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General
- Small and friendly adults-only site 10 minutes' drive from Shrewsbury
- A 15-minute drive to Wroxeter Roman City; Ironbridge half an hour
- Five-acre site with a bar and shop; shared kitchen; dedicated dog walk
Heritage hunters, serenity seekers, walkers, wildlife watchers and fans of all things Roman (and wine) … cart yourself off to this small, peaceful and secluded Shropshire site for all the above and a fair bit more, at a friendly rural base less than ten minutes' drive from the medieval market town and 600+ listed buildings of Shrewsbury.
As well as its locale five miles from the Shropshire capital, Cartref Camping and Caravan Site is also half an hour's drive from the famed industrial setting and UNESCO World Heritage Site of Ironbridge, and a short drive from Wroxeter Roman City and its adjoining Roman vineyard.
It's set in the Shropshire Hills where several walks and bike rides are easily reached, such as Offa's Dyke Path passing between Shrewsbury and nearby Welshpool; the Marches Way, also passing Shrewsbury on its way from Cheddar to Chepstow, and lake-based wanders around the glacial waters of Ellesmere.
The amiable Cartref owners have named the site after the Welsh word for 'home', as the mission on site is for everyone to feel relaxed and comfy, whether they're Crusoe-style campers or out on their first trip with a new tent or caravan. Pitches have a cosy, private feeling as they're marked out with hedgerows. Within the site's five-acre field is a dedicated dog walk, and there's also a small bar selling local ales, Wrexham lager and Shropshire gin along with wines and other spirits.
The immaculate amenities include a toilet and shower block with access for disabled guests, a washing-up area and a laundry. Cartfef also has a shop and communal kitchen.
Site type
Languages spoken
✓ English
Please note
The site does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.
Guests under the age of 18 are not allowed on site.
The grocery shop is open between 24/03 and 30/10.
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Max. persons: 6 x
One Campervan or Motorhome or Touring caravan allowed per pitch
Pitch size : Max 10.0m width x 10.0m depth (32.8ft width x 32.8ft depth) Calculated area: 100.0m² (1076.4ft²)
Ground type: Hardstanding
Bring an awning
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Features
Leisure on site
Bar or club house
Cycle hire
Evening entertainment
Fishing
Fitness centre
Games room
Indoor swimming pool
Kids' club
On-site restaurant/cafe
Outdoor swimming pool
Play area
TV room
Take away
Tennis
Watersports
Amenities on site
Bath available
Car parking by pitch/unit
Composting toilet
Disabled facilities
Dog park
Drying room
Food shop
Free wifi
Ice pack freezing
Internet access
Launderette
Local produce
Parent & baby washroom
Pick-up from public transport
Portaloo
Pub toilets
Public telephone
Shower available
Toilet block
Washing-up area
Wifi
Groups welcome
Family friendly
Motorcycle friendly
Single-sex groups welcome
Student groups welcome
Rules
Adults only
Barbecue provided
Barbecues allowed
Campfires allowed
Commercial vehicles allowed
Dogs allowed
Dogs allowed all year
Themes
Peaceful
Wildlife haven
Utilities
Charging facilities
Chemical disposal
Electric car charging point(s)
Gas cylinders available
Recycling available
Renewable energy
Nearby amenities
Bar nearby
Dog walk nearby
Nearby farmers' market
Shop nearby
Type
Medium (26-50 pitches)
Nearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby
Climbing nearby
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Golf nearby
Horse riding nearby
Indoor pool nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Restaurant nearby
Touring and motorhomes
Drainage hook-up points for tourers
Seasonal pitches
Water hook-up points for tourers
Location
Nearest transport
- Coach stations
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Rural Cottages
— 1.0 miles
Rural Cottages — 1.0 miles
Marche Lane Jct — 4.7 miles
- Train stations
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Shrewsbury Rail Station
— 5.0 miles
Yorton Rail Station — 9.4 miles
Church Stretton Rail Station — 11.4 miles
- Ferry ports
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Woodside Birkenhead Ferry Terminal
— 48.5 miles
- Airports
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Liverpool John Lennon Airport
— 44.2 miles
The campsite is easy to find off the Shrewsbury A5 Bypass, either take the A458 Welshpool road, on entering the village of Ford take the first left after the Shell Petrol station, following the Brown Caravan sign take the second right and the site will be found very soon on the left.
Or take the B4386 Montgomery Road off the A5 Bypass follow the road for a short while taking the first right where again you will see the Brown Cartref caravan sign on the junction. Take the second left, the campsite will be found shortly on the left.
Local attractions
Shropshire's splendid capital of Shrewsbury is around five miles from Cartref Camping and Caravan Site. The piles of old buildings to see will keep anyone occupied for quite some time, but ask around when you're there to see if any of the famed festivals are running during your stay: the Shrewsbury Flower Show, Folk Festival and the Shrewsbury International Cartoon Festival and more have their HQs here.
Roam a little further to Wroxeter Roman City, five miles south-east of Shrewsbury: once one of the biggest cities in Roman Britain, it's managed these days by English Heritage, which runs regular events, an audio tour and a museum around its bathhouse remains, townhouse re-creation and the biggest free-standing Roman wall in the country in the Old Work. Guided tours, afternoon teas and wines are available at Wroxeter Roman Vineyard.
The Industrial Revolution site of Ironbridge half an hour's drive away is another top Shropshire attraction, or you could sample some fine dining or afternoon teas in the foodie town of Ludlow. Ellesmere, with its glacial meres created during the last Ice Age, also has a bowling green at the ruins of its 11th-century motte-and-bailey castle.
Must see
- Powis Castle & Garden (12.7 miles)
- Much Wenlock Priory (14.6 miles)
- Darby Houses (Ironbridge) (16.0 miles)
National Trust
- Attingham Park Estate: Cronkhill (7.7 miles)
- Attingham Park (8.4 miles)
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Policies
Permitted arrival/departure time
| Camping and touring | ||
|---|---|---|
| Arrive: | 2 p.m. – | 7 p.m. |
| Depart by: | 11 a.m. | |
Cartref Camping and Caravan Site cancellation policy
No refunds within 2 weeks of arrival date.
No refunds/discounts for inclement weather, late arrivals or early departures.
If you need to cancel or amend your booking, please give as much notice as possible so that someone else has the chance to book. You may wish to buy holiday insurance for cancellations and for your property/injury whilst away.
Please note that your deposit is paid to Pitchup.com and is non-refundable.
Payment
A 15% non-refundable deposit is payable now. Cartref Camping and Caravan Site will debit the balance from your card 2 weeks before arrival, or if the arrival date is sooner than 2 weeks then the balance will be taken immediately.
You can also opt to pay the full amount at the time of your booking, or at any point before the due date.
Payment methods accepted on the park
CashCheque
Terms and conditions
Site booking terms and conditions- Does Cartref Camping and Caravan Site have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Cartref Camping and Caravan Site dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Cartref Camping and Caravan Site? Shropshire's splendid capital of Shrewsbury is around five miles from Cartref Camping and Caravan Site. The piles of old buildings to see will keep anyone occupied for quite some time, but ask … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Cartref Camping and Caravan Site?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: 2 p.m. – 7 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Cartref Camping and Caravan Site? From £27 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party. Check prices and availability
