All you need to know about camping in Wrexham

 

Wrexham – why go there? Well, this county in North Wales is now firmly on the map thanks to A-list actors Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney’s high-profile takeover of the local football club. And, in keeping with the LA theme, it’s now got a Hollywood-esque ‘WREXHAM’ sign sitting in the hills above the main town. 

But why go camping in Wrexham…? The local landscape for starters – set between the lower Dee Valley and county’s easternmost mountains, it’s pretty lush. Plus, it's well positioned for access to all sorts of adventures in North Wales and Central England, from hiking in Snowdonia National Park to checking out the 11 best things to do in Cheshire. 

Where to camp in Wrexham

Browse all our campsites in Wrexham to find the best place to stay. Or take a look at these top spots: 

Commonwood Leisure

Laze by the lakes at this glamping site, a 60-acre space with 10 bodies of water for all types of fishing. Even the kids can get in on the action – there are ponds for every level, from amateur to pro. The glamping tents are set up either by a one-acre lake or in a family area away from the water's edge, and wherever you stay, you'll get a private fishing peg plus a personal toilet and car parking space. To fuel up ahead of an angling session or a meet and greet with the on-site pygmy goats, order a meal from the lovely café.

Lady Willington Camping and Caravan Site

This well-kept, family-run park on the Welsh border has spectacular views of the surrounding countryside. Owners Pam and Richard are friendly folk who’ve put a lot of effort into making the campsite as comfy as possible – they’ve added a suntrap of a terrace inside a walled garden and amenities like toilets, shower and a washing-up area, all updated in 2021. Pitches each have an electricity and water supply too, and barbecues are allowed.  

What to pack for your Wrexham camping trip

Our ultimate camping checklist has your packing sorted, but it’s also worth prioritising: 

• Hiking boots for the best walks in Wrexham 

• A swimsuit for paddleboarding or kayaking on the Llangollen Canal

• Your National Trust pass for entry into historic hotspots like Erddig

• A Red Dragons football scarf to wear when catching a Wrexham A.F.C. game 

And if you’re stuck on whether you actually want to go camping or might prefer glamping, decide by taking a look at our beginners’ guide to choosing the top pitching options. We’ve also got FAQs on how to go glamping.

Key things to know about camping in Wrexham

Pitching up in this county’s not so different from anywhere else in Wales, but here are a few handy tips: 

Where to find food

Wrexham is semi-rural, but there are plenty of supermarkets outside the county’s main town to stock up on grub for the barbecue or campfire back at your site. 

Rather shop local? Find a farm store like Swans with its own butcher’s counter and locally sourced chutneys, jams and cakes. There are plenty more farm shops and farmers' markets around to help you find the best local produce too.

Prefer dining out? Here are some of Wrexham’s finest restaurants. And there’s always the option to have a takeaway delivered right to your tent flap by local company Wrexham Eats. Best washed down with a Bootlegger 1974 Pilsner from the county’s Bavarian-style brewery. 

Where to buy camping supplies

There are a handful of chain camping shops in Wrexham town and across retail parks. Pro Adventure is worth a look for everything else, from tents and hammocks to bushcraft tools. And repair shop Broadway Leisure has you covered if your caravan needs a little TLC.

What to do in Wrexham

Attractions

There’s loads to get up to in this county – including the top things to do in Wrexham – but it’s worth going off-piste into the surrounding areas too. Chester, one of the main Roman towns hereabouts, has a Roman amphitheatre to rove around less than half an hour's drive away. It’s also got Tudor buildings and Grade-I-listed city walls, among the best-preserved in Britain, along with an 11th-century cathedral.

Stately structures are definitely popular in these parts – check out Chirk Castle and Combermere Abbey to kick things off. Or you could head off on Wrexham’s top scenic walks. Five long-distance trails start from Whitchurch's Jubilee Park, including the Shropshire Way running along the Llangollen Canal. Peer at Pontcysyllte Aqueduct, a World Heritage Site that carries the aforementioned canal over the River Dee, too.  

Activities 

Watersports

Bearded Men Adventures does all it can to get your adrenaline pumping. Try archery and axe throwing, go canoeing over the aqueduct, or float down the river in a tube. 

Cycling

If your campsite doesn’t offer cycle hire, rent a bike from OnePlanet Adventure and take to the local trails. Or fly down the forest tracks of Coed Llandegla over in Denbighshire (one of the best things to do in that county). 

Golfing 

Keen on the green? Find campsites in Wrexham near golf courses. 

For more inspiration on what to do and where to wander, have a look at our in-depth guide to camping in North Wales – whether Denbighshire is your destination of choice or you’re going to Gwynedd.