shepherds Hut
17. Abberton Shepherds Hut
100%
(69)
80km from Abergavenny · 1 unit
Romantic shepherd's hut glamping on a Worcestershire farm, with stunning views towards the Cotswolds and a storybook setting
Showers
Campfires
Wifi
from
£140
/ night
Romantic Country Glamping
18. Romantic Country Glamping
92%
(12)
81km from Abergavenny · 2 units
A pair of self-contained glamping getaways in Wiltshire
Showers
Campfires
Potable water
from
£110
/ night
Bredon-Vale Caravan and Camping
19. Bredon-Vale Caravan and Camping
99%
(50)
81km from Abergavenny · 3 units
Laid-back glamping near Evesham, overlooking Bredon Hill and the Malverns.
Showers
Campfires
Wifi
from
£65
/ night
Private Yurt Retreat Rewilded Land
20. Private Yurt Retreat Rewilded Land
97%
(19)
86km from Abergavenny · 1 unit
Year-round yurt stays in a private meadow on the Somerset Levels
Campfires
Potable water
Cooking equipment
from
£81
/ night
98% (777) • 481 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Abergavenny
Cuddfan - The Hiding Place
1. Cuddfan - The Hiding Place
100%
(14)
5.8km from Abergavenny · 2 units
A secluded, riverside bell tent in the heart of The Black Mountains
Showers
Campfires
Potable water
from
£40
/ night
Cwmffrwd Farm Campsite
2. Cwmffrwd Farm Campsite
99%
(355)
15km from Abergavenny · 30 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Simple, eco-friendly camping with epic views at the foot of a famed Welsh mountain range
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from
£14
/ night
Upper House Farm Glamping
3. Upper House Farm Glamping
96%
(14)
21km from Abergavenny · 8 units
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.
Showers
Campfires
Hot Tub
from
£70
/ night
Digeddi Wildlife Camping
4. Digeddi Wildlife Camping
97%
(129)
26km from Abergavenny · 14 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Riverside camping and glamping with canoes for hire
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from
£15
/ night
Hideaway Hut, Camping cabin.
5. Hideaway Hut, Camping cabin.
99%
(85)
28km from Abergavenny · 4 units
Magical, secluded glamping in the Wye Valley, yards from the Offas Dyke trail
Showers
Campfires
Hot Tub
from
£96
/ night
Broadmeadow Glamping
6. Broadmeadow Glamping
100%
(35)
28km from Abergavenny · 3 units
A quaint wooden cabin, tucked away on a Herefordshire farm. Perfect for a romantic glamping retreat or year-round family getaways.
Showers
Campfires
Potable water
from
£80
/ night
Camp Hillcrest
7. Camp Hillcrest
93%
(14)
28km from Abergavenny · 1 unit
A horsebox hideaway on a super cool site with its own skatepark
Showers
Campfires
Hot Tub
from
£100
/ night
Great House Farm Luxury Pods
8. Great House Farm Luxury Pods
100%
(35)
34km from Abergavenny · 3 units
Luxury family-sized glamping pods with en-suite facilities and hot tubs, with wonderful views across the Wye Valley
Showers
Campfires
Hot Tub
from
£133
/ night
Darnells Farm
9. Darnells Farm
100%
(25)
39km from Abergavenny · 4 units
White sheets and wellies combine at this small, high-end glamping site on a working farm near Ross-on-Wye.
Showers
Campfires
Potable water
from
£94
/ night
Celtic Woodland Holidays
10. Celtic Woodland Holidays
99%
(136)
43km from Abergavenny · 13 units · Tents, Glamping
An idyllic, wooded, Wye Valley escape, offering glamping pods, a treehouse and traditional woodland camping on levelled pitches
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from
£25
/ night
Berrends Farm
11. Berrends Farm
96%
(38)
52km from Abergavenny · 6 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
We are in the 3 counties area, a short distance from the Malvern Hills. We have pitches for tents and caravans, and also a Shepherds Hut and an Annex.
We are a small working farm. We welcome our guests to enjoy our home. There are lots of local pubs and towns to visit and local attractions located nearby.
Electrical hookup
Campfires
Showers
from
£32
/ night
Gurt Yurts
12. Gurt Yurts
100%
(23)
59km from Abergavenny · 9 units · Tents, Glamping
Off the beaten track on top of the Mendips in an area of outstanding natural beauty. A mixture of four acres of wild woodland, orchard and field set on a hillside. Our Yurt is set up in the trees giving you peaceful seclusion and a clear view across the sea to Wales and the mountains of the Brecon Beacons. A huge range of activities are possible or you can lie in the hammock with a good book. We have very friendly dogs and rescue chickens who may come and visit. Wild deer wander past in the early morning mist and the odd buzzard picks an argument with a bunch of crows but nothing much else should disturb you. We moved here after an 18 month search 8 years ago. It was close to everything we wanted and we've spent some time getting a bit closer.
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from
£12
/ night
Llandyfan Camping
13. Llandyfan Camping
100%
(15)
64km from Abergavenny · 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
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from
£17
/ night
By The Red Phone Box Glamping & Camping
14. By The Red Phone Box Glamping & Camping
99%
(50)
65km from Abergavenny · 9 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Bell tents and spacious pitches in the Teme Valley, close to the Shropshire Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from
£21
/ night
Brandy House Farm
15. Brandy House Farm
100%
(30)
66km from Abergavenny · 6 units · Tents, Glamping
Sleek wooden Camping PODs and upcycled vintage caravan on the welsh border with excellent walking and mountain biking on the doorstep
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from
£15
/ night
The T Barn
16. The T Barn
99%
(90)
78km from Abergavenny · 17 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Bell tents and shepherd’s huts with hot tubs on a picturesque Cotswolds farm near Cirencester
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from
£29
/ night
Abberton Shepherds Hut
17. Abberton Shepherds Hut
100%
(69)
80km from Abergavenny · 1 unit
Romantic shepherd's hut glamping on a Worcestershire farm, with stunning views towards the Cotswolds and a storybook setting
Showers
Campfires
Wifi
from
£140
/ night
Romantic Country Glamping
18. Romantic Country Glamping
92%
(12)
81km from Abergavenny · 2 units
A pair of self-contained glamping getaways in Wiltshire
Showers
Campfires
Potable water
from
£110
/ night
Bredon-Vale Caravan and Camping
19. Bredon-Vale Caravan and Camping
99%
(50)
81km from Abergavenny · 3 units
Laid-back glamping near Evesham, overlooking Bredon Hill and the Malverns.
Showers
Campfires
Wifi
from
£65
/ night
Private Yurt Retreat Rewilded Land
20. Private Yurt Retreat Rewilded Land
97%
(19)
86km from Abergavenny · 1 unit
Year-round yurt stays in a private meadow on the Somerset Levels
Campfires
Potable water
Cooking equipment
from
£81
/ night
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Jane
3 days ago
Weekend Trip to Bredon-Vale Caravan and Camping
Nice little rural site but not far from Evesham and Broadway - great amenities, eco friendly, honesty box shop etc. Had the log pod which was heated and cosy with little extra touches for valentines night. Firepit and bbq and outdoor bench and chairs provided . Overall a lovely stay.
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Beth
2 weeks ago
Weekend Trip to Abberton Shepherds Hut
Lovely little weekend stay in this beautiful hut kitted with everything you would need. So peaceful, we loved waking up to the farm views and having a warm coffee in the cosy bed with the fire on ❤️☺️
There's lots of warm pubs with great food an easy walk away, a shop just 4 mins drink and loads to do nearby if you'd like to venture further.
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Lucy
January 2026
With kids
We had a lovely fun few night stay in the horsebox. Weather wasnt the best but with the log fire it was still warm. Corinna was very helpful and made sure we was comfortable. We will definitely be back in future.
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Sarah
January 2026
3 nights at Romantic Country Glamping
Absolute perfection! Everything anyone could need and fantastic hosts. Warm and snug even during freezing temperatures. Cannot wait to return.
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Claire
December 2025
With kids
Staying in the Horsebox was just fabulous, so much to do, we enjoyed darts, ping pong, table football, tree net and the fabulous skate park. Our hosts were so friendly and we booked wood fired pizza for our evening meal which was delicious. Perfect for an adventurous stay for our boys 14th birthday weekend.
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Yasmin
November 2025
Weekend Trip to Celtic Woodland Holidays
This was our second time staying here, and it was even more special than the first time.
Every second is something to cherish.
Hosts are lovely, warm and very welcoming. Facilities are outstanding, with communal kitchen and games rooms with had a pool table, air hockey and the means to play table tennis.
The pod was warm, comfortable and homely. We cannot wait to stay again. Perfect getaway.
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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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Carmen
September 2025
Weekend Trip to Berrends Farm
Just a wonderful place to stay!!! Stayed all over England and Scotland and this was my very favourite!!
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Hayley
September 2025
Group trip
We had a great stay in the Wye Pod at Great house farm. Communication was fab and super speedy! All info was sent over on email before our stay and made it very easy for checking in. The pod was cosy and clean, as well as the hot tub being the perfect temperature for arrival. The views are amazing and we all wished we could wake up and use a hot tub with that view everyday! the animals are all cheeky and fun to watch, my favourite was the donkeys! We had a really great dog friendly stay and would defo stay again! The only thing we wouldn't have minded more of was the tea, coffee & sugar. Otherwise a stunning stay!
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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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Julian
September 2025
With pets
This was a super last-minute booking, despite knowing that it was going to be pretty wet all weekend. Despite the rain, this was a magical place and my son and I had a special time together. The rain maybe made it even more special.
Anna is lovely and very helpful and their dog spent quite a lot of time with us because he realised we would continue to throw a stick for it until we went to sleep. Which was bliss!
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Laura
August 2025
With kids
Cedar cabin was absolutely immaculate it was nice and cozy on a hill which gave it the best view! The lake is incredibly stunning and filled with fish! My son also went fishing there and sadly had his fishing rod pulled in by a fish but the next morning the host went and found it. The host was so kind and welcoming 5/5 stars would highly recommend!
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leon
August 2025
2 nights at Llandyfan Camping
The pods were a great little spot, Great Hosts in a great location.
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Steven
August 2025
With pets
Really nice and peaceful place that is clean and well maintained. Would definitely return! The hosts are lovely and incredibly accommodating. What a brilliant location!
My only gripe is with another guest, but there’s nothing the hosts could do to stop this. Essentially another guest that was blatantly a male (nice enough as a person) was using the women’s toilets.
Numerous times my partner went in with my 8 year old daughter to be met by him in the loos. I know it’s the way of this mad world at the moment, as people can identify as an orphaned penguin. But if my daughter had gone in alone, this could have been a potentially dangerous situation with someone that is obviously mentally ill. I have no idea how this can be managed and prevented though without unnecessary cost.
Anyway, this doesn’t affect our opinion of the venue at all. Brilliant break and a much needed period of no devices allowed for myself on my family.
Thanks again.
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Tim
August 2025
With kids
Quiet and civilised site which reminded me why I love camping. It's not a big site but is well organised with many thoughtful touches. I appreciated the grill set in the log cabin and was impressed by the plant-based washing up liquid (no need to carry your own). The log cabin is compact but had everything we needed. The owners are friendly and manage to be discreet yet somehow on call simultaneously. My one suggestion would be to consider getting a (good) coffee machine for the shop. But, really ... it was excellent, thank you.
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Rebecca
August 2025
With kids
We had such a lovely stay here, beautiful scenery and sunsets. The log pod was very comfy, and it’s so nice having a bbq and fire. Toilets /shower block very clean and welcoming. Will be back again, thank you 😊
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Paul
August 2025
Weekend Trip to Upper House Farm Glamping
Fantastic weekend at Upper House Farm glamping. We stayed at the Mountain View Bell tent. Pleasant surprise to see a picnic bench and extendable parasol, which weren't mentioned in the listing. Very comfortable double bed. Great that you have a camping stove, pots and pans, cutlery and crockery. Very thoughtful of the owners to have a bottle of water, wood and kindling. Stunning view of the Black mountains from the field and the stars at night were really a sight to behold. Would highly recommend. You'd be hard pressed to find anything else like this anywhere for an absolute bargain price
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Ruth
August 2025
With pets
The log pod was excellent - great bed and the fridge was nice and cold. BBQ was provided and the little field was perfect for our 7 year old to run around in. We were perfectly placed for kayaking at Aztec Adventures and a trip to Warwick castle. We also walked the 10 mins to Norton Grange which had a lovely play area and beer garden and huge choice on their menu - 20% off for BVCC guests too was a lovely bonus. A really lovely hidden gem of a site - we’ll be back!
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Lara
August 2025
Weekend Trip to Great House Farm Luxury Pods
We had a lovely time in the Irfon pod, everything was exactly as described and our hosts were wonderful. The animals, who were very cunning and hatched their escape were so delightful and really made the trip special, I would definitely recommend to anyone who wants a break from city life and some time around friendly farmstock (I wish I could have taken your goat home)
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Rebecca
August 2025
Group trip
This campsite is perfection. We booked a bell tent to celebrate my birthday. It was a great choice. Everything was just lovely from the warm welcome, the help with transporting all our clobber up the hill, stunning views of the mountains and the site is a wildlife haven. We saw baby swallows and a hedgehog and loved the morning birdsong. Come here for absolute peace and tranquility. We can't wait to return.
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Dog-friendly glamping near Abergavenny guide
Where to go
Black Mountains
The Black Mountains prop up the eastern end of Brecon Beacons National Park, a dark, brooding wedge of hills running from Abergavenny to Hay-on-Wye. The long-distance Offa’s Dyke Path trundles across the range, but hiking opportunities are limitless. The main way in for campers is the Vale of Ewyas, with its Abergavenny-Hay-on-Wye road bisecting some remote countryside below the ridges. Sites here are typically simple and small-scale.
Eastern Brecon Beacons
The Brecon Beacons is a national park of four parts. The eastern part of the Brecon Beacons themselves slot in west of the Black Mountains, south of Brecon and north of Merthyr Tydfil. It is the park’s most-visited area, with the highest peak (Pen y Fan, 2907 feet) and easy access from bigger towns such as Abergavenny, at the southeast corner. Campsites in this rugged expanse are in the verdant valleys around the edge and usually family-oriented.
Usk Valley
The sinuous River Usk threads through winsome, much-overlooked countryside south of Abergavenny. This is a green, gently-rolling land with the Brecon Beacons National Park’s bigger summits still looming in the background. There is delightful hiking, including on the long-distance Usk Valley Walk between Brecon and Caerleon, site of some impressive Roman ruins. Wood-fringed riverside campsites are conveniently positioned near the region’s midriff and area pubs.
When to go
Abergavenny is fabled for its festivals, so it’s worth planning a trip around them: Abergavenny Food Festival is the annual showpiece, in September. Crickhowell, just north, also has a walking festival in March. Weather is notoriously capricious here, and April and September can offer the same dry sunny spells that the height of summer can—and the same seemingly never-ending rain too—only without summer’s crowds.