Heart of the Wye

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Meadow yurt from outside
Meadow yurt from outside
Space to relax by the firepit
View from river yurt
View from the decking
Sun setting on the river yurt
Front of unit
Path down to oak yurt
Large communal firepit
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Space to relax by the firepit
View from river yurt
View from the decking

  • Peaceful modern yurts in a scenic Herefordshire two-acre meadow
  • Hay-on-Wye 10 minutes' drive away; half an hour to Hereford
  • Private deck area, firepit and barbecue for each yurt; dogs welcome
Hankering after a Hay-on-Wye break? Head a little way across the English border into Herefordshire to Heart of the Wye for a glamping stay surrounded by gorgeous countryside, but still with easy access to the town when you want it. This peaceful location is just under 10 minutes’ drive from Hay-on-Wye in an elevated position that rewards guests with fabulous views over the green fields all around (lovely at any time but particularly excellent at sunset). Families, small groups of friends, couples and solo travellers are all equally welcome here – and as four-legged companions are likely to appreciate this setting too, you can bring dogs as well. Accommodation here is in modern yurts carefully located around a sloping two-acre meadow to give each one its own private space – each one has its own deck, firepit, barbecue and canvas-covered picnic bench. Inside they’re individually styled to reflect the natural surroundings and have been provided with a comfy double bed (made up ready for your arrival); two additional single beds can be added if needed. The shared facilities have been nicely thought out too, including eco-friendly waterless toilets, hot showers and a well-equipped kitchen shed that’s also got space for relaxed dining. The smallholding also hosts ‘Off Grid Gourmet’ supper clubs at the weekend, so you might like to sign up for one of their feasts before you arrive. For other meals, there are plenty of cafés, pubs and places to eat in Hay-on-Wye (as well as all the famed bookshops of course).

Site type

Rent a tent 5
Opens 2 June
Please note
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • Group bookings of 2 or more units (e.g. tent, touring caravan, motorhome or accommodation hire) travelling together are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • Bookings must not be for more than 28 consecutive nights.
  • No cars/motorbikes by the pitch/unit. All cars must be parked in the designated area.
  • At least one of the party members must be aged 21 or over.
  • Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the site are unlit.
  • No naked flames are allowed inside the hired accommodation units.
  • Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
  • There is no reception on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Mon, 2 Jun to

Pitch types & availability

Accommodation

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Features

Dogs allowed

Campfires allowed

Leisure on site

Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area TV room Take away Tennis Watersports

Amenities on site

Bath available Car parking by pitch/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Picnic table Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise

Utilities

Charging facilities Chemical disposal Communal freezer Communal fridge Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby

Type

Tiny (1-10 pitches)

Accessibility

Uneven terrain; gravel or loose mud

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycle hire nearby Fishing nearby Restaurant nearby Watersports nearby

Location

Heart of the Wye

Walkers Cottage

Clifford

Herefordshire

England

HR3 5HQ

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)

GPS

52.10521°N
-3.08352°W

Nearest transport

Coach
14.2 mi Telephone Exchange
16.3 mi Country Bus Station
16.9 mi Interchange
Rail
15.2 mi Dolau Rail Station
15.3 mi Builth Road Rail Station
15.4 mi Pen-y-Bont Rail Station

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

Local attractions

Hay-on-Wye (10 minutes’ drive) really bursts into life during the world-famous literary festival in early summer, but it’s a wonderful place to visit at any time of year, with lots of indie bookshops and galleries, a castle and a gin distillery. The area around Hay is also popular with walkers, who come here to walk the nearby Wye Valley Walk, climb Hay Bluff (20 minutes) or wander further into the northern parts of the Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons) National Park. From the glampsite you can also head to the Wye for wild swimming, paddleboarding and canoeing, or take a half-hour walk to Artistraw Cider for a tour and tasting. For a change of scenery, head to Hereford (half an hour) for a dip into urban life – the city’s cathedral, Black and White House Museum and Museum of Cider are favourite things to visit. En route to Hereford, the National Trust’s Weir Garden (25 minutes) is also a great place to visit.

Must see

Blaenavon Ironworks 22.7 mi

Blaenavon World Heritage Centre & Tourist Information Centre 23 mi

Big Pit: National Coal Museum 23.1 mi

Ludlow Castle 23.7 mi

Brecon Mountain Railway 24.4 mi

National Trust

Cwmmau Farmhouse 3.4 mi

The Weir 11.4 mi

Croft Castle and Parkland 17 mi

Skenfrith Castle 19.9 mi

The Kymin 26.4 mi

Cycle routes

Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.

Other

Hay on Wye - Offa's Dyke Path - Penhenallt - Hay Common - Hay 0n Wye 2.9 mi

Cusop - New House Wood - Cusop Dingle - Cusop 2.9 mi

St Mary's Church - Cusop Dingle - New Forest Farm 2.9 mi

Dorstone - Merbach Hill - Bredwardine - Dorstone 4.3 mi

Stone Circle - Hay Bluff - Black Hill - Monnow Valley Walk - Stone Circle 5.4 mi

Local events

  • The Hay Festival (Thursday 22 May 2025 – Thursday 22 May 2025)

    Hay-on-Wye, Herefordshire 2.8 mi

  • Green Man Festival (Thursday 14 August 2025 – Thursday 14 August 2025)

    Crickhowell, Powys 16.9 mi

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

Offers

Conditions apply - see pitch type section for details

Nearest sites

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Heart of the Wye have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Heart of the Wye dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Heart of the Wye? Hay-on-Wye (10 minutes’ drive) really bursts into life during the world-famous literary festival in early summer, but it’s a wonderful place to visit at any time of year, with lots of indie … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Heart of the Wye?
    On-site accommodation
    Arrive:  4 p.m. –  8 p.m.
    Depart by:  10:30 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Heart of the Wye? From £190 (for 2 nights, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.