20-07-2025
Monmouthshire offers options for wild camping enthusiasts
The county is home to a variety of campsites, from family-friendly parks to rustic getaways.
This comes as the Open Spaces Society has called for wild camping to be legalised across all open country in England and Wales, following a Supreme Court decision.
Kate Ashbrook, general secretary of the Open Spaces Society, said: "What is valid for the Dartmoor commons is valid for our open countryside generally.
"We want the public to have a right to wild camp on access land designated under the Countryside and Rights of Way Act 2000 [the 2000 Act] in England and Wales."
While wild camping remains restricted in most areas, Monmouthshire offers plenty of sites for those seeking a night under the stars with a few more comforts.
Red Sky at Night Campsite in Monmouthshire is set on a working family farm and offers peaceful pitches, scenic walks, and dark skies.
Red Sky at Night campsite (Image: Visit Monmouthshire) The site describes itself as "the perfect place to escape the hustle and bustle of day to day life and enjoy a peaceful, yet exhilarating camping experience."
Facilities include a compost loo and a covered sink area.
For a touch of glamping, 'Blodwyn the Bell Tent' sits at the edge of the site, offering privacy and panoramic views.
Another option is Pont Kemys Caravan and Camping Park, located in Chainbridge, Abergavenny.
Pont Kemys Caravan and Camping Park (Image: Visit Monmouthshire) The site is just eight miles from Abergavenny and four miles from Usk, and is close to the Usk Valley Walk and Cycle Route 42.
Pont Kemys is Monmouthshire's only five-star touring caravan park, offering a wide range of facilities.
These include a fully-equipped facilities block, free wifi, an adult-only area with fully serviced super-pitches, a laundry room, and a television lounge.
All caravan pitches come with electric hook-ups, and there is a reception area and shop on site.
Penydre Caravan and Camping Site in Llanfihangel Crucorney offers a quieter stay, with space for 12 caravans and 12 tents. Penydre Caravan and Camping Site (Image: Visit Monmouthshire)
Located five miles from Abergavenny, the site is close to a variety of outdoor activities, including pony trekking, gliding, mountain biking, and caving.
Hendre Farmhouse Orchard Campsite in Wonastow is set on the historic Offa's Dyke and offers spacious pitches, modern facilities, and easy access to nearby attractions.
Hendre Farmhouse Orchard Campsite (Image: Visit Monmouthshire) The site is pet-friendly by prior arrangement and costs start from £20 per night.
Highlands Camping and Caravan Site in New Mills, Whitebrook, offers panoramic views of the Welsh hills and a relaxed, rural setting.
Highlands Camping & Caravan Site (Image: Visit Monmouthshire)
Pitches are mostly grass and sheltered by trees, with electric hook-ups available for tents, campervans, and motorhomes.
The site also features a hand-crafted Orchard Wagon for glamping, equipped with a wood burner, large bed, and electricity.
Basic facilities include a water tap, cold water washing-up area, and a trailer with two hot showers and two flush toilets.
With its scenic landscapes and range of camping options, Monmouthshire offers the perfect setting for anyone looking to reconnect with nature and enjoy a night under the stars.
