Glasson Dock Campsite

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Glasson branch of the lancaster canal
Sunset over the canal
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  • Pop-up campsite in a scenic location by the Lancaster Canal
  • A 15-minute drive from Lancaster; Morecambe 25 minutes
  • Suitable for paddleboards, canoes, kayaks and fishing
The best thing about the waterside location of Glasson Dock Campsite? For some guests it will be the chance to chill out and watch canal boats chugging along or see wildlife flitting about. For others it’s all about the active options – this is a spot where you can launch canoes, kayaks and paddleboards, fish or find lovely canalside walks. This fab pop-up camping field is next to the Lancaster Canal, a few metres from Glasson Marina. As well as the canal, the river Lune is close by – and it’s not far to the Lancashire coast, perhaps best appreciated 25 minutes’ drive away at Morecambe Bay. The compact city of Lancaster (15 minutes) is close at hand too and has plenty of supermarkets, shops and places for dinner out. This simple site is equipped with functional portable toilets and cold outdoor showers and is a five-minute stroll from the various cafés and eateries of Glasson Dock, which is the starting point for a number of footpaths and bike trails. The campsite is a laidback place where dogs, barbecues and campfires are all allowed and you’ll have space for an awning or gazebo if you like. Travelling without a car? Glasson Dock Campsite is a few minutes' walk from a bus stop, where you can catch regular services to Lancaster and beyond.

Campground type

Tent sites 30
Caravan sites 5
RV & Motorhome sites 5
Open now
Opens 27 March
Please note
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • 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.
  • Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.
  • At least one of the party members must be aged 21 or over.
  • There is no reception building on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Thu, 27 Mar to

Site types & availability

Accommodation

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2 adults
0 children

Reviews

8.4

Overall rating from 124 Pitchup.com customers

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Location
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Facilities / Activities
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Customer service
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Child friendliness
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Cleanliness
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Wifi
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Budget/backpackerPeaceful

87% would recommend this campground to a friend

84% would stay here again

What customers say

Great canalside spot! Campsite's spacious, owners are ace, pitches flat. Close to town & walks. Basic, but clean facilities. Some found showers chilly & noise from neighbours. Rules sometimes a bit lax, toilets could be better. Still decent value though.

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Arrival date (latest first)

Great campsite well located in the middle of a lot of places…

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Anonymous

Unpowered grass tent or trailer tent site

Liked Great campsite well located in the middle of a lot of places to visit

Disliked Nothing, we had great neighbours

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great little family campsite

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stephanie S.

Unpowered grass tent or trailer tent site

Liked Lovely little campsite , the owner was lovely and really helpful, nothing was to much trouble. We will definitely camp the again.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Enjoyable weekend with y family

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Debbie S.

Unpowered grass caravan site

Liked Just returned home after 3 night stay - being truthful I only read the reviews AFTER we had booked and paid - was not really looking forward to it as there seemed to be some bad reviews - However, we were greeted by the owner, very nice man who told us where every was and how to get to the dock side - The toilet block looked a bit off putting but after entering was pleasantly surprised - toilets were clean, had lighting, toilet paper and paper towels put in daily - the toilet/disposal units for your own chemical seemed to be checked everyday too - plenty of bin space for your rubbish - the field (grass was short) was looked after - the families that were camping while we were there seemed friendly and respectful - no one running round fields at god knows what time and no loud music that went on into the night - small kids swing in middle of field and plenty of room for kiddies to run around and play safety - only down fall was lack of hot water

Disliked Not disliked but

lack of hot water - was a pain boiling water to wash pots.

Toilet cubicles, although clean the cubicles lacked space, had to stand to the side of toilet to get in and then your knees were against the door

Recommend to friends Visit again

Lovely

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Wifi
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Angelina M.

Unpowered grass tent or trailer tent site

Liked Laid back, relaxed atmosphere, helpful host. Dog friendly and a small walk away from the canal.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Krásné okolí, klidné místo milí vlastníci doporučujeme.…

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Zuzana B.

Unpowered grass caravan site

Liked Krásné okolí, klidné místo milí vlastníci doporučujeme.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great camp site, will camp here again

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Michael L.

Unpowered grass tent or trailer tent site

Liked Lovely camp site. Loved the fact that the canal was so close, for me to launch my canoe and paddle up and down the canal

Disliked Toilets need a bit of t.l.c

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great site, will definitely return

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8 out of 10
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John K.

Powered grass caravan site

Liked Great location, owner very nice, greated me on arrival. Quiet friendly site, showers and toilets block could do with updating, overall will definitely return.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Really enjoy coming here highly recommend

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Wifi
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Emma P.

Unpowered grass tent or trailer tent site

Liked Love it here so peaceful

Disliked The toilets are in need of upgrade

Recommend to friends Visit again

Would go back no electric isn’t a big thing really

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7 out of 10
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Value for money
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Accommodation
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Facilities / Activities
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Customer service
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Child friendliness
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Cleanliness
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Wifi
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lorna d.

Unpowered grass tent or trailer tent site

Liked Friendly place local to us lots to do around the place and some nice walks

Disliked No electric to the shower block which I didn’t see advertised

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great night.. Ian was really helpful and told us about everything to…

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Value for money
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Accommodation
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Facilities / Activities
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Customer service
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Child friendliness
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Cleanliness
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Wifi
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Amy H.

Powered grass caravan site

Liked Great night.. Ian was really helpful and told us about everything to do in the area.. lots to keep my little boy entertained.. will definitely visit again. Thanks

Recommend to friends Visit again

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 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

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

Themes

Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wildlife haven

Utilities

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

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearby

Type

Medium (26-50 sites)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Indoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby

Location

Glasson Dock Campsite

School Lane

Glasson Dock

Lancaster

Lancashire

England

LA2 0AR

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

53.99601°N
2.84292°W

Nearest transport

Coach
3.6 km Crossroads
4.1 km University Underpass
6.7 km Bus Station
Rail
6.2 km Heysham Port Rail Station
6.3 km Lancaster Rail Station
8.4 km Morecambe Rail Station
Ferry
6.2 km Heysham Ferry Terminal
12.6 km Knott End-On-Sea Ferry Landing
13.1 km Fleetwood for Knott End Ferry Landing

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

Keen to explore the local landscapes? Head to the coast for a day on the beach in Morecambe or a wander through the seaside scenery of the Arnside & Silverdale National Landscape; both are about 25 minutes' drive away. Inland, the Forest of Bowland National Landscape (20 minutes’ drive) is a great place for a walk, and also home to the Bowland Wild Boar Park (50 minutes). For a dose of history on your holiday, pay a visit to medieval Lancaster Castle (15 minutes) and the National Trust’s fabulous Sizergh (half an hour), with an imposing stately home at the centre of a 1600-acre estate. Those of you who love a few thrill rides will definitely want to make the journey to Blackpool Pleasure Beach (45 minutes), perhaps visiting Blackpool Tower, the zoo and the Sea Life Centre while you're there.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Morecambe South 8.8 km Sea N/AN/AGoodGood
Morecambe North 9.1 km Estuary GoodN/AGoodGood
Fleetwood 13.9 km Sea N/AGoodGoodGood
Cleveleys 18.5 km Sea N/AGoodGoodGood
Bispham 21.5 km Sea N/AGoodGoodGood

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Lancaster Castle 6.5 km

Beacon Fell Country Park 17.7 km

Holker Hall and Gardens 23.3 km

The Blackpool Tower 24.4 km

Blackpool Illuminations 24.7 km

National Trust

Cartmel Priory Gatehouse 23.9 km

Dalton Castle 28.6 km

Fell Foot Park 31.8 km

Sizergh Castle and Garden 32.3 km

Rufford Old Hall 39.9 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

Cockerham - Glasson - Lancaster Canal - Cockerham 4.2 km

ASHTON MEMORIAL GARDENS AND WILLIAMSON PARK 6.8 km

LANCASTER CEMETERY 7.4 km

Fluke Hall - Pilling - Presall - Knott End - Fluke Hall 8.3 km

Scorton - Bowland - Nicky Nook 8.9 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 Glasson Dock Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Glasson Dock Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Glasson Dock Campsite? Keen to explore the local landscapes? Head to the coast for a day on the beach in Morecambe or a wander through the seaside scenery of the Arnside & Silverdale National Landscape; … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Glasson Dock Campsite?
    Camping and caravan
    Arrive:  1 p.m. –  7 p.m.
    Depart by:  noon
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Glasson Dock Campsite? From $47.47 (for 1 night, 6 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.