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Why stay here ...
Dark Orchard is a quiet secluded off grid site with NO EHU, toilets or showers tucked away on the edge of Hay-on-Wye, yet only a 5 minute walk to the shops, restaurants, pubs and other amenities that this unique Welsh Marches market town has to offer.
Dark Orchard is a level, well sheltered grassy site. The site is bordered on one side by the Dulas Brook and divided by the Nantyglasdwr stream. We welcome families and pets. Dogs must be kept under total control at all times in the interest of other site users and farm animals in the adjacent fields. Any mess must be cleared up immediately. We regularly see a lot of wildlife at the site including kingfishers, dippers, red kites, buzzards, hedgehogs and otters playing in the brook.
Hay-on-Way Town of Books is world famous for its second hand bookshops and is fast gaining a reputation for its antiques, collectibles and other fiercely independent shops. Although only a relatively small market town, Hay-on-Wye has a great vibrancy and many facilities including a cosy 65 seat cinema and is also famous for the annual Hay Festival of Literature & Arts held for ten days at the end of May. Work is due to start on the renovation of Hay Castle during 2018 to create a unique new centre for culture and education. Hay-on-Wye also has a lively Thursday Market which features many local artisans and producers.
Two long distance footpaths, Offa's Dyke and Wye Valley Walk, both pass very close by Dark Orchard. Alternatively many other excellent walks can be found direct from the site. Take a walk to Hay Bluff and enjoy the panoramic views of the Wye Valley or try one of our shorter circular walks to explore the lower lying areas. Excellent fishing can be found on the River Wye for which day tickets can be bought locally. Or why not hire a canoe and explore the river.
Dark Orchard is also well placed to explore the Brecon Beacons National Park. At over 500 square miles and including Pen Y Fan, the highest peak in South Wales. The park is a paradise for all lovers of the outdoors. With mountains and moorland, standing stones and castles, lively waterfalls and vibrant communities, the Brecon Beacons National Park has masses to offer visitors. With a long and colourful history and a rich and varied mythology and culture, the park has something to offer everyone with fabulous scenery, walking, cycling, mountain biking, castles, gardens, caves and much, much more.
Dark Orchard is also ideally situated for visitors to the annual Royal Welsh Show at Builth Wells in July as well as a host of other events and shows held at the Royal Welsh Showground throughout the year.
The surrounding area of Herefordshire also has much to offer with its Black & White timber-framed buildings, Cider Making or visit the 13th Century Mappa Mundi at Hereford Cathedral.
We also have a recently refurbished cosy self-catering Victorian cottage, sleeping 3, next to Dark Orchard. Check out our website.
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Latest arrival time: 8:00 PM
Latest departure time: 12:30 PM
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Sites key:
- Postcode:
- HR3 5BD
- GPS:
- Lat 52.077851 / Lon -3.123258
- OS field ref:
- SO231427
- OS map ref:
- 161
Transport links
- Bus stop within 1 mile
- Buses go to: Brecon, Cardiff, Hereford
- Daily public transport within 1 mile
- Train station within 5 miles
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Good stop over
Dark Orchard
We followed the instructions to the site and found it OK. We actually found getting out of the site at the end of our stay more difficult than getting it. The site was obviously popular. It was full and had people arriving and leaving throughout our stay. We didn't meet anyone from the site whilst we were there. We enjoyed visiting Hay on Wye there was lots to do.
mcshuey
Reviewed on 26/08/2024 17:19
Super Site
Dark Orchard
Our first visit to this beautiful site, just what to expect from a well cared for CL. On arrival we were met by Lynda who was very friendly and told us to go and find ourselves a pitch and she would catch up with us later. Her father was mowing the grass and he inform us of the dog walks and the places to visit which was very nice. Lovely walk along the river into Hay on Wye where there is plenty of shops to visit and a small convenience store for groceries. Our only issue was on leaving as our motorhome is rather large and we also tow a car we did have problems turning into the lane and had to take the car off the motorhome luckily no other vehicles came down the lane but you do need to be aware of this if you also have a large caravan. Enjoyed our stay very much would certainly return again.
Great Site
Dark Orchard
I cannot fault this site. Conveniently located for the wonderful Hay on Wye , we really enjoyed our stay . Lovely owners who send you a very helpful email before your stay with very clear instructions on how to get to the site . Would 100% recommend this CL.
An absolute gem.
Dark Orchard
What a gem of a site. Other reviews have said it all. We booked for 2 nights, ended up staying 6, because we loved Hay & the site so much. It was lovely to meet Lynda having spoken to her on the phone, she couldn't have been more helpful in enabling us to extend our stay. We received a warning email from Lynda, she had one couple extend their stay to 15 nights & then bought a property in Hay, we have been warned. Thank you so much, Lynda, Chris & Pete.
Dave Goddard
Reviewed on 07/08/2024 16:27
Peace
Dark Orchard
Our second visit to Dark Orchard, a lovely large field intersected by a small stream, dog friendly, loads of room to pitch, no dedicated pitches so choose your perfect spot ! Short wheelbase units can cross the stream into the smaller part of the site. No electric. Very quiet spot yet only 10 minutes walk into the gorgeous town of Hay on Wye. Lots of local walks nearby, the main one being along the River Wye. Loads of lovely little shops and eateries. One of our perfect sites ! Just park up and everything is within walking distance. So relaxing.
Dobedobedo
Reviewed on 29/07/2024 16:17
