Wrekin View Retreat

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Great green area
Great green area
River view pitch - lovely and exclusive
Stunning views
Clouds
Top of the wrekin
Wrekin view
Outside seating
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River view pitch - lovely and exclusive
Stunning views
Clouds

  • Small-scale Shropshire site in the small village of Walcot
  • A 15-minute drive from Telford and Shrewsbury
  • Laidback site, with dogs, barbecues and campfires allowed
When touring in Shropshire, there are a few places you've got to tick off along the way – Ironbridge Gorge, the Shropshire Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Shrewsbury, the county town, are all sure to be on the list. That's where Wrekin View Retreat comes in – this smashing little spot is within easy reach of all the local sights and, as its name suggests, is just a short distance from The Wrekin, an impressive hill a few minutes' drive from base that makes a great hike. This spot is very quiet, hosting just a handful of guests at any one time. With private access, secure grounds and a peaceful environment, it makes an appealing proposition for those that like their holidays on the low-key side. It's very laidback too, with dogs, barbecues and campfires all allowed (just use your common sense and follow all instructions from site staff). The facilities here are simple but well-maintained, with toilets, a wash basin and a well-maintained rustic shower for guests who haven't brought their own amenities. Please note that the only waste disposal available is for dog waste – please take all litter home with you. Wrekin View Retreat is in the small village of Walcot, just a few minutes' walk from a local pub and a short pedal from scenic National Cycle Route 81.

Site type

Motorhome pitches 2
Lodges, cabins, pods or huts 1
Open all year
Opens
Please note
  • Guests under the age of 16 are not allowed on site.
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.
  • Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
  • No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • A cable measuring at least 10 metres is needed for the electric hook-ups.
  • No electric barbecues allowed.

Languages spoken

English

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Accommodation

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Reviews

9.8

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99% would stay here again

What customers say

This is a small, peaceful, and friendly campsite with spacious pitches, electric hook-up, and excellent facilities, including a unique and highly praised shower. Visitors consistently highlight the welcoming and helpful hosts, beautiful countryside setting, and lovely views. The site is ideal for a relaxing break and is highly recommended by guests.

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Anonymous

Weir View electric gravel motorhome pitch

Liked We had a really nice pleasant stay for the night. Warm welcome from the owner. Showed us around the facilities which were all clean and well positioned. Small quiet site so had a really peaceful sleep.

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Great site with spacious pitches, fantastic views and clean facilities

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Joanne W.

Weir View electric gravel motorhome pitch

Liked The site has great views from every side. It is tidy and the facilities are clean. We were welcomed by Ann, after very helpful instructions from Kate (thank you both). We very much enjoyed our short stay. The weather was perfect for March and we had an awesome sunset and sunrise.

Disliked That one of our dogs puked on the bed of our van at 5am. .. but can't really blame that on anyone 😂

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River view and weir view pitches…

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Anonymous

River View electric grass campervan, tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked River view and weir view pitches … we stayed two nights absolutely fantastic place , lovey lady and her mum were so welcoming and friendly, cool shower in a stable and sooooo hot 😊

Disliked Nothing at all !

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Clean, level, private pitches and a lovely welcome.

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Anonymous

River View electric grass campervan, tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked friendly welcome and beautifully clean facilities.

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Riverside Relaxation with Unforgettable Views!

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SAMANTHA T.

Wrekin View electric gravel motorhome pitch

Liked I had such a fantastic stay at Wrekin View Retreat Campsite! From the moment i arrived, the setting was absolutely beautiful – the views are simply stunning and really make the whole place feel peaceful and special. Waking up to that scenery in the morning was a real highlight.

After meeting me at the gate, Kate showed me to the riverside pitch, which was perfect. Falling asleep to the sound of the water and sitting by the river in the evening with my fire pit was incredibly relaxing. It felt like a proper escape from the busy world.

One of the most memorable touches has to be the quirky shower set inside a converted stable – such a unique and charming feature! It’s little details like this that make the campsite stand out and give it so much character.

The whole place has a lovely atmosphere and you can tell a lot of care has gone into creating it. Id definitely recommend Wrekin View Retreat to anyone looking for a peaceful getaway with amazing views and a bit of countryside charm. I will absolutely be back next time with my older teenager as she adores the photos I sent her.

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Cute little site with well spaced…

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Anonymous

River View electric grass campervan, tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked Cute little site with well spaced out plots. We stayed on the Riverside View plot which had a wooden bench, table and solar lights already there. Fire pits are available to hire which is a nice touch. The host Kate was very welcoming and gave a tour of the facilities on arrival. Site was very peaceful so we had a lovely relaxing stay.

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Very nice stay

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Philip E.

Wrekin View electric gravel motorhome pitch

Liked Quirky but great. I wish we could have stayed longer

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Amazing place, staff and cat 🙂

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Anonymous

Weir View electric gravel motorhome pitch

Liked Everything

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Would recommend definitely if you like quiet and quirky

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Kate G.

River View electric grass campervan, tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked Choice of pitch and plenty of space and lovely views. Owners friendly and helpful. Use of fire pit was brilliant. Loved the shower/kitchen.

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Anonymous

River View electric grass campervan, tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked 5* Very relaxed site.

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Features

Dogs allowed

Adults only

Campfires allowed

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 Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet 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 Walkers' paradise

Utilities

Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby

Type

Tiny (1-10 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Mountain biking nearby Outdoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby

Touring and motorhomes

Water hook-up points for tourers

Location

Wrekin View Retreat

The Mill House

Walcot

Telford

Shropshire

England

TF6 5ER

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London GMT (GMT+00:00)

GPS

52.7074°N
2.60135°W

Nearest transport

Coach
6.3 mi Bus Station
6.8 mi Bus Station
11.1 mi Rural Cottages
Rail
3.6 mi Wellington (Shropshire) Rail Station
6.2 mi Shrewsbury Rail Station
6.4 mi Oakengates Rail Station

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

Local attractions

The Wrekin can be seen from all around here and can be reached by car in about 10 minutes. There are paths up both sides of the hill, with one that's gentler on the knees and another rougher route for those that appreciate a good challenge. There are plenty more climbs, rambles and cycle rides on offer if you head 20 minutes or so to the south to the Shropshire Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty – Church Stretton (30 minutes) is always a good place to start. To the east is Telford (15 minutes) and Ironbridge (20 minutes), a UNESCO World Heritage Site with a proud industrial past. As well as the Iron Bridge itself, this scenic stretch of the Severn is home to sights as varied as Buildwas Abbey (20 minutes), museums dedicated to tiles and china (20 minutes) and Benthall Hall (25 minutes), a National Trust property. In the other direction, you have Shrewsbury town centre (15 minutes), where boat trips, history walks and independent shops are on offer. Alternatively, on the outskirts of town there are historic sites like Wroxeter Roman City (10 minutes), Attingham Park (10 minutes), a stately home with gorgeous grounds, and Haughmond Abbey (15 minutes).

Must see

Darby Houses (Ironbridge) 6.4 mi

Blists Hill Victorian Town 6.6 mi

Ironbridge Gorge Museums 7.1 mi

Iron Bridge and Toll House 7.1 mi

Enginuity 7.2 mi

National Trust

Attingham Park 3.2 mi

Sunnycroft 3.6 mi

Attingham Park Estate: Cronkhill 4.5 mi

Wilderhope Manor 12.5 mi

Carding Mill Valley and the Shropshire Hills 14.6 mi

Cycle routes

Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.

Other

Wroxeter Roman City Circular 2.1 mi

ORLETON HALL 2.8 mi

ATTINGHAM PARK 3 mi

Up and Over the Wrekin 3.4 mi

Haughmond Abbey - Ebury Hill 3.7 mi

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Wrekin View Retreat have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Wrekin View Retreat dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Wrekin View Retreat? The Wrekin can be seen from all around here and can be reached by car in about 10 minutes. There are paths up both sides of the hill, with one that's gentler … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Wrekin View Retreat?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  12 p.m. –  8:30 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
    On-site accommodation
    Arrive:  3 p.m. –  8:30 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Wrekin View Retreat? From £30 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.