An informational signboard for Penbre/Pembrey in Wales with sketches and a map, surrounded by wooden posts and a gravel pathway, on a sunny day with partly cloudy skies and grassy fields in the background.
Caldicot castle ruins with a rounded tower, arched windows, and a barred gate at the base, surrounded by green grass and trees.
A life-sized wooden sculpture of a standing bear in a forest setting with trees and green foliage in the background. There is a small informational sign on a post next to the sculpture.
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Jeff Hawkins being presented with a certificate of recognition by Adrian Jones, Regional Chairman

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING

Your chance to have a say

South Wales District Association

Croeso cynnes i chi i Dde Cymru

A warm welcome to you in South Wales

Relaxed camping, great locations, and friendly faces wherever you pitch up.

Members from all District Associations are always welcome to join us.

Camping with South Wales DA is about good company, shared laughs and making memories in great places.


Camping with South Wales DA at The Royal Welsh Showgrounds,Builth Wells
Photo: South Wales DA at The Royal Welsh Showgrounds, Builth Wells. Courtesy: Darren Williams

Camping with us is simple and relaxed


✔ You must be a Camping & Caravanning Club member

✔ Most meets are turn up – no booking required (unless stated)

✔ Fees vary by meet – check event details

✔ Stay for a night, or as long as the meet is running


Who we are

As a District Association of The Camping and Caravanning Club, our team of volunteers organises affordable weekend meets, Temporary Holiday Sites and themed events throughout the year, including Easter, Halloween and Christmas.

Whether you are looking for a peaceful countryside escape or a social weekend with fellow campers, there is always something to enjoy.

South Wales DA is run by a committee of volunteers who give their time to organise meets and keep the DA active for members to enjoy. The committee is appointed each year at our Annual General Meeting.

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How to join us on our meets

To join South Wales DA on any of our meets, you must be a member of The Camping and Caravanning Club.

If you are not yet a member, you can join online using the button below, or simply speak to the steward on arrival at one of our Temporary Holiday Sites, who will be happy to help.

We look forward to welcoming you.

Join The Camping & Caravanning Club today, and begin your next adventure with South Wales DA.


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Why Camp With South Wales DA?

  • Friendly community – new members and visitors are always welcome.

  • Great locations – camp in beautiful areas across South Wales and beyond.

  • Affordable camping – enjoy excellent value weekend meets and longer Temporary Holiday Sites.

  • Themed gatherings – join us for special meets throughout the year, including Easter, Halloween and Christmas.

  • Camp your way – come along for a weekend meet or stay longer at one of our Temporary Holiday Sites.

Come along to a meet and experience the friendly atmosphere of South Wales DA.

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Good to Know Before You Arrive

To help everyone enjoy their stay, please keep the following in mind when camping with South Wales DA.

  • Dogs are welcome, but must be kept on a lead (maximum 2m) on the camping field and any mess cleaned up.

  • Please drive slowly on site and follow any guidance from the steward when pitching.

  • Quiet time is after 11pm so everyone can enjoy a peaceful night.

  • Generators may only be used during the permitted hours shown on site notices.

  • Most meets provide basic facilities, so please come prepared to be self-sufficient.

If you are unsure about anything when you arrive, simply speak to the steward who will be happy to help.

Charlie, a very handsome Cavalier King Charles Spaniel standing on a grassy Field at a South Wales DA meet. In the background there are lots of people seated on deck chairs socialising.
Photo: Charlie – Assistant Webmaster

New to DA Camping? Discover our Meets

Unless a meet is specifically marked as a booked meet, you can usually just arrive on the day. Check in with the steward, show your membership cards (digital versions via the Siteseeker App are fine), pay your camping fee, follow any guidance on where to pitch, and then simply set up and enjoy your stay.

Weekend meets

These gatherings usually take place over a weekend, but may last for up to five nights. No matter which District Association is on your membership card, a warm welcome awaits you, however please do check our Facebook page or feel free to call us, in case we have limited availability.

A vertical flag banner displaying the South Wales DA Steward logo, featuring a red cartoon dragon holding a South Wales flag, set against a background of grass and parked vehicles.

Temporary Holiday Sites

These sites are always popular and offer something for everyone. We look forward to welcoming numerous members from various District Associations as well as from our own. The duration ranges from five to twenty-eight nights, allowing you to stay for any length of time within that period. To avoid disappointment, please do check our Facebook page or call us ahead of arrival, as some of our THSs fill up very quickly, especially on bank holiday weekends.

Themed Meets

These gatherings are always popular and often include organised entertainment, so you won’t want to miss out. As with all our meets, all members of The Camping and Caravanning Club are welcome to join us. Please note, some of these events are booked meets due to limited space.

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Booked Meets

Where a booked meet is indicated, be sure to reserve your spot quickly once the booking form is released, as pitch availability will be limited. Once filled, we’ll maintain a waiting list, but we cannot guarantee a pitch. For updates on booking form releases, please check our Facebook page.

Some meets require booking due to limited space. We aim to minimise booked meets wherever possible, as they create additional work for us. Please remember, we are all volunteers with full-time jobs.

Additional Information

Please be aware that DA Camping typically provides only essential facilities. You will often need to use your own sanitation and be self-sufficient for cooking, heating, and lighting.

Fresh drinking water and a toilet waste disposal point will always be available.

With the exception of booked meets, which must be paid for in advance, cash is our preferred method of payment as card facilities aren’t always available.

Useful Apps & Links

Find campsites and meets across the UK using the Siteseeker and Out & About apps.

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South Wales DA (South Wales District Association of The Camping and Caravanning Club)

South Wales DA (SWDA) is a District Association of the Cambrian & Wyvern Region of The Camping and Caravanning Club.

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