10-07-2025
See which Powys campsites are ranked among the UK's best
Several Powys caravan and camping sites were featured on a list of the top 150 sites across the UK.
The website has compiled a list of the 150 best camping, glamping and touring sites across the UK for 2025, in a combined list of award winners and highly rated sites that the website says offer a 'consistently excellent experience'.
Six Powys campsites were featured in the list, spread across the county and ranging from family run campsites to pitch tents on to luxurious cabins. Here are the Powys sites that made the list and what the website had to say about them.
Cwmdu Campsite, Crickhowell
As well as being featured in the 2025 Outstanding sites list, this campsite in the Brecon Beacons was named as the Best Campsite in Mid Wales by in the website's 2024 Camping and Glamping Awards.
Describing the site, it said: 'Cwmdu Campsite, the perfect camping location in the heart of the Brecon Beacons National Park, with walks into the Beacons and Black Mountains on the doorstep.
'You will have a pub and cafe within a ten minute walk, and be just five minutes from the picturesque market town of Crickhowell and Greenman Festival, with Abergavenny 15 minutes away. Dogs are also welcome and fire pits are encouraged.'
Lakeside Caravan Park, Llangorse
said: 'Lakeside Caravan Park offers an ideal escape to the great outdoors with wonderful countryside views and Llangorse Lake just next door.
'Grass and hardstanding pitches welcome tents and tourers, with the option of an electric hook up too. Enjoy a treat from the onsite shop or cafe, with boat hire, fishing and watersports available too.'
Gwerniago Camping Site, Pennal
Moving to a different Mid Wales mountain range, this site is in the south of Snowdonia and finished runner up in the website's Best Mid Wales Campsite at the 2024 awards.
The website said: 'Gwerniago Camping Site offers a rural getaway with views over the Dovey Estuary and countryside.
'Tents and tourers are both welcome, with a selection of grass pitches and fully serviced hardstanding. Both family and dog friendly, guests can enjoy peace and quiet with access to a wide range of walking routes.'
Bryndu Caravan and Camping, Llandefalle
Heading back to the Brecon area, described this site by saying: 'Bryndu Caravan and Camping is a quiet family run caravan and camping site in Mid Wales, ten minutes from the Brecon Beacons.
'There are spacious grass and hard standing pitches with optional electric hook ups and a handy water point on every pitch. Enjoy onsite spa treatments and top facilities.'
Spring Rock Fishery and Caravan Park, Llandegely
An adult-only campsite found near Llandrindod Wells, this site was recognised as a runner-up in the website's awards for the best adult-only campsite in Wales category at the 2024 awards.
It said: 'Spring Rock is a secluded and scenic adult-only site offering a relaxing getaway near the Elan Valley.
'The site offers electric hardstanding motorhomes and touring caravan pitches, along with a cosy glamping pod and a luxury lodge for couples.
'Set under the Llandegley Rocks, overlooking a pleasure fishing lake, and within easy reach of great walking spots and waterfalls, this is a great spot for those looking to enjoy the outdoors.'
Cwmllwyd Getaways, Carno
This site offers luxury glamping cabins, including one made from a converted railway carriage.
In its description the website said: 'Cwmllwyd Getaways offers luxurious cabins and a converted railway carriage surrounded by breath-taking valley views.
'Each accommodation offers a cosy interior complete with all the necessary amenities, as well as a decking area with seating and a hot tub.
'This tranquil location is the perfect escape for those looking to switch off from their daily routines and recharge their batteries.'
