February 2020

PEOPLE
where possible, we have chosen to work with
and support local businesses. We encourage our
guests to do the same.”
THE PROOF IS IN THE PUDDING
After test driving with groups of mountain bikers
and friends, the Roost launched. Feedback
from guests has been very positive with useful
suggestions. Guests are also asked to leave
reviews via the booking site and/or Google.
“We had a great stay at The Roost and can't
wait to return. The cabins are thoughtfully
designed and beds extremely comfortable. The
cabin was cosy and warm even in the January
weather,” said Chloe, Bristol. “A little gem nestled
in a Welsh hillside. Brand new shared facilities and
the kitchen! Best camping kitchen ever,” said Scott
from Preston who stayed in his campervan with
his son.
Having opened in October 2019, bookings are
looking positive for 2020 with most weekends in
quarter one already booked up.
THE FUTURE’S BRIGHT
With the Roost still a fledgling, there are plenty of
opportunities for it to fulfil its booking potential.
On site there are plans to install solar panels on the
facilities building and green roofs on the cabins.
There’s still some landscaping and planting to be
done and, with the opportunity to add more cabins
and the planning permission for the conversion
of Ash Villa and the garage into a bunkhouse, the
Roost has a great deal of future potential.
ADDRESS BOOK
Roost Merthyr Tydfil
Ash Road, Troedyrhiw
Merthyr Tydfil CF48 4HH
07484 697392
www.roostmerthyr.co.uk
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