Upper Bwlch Farm
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- Wild pitches on a 150-acre working family farm in rural Mid Wales
- A five-minute drive from Rhayader and 15 minutes from Elan Valley
- Footpath through the farm; grocery shops five minutes' drive
Heading to the countryside but not quite sure exactly how to spend your break? At Upper Bwlch Farm, a sheep farm set in 150 acres of rural Mid Wales, the set-up is spot on for a peaceful wild camping trip.
As well as having meadows with stunning wildflowers, Upper Bwlch Farm has a native oak woodland full of wildlife. At the top parts of the family-run farm, feast your eyes on miles of countryside. All of these areas are up for grabs when you’re pitching up, although to access the top parts of the farm, you’ll need a four-wheel drive or the will to hike.
The Elan Valley is just a short drive away for longer hikes, biking trails and other leisurely pursuits. The highest reservoir, Craig Goch Dam, is a 25-minute drive away. Closer by is Caban-coch Reservoir (15 minutes’ drive), where there is a three-hour hike to Craig Goch along an old railway. For the Garreg Ddu loop, a three-hour circular hike, head to Garreg-ddu Reservoir. Pen y Garreg Dam, the final of the four reservoirs, is 25 minutes’ drive away from the farm.
If you’re looking for a ramble that requires no car journey to begin, stroll onto the footpath running through the farm. It heads into the stunning local countryside. A stream also runs through the lower part of the farm, adding to the pretty things you can see on site.
Remember, this is a wild site, so there are no facilities on the farm. For any missing bits on your grocery list (or to attend the carnival week events in July), Rhayader is five minutes’ drive away. The farm homestead is based down a private lane half a mile from the main road between Rhayader and Abbeycwmhir.
Site type
3
20
3 Open now
This site has no on-site toilet and shower facilities.
Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.- At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.
- Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the site are unlit.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Tue, 1 Apr to
Pitch types & availability
Non-electric grass motorhome pitch
6 people maximum Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: unlimited
Arrival daysFrom £20 1 night, 2 adults
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Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch
6 people maximum Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: unlimited
Arrival daysFrom £20 1 night, 2 adults
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Features
Pop-up campsite
Dogs 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/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area TV room Take away Tennis WatersportsAmenities 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 Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
D. of E. welcome Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Budget/backpacker Forest Lake and/or mountain Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wild camping Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available No hot water Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearby Shop nearbyType
Farm Pop-up campsite Small (11-25 pitches)Nearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Tennis nearbyLocation
Upper Bwlch Farm
Rhayader
Powys
Wales
LD6 5NT
Directions Timezone
Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)
GPS
52.30734°N
-3.46385°W
Nearest transport
Coach9.1 mi Black Lion Hotel
9.1 mi Post Office
10.3 mi The Groe
Rail5.8 mi Llandrindod Rail Station
6.4 mi Pen-y-Bont Rail Station
8.5 mi Dolau Rail Station
Ferry
AirportPlease 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
Every year in Builth Wells (25 minutes’ drive), the Royal Welsh Agricultural Show at The Royal Welsh kicks off with its daily agricultural shows. You won’t be twiddling your thumbs outside of the yearly event dates either, as there are historical spots scattered all around the town, from the grassy motte left behind by the old castle to a stone circle and Wye Bridge (built in 1779).
Another place to take note of is Llandrindod Wells (15 minutes), which has a market every Friday. It has plenty of pretty spots for a break such as the Temple Gardens bandstand. For golfers, there’s an 18-hole golf course, and for budding historians, it has a couple of museums (including one all about cycling).
A day trip to the coast is very much doable here too. Aberystwyth (an hour) has a splendid promenade lined with houses of many different shades, as well as a 13th-century castle and a cliff railway.
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
| Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aberystwyth North | 27.3 mi | Sea | Excellent | Good | Excellent | Excellent |
| Aberystwyth South | 27.4 mi | Sea | Good | Good | Good | Good |
| Clarach South | 27.4 mi | Sea | Good | Good | Good | Good |
| Borth | 27.9 mi | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Llanrhystud | 29.7 mi | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
MOMA Wales - Y Tabernacl 25.6 mi
Powis Castle & Garden 27 mi
Vale of Rheidol Railway (Aberystwyth) 27 mi
Dolaucothi Gold Mines - National Trust 27.5 mi
Stokesay Castle 28 mi
National Trust
Cwmmau Farmhouse 19.9 mi
Dolaucothi Gold Mines 27.5 mi
Croft Castle and Parkland 27.7 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Rhayader - River Wye - RSPB Reserve - Gigrin Quarry 2 mi
Rhayader - Glanllyn - Treheslog Farm - Rhayader 2.3 mi
Nantmel - Bwlch Mawr - Nantmel 2.6 mi
Lower Cwmhir - Camlo Hill - Rhiw Garn - Lower Cwmhir 2.6 mi
Abbeycwmhir - Great Bank - Glyndwr Way - Abbeycwmhir 3.5 mi
Local events
- The Hay Festival (Thursday 22 May 2025 – Thursday 22 May 2025)
Hay-on-Wye, Herefordshire 21.6 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.
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- Does Upper Bwlch Farm have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Upper Bwlch Farm dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Upper Bwlch Farm? Every year in Builth Wells (25 minutes’ drive), the Royal Welsh Agricultural Show at The Royal Welsh kicks off with its daily agricultural shows. You won’t be twiddling your thumbs outside of … Read more
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Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: Anytime – Anytime Depart by: Anytime - How much does it cost to stay at Upper Bwlch Farm? From £20 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.