Garth Glamping
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- Peaceful and family-friendly Glamorgan site bordering the River Taff
- Castell Coch 10 minutes’ drive; Cardiff city centre 20 minutes
- Communal kitchen and modern facilities; pub 20 minutes’ walk
Site type
- Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
- The campground/park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dog Act (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
- No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- If making a fire, the fuel, logs and coal have to be purchased on site.
- Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
- There is no reception building on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.
Languages spoken
English
Welsh
Open from Fri, 3 Apr to
Pitch types & availability
Reviews
95% would recommend this site to a friend
92% would stay here again
What customers say
Beautiful site, generous spots, spotless modern facilities (incl. kitchen), riverside. Hosts are lovely, eco-friendly, great local spots. A bit of train/road noise & minor facility queues, but upgrades are happening.
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Nice site, family friendly but over priced.
Unpowered grass campervan, tent or trailer tent site
Liked Spacious pitches, lots of room to play but when we went it was very quiet so can imagine it would get busy during the height of summer. Facilities were modern and clean. Garden games were a nice touch. Proximity to both country and city was ideal.
Disliked Thought it was pricey for what was offered. Facilities might have long queues during busy periods as there was only three toilets and one small sink. Very close to railway tracks so there was the sound of trains until very late at night (but this can’t be helped).
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From the manager: Thank you for your review, we’re so glad you enjoyed the spacious pitches, clean facilities and family-friendly feel of the site.
We appreciate your feedback on pricing and always aim to keep our rates fair and transparent. While some sites may seem cheaper initially, many charge extra per person, whereas we offer a simple set rate. We also keep only 10 pitches available at any one time, specifically to preserve the quiet, spacious atmosphere of the site and to ensure the facilities do not become overcrowded, even in summer.
As for the trains, they are part of the local setting. Many guests enjoy the convenience of being so close to both the countryside and the city, though we understand the sound may stand out more to some visitors than others. Thanks again for your visit!
Really nice people on the site…
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Liked Really nice people on the site no matter were you stay toilets are closed and always clean
Disliked I wasn’t a fan of the train that passes right next to the site
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From the manager: Hey Alex!
Thanks so much for your lovely review, love the pictures! 😀
Lovely spacious campsite with a warm family vibe and a lovely welcome.
Unpowered grass campervan, tent or trailer tent site
Liked This was our second visit to Garth
Glamping. There was a part of us that thought, will it live up to memories of last year as we really enjoyed our last stay. Nothing to worry about, in fact the facilities had got better there’s now an extra toilet block with another 2 toilets and 2 showers, they now sell bags of wood for your camp fire. The bottled water supply for drinking has been replaced with a spring water dispenser like you would find in an office. The kitchen is still as well stocked as last year with all the utensils you would need. There is now apparently a generator which backs up the solar and battery system but can’t say we ever heard this kick in. Being from the midlands we don’t usually hear the word “lush” a lot, but it became the word of our weekend as that’s what other campers were using to describe the site 🤣. Being an off grid site you are going to get the odd hiccup, I think the water pump tripped or something one evening but the owners were straight on it and got it back up and going. The campsite has a lovely family vibe to it and both times we have had such a warm welcome.
Disliked Nothing it’s exactly as the pictures
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From the manager: Hey Adrian, what a LUSH surprise it was to see familiar faces as our first guests of the season for our second year running! (I have high expectation now for next year). Thanks so much for your beautiful comments and for your ongoing support, we absolutely love hosting you both and your furry friends and hope to see you again in the future.
Great place to stay, will be returning!
Bell tent
Liked Brilliant set up, great hosts, no complaints, kids loved it and can’t wait to go again!
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From the manager: Hey Rob, thanks so much for your lovely review! We loved having you and the boys stay with us, hope to see you again!
Very nice site, love to visit again nearest pub did amazing food
Unpowered grass campervan, tent or trailer tent site
Liked Loved the environment and set up, clean, neat, easy surrounded by nature
Disliked Personally did not mind but some people may not like train track running along the site and you can hear traffic
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Had a wet weekend but still loved it ! Friendly family feel.
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Liked The size of the field and size of the pitch. Lovely setting. Great for taking dogs for a walk. Owners lovely, friendly and amenable. Access to little kitchen and fridge etc great
Toilets and showers new, clean and modern.
Disliked Having to use bottled water as couldn't drink well water. Didn't like using so many plastic bottles as harmful to environment
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Excellent site, super friendly owner, tidy pitches, beautiful views.
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Liked Very welcoming and beautiful location, very picturesque. Good signage! We loved the farm animals close by.
Short walk to the beach which was perfect for the kids. We wish we could have stayed for longer.
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I would recommend this site.
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Liked Lovely campsite with plenty of space and level ground. The toilets and showers were lovely and warm. Great kitchen area.
Disliked The road in is a little tight but not really an issue
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Clean facilities…
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Liked Clean facilities
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Great little site for a short stay
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Liked Great price, we used the site as a base while visiting friends that live in Cardiff. The kitchen was fab, could have saved a little space in the car if we realised what was available to use. Toilets were clean and well stocked. Amazing little canopy shelter for communal gatherings if wanted. The supply of fire pit wood was handy too
Disliked Nothing really, I can imagine the access road to the site can get busy at high season but that’s about the only negative I can think of
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Features
Campfires allowed
Leisure on site
Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club Massages On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area Sauna TV room Take away Tennis Watersports Wild swimmingAmenities on site
Bath available Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundry Local produce Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Picnic table Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Tents for hire 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 yearCamping 2.0
Jumbo tent sitesThemes
Budget/backpacker Bush Lake and/or mountain Leave the car at home Luxury Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wild camping Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Communal freezer Communal fridge Dump point Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Public transport nearbyType
Farm Small (11-25 sites)Accessibility
Accessible parking at site Bathrooms: Large spacious shower Bathrooms: Large spacious toilet Dedicated quiet space Site close to accessible bathrooms Uneven terrain; gravel or loose mudNearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Watersports nearbyLocation
Garth Glamping
Ynysgau Farm
Main Road
Gwaelod Y Garth
Cardiff
Glamorgan
Wales
CF15 9HJ
Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
51.55507°N
3.27496°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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jackson'S Bay Barry Island | 18.2 km | Sea | N/A | Good | N/A | Good |
| Cold Knap Barry | 18.4 km | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Whitmore Bay Barry Island | 18.5 km | Sea | Good | Excellent | Good | Excellent |
| Southerndown | 25.9 km | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Trecco Bay Porthcawl | 29.7 km | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Castell Coch 2.6 km
Caerphilly Castle 4.4 km
St Fagans: National History Museum 7.7 km
National Museum Cardiff 10.3 km
Cardiff Castle 10.5 km
National Trust
Clevedon Court 33.3 km
Aberdulais Falls 37.4 km
Tyntesfield 40.5 km
Dunster Castle 43.3 km
Dunster Working Watermill 43.3 km
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Forest Fawr - Taff's Well - Rhiwbina Hill 2.6 km
Cardiff Ridgeways 8.4 km
Rhyd-y-gwern Woods 9.1 km
Ystrad Mynach - Senghenydd Dyke - Llanbradach 9.8 km
Machen - Rhymney Valley Ridgeway Footpath - Machen 10.2 km
Local events
- Green Man Festival (Thursday, 20 August 2026 – Thursday, 20 August 2026)
Crickhowell, Wales 35.4 km
- Bristol International Balloon Fiesta (Friday, 7 August 2026 – Friday, 7 August 2026)
Bristol, England 43.7 km
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.
Want to know more about camping in Glamorgan?
Frequently asked questions
- Does Garth Glamping have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Garth Glamping dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Garth Glamping? From your pitch, follow waymarked trails up the Garth (20 minutes’ walk) for views over Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan. The 55-mile Taff Trail (for walkers and cyclists) passes close by … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Garth Glamping?
Read moreCamping and caravan Arrive: 2 p.m. – 7 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. On-site accommodation Arrive: 2 p.m. – 7 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Garth Glamping? From $68.98 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.

