- Camping with fishing
Campsites with fishing in Ainsdale Sand Dunes National Nature Reserve
97% (441) • 577 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds in Ainsdale Sand Dunes National Nature Reserve
Baystone Bank Farm Campsite
1. Baystone Bank Farm Campsite
96%
(160)
Millom, England · 37 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Lake District camping on a working farm with a stream to splash in, campfires encouraged and a horse-riding centre on the doorstep
Pets
Electrical hookup
Campfires
Moss Side Farm Campsite
2. Moss Side Farm Campsite
94%
(137)
Broughton In Furness, England · 25 units
Small-scale farm camping in the South Lakes, with campfires, wildlife and fine views
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Campfires
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Stanley Villa Farm Fishing& Camping
3. Stanley Villa Farm Fishing& Camping
94%
(63)
Preston, England · 22 units
Lakeside rural tranquility and the 'kiss-me-quick' fun of the seaside – you can have the best of both worlds at Stanley Villa Farm's cute camping pods
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Pentre Du Camping Club
4. Pentre Du Camping Club
96%
(81)
Colwyn Bay, Wales · 40 units
Simply good camping with campfires allowed near Colwyn Bay
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Plas yn Llangoed
5. Plas yn Llangoed
95%
(75)
Beaumaris, Wales · 15 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Camping pitches and bell tents on Anglesey Island with views across the Menai Strait to the mountains of Snowdonia
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Potable water
Oakwood Marina
6. Oakwood Marina
93%
(115)
Northwich, England · 26 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Canal-side camping with campfires, set in 30 acres of countryside and with an on-site tea rooms
Pets
Electrical hookup
Campfires
Dolwen Riverside Camping
7. Dolwen Riverside Camping
100%
(25)
Denbigh, Wales · 8 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Peaceful, riverside camping in North Wales
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Potable water
Picnic table
Stock Park Lakeside Camping
8. Stock Park Lakeside Camping
92%
(99)
Grizedale, England · 15 units
Lake District camping on the banks of Lake Windermere, with direct access to the water.
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Campfires
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Clwydian Glamping Pods and Campsite
9. Clwydian Glamping Pods and Campsite
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(7)
Ruthin, Wales · 7 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Pods and pitches in North Wales at the foot of the Clwydian range, with the entire site available for gatherings
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Campfires
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Maes Heddwch/Peaceful Field
10. Maes Heddwch/Peaceful Field
100%
(28)
Ruthin, Wales · 2 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Luxury Glamping or Meadow Camping at Maes Heddwch/Peaceful Field you can really get the 'away from it all feeling' on our small holding and wild flower meadow
'Over the Moon’/'Dros y Lleuad'. Our award winning luxury ensuite Shepherds Hut sleeps two adults in a comfy king-size double bed, is nestled in our enclosed orchard Visit all year round for weekends or longer stays.
In the summer you can book a whole 3 Acre camping meadow for yourselves and/or friends and family. Popular with friendship groups and extended families for holidays and special occasions you have 24 hour exclusive access to the shelter if the Hay Barn and it's facilities.
If you would like to be introduced to our sheep or hens please ask!
One of the things people love about staying here is the amazing views - including watching the moon rise over the mountains. The developing Clwydian dark sky region means there are great views of the night sky and sometimes northern lights.
You may just want to hang out and relax but there’s lots to do too!
There are lovely local forest and waterside walks, neolithic burial sites, a stone circle, Osprey, butterfly and (if you are lucky) red squirrel watching, a secret waterfall and river swimming, easy and challenging off road cycling options, access to water sports. Or if you want to use a car to help get up higher the Clwydian and Berwyn Mountains and Eryri (Snowdon) National Park are all within a half an hour drive.
If history and mooching is your thing we are just 5 miles from Ruthin - one of the oldest existing Tudor towns - boasting an historic gaol, a craft centre with regular exhibitions and a castle with a spa and peacocks.
Denbigh with its stunning castle, Corwen, Llangollen, Llyn Tegid (Bala) and the North Wales Coast are easy to reach by car. There are also options for days out using public transport including taking a steam train. Please ask - they aren't all known to Google!
The nearby village has a community run pub and shop with the Glan Llyn tafan offering food by local gastro company Sorbus. In fact there are loads of great little villages near by each with their own character and points of interest including great cafes, walks, Punjabi pub food, historic churches and sacred wells.
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Chilled Out Adult Only Glamping
11. Chilled Out Adult Only Glamping
100%
(34)
Mouldsworth, England · 5 units
Lakeside glamping on the edge of Delemere Forest and a 10-minute train ride from Chester
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Potable water
Logfire Holidays
12. Logfire Holidays
100%
(2)
Afonwen, Mold, Wales · 3 units
Emily Rose and Finch are set in our field garden, surrounded by farm land, high in the Clwydian range. Our hilltop setting affords far-reaching valley views and access to fabulous walks along Offa's Dyke from the doorstep. This is a perfect spot for nature lovers, star gazers and those wanting peace.
The North Wales countryside and coastlines are waiting to be explored - think castles and beaches. Snowdonia and Liverpool can be reached in under an hour so why not add city sights and adrenaline fuelled mountain adventures to your holiday activity list, then return to laze in a hammock, picnic under the apple trees, and enjoy evenings around the fire-pit.
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Hollow Oak Glamping
13. Hollow Oak Glamping
100%
(43)
Abergele, Wales · 2 units
Handcrafted huts on a working farm, 10 minutes from the coast and 30 minutes from Snowdonia National Park
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Tipsy Tree Glamping
14. Tipsy Tree Glamping
100%
(20)
Englesea Brook, England · 3 units
Quirky eco-friendly glamping ideal for a rural road-trip
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Greener Glamping
15. Greener Glamping
94%
(8)
Corwen, Wales · 2 units
An off-grid two-yurt glamping site in the Welsh Berwyn Mountains
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Snowdonia Glamping Holidays
16. Snowdonia Glamping Holidays
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(14)
Betws Y Coed, Wales · 1 unit
Hillside glamping in the Conwy Valley, in stylish glamping barns or a pair of luxury shepherd's huts with a wood-burning sauna.
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Campfires
Potable water
The Peacock Shepherds Hut
17. The Peacock Shepherds Hut
100%
(15)
Corwen, Wales · 1 unit
This newly opened Peacock Shepherds Hut is set on our 20 acre smallholding in beautiful North Wales. We have many animals..llamas, alpacas, sheep, goats. Peacocks and Guinea fowl wander freely on our land. Our guests are welcome to meet all of our creatures as well as relaxing in the peace and quiet here.
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Potable water
Copy House Hideaway
18. Copy House Hideaway
100%
(67)
Earby, England · 2 units
Luxury shepherd's huts with wood-fired hot tubs and an adjoining log cabin for extra space
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Llwyn Onn Glamping, North Wales.
19. Llwyn Onn Glamping, North Wales.
100%
(4)
Wales · 4 units
ADULTS ONLY SITE.
Welcome to our home Llwyn Onn (Ash Grove), where we offer Guest House and Glamping accommodation set in the beautiful North Wales countryside.
Llwyn Onn Glamping is located off the A5 close to the village of Rhydlydan, with the picturesque village of Betws-Y-Coed, eight miles away offering a range of walks, small shops and dining out options.
Our glamping pods and shepherd huts are sited in four distinct large areas separated by hedges, trees and surrounded by dry stone
Our four resident Alpacas, Yogi, Booboo, Ranger and Django love to meet our guests and our free roaming chickens provide us with a supply of fresh eggs.
Our setting in the rolling moors of the Hiraethog provides incredible views across the Snowdonia National Park to Snowdon and it's mountain range. Our site's proximity Corsydd Nug A Merddwr SSSI and our lake to the front of the house, means there is an abundance of wildlife which visits or calls Llywn Onn home.
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Balwen Shepherds Hut
20. Balwen Shepherds Hut
100%
(3)
Montgomery, Wales · 1 unit
Large shepherd’s hut ideal for families and friends to enjoy a beautiful corner of Wales. Fitted with everything for your convenience but also enough simplicity to connect with nature and the sounds of the countryside. Surrounded by fields you feel that you’ve disconnected from the chaos of society and can relax in tranquillity. There is private parking for around three cars next to the hut.
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Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Saul
2 weeks ago
3 nights at Greener Glamping
My yurt was absolutely beautiful, and the location is truly wonderful - properly off grid in the Welsh countryside, the only noise you can hear is the wind and the river! I walked for hours in the valley and didn't come across another soul, this is a great place to truly get into nature whilst still having home comforts. Would highly recommend!
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Farnaz
2 weeks ago
Tent
With pets
"I would highly recommend Pentre Du campsite. It was such a clean and lovely place, and I would like to thank the hosts – they were so kind and welcoming."
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Megan
2 weeks ago
Weekend Trip to Chilled Out Adult Only Glamping
Lovely location, beautiful and peaceful surrounding. Sarah was really helpful about the local area. The guide she has put together was really useful. Bed was super comfy, woke feeling rested and relaxed.
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Olivia
2 weeks ago
Tent
Group trip
A beautiful campsite in a very peaceful location! We had a lovely time here. The showers and toilets were very clean and the shower water was warm. The location is close to Beaumaris and Conwy for day trips but also nestled in a quiet area - with secret beaches and walks to explore. Em the owner was very friendly with a little cafe open in the morning - and lots of vegan options which is much appreciated!
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Nia
3 weeks ago
Tent
Great time had.
Large pitches with their own picnic bench.
Spotless facilities.
Great to have use of the communal fridge and freezer.
Friendly welcome by the owners.
Loved the chickens and new kitten roaming free ❤️
If you want more evening sun during your stay try and get a pitch on side nearer the parking area.
Would recommend as a safe, chilled out, family friendly site.
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Graham
3 weeks ago
Tent
With pets
Sue was lovely, made us feel at home straight away. Nice fields and plenty of space. Fire pits were a nice touch too.
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Crystal
3 weeks ago
Tent
With kids
The Baystone Bank campsite is one of our favorite camping sites so far! My little boy enjoyed seeing the farm animals and playing in the fields and looking for the fishes the stream. The amenities are not too far from the site and it’s clean. Happy, who is the camp warden, was very helpful and nice too! Will definitely come back in here and stay longer next time.
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Jonathan
3 weeks ago
Tent
With pets
Great relaxing place! Toilets were clean, the warden really friendly, everyone is usually respectful of the quiet times. The stream brings extra peace to the campsite. Dog friendly! Would come back.
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Courtney
July 2026
With pets
Absolutely beautiful scenery. The yurt is beautiful. The cows and goats are lovely! They come up to us watching us. The hot tub was fantastic! Would defo book again. Thanks Jane & Jim xxx
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Meaghan
July 2026
Tent
We had a wonderful weekend here, everything is clean, beautiful views, lovely little town nearby and friendly locals. Lots to do nearby and the hosts are very friendly and even lent us extra pegs.
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Chris
July 2026
Tent
With kids
Great little place to camp, amenities were great and close by, the kids loved it. This was our first ever camping trip and couldn't of asked for a better start and the hosts were fantastic.
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Michael
July 2026
Tent
With pets
Great facilities, great campsites that are spacious and have a campfire, stunning views, helpful and friendly site manager, and the highlight is the stream running down the middle of the site
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Ben
July 2026
Weekend Trip to Chilled Out Adult Only Glamping
Absolutely beautiful place to stay. So quiet, beautiful bell tents and facilities. Literally round the corner from a great pub and has the train station opposite into Chester which is also a magnificent city to visit. Extremely happy with my stay and the owners couldn’t do enough for us. Thank you for having us
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Chloe
July 2026
Tent
Absolutely loved this site, thank you so much Tom! Lake is easily accessible right from your tent, great views of the lake, hot showers, clean toilets & fresh water, with fire pits & fire wood available to rent. Saw lots of deer on the site when leaving which was a big highlight 😍 Gorgeous campsite! We loved it so much we stayed an extra night. Would highly recommend & will definitely return!!!
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Abhishek
July 2026
Tent
Group trip
I loved doing camping at Tom's park. He welcomed us and gave the pitch how we asked and no disturbances.
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Ellie
July 2026
1 night at Stanley Villa Farm Fishing& Camping
What an amazing site so peaceful, beautiful scenery and really cute animals.
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Ali
June 2026
Tent
This is a really nice campsite that was easy to find. The site is immaculate—as someone who’s quite particular about cleanliness, I was impressed by how well-maintained everything is. The facilities are top-notch: clean toilets, hot showers, and hot water throughout. We had such a great time here and would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a quality camping experience.
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Rach
June 2026
Tent
With kids
Another lovely stay. This site is also my go to for a quick get away with my daughter. Safe, quiet and clean with lovely views and hosts.
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Amanda
June 2026
Tent
Gorgeous, quiet campsite that is both far away enough and close enough to the busier parts of the Lake District! Louise is a wonderful host and her friendly farm animals were a sweet bonus to our stay.
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Jamie
June 2026
Tent
Myself and my partner stayed at the sight for 3 nights and the view of the lake from pur pitch was beautiful. And i think if we had parked anywhere it would have just been as good. Was busy on the saturday with other people but we stayed sunday night also when the sight was much quieter no issues at all either night. Tom was great we came straight after work on the friday meaning we got their quite late but told him in advance and was no issues! He even charged up our portable battery pack for us and was always to hand at a text message away. Shower and toilet facilities were just what you expected also and was a nice surprise to find hot showers! Also we loved how we could have our own fire, but saw plenty of other people buying the bags of logs provided and renting the firepits which was a nice touch! Would and will definitely be booking to come again!
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Where to go
Sefton Coast
Reaching from Crossens near Southport 21 miles down to Crosby on the edge of Merseyside, Sefton Coast is one of the UK’s most important sandy coastlines. The unbroken, gold-brown beachfront and epic dunes behind, containing 40% of the nationally rare dune slack habitat, make this area special—and it’s all linked by coastal trail. Camping on the coast is difficult, but small-scale campsites can be found just a short way from the water.
Leeds & Liverpool Canal
This fully navigable 127-mile waterway between Liverpool and Leeds pulls off engineering feats a-plenty—negotiating the steep contours of the Pennines, for example—but just as it provides excellent narrow-boating, walking, and cycling, the canal’s camping possibilities are also impressive. The canal loops to within seven miles east of Ainsdale Sands near Downholland—look out for farm glamping near Lathom for a sleep in a fully furnished bell tent.
Ribble Estuary
North of Crossens and about five miles northeast of Ainsdale Sand Dunes NNR, the sand merges into the marsh and mudflats of the Ribble Estuary, one of England’s largest saltmarshes. Over half the estuary is protected as an NNR, and its south side has the best camping. It’s a brilliant area for wildlife-watching, especially for wildfowl.
West Pennine Moors
A locally popular but nationally little-known chunk of stark moorland, the West Pennine Moors swoop east of Chorley, 25 miles east of Ainsdale Sand Dunes. The handiest parts of this outdoor playground are Anglezarke and Rivington Moors, where two long reservoirs divide the higher ground from the conurbation to the west. The region offers great contrasts with the Ainsdale area’s flat, sandy coastscape, as well as charming campsites with several hiking routes into the wilder terrain beyond.
