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Powys, Mid Wales

Boatside

— (0)Price on Pitchup52.149°N, 3.406°W
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The slap of water against wooden hulls and the cry of moorhens drifting across the canal sets the scene at this unpretentious Mid Wales pitch. Tucked beside the waterway in Powys, where the landscape softens into green valleys and the pace of life follows the rhythm of canal boats rather than clocks, this is a site for those who find contentment in simplicity and the gentle hum of the waterside.

Perfect for touring caravanners, campervan adventurers and tenters who value location over luxury, Boatside offers a genuine slice of canal-side camping. The position in Mid Wales means you're within reach of market towns, hill walks and those winding country roads that make every journey feel like a discovery. It's the kind of spot where you might spend an afternoon watching narrowboats negotiate the locks or simply sitting with a flask, doing precisely nothing.

Facilities are straightforward—clean toilets and showers cover the basics—while the campfire policy requires a quick check on arrival. The overall feel is relaxed and unfussy, with the canal providing both your view and your evening entertainment as boats glide past and the light fades over the water.

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Weather Outlook
Current Conditions
12°C
Partly cloudy
3 mph
91%
7-Day Outlook
Today
20° / 11°
31%
Tue
19° / 13°
100%
Wed
18° / 13°
8%
Thu
20° / 12°
35%
Fri
22° / 7°
5%
Sat
20° / 13°
12%
Sun
25° / 15°
2%
Source: Open-Meteo · Updated hourly
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Heart of Wales Line Trail

Follows the historic Heart of Wales railway line through remote mid-Wales countryside, connecting former stations and rural communities. Expect varied terrain with moderate inclines through farmland, woodland and open moorland sections. Suitable for older children on individual stages, but full trail distance and uneven ground make it challenging for buggies. Dogs welcome on leads near livestock. Worth doing for the peaceful landscapes, railway heritage features, and sense of traversing one of B

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12.79 km from campsite

Wye Valley Walk

Follows the River Wye for 136 miles from Chepstow to Plynlimon, weaving through ancient woodlands, limestone gorges, and rolling farmland. Terrain varies considerably—flat riverside stretches alternate with steep wooded climbs, particularly around Symonds Yat and Tintern. Not suitable for buggies; challenging for young children on hillier sections, though flatter riverside portions work for families. Dogs welcome throughout. Offers spectacular viewpoints, ruined abbeys, and some of Britain's fin

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20.56 km from campsite
Route length: 218 km
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