Woodland camping near Rochdale, Greater Manchester

In Rochdale, forest camping puts you right among ancient woodland, tangled roots, and the earthy hush that only this patch of England knows. You’ll find over 120 spots tucked under the trees, with prices dipping as low as £12 a night and averaging around £95. The best sites—like Intake Farm (42 reviews), Woodsworth Exploring (35 reviews), and Breaks Fold Farm Glamping & Camping (31 reviews)—come recommended by campers who value a crackling campfire, a solid toilet block, and space for dogs to roam. This stretch is made for hiking boots and binoculars. Trails twist through sycamores and beech, while climbing and wildlife-watching fill up your days. Rubbish bins are never far from hand, and you’ll hear owls at night if you’re quiet. Pack light, bring sturdy shoes, and don’t forget your torch—the woods here get properly dark.

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Top-rated campgrounds

In Rochdale, forest camping puts you right among ancient woodland, tangled roots, and the earthy hush that only this patch of England knows. You’ll find over 120 spots tucked under the trees, with prices dipping as low as £12 a night and averaging around £95. The best sites—like Intake Farm (42 reviews), Woodsworth Exploring (35 reviews), and Breaks Fold Farm Glamping & Camping (31 reviews)—come recommended by campers who value a crackling campfire, a solid toilet block, and space for dogs to roam. This stretch is made for hiking boots and binoculars. Trails twist through sycamores and beech, while climbing and wildlife-watching fill up your days. Rubbish bins are never far from hand, and you’ll hear owls at night if you’re quiet. Pack light, bring sturdy shoes, and don’t forget your torch—the woods here get properly dark.

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Top-rated campgrounds

1. Secret Wood Glamping

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(19)

56km from Rochdale · 10 units · Tents, Glamping · Derbyshire S18 7 Wf, England

A private woodland and stream all to yourself, with one spacious bell tent and a hot tub beneath the stars

2. Torrent Walk Campsite and Bunkhouse

91%

(140)

148km from Rochdale · 78 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping · Dolgellau, Gwynedd, North Wales

Campfires, mountain views and ample grassy space in the heart of Snowdonia National Park

3. Baystone Bank Farm Campsite

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(149)

102km from Rochdale · 47 units · Tents, Motorhomes · Millom, England

Lake District camping on a working farm with a stream to splash in, campfires encouraged and a horse-riding centre on the doorstep

4. wildwood quarry retreat

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(1)

86km from Rochdale · 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

5. Tackeroo Campsite

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(67)

97km from Rochdale · 54 units · Tents, Motorhomes · Staffordshire, West Midlands

Basic pitches (without toilet facilities) in Forestry Commission-owned woods beside a renowned mountain biking trail

6. Cwmllwyd Getaways

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(78)

148km from Rochdale · 3 units · Glamping · Powys, Mid Wales

Welsh valley glamping with panoramic views and hot tubs

7. Woodsworth Exploring

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(67)

30km from Rochdale · 12 units · Tents · Ilkley, West Yorkshire, North East England

Nearly wild woodland camping in West Yorkshire’s Bronte country

8. Intake Farm

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(64)

64km from Rochdale · 7 units · Tents, Glamping · Alton, Staffordshire, West Midlands

Quirky glamping and nearly wild camping on a farm in Staffordshire

9. Peak Pods

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(42)

59km from Rochdale · 4 units · Glamping · Bakewell, Derbyshire, East Midlands

Family-sized en suite glamping pods in the Peak District

10. Ewe Love Camping Pods

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124km from Rochdale · 3 units · Glamping · Penrith, Cumbria, North West England

Modern Lake District glamping pods among the trees, with exceptional views of Blencathra

11. Eden's Nook

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129km from Rochdale · 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

12. Kip & Nook

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105km from Rochdale · 6 units · Motorhomes · Darlington, England

Adult-only campervan site with hot tub pitches in North Yorkshire

13. Camping at Cardewlees

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148km from Rochdale · 37 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping · Carlisle, England

A welcoming, family-run farm campsite between the Lake District and Hadrian's Wall

14. Trawden Forest Glamping

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25km from Rochdale · 3 units · Glamping · Trawden, England

Grown-up pod glamping on a woodland site in Lancashire

15. Coed Obry

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146km from Rochdale · 4 units · Tents, Motorhomes · Wales

Coed Obry is a 5.5 acre private woodland on the edge of Snowdonia National Park. It has its own private gated access from the road and a 50m track leads from the A 4085 to a small car park for 5 vehicles. Paths lead from there to the caravan, bunkhouse, camping areas. There is a compost toilet block and sink (cold water tap) in the centre of the wood shared by all visitors. The notice board in the car park provides visitors with maps, photos and information about the wood, and there are laminated maps showing the routes of around 30 local walks which visitors are welcome to borrow during their stay. Canoe, kayaks and paddle boards are available to hire in Coed Obry and there are several fire pits with seasoned firewood for sale. There is no mains water so visitors are requested to bring their own drinking water, but rain water harvesting systems provide water for washing. Nearby there are several outstanding beaches within 1-3 miles and there is good access to the mountains of Snowdonia; the Afon Dwyryd provides an excellent sheltered river/estuary for canoeing and paddle boarding; the slate quarries and tourist attractions of Blaenau Ffestiniog, rock climbing at Tremadog (2 miles); spectacular waterfalls at Croesor (1 mile); the Ffestiniog Narrow Gauge Railway (0.5 miles); the Glaslyn Osprey Centre (1 mile); several shops, restaurants, hostelries and Spar shop in Penrhyndeudraeth (1 mile); three large supermarkets and a regional shopping centre in Porthmadog (2.5 miles).

16. Woodman's Huts

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(58)

90km from Rochdale · 3 units · Glamping · Cumbria, North West England

Beautiful handmade shepherd's huts in the heart of the picturesque South Lakes

17. Tree Tops and Train Tracks

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84km from Rochdale · 12 units · Tents, Glamping · Mold, Wales

Woodland camping on the edge of the Clwydian Range in North Wales

18. Breaks Fold Farm Glamping & Camping

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51km from Rochdale · 10 units · Tents, Motorhomes · Pateley Bridge, North Yorkshire, North East England

Camping in Nidderdale with excellent facilities, dogs and campfires welcome, and views over Thruscross Reservoir.

19. Tyn Y Ffridd Farm

94%

(87)

138km from Rochdale · 10 units · Tents · Bangor, Wales

Dog-friendly camping with mountain views between Anglesey and Snowdonia

20. Fire and Stars Woodland Camping

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(48)

113km from Rochdale · 5 units · Tents · Leicestershire, East Midlands

Wild camping in the woods with campfires, starry skies and a pub just across the road

Camper favorites near Rochdale

Top-rated campgrounds reviewed by the Hipcamp community.

Camping at Cardewlees

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(47)

148km from Rochdale · 37 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping · Carlisle, England

A welcoming, family-run farm campsite between the Lake District and Hadrian's Wall

Trawden Forest Glamping

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25km from Rochdale · 3 units · Glamping · Trawden, England

Grown-up pod glamping on a woodland site in Lancashire

Coed Obry

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146km from Rochdale · 4 units · Tents, Motorhomes · Wales

Coed Obry is a 5.5 acre private woodland on the edge of Snowdonia National Park. It has its own private gated access from the road and a 50m track leads from the A 4085 to a small car park for 5 vehicles. Paths lead from there to the caravan, bunkhouse, camping areas. There is a compost toilet block and sink (cold water tap) in the centre of the wood shared by all visitors. The notice board in the car park provides visitors with maps, photos and information about the wood, and there are laminated maps showing the routes of around 30 local walks which visitors are welcome to borrow during their stay. Canoe, kayaks and paddle boards are available to hire in Coed Obry and there are several fire pits with seasoned firewood for sale. There is no mains water so visitors are requested to bring their own drinking water, but rain water harvesting systems provide water for washing. Nearby there are several outstanding beaches within 1-3 miles and there is good access to the mountains of Snowdonia; the Afon Dwyryd provides an excellent sheltered river/estuary for canoeing and paddle boarding; the slate quarries and tourist attractions of Blaenau Ffestiniog, rock climbing at Tremadog (2 miles); spectacular waterfalls at Croesor (1 mile); the Ffestiniog Narrow Gauge Railway (0.5 miles); the Glaslyn Osprey Centre (1 mile); several shops, restaurants, hostelries and Spar shop in Penrhyndeudraeth (1 mile); three large supermarkets and a regional shopping centre in Porthmadog (2.5 miles).

Woodman's Huts

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(58)

90km from Rochdale · 3 units · Glamping · Cumbria, North West England

Beautiful handmade shepherd's huts in the heart of the picturesque South Lakes

Tree Tops and Train Tracks

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(17)

84km from Rochdale · 12 units · Tents, Glamping · Mold, Wales

Woodland camping on the edge of the Clwydian Range in North Wales

Breaks Fold Farm Glamping & Camping

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(61)

51km from Rochdale · 10 units · Tents, Motorhomes · Pateley Bridge, North Yorkshire, North East England

Camping in Nidderdale with excellent facilities, dogs and campfires welcome, and views over Thruscross Reservoir.

Tyn Y Ffridd Farm

94%

(87)

138km from Rochdale · 10 units · Tents · Bangor, Wales

Dog-friendly camping with mountain views between Anglesey and Snowdonia

Fire and Stars Woodland Camping

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(48)

113km from Rochdale · 5 units · Tents · Leicestershire, East Midlands

Wild camping in the woods with campfires, starry skies and a pub just across the road

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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Virginia

October 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Camping at Cardewlees

Lovely location, beautiful views. Comfortable pod and great with enclosed garden for the dog. Good facilities too.

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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

3 nights at Breaks Fold Farm Glamping & Camping

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

2 nights at Tackeroo Campsite

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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Yunus

September 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Woodsworth Exploring

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

Weekend Trip to Peak Pods

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

Weekend Trip to Woodsworth Exploring

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

Weekend Trip to Woodsworth Exploring

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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Lois

August 2025

Weekend Trip to Cwmllwyd Getaways

Carriage was well equipped with everything you need. Very peaceful and the hot tub is a great attraction.

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Ally

August 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Camping at Cardewlees

Just returning from our first visit to Cardewlees and we could not of asked for a better stay. Cardewlees is an absolute little gem of a campsite and Johnny could not have been a better host if he tried. Toilet and showering facilities were more than adequate and the water was always nice and warm. Thank you for a perfect stay and we look forward to coming back soon. Ally and Lee x

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Eleanor

August 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Camping at Cardewlees

A simple but friendly camping experience. A very attentive host!

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George

August 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Woodsworth Exploring

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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Mark

August 2025

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Baystone Bank Farm Campsite

Stayed for a couple of nights and had a great time, good facilities and one of the few campsites open to letting people enjoy a sensible camp fire. Staff were all friendly and helpful too

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antonia

August 2025

6 m Class B

With kids

2 nights at Coed Obry

Very quirky place to park up in a gorgeous corner of the country. Basic, off-grid and really lovely. Host very helpful!

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Sid

August 2025

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Coed Obry

It was exactly as advertised, which is what I wanted. There is a great little bar/cafe less than 2 km up the road as well.

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Howie

August 2025

Tent

With kids

3 nights at Eden's Nook

Excellent campsite and the option to have breakfast on site was a nice luxury. Will return when in North Wales.

Kaety

August 2025

Tent

3 nights at Eden's Nook

We had a wonderful time at Eden’s Nook. Jayne helped us to feel so welcome and went above and beyond in the hot weather to make sure we had what we needed. The site is really clean and very peaceful. We saw lots of butterflies and birds. A gorgeous stay! Thank you.