- Forest Camping
Woodland camping near Manchester
98% (247) • 202 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Manchester
Gollin Farm Shepherds Hut
1. Gollin Farm Shepherds Hut
100%
(16)
36km from Manchester · 3 units
Cosy and romantic shepherd's hut glamping in the heart, and at the highest heights, of the Peak District National Park
Showers
Campfires
Wifi
from
£125
/ night
Trawden Forest Glamping
2. Trawden Forest Glamping
100%
(13)
41km from Manchester · 3 units
Grown-up pod glamping on a woodland site in Lancashire
Showers
Campfires
Potable water
from
£80
/ night
Chilled Out Adult Only Glamping
3. Chilled Out Adult Only Glamping
100%
(32)
44km from Manchester · 8 units
Lakeside glamping on the edge of Delemere Forest and a 10-minute train ride from Chester
Showers
Campfires
Potable water
from
£96
/ night
Woodsworth Exploring
4. Woodsworth Exploring
98%
(68)
45km from Manchester · 12 units
Nearly wild woodland camping in West Yorkshire’s Bronte country
Pets
Campfires
Potable water
from
£30
/ night
Copy House Hideaway
5. Copy House Hideaway
100%
(67)
48km from Manchester · 2 units
Luxury shepherd's huts with wood-fired hot tubs and an adjoining log cabin for extra space
Pets
Showers
Campfires
from
£146
/ night
Peak Pods
6. Peak Pods
100%
(43)
49km from Manchester · 4 units
Family-sized en suite glamping pods in the Peak District
Showers
Campfires
Wifi
from
£97
/ night
Intake Farm
7. Intake Farm
98%
(64)
49km from Manchester · 7 units · Tents, Glamping
Quirky glamping and nearly wild camping on a farm in Staffordshire
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from
£15
/ night
Secret Wood Glamping
8. Secret Wood Glamping
95%
(21)
50km from Manchester · 10 units · Tents, Glamping
A private woodland and stream all to yourself, with one spacious bell tent and a hot tub beneath the stars
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from
£18
/ night
Breaks Fold Farm Glamping & Camping
9. Breaks Fold Farm Glamping & Camping
98%
(61)
67km from Manchester · 10 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Camping in Nidderdale with excellent facilities, dogs and campfires welcome, and views over Thruscross Reservoir.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Campfires
from
£12
/ night
Tree Tops and Train Tracks
10. Tree Tops and Train Tracks
100%
(17)
74km from Manchester · 12 units · Tents, Glamping
Woodland camping on the edge of the Clwydian Range in North Wales
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from
£25
/ night
The White Lodge
11. The White Lodge
90%
(55)
76km from Manchester · 5 units · Tents, Motorhomes
A traditional campsite close to Staffordshire’s canals, river, and stately homes.
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from
£18
/ night
Chase Camping
12. Chase Camping
97%
(59)
82km from Manchester · 67 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Tent camping and bell tents for hire on a family farm within easy walking distance of Cannock Chase Forest
Pets
Showers
Potable water
from
£28
/ night
Tackeroo Campsite
13. Tackeroo Campsite
96%
(69)
82km from Manchester · 54 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Basic pitches (without toilet facilities) in Forestry Commission-owned woods beside a renowned mountain biking trail
Pets
Potable water
Picnic table
from
£17
/ night
Ty Famau Geo Lodges
14. Ty Famau Geo Lodges
98%
(24)
84km from Manchester · 3 units
Luxury geodesic domes with hot tubs in the Clwydian mountains of North Wales
Showers
Campfires
Hot Tub
from
£195
/ night
Over-the-Moon Luxury Shepherds Hut
15. Over-the-Moon Luxury Shepherds Hut
100%
(27)
90km from Manchester · 2 units
A shepherd’s hut on a smallholding in rural north Wales
Pets
Showers
Campfires
from
£86
/ night
Worfe Camping
16. Worfe Camping
100%
(50)
96km from Manchester · 7 units · Tents, Motorhomes
A riverside meadow with just six pitches for tents and campervans, each with its own toilet, shower and fire pit – and an unlimited supply of logs
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from
£58
/ night
Hollow Oak Glamping
17. Hollow Oak Glamping
100%
(42)
96km from Manchester · 2 units
Handcrafted huts on a working farm, 10 minutes from the coast and 30 minutes from Snowdonia National Park
Showers
Campfires
Wifi
from
£123
/ night
Tipis at Ponty, Greener Camping
18. Tipis at Ponty, Greener Camping
100%
(57)
100km from Manchester · 11 units · Tents, Glamping
Adults-only, dog-friendly camping and glamping on the Powys and Shropshire borders.
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from
£20
/ night
Woodman's Huts
19. Woodman's Huts
99%
(58)
101km from Manchester · 3 units
Beautiful handmade shepherd's huts in the heart of the picturesque South Lakes
Pets
Showers
Campfires
from
£135
/ night
Fire and Stars Woodland Camping
20. Fire and Stars Woodland Camping
100%
(49)
101km from Manchester · 5 units
Wild camping in the woods with campfires, starry skies and a pub just across the road
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from
£49
/ night
98% (247) • 202 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Manchester
Gollin Farm Shepherds Hut
1. Gollin Farm Shepherds Hut
100%
(16)
36km from Manchester · 3 units
Cosy and romantic shepherd's hut glamping in the heart, and at the highest heights, of the Peak District National Park
Showers
Campfires
Wifi
from
£125
/ night
Trawden Forest Glamping
2. Trawden Forest Glamping
100%
(13)
41km from Manchester · 3 units
Grown-up pod glamping on a woodland site in Lancashire
Showers
Campfires
Potable water
from
£80
/ night
Chilled Out Adult Only Glamping
3. Chilled Out Adult Only Glamping
100%
(32)
44km from Manchester · 8 units
Lakeside glamping on the edge of Delemere Forest and a 10-minute train ride from Chester
Showers
Campfires
Potable water
from
£96
/ night
Woodsworth Exploring
4. Woodsworth Exploring
98%
(68)
45km from Manchester · 12 units
Nearly wild woodland camping in West Yorkshire’s Bronte country
Pets
Campfires
Potable water
from
£30
/ night
Copy House Hideaway
5. Copy House Hideaway
100%
(67)
48km from Manchester · 2 units
Luxury shepherd's huts with wood-fired hot tubs and an adjoining log cabin for extra space
Pets
Showers
Campfires
from
£146
/ night
Peak Pods
6. Peak Pods
100%
(43)
49km from Manchester · 4 units
Family-sized en suite glamping pods in the Peak District
Showers
Campfires
Wifi
from
£97
/ night
Intake Farm
7. Intake Farm
98%
(64)
49km from Manchester · 7 units · Tents, Glamping
Quirky glamping and nearly wild camping on a farm in Staffordshire
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from
£15
/ night
Secret Wood Glamping
8. Secret Wood Glamping
95%
(21)
50km from Manchester · 10 units · Tents, Glamping
A private woodland and stream all to yourself, with one spacious bell tent and a hot tub beneath the stars
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from
£18
/ night
Breaks Fold Farm Glamping & Camping
9. Breaks Fold Farm Glamping & Camping
98%
(61)
67km from Manchester · 10 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Camping in Nidderdale with excellent facilities, dogs and campfires welcome, and views over Thruscross Reservoir.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Campfires
from
£12
/ night
Tree Tops and Train Tracks
10. Tree Tops and Train Tracks
100%
(17)
74km from Manchester · 12 units · Tents, Glamping
Woodland camping on the edge of the Clwydian Range in North Wales
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from
£25
/ night
The White Lodge
11. The White Lodge
90%
(55)
76km from Manchester · 5 units · Tents, Motorhomes
A traditional campsite close to Staffordshire’s canals, river, and stately homes.
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from
£18
/ night
Chase Camping
12. Chase Camping
97%
(59)
82km from Manchester · 67 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Tent camping and bell tents for hire on a family farm within easy walking distance of Cannock Chase Forest
Pets
Showers
Potable water
from
£28
/ night
Tackeroo Campsite
13. Tackeroo Campsite
96%
(69)
82km from Manchester · 54 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Basic pitches (without toilet facilities) in Forestry Commission-owned woods beside a renowned mountain biking trail
Pets
Potable water
Picnic table
from
£17
/ night
Ty Famau Geo Lodges
14. Ty Famau Geo Lodges
98%
(24)
84km from Manchester · 3 units
Luxury geodesic domes with hot tubs in the Clwydian mountains of North Wales
Showers
Campfires
Hot Tub
from
£195
/ night
Over-the-Moon Luxury Shepherds Hut
15. Over-the-Moon Luxury Shepherds Hut
100%
(27)
90km from Manchester · 2 units
A shepherd’s hut on a smallholding in rural north Wales
Pets
Showers
Campfires
from
£86
/ night
Worfe Camping
16. Worfe Camping
100%
(50)
96km from Manchester · 7 units · Tents, Motorhomes
A riverside meadow with just six pitches for tents and campervans, each with its own toilet, shower and fire pit – and an unlimited supply of logs
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from
£58
/ night
Hollow Oak Glamping
17. Hollow Oak Glamping
100%
(42)
96km from Manchester · 2 units
Handcrafted huts on a working farm, 10 minutes from the coast and 30 minutes from Snowdonia National Park
Showers
Campfires
Wifi
from
£123
/ night
Tipis at Ponty, Greener Camping
18. Tipis at Ponty, Greener Camping
100%
(57)
100km from Manchester · 11 units · Tents, Glamping
Adults-only, dog-friendly camping and glamping on the Powys and Shropshire borders.
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from
£20
/ night
Woodman's Huts
19. Woodman's Huts
99%
(58)
101km from Manchester · 3 units
Beautiful handmade shepherd's huts in the heart of the picturesque South Lakes
Pets
Showers
Campfires
from
£135
/ night
Fire and Stars Woodland Camping
20. Fire and Stars Woodland Camping
100%
(49)
101km from Manchester · 5 units
Wild camping in the woods with campfires, starry skies and a pub just across the road
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from
£49
/ night
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Jourdan
2 weeks ago
With pets
We had the most wonderful stay at this gorgeous shepherds hut. Everything about our visit was just perfect. The setting was so peaceful and private and dreamy, such a beautiful little escape to relax and switch off. The hut itself was cosy, spotless, and had everything we could possibly need, you can really tell how much care and thought has gone into it. The hosts were incredibly kind, welcoming, and attentive, which made the whole experience feel even more special. Honestly, there is nothing we would change. We left feeling so happy and refreshed and would absolutely love to come back again. Could not recommend it more 💖
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Lisa
3 weeks ago
Tent
Lovely site, friendly staff, excellent toilet and water facilities. Will be back in the summer.
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Jessica
February 2026
4 m Class B
With pets
Would definitely stay again. Quiet and great walks
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Emma
January 2026
Tent
We booked super last minute with a tentbox - had a great peaceful night - surprise snow in the morning too! Didn’t get to explore the site much due to it being a quick stop over but it looked nice, lots of people cycling and running - the only thing that would of made it better would of been a toilet - but if you’re in a camper this is a great spot!
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David
January 2026
3 nights at Over-the-Moon Luxury Shepherds Hut
Beautiful location, great for walking.
Hut was immaculate, cosy & had everything we needed.
Great communication prior to our arrival.
Highly recommend
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Yadman
January 2026
2 nights at Peak Pods
We had a lovely stay. The pod was cozy, well-organized, and perfect for a relaxing getaway. We would happily recommend it to friends.
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Ujjwal
December 2025
Tent
The owner was very polite and welcoming… he showed me around … the campsite is good if you want to spend 1 or 2 nights close to nature… there is play area for kids as well …my overall experience was good … defined recommend it is your first camping trip like me…
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Charna
October 2025
Weekend Trip to Over-the-Moon Luxury Shepherds Hut
This is the second time I have been to Over The Moon and it was just as gorgeous as the first. Peaceful escape from the city, and Ruth is a lovely host 🙂 thankyou again for having us, I'm sure we will be back for a third visit ❤️
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Duco
September 2025
2 nights at Peak Pods
The pod was nice, clean, and well-maintained, and although four pods were located in a row, it felt very private, largely due to large open field in front. Excellent location to visit Haddon Hall, less than 5 min drive.
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Ian
September 2025
Tent
Really well laid out site. Quite steep in places with rough ground but fine if you are mobile. Toilet and shower facilities are excellent, as is the wash up area with phone charging facilities and shared fridges.
Fantastic base to explore the area, right next to the Thurscross reservoir.
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Michele
September 2025
6 m Class B
We loved the look of the space with picnic table dotted about. Lots of water available along side the other facilities. Close to the heathland with lots of walks available. We will be back.
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Keith
September 2025
Tent
With pets
Really good staff, and pleasant location. Only stayed a couple of nights, but was really pleased with the conditions.
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Yunus
September 2025
Tent
With kids
Great experince of almost woodland camping. Well organised and very helpful staff. Very handy for local attrcations.
Thanks had a wonderful short stay.
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Sacha
September 2025
With kids
Beautiful, quiet spot with only four cabins. The cabin was clean and well equipped. Would definitely stay again
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Isabelle
August 2025
Tent
Such a lovely spot. Very idyllic and private. Pitches were a decent distance from each other which was really nice - it was nice knowing other people were around but having your own private space. Dog friendly, which was brilliant - camped for the first time with our boy. He didn't like the owls! We will be back!
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Melissa
August 2025
Tent
With kids
We had a wonderful time at Woodsworth Exploring - our kids loved camping in a woodland, and it is well-looked after and beautiful. You do have to walk in with your gear, but they provide wheelbarrows for you to use. Emma was very responsive and helpful. We thoroughly enjoyed our visit and hope to come back sometime soon!
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Gale
August 2025
With kids
The chicken hut was very cosy and also had all the mod cons. The view was lovely and the location was great base to explore north wales. We had a tour of the farm and it was clear how much the owners care about the animals.
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George
August 2025
Tent
Beautiful woodland to camp in, the plots are well spaced and so really feels like you have the woodland to yourself. Would highly recommend and would go again!
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Emily
August 2025
3 m travel trailer
It was our first time camping with our new teardrop camper and we definitely chose the right place! David was so lovely and helped me to reverse it onto the pitch. Due to bad reviews I expected the facilities to be dirty but they were far from it! Very clean and plenty of toilet roll!
As for the location, it’s amazing for people who love walking, we had a few hours walk down the canal and I definitely recommend walking across the road to the Riverside cafe for some lunch. Other than that there’s not much to do unless you want to drive into Stafford Centre but perfect for a quiet chilled couple of nights!
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Emma
August 2025
With pets
Our stay at Over the Moon was absolutely perfect. Ruth was super friendly and gave clear instructions on how to find them, and replied quickly to any questions. The location is beautiful and incredibly peaceful. The hut had everything we needed and the bed was huge and very comfortable. We can’t wait to come stay again!
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Woodland camping near Manchester guide
Where to go
Peak District National Park
A mere 30-minute drive east of Manchester will take you to Peak District National Park, a 555-square-acre park that's popular for walkers, cyclists, and water sports enthusiasts. It's among the most popular national parks in the country and a fantastic spot for wildlife watching, with populations of hares, hedgehogs, and all sorts of birds. The park also has four show caves open to public visits and a museum dedicated to the Black Plague.
Forest of Bowland Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB)
Due north of Manchester, the Forest of Bowland AONB feels much more remote. Here you'll find massive expanses of fells and peat moorland, short hills, and lots of outdoor recreation opportunities. Popular things to do in the area include walking, cycling, and wildlife-watching, and the lack of city lights makes it ideal for a night of stargazing.
Loggerheads Country Park
Just over the border with Wales, inside the Clwydian Range And Dee Valley AONB, Loggerheads Country Park offers a visitors centre, a historic mill, and a few miles worth of short trails that lead alongside the River Alyn, past wooded groves and limestone cliffs. Keep your eyes out for Bloody Cranesbill, a type of wildflower named as such because its leaves turn red in the autumn, much like a tree.
When to go
Manchester is very much a summer destination, and the likelihood of good weather is at its highest between June and August, with highs in the low 20s, though you should still be prepared for rain no matter when you visit. The summer months also offer plenty of things to do, and music fans from across the UK flock here in June for the celebrated Parklife Festival in Heaton Park.