Coming on holiday is such an exciting time, but you always feel you want to get it right to ensure you don’t miss out on any of the best bits to see or do. Here we have some suggestions of what you can do with your days, whilst staying at Cwmdu Campsite in the Brecon Beacons National Park.
Activities From Your Pitch
If you have travelled a long way and don’t fancy getting back on the road just yet, there are plenty of beautiful walks accessed directly from our website!
Walk to Crickhowell Along the River Usk
This is one of our most popular walks. It is flat all the way, and takes you through a local medieval village called Tretower, before walking along the River Usk, into our local and award-winning town Crickhowell. The river has some lovely spots to swim on route. ‘Crick’ as we call it locally, has great pubs and cafes, locally owned stores. To eat, we recommend the Bear Hotel, as it is your most traditional Welsh pub, with a lovely beer garden and great food. It is also dog friendly!
This walk would take about an hour. You can find the route for this walk in our campsite. Find out more about Crickhowell here!Â
Walk to Crickhowell over the Mountain
A more strenuous, but lovely route to Crickhowell is over the mountain behind Cwmdu Campsite, called Pen Gloch yr Pibwr. This mountain takes you from one end of the Black Mountains to the other. Starting at your pitch, you can use our maps to guide you up onto the Beacon Way and then down into Crickhowell. We have a local taxi service, Table Taxis 07939 287080 – they can pick you up and bring you back after your trip to Crick. The walk would take about 4 hours.
Visit Tretower Court and Castle
Tretower Castle is in our local village, Tretower. It is a medieval town with a fantastic history. The castle’s surrounding buildings have recently been restored into a National Trust Centre. You can walk or cycle to Tretower from the campsite, which would take you no longer than 30 minutes on foot, and 15 minutes by bike.
Find out more about Tretower Court and Castle here!
Activities Further Afield
Llantony Priory
Deep in the Black Mountains of Wales, this 12th Century Priory is a magnificent historical landmark set in the breathtaking Llanthony Valley within the Brecon Beacons National Park. With its stunning landscapes, rich heritage, and tranquil surroundings, Llanthony Priory offers a unique escape. Whether you’re a history enthusiast, a nature lover or simply seeking a peaceful getaway, Llanthony Priory is the perfect destination. Find more information here
Big Pit National Coal Museum
Big Pit is one of Britain’s leading mining museums and is an informative and exciting day out. Amongst the many interactive displays and exhibitions is the opportunity to experience the world-famous underground tour. For more information and to book tickets, please click here
Beacon Park Boats
Spend a few hours cruising along the Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal as it winds its way through the beautiful scenery of the Brecon Beacons National Park. There are a variety of different-sized boats available to hire, allowing you to get up close to wildlife and amazing views on one of Britain’s most scenic waterways. For more information and to book, please click here
Llangorse Lake Boat Hire
It is possible to hire rowing boats, kayaks, canoes and paddleboards during the summer season at Llangorse Lake. For prices and more information please click here. You can also launch your own boat or paddleboard for further details and costs please click here. Fishing boat hire is available throughout the year. There are zoning arrangements in place on the lake that apply to all lake users, please see this link for further information.
Additional Information
For further information about Cwmdu Campsite in Wales, please visit our Home Page
To check availability for this season, please fill in a booking form here.
For information on 2025 prices, visit our tariffs page. Click here.
For more information regarding our Glamping Pods, please visit our site here.
HOLIDAY COTTAGES INFORMATION
4* Dog-Friendly Holiday Cottages in the Brecon Beacons, 4 miles from Crickhowell and all within 50 yards of Cwmdu Campsite.
We have 2 cosy cottages available to book:
- Efail Isaf – ‘Old Smithy’ – Sleeps 6 in three bedrooms. Cosy cottage with log burner and picturesque garden and panoramic views of the National Park. Infant facilities are available.
- Efail Bach – ‘Little Smithy’ – One-bed cottage with large shower and separate large bath. Fantastic views from the bedroom, living room and garden. BBQ included. Infant facilities are available.
Click Here for more information or to book a Cwmdu Holiday Cottage stay with us!
FIRE AND ICE INFORMATION
Imagine a Fire & Ice experience like no other! Rest and Rejuvenate peacefully in a Nordic wood-fired Sauna & Ice bath with a Scenic mountain view looking out across the Welsh Brecon Beacons National Park, also known as (Bannau Brycheiniog).
Guests can visit in many ways, camp or Glamp at Cwmdu Campsite, stay in one of our four Holiday Cottages, or stop by for an independent session.
