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Pencelli Castle Caravan & Camping Park
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Brecon Beacons, Wales

Pencelli Castle Caravan & Camping Park

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51.904°N, 3.282°W
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The gentle slap of water against narrow boats drifts across from the Monmouthshire & Brecon Canal, while skylarks call above meadows that sweep toward the imposing silhouette of Pen y Fan. This multi-award-winning family site occupies a privileged position in the Brecon Beacons, where the rhythms of the waterway create a soothing backdrop to your stay.

Perfect for families, walkers and cycling enthusiasts, Pencelli Castle offers direct access to some of Wales' finest mountain terrain and the towpath trails that meander through this magnificent national park. The site welcomes tents, campervans and caravans year-round, making it an excellent base for exploring the Beacons in every season. Dogs are welcome for a small charge.

Well-maintained facilities include hot showers, clean toilets, electric hook-ups and laundry services, while the onsite shop stocks camping essentials. WiFi keeps you connected when needed, though many guests find themselves drawn to the hiking trails that begin virtually from their pitch. The atmosphere balances professionalism with warmth—a well-organized site where attention to detail shows in every corner, yet the welcome remains genuinely friendly. Check campfire policies on arrival.

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Weather Outlook
Current Conditions
14°C
Drizzle
6 mph
95%
7-Day Outlook
Today
17° / 12°
97%
Tue
19° / 9°
59%
Wed
20° / 14°
63%
Thu
20° / 16°
55%
Fri
19° / 14°
80%
Sat
19° / 13°
14%
Sun
23° / 18°
22%
Source: Open-Meteo · Updated hourly
Walks Nearby

Local walks within 10 km

7 routes found via OpenStreetMap

Vaughan Walk

Walking route
1.81 km from campsite

Beacons Way

Hiking routeRegional network
12.14 km from campsite
Route length: 152 km

South Wales Traverse

Hiking route
11.25 km from campsite

Black Mountains Fell Race

Hiking routeLocal network
12.27 km from campsite

Usk Valley Walk

Walking routeRegional network
19.57 km from campsite

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Facilities
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Toilets
Electric Hookup
Wi-Fi
Laundry
On-site Shop
Hiking Trails
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Data from OpenStreetMap · distances "as the crow flies" · walk times approximate

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