Craig y nos Country Park

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Breathtaking natural beauty

Nestled in the stunning Swansea Valley this hidden gem is surrounded by the dramatic limestone cliffs of the Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons National Park). 40 acres of meadows, woodlands, ponds and the gently flowing River Tawe make this location an excellent countryside escape. Parking is pay and display.

Wander along the designated scenic walking trails which take you through a mix of dense woodland greenery and open countryside. Stroll through wildlife infused meadows or stop and have a picnic beside the river Tawe. Why not visit the ponds and feed the ducks or relax on the cafe terrace and take in the stunning backdrop of the surrounding Brecon Beacons.

Experience the beauty, history, and tranquility of one of Wales’s most spectacular country parks.

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Gallery

Captivating countryside

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Important!

The areas around the ponds are flat and wheelchair/pushchair friendly. Paths through the woodland and along the river are a mix of tarmac and fine gravel. Some areas are hilly.
Please keep your dog on a lead and clean up any mess, be aware that there are livestock fields around the park.
There are toilets, disabled toilet and baby changing facilities.
The park is usually open from 10am to 4:30pm all year.

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Map

Use the 'what3words' app for a precise location:
Car park: ///croak.runners.laces

The park is easy to find just off the A4067 north of Penycae village. Just 5 minutes further north is the National Showcaves Centre for Wales and right next to the park is the stunning Craig y nos Castle.

Craig y nos Country Park General location

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Where to stay...

Hotels / Apartments

Best Western Aberavon Beach Hotel Port Talbot SA12 6QP. Dog friendly
Bluebell Hotel 16-18 The Parade, Neath SA11 1RA.

Blanco's Hotel Green Park Street, Port Talbot SA12 6NT.
Castle Hotel The Parade, Neath SA11 1RB.
Craig Y Nos Castle Brecon Road, Pen-y-cae SA9 1GL. Dog friendly
Dillwyn Arms Hotel The Cross, 1A Herbert Street, Pontardawe SA8 4EB.
Premier Inn Port Talbot Baglan Road, Baglan, Port Talbot SA12 8ES.
The Glyn Clydach Neath Abbey SA10 7AJ.
The Grand Hotel Station Rd, Port Talbot SA13 1DE.
The New Swan Hotel 50 Gurnos Road, Ystalyfera SA9 2HY.
The Sleeping Giant Hotel Penycae Inn, Brecon Road, Penycae, Powys SA9 1FA.
The Ynys Ynysmeudwy Arms, 168 Ynysmeudwy Rd, Pontardawe SA8 4QJ.
Ty Newydd Country Hotel Penderyn Road, Hirwaun CF44 9SX.

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Self Catering

Beili Glas Cottage Llanguicke Rd, Ynysmeudwy, Pontardawe SA8 4PN. Dog friendly
Heronstone Lodges Retreat Ystrad Isaf Farm, Station Road, Ystradgynlais, Powys SA9 1PJ.

Rose Cotterill Cabins Tyllwyd Road, Bryncoch, Neath SA10 7DX.
Rowan House Rowan House, Duffryn Rhondda, Port Talbot SA13 3HE.
Swansea Log Cabin 59 Heol Las, Pontardawe SA8 4PR.
Swansea Valley Holiday Cottages Plas Farm, Cilybebyll, Pontardawe SA8 3JQ. Dog friendly
Tan yr Eglwys Wales Cottage Breaks 1 & 2 Tan yr Eglwys Cottages, Church Road, Cilybebyll, Pontardawe SA8 3JR.
The Old Stables Crynant, Neath SA10 8SF.
Tor Y Graig House Tyllwyd, Neath SA10 7DX.

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Touring Caravan, Camping, Static Caravan

Brecon Beacons Touring Park Brecon Road, Pen-y-cae, Powys SA9 1YY. (Glamping / Touring / Tents) Dog friendly
Brynglas Retreat Campsite 1 Brynglas, King Edward Road, Tairgwaith SA18 1YN. (Campers / Tents / Pods / Cabin) Dog friendly

Fernhill Valley Farm Tyllwyd, Neath SA10 7DX. (Glamping) Dog friendly
Spring Valley Lakes Rheola Farm, Glyn neath SA11 4DY. (Camping / Glamping)
Fedwen Pods Tylerfedwen Farmhouse, Cwmafan SA12 9YA. (Glamping)
Wenallt Wild Camp Wenallt Farm, Wenallt Road, Tonna, Neath SA11 3QH. (Camping / Pods) Dog friendly

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