Campgrounds for backpackers in North West England
43 bookable campgrounds in North West England
All distances are calculated "as the crow flies".
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Whitehough Outdoor Centre
Burnley, Lancashire, England- Back to basics camping surrounded by scenic countryside and woodland
- Walks five minutes’ drive, including Pendle Hill and sculpture trail
- Pubs within walking distance; dogs permitted on a lead
Samlesbury Hall
Preston, Lancashire, England- Glamping in the grounds of a 14th-century stately home
- Shepherd's huts with ensuite bathrooms, heating and proper beds
- Heritage café with ice cream; large playground on site
Primrose Cottage Camping
Chorley, Lancashire, England- Quiet campsite in rural Lancashire for adults only
- A mile from Chorley town centre; Rufford Old Hall 20 minutes' drive
- Dog-friendly pitches beneath Healy Nab; pub 10 minutes' walk away
Newlands Valley Campsite
Keswick, Cumbria, England- Well-maintained Lake District site half a kilometre from Derwentwater
- A five-minute drive from Catbells; 15 minutes from Whinlatter Forest
- Pub with a beer garden a short walk away; adventure centre nearby
Ullswater View Campsite
Pooley Bridge, Cumbria, England- Wild camping with spectacular views of Ullswater in the Lake District
- Pooley Bridge five minutes’ drive, and Lowther Castle 20 minutes
- Spring water and portable toilets on site; pub 10 minutes’ walk
Ings Kippers Campsite and Shepherd's Hut
Windermere, Cumbria, England- Small, basic adults-only site two miles from Windermere
- Well placed for cycle paths and public transport; pub five mins' walk
- Firepit provided for each pitch; wood available to buy on site
Dalegarth Campsite
Boot, Cumbria, England- Pop-up site next to the River Esk in the Upper Eskdale valley
- Access to hill walking and wild swimming spots in the Lake District
- A 35-minute walk from an outdoor activity centre; pub 10 minutes
Happy Valley Camping
Stockport, Cheshire, England- Semi-rural Cheshire campsite on a farm next to a nature reserve
- Peak District walks or Manchester city centre within a half-hour drive
- Easy access to bus and train services; dogs welcome on site
Greystones Farm - Pendle View
Blackburn, Lancashire, England- Peaceful back to basics site on a working Lancashire farm
- On the edge of Belthorn village; short walk from pubs and a farm shop
- Gorgeous views and plenty of local walks; dogs welcome on site
Crake Trees Manor
Penrith, Cumbria, England- Organic family farm site overlooking fells
- In the Yorkshire Dales surrounded by walking and cycling routes
- Spacious pitches surrounded by peaceful wildflower meadows
Kelsall Hill Equestrian Centre
Tarporley, Cheshire, England- Cheshire countryside pitches at a working farm and equestrian centre
- Delamere Forest 10 minutes' drive; 20 minutes to Chester
- On-site café; watch the equestrian competitions for free
Low Scarside
Penrith, Cumbria, England- Small-scale Lake District campsite with direct access to the fells
- A mile and a half from Bampton; Ullswater 20 minutes’ drive
- Surrounded by Herdwick sheep; views over Haweswater Reservoir
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Highfield Campsite
Penrith, Cumbria, England- Simple off-grid pitches in the Cumbria countryside
- A 10-minute drive from Penrith, with easy access from the M6
- On the edge of the Lake District National Park for outdoor activities
Drybeck Farm
Carlisle, Cumbria, England- Small, eco-friendly farm site a mile from Armathwaite
- On the banks of the Eden River for wild swims
- Woodfired hot tub on site; within walking distance of village pubs
YHA Helvellyn
Penrith, Cumbria, England- Stunningly scenic site 300 metres up England's third highest mountain
- Quiet/secluded but with excellent amenities including bar and lounge
- Hot and cold breakfast buffet plus supper club meals available to buy
Family and the Field
Douglas, Isle of Man, England- Bikepacking friendy, market garden in the middle of the Isle of Man.
Frodsham Hill Campground
Frodsham, Cheshire, England- Peaceful spot on top of Frodsham Hill, with panoramic views.
FSC Castle Head
Grange-over-Sands, Cumbria, England- Grass pitches in the grounds of an environmental education centre
- A five-minute drive from Grange-over-Sands; 20 minutes from the M6
- Between the Morecambe Bay coast and Lake District National Park
Hale's Camping
Chester, Cheshire, England
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