- Ainsdale Sand Dunes National Nature Reserve
The best campsites in Ainsdale Sand Dunes National Nature Reserve with hot tub
99% (72) • 109 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Ainsdale Sand Dunes National Nature Reserve
Stanley Villa Farm Fishing& Camping
1. Stanley Villa Farm Fishing& Camping
96%
(60)
40 units · Glamping · Preston, Lancashire, North West England
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
Pets
Showers
Campfires
from
£60
/ night
RHC & Glamping
2. RHC & Glamping
100%
(7)
6 units · Glamping · Lancashire, North West England
Hi Hipcampers, We are a 15 acre site of hillsides and woodlands, with woodland paths a few beautiful ponds and a small river! We have fabulous views to of the hills to be enjoyed. Theres lots of wildlife here from deer to Canadian geese. We have some stone fire pits for our guests to use foc! We have a games room and lots of children swings and activities.
Pets
Showers
Campfires
from
£81
/ night
Cross Farm Retreat
3. Cross Farm Retreat
100%
(4)
4 units · Glamping · England
Cross Farm Retreat, is a glamping site set within lush, wild fields and picturesque gardens across 5 acres, offering beautiful views of the Pennine Hills and the iconic Stoodley Pike. Located 2 miles from Todmorden and just 4 miles from Hebden Bridge, both easily accessible via an idyllic stroll along the nearby Rochdale canal. Our glamping site offers a tranquil escape where you can re- connect with nature and embark on adventures along abundant walking and cycling trails, including the renowned Pennine Way and Gaddings Dam.
Cross Farm invites you to Retreat, Restore and Revive.
Pets
Showers
Campfires
from
£100
/ night
wildwood quarry retreat
4. wildwood quarry retreat
100%
(1)
2 units · Glamping · Wales
Quiet semi rural location close to the ancient township of Caerwys and within walking distance of Offas Dyke Path and local hillforts . Easily accessible off the A541 Mold-Denbigh road , 7 mins from J31 on A55 . A short 20-25 minute drive to the beach resorts of Talacre , Rhyl , Abergele and Prestatyn. The historic towns of Denbigh and Mold are only a 15 minute drive away as is Holywell and Flint . An ideal base to relax and unwind or if you wish to park up for the duration there is plenty of local walks from our gate to lakes and nature reserves in the area. On site you will have ensuite facilities in our luxurious Quarry Wagons with a covered outdoor veranda deck and an outdoor bath tub to relax and unwind under the dark skies. You will also have your own campfire and picnic area right outside and parking is provided adjacent to your unit . We have a secluded private hillside woodland with further areas to explore without even leaving the site . We are brand new for 2024 and will have 2 units onsite this year and plans in place for another 2 soon . In total we will have 4 camping pitches with direct connection for water , electric and lpg gas for all your heating cooking and bathing needs
Pets
Showers
Campfires
from
£153
/ night
Tipsy Tree Glamping
5. Tipsy Tree Glamping
100%
(17)
4 units · Glamping · Cheshire, North West England
Quirky eco-friendly glamping ideal for a rural road-trip
Pets
Showers
Campfires
from
£120
/ night
Copy House Hideaway
6. Copy House Hideaway
100%
(67)
2 units · Glamping · Lancashire, North West England
Luxury shepherd's huts with wood-fired hot tubs and an adjoining log cabin for extra space
Pets
Showers
Campfires
from
£146
/ night
Ty Famau Geo Lodges
7. Ty Famau Geo Lodges
98%
(24)
3 units · Glamping · Denbighshire, North Wales
Luxury geodesic domes with hot tubs in the Clwydian mountains of North Wales
Showers
Campfires
Potable water
from
£195
/ night
Castle Farm Holidays Shropshire
8. Castle Farm Holidays Shropshire
100%
(24)
5 units · Glamping · Shropshire, West Midlands
Tucked against the Welsh border, these cosy pods are perfectly positioned to explore Shropshire's rolling hills, castles and attractive villages
Pets
Showers
Campfires
from
£80
/ night
mark rowland
9. mark rowland
100%
(1)
1 unit · Glamping · Whitchurch, Shropshire, West Midlands
New Farm is situated in the heart of the rural Cheshire countryside. Set within 57 acres of farmland we have 3 delightful fishing lakes bursting with wildlife which is where our two glamping pods are positioned. You will see the cows grazing the land in the summer months and enjoy country walks through the field's.We are close to Oulton Park, canal walks in Bunbury, Beeston and Barbridge, Delamere Forest with lots of fun activities, Bolesworth Castle with many special events throughout the year, the local village of picturesque Bunbury, Tarporley full of boutique shops, cafe’s and restaurants, Snugburys ice cream, explore the historic city of Roman Chester, or shop at Cheshire Oaks Designer Outlet and there are so many more places to discover within this area.
Showers
Campfires
Wifi
from
£207
/ night
99% (72) • 109 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Ainsdale Sand Dunes National Nature Reserve
Stanley Villa Farm Fishing& Camping
1. Stanley Villa Farm Fishing& Camping
96%
(60)
40 units · Glamping · Preston, Lancashire, North West England
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
Pets
Showers
Campfires
from
£60
/ night
RHC & Glamping
2. RHC & Glamping
100%
(7)
6 units · Glamping · Lancashire, North West England
Hi Hipcampers, We are a 15 acre site of hillsides and woodlands, with woodland paths a few beautiful ponds and a small river! We have fabulous views to of the hills to be enjoyed. Theres lots of wildlife here from deer to Canadian geese. We have some stone fire pits for our guests to use foc! We have a games room and lots of children swings and activities.
Pets
Showers
Campfires
from
£81
/ night
Cross Farm Retreat
3. Cross Farm Retreat
100%
(4)
4 units · Glamping · England
Cross Farm Retreat, is a glamping site set within lush, wild fields and picturesque gardens across 5 acres, offering beautiful views of the Pennine Hills and the iconic Stoodley Pike. Located 2 miles from Todmorden and just 4 miles from Hebden Bridge, both easily accessible via an idyllic stroll along the nearby Rochdale canal. Our glamping site offers a tranquil escape where you can re- connect with nature and embark on adventures along abundant walking and cycling trails, including the renowned Pennine Way and Gaddings Dam.
Cross Farm invites you to Retreat, Restore and Revive.
Pets
Showers
Campfires
from
£100
/ night
wildwood quarry retreat
4. wildwood quarry retreat
100%
(1)
2 units · Glamping · Wales
Quiet semi rural location close to the ancient township of Caerwys and within walking distance of Offas Dyke Path and local hillforts . Easily accessible off the A541 Mold-Denbigh road , 7 mins from J31 on A55 . A short 20-25 minute drive to the beach resorts of Talacre , Rhyl , Abergele and Prestatyn. The historic towns of Denbigh and Mold are only a 15 minute drive away as is Holywell and Flint . An ideal base to relax and unwind or if you wish to park up for the duration there is plenty of local walks from our gate to lakes and nature reserves in the area. On site you will have ensuite facilities in our luxurious Quarry Wagons with a covered outdoor veranda deck and an outdoor bath tub to relax and unwind under the dark skies. You will also have your own campfire and picnic area right outside and parking is provided adjacent to your unit . We have a secluded private hillside woodland with further areas to explore without even leaving the site . We are brand new for 2024 and will have 2 units onsite this year and plans in place for another 2 soon . In total we will have 4 camping pitches with direct connection for water , electric and lpg gas for all your heating cooking and bathing needs
Pets
Showers
Campfires
from
£153
/ night
Tipsy Tree Glamping
5. Tipsy Tree Glamping
100%
(17)
4 units · Glamping · Cheshire, North West England
Quirky eco-friendly glamping ideal for a rural road-trip
Pets
Showers
Campfires
from
£120
/ night
Copy House Hideaway
6. Copy House Hideaway
100%
(67)
2 units · Glamping · Lancashire, North West England
Luxury shepherd's huts with wood-fired hot tubs and an adjoining log cabin for extra space
Pets
Showers
Campfires
from
£146
/ night
Ty Famau Geo Lodges
7. Ty Famau Geo Lodges
98%
(24)
3 units · Glamping · Denbighshire, North Wales
Luxury geodesic domes with hot tubs in the Clwydian mountains of North Wales
Showers
Campfires
Potable water
from
£195
/ night
Castle Farm Holidays Shropshire
8. Castle Farm Holidays Shropshire
100%
(24)
5 units · Glamping · Shropshire, West Midlands
Tucked against the Welsh border, these cosy pods are perfectly positioned to explore Shropshire's rolling hills, castles and attractive villages
Pets
Showers
Campfires
from
£80
/ night
mark rowland
9. mark rowland
100%
(1)
1 unit · Glamping · Whitchurch, Shropshire, West Midlands
New Farm is situated in the heart of the rural Cheshire countryside. Set within 57 acres of farmland we have 3 delightful fishing lakes bursting with wildlife which is where our two glamping pods are positioned. You will see the cows grazing the land in the summer months and enjoy country walks through the field's.We are close to Oulton Park, canal walks in Bunbury, Beeston and Barbridge, Delamere Forest with lots of fun activities, Bolesworth Castle with many special events throughout the year, the local village of picturesque Bunbury, Tarporley full of boutique shops, cafe’s and restaurants, Snugburys ice cream, explore the historic city of Roman Chester, or shop at Cheshire Oaks Designer Outlet and there are so many more places to discover within this area.
Showers
Campfires
Wifi
from
£207
/ night
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Amanda
August 2025
With pets
We loved our stay in the yurt. The hot tub was great and we loved being able to watch the cows while sitting in the sun. Really peaceful location with everything you need for a relaxing stay.
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Vitalija
June 2025
Weekend Trip to Copy House Hideaway
We loved our stay at Bracken Hut! Very clean and hospitable - we really felt that we were welcomed there. Also it was such a quiet place with an amazing views.
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Matt
June 2025
3 nights at wildwood quarry retreat
We stayed in the Oak cabin. Both cabins are pretty identical. Absolutely fantastic stay with an amazing location and stunning views. Unfortunately we didn't have the best weather but that was ok because we had all the facilities we needed to cook, clean and relax.
Super easy access to nearby towns if wanting to venture off to find stuff to do.
The outdoor bath was a really nice touch as well. Felt so relived and stress free not having to think about the daily grind for a few nights.
Couldn't recommend Wildwood Quarry Retreat enough!!
Thanks a lot Colin. :)
Matt
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The best campsites in Ainsdale Sand Dunes National Nature Reserve with hot tub guide
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.