Tackeroo Caravan Site

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  • No-frills bike-friendly site on 10 acres of Forestry Commission land
  • In Cannock Chase, a 10-minute drive from Rugeley and the A51
  • Access to popular mountain bike paths, including Follow the Dog trail
Woods, wild terrain and some of the finest mountain biking trails in the Midlands – access to all of the above is to be had from Tackeroo Caravan Site in the Cannock Chase Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. This Staffordshire park, set on Forestry Commission land, has pitches spread among the tall pine, spruce and evergreen trees. It’s got a wild feel – there are no showers, toilets or facilities in general, save for some rubbish bins and a waste disposal point to empty chemical toilets (which you’re required to bring if you want to stay here). Taps are on hand for filling up your water tank and bottle. It’s definitely worth lugging a mountain bike along on a trip to Tackeroo, which sits alongside the famed Follow The Dog trail, the Midlands’ first – and arguably still the best – dedicated mountain bike path. Outside peak camping season, the site hosts popular cycling-themed events and the area is a general hub for all things riding (head south for the Monkey Trail or north to explore Cannock Chase Country Park). It’s also around a mile or so to Birches Valley Forest Visitor Centre, a prime place to grab some tourist info brochures, get your bearings and make a plan for exploring the area. There’s a GoApe! activity centre, a Gruffalo nature trail for families and a decent little café as well. Oh, and more mountain biking trails of course…

Campground type

RV & Motorhome sites 40
Tent sites 40
Caravan sites 40
Open all year
Opens
Please note
  • This campground/park has no on-site toilet and shower facilities.
  • Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.
  • The campground/park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dog Act (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
  • No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.
  • No charcoal barbecues allowed.
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • Guests are required to bring their own toilet and shower facilities. Generators are permitted for a maximum of 2 hours between 10am and 6pm.

Languages spoken

English

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Reviews

9.5

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Bush

97% would recommend this campground to a friend

97% would stay here again

What customers say

A serene, off-grid woodland escape with plenty of space and pitch choice. Perfect for nature lovers, cyclists & walkers with trail access. Basic facilities (water/waste). Friendly wardens praised. Occasional noise from campers/cyclists and no on-site toilets noted.

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John L.

Unpowered concrete and grass site

Liked Very spacious, quiet

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Anonymous

Unpowered concrete and grass site

Liked Everything

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Perfect wild retreat with amazing trees and walks

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Helen M.

Unpowered concrete and grass site

Liked Beautiful quiet spot with lots and lots of space. Great for walking, biking, dog trails and relaxing

Disliked Nothing

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Great back to basics site. Perfect stop over

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Tania H.

Unpowered concrete and grass site

Liked Great back to basics site. great walks and rides from site, simple access instructions

Disliked Didn't see anyone from site, lots of dog poo on walks - not the sites fault but people are really bad for doing this...

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Lots of space, very quiet…

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Craig H.

Unpowered concrete and grass site

Liked Lots of space, very quiet

Disliked Nothing

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Back to basics campsite, close to…

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Helen R.

Unpowered concrete and grass site

Liked Back to basics campsite, close to the trails, and right on the red cycle trail

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Quiet basic site but very calming

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paul v.

Unpowered concrete and grass site

Liked Spacious pitches and wardens really helpful. Very peaceful site in lovely surroundings.

Disliked Water points are quite spaced out

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So peaceful the views are amazing…

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Phill G.

Unpowered concrete and grass site

Liked So peaceful the views are amazing
Been here a few times now and we'll definitely be back again

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Lovely site, you could be absolutely…

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Carol R.

Unpowered concrete and grass site

Liked Lovely site, you could be absolutely anywhere in the country. Great walks. Super friendly warden. Great walks.

Disliked Nothing to dislike

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Spacious pitches within the forest. Loved…

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Sean H.

Unpowered concrete and grass site

Liked Spacious pitches within the forest. Loved that we were able to choose our location on site.

Disliked Nothing

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Features

Dogs 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 site/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundry Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

D. of E. welcome Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Bush Peaceful Remote location Walkers' paradise Wild camping

Utilities

Charging facilities Dump point Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available No hot water Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby

Type

Medium (26-50 sites)

Accessibility

Uneven terrain; gravel or loose mud

Nearby leisure

Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Horse riding nearby Mountain biking nearby

Location

Tackeroo Caravan Site

Penkridge Bank Road

Rugeley

Staffordshire

England

WS15 2UA

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)

GPS

52.74759°N
1.99973°W

Nearest transport

Coach
8.2 km Crown Bridge
8.2 km Crown Bridge
10.3 km Railway Station
Rail
4.2 km Hednesford Rail Station
4.3 km Rugeley Town Rail Station
5.3 km Rugeley Trent Valley Rail Station
Airport
37.5 km Birmingham International Airport
37.5 km Birmingham International Airport Terminal 1
37.6 km Birmingham International Airport Terminal 2

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

Once you’ve ridden around all the area’s excellent mountain biking trails several times, keep the adrenaline pumping while suspended high above the forest canopy at Go Ape Cannock (five minutes’ drive), an activity centre with almost 1,500 metres of tree-to-tree crossings. Less energetic dawdles in the area include dog-walking and orienteering trails. Other gentle ways to while away a day include wanders by the water at Fairoak Pools (five minutes) or fly fishing on the banks of Blithfield Reservoir (15 minutes). Amateur historians could amble around Castle Ring, an Iron Age site (15 minutes), while shoppers might prefer to dip in and out of the boutiques of Rugeley market town (10 minutes). If stately homes appeal, navigate your way to the National Trust’s Shugborough Estate (15 minutes), a huge Georgian building with a walled garden. Into flexing your creativity? Check out Ingestre Hall, a Grade II-listed 17th-century Jacobean mansion and the UK’s only dedicated Residential Arts Centre (20 minutes).

Must see

Samuel Johnson Birthplace Museum & Bookshop 13.6 km

National Memorial Arboretum 17.2 km

Boscobel House & the Royal Oak 18.3 km

Sudbury Hall 22.2 km

Royal Air Force Museum Cosford 23.9 km

National Trust

Shugborough Estate 5 km

Letocetum Roman Baths and Museum 14 km

Moseley Old Hall 14.1 km

Sudbury Hall and the National Trust Museum of Childhood 22 km

Wightwick Manor and Gardens 22.5 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

GERMAN MILITARY CEMETERY 1.7 km

Seven Springs - Shugborough - Cannock Chase - Seven Springs 3.9 km

SHUGBOROUGH 5.1 km

Battle of Hopton Heath, 1643 10.7 km

SANDON PARK 13 km

Local events

  • Bloodstock Open Air (Thursday 6 August 2026 – Thursday 6 August 2026)

    Swadlincote, England 20.5 km

  • Moseley Folk Festival (Friday 4 September 2026 – Friday 4 September 2026)

    Birmingham, England 34.2 km

  • Download Festival (Wednesday 10 June 2026 – Wednesday 10 June 2026)

    Derby, England 43 km

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 Tackeroo Caravan Site have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Tackeroo Caravan Site dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Tackeroo Caravan Site? Once you’ve ridden around all the area’s excellent mountain biking trails several times, keep the adrenaline pumping while suspended high above the forest canopy at Go Ape Cannock (five minutes’ drive), an … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Tackeroo Caravan Site?
    Camping and caravan
    Arrive:  1 p.m. –  7 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Tackeroo Caravan Site? From $33.82 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.