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.
Campground type
3
20
3 Open now
This park 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 flashlight with them as parts of the park are unlit.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Tue, Apr 1 to
Campsite types & availability
Primitive grass RV campsite
6 people maximum Ground type: Grass
Site size: unlimited
Arrival daysFrom £20 (£20) 1 night, 2 adults
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Primitive grass tent or trailer tent campsite
6 people maximum Ground type: Grass
Site size: unlimited
Arrival daysFrom £20 (£20) 1 night, 2 adults
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Features
Pop-up campground
Dogs allowed
Leisure on park
Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Playground Recreation room/arcade TV room Takeout Tennis WatersportsAmenities on park
Bath available Car parking by site/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Free wifi Grocery store Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundromat Parent & baby washroom Payphone Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Restrooms Shower available Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Scouts welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue grills allowed Barbecue provided Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Budget/backpacker Forest Hikers’ paradise Lake and/or mountain Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Wild camping Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Dump station Electric car charging point(s) No hot water Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Public transportation nearbyType
Farm Pop-up campground Small (11-25 sites)Nearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horseback 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 +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
52.30734°N
-3.46385°W
Nearest transport
Bus9.1 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, May 22, 2025 – Thursday, May 22, 2025)
Hay-on-Wye, England 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 moreRV, travel trailer and tent sites Arrive: Anytime – Anytime Depart by: Anytime - How much does it cost to stay at Upper Bwlch Farm? From $26.61 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.