Sessile Oak Wild Camping
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- Dog-friendly wildlife haven with a river and ancient woodland
- A 10-minute drive from Gortin Glen Forest Park and Glenpark Estate
- Homemade ice cream available on site; salmon fishing
With 30 acres of ancient woodland and a river for salmon fishing, Sessile Oak Wild Camping is nothing short of a wildlife haven. Pitch up deep in the woods or on top of the hill – either way, you’ll have mighty-fine views, plenty of peace and wildlife all around.
This wild camping site is all about leaving no trace and there’s a strict rule that you shouldn’t leave anything behind. After all, it should be second nature to want to preserve such a spectacular river valley in Northern Ireland and woodlands which are believed to be one of the largest semi-natural deciduous woodlands (in other words, shaped by nature and man) in the Sperrin Mountains.
Pitches aren’t allocated here, so find your own spot. You might want to set up in the woodlands, where there aren’t any other humans, except maybe a few guests tracing the lush forest trails and local wildlife (which will usually see you first, so they take some tracking down). There are elevated areas up a long, private concrete road with views for miles too and riverside pitches (accessible by four-wheel drive only, weather permitting).
Once you’re all settled in, you might want to make a beeline for the river. Salmon fishing is splendid here (just get prior permission from the site, please). Or perhaps the Sperrin Mountains (around 20 minutes’ drive away) will tempt you first – they’re a dream for hiking.
When you arrive back, the site sells homemade ice cream as a refreshment or there’s a shop and restaurants in Plumbridge, five minutes’ drive away.
Site type
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1Open all year
This site has no on-site shower facilities.
At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.- Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.
- Please note that the toilet facilities are unisex.
- There is no reception on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.
- If making a fire, the fuel, logs and coal have to be purchased on site.
Languages spoken
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Features
Dogs allowed
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 WatersportsAmenities on site
Bath available Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Local produce Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearCamping 2.0
Jumbo tent pitchesThemes
Forest Lake and/or mountain Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wild camping Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Shop nearbyType
Farm Tiny (1-10 pitches)Nearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearbyLocation
Sessile Oak Wild Camping
40 Learden Road
Gortin
Omagh
Co. Tyrone
Northern Ireland
BT79 8QD
Directions Timezone
Europe/London GMT (GMT+00:00)
GPS
54.73686°N
7.26398°W
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
Here for the hikes? Then, make your way right over to Gortin Glen Lakes (five minutes’ drive) and Gortin Glen Forest Park (10 minutes). With mountain biking trails at the latter, those who like to shred up the trails will be in their element too.
As for places that are suited to pint-sized punters, Glenpark Estate (10 minutes) has a nice little set-up going on. The gorgeous grounds have rare-breed animals and a soft play area. Sprinkle a little history in with that at the Ulster American Folk Park (20 minutes), an open-air museum all about Irish emigration.
Moor Lough (20 minutes) is the place to go for wild swims in a glacial landscape – there are beaches dedicated to swimming around the lake, and trails galore. For the constellations? OM Dark Sky Park & Observatory (half an hour) has guided tours specialising in just that.
Perhaps you might look to Londonderry (40 minutes) for extra entertainment? The walled city has everything from museums and historical sites like the 17th-century Derry’s Wall gates and St. Columb’s Cathedral to paddleboarding activities on the river Foyle.
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
| Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lisfannon | 26.4 mi | Sea | Good | Good | N/A | Good |
| Rathmullan | 27 mi | Sea | Good | Good | Good | Good |
| Lady'S Bay, Buncrana | 28.4 mi | Estuary | N/A | Good | Good | N/A |
Data source: European Environment Agency
National Trust
Gray's Printing Press 10 mi
Wellbrook Beetling Mill 18 mi
Springhill 24.4 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
LOUGH FOYLE (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 04/09/2006) 23.4 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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- Does Sessile Oak Wild Camping have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Sessile Oak Wild Camping dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Sessile Oak Wild Camping? Here for the hikes? Then, make your way right over to Gortin Glen Lakes (five minutes’ drive) and Gortin Glen Forest Park (10 minutes). With mountain biking trails at the latter, those … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Sessile Oak Wild Camping?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: 1 p.m. – 6 p.m. Depart by: 12 p.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Sessile Oak Wild Camping? From £30 (for 1 night, 6 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.