Campsites near Formby

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Discover beautiful beaches and sand-dune habitats during a camping trip near the small coastal town of Formby, set just north of Liverpool. Here, National Trust Formby conserves wilderness around the coast, providing outdoor activities among historic landmarks and natural scenery. Campers can experience the massive splendour of nearby Peak District National Park. North of Formby, Forest of Bowland AONB presents natural beauty and opportunities to view wildlife, explore vast countryside, and stargaze under a sparkling night sky. Camping options in the area are abundant and include tent campsites, caravan parks outfitted with hookups, as well as cabins, pods, and other upscale options for glampers.

98% (540) 768 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Formby

Henbant Permaculture Farm + Camp

1. Henbant Permaculture Farm + Camp

94%
(415)
102km from Formby · 12 units · Tents, Motorhomes
A small, sustainable farm site with epic sea views, set in the foothills of Snowdonia.
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from 
£15
 / night
Secret Wood Glamping

2. Secret Wood Glamping

95%
(21)
106km from Formby · 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
River Dove Camp

3. River Dove Camp

100%
(103)
106km from Formby · 10 units · Tents
A perfectly simple, riverside Hipcamp on the edge of the Peak District
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from 
£10
 / night
Crowdecote Campsite

4. Crowdecote Campsite

90km from Formby · 26 units · Motorhomes
A small Adult Only Campsite with 5 Hardstanding Winter Pitches ​The Site offers pitches with or without Electric Hookups ​The Toilet Block has both Male and Female sections, each consisting of 2 Toilets, 2 Washbasins and 1 Shower (Free-to-use) ​The pub is a 200m walk from the Site entrance ​Firepits are permitted provided they are raised off the ground sufficiently to protect the grass. The site is Dog friendly.
Electrical hookup
Pets
from 
£18
 / night
Torrent Walk Campsite and Bunkhouse

5. Torrent Walk Campsite and Bunkhouse

91%
(140)
104km from Formby · 78 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Campfires, mountain views and ample grassy space in the heart of Snowdonia National Park
Pets
Electrical hookup
Campfires
from 
£26
 / night
Camping at The Hollies

6. Camping at The Hollies

95%
(232)
85km from Formby · 50 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Back-to-basics camping at the foot of the Roaches in the Peak District National Park
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from 
£18
 / night
Cwmllwyd Getaways

7. Cwmllwyd Getaways

97%
(78)
115km from Formby · 3 units · Glamping
Welsh valley glamping with panoramic views and hot tubs
Showers
Hot Tub
Wifi
from 
£117
 / night
Intake Farm

8. Intake Farm

98%
(64)
91km from Formby · 7 units · Tents, Glamping
Quirky glamping and nearly wild camping on a farm in Staffordshire
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from 
£15
 / night
Roseacre Retreat - Adult Only

9. Roseacre Retreat - Adult Only

100%
(5)
148km from Formby · 4 units · Glamping
Adults only site. 4 luxury glamping pods in North Yorkshire. 3 pods with hot tub, 1 without
Pets
Showers
Campfires
from 
£120
 / night
Moss Rose Campsite

10. Moss Rose Campsite

99%
(61)
41km from Formby · 28 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
We have a family friendly Quiet campsite in the heart of Lancashire on our family run farm. Our site is situated in a species rich meadow field with large mown Pitches surrounded by wild flowers and meandering pathways linking the site together. We are surrounded by a young trees & woodland with the back drop of the Pennines. We offer both glamping and traditional non EHU camping on our site, with lovely hot showers, clean toilet facilities, fresh water point, pot wash area, phone charger lockers, communal freezers, elsan disposal point, microwave, coffee/hot chocolate machine, and our little honesty shack with all little camping essentials to might need whilst staying with us. We also hire out picnic benches and fire pits to help enhance your camping experience. We have a lovely little woodland walk, with a meandering mown path, that winds through our woodland/conservation area. Perfect to walk your dog, and let your kids explore. Adjoining the campsite, we have a padock with super frindly sheep that love to say hello. We sell little bags of sheep feed, just incase you'd like to give them a little treat. In the middle of the site, we have a little tots play area, perfect for keeping you're small kids entertained. We are a Quiet family site, with a Reduced Noise policy from 9 pm, and Quiet Time from 10 pm to 8.30 am. Latest check in time is 8PM, unless prearranged with the campsite. Our site has close links to the A6 and m6 J33. We are only 13 miles from the Historic city of Lancaster, the Bright lights of Blackpool and the jubilee city of Preston. 4 miles from the first fair trade market town of Garstang and 45 mins into the Lake District. There is also lots of interesting activities to do locally.
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from 
£18
 / night
Chapel View Wild Campsite

11. Chapel View Wild Campsite

97%
(31)
80km from Formby · 3 units · Tents
A remote campsite for Hikers and Wild Campers Sittng on the Penine Bridleway on the foothills of Kinder above Chapel-en-le-Frith, offering beautiful views across the valley and being within immediate reach of some of the most popular walking trails in the UK. The campsite is in shadow of South Head and is directly on the Penine Bridleway less than 2 miles from Jacobs Ladder, the Penine Way and Kinder Low. You can break camp in the morning already in the heart of hiking country and return to your camp in the evening without ever leaving the remote wilderness of the national park.
Pets
Campfires
from 
£5
 / night
Tackeroo Campsite

12. Tackeroo Campsite

96%
(68)
115km from Formby · 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
Stanley Villa Farm Fishing& Camping

13. Stanley Villa Farm Fishing& Camping

96%
(60)
31km from Formby · 40 units · Glamping
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
Eden's Nook

14. Eden's Nook

100%
(38)
94km from Formby · 6 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
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
Pets
Electrical hookup
Campfires
from 
£15
 / night
Burrs Manor Wild Camping

15. Burrs Manor Wild Camping

87%
(152)
88km from Formby · 30 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Nearly wild camping in the Peak District National Park, near Buxton
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from 
£12
 / night
The White Lodge

16. The White Lodge

90%
(55)
109km from Formby · 5 units · Tents, Motorhomes
A traditional campsite close to Staffordshire’s canals, river, and stately homes.
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from 
£18
 / night
Moss Side Farm Campsite

17. Moss Side Farm Campsite

94%
(131)
82km from Formby · 33 units · Tents
Small-scale farm camping in the South Lakes, with campfires, wildlife and fine views
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from 
£25
 / night
Graig Wen - Wild Snowdonia Escapes

18. Graig Wen - Wild Snowdonia Escapes

98%
(275)
112km from Formby · 33 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Succumb to the tranquil hills of Graig Wen. Smart, sustainable and quite simply, lush.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Campfires
from 
£22
 / night
Kip & Nook

19. Kip & Nook

100%
(8)
141km from Formby · 6 units · Motorhomes
Adult-only campervan site with hot tub pitches in North Yorkshire
Electrical hookup
Water hookup
Pets
from 
£40
 / night
Social District

20. Social District

92%
(93)
81km from Formby · 30 units · Tents
Lake District camping on the banks of Lake Windermere, with direct access to the water.
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from 
£50
 / night

Discover beautiful beaches and sand-dune habitats during a camping trip near the small coastal town of Formby, set just north of Liverpool. Here, National Trust Formby conserves wilderness around the coast, providing outdoor activities among historic landmarks and natural scenery. Campers can experience the massive splendour of nearby Peak District National Park. North of Formby, Forest of Bowland AONB presents natural beauty and opportunities to view wildlife, explore vast countryside, and stargaze under a sparkling night sky. Camping options in the area are abundant and include tent campsites, caravan parks outfitted with hookups, as well as cabins, pods, and other upscale options for glampers.

98% (540) 768 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Formby

Henbant Permaculture Farm + Camp

1. Henbant Permaculture Farm + Camp

94%
(415)
102km from Formby · 12 units · Tents, Motorhomes
A small, sustainable farm site with epic sea views, set in the foothills of Snowdonia.
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from 
£15
 / night
Secret Wood Glamping

2. Secret Wood Glamping

95%
(21)
106km from Formby · 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
River Dove Camp

3. River Dove Camp

100%
(103)
106km from Formby · 10 units · Tents
A perfectly simple, riverside Hipcamp on the edge of the Peak District
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from 
£10
 / night
Crowdecote Campsite

4. Crowdecote Campsite

90km from Formby · 26 units · Motorhomes
A small Adult Only Campsite with 5 Hardstanding Winter Pitches ​The Site offers pitches with or without Electric Hookups ​The Toilet Block has both Male and Female sections, each consisting of 2 Toilets, 2 Washbasins and 1 Shower (Free-to-use) ​The pub is a 200m walk from the Site entrance ​Firepits are permitted provided they are raised off the ground sufficiently to protect the grass. The site is Dog friendly.
Electrical hookup
Pets
from 
£18
 / night
Torrent Walk Campsite and Bunkhouse

5. Torrent Walk Campsite and Bunkhouse

91%
(140)
104km from Formby · 78 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Campfires, mountain views and ample grassy space in the heart of Snowdonia National Park
Pets
Electrical hookup
Campfires
from 
£26
 / night
Camping at The Hollies

6. Camping at The Hollies

95%
(232)
85km from Formby · 50 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Back-to-basics camping at the foot of the Roaches in the Peak District National Park
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from 
£18
 / night
Cwmllwyd Getaways

7. Cwmllwyd Getaways

97%
(78)
115km from Formby · 3 units · Glamping
Welsh valley glamping with panoramic views and hot tubs
Showers
Hot Tub
Wifi
from 
£117
 / night
Intake Farm

8. Intake Farm

98%
(64)
91km from Formby · 7 units · Tents, Glamping
Quirky glamping and nearly wild camping on a farm in Staffordshire
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from 
£15
 / night
Roseacre Retreat - Adult Only

9. Roseacre Retreat - Adult Only

100%
(5)
148km from Formby · 4 units · Glamping
Adults only site. 4 luxury glamping pods in North Yorkshire. 3 pods with hot tub, 1 without
Pets
Showers
Campfires
from 
£120
 / night
Moss Rose Campsite

10. Moss Rose Campsite

99%
(61)
41km from Formby · 28 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
We have a family friendly Quiet campsite in the heart of Lancashire on our family run farm. Our site is situated in a species rich meadow field with large mown Pitches surrounded by wild flowers and meandering pathways linking the site together. We are surrounded by a young trees & woodland with the back drop of the Pennines. We offer both glamping and traditional non EHU camping on our site, with lovely hot showers, clean toilet facilities, fresh water point, pot wash area, phone charger lockers, communal freezers, elsan disposal point, microwave, coffee/hot chocolate machine, and our little honesty shack with all little camping essentials to might need whilst staying with us. We also hire out picnic benches and fire pits to help enhance your camping experience. We have a lovely little woodland walk, with a meandering mown path, that winds through our woodland/conservation area. Perfect to walk your dog, and let your kids explore. Adjoining the campsite, we have a padock with super frindly sheep that love to say hello. We sell little bags of sheep feed, just incase you'd like to give them a little treat. In the middle of the site, we have a little tots play area, perfect for keeping you're small kids entertained. We are a Quiet family site, with a Reduced Noise policy from 9 pm, and Quiet Time from 10 pm to 8.30 am. Latest check in time is 8PM, unless prearranged with the campsite. Our site has close links to the A6 and m6 J33. We are only 13 miles from the Historic city of Lancaster, the Bright lights of Blackpool and the jubilee city of Preston. 4 miles from the first fair trade market town of Garstang and 45 mins into the Lake District. There is also lots of interesting activities to do locally.
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from 
£18
 / night
Chapel View Wild Campsite

11. Chapel View Wild Campsite

97%
(31)
80km from Formby · 3 units · Tents
A remote campsite for Hikers and Wild Campers Sittng on the Penine Bridleway on the foothills of Kinder above Chapel-en-le-Frith, offering beautiful views across the valley and being within immediate reach of some of the most popular walking trails in the UK. The campsite is in shadow of South Head and is directly on the Penine Bridleway less than 2 miles from Jacobs Ladder, the Penine Way and Kinder Low. You can break camp in the morning already in the heart of hiking country and return to your camp in the evening without ever leaving the remote wilderness of the national park.
Pets
Campfires
from 
£5
 / night
Tackeroo Campsite

12. Tackeroo Campsite

96%
(68)
115km from Formby · 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
Stanley Villa Farm Fishing& Camping

13. Stanley Villa Farm Fishing& Camping

96%
(60)
31km from Formby · 40 units · Glamping
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
Eden's Nook

14. Eden's Nook

100%
(38)
94km from Formby · 6 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
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
Pets
Electrical hookup
Campfires
from 
£15
 / night
Burrs Manor Wild Camping

15. Burrs Manor Wild Camping

87%
(152)
88km from Formby · 30 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Nearly wild camping in the Peak District National Park, near Buxton
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from 
£12
 / night
The White Lodge

16. The White Lodge

90%
(55)
109km from Formby · 5 units · Tents, Motorhomes
A traditional campsite close to Staffordshire’s canals, river, and stately homes.
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from 
£18
 / night
Moss Side Farm Campsite

17. Moss Side Farm Campsite

94%
(131)
82km from Formby · 33 units · Tents
Small-scale farm camping in the South Lakes, with campfires, wildlife and fine views
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from 
£25
 / night
Graig Wen - Wild Snowdonia Escapes

18. Graig Wen - Wild Snowdonia Escapes

98%
(275)
112km from Formby · 33 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Succumb to the tranquil hills of Graig Wen. Smart, sustainable and quite simply, lush.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Campfires
from 
£22
 / night
Kip & Nook

19. Kip & Nook

100%
(8)
141km from Formby · 6 units · Motorhomes
Adult-only campervan site with hot tub pitches in North Yorkshire
Electrical hookup
Water hookup
Pets
from 
£40
 / night
Social District

20. Social District

92%
(93)
81km from Formby · 30 units · Tents
Lake District camping on the banks of Lake Windermere, with direct access to the water.
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from 
£50
 / night

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Campsites near Formby guide

Where to go

National Trust Formby

Outside of Formby proper, National Trust Formby protects scenic beaches, sand dunes, and pine woodlands that stretch over 400 hectares. A diverse ecosystem, the lands under the National Trust include natterjack toads, red squirrels, and great crested newts—fascinating sights for campers and nature enthusiasts alike. This area is also home to some amazing historical scenes, including two shipwrecks (about one kilometre from the coast) and 10,000-year-old prehistoric footprints formed within sediment beds. Coastal walks, horseback riding, and canoeing are popular year-round activities for day trippers. The park has accessible toilets, a car park, and areas for dogs, but it doesn’t have its own camping facilities.

Peak District National Park

About an hour east from Formby is Peak District National Park in central England. One of the UK’s most visited national parks, it covers about 555 square miles including Hope Valley, Heage Windmill, and Hardwick Hall. Hipcampers can enjoy cycling, horseback riding, caving, fishing, rock climbing, and fell running in the park. Accommodations at North Lees Campsite (owned and managed by the National Park Authority) include 60 sites for tents, as well as accessible toilets and showers. Outfitted with electricity, heating, and lighting, the campsite also offers camping pods that accommodate up to five campers. Campervans are also allowed.

Forest of Bowland AONB

North of Formby is Forest of Bowland, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB). Forest of Bowland covers about 312 square miles of land that showcases the area’s open countryside, blanket bog, and heather moorland. Find extensive walking routes, rich wildlife viewing, and stargazing, among dozens of other family-friendly activities. Accommodations within the park fit every budget and adventure—traditional rustic campsites, glamping pods, cabins, and farm stays are all available on-site.

When to go

Formby’s coastal orientation brings temperate weather—typically between 2°C to 20°C. Warmer months are most popular for camping, with a peak in visitors from late June to early September. Summer months are also a good time for swimmers and boaters to cool off in coastal waters. November to March is cooler, with an average daily high of about 9°C. Despite chillier temperatures, Formby offers plenty of scenic walks and activities during winter, as well.