Glamping pods in Stiperstones National Nature Reserve

A knobbly backbone of ridge crested by distinctive quartzite rock formations spread-eagled across Shropshire, England, yet close to the Welsh border, the Stiperstones and the rolling green countryside surrounding them make up Stiperstones NNR. This flank of the Shropshire Hills AONB is glorious hill country, especially being framed by two further uplands, England’s Long Mynd and Wales’ Cambrian Mountains. Long-distance footpaths like the Cross-Britain Way pass through, and there are the compelling legacies of prehistoric settlements and 19th-century mining to uncover. Good camping can be found on the western edge of the NNR.

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A knobbly backbone of ridge crested by distinctive quartzite rock formations spread-eagled across Shropshire, England, yet close to the Welsh border, the Stiperstones and the rolling green countryside surrounding them make up Stiperstones NNR. This flank of the Shropshire Hills AONB is glorious hill country, especially being framed by two further uplands, England’s Long Mynd and Wales’ Cambrian Mountains. Long-distance footpaths like the Cross-Britain Way pass through, and there are the compelling legacies of prehistoric settlements and 19th-century mining to uncover. Good camping can be found on the western edge of the NNR.

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1. 68 Degrees West

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10 units · Motorhomes, Glamping · Cradoc, Wales

Pod glamping and family camping on the edge of the Brecon Beacons, with a handy location near Brecon town and sunrises you'll never forget.

2. Celtic Woodland Holidays

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13 units · Tents, Glamping · Powys, Mid Wales

An idyllic, wooded, Wye Valley escape, offering glamping pods, a treehouse and traditional woodland camping on levelled pitches

3. Marbury Camp and Lodge

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23 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping · England

Small, simple family run camping and glamping site on the Cheshire / Shropshire border with local market towns a stones throw away. Around an hour away from Manchester, Liverpool, Chester and Birmingham, but most definitely far enough away for a break from city life. Great pubs within 30 mins walking distance and close to Cycle Routes, Walking Routes, Farm Shop Cafes, Markets, Supermarkets, a Gin Distillery (open to the public), three wedding venues, a kids tree top adventure amusement park, just to name a few. If camping isn’t for you, book one of our 4 glamping pods complete with central heating, a shower/WC, TV and cooking facilities. Small licensed shop on site. For the best rates, call 01948 502250. Hollyhurst Road, Marbury, SY13 4LY

4. Stanford Farm

4 units · Glamping · Shrewsbury, England

Glamping on a farm that doubles up as award-winning wedding venue

5. Brandy House Farm

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6 units · Tents, Glamping · Powys, Mid Wales

Sleek wooden Camping PODs and upcycled vintage caravan on the welsh border with excellent walking and mountain biking on the doorstep

6. Great House Farm Luxury Pods

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3 units · Glamping · Builth Wells, Wales

Luxury family-sized glamping pods with en-suite facilities and hot tubs, with wonderful views across the Wye Valley

7. School Farm Holidays

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5 units · Glamping ·

Welcome to School Farm Holidays in Shropshire. We are a small family run site offering unique luxury one and two bedroomed glamping pods and four bedroomed cabin surrounded by the glorious Shropshire countryside. Each unit has a private patio and seating area with stunning views and peace and quiet. Feel free to walk in the fields, pick fruit in the orchard and picnic by the brook. We have a new Nature Trail Eye Spy for the children, Walks from the doorstep and games room for rainy days. Plenty of on site Parking & charging point for Electric Vehicles Centrally located in the UK in Shropshire’s AONB we are ideally placed to relax and reconnect or visit local attractions such as Ironbridge, Blists Hill, Attingham Park and Wroxeter Wroman City. Less than a hours drive from Birmingham and 25 minutes off the M54 and yet a world apart.

8. Llwyn Onn Glamping, North Wales.

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4 units · Glamping · Wales

ADULTS ONLY SITE. Welcome to our home Llwyn Onn (Ash Grove), where we offer Guest House and Glamping accommodation set in the beautiful North Wales countryside. Llwyn Onn Glamping is located off the A5 close to the village of Rhydlydan, with the picturesque village of Betws-Y-Coed, eight miles away offering a range of walks, small shops and dining out options. Our glamping pods and shepherd huts are sited in four distinct large areas separated by hedges, trees and surrounded by dry stone Our four resident Alpacas, Yogi, Booboo, Ranger and Django love to meet our guests and our free roaming chickens provide us with a supply of fresh eggs. Our setting in the rolling moors of the Hiraethog provides incredible views across the Snowdonia National Park to Snowdon and it's mountain range. Our site's proximity Corsydd Nug A Merddwr SSSI and our lake to the front of the house, means there is an abundance of wildlife which visits or calls Llywn Onn home.

9. mark rowland

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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.

10. Four Paws Glamping

3 units · Glamping · England

Four Paws is a luxury glamping site for you and your four legged friends to enjoy. Tucked away in the Welsh hills, on the outskirts of Aberystwyth, this secluded spot is perfect for unwinding and escaping the chaos of everyday life. Sit back and relax in the hot tub or on the decking, whilst your dog explores in the garden and collects a 'useful' pile of sticks for you!

11. Powys River Pods

3 units · Glamping · Wales

Luxury glamping pod holidays in the heart of Wales. Discover the beauty and tranquility of mid Wales while staying in our Powys River Glamping Pods. Nestled in the idyllic countryside of mid Wales and surrounded by incredible sights our glamping pods are in a wonderful riverside location near the banks of River Irfon. Located on the outskirts of the Irfon River Holiday Park, a secluded 5-star Caravan and Campsite set in seven acres of gorgeous countryside, it's the perfect place to sit back, relax and enjoy the beautiful wildlife. The campsite itself is just under 3 miles from the nearest village and less than 7 miles from the nearest market town and shop. So whether you want to visit a pub, restaurant or tea room you will have plenty of choice. The area has plenty to keep busy, rich with historical outings, outdoor pursuits and a multitude of serene views. Set in the beautiful Welsh countryside our luxury two person wooden pods are the perfect pod holiday if you need a relaxing break from your day-to-day life. We have both pet friendly and pet free glamping pods. Exclusive on-site activities such as fishing are available along with the chance to explore the serene surroundings and nearby historical sites.

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School Farm Holidays

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5 units · Glamping ·

Welcome to School Farm Holidays in Shropshire. We are a small family run site offering unique luxury one and two bedroomed glamping pods and four bedroomed cabin surrounded by the glorious Shropshire countryside. Each unit has a private patio and seating area with stunning views and peace and quiet. Feel free to walk in the fields, pick fruit in the orchard and picnic by the brook. We have a new Nature Trail Eye Spy for the children, Walks from the doorstep and games room for rainy days. Plenty of on site Parking & charging point for Electric Vehicles Centrally located in the UK in Shropshire’s AONB we are ideally placed to relax and reconnect or visit local attractions such as Ironbridge, Blists Hill, Attingham Park and Wroxeter Wroman City. Less than a hours drive from Birmingham and 25 minutes off the M54 and yet a world apart.

Llwyn Onn Glamping, North Wales.

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4 units · Glamping · Wales

ADULTS ONLY SITE. Welcome to our home Llwyn Onn (Ash Grove), where we offer Guest House and Glamping accommodation set in the beautiful North Wales countryside. Llwyn Onn Glamping is located off the A5 close to the village of Rhydlydan, with the picturesque village of Betws-Y-Coed, eight miles away offering a range of walks, small shops and dining out options. Our glamping pods and shepherd huts are sited in four distinct large areas separated by hedges, trees and surrounded by dry stone Our four resident Alpacas, Yogi, Booboo, Ranger and Django love to meet our guests and our free roaming chickens provide us with a supply of fresh eggs. Our setting in the rolling moors of the Hiraethog provides incredible views across the Snowdonia National Park to Snowdon and it's mountain range. Our site's proximity Corsydd Nug A Merddwr SSSI and our lake to the front of the house, means there is an abundance of wildlife which visits or calls Llywn Onn home.

mark rowland

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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.

Four Paws Glamping

3 units · Glamping · England

Four Paws is a luxury glamping site for you and your four legged friends to enjoy. Tucked away in the Welsh hills, on the outskirts of Aberystwyth, this secluded spot is perfect for unwinding and escaping the chaos of everyday life. Sit back and relax in the hot tub or on the decking, whilst your dog explores in the garden and collects a 'useful' pile of sticks for you!

Powys River Pods

3 units · Glamping · Wales

Luxury glamping pod holidays in the heart of Wales. Discover the beauty and tranquility of mid Wales while staying in our Powys River Glamping Pods. Nestled in the idyllic countryside of mid Wales and surrounded by incredible sights our glamping pods are in a wonderful riverside location near the banks of River Irfon. Located on the outskirts of the Irfon River Holiday Park, a secluded 5-star Caravan and Campsite set in seven acres of gorgeous countryside, it's the perfect place to sit back, relax and enjoy the beautiful wildlife. The campsite itself is just under 3 miles from the nearest village and less than 7 miles from the nearest market town and shop. So whether you want to visit a pub, restaurant or tea room you will have plenty of choice. The area has plenty to keep busy, rich with historical outings, outdoor pursuits and a multitude of serene views. Set in the beautiful Welsh countryside our luxury two person wooden pods are the perfect pod holiday if you need a relaxing break from your day-to-day life. We have both pet friendly and pet free glamping pods. Exclusive on-site activities such as fishing are available along with the chance to explore the serene surroundings and nearby historical sites.

Stories from the community

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Yasmin

November 2025

Weekend Trip to Celtic Woodland Holidays

This was our second time staying here, and it was even more special than the first time. Every second is something to cherish. Hosts are lovely, warm and very welcoming. Facilities are outstanding, with communal kitchen and games rooms with had a pool table, air hockey and the means to play table tennis. The pod was warm, comfortable and homely. We cannot wait to stay again. Perfect getaway.

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Hakim

October 2025

Weekend Trip to Powys River Pods

We had a wonderful stay! The place was clean, beautiful, and very comfortable. The host was friendly and easy to communicate with. Highly recommended!

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Andrew

September 2025

With kids

Weekend Trip to Marbury Camp and Lodge

Fantastic glamping pod, very quiet and peaceful site. Everything we needed and more! Recommended to everyone

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Hayley

September 2025

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Great House Farm Luxury Pods

We had a great stay in the Wye Pod at Great house farm. Communication was fab and super speedy! All info was sent over on email before our stay and made it very easy for checking in. The pod was cosy and clean, as well as the hot tub being the perfect temperature for arrival. The views are amazing and we all wished we could wake up and use a hot tub with that view everyday! the animals are all cheeky and fun to watch, my favourite was the donkeys! We had a really great dog friendly stay and would defo stay again! The only thing we wouldn't have minded more of was the tea, coffee & sugar. Otherwise a stunning stay!

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Steven

August 2025

With pets

2 nights at Celtic Woodland Holidays

Really nice and peaceful place that is clean and well maintained. Would definitely return! The hosts are lovely and incredibly accommodating. What a brilliant location! My only gripe is with another guest, but there’s nothing the hosts could do to stop this. Essentially another guest that was blatantly a male (nice enough as a person) was using the women’s toilets. Numerous times my partner went in with my 8 year old daughter to be met by him in the loos. I know it’s the way of this mad world at the moment, as people can identify as an orphaned penguin. But if my daughter had gone in alone, this could have been a potentially dangerous situation with someone that is obviously mentally ill. I have no idea how this can be managed and prevented though without unnecessary cost. Anyway, this doesn’t affect our opinion of the venue at all. Brilliant break and a much needed period of no devices allowed for myself on my family. Thanks again.

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Lara

August 2025

Weekend Trip to Great House Farm Luxury Pods

We had a lovely time in the Irfon pod, everything was exactly as described and our hosts were wonderful. The animals, who were very cunning and hatched their escape were so delightful and really made the trip special, I would definitely recommend to anyone who wants a break from city life and some time around friendly farmstock (I wish I could have taken your goat home)

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Leigh

July 2025

Weekend Trip to 68 Degrees West

We loved our stay here, well equipped and beautiful surroundings. The facilities were also exceptionally clean.

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James

June 2025

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Celtic Woodland Holidays

Beautiful view, generous hosts and great stay in the cosy wood cabin

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Jenny

May 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Brandy House Farm

Beautifully kept farm with everything you’d need for a relaxing break. The owners are really helpful, food was fantastic - super place

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Diane

May 2025

With kids

Weekend Trip to School Farm Holidays

We stayed in Stag Lodge. Delighted with our accommodation. It was comfortable, stylish, and had every facility. A wonderful hot tub. Helen was a great host, e mailing a really useful handbook, about the Lodge, & area. I appreciated the fact that all the essential items like soap, dishwasher tablets, salt, pepper, teabags etc etc were supplied…! A great base to enjoy visiting an interesting area.

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Rebecca

May 2025

With kids

Weekend Trip to Great House Farm Luxury Pods

Absolutely stunning location with beautiful views from our pod and hot tub!! Pod had everything you could possibly need and more, we found it comfortable for me, my husband and teenager. Really enjoyed watching the animals grazing and loved seeing the Pygmy goats!

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Mila

May 2025

Weekend Trip to Celtic Woodland Holidays

Beautiful place, has everything you need and so thoughtfully put together! I would definitely re-book

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Lee

April 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Celtic Woodland Holidays

Really enjoyed our stay in Poplys. The podcast was comfortable, warm and well equipped and the whole site was pretty and well thought out, with a good "amenity hub" which is particularly useful in inclement weather. The only slight issue we had was we found the temperature of the showers to be inconsistent and they seemed to start off warm but quite quickly get much colder. It should also be noted that the owners' dogs are free to wander the site which may be a concern for people who are nervous of dogs: one of them made my daughter and I jump when it appeared from the veranda of our pod as we returned one night from the bathroom (although it was perfectly friendly) and the other dog, which was more nervous, was by our car on two occasions when we wanted to access it and barked at us as we approached the car - it did back off when we got closer but some people might find that unnerving. Overrall we had a lovely stay and I'd be happy to return and also to recommend it to others.

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Rebecca

February 2025

Weekend Trip to Great House Farm Luxury Pods

Beautiful view. The sky at night is unlike anything I have ever seen; so clear that I could see every star! The hosts were personable and helpful. They offered activities and provided advice for food orders. The hot tub was stunning and located right next to the pod, so it felt very private hopping from one to the other. It was a well needed relaxing weekend! We will defo be going back :)

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Hyunah

November 2024

With pets

Weekend Trip to Celtic Woodland Holidays

Cosy and well equipped pods and communal area - absolutely loved our stay!

Happy farmer sitting in a truck in a grassy field

Glamping pods in Stiperstones National Nature Reserve guide

Where to go

River East Onny & Darnford Brook

These two waterways link to form a natural divide between Stiperstones NNR and The Long Mynd to the southeast. With some of the only level, grassy ground between these two popular hilly areas, this is a region attracting lots of outdoor lovers. One of the best pitching places can be found in the wildflower meadows near Ratlinghope, where the Shropshire Way and Cross-Britain Way long-distance paths pass close.

The Long Mynd

The dramatic seven-mile-long wedge of plateau southeast of Stiperstones NNR is The Long Mynd: also part of the Shropshire Hills AONB. Scored by steep valleys and covered in stark moorland, it’s a magnet for hikers as several long-distance paths, such as the Shropshire Way and Cross-Britain Way trundle through, alongside mediaeval trading route The Portway. Prehistoric sites litter the hillsides too.

Kerry Ridgeway

Running along a ravishing ridgetop with Wales on one side and England on the other, this ancient route follows the way cattle drovers would have journeyed with their livestock. It spans 15 miles between Kerry in Wales and Bishop’s Castle in England, a few miles south of Stiperstones NNR. Expect comely sites and glamping pods set in rolling fields with fire pits and picnic tables.

Montgomery Canal & Northern River Severn Loop

Partially navigable Montgomery Canal threads between Frankton Junction in England, where it intersects with the Llangollen Canal, and Newtown in Wales. It runs about ten miles west of Stiperstones NNR. Sleepy, scenic countryside makes the whole waterway a very pleasant place to walk, cycle or try narrowboating. For much of its Welsh course (Arddleen-Newtown), the canal runs close to the northernmost winds of the River Severn. This level, lush, river-laced terrain has excellent camping possibilities.