Bryn Bettws Lodge
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- Relaxed campsite opposite mountain bike trails in Afan Forest Park
- Beach 25 minutes' drive away; 45 minutes to Gower Peninsula
- Café/bar and food vans often open on weekends; barbecues permitted
Site type
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Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.- The site does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. XL Bully, Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro) and/or any of the following: Staffordshire bull terrier, American Staffordshire terrier, Rottweiler, any Mastiff or Tosa.
- Group bookings of 2 or more units (e.g. tent, touring caravan, motorhome or accommodation hire) travelling together are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
- Group bookings of 4 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
- No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- A charge of £2.00 applies for the use of the shower.
- Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the site are unlit.
- There are no bins onsite: all rubbish will need to be taken home with you.
- There is no reception on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.
- Fires, barbecues and/or firepits will not be permitted in dry, windy and/or hot weather conditions.
Languages spoken
English
Reviews
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Everything, we love it every time we come…
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Liked: Everything, we love it every time we come
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Friendly staff, clean and well equipped.
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Liked: Loved this campsite. The owners and staff are friendly and helpful. The views are amazing and site is well situated for various different outdoor pursuits, we will be back.
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Not ideal for off season, would be great for summer!
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Liked: The owners were very friendly and easy going.
There was lots of space to choose from.
There were toilets, and a black water waste point.
There was a great looking park next door, which would be great in summer!
The perfect spot for mountain biking as opposite the entrance to the bike trails!
Huge open space, would be great for playing, bbqs and campfires in the warmer months.
Options for both electric and non electric pitches.
Beautiful views, in the heart of nature.
Disliked: No flat points for grass pitches.
Showers were token operated, but late arrivals couldn’t buy tokens until owners arrived, which wasn’t until around 1130am.
No electric pitches available to book although no one was there overnight (these were flat too).
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From the manager: In response to this.
If you read our description. It clearly states there are few completely flat pitches. If you had arrived in the light you would have found plenty of nearly flat pitches.
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For the hook up. We do not advertise we have any because this area is under construction and is a new feature. Again if you read our description it does not mention we have any electric pitches.
As for the showers. They close at 9pm so you would not have been able to use them after that and the staff are always in the main lodge before 10am so not sure where the 11:30 comes from.
Everything needed for camping was there. Literally 10 mins from where I…
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Liked: Everything needed for camping was there. Literally 10 mins from where I live 😊 definitely be revisiting 👍👍
Disliked: Nothing disliked it’s what I’ve been looking for very happy 😊
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Excellent, cheap, friendly & quiet
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Liked: Everything, great location for mountain biking. Toilets and washing up facilities were spotless. Motorhome pitch was flat, hardstanding. No hassle, just turned up and set camp. Even have a jet wash to wash the bikes down before leaving. Will certainly return!
Disliked: Nothing
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This Campsite is in a fabulous location with stunning views and an…
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Liked: This Campsite is in a fabulous location with stunning views and an exciting fun long a walk away 4 stunning waterfalls and a drive away from the breath taking Brecon Beacons. Bryn Bettws Lodge is welcoming and accommodating, shout out to Ellie whom's warmth, kindness and willingness to show generosity in any area we needed help to make our trip as enjoyable as it was. It has all the facilities a campsite needs, the washing up/information hut has all the info you need about any activity or adventure you want to embark upon. Had such a god time here, can't recommend the campsite and area enough xx
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Lovely stay
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Liked: Good facilities, toilets with toilet paper, wash room with washing up liquid. Bar/burger van, bbq area etc. Easy booking and check in. Able to park car at pitch. Beautiful location and views. Really nice set up. Good value for money
Disliked: Nothing
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Fantastic site. Glorious views and an amazing sunset. Perfect. Service in the bar…
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Liked: Fantastic site.
Glorious views and an amazing sunset. Perfect.
Service in the bar and restaurant was great. Food was amazing.
The consciousness to the environment and water use.
Disliked: Nothing.
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Beautiful location, simple facilities but everything we needed
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Liked: This was a lovely simple site with stunning views.
The facilities are quite simple, but everything we needed. The bar was well stocked and though we didn't have pizza, someone walked past with a stack and they smelled amazing!
We will definitely be back, there's loads of space to pitch and a lovely location
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Great campsite, staff were very welcoming and literally went above and beyond…
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Liked: Great campsite, staff were very welcoming and literally went above and beyond for my young children. We went for lunch in the lodge, my daughter has ASD and I explained that she is fussy and they were really helpful in accommodating for her. My daughter even left saying 'i like that lady!' Campsite had beautiful views, toilets and washing area, including a freezer which was great for us. Also a phone charging port. My kids loved the playground and were there every day. Also very dog friendly, dogs are allowed in the cafe too which was lovely. We will love to come back next summer!
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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/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 Picnic table Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
D. of E. welcome Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Rallies welcome 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' paradiseUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Communal freezer Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearbyType
Medium (26-50 pitches)Nearby leisure
Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Horse riding nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearbyLocation
Bryn Bettws Lodge
Gyfylchi Farm
Pontrhydyfen
Port Talbot
Glamorgan
Wales
SA12 9SP
Directions Timezone
Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)
GPS
51.64598°N
-3.72444°W
Route directions
Nearest transport
Coach
Rail
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
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
| Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
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| Aberafan | 5.4 mi | Estuary | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
| Swansea Bay | 10.4 mi | Estuary | Good | Good | N/A | Good |
| Rest Bay Porthcawl | 10.9 mi | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Sandy Bay Porthcawl | 11.7 mi | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Trecco Bay Porthcawl | 11.8 mi | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Aberdulais Falls 3.3 mi
National Waterfront Museum 9.5 mi
Penderyn Distillery Visitor Centre 11.9 mi
National Showcaves of Wales 12.8 mi
Carreg Cennen Castle 17.1 mi
National Trust
Aberdulais Falls 3.3 mi
Aberdeunant 20.1 mi
Rhossili Visitor Centre and Shop 24.9 mi
Dolaucothi Gold Mines 29.2 mi
Watersmeet 29.4 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Abercregan - Glyncorrwg - Abercregan 2.6 mi
Abercregan - Coed Morgannwg Way - Pontrhydyfen 2.7 mi
Treherbert to Aberdare 8.3 mi
Kenfig Pool - Kenfig Burrows - Sker Beach 9 mi
Pontneddfechan - Scwd Einion Gam Waterfall 9.5 mi
Local events
- Green Man Festival (Thursday 14 August 2025 – Thursday 14 August 2025)
Crickhowell, Powys 28 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
Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable sites.
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Bryn Bettws Lodge have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Bryn Bettws Lodge dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Bryn Bettws Lodge? If you need a little bit of relaxing time to recover from all the activities at the forest park, how about a trip to the beach? It’ll take you about 25 minutes … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Bryn Bettws Lodge?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: 1 p.m. – 9 p.m. Depart by: 12 p.m. On-site accommodation Arrive: 1 p.m. – 9 p.m. Depart by: 12 p.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Bryn Bettws Lodge? From £22 (for 1 night, 5 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.