Summer at Llanthony - Basic Camping Weekend
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Three nights camping with OutdoorLads
Please note that this is a very basic campsite. Beautiful, but basic!
Llanthony is located in the Vale of Ewyas and our secluded camping field is located right next to the Afon Honddu (River Honddu for those that don't speak Welsh) and just over the road from the Priory. This is a great little campsite, although basic. There is a toilet, but there are no showers.
The campsite has a small cafe that serves breakfast and both the Priory and Half Moon public house are only a few minutes walk from the campsite and serve meals so if you don't have all the camping gear to cook for yourself that's no problem.
There is no mobile reception in the valley so this is a great chance to put your phone down, relax and spend a chilled weekend with us!
On the Saturday and Sunday we will be organising a day walk leaving from the campsite (These do involve quite big climbs to the surrounding summits weather permitting) but if you would rather do your own thing there are plenty of other walks in the immediate area, or if you wanted to try something different then how about a day pony trekking (You will need to book this directly yourself)
Dogs: Dogs are welcome on the campsite but you will be expected to be considerate of other campers and clear up behind them. There are chickens, ducks and guinea fowl roaming loose on the site and there will be sheep in adjacent fields so please take this into account if you are thinking of bringing your dog, which will need to be on a lead at all times when on the site.
Campervans, Motorhomes, Caravans: This event is suitable for tents only.
Campfires & BBQ's: This event will include a campfire/BBQ at the site. Whilst our event leaders will take safety precautions there is still a risk to members. Please consider your behaviour around the campfire for your own and others safety.
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Photos: Taken by Peter Lyth and James Couldry and used by OutdoorLads with permission. Thanks Peter and James!
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What to bring
THIS IS A VERY BASIC CAMPSITE. THE ONLY FACILITIES AVAILABLE TO US WILL BE A FRESH WATER SUPPLY AND A TOILET. WE WILL BE SETTING UP A PRIVACY SCREEN AND SHOWER BUT IF YOU WANT ANYTHING OTHER THAN A COLD SHOWER YOU WILL NEED TO ADD YOUR OWN HOT WATER TO THE TANK
Fires and BBQ's are permitted on the site in the designated area (If you have some spare firewood for the fire please bring it along)
This list is not exclusive and if your a regular camper I am sure you will have your own list, if not:
Tent: A tent if of course essential when sleeping out in the open (It is the UK it could well rain). It's recommended that you have pitched your tent before, and have all parts of it, such as poles and pegs.
Sleeping Bag: You are going to want this keep warm at night
Sleeping Matt/Cott: The ground is hard and you'll get a much better nights sleep if you have something between your sleeping bag and the groundsheet.
Pillow: Whilst you could roll-up your spare clothes and use these as a pillow since your unlikely to be carrying your kit far to this camp I would bring one with you.
Food and Drink: See section below, you will need to cater for yourself through out the weekend so plan ahead. There are no shops in Llanthony. If the weather is bad you will want a hot meal and likely hot drinks (Tea/Coffee/Hot Chocolate)
Camp Stove: Depending on your catering plans for the weekend you may be satisfied with a simple single gas burner/Trangia, or you may need something bigger. Don't forget about the members discounts at Cotswold Outdoors who will be happy to assist you if you don't have something suitable. Don't forget your stove will need fuel.
Lighter/Matches: You will need some way to light the stove.
Torch/Lantern: You'll find it much easier to get in your sleeping bag at night if you can see where you are going. Check the batteries whilst you are at home or bring spare ones.
Pee Bottle: If like me you hate getting out of your tent in the middle of the night when its cold this is a must, just remember to empty it in the morning.
Water: Whilst fresh water will be available at the campsite you probably won't want to have to keep going back and forth to the tap so will want a suitable container and don't forget if you are going on the day walk to pack your water bottle or hydration bladder
Utensils/Pots & Pans: Again your needs will vary on what you are planning to eat but you will want as a minimum a Mug, Knife, Fork and Spoon.
Towels: Your going to want one for yourself, perhaps a separate one for your cooking equipment and maybe a spare
Wash-kit: You probably don't want to go all weekend without brushing your teeth, and most of us will appreciate at least a squirt of deodorant. Don't forget there is no showers available at this campsite so you will probably want a flannel to reach those more difficult places with some hot soapy water.
Medicines: if you have hay fever, diabetes, minor ailments etc.
Waterproof bags: keep spare clothing, electronics and anything else dry even when your rucksack or tent leaks by using Ziploc type food bags or, better still, outdoor activity waterproof bags
Folding/Camping Chair: Everyone likes to sit around the camp fire in the evening and this is much more comfortable than a log.
Day Rucksack: (Day Walk) typically 20-30 litres, they are comfortable to wear and allow you to use your arms freely
Boots: (Day Walk) waterproof and breathable hiking boots with good ankle support
Change of Footwear: If you've been in boots all day you will want something else to wear around the campsite and if we go to the pub.
Socks: proper walking socks will keep your feet dry and help prevent blisters you'll want one pair for each day you're walking, and a spare pair. You'll also want some other socks for around the campsite/evening wear. TOP TIP: Put clean socks on before getting into your sleeping bag if you are going to wear them at night. Any moisture in your socks will condensate in the colder temperature at night and its not comfortable.
Underwear: Unless you go commando you will probably want one pair per day and a spare pair.
Layered clothing: lets you quickly adapt to changes in the weather and body temperature. Go for a base layer (vest or t-shirt) and a mid layer (a micro fleece or shirt) and in cooler weather add an outer layer (a windproof jacket or thick fleece). You'll probably want a couple of items for each layer so that you have a good change of clothes.
Trousers: Whilst on the day walk you really do not want jeans as they become heavy and cold in the rain, breathable fabrics are more comfortable and dry and on warm days shorts are OK. Again a couple of pairs is sensible.
Waterproof jacket: essential when hiking in all but the calmest of weather, breathable fabrics are more comfortable and dry.
Day Rucksack: (Day Walk) typically 20-30 litres, they are comfortable to wear and allow you to use your arms freely
Walking Poles: (Day Walk) always optional, love them or hate them, but give them a try and decide for yourself
Hat or cap: stay warm in winter and shaded in summer
Sunglasses: for any sunny day, even in winter
Sun cream: can be useful even on cloudy and winter days
Bin Bags: If the weather doesn't hold and you have to take a wet tent home (hopefully just the tent gets wet) then a couple of extra bin liners can be a great addition to your kit
Snacks: (Day Walk) bring biscuits, energy bars, gels, bananas, chocolate or dried fruit for example and put them somewhere easy to get hold of
Map and compass: (Day Walk) The walk leader will have these, but if you like map reading or want to develop your skills, bring yours along
Mobile Phone: keep it in a waterproof bag for use in emergencies, and a spare battery/charger is a good idea or a power brick. There is unlikely to be any phone signal in the valley but you will get it on the top of the mountains during the day walk.
Cash: To repeat last time we visited the Priory and Half Moon neither of them could accept card payments so this is strongly recommended.
If you've read this list and think of something I have forgotten that everyone will benefit from let me know and I can add it.
Food & drink
You'll need to ensure you have sufficient food for the weekend and a method to cook it if necessary.
Whilst the Priory and Half Moon are options for the evening meals (hopefully) and there is a small cafe on the campsite they can be very popular and it may be worth booking in advance if this is your preference. And don't forget something for your packed lunch on Saturday/Sunday if you are doing anything offsite..
On past occasions when we have visited the Priory/Half Moon they were both having issues accepting card payments as such old fashioned cash is recommended.
You will also want to bring any alcoholic drinks that you may want to drink around the camp fire in the evenings as I am not sure either the Abbey or Half Moon will be able to serve to go.