Camping in Powys

Powys covers a lot of ground, and its campsites and glamping spots follow the landscape: riverside pitches along the Wye near Builth Wells, hill farm settings around Machynlleth and Llanbrynmair, and quieter spots near Llanrhaeadr and Glynneath for those keen to avoid the busier Brecon Beacons approaches. With over 300 sites listed, options range from simple wild camping pitches, such as those found along the Wye Valley, to fitted-out huts and yurts.

Glamping has taken hold strongly here, with wooden pods, safari-style tents and shepherd's huts turning up at places like Wild Valley Huts, Kite Hill Yurts and Pant Y Crasty Holiday Pods, often on working farms where you can expect a peaceful, low-key stay rather than a resort feel. Sites near Welshpool and Newtown suit those wanting easy access to the border towns, while ones closer to Brecon put the National Park on your doorstep.

Facilities vary considerably between a basic field with a tap and a fully equipped cabin with its own hot tub, so it's worth checking what's included before booking. Names like Gwalia Farm, Dingles Glamping and Touch the Clouds Glamping give a sense of the variety on offer, from family-friendly bases to more secluded couples' retreats.