Riverside Camping Near Manchester

Looking for a caravan pitch by the water near Manchester? You’ve got over 40 river-side options—think bankside mornings and the sound of water to start your day. Spots like The White Lodge (33 reviews), Great Haywood Canalside Campsite (31 reviews), and Little Ranch Glamping (8 reviews) come up again and again for riverside lounging and easy wildlife-spotting. Expect facilities like hot showers, proper toilets, and pet-friendly rules. You’ll find plenty of walking trails for hiking, or saddle up for a bit of horseback riding. Prices range from £17 for no-frills pitches to an average of £130 a night for something a bit more upmarket. Watch out for kingfishers, bring your walking boots, and don’t forget the rubbish bags—locals keep these riverbanks tidy.

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Top-rated campgrounds

Looking for a caravan pitch by the water near Manchester? You’ve got over 40 river-side options—think bankside mornings and the sound of water to start your day. Spots like The White Lodge (33 reviews), Great Haywood Canalside Campsite (31 reviews), and Little Ranch Glamping (8 reviews) come up again and again for riverside lounging and easy wildlife-spotting. Expect facilities like hot showers, proper toilets, and pet-friendly rules. You’ll find plenty of walking trails for hiking, or saddle up for a bit of horseback riding. Prices range from £17 for no-frills pitches to an average of £130 a night for something a bit more upmarket. Watch out for kingfishers, bring your walking boots, and don’t forget the rubbish bags—locals keep these riverbanks tidy.

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Top-rated campgrounds

1. River Dove Camp

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60km from Manchester · 10 units · Tents · Ashbourne, Derbyshire, East Midlands

A perfectly simple, riverside Hipcamp on the edge of the Peak District

2. Panpwnton Campsite

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137km from Manchester · 10 units · Tents, Motorhomes · Knighton, England

A riverside campsite on Offa’s Dyke Path near Knighton

3. Little Ranch Glamping

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52km from Manchester · 3 units · Glamping · Nantwich, England

Glamping on a charming smallholding beside the Llangollen Canal

4. Aldwark Bridge Glamping

89km from Manchester · 3 units · Glamping · England

A unique and cosy pop-up glamping site Located on the banks of the River Ure next to a quaint and historical wooden toll bridge, Aldwark Bridge Glamping offers a unique and personal camping experience. Nestled between York and Harrogate, the site boasts a fantastic pit stop on the Coast to Coast cycling route, free landing access to the River Ure to enjoy kayaking and stand up paddle boarding and a beautiful river side walk to the local pub. Matt and Joanna invite you to glamp in style here at our cosy garden site with luxury shower room, extensive outdoor kitchen and welcoming communal fire pit seating area.

5. Graig Wen - Wild Snowdonia Escapes

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145km from Manchester · 33 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping · Gwynedd, North Wales

Succumb to the tranquil hills of Graig Wen. Smart, sustainable and quite simply, lush.

6. Eden's Nook

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115km from Manchester · 6 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping · Welshpool, Wales

The most welcoming camping park in the heart of the Welsh Countryside. Forest View is situated 9 miles from the Town of Llanfyllin and 3 miles from Lake Vyrnwy. We are nestled next to the Dyfnant Forest and offer superb views and access to the Welsh countryside Eden's Kitchen Serves Breakfast 8am to 11am

7. Heygates Lodging

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143km from Manchester · 2 units · Glamping · Market Harborough, Leicestershire, East Midlands

A place to unwind in the heart of the countryside. Canalside walks are on your doorstep and nature is never far away - birds of prey such as red kites and buzzards are plentiful, and you may be lucky enough to see otters in the canal. There's a variety of pubs and restaurants within a short drive, and the market towns of Rugby and Market Harborough area about 20 minutes away. Unwind in the hot tub, enjoy local beers and ciders or pick from our expertly curated wine list. Our Lodges have their own fire pits and BBQs, and all fuel is provided. Each lodge has its own hammock, and a designated private fishing peg at a turning point in the canal, meaning that you'll be largely undisturbed by passing boats.

8. Wild conTENTment

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94km from Manchester · 10 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping · Shropshire, West Midlands

Wild-ish but family-friendly camping and glamping on a canalside farm on the English-Welsh border

9. Treflach Farm

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93km from Manchester · 8 units · Tents, Glamping · Oswestry, Shropshire, West Midlands

Bell tents and a yurt on a regenerative farm in Shropshire

10. Great Haywood Canalside Campsite

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76km from Manchester · 8 units · Tents · Staffordshire, West Midlands

The simplest of canalside campsites with narrowboats chugging past and an award-winning farm shop over the road

11. Belan Bluebell Woods

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147km from Manchester · 4 units · Motorhomes, Glamping · Llanidloes, Wales

We are a small family farm site hidden in the Cambrian Mountains of Mid Wales, near the lovely town of Llanidloes. Our easy to find, just off A470 location makes a stay with us convenient yet once you wind up to our drive you are on top of the world with spectacular views both day and night - we are a recognised Dark Skies Wales area for outstanding stargazing due to our lofty 1300ft height and un-light polluted sky. With over 60 acres to explore space and quite is guaranteed. Choose from secluded Idris the Shepherds hut with repurposed horsebox shower and woodfired outdoor bath, family glamping geo-domes Willow & Oak and Daisy bell tent each with covered camp kitchens or wild meadow camping plus a campervan spot. Our mission is to rewild the farm, manage the ancient woodland, support the abundant wildlife & finally protect its 5 acre peat-bog (peat bogs are as environmentally important as rain forests – peat holds more carbon than the combined forests of Britain, France and Germany!)

12. Gwersyllt Rhos y Gallt Campsite

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121km from Manchester · 10 units · Tents, Motorhomes · Powys, Mid Wales

Guests to Rhos y Gallt describe the campsite as a little gem of a site - small, quite and tranquil with wonderful sunsets. The site can accommodate up to 5 caravans and 10 tents situated on a level 2 acre site within the beautiful rolling hills of Montgomeryshire in Mid Wales. There are hard standing pitches with electric hook-up as well as grass pitches with and without electric hook-up. There is also a field bordering a river which is used for wild camping - but you'll have to share it with the sheep! The toilet block has a family wet room with shower, toilet, wash hand basin and baby changing unit, a separate toilet, shower and kitchen area with freezer. The site borders a river meadow where visitors can wonder down and take a walk down with the river bank, relax by the water edge, throw a few skimmers, do a spot of fishing or even go wild water swimming (at your own risk!). Well behaved dogs are welcome (maximum 2 per unit). We were delighted to receive a nomination for The Camping and Caravanning Club Best Hideaway Site in 2021 and grateful to our wonderful guests for the nomination.

13. Tyn Y Ffridd Farm

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130km from Manchester · 10 units · Tents · Bangor, Wales

Dog-friendly camping with mountain views between Anglesey and Snowdonia

14. RHC & Glamping

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28km from Manchester · 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.

15. The White Lodge

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75km from Manchester · 5 units · Tents, Motorhomes · Cannock Chase, Staffordshire, West Midlands

A traditional campsite close to Staffordshire’s canals, river, and stately homes.

16. Cuckoo Farm Campsite

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145km from Manchester · 13 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping · Rutland, East Midlands

Family camping with campfires on an organic farm, set alongside the beautiful River Chater

17. By The Red Phone Box Glamping & Camping

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128km from Manchester · 9 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping · Worcestershire, West Midlands

Bell tents and spacious pitches in the Teme Valley, close to the Shropshire Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty

18. Bain View Glamping

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142km from Manchester · 4 units · Tents, Glamping · Horncastle, Lincolnshire, East Midlands

A canal-side shepherd's hut near the Lincolnshire Wolds, with an outdoor bathtub, a mini vineyard, and total privacy.

19. Gardd Afon/River Garden

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135km from Manchester · 2 units · Glamping · Machynlleth, Wales

Dog-friendly, off-grid yurt glamping on a riverside smallholding in Mid-Wales

20. Bwch Yn Uchaf

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119km from Manchester · 20 units · Tents, Motorhomes · Bala, Wales

Narrow-gauge steam railway station, countryside views, gorgeous riverside setting. What's not to love?!

Camper favorites near Manchester

Top-rated campgrounds reviewed by the Hipcamp community.

Tyn Y Ffridd Farm

94%

(87)

130km from Manchester · 10 units · Tents · Bangor, Wales

Dog-friendly camping with mountain views between Anglesey and Snowdonia

RHC & Glamping

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(7)

28km from Manchester · 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.

The White Lodge

90%

(55)

75km from Manchester · 5 units · Tents, Motorhomes · Cannock Chase, Staffordshire, West Midlands

A traditional campsite close to Staffordshire’s canals, river, and stately homes.

Cuckoo Farm Campsite

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(202)

145km from Manchester · 13 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping · Rutland, East Midlands

Family camping with campfires on an organic farm, set alongside the beautiful River Chater

By The Red Phone Box Glamping & Camping

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(50)

128km from Manchester · 9 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping · Worcestershire, West Midlands

Bell tents and spacious pitches in the Teme Valley, close to the Shropshire Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty

Bain View Glamping

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(18)

142km from Manchester · 4 units · Tents, Glamping · Horncastle, Lincolnshire, East Midlands

A canal-side shepherd's hut near the Lincolnshire Wolds, with an outdoor bathtub, a mini vineyard, and total privacy.

Gardd Afon/River Garden

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(4)

135km from Manchester · 2 units · Glamping · Machynlleth, Wales

Dog-friendly, off-grid yurt glamping on a riverside smallholding in Mid-Wales

Bwch Yn Uchaf

98%

(161)

119km from Manchester · 20 units · Tents, Motorhomes · Bala, Wales

Narrow-gauge steam railway station, countryside views, gorgeous riverside setting. What's not to love?!

Stories from the community

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Richard

October 2025

Tent

With pets

1 night at Eden's Nook

Second visit. It will not be my last visit. Great welcome

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Heidi

October 2025

7 m Class B

With pets

2 nights at Panpwnton Campsite

We have just come back from a campervan 2 night trip to Panpwnton Campsite. We had a lovely time, it was very quiet as we were the only ones staying…. Probably due to the weather! This meant we got a great spot right next to the river which was perfect. The facilities were good. The location was great. We did a walk straight from the site on to part of Offa Dykes path and along to the Knuclas viaduct, great views along the way. We had thought we might get the train back just for fun, but they don’t run very often (would have been a 2hr wait) so walked back instead. Site also easy walking distance to the local pub for an evening meal which was good too. Very Dark walk back that evening meant for some great star gazing:-)

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Louise

October 2025

3 m Class B

With pets

2 nights at Panpwnton Campsite

Panpwnton Farm is a lovely campsite. Very clean toilets and wash up facilities. I didn't use the showers as I only stayed a couple of nights, however they were spacious. I will definitely be returning for a longer stay. It's a lovely walk from the campsite to Knighton, alongside the river. Trains do pass right along the side of the site but it didn't bother me or my dog. Easy access to Offa's Dyke.

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James

September 2025

4 m Class B

Weekend Trip to Panpwnton Campsite

Lovely site, friendly hosts great facilities - easy access and site directions

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Lee

September 2025

Tent

With pets

2 nights at Bwch Yn Uchaf

What a lovely clean site, everything you need, great views and peaceful, loved just sitting by the river with a brew and chilling

Rickie

September 2025

1 m travel trailer

With pets

1 night at Panpwnton Campsite

The site is really lovely close enough to town to walk in and great location by the stream with walking paths for our dog. The toilets and showers were clean and maintained and Roxanne was very friendly.

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Hussain

September 2025

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to River Dove Camp

Alex was very helpful and kind. He accommodated all our needs and made sure we had a comfortable stay.

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Keith

September 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to The White Lodge

Really good staff, and pleasant location. Only stayed a couple of nights, but was really pleased with the conditions.

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Dana

September 2025

Tent

2 nights at Gwersyllt Rhos y Gallt Campsite

Thank you. Place was amazing , we enjoyed this country side 💟

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Geraldine

September 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Panpwnton Campsite

Lovely quiet site, easy walk into town and loads of interesting local walks

These are the only 3 pitches on our tent camping fields which you can park one car next to.

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Timothy

September 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Graig Wen - Wild Snowdonia Escapes

the camp site is brilliant nice and tidy. toilet and shower facilities are good and clean. would defo recommend this site for anyone

Grass Pitch with access to Electric Hook Up

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Sandra

August 2025

5 m Class B

With kids

Weekend Trip to Cuckoo Farm Campsite

Great one night stop over with my grandson. Great showers and we were there on a Sunday morning so went on the farm tour which was brilliant

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susan

August 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Great Haywood Canalside Campsite

Lovely field for camping and enjoying its natural beauty

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Vera

August 2025

Tent

4 nights at Panpwnton Campsite

Great space by the river. Good showers and toilet block. The use of a fridge and freezer were a real bonus. As was the cafe.

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Ian

August 2025

Tent

With kids

3 nights at River Dove Camp

Lovely spot, nice and private. Host was great, helpful and friendly Would book again without hesitation

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Lukas

August 2025

With pets

5 nights at Belan Bluebell Woods

Great camp site , everything is well organised and well tought . Suzi has put an enormous amount of work and dedication to make this camp site so unique and welcoming. Suzi has gone above and beyond with meticulous arrangements for Geodomes, nice clean and spacious , full off blankets , linens , lamps and gadgets like fans . Her welcom book / guide it is an essence of valuable information where to go and what are best local places to visit . Suzi itself is an very open and friendly person , always ready to help and support. Perfect spot for star gazing.Very dark nights. Cooking/ dining shack is absolutely amazing( brilliant idea itself), everything is there, you can even cook or make bbq during rainy day. Camping stove in situ. Honesty shop - needed essential in situ , wood logs , charcoal , local products like jams ,tea , eggs and coffe . Dog friendly site. Recycling zone present . Would return next year . Can not complaint about anything, everything is well maintained - general site conditions including utilities, essentials and building conditions. Very nice place , come and rejoice with nature.

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Nathan

August 2025

Weekend Trip to Panpwnton Campsite

Absolutely lovely site, you cannot fault it the facilities are spotless and the host are very tentative and welcoming. It’s definitely a site to visit and just a short walk you are in the town so plenty to do and I’d recommend the carvery in town too on a Sunday!

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Weronika

August 2025

Weekend Trip to Panpwnton Campsite

Amazing spot, lovely cafe on site! Lovely hosts always came by each day to check if we needed anything including wood. Would highly recommend! Nice walks and great town! The coop is amazing you must visit it’s the weirdest shop we’ve ever been to haha!

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Claraine

August 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Panpwnton Campsite

Great space in a nice location. Visited on a bank holiday in the school holidays and whilst there were plenty of groups and families it still felt private and peaceful. Hosts were very friendly. Will definitely be returning.