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Cwmcarn Forest Campsite
Touring & Camping Park with 27 pitches £10 ptpn
Nantcarn Road,
Cwmcarn,
Nr Crosskeys,
Caerphilly,
NP11 7FA
Address
Nantcarn Road,
Cwmcarn,
Nr Crosskeys,
Caerphilly,
NP11 7FA
Details
For tranquil overnight stays, Cwmcarn Forest is close enough to retreat to yet feels like a million miles away. The site comprises of a campsite, glamping pods and lodges along with visitor centre, adventure playground, walking trails, mountain bike trails and lake with picnic area.
Nestled in the forest floor are ten glamping pods, our furnished pods have a contemporary décor and comfortable double beds along with a mini fridge, kettle, refreshment tray, electricity and heater. Pods sleep 2 adults and 2 children with an additional small charge per set of bunk beds per night, if required.
Non furnished pods are available for 2-4 people, where you can bring your own camping gear and do your own thing, you can also bring your dog too as we have two pet friendly pods! You’ll still be cosy and warm with the provided heater and electricity.
Cwmcarn’s four grass pitches are level, landscaped and well maintained throughout the year and are available for tent sizes up to six man (please call to confirm). There are an additional three hardstanding pitches suitable for caravans and motorhomes.Use of the 4 star Visit Wales graded shower and toilet facilities along with laundry, kitchen and chemical waste disposal are all included and just a stone’s throw from tent pitches. Electric hook up is available.
Gear up or wind down, the choice is yours; choose from adrenaline fuelled mountain bike trails and water activities or enjoy a stroll around one of the many walking trails and grab a cuppa at Raven’s Café.
Situated just a 15 minute drive from J28 of the M4.
Children welcome from any age.
Directions
Map reference: ST 247931 Lat: 51.63594 Long: -3.11500
By Road:
9 miles/15 minutes from Junction 28 of the M4, follow signs to Risca on A467 then follow brown & white direction signs.
By Public Transport:
The nearest train station is Crosskeys, approximately a 15 minute walk from the Visitor Centre.
Transport for Wales - https://tfwrail.wales/
Traveline Cymru – Journey Planning Wales https://www.traveline.cymru/
The most convenient bus stops are on Silver Street situated on Twyncarn Road in Pontywaun. These are on the main entrance road to Cwmcarn Forest.
Caerphilly County Borough bus timetables:
https://www.caerphilly.gov.uk/Services/Transport-and-parking/Bus-timetables
Nearby
Facilities
Children welcome
Snacks/afternoon tea
Fishing
Children's outdoor play area
Dogs/pets accepted by arrangement
WiFi or internet access
Showers available
Single sex groups NOT accepted
Chemical toilet disposal facilities
Dish washing facilities
Drinking water
Heated shower block
Barbecue
Breakfast available
Electric hookup
Flush toilets (with lighting)
Children welcome from any age.
Self-Assessed Accessibility Details
Parking
Designated parking for guests with disabilities
Within 50 metres approx. of entrance
- Surface of the car park and pathway leading to entrance is
Solid ie tarmac / concrete etc
Drop-off point for guests outside entrance
- Route from the parking area to the entrance:
Has a ramp
Public Areas
- Level access (no steps/thresholds) or access by ramp or lift to:
Entrance to reception
Public toilet
Baby changing facilities
Entrance
Steps to the main entrance
- 4Number of steps to entrance
Ramp to entrance
Entrance well lit
Dining
Level access (no steps/thresholds) or access by ramp or lift
- Meals for guests with special dietary requirements can be provided:
Gluten free (coeliac)
Vegetarian