site guidance & conditions
Here is an outline of our site guidance and conditions. We want everyone to be safe and happy here, and we hope this information helps.
site safety
•Children are always the responsibility of their parents or guardians. They must be supervised so they do not disturb others & are not a danger to themselves or others.
•Children under 12 must be accompanied by a responsible adult in the toilet/shower block.
•Use of the river is entirely at your own risk. Children MUST be supervised at all times in the river area. In extreme weather conditions, access to the river will be stopped for your safety.
•The vehicle speed limit at Riverside is 5mph. Pedestrians & cyclists have priority.
•Do not drive on the grass without permission – please keep to the tarmac.
•Fireworks , Drones and Chinese lanterns are not permitted.
•Firearms of any sort (including air rifles) are not allowed at Riverside.
•BBQs and firepits must be attended at all times when lit/hot & extinguished.
•BBQs and firepits can be used on gravel pitches; on grass pitches you must ask Riverside for a concrete slab to put them on.
•Firepits will not be allowed if we deem weather conditions unsuitable.
•Riverside is a peaceful campsite. Many of our guests value quiet evenings and early nights. Please, after 10.30pm, respect other campsite users: no loud music & keep noise levels to a minimum.
•If you have visitors, you must tell us their names & contact details in case of emergency.
•Anyone using (or suspected of using) illegal drugs anywhere on site will be asked to leave.
•Anyone causing persistent disturbance to other residents/visitors will be asked to leave.
vehicles:
Only private vehicles allowed - no commercial vehicles/lorries allowed
There is one parking space per pitch. Other cars must park in designated areas. Charges apply to additional vehicle’s
No sleeping in cars is allowed
recycling/refuse:
The recycling/refuse area has recycling bins, general waste bins (small items only), & a BBQ/ash disposal area.
Large general waste (e.g. white goods, carpet) must be taken home. Charges will be made for excess waste left in the bins/refuse area.
Pets:
Pets are permitted at Riverside’s discretion.
Dogs must be kept on a short lead and under control, and all fouling cleared up please as it is a health hazard.
We can advise where you can take your dog for a walk, as we don’t own the fields that surround us. There are lovely selection of dog walks locally.
Take a walk along the river, go paddling or swimming, hire a firepit and toast marshmallows, sit back and enjoy the amazing views (including star-gazing in one of the darkest night sky areas in Europe) - or use this beautiful site as a base for walking, cycling, canoeing, birdwatching, and other outdoor activities.
The modern toilet block has hot showers, a laundry room, and under-cover washing-up areas, all of which are cleaned frequently. A large wooden gazebo with seating and electricity is great for sitting in the shade (or sheltering if it rains!)
The National Cycle Network runs past the site, and there are long distance paths and local footpaths. Pony trekking, alpaca trekking, golf courses, red kite feeding, the Elan Valley and the Brecon Beacons are all an easy drive from Riverside.
The village of Llangammarch Wells is a few minutes’ walk up the drive. It has a Post Office/small shop. There’s also a platform on the scenic single-track Heart of Wales Railway Line which takes you north to Llandrindod Wells (with its boating lake), Craven Arms, Church Stretton and Shrewsbury, and south to Swansea on the coast.
A regular bus goes from Llangammarch into Builth Wells (8 miles) where there are lots of independent shops, pubs, cafes, take-aways, an indoor swimming pool, and a supermarket.
Many of our visitors return year after year to enjoy the tranquility and beauty of the site.
Riverside is a family run site.
We were drawn to Riverside by the same things that bring our visitors here: the peace and quiet, the beautiful scenery, and the wonderful setting.
It’s a privilege to run this lovely site, it’s a very special place and we’re delighted to share it with you.
We look forward to welcoming you and showing you everything Riverside has to offer.
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Activities
Around us in Mid Wales and the Borders are many different activities to suit different interests and different age-groups. Enjoy discovering some of these adventures and experiences, all available within an hour of Riverside.
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Attractions
Landscapes, history, culture, relaxation -within an hour of Riverside there are so many places of interest. From gold mines to gardens, there’s something for every day of your holiday.
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Food & Drink
There are places to eat nearby to suit all tastes and ages. Within walking distance, there is a pub and a country house hotel. Within a short drive there are cafés and tearooms, country pubs, town pubs, and takeaways.
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Walking & Cycling
We’re surrounded by beautiful landscapes you can explore on foot or by bike from Riverside. From local strolls to long-distance paths, from a National Cycle Network, there’s something for everyone.
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Local Events
Several internationally famous events take place within easy reach of Riverside, including the Hay Festival of Literature (described by Bill Clinton as “The Woodstock of the Mind”), food festivals, and the Royal Welsh Agricultural Show, Europe’s biggest agricultural event.