Located in the Wye Valley at Clifford along the south banks of the River Wye, Locksters Pool Camping is set on a peaceful working farm ten minutes from the Brecon Beacons. Spacious grass pitches cater for tents and small campervans and are located in various areas of the 100-acre farm. Bell tents and a Railway wagon are also available for adult-only couples. Canoe/stand-up paddleboarding launching access to the river is free to guests!

Great location for wild swimming, paddle boarding and canoeing

Direct access to the Wye Valley Walk and Herefordshire trails

Just over five minutes drive from Hay-on-Wye and ten minutes drive from Brecon Beacons National Park

About Locksters Pool Camping

The camping areas on this quiet working farm are situated on riverside meadows with direct access to the River Wye. You can also pitch your tent or 4x4 at an elevated area overlooking the river with, stunning views for miles. This area is only accessible by 4x4 or a short walk up a farm track. There are a total of 42 pitches, suitable for tents and a limited number of small campervans. A maximum of six people are allowed per pitch. Dragonfly Walk is a camping and glamping area with three bell tents and a couple of camping pitches, for adult couples only. Bell tents are each complete with a double bed luxury bedding bedside tables and views overlooking the river. each bell tent has its own toilet and small fully equipped separate kitchen. Groups can hire one of the camping areas for exclusive use, but please enquire as there will be additional charges. Guests can also hire canoes and paddleboards, with a free launch on the river for campers. You can also go wild swimming too! A full English breakfast is also available at the marque, which is the perfect way to start the day. The site is happy to dispose of recycling as long as it is separated. Sorry, no dogs are allowed here due to livestock.

Locksters Pool Camping is open from 05/05 to 14/09.

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Facilities and amenities

Toilets and coin-operated showers are provided and serviced regularly, real campfires are permitted with wood purchased on site.

There are a couple of eateries within a ten minute drive The Boat Inn which is a traditional pub and The Castlefields, lovely for a sit down meal. For basic food shops, there's a Co-op and a Spar also within a ten minute drive.

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Adult only

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Allow commercial vans

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Allow pets

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Bike hire

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Café / restaurant

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Communal BBQ

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Disabled facilities

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Drinking water

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Electric hookups

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Entertainment

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Family friendly

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Fires allowed

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Fishing

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Games room

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Glamping

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Golf

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Horse riding

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Hot tub

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Internet access

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Kids club

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Kids playground

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Laundry

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Near beach

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Near pub

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Open year round

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Peaceful

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RV pitches

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Shop

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Showers

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Swimming pool

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Toilets

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TV room

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Vineyard

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Water hookups

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Watersports

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Map and address

Park address

Locksters Pool Camping,

Locksters Lane, Clifford, Hereford, Herefordshire, HR3 5HJ

Coordinates

52.1089, -3.0676 | SO 26 46

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Locksters Pool Camping is ideal for...

Couples

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Large same-sex groups

Older children (13+)

Peace and quiet

Rallies


There are 58 accommodation options on-site

Bookable pitches and accommodation options

10 x Locksters View Non Electric Grass Pitches

Max 10 people

Located slightly back from the river to the other pitches, these are a short walk up giving a view over the site. Suitable for tents only. Fire pits are not provided for these pitches.

42 x Non Electric Grass Pitches

Max 6 people

Grass pitches measuring 6m x 8m without electric, suitable for tents and small campervans. A fire pit is provided for each pitch. There is a parking area in the same field for cars only.

Non Electric Grass Pitch (Couples Only)

Max 2 people

This pitch is closer to the river in the area named Dragonfly Walk, for couples only. Measuring 8m x 8m for tents only without electric. No vehicle access.

Locksters View (Exclusive Use)

Max 25 people

Exclusive use of the whole non electric grass camping area.


3 x Bell Tents

Max 2 people

Bell tents with double bed, looking over the river in the area named Dragonfly Walk. Luxury bedding provided. Private toilet and kitchen facilities with each tent. Fire pit included.


Locksters Pool Camping reviews

4.69 /5

46 reviews

96%

would recommend

Overall
4.69
Location
4.93
Value for money
4.78
Service
4.93
Facilities
4.13
Cleanliness
4.67

"The perfect spot for seasoned campers and canoe, paddleboarding and wild swimming enthusiasts"

Heather P - Aug 2023

"What a find!!! This is such a beautiful campsite!"

Fiona B - Aug 2023

"It was an absolute pleasure to meet the owners ... nothing was too much trouble"

Claire B - Jul 2023

"Cleanest toilets I have ever used ... To top it off the river was amazing to have a few swims in too"

Carla O - Jun 2023

"Our favourite place to stay ... Recommend it for everyone who wants to experience true camping"

Inga S - Jun 2023


Great people, nice clean site

Linda S

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VW-Type Campervan - Non Electric Grass PitchesSep 2024

Lovely people, very peaceful, clean site. Beautiful view, good location.

Lovely stay

Imogen A

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Medium Tent - Non Electric Grass PitchesSep 2024

Had a lovely stay, even in the rain, the whole experience was memorable.

A welcome on the Wye

Tim B

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Small Tent - Non Electric Grass PitchesAug 2024

Everything as expected plus an informative and warm welcome. Thank you.

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FAQ

Check-in is available from 2pm-9pm and check out is noon.

Unfortunately, dogs are not permitted onsite.

Yes but only if they are raised off the grass.

No, this site caters for families and couples primarily and therefore group bookings are not allowed.

Yes one of each is permitted per pitch on the non electric grass pitches and pup tents and gazebos are allowed on Locksters View pitches. Gazebos and awnings are a small extra fee just please select this option when booking. A pup tent is free of charge.


Soak up the scenery near the site, with easy access to the Wye Valley Walk and Herefordshire trails.

The River Wye that runs alongside the campsite is ideal for paddle boarding and canoeing wild swimming and other water activities, the site has a launching area on the campsite which provides easy access in and out of the river, this is free to guests.

Other nearby attractions include:

  • Clifford Castle (5 minutes)
  • Hay-on-Wye (10 minutes)
  • Arthur's Stone (15 minutes)
  • Pen-y-fan (35 minutes)
The listing for Locksters Pool Camping was last updated on September 30th, 2024 at 3:45 PM

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