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Welcome to Gilfach Wen Barn

 

Gilfach Wen Barn (from the car park)
Gilfach Wen Barn from the car park

 

Cost-Effective Group Accommodation in Carmarthenshire,  South West Wales

Looking for spacious, affordable accommodation for a large group?
Gilfach Wen Barn offers exclusive-use, self-catering accommodation for up to 32 guests in the heart of South West Wales, surrounded by the stunning landscape of north Carmarthenshire, close to Brechfa Forest and Llanllwni Mountain.

Perfect for family gatherings, walking groups, cycling clubs, team retreats, and celebrations, this converted barn combines comfort, practicality, and a great location – all at a budget-friendly price.

Your Ideal Group Getaway Base

Gilfach Wen Barn is designed with group stays in mind. With 7 spacious bedrooms (containing between them 10 double and 12 single beds), there’s plenty of room to relax and enjoy each other’s company.

You’ll also find:

  • A large lounge with games area

  • A group dining room

  • A fully equipped kitchen perfect for self-catering

  • A drying room for outdoor gear

  • A covered BBQ area, fire pit, and fenced garden space for dogs

  • Optional camping space for extra guests

Whether you’re planning a weekend of adventure, a quiet retreat, or a special event, the barn has all the facilities your group needs.

Popular With All Kinds of Groups

Gilfach Wen Barn regularly welcomes:

  • Extended families on holiday

  • Walking and cycling groups exploring local trails

  • Horse riders accessing nearby bridleways and open access land.

  • Youth groups and church retreats

  • Skanda Vale pilgrims

  • Corporate team-building getaways

  • Stag and hen weekends

  • Groups of friends celebrating birthdays or enjoying a reunion.

You’ll enjoy the flexibility and privacy of a place that’s all yours – no shared spaces, no interruptions.

Explore South West Wales

Centrally located, Gilfach Wen Barn is an ideal base for discovering the best of South West Wales. Easy day trips include:

  • Brechfa Forest – mountain biking,  riding  and hiking paradise

  • Llanllwni Mountain – panoramic views,  with the right to roam for walkers and horse riders.

  • Brecon Beacons National Park

  • Pembrokeshire Coast and Ceredigion beaches

  • The Cambrian Mountains, Gower Peninsula, and much more

Whether you’re chasing adventure, culture, or coastlines, it’s all within reach.

Why Choose Gilfach Wen Barn?

✅ Exclusive use – your group, your space
✅ Affordable group accommodation
✅ Pet-friendly – fenced area for dogs
✅ Ideal for large and mixed-age groups
✅ Private, peaceful, and surrounded by nature

Ready to Book?

check availability and book your stay at Gilfach Wen Barn.

Early booking is recommended – especially for weekends and school holidays.

 

Planning a group holiday, retreat, or celebration in S W Wales and need local advice to make the most of your stay?

In developing the “To Do“ section of this website I have drawn on both the formal training available to tourism ambassadors and my voluntary work on sustainable and regenerative tourism projects,    to provide advice on places to visit and suggestions for activities. 

Alternatively if you are searching for specific advice, from a tourism ambassador for Carmarthenshire or the Brecon Beacons please reach out to me for help using the contact form.

 

The badge awarded to Carmarthenshire Tourism Ambassadors

I have completed both the bronze and silver level  tourism ambassador courses for Carmarthenshire.

The logo of the Cambrian Mountains InitiativeThe logo of Brechfa Forest and Llanllwni Mountain Tourism Cluster Association

Brechfa Forest and Llanllwni Mountain form the south western end of the Cambrian Mountain Range an Area of Astounding Natural Beauty.  I am chair of the tourism cluster group for Brechfa Forest and Llanllwni Mountain a group of volunteers who work together on projects to support a strong sustainable local economy linked to recreational use of our forest and mountain.

 

The badge awarded to a tourism ambassador for the Brecon Beacons.The logo for the Brecon Beacons Geopark

Gilfach Wen Barn is just outside the boundary of the Brecon Beacons National Park but falls within “the area of economic benefit”. I  was the trade representative for the bunkhouse industry on the forum for developing the sustainable tourism strategy for the BBNP.    I am a Tourism Ambassador for the Brecon Beacons National Park,   a Brecon Beacons Geopark Tourism Ambassador,  A Dark Skies Ambassador.   I am a Brecon Beacons Black Mountain Tourism Ambassador.   I am happy to provide advice on places to visit as part of your journey to or from Gilfach Wen as well as ideas for day trips during your stay.