Lower Porthamel - Barn Stay | Black Mountains College

About the accommodation

Lower Porthamel is part of a working farm where livestock and feed are grown on the arable pastures. The campsite is located on the farm’s organic orchard, offering an authentic camping experience with a friendly relaxed atmosphere.

The camping barn is on the edge of the Brecon Beacons National Park, near Talgarth. It adjoins an old apple orchard on an organic Farm. Open all year round it is a warm and comfortable space to come back to after a long hike in the Hills, delight in making food and eating at the long table. Warm, dry and comfortable the barn is equipped with 10 camping beds, a long table, kitchen facilities and a large wood burner, this is the perfect place for the larger family group to stay – just bring your own bedding!

The hot showers (charged at 50p, change available from the house) and toilets are a short walk from the camping barn. These facilities are well maintained and shared with our orchard campers.

Access to:

Toilets
Hot Showers (50p charge)
Wood Available At Main House
No Wi-Fi
Zero Waste

Within the Barn:

Wood Burner
10 Foldable Camping Beds + Pillows (Bring own sleeping bag and pillowcase)
Long Wooden Table and 10 Stools
Kitchen Area and Sink with Hot Water
Fridge and Freezer
Charging Facilities
Kettle
Electric Hob
Microwave
Toaster
Crockery Cutlery and Cooking Utensils

To choose this option, you will need to book this yourself through their website

Where to find it

Situated on the edge of the Brecon Beacons National Park, five minutes by car from Talgarth and only ten minutes by car from Hay on Wye, with the River Llynfi and River Wye on the doorstep.

With fishing, hiking, walking, kayaking, canoeing, paddle boarding, gorge walking, horse riding, and cycling all within close proximity.