Wild Swimming Spots
In this incredible heat, there is no doubt that we are all on a constant journey for a swim. The river Usk winds through our valleys, providing some of the best wild swimming spots- you just have to pick your town or village!
Crickhowell
Crickhowell is one of the best towns for wild swimming spots, being just over an hour’s walk from Cwmdu campsite. Through track, road, and field you walk alongside the most beautiful country and the river Usk, of course! In our shop, we lend out maps for free that direct you to Crickhowell, via our local medieval village of Tretower. This walk is also available on our website here, if you wanted to plan ahead! As you walk along the river, into Crickhowell, you will notice multiple spots to have a cold dip in the river. At this time of year, the current is very weak making the river perfectly safe for children and dogs!
- 1-hour flat country walk
- 10-minute drive
- Safe
- Not overcrowded
- Fantastic views
- Multiple swimming spots to choose from
Brecon
Although Brecon is a few extra minutes in the car, its’ wild swimming spots are certainly worth it- imagine swimming in the midst of the Brecon Beacons?! Idyllic. Brecon is just a 20-minute drive from Cwmdu campsite, where there is ample parking within the town and nearby country lanes. A local favourite spot is the Llanfrynach river- just before you enter Brecon. However, you will notice that the river wraps all around the town, so you can easily pick your own spot! There is more about Brecon here if you fancy planning a day surrounding your swim!
- 20-minute drive
- Safe
- Not overcrowded
- Fantastic views
- Multiple swimming spots to choose from
Llangynidr
Now, Llangynidr is a very beautiful and quiet village and here you will find little patches of the river, to make one of the perfect wild swimming spots. Llangyndir is a 10-minute drive away, or just over an hour’s walk away through country lanes. Llangynidr river is where you will find more big rocks to jump off, making it a great option for anyone interested in that! There is parking next to the ‘Walnut Tree Stores’ as well as parking at the ‘Coach and Horses pub’ and the village hall.
- 10-minute drive
- 1-hour flat country walk
- Safe
- Not overcrowded
- Fantastic views
- Multiple swimming spots to choose from
Book your 2023 holiday now! Place your booking with us here!
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Visit the Home Page for further information about Cwmdu Campsite
If you would like to check availability for later this season, please fill in a booking form here.
For information on 2023 prices, visit our tariffs page, Click here.
For more information regarding our Glamping Pods please visit our site here.
HOLIDAY COTTAGES INFORMATION
We now have 4-holiday cottages you can book throughout the year!
Ty Ffynon Loft is a newly renovated cost apartment next door to Cwmdu Campsite. It offers stunning views from the garden, an easy walk to our local pub, and is dog friendly. Perfect for solo travelers or couples.
Efail Bach is a one-bedroom cottage, also with stunning views from the garden, right next to the campsite if you have family camping, and a large comfortable bathroom with a separate bath and large shower.
Efail Isaf is a three-bedroom cottage that sleeps 6 in a quaint old-black smiths house (Old Smithy). This house has a wonderful garden for a family BBQ or sunbathing (we do some lovely weather through the summer!). It also has a log burner for cosy nights in front of the fire.
Click Here to book a Cwmdu Holiday Cottage stay with us! You’ll find four cottages view and check availability across most of the year. Dates are subject to availability.
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