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Glamorgan, South Wales

Cwm Y Garn

— (0)Price on Pitchup51.595°N, 3.782°W
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The call of sheep echoes across green hillsides as morning mist lifts from this traditional South Wales valley site, revealing sweeping views over the Glamorgan countryside. Cwm Y Garn sits in quintessential Welsh farming country, where the landscape rolls gently between old mining villages and the edge of the Brecon Beacons, offering a genuine taste of rural Wales beyond the coastal resorts.

This straightforward campsite welcomes tents, campervans and caravans, with toilets and showers provided for campers seeking a no-frills base in the valleys. It's ideal for those who value landscape and tranquility over extensive amenities, with the surrounding area offering walking opportunities and authentic Welsh culture.

The atmosphere is peacefully rural and unpretentious. Check regarding campfire policies on arrival if you're hoping for evening flames under the stars. Cwm Y Garn delivers what many seek from camping in Wales: fresh air, genuine countryside, and space to breathe away from the busier tourist trails.

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Weather Outlook
Current Conditions
16°C
Drizzle
7 mph
96%
7-Day Outlook
Today
18° / 15°
96%
Fri
20° / 16°
91%
Sat
21° / 15°
79%
Sun
28° / 11°
7%
Mon
30° / 21°
24%
Tue
25° / 17°
19%
Wed
21° / 15°
18%
Source: Open-Meteo · Updated hourly
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Local walks within 10 km

1 route found via OpenStreetMap

Wales Coast Path (South Wales)

Hiking routeNational trail
34.76 km from campsite

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