Frequently asked questions
Can we
have a camp fire?
Yes, at time of writing.
We have no objection to campers having a small controlled constantly attended
camp fire. We have a number of truncated beer barrels which make good fire
braziers, and more recently we’ve acquired several old washing machine drums
which are excellent. We don’t mind campers bringing their own braziers (garden
centres seem to be selling braziers nowadays) so long as they keep the main
heat off of the grass and prevent scorch damage to the field surface. In the
woodland we advise making a stone circle for a fire. The main consideration is
obviously safety. Many people come here specifically because we allow fires and
it would be shame to have to stop them simply because one person does something
ridiculous. We normally have firewood available for sale in sacks but please
check before coming of you intend to buy from us. You are welcome to bring wood
with you so long as there are no nails or staples in it and it’s not got paint
or creosote on it. Please bear in mind that not everyone likes camp fires and
so you may need to consider where you pitch on arrival. I we do not allow the
cutting down of any trees for use as firewood.
Can we
arrive late?
We appreciate that many
people come up on a Friday from long distances and expecting them to get here
before dinner is unrealistic. We would prefer people to arrange things in
advance so that they, or at least someone from their party, can arrive before
6pm. We can live with later arrival by prior arrangement but please mention
this when you book. If things go wrong on the day you come then please call and
keep us informed. When booking, check the internet for the sunset times here on
the day you arrive.
Be aware that if you
arrive after dark there will be no light anywhere on the fields. Don’t put
tents up under headlights from vehicles with engines running, simultaneously
waking up and poisoning other campers. People who do that normally go on to find
that they have also forgotten something fundamental to the tent going up – such
a pegs! In the past it has been found that late arrivals don’t work well for us
or other campers but as previously stated if agreed in advance it’s acceptable.
Bookings for the woodland camping really do need to be in early, if at all
possible before 6pm.
Are dogs
allowed?
There are sheep, cattle
and poultry on our own, and neighbouring land so any dogs must be kept under
very strict control, and on the camping fields that means on a lead or
similar restraining leash at all times. So long as this can be
assured, then we are happy for people to bring dogs. There are 20 acres of
woodland here which make ideal dog walking territory. Obviously it should go
without saying that any ‘accidents’ are cleared up immediately. Please don’t
bring ‘yappy’ dogs here. Depending on what livestock we have around, dogs maybe
walked off lead in our woodland if it’s not too busy with campers.
Single
gender groups?
We see that many other
sites will not allow all male or all female groups. That is not the case here
and we welcome anyone so long as they are ‘good campers’, and do not pursue any
activities which are likely to upset or disturb other campers. As long as
people are quiet and responsible then there is no problem. In general, if you
want to make a booking for a group then please call for a chat first. The main
problem with group bookings is that the organiser knows what to expect but the
people who come with the group just didn’t get time to have a proper look at
the web site. Please ensure that if you are organising a trip for several
people then they all know exactly what to expect, particularly if you are
aiming to camp in the woodland.
How good
is the caravan access?
The 1 mile long lane which
leads to our farm entrance from the A4109 is single track. Because of a hill
when approaching from the South end, we recommend caravans enter from the north
direction. There is a canopy of trees running the full length of the lane and
no doubt one or two leaves are going to brush the side and roof. We get
deliveries from large goods vehicles which suffer no damage, but you do have to
be careful. Many people have brought caravans here without problems and they
tell me that compared with many places they have taken vans, such as the Gower,
our lane is acceptable. Obviously after heavy prolonged rain the field can get
slippery and soft as it would anywhere. If you are coming down following
adverse weather it’s worth checking first. We wouldn’t recommend bringing a
caravan here that’s longer than about 20ft with the ‘A’ frame. Caravan owners
should also remember that we are unlikely to be able to offer you more than a
10amp hook-up and you won’t get a TV signal here without a Satellite.
Are you
open all year round?
We try to be open all year
round as an increasing number of people now seem to want to come camping in the
winter as well as summer, particularly in the woodland. Out of season, which is
basically October to the end of March, we might not have all facilities
running. Pre-booking is essential anyway so you need to e-mail us whatever but
feel free to enquire at any time of the year.
Can we
turn up unannounced?
No. Even we get the
occasional weekend away, and we only take limited numbers here. We need to know
you are coming, and we owe it to people who have taken the trouble to book in
advance and pay a 50% deposit, not to cram others in who have just rolled up
without booking. Our mobile number is shown on the contact page if you need to
get in touch at short notice. We are strictly bookings only. It’s a small
operation here and we only allow small numbers here at any one time. That’s why
people come back.
What
facilities do you have on-site?
3 flat to gently sloping
grass fields. An 18 acre woodland. A Kitchen containing a deep sink and
standard sink/drainer. Drinking water, Hot water. 2 flushing type toilets and 2
chemical loos. 2 pumped hot electric showers and wash room. A chemical waste
disposal tank. A soak-away with stand pipe. 4 electrical hook-up points. Plug
sockets. Kettle, communal fridge and microwave, shaver socket with mirror,
rotary washing line. Waste and re-cycling bins. We can freeze ice packs for
you, and also re-charge batteries if required. We can also do a service wash
and tumble dry if required.
Are there
rules for children?
Yes. This is a working
farm and not a farm park. Children need to be supervised. On recent occasions
we have had problems with children leaving the camping field and being in
places they shouldn’t be both for reasons of privacy and safety. It’s
embarrassing to have to raise these issues with parents so please don’t put us
in that position. Unless children can behave, please find another site. Farms
are full of dangers. Following an incident in mid-Wales in 2007, we must make
it a rule that children are closely supervised by an adult at all times whilst
on the premises. There’s a river running through the woodland that can get very
deep and fast flowing within 20 minutes after rain. Many sites are going ‘Adults
only’ with very good reason. That said, kids are welcome.