Mountain Camping Near Nicholaston, Swansea

Pick up a brochure for The Gower Peninsula and, chances are, it’ll feature a picture of Three Cliffs Bay, below the pretty village of Nicholaston, on the cover. It’s indisputably one of the finest beaches in south Wales and a fantastic spot for any camping holiday.

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Top-rated campgrounds

Pick up a brochure for The Gower Peninsula and, chances are, it’ll feature a picture of Three Cliffs Bay, below the pretty village of Nicholaston, on the cover. It’s indisputably one of the finest beaches in south Wales and a fantastic spot for any camping holiday.

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1. 68 Degrees West

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66km from Nicholaston · 10 units · Motorhomes, Glamping · Cradoc, Wales

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.

2. Torrent Walk Campsite and Bunkhouse

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132km from Nicholaston · 78 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping · Dolgellau, Gwynedd, North Wales

Campfires, mountain views and ample grassy space in the heart of Snowdonia National Park

3. Campsite 360°

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88km from Nicholaston · 24 units · Tents, Motorhomes · England

Campsite 360° – Wild Freedom in the Black Mountains Tucked away in the untamed beauty of the Black Mountains, Campsite 360° is a true off-grid retreat for those seeking peace, space, and adventure. With panoramic views stretching to the horizon, this wild, solar-powered haven offers a rare escape from the noise and rush of modern life. Wake to the sound of birdsong, breathe crisp mountain air, and watch the sun spill across rolling hills and valleys. Whether you pitch a tent under a starlit sky, park up your campervan in a secluded spot, or simply spend your days exploring, Campsite 360° is all about reconnecting with nature – and yourself. Our land is more than a campsite – it’s a living landscape. You’ll find open meadows, sheltered hollows, and vantage points perfect for soaking up 360-degree views. There are no bright city lights here, just a canopy of stars at night and the distant silhouette of mountains by day. We welcome solo travellers, couples, families, and small groups looking for a space to gather, celebrate, or simply unwind. If you’re an outdoor enthusiast, the surrounding Black Mountains offer endless opportunities for hiking, cycling, and wildlife spotting. If relaxation is your goal, pull up a chair, light a campfire, and let the world drift away. Facilities & Features: Spacious, unmarked pitches for tents and campervans Off-grid, solar-powered amenities Fresh air and no traffic noise – just nature Fire pits available (wood supplied on request) Pet-friendly – dogs welcome on leads Stunning views in every direction Why Choose Campsite 360°? This is camping as it’s meant to be – simple, peaceful, and in harmony with the land. Our focus is on providing space and freedom, not crowded plots and strict schedules. You’re free to choose your spot, wander the land, and immerse yourself in the rhythms of the natural world. If you’re looking for an authentic wild camping experience with the convenience of a welcoming base, you’ve found it. Come with an open mind, leave with a full heart.

4. Hopkins Retreat

21km from Nicholaston · 1 unit · Glamping · Wales

Recently renovated static caravan with enclosed private garden which has a Hottub barbecue and patio area.Many amenities close by .Walks straight off farm.Golf,reservoir with kayak launch or hire.Nature reserve,all within 3 miles.2pubs in village one has cycle hire with access direct to cycle route which goes on for miles.Within half hour of beaches and marina also not far to Brecon Beacons and many attractions.

5. Pytingwyn Woods

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67km from Nicholaston · 8 units · Tents, Motorhomes · Brecon, Powys, Mid Wales

Almost-wild camping on the banks of the River Honddu, edging the Brecon Beacons

6. Cwmllwyd Getaways

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118km from Nicholaston · 3 units · Glamping · Powys, Mid Wales

Welsh valley glamping with panoramic views and hot tubs

7. Graig Wen - Wild Snowdonia Escapes

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128km from Nicholaston · 33 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping · Gwynedd, North Wales

Succumb to the tranquil hills of Graig Wen. Smart, sustainable and quite simply, lush.

8. Penylan Cider Farm

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95km from Nicholaston · 3 units · Motorhomes, Glamping · Pontrilas, Wales

Pitches and tiny home glamping on a cider farm in Herefordshire

9. Celtic Woodland Holidays

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80km from Nicholaston · 13 units · Tents, Glamping · Powys, Mid Wales

An idyllic, wooded, Wye Valley escape, offering glamping pods, a treehouse and traditional woodland camping on levelled pitches

10. Digeddi Wildlife Camping

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86km from Nicholaston · 14 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping · Powys, Mid Wales

Riverside camping and glamping with canoes for hire

11. Eden's Nook

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138km from Nicholaston · 6 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping · Welshpool, Wales

The most welcoming camping park in the heart of the Welsh Countryside. Forest View is situated 9 miles from the Town of Llanfyllin and 3 miles from Lake Vyrnwy. We are nestled next to the Dyfnant Forest and offer superb views and access to the Welsh countryside Eden's Kitchen Serves Breakfast 8am to 11am

12. Hillfort Camping

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79km from Nicholaston · 15 units · Tents, Motorhomes · Pencaer, Wales

Camping and glamping in secluded pitches on top of the world in Pembrokeshire. Views don’t get much better than this.

13. Pwllyn Farm Camping

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58km from Nicholaston · 19 units · Tents, Motorhomes · Brecon, Powys, Mid Wales

A wild-feeling, adult-only campsite in the Brecon Beacons National Park, with impressive views of Pen y Fan

14. Cuddfan - The Hiding Place

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78km from Nicholaston · 2 units · Glamping · Crickhowell, Wales

A secluded, riverside bell tent in the heart of The Black Mountains

15. Big Barn Camping

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35km from Nicholaston · 17 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping · Laugharne, Carmarthenshire, South Wales

Care-free camping and glamping in the heart of Carmarthen Bay's Dylan Thomas country.

16. Llandyfan Camping

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31km from Nicholaston · 29 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping · England

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

17. Belan Bluebell Woods

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103km from Nicholaston · 4 units · Motorhomes, Glamping · Llanidloes, Wales

We are a small family farm site hidden in the Cambrian Mountains of Mid Wales, near the lovely town of Llanidloes. Our easy to find, just off A470 location makes a stay with us convenient yet once you wind up to our drive you are on top of the world with spectacular views both day and night - we are a recognised Dark Skies Wales area for outstanding stargazing due to our lofty 1300ft height and un-light polluted sky. With over 60 acres to explore space and quite is guaranteed. Choose from secluded Idris the Shepherds hut with repurposed horsebox shower and woodfired outdoor bath, family glamping geo-domes Willow & Oak and Daisy bell tent each with covered camp kitchens or wild meadow camping plus a campervan spot. Our mission is to rewild the farm, manage the ancient woodland, support the abundant wildlife & finally protect its 5 acre peat-bog (peat bogs are as environmentally important as rain forests – peat holds more carbon than the combined forests of Britain, France and Germany!)

18. Cwmffrwd Farm Campsite

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78km from Nicholaston · 30 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping · Crickhowell, Wales

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

19. Dan Y Ser Glamping Under The Stars

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109km from Nicholaston · 5 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping · Wales

Dan Y Ser Glamping Under The Stars. Luxury Stargazing Glamping in the heart of mid-Wales, find your peace beneath the starlit sky. Set in a peaceful wildflower meadow with trees surrounding the pitches are our self-catering echo Glamping Stargazers. Our dark skies offer incredible stargazing opportunities for guests. If you love to explore nature, but also enjoy the comforts of home when on holiday, our luxury Stargazing tent combines the best of both worlds. The Stargazer is nestled into the corner of the meadow with wildflowers and landscaping ensuring your privacy. With close proximity to nature, we offer everything guests desire, from a fully equipped kitchen, luxurious private bathrooms, even the beds and lounges are a step up from basic camping, comfort is key. Our Stargazers have 360 degrees of transparent roof panels giving the best view of the sky, so guests can enjoy all the luxury of the Stargazer whilst in view of the stars. *Any pictures of the Stargazing Tents are from Lotus Belle and are representative of the accommodation you will be booking.*

20. Gwerniago Camping Site

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113km from Nicholaston · 5 units · Tents, Motorhomes · Machynlleth, Powys, Mid Wales

Leave it to your kids’ imagination when it comes to this site. Rocky outcrops and magical valleys. It’s a proper fairytale of a site.

Camper favorites near Nicholaston

Top-rated campgrounds reviewed by the Hipcamp community.

Pwllyn Farm Camping

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58km from Nicholaston · 19 units · Tents, Motorhomes · Brecon, Powys, Mid Wales

A wild-feeling, adult-only campsite in the Brecon Beacons National Park, with impressive views of Pen y Fan

Cuddfan - The Hiding Place

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78km from Nicholaston · 2 units · Glamping · Crickhowell, Wales

A secluded, riverside bell tent in the heart of The Black Mountains

Big Barn Camping

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35km from Nicholaston · 17 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping · Laugharne, Carmarthenshire, South Wales

Care-free camping and glamping in the heart of Carmarthen Bay's Dylan Thomas country.

Llandyfan Camping

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31km from Nicholaston · 29 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping · England

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

Belan Bluebell Woods

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103km from Nicholaston · 4 units · Motorhomes, Glamping · Llanidloes, Wales

We are a small family farm site hidden in the Cambrian Mountains of Mid Wales, near the lovely town of Llanidloes. Our easy to find, just off A470 location makes a stay with us convenient yet once you wind up to our drive you are on top of the world with spectacular views both day and night - we are a recognised Dark Skies Wales area for outstanding stargazing due to our lofty 1300ft height and un-light polluted sky. With over 60 acres to explore space and quite is guaranteed. Choose from secluded Idris the Shepherds hut with repurposed horsebox shower and woodfired outdoor bath, family glamping geo-domes Willow & Oak and Daisy bell tent each with covered camp kitchens or wild meadow camping plus a campervan spot. Our mission is to rewild the farm, manage the ancient woodland, support the abundant wildlife & finally protect its 5 acre peat-bog (peat bogs are as environmentally important as rain forests – peat holds more carbon than the combined forests of Britain, France and Germany!)

Cwmffrwd Farm Campsite

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78km from Nicholaston · 30 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping · Crickhowell, Wales

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

Dan Y Ser Glamping Under The Stars

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109km from Nicholaston · 5 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping · Wales

Dan Y Ser Glamping Under The Stars. Luxury Stargazing Glamping in the heart of mid-Wales, find your peace beneath the starlit sky. Set in a peaceful wildflower meadow with trees surrounding the pitches are our self-catering echo Glamping Stargazers. Our dark skies offer incredible stargazing opportunities for guests. If you love to explore nature, but also enjoy the comforts of home when on holiday, our luxury Stargazing tent combines the best of both worlds. The Stargazer is nestled into the corner of the meadow with wildflowers and landscaping ensuring your privacy. With close proximity to nature, we offer everything guests desire, from a fully equipped kitchen, luxurious private bathrooms, even the beds and lounges are a step up from basic camping, comfort is key. Our Stargazers have 360 degrees of transparent roof panels giving the best view of the sky, so guests can enjoy all the luxury of the Stargazer whilst in view of the stars. *Any pictures of the Stargazing Tents are from Lotus Belle and are representative of the accommodation you will be booking.*

Gwerniago Camping Site

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113km from Nicholaston · 5 units · Tents, Motorhomes · Machynlleth, Powys, Mid Wales

Leave it to your kids’ imagination when it comes to this site. Rocky outcrops and magical valleys. It’s a proper fairytale of a site.

Stories from the community

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Paul

1 week ago

4 m Class B

Weekend Trip to Pytingwyn Woods

I only stayed two night on my own but will definitely come back.

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Chris

3 weeks ago

Tent

Weekend Trip to Campsite 360°

A fabulous remote and quiet location with fabulous views. It’s quite high up and exposed so pack some layers!

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Chris

3 weeks ago

Tent

Weekend Trip to Pytingwyn Woods

Lovely little basic campsite, nice and close to Brecon town. Will definitely be staying here again in the near future

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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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Callum

November 2025

Weekend Trip to Celtic Woodland Holidays

Ty Coden was beautiful. It was a sweet get away and cosey for a weekend. I would recomend a stay here.

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Richard

October 2025

Tent

With pets

1 night at Eden's Nook

Second visit. It will not be my last visit. Great welcome

Jasmine

October 2025

Weekend Trip to Llandyfan Camping

A lovely stay on a nice quiet campsite. Would visit again :)

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Alex

October 2025

5 m Class B

Weekend Trip to Graig Wen - Wild Snowdonia Escapes

Fantastic site with great host. The video red are incredible!

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James

October 2025

5 m Class B

Weekend Trip to Pytingwyn Woods

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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Cleibiomar

October 2025

Tent

With pets

5 nights at Gwerniago Camping Site

Lovely place, definitely I recommend do you have everything you need on the site! I will come back on next season

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Cassie

October 2025

6 m Class B

With pets

4 nights at Campsite 360°

Absolutely gorgeous spot !! Amazing Mountain View. Very basic but perfect for wanting to just chill in peace. The owner is so helpful and friendly. Would highly recommend for anyone wanting a quiet spot 😊

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Chloe

October 2025

6 m Class B

Weekend Trip to Campsite 360°

Amazing campsite, stunning views in every direction. We stayed here after our foraging course in Hay on Wye and we were greeted by Ross, super friendly and welcoming host. We thoroughly enjoyed walking in the local area. We can't wait to go back next year.

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ginger

October 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Cwmffrwd Farm Campsite

Lovely and welcoming people and great camping pitches along with stunning views and perfect walks

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Paul

October 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Pytingwyn Woods

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

Weekend Trip to Pytingwyn Woods

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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Elliot

September 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Torrent Walk Campsite and Bunkhouse

Had a great stay at this campsite, clean facilities, well located, nice surroundings

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Niome

September 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Celtic Woodland Holidays

we went camping in nic and leighs site and it was beautiful, we was the only ones on the camping site but either way it was peiceful and amazing facilites including the comunal fiepit. my kids and my dog loved the area and rubnibg through the trees. the toilets,showers ,game room, the park and the kitchen, was amazing. will 100% be comming again and recommending to others. amazing place to be

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Aron

September 2025

Tent

3 nights at Digeddi Wildlife Camping

Loved my stay! The pitches were well kept, the river was such a beautiful view to wake up too and not too far a drive to the places I wanted to visit! Highly reccomend this site.

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Yasmin

September 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Hillfort Camping

We had a fantastic stay. John the campsite owner was incredibly helpful, recommending local highlights and even put us up in one of the yurts when the weather turned. A real highlight is the viewpoint from the rock across the lighthouse and ocean. Highly recommend this site.

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James

September 2025

Tent

3 nights at Pwllyn Farm Camping

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.