Dolgoch Hostel, Tregaron, Ceredigion, SY25 6NR

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Independent youth hostel in the Dolgoch

Come and experience the peace of this unique location in the remote Tywi valley. A stay in this 17th century farmhouse will take you into an era before electricity, with a log burner for heat. Dolgoch is a traditional simple hostel owned by the Elenydd Wilderness Trust. It has a self catering kitchen/dining room and 20 beds in 3 dormitories, solar powered showers and less able accommodation. Private rooms are available. The Lôn Las Cymru (Welsh National Cycle Route) and the Cambrian Way pass nearby and there are many other mountain tracks to explore on foot, by mountain bike or pony. The hostel is ideal for bird-watchers and lovers of solitude and is close to an old drovers' track which leads over the scenic Cambrian mountains for 5 miles to the equally remote and simple Ty'n Cornel Hostel. Why not stay a night in each hostel and follow in the treads of the old drovers?
Experience the peace of the remote Tywi Valley in an era before electricity at this 17th century farmhouse. Dolgoch is a traditional simple hostel owned by the Elenydd Wilderness Trust. It has hot showers, log burner, self-catering kitchen, dormitories & private rooms. The Lôn Las Cymru and the Cambrian Way pass nearby and there are many mountain tracks to explore. Ideal for bird-watchers and lovers of the solitude of the scenic Cambrian Mountains.
Come and experience the peace of this unique location in the remote Tywi valley. A stay in this 17th century farmhouse will take you into an era before electricity, with a log burner for heat. Dolgoch is a traditional simple hostel owned by the Elenydd Wilderness Trust. It has a self catering kitchen/dining room and 20 beds in 3 dormitories, solar powered showers and less able accommodation. Private rooms are available. The Lôn Las Cymru (Welsh National Cycle Route) and the Cambrian Way pass nearby and there are many other mountain tracks to explore on foot, by mountain bike or pony. The hostel is ideal for bird-watchers and lovers of solitude and is close to an old drovers' track which leads over the scenic Cambrian mountains for 5 miles to the equally remote and simple Ty'n Cornel Hostel. Why not stay a night in each hostel and follow in the treads of the old drovers?

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Details

  • Beds & Rooms:

    20: 3 rooms inc private rooms.

  • Open:

    All year. 24 hours. Reception 5pm -10pm, 8am -10am.

  • Price per night:

    £15 per adult, £7.50 (under 18). 4 bed room £55. 6 bed room £80. Whole hostel £250. Campers £10.

  • Booking:

    Booking information www.elenydd-hostels.co.uk or from Gillian Keen 01440 730 226

  • Directions:

    SN 806 562. From Tregaron take Mountain Road towards Llanwrtyd Wells. After about 10 miles in a valley and between the Ceredigion and Powys county road signs you will see the hostel sign on your right, just bedside the bridge over the river Tywi. The hostel is 1/2 mile south of the bridge, along an unsurfaced track.

  • Public Transport :

    Train to Aberystwyth, Carmarthen or Llanwrtyd Wells. Bus to Tregaron, 585,588,Lampeter/Aberystwyth; T1A Carmarthen/Lampeter/Aberystwyth. T21 (weekdays only) Tregaron/ Aberystwyth. T1C Cardiff/Carmarthen/Aberystwyth. T1, Carmarthen/Aberystwyth.

  • Walks :

    Long Distance Walkers AssociationLong Distance Walks Trans Euro Trail Cambrian Way
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This accommodation is available at the following peak times

Available October Half Term 2025 Available for Christmas 2025 Available New Year 2025 / 2026 Available May Day Bank Holiday 2026 Available Spring Bank Holiday or Half Term 2026

Facilities

aMixed dormitories
bSingle sex dormitories
cPrivate rooms
&Family rooms
rAccessibility features
dBedding provided
hSome areas heated
kSelf catering facilities
'Bike/equipment store (lockable)
jShowers
9Best Price Guarantee

r Accessibility Info

There is a separate comfortable annexe for visitors with disabilities with its own wood burning stove and a large wet room. Visitors with disabilities can access the common room and self-catering kitchen area via a wheelchair friendly pathway. ..Click for photos and more

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News & Offers from Dolgoch Hostel

Three Superb Wild Swimming Spots Near the Remote Dolgoch Hostel

July 11th 2025

Wolf’s Leap – The most renowned of the three, this deep pool lies about 4 miles from Dolgoch along the Abergwesyn road. It features a striking narrow rock channel that leads to a picturesque waterfall — perfect for adventurous swimmers. Wash Pool – Located 8 miles away on the road to Llanwrtyd, this is a spacious, open pool with a waterfall at one end, offering a refreshing and scenic swim. Nant y Ffrwd – Around 4 miles towards Tregaron, near the iconic red phone box, this hidden gem offers a tranquil pool fed by a charming waterfall, ideal for a quiet dip.

Nant y ffrwd wild swimming location in the cambrian mountains
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Half-Price Stays for Under 18s at Dolgoch Hostel!

July 5th 2025

Tucked away in the stunning Welsh wilderness, Dolgoch Hostel is your gateway to wild adventures — with beds from just £15 for adults and only £7.50 for under 18s. Escape the ordinary, explore the outdoors, and make memories for less!

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Dolgoch Hostel family holiday

July 13th 2017

Dolgoch has been owned and run by the Elenydd Hostels Trust since 2007 and in that time many improvements have been made; the gas lighting has been replaced by LED lighting powered by solar panels,  the new hot showers are similarly powered by solar panels. The roof was replaced and the track to the hostel from the road  was resurfaced. Self contained less able accommodation has been installed. Here is the story of Katy Cliffe’s family holiday at Dolgoch in May 2017.

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