The Chicken House
View prices & book- Peaceful off-grid camping 15 minutes’ drive from Caerphilly, Glamorgan
- National Museum Cardiff half an hour’s drive; Splott Beach 40 minutes
- Pitches on wildflower meadows; firepits on request; walks from site
Site type
- This site has no on-site toilet and shower facilities.
- The site does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
- Guests under the age of 18 are not allowed on site.
- Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.
- If making a fire, the fuel, logs and coal have to be purchased on site.
- Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the site are unlit.
- If reception is closed on arrival: please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.
- The maximum vehicle dimensions allowed are 5m length x 2.3m width x 2.4m height.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Thu, 27 Jun to
Pitch types & availability
Non-electric grass and earth tent or trailer tent pitch
6 people maximum Ground type: Grass and earth
Pitch size: Min 6.0m width x 6.0m depth (19.7ft width x 19.7ft depth) Calculated area: 36.0m² (387.5ft²)
Arrival daysFrom £25 1 night, 2 adults
View prices & bookNon-electric hardstanding and grass campervan pitch
6 people maximum Ground type: Hardstanding and grass
Pitch size: Min 6.0m width x 6.0m depth (19.7ft width x 19.7ft depth) Calculated area: 36.0m² (387.5ft²)
Arrival daysFrom £35 1 night, 2 adults
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Reviews
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Only showing reviews for the last 30 months.
Almost wild camping, a secluded, peaceful site but close to Cardiff
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Liked: Go for the upper pitches, fantastic view looking to the South. This is also the most flat area of the site. Very little rock or stone in the ground so easy to get a peg in. Matt, the owner, couldn't more helpful with directions to the site and suggestions for what to do in the area. Very friendly and welcoming. Nice small site, and well off the beaten track surrounded by a small wood. The loudest sounds will be the birds. Next to a stables that do start early, I've always been an early riser so just something else to watch while having my tea, but the usual "pack your campsite earplugs" if you're planning a lie in. There is an undercover electrical charging point for phones & laptops and wifi is also available. Very unobtrusive CCTV on the entrance for security but you are very much out of the way. It's almost wild camping so pay attention to the site description in terms of what you need to bring. Access is up a narrow track so again, pay attention to vehicle sizing. Probably not for everyone with so few facilities but perfect for me. Good luck with your plans for the site and battling the bureaucracy :-)
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From the manager: Hi Mr B, both, Thanks very much for staying. It was a pleasure to meet you and so glad you liked the place. I really appreciate you going to the time of writing all of the above. Really helpful for future guests and myself. Welcome to stay anytime and thanks for the good luck with my plans. Hopefully the next time you stay there will be a toilet, washroom and mini cafe. All the best! Matt
We stayed the one night, but would stay again if near the area.
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Liked: Really quiet, peaceful spot. Matt was really welcoming and friendly.
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From the manager: Thanks very much indeed Dan. Nice to meet you, glad you enjoyed your stay. Welcome anytime, best wishes, Matt
Very expensive for what is really just a carpark.
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Liked: Friendly owner
Disliked: Difficult access for large vehicle, hard standing very sloppy, no services at all
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From the manager: Hi both, Thank you for staying at the Chicken House and I do appreciate your comments. Vehicle size was reduced at the end of 2023 to a maximum of 5 metres. This is stated in the terms and conditions area of the listing. Free high-speed outdoor wifi is available. My apologies for forgetting to give you the password. No other services are listed. Sorry, you may have missed this and the maximum vehicle size. Best wishes, Matt Matt Rogers
Great location, host and was everything it said on the listing. 👍…
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Liked: Great location, host and was everything it said on the listing. 👍
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From the manager: Thanks very much for staying and really appreciate the comments. You're welcome anytime. I did forget though to give you the wifi password! All the besg, Matt
Lovely place to camp, very quiet with lots of places to explore.…
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Liked: Lovely place to camp, very quiet with lots of places to explore.
Disliked: Nothing
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From the manager: Hi Katie, both, Thanks very much for this. Really glad you enjoyed the place, welcome anytime, my best, Matt
Just perfect
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Liked: Simple safe and magical. I had the most amazing view and slept with the moon pouring into my tent. Thank you Matt. 😃
Disliked: Nothing
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From the manager: Hi Luisa, Thanks so much for your lovely review. You're very welcome here anytime. All the best, Matt - CH
Lovely place to stay stunning views and matt the owner couldn't do…
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Liked: Lovely place to stay stunning views and matt the owner couldn't do enough for you a lovely guy.
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From the manager: Hi Katrina, both, all! 😁 Very kind, thank you. It was a pleasure to have you here and you're all welcome back anytime. My best, Matt - CH
Everything was perfect... a unique special place with an incredible host. …
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Liked: Everything was perfect... a unique special place with an incredible host. So lucky to find it... cycle trail very close by... it was my perfect campsite and the highlight of my few days away... Will definitely return when I go to Bike Park Wales next time... Can't say enough how special it was. Small, quiet and simple..
Disliked: None.
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From the manager: Ahh, much appreciated sir! It was great to have you here and welcome back anytime. Thanks again, Matt - CH
Features
Pop-up campsite
Dogs allowed
Adults only
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
Watersports
Amenities on site
Bath available
Car parking by pitch/unit
Composting toilet
Disabled facilities
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
Wifi
Groups welcome
D. of E. welcome
Family friendly
Motorcycle friendly
Single-sex groups welcome
Student groups welcome
Rules
Adults only
Barbecue provided
Barbecues allowed
Campfires allowed
Commercial vehicles allowed
Dogs allowed
Dogs allowed all year
Camping 2.0
Jumbo tent pitches
Themes
Forest
Lake and/or mountain
Peaceful
Remote location
Spectacular scenery
Walkers' paradise
Wild camping
Wildlife haven
Utilities
Charging facilities
Chemical disposal
Electric car charging point(s)
Gas cylinders available
No drinkable water point
No hot water
No running water
Recycling available
Renewable energy
Nearby amenities
Bar nearby
Dog walk nearby
Nearby farmers' market
Public transport nearby
Shop nearby
Type
Pop-up campsite
Small (11-25 pitches)
Nearby leisure
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Golf nearby
Horse riding nearby
Indoor pool nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Restaurant nearby
Touring and motorhomes
Seasonal pitches
Location
The Chicken House
Ysgubor Fach Stables
Ysgubor Fach Lane
Machen
Caerphilly
Glamorgan
Wales
CF83 8QE
Timezone
Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)
GPS
51.59841°N
-3.14519°W
Route directions
Nearest transport
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
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
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Jackson'S Bay Barry Island | 15.2 mi | Sea | N/A | Good | N/A | Good |
Whitmore Bay Barry Island | 15.5 mi | Sea | Good | Excellent | Good | Excellent |
Cold Knap Barry | 15.8 mi | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Clevedon Beach | 16.4 mi | Estuary | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
Weston-Super-Mare Sand Bay | 17.9 mi | Estuary | N/A | N/A | Good | Good |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Caerphilly Castle 3.6 mi
Castell Coch 6.2 mi
National Museum Cardiff 7.9 mi
Cardiff Castle 8.2 mi
Caerleon Roman Fortress & Baths 8.2 mi
National Trust
Clevedon Court 17.4 mi
Tyntesfield 21.3 mi
Blaise Hamlet 22.7 mi
Westbury College Gatehouse 23.8 mi
The Kymin 24.4 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Machen - Rhymney Valley Ridgeway Footpath - Machen 0.3 mi
Draethen - Ruperra Castle 1.5 mi
Rhyd-y-gwern Woods 1.8 mi
Cardiff Ridgeways 2.4 mi
Cwmcarn Visitor Centre - Mynydd Maen - Nant Gwyddon - Cwmcarn 2.9 mi
Local events
- Green Man Festival (Thursday 15 August 2024 – Thursday 15 August 2024)
Crickhowell, Powys 18.6 mi
- Bristol International Balloon Fiesta (Thursday 8 August 2024 – Thursday 8 August 2024)
Bristol, Greater Bristol 23.1 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.
Nearest sites
Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable sites.
Want to know more about camping in Glamorgan?
- Does The Chicken House have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is The Chicken House dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near The Chicken House? Local attractions and activities include: - Fourteen Locks Canal Centre: 15 minutes’ drive - Caerphilly shops: 15 minutes - Walnut Tree Farm Park: 20 minutes - National Museum Cardiff: half an hour … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of The Chicken House?
Camping and touring Arrive: Anytime – 8 p.m. Depart by: 12 p.m. On-site accommodation Arrive: Anytime – 8 p.m. Depart by: Anytime - How much does it cost to stay at The Chicken House? From £25 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.