Links & accommodation
| Mojo - Nuff said www.mojo.co.uk | |
| Forestry Commission www.forestry.gov.uk/wales | |
| Fox gear www.foxhead.com | |
| PS Cycles - Top local bike shop www.pscycles.co.uk | |
| Refresh - South Wales Web designer who built this site www.refreshcreative.com and his small laptops and pink laptops site | |
| Dirt Mag - Mountainbike Magazine www.dirtmag.co.uk | |
| Cwmcarn Forest www.cwmcarnforest.co.uk |
Accomodation
Below is a list of local campsites and B&B’s.
Campsites
Cwmcarn Forest Campsite
Tel: 01495 272001
Located just a few hundred yards from the trails, this is the closest you’ll get! Bike wash and café on site. Get out of bed, go ride!
Pen y Fan Campsite
Tel: 01495 226636
Web: www.penyfancaravanpark.co.uk
Only about 10 minutes up the valley from Cwmcarn.
B&B’s
The Stables Tel:01495243888 Literally 10 minutes round the corner in Newbridge, these guy's have been reccommended by a number of rider's. With a self contained apartment which sleeps up to 4 people, plus a separate house with 4 double rooms. You can keep your bikes inside too, which is nice. For more info, give them a call, with prices from £25.00 a night per person for bed and breakfast.
Awen B&B
CLOSED FOR 2011
Safe Haven Lodges
Web:www.safehavenlodges.co.uk Tel: 01495271225 Traditional imported Finnish Log Cabins, beautifully constructed with quality furnishings in a spectacular valley setting with mountain and stream views. The log cabins are located in Wattsville only 7 or 8 minutes from Cwmcarn. Within easy reach of walking routes, the Brecon Beacons and many great attractions in South Wales. There are also countryside walks within the grounds for all the family. We are members of the Caerphilly Tourism Association. As well as individual parking areas there are also secure lock ups available for guest bringing their mountain bikes.
SunnybankB&B Tel: 07747636377 A 5 bedroom house set in 2 acres of land adjacent to the Sirhowy Country Walk. Located 2 miles from Cwmcarn Forest Drive and very close to the canal path. The house is biker friendly offering plenty of storage and wash down facilities. We offer single and double room accommodation. Whilst the property is set in a quiet rural area, it is also located not far from Risca Town. We have internet access plus a private reception room with Sky TV for all guests.
Blackvein Caravan Accommodation Tel:01633615668 email:blackveincaravans@hotmail.com web:http://www.webspawner.com/users/blackviencaravans/index.html
Peaceful location on the banks of the Breacon and Monmouthshire Canal in Risca. On site tea room available for breakfast, snacks, and main meals. Arrangements can be made for out of hours dining if required. Short walk to the Darren pub and Restaurant. Excellent base for sporting and leisure activities throughout S.Wales. Train station close by providing access to Cardiff City Center Flexible arrival and departure times. Secure storage and lock up facilities
Westwood Villa Guest House
Tel: 01495 272650 / Mobile 07841 564627
South Wales Cwmcarn Holiday Let
Tel: 01753 852 572 / Mobile 07925 380 517
Web: www.cwmcarn.webeden.co.uk
Self Catered Accommodation
The Castle Inn Tel: 01495 272877 email: helenandtim@hotmail.co.uk web: www.thecastleinn.org The Castle Inn is located 50yds away from the entrance to Scenic Drive. It offers two rooms which sleep up to four people per room. There is shared bathroom facilities to a very high standard and we supply you with towels, soap etc. Also help yourself to our kitchen! Our car park on site which has a secure bike lockup with 24hr CCTV Cameras. Freshly prepared breakfast and lunches are also available. All from £25 per night.





