March 2024 by Matthew Dale
Can't fault the location of this campsite, right next to the Beacons Way and Cambrian Way, and with the pub just across the road of course!The camping field is set back from the road next to a river which gives it a peaceful atmosphere.The landlord was friendly and, although his chef was unexpectedly not there when we stayed, he was able to get some food sorted for us which was appreciated after a long hike!The only issue was that the shower wasn't working (apparently the pipes have repeatedly frozen in the winter) and if that was resolved it'd be a perfect place in my opinion.
November 2023 by David Williams
Had another great night with the brilliant crowd @ the Tafarn-y-Garreg last night, thanks to Andy and Caroline for making it so.PS Demitry was great with his DJ-ing and of course karaoke.Food & drinks: It's just excellent, with a touch of Greece about it
October 2023 by Peter Harvey
Great location and good pub.
October 2023 by Shaun W
Stayed in the campsite next to a running stream, very basic campsite but lovely because of that. Amazing scenery, loved it, we were on motorbikes and no issues whatsoever. Nice few pints and some food for the evening in the pub, friendly staff and a nice bite to eat. Would definitely return.
September 2023 by Fiansen
I don?t usually write reviews, but if I?d been warned about the racist landlords, I wouldn?t have visited. Came in here the first weekend of September as was camping nearby. I had originally planned to camp at Tafarn y Garag - thank goodness that didn?t work out. Andy, the owner, was at first very friendly. He came over to me and my boyfriend and spoke to us about things to do nearby. The other locals also were friendly, asking us where we were from etc. We were sat at a table next to some locals and the landlord. At one point, one of the group said about it being an ?Indian summer?, to which the landlord replied: ?no, it?s going to be a p*ki summer.? About 10 minutes later, when the landlord had gone into the pub, I went in and told him how what he had said made me feel uncomfortable because 1. I have no time for racism and 2. I am part Asian myself and my dad suffered racist abuse growing up in the UK. Andy spouted the usual stuff you hear from a racist - he has Asian friends so it?s ok, he didn?t mean it like that etc etc. It wasn?t a heated conversation, but it was extremely difficult speaking to someone so ignorant. Andy?s partner (who is white) had been lurking and came over and started saying how even though they get called ?honkytonks? they?re not allowed to get annoyed about it. I almost laughed - I find it hard to believe that in the UK, let alone the very white Brecon Beacons, anybody gets called that. Also, racism 101 - white people haven?t quite got the same history when it comes to racism. Anyway, I was trying to explain racism, what it is, why it?s bad (like you would to a young child, not a conversation you expect to have with middle aged pub owners) and that?s when the n word started being thrown around. Andy was saying how he calls his black friends the n word and how they call him it. Andy?s partner was also using the word and I had to ask them to stop. Andy?s delightful partner the went on to say that back in her day you could call anyone anything you wanted. Lovely. Sounds to me like she thought she could call people what she wanted and didn?t care how much it hurt them. Eventually, she stood between me and Andy and said this isn?t going anywhere. I?d had enough, so me and my boyfriend swiftly left and went down to the Gwyn Arms - where we spoke to the landlord who was lovey and we didn?t hear any racism - hurrah! There are so many nice pubs around this area where you hopefully won?t have to experience things like this - save yourself the frustrating conversations about why we shouldn?t use slurs / outright racist language, walk 6 mins down the road to the Gwyn Arms and have a drink in the nice garden. Tafarn y Garag is the worst pub I?ve been to and ran by the vilest, most ignorant landlords I?ve ever come across.
September 2023 by Lisa Challoner
Lovely little pub with an open fire. Let us sit inside when it was originally all shut down as we'd been trekking all day and the pint was amazing after walking 8miles in 28c heat!
August 2023 by ian pople
Walked to the pub with two very noisy sausage dogs. Asked if they could come in so I could order a pint, answer yes no problem. Ordered pint dogs doing woof woof woof. I said I'll go outside, answer it's OK you don't need to, brilliant pub. I went out side under aa huge brollie. 5 star service.
August 2023 by Ryan Higman
Beautiful location in a lovely secluded place surrounded by gorgeous wilderness. Owners are fantastic and sure know how to make you and your party feel welcome. Will defo be returning
July 2023 by Miguel S
An absolute belter of a pub with the most friendly owners, they made us feel very welcome and got us very drunk The camp site was lovely situated next to a stream that runs along the most breathtaking scenery iv ever seen 100% returning withmy friends the glizzy gang shall return!!!
June 2023 by Chloe Carter
This was my first ever experience solo camping with my dog. I was anxious as a female camper that I wouldn?t feel safe. I couldn?t have picked a better campsite, the lady at the pub was very friendly and told me where to park and that I could pitch anywhere. I was lucky enough to get a spot right next to the river. I felt very safe, everyone was friendly and there was no noise after curfew! I actually preferred the toilet being in the pub as it was much cleaner, I will definitely be back to stay longer!
June 2023 by Chris Gledhill
Popular place with walking groups and clientele from the two neighbouring campsites. They?ve got WiFi here which is a bonus as there is zero phone reception on the valley. One local ale on tap. Friendly staff. Basic but decent food. Clean toilet. Nice beer garden.
June 2023 by Kieran W
An absolute poor excuse for food. For the extortionate price of £13 I got these ?lamb poor chops? they were dry and over cooked and barely edible. The woman behind the bar didn?t seem to care too much. Definitely will not be coming back
May 2023 by Luke
Not a pub in my opinion, has more of a home vibe with a bar attached. Great if you want an Amstel or Heineken (no Heineken when we got there) after a long hike but I?d expect a pub to have some decent ales. Glasses were chilled which was good but both dirty with what looked like rust on the bottom. An unusual place, has the potential to be an absolutely gem of a pub in a prime location
November 2022 by Wadesadventures53
Amazing location, amazing pub, fantastic hosts and friendly locals. Simple and basic camping facilities and with some of the most picturesque walks in the UK we will most Deffinately be going back
November 2022 by Chris
Lovely. Stopped for a bite to eat and found a warm welcome by the fire for ourselves and the dog. Lovely food, good selection of drinks.
