Campsites for backpackers in Lea Cross, Shropshire
8 bookable campsites within 15 miles of Lea Cross
All distances are calculated "as the crow flies".
Long Mountain Centre
Shrewsbury, Shropshire, England- Peaceful, family-run site on a working farm in rural Shropshire
- A 10-minute drive from the Shropshire Hills; 15 minutes from Welshpool
- Guided tours of the farm and stables; barbecues welcome on site
Sychpwll Centre
Llandrinio, Powys, Wales- Hosted eco-friendly site surrounded by spectacular Powys countryside
- Eco buildings surrounded by a wildflower camping meadow
- Straw-bale kitchen, wooden play area, toilets and showers
Trinio Camping
Llandrinio, Powys, Wales- Rural site on a family-run working farm in Llandrinio
- A 10-minute drive to Welshpool; 35 minutes to Lake Vyrnwy
- Severn Way passes through the farm; local pub a few minutes' walk
The Green Caravan Park
Bishops Castle, Shropshire, England- Dog-friendly site on 15 acres of Onny Valley countryside
- River for pond dipping, paddling and fishing
- Popular pub serving food directly accessible from the site
Spring Field Dark Skies Eco Camp
Shrewsbury, Shropshire, England- Off-grid campsite with spectacular views over the Shropshire Hills
- Ironbridge Valley of Invention 25 minutes’ drive; hiking from site
- Spacious grass pitches in a dark-skies area; shops 15 minutes’ drive
Walnut Cottage Caravan Park
Much Wenlock, Shropshire, England- Family-run smallholding in the Shropshire Hills National Landscape
- Spectacular views over Wenlock Edge and surrounded by walking trails
- Barbecues and firepits welcome; friendly dogs permitted on a lead
Fairhaven Camping and Glamping
Oswestry, Shropshire, England- Family-run site in peaceful rural Shropshire, with firepit hire
- Near the Montgomery canal; British Ironwork Centre five minutes' drive
- Within walking distance of pubs serving food; buy eggs on site
Woodbatch Camping and Glamping
Bishops Castle, Shropshire, England- Rural Shropshire Hills escape five minutes from Bishop's Castle
- Walking, horse riding and mountain biking all nearby
- Luxury shower block with hairdryers; campers' kitchen and firebowls
Lower Vessons View
Habberly, Shropshire, England- Rural site with well-spaced pitches and pretty countryside views
- In a rural location in the Shropshire Hills National Landscape
- Pick-your-own spot stays on a nearly-wild park run by helpful owners
Brook House Farm Camping and Caravan Site
Crewgreen, Powys, Wales- Peaceful and secluded farm site on the banks of the River Severn
- Private stretch of river and pond available for fishing
- Breakfasts and café on site; firepit hire available
Womerton Farm Campground
All Stretton, Shropshire, England- Peaceful, nearly wild site with views of the Long Mynd plateau
- Amid the Shropshire Hills, a 10-minute drive from Church Stretton
- Half an hour from Shrewsbury and 35 minutes from Ludlow
Minton Hill Pods
Church Stretton, Shropshire, England- Quiet purpose-built camping pods in the Shropshire Hills
- Hike for around an hour to reach Carding Mill Valley
- Firepit and gas cooker provided; three pubs and lots of trails nearby
Mowbray Meadow
Church Stretton, Shropshire, England- Peaceful 10-acre wild site with gorgeous views in the Shropshire Hills
- A 10-minute walk to the Long Mynd; 20 minutes' drive to Ludlow
- Pick your own pitch; village pub and café within walking distance
Windy Corner Campsite
Pontesbury, Shropshire, England- Calm wild camping site on the outskirts of the Shropshire Hills
- A 10-minute drive from Pontesbury Hill and 20 minutes to Shrewsbury
- Washing machine, charging points and water provided; pubs nearby
Broadmeadow
Church Stretton, Shropshire, EnglandMeadowtown Farm
Minsterley, Shropshire, England- Back to basics wild camping on a 32-acre Shropshire Hills farm
- In the hamlet of Meadowtown; Shrewsbury town centre 35 minutes' drive
- Dog-friendly campsite; barbecues and campfires welcome
Tranquil Hill
Shrewsbury, Shropshire, England- Scenic dog-friendly hilltop site just outside the Shropshire Hills
- A 25-minute drive from Ironbridge Gorge; half an hour from Shrewsbury
- Barbecues and campfires allowed; shops and pubs 10 minutes’ drive away
Upper Severn Farm Camping
Welshpool, Powys, Wales- Simple site on a working Powys farm with access to the Severn river
- A 10-minute drive to Welshpool, the Montgomery Canal and Powis Castle
- Secluded grass pitches by a pond, with pubs, shops and castles nearby
