Bickerton Sandstone Trail Campsite

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Visitor image of the pitches
Visitor image of the pitches
The farmhouse
Visitor image of the nice peaceful, welcoming site to stay
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Gardens and wildlife
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Fishing pond
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The farmhouse
Visitor image of the nice peaceful, welcoming site to stay
Grassy pitches

  • Quiet four-acre adults-only site half a mile from the Sandstone Trail
  • A five-minute drive from Bickerton Hill and 25 minutes from Chester
  • Barbecues permitted; cold water point available; a few pubs nearby
After somewhere quiet to prop your feet up between long walks? Sure thing – Bickerton Sandstone Trail Campsite has it sorted. The peaceful site is in rural Cheshire five miles from Malpas, half a mile from the Sandstone Trail and 25 minutes from Chester’s historical centre. So, that’s your trail sorted too… and a big cluster of historical sites, like a Roman amphitheatre, city walls and The Shambles. As a relaxing rural retreat, Bickerton Sandstone Trail Campsite is a basic site for adults only. Dogs have the green light, excellent news for all those who can’t bear to tackle a trail without their trusty sidekick. The four-acre lawn on site is well-maintained (only tents are allowed). There are just simple facilities there, including a toilet, a hot power shower and a cold-water point. Please note that this is a small site that does not provide toilet roll. All litter must be taken home with you. Barbecues have the go-ahead here too, so feel free to put your cooking skills to the test. Handily, there are a couple of farm shops within 10 minutes’ drive of the site if you want to hook yourself up with some fresh meat for the grill. Bickerton Hill, a National Trust site, is just five minutes’ drive away from the site. This wildlife haven links up to the Sandstone Trail, but get to the trail even quicker if you like, as it runs by half a mile away from the site too. No need to search high and wide for a pub to rest up in after you’ve finished your activities for the day. Conveniently, there are several pubs within five minutes’ drive of the site.

Campground type

Tent sites 10
Open now
Opens 1 April
Please note
  • Guests under the age of 18 are not allowed on site.
  • Minimum spacing of 15 metres between pitches.
  • Bookings must not consist of more than 2 different households.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Tue, 1 Apr to

Reviews

9.5

Overall rating from 63 Pitchup.com customers

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Peaceful

94% would recommend this campground to a friend

94% would stay here again

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A lovely stay, easily the nicest small site I’ve ever stayed at 😊

Overall 9/10

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Anonymous

Powered grass tent site

Liked I liked absolutely everything about this site, the location was remote enough to feel like I was in the countryside yet close enough to nearby supermarkets etc. The site itself is immaculately kept, the gardens stunning and the owner helpful and friendly. As a solo female camper safety is paramount for me, so the security gate onto the field was appreciated.

Disliked My only gripe was the cobwebs in the toilet, they were pretty well established (!) and it made me wonder how often they are cleaned. The loos themselves were clean, but just a suggestion!!!!

It's beautiful a little place .

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Ian C.

Powered grass tent site

Liked Tim met us on arrival, he was friendly and helpful. Large camping site with electric point ( I like my comfort now I'm getting old) WC facilities were always spotless, there's a place to wash your dishes with hot and cold water.
There robotic lawnmowers about the site to keep the grass areas perfectly clear with hardly any loose grass blades about.
It's perfectly placed to visit places of interest, attend festivals or if your just after a quiet place to relax.
We will definitely be back to this little gem of a place.
Thank you Tim for opening up this site

Disliked Nothing at all. It's perfect 👌

Well maintained, lovely small site, friendly host. 10/10*

Overall 10/10

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Riley-Sam l.

Powered grass tent site

Liked The host was lovely!
The site was very well maintained.
The toilets and shower where very clean.
The electrical hookup was conveniently placed and worked well.
The outdoor washing up area was clean and had hot water working.
The pitch was level
Our dog was very happy and comfortable.
The site is very conveniently located.
The site was secured by an electric gate.
Bins where conveniently located.

Disliked Nothing it was ideal!

Beautiful site.

Overall 10/10

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Rebecca T.

Field unpowered grass tent site

Liked The camp site was great! Beautiful views and so peaceful.
Shower and toilets were immaculate.

Beautifully maintained lawns ,was perfect for me ,my daughter and dogs,my…

Overall 7/10

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Michelle R.

Field unpowered grass tent site

Liked Beautifully maintained lawns ,was perfect for me ,my daughter and dogs,my sister and her partner and dogs.The canpsite pitches where well spaced out,not over crowded.The owner was very friendly ,explaining the facilities to us.The facilities toilet,shower, where clean .,Hot water available to wash the dishes. Very pleasant stay .

Disliked Nothing

Friendly staff, very nice area and well done. Very great open area.…

Overall 8/10

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Jordan D.

Field unpowered grass tent site

Liked Friendly staff, very nice area and well done. Very great open area.

Disliked The bins were mostly full so would recommend more

Excellent site

Overall 10/10

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Joanne M.

Powered grass tent site

Liked Brilliant campsite in a beautiful setting!
Peaceful, well-kept, and perfectly located for walking the Sandstone Trail. The facilities are well kept , and the owners are incredibly welcoming. A real gem – we’ll definitely be back! Thank you

Disliked Nothing

Amazing. It is everything that it is described as.…

Overall 10/10

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Paul T.

Powered grass tent site

Liked Amazing. It is everything that it is described as.

Disliked Nothing !

Lovely quiet site will be coming back again.

Overall 10/10

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Karen L.

Powered grass tent site

Liked The owner a lovely man, had plenty of time to talk to you. Made us feel very welcome the field is flat the pitches nicely spaced apart so you not listening to other campers in their tent. Small site adults only is a bonus for us, looking for chill time.

Absolute gem!

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Arianne J.

Field unpowered grass tent site

Liked What a gem! Amazing quiet site, so much space.
Being a bank holiday I was scared everywhere would be hammered. But this was perfect. It’s a huge field and everyone is so spread out.
We made the owner aware my dog wasn’t great with other dogs and we had the whole top end of the field.
It was clean, flat and quiet.
In understand why previous reviews state they will be back. Safe to say i will be one of them.

Disliked Nothing!

Features

Dogs allowed

Adults only

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

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 Wild camping

Utilities

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

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market

Type

Farm Tiny (1-10 sites)

Nearby leisure

Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby

Location

Bickerton Sandstone Trail Campsite

Manor Farm

Egerton

Malpas

Cheshire

England

SY14 8AN

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

53.06756°N
2.71873°W

Route directions

Please use the drive signposted Egerton Manor Farm cottages.

Nearest transport

Coach
13.3 km Bus Station
18.2 km Bus Exchange
18.7 km Bus Station
Rail
9.8 km Wrenbury Rail Station
11.5 km Whitchurch (Shrops) Rail Station
13.4 km Nantwich Rail Station
Ferry
41.3 km Woodside Birkenhead Ferry Terminal
41.9 km Liverpool Pier Head Ferry Terminal
42.1 km Liverpool Isle of Man & Dublin Terminal
Airport
31.4 km Liverpool John Lennon Airport
44.2 km Manchester Airport
44.3 km Manchester Airport Terminal 3

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

Wild swims to wake you up in the morning? No problem. Alderford Lake (15 minutes’ drive) is a swimming lake where you don’t just have to breaststroke… it also has an aqua park and watersports rental. Alternatively, get the fresh air whizzing past your ears from Wrenbury (15 minute), where there’s canal boat rental. Fully awake now, you might feel like a little trip back in time, so to say. The 19th-century gardens at Cholmondeley Castle Gardens (five minutes) now have sweet creatures like llamas and pygmy goats, while Bolesworth Castle (10 minutes) and Beeston Castle (15 minutes) various have exhibitions and events. You might feel like a lord or lady after leaving Erddig (half an hour), a National Trust country house and estate with family collections. The same goes for Chirk Castle (40 minutes), a medieval fortress. Of course, Chester (25 minutes) is chock-full of Roman sites. Chester Zoo (35 minutes), outside of the city, has heaps of animals – it’s a family-friendly day out indeed.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
West Kirby 46.2 km Estuary N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Wallasey 47.2 km Sea N/AGoodGoodGood
Moreton 47.2 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Meols 47.8 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Cheshire Military Museum 17.6 km

Chester Castle 17.6 km

Chester Cathedral 18.1 km

Delamere Forest 18.1 km

Chester Zoo 20.5 km

National Trust

Chirk Castle 28.9 km

Speke Hall, Garden and Estate 31.6 km

Biddulph Grange Garden 37.8 km

Nether Alderley Mill 40 km

Mr Hardman's Photographic Studio 40.6 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

Bickerton - Larkton Hill - Maiden Castle - Bickerton 1.2 km

The Sandstone Trail S to N (Part 2): Bickerton - Willington 1.4 km

CHOLMONDELEY CASTLE 2.7 km

Beeston Castle and the Peckforton Hills 4 km

Burwardsley - Raw Head - Higher Burwardsley 4 km

Local events

  • Creamfields (Thursday 21 August 2025 – Thursday 21 August 2025)

    Warrington, England 29.9 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.

Nearest campgrounds

Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable campgrounds.

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Bickerton Sandstone Trail Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Bickerton Sandstone Trail Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Bickerton Sandstone Trail Campsite? Wild swims to wake you up in the morning? No problem. Alderford Lake (15 minutes’ drive) is a swimming lake where you don’t just have to breaststroke… it also has an aqua … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Bickerton Sandstone Trail Campsite?
    Camping and caravan
    Arrive:  11 a.m. –  9 p.m.
    Depart by:  noon
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Bickerton Sandstone Trail Campsite? From $82.15 (for 2 nights, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.