Gelli Fechan Camping and Caravan Site
No availability at present on Pitchup.com- Dog-friendly site 10 miles from the Brecon Beacons National Park
- Walking distance from a cave and the Llyn Brianne Dam & Reservoir
- Free space for ball games and fishing available on the river Towy
Campground type
- This park has no on-site shower facilities.
- Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
- The park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Breed-specific legislation (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
- Twin axle vehicles are not permitted on site.
- Bookings must not be for more than 28 consecutive nights.
- 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 21 or over.
- Guests are advised to bring a good quality flashlight with them as parts of the park are unlit.
- Please note that the toilet facilities are unisex.
- Guests should not enter the river Towy because it is very cold and fast.
Languages spoken
English
Campsite types & availability
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Absolutely beautiful location. Loads of space. River access. Good walking area. Toilets…
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Primitive grass travel trailer campsite
Liked: Absolutely beautiful location. Loads of space. River access. Good walking area. Toilets good.
Disliked: No shower and you need to take own drinking water - we knew this beforehand so no problem.
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Excellent site right on the river Towy,level pitches.
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Primitive grass tent or trailer tent campsite
Liked: Beautiful part of mid Wales , quiet peaceful location.clean toilet block.would definitely stay again.
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Lovely field,all flat,lively trees for shelter,and a gorgeous river for the dog…
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Primitive grass travel trailer campsite
Liked: Lovely field,all flat,lively trees for shelter,and a gorgeous river for the dog too enjoy in,nuce clean toilets,and the owner,Delyth came too meet us,and check that we were settled in and happy,we will be returning soon,and do a longer stay for sure.
Disliked: None.
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Quiet relaxed site. Spacious site, with plenty of pitches, in both sunny and…
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Primitive grass tent or trailer tent campsite
Liked: Quiet relaxed site. Spacious site, with plenty of pitches, in both sunny and shaded spots. Friendly owners are very helpful. Campfires allowed with plenty of wood to collect around site. Can’t wait to visit again.
Disliked: Nothing.
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The pristine location, lack of mobile network, the beautiful setting by the…
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Primitive grass tent or trailer tent campsite
Liked: The pristine location, lack of mobile network, the beautiful setting by the river, cleanliness and the landowner’s responsiveness.
Disliked: Nothing to dislike
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Peaceful pitch with no phone signal where we could just be with…
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Primitive grass tent or trailer tent campsite
Liked: Peaceful pitch with no phone signal where we could just be with friends and enjoy good company. Close to Twm Sion Cati Caves and Llynbrianne Dam. Good days out in Nice weather.
Disliked: No showers and no drinking water
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Lovely spot, beautiful scenery. Such a relaxing little getaway.
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Primitive grass travel trailer campsite
Liked: Lovely peaceful site on the edge of a river. Lots of walking routes and 15 minutes walk to a lovely pub serving food and drinks. No nearby shops but not a problem as we came well stocked. Toilets clean and maintained. Would most certainly return.
Disliked: Nothing.
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Great wild camping location but disappointed in lack of clean water
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Liked: Location
Disliked: No drinking water
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A quiet and peaceful place for family camping.…
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Liked: A quiet and peaceful place for family camping.
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Fantastic location…
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Liked: Fantastic location
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Features
Dogs allowed
Campfires 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
Watersports
Amenities on park
Bath available
Car parking by site/unit
Composting toilet
Disabled facilities
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
Wifi
Groups welcome
Family friendly
Motorcycle friendly
Scouts welcome
Single-sex groups welcome
Student groups welcome
Rules
Barbecue grills allowed
Barbecue provided
Campfires allowed
Commercial vehicles allowed
Dogs allowed
Dogs allowed all year
Themes
Budget/backpacker
Hikers’ paradise
Lake and/or mountain
Peaceful
Remote location
Spectacular scenery
Wild camping
Wildlife haven
Utilities
Charging facilities
Dump station
Electric car charging point(s)
No drinkable water point
Propane/gas cylinders available
Recycling available
Renewable energy
Nearby amenities
Bar nearby
Dog walk nearby
Type
Farm
Medium (26-50 sites)
Nearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby
Climbing nearby
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Indoor pool nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Restaurant nearby
Touring and motorhomes
Seasonal sites
Location
Gelli Fechan Camping and Caravan Site
Rhandirmwyn
Llandovery
Carmarthenshire
Wales
SA20 0PF
Timezone
Europe/London GMT (GMT+00:00)
GPS
52.09797°N
-3.7953°W
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 |
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Llanrhystud | 21 mi | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Traeth Gwyn New Quay | 24.6 mi | Sea | Good | Good | Good | N/A |
Aberystwyth South | 25 mi | Sea | Good | Good | Good | Good |
New Quay Harbour | 25.1 mi | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Aberystwyth North | 25.2 mi | Sea | Excellent | Good | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Dolaucothi Gold Mines - National Trust 7.6 mi
Aberglasney Gardens 19 mi
Carreg Cennen Castle 19.1 mi
National Showcaves of Wales 19.2 mi
Llanerchaeron - National Trust 20.1 mi
National Trust
Dolaucothi Gold Mines 7.6 mi
Aberdeunant 17.2 mi
Aberdulais Falls 29 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
GWENFFRWD/DINAS (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 03/08/1978) 1 mi
Pont'ar Wysg - Fan Foel - Fan Brycheiniog 12.1 mi
Abergorlech - Brechfa Forest - Abergorlech 13.7 mi
Fan Foel - Bannau Sir Gaer - Llyn y Fan Fach 13.8 mi
Llanerchi - Garreg Ddu Reservoir - Elan Valley Trail - Llanerchi 14.1 mi
Local events
- The Hay Festival (Thursday, May 23, 2024 – Thursday, May 23, 2024)
Hay-on-Wye, England 28.6 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.
Nearest campgrounds
Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable campgrounds.
Want to know more about camping in Carmarthenshire?
- Does Gelli Fechan Camping and Caravan Site have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Gelli Fechan Camping and Caravan Site dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Gelli Fechan Camping and Caravan Site? If you feel like a warm swim, there’s a leisure centre in Llandovery (20 minutes’ drive). But for a quick stroll, some birdwatching and cave exploring, Ogof Twm Sion Cati is just … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Gelli Fechan Camping and Caravan Site?
RV, travel trailer and tent sites Arrive: 2 p.m. – 9 p.m. Depart by: noon