Activities at Llandegfedd Lake
Located near Pontypool in the scenic Usk Valley, Llandegfedd Lake is one of the best places for watersports in South Wales. The purpose-built Watersports Centre offers activities including paddleboarding, kayaking, open water swimming, sailing and fishing. Browse the experiences below to book your next outdoor activity in South Wales and enjoy the lake from the water!
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Llandegfedd Lake Activity Centre
Llandegfedd Reservoir,
Coed y Paen,
Pontypool,
Monmouthshire,
Wales, NP4 0SY
Llandegfedd Lake Activity Centre is located near Pontypool in South Wales, around 20 miles from Cardiff and less than 10 miles from Newport. The lake is easy to reach by car, with on-site parking available for visitors. With watersports sessions including paddleboarding, kayaking and open water swimming, along with scenic reservoir walks and a lakeside café, it’s a great destination for outdoor activities near Pontypool for families, friends and groups.
FAQs
Where is Llandegfedd Lake Activity Centre?
Llandegfedd Lake is located in the Usk Valley on the Monmouthshire/Torfaen border in South Wales. The activity centre sits near the village of Coed y Paen, just outside Pontypool, around 20 miles from Cardiff and less than 10 miles from Newport. It’s an easy day trip destination for visitors across South Wales.
Llandegfedd Lake Activity Centre
Llandegfedd Reservoir,
Coed y Paen,
Pontypool,
Monmouthshire,
Wales, NP4 0SY
How do I get to Llandegfedd Lake?
Llandegfedd lake is accessible by car and the postcode for satnav is NP4 0SY. The site is located near Pontypool and can be reached via New Inn and Sluvad Road. It’s around a 30-minute drive from Cardiff and about 20 minutes from Newport.
Is there parking at Llandegfedd Lake?
Yes, there is parking available on site. The Llandegfedd Lake visitor centre car parks are a short walk from the activity centre and lakeside café. Parking currently costs £3 per day, with the first hour free for short visits.
What activities can you do at Llandegfedd Lake?
Visitors can enjoy a wide range of outdoor activities including paddleboarding, kayaking, canoeing, open water swimming, fishing and sailing. The site also offers RYA powerboat courses, scenic walking routes and a lakeside café.
Can I bring my own kayak or paddleboard to Llandegfedd Lake?
Yes. Visitors who already own equipment can book Launch Your Own Kit sessions to access the lake safely with their own paddleboard, kayak or canoe.
What types of fish are in Llandegfedd Lake?
The reservoir is known for rainbow trout, brown trout, pike and coarse fish species such as roach and bream. Anglers can fish from the bank or from boats depending on the session booked.
Do I need a licence to fish at Llandegfedd Lake?
Yes. Anglers must purchase a fishing ticket or season pass to fish at Llandegfedd lake. Explore all fishing experiences at Llandegfedd Lake here >
Are dogs allowed at Llandegfedd Lake?
Dogs are welcome around the site and on walking trails but must be kept on a lead. Dogs are not allowed in the water or on hired watersports equipment.
Is there a café at Llandegfedd Lake?
Yes. The Lakeside Café offers fresh food, drinks and panoramic views across the reservoir. There is also a grab-and-go coffee shop for quick refreshments.
What are the best things to do in Pontypool outdoors?
One of the most popular outdoor attractions near Pontypool is Llandegfedd Lake, which offers watersports, fishing and scenic reservoir walks. Visitors can try activities like paddleboarding, kayaking and open water swimming, making it a great destination for an active day out in South Wales.
Where can you go paddleboarding near Pontypool?
Llandegfedd Lake is one of the best places for paddleboarding near Pontypool. The activity centre offers paddleboard hire, group paddleboarding sessions and beginner-friendly waters on the reservoir.
Where can I go kayaking near Pontypool?
For kayaking near Pontypool, Llandegfedd Lake offers kayak hire with options including single, double and triple kayaks. The calm waters make it ideal for beginners and families.
Is there open water swimming near Newport?
Yes. Llandegfedd Lake, located between Pontypool and Newport, hosts organised open water swimming sessions in a designated swimming area of the reservoir.
Where can you go open water swimming near Cardiff?
If you’re looking for open water swimming near Cardiff, Llandegfedd Lake is around a 30-minute drive away and hosts regular organised swimming sessions.
Where can I go fishing near Pontypool or Newport?
Llandegfedd Lake is a popular location for fishing near Pontypool and Newport, offering trout, pike and coarse fishing from the bank or from boats.
Where can I go fishing near Cardiff?
Llandegfedd Lake is a popular destination for freshwater fishing near Cardiff, with trout, pike and coarse species available throughout the fishing season.
What is there to do near Pontypool with kids?
Families visiting Pontypool often head to Llandegfedd Lake for outdoor activities like kayaking, paddleboarding and walking trails around the reservoir.
What lakes can you swim in near Pontypool?
Swimming is usually restricted in reservoirs, but Llandegfedd Lake allows swimming during organised open water swimming sessions in a designated area.