Church Stretton Camp and Fish (Oaklands)

View prices & book 9.4 145 reviews
View across the carp lake to the lake pitches
Peaceful field by the lake
Spectacular location
June 2021

  • Small family-run site and fishery near Church Stretton in Shropshire
  • Ironbridge Valley of Invention half an hour’s drive; Ludlow 25 minutes
  • Three fishing ponds, an air-rifle range and playground on site
Retreat to Church Stretton Camp and Fish – an independently run campsite and fishery set in the Shropshire Hills National Landscape – for quiet escapes on long woodland walks or countryside bike rides. Set on 40 acres of meadows, woodland, brooks and lakes, it’s 10 minutes’ drive from pubs, restaurants and shops in Church Stretton, and heather-covered hills in the Carding Mill Valley. And don’t forget the fishing. The site has three fishing lakes suitable for any level of skill, well-stocked with multiple varieties of carp of 20lbs and above, as well as sturgeon, bream, perch, roach, trout and gudgeon. The on-site shop sells camping and fishing essentials (including bait); you can also hire rods and tuition is subject to availability. Even if you’re not a mad-keen angler, there’s plenty to do on site. Other sporty amenities include a wild-swimming lake, where you can also kayak or paddleboard, as well as a rifle range (with rifle hire). And kids can whizz around on electric quad bikes (hire charges apply), or run off energy on the trampoline, swings and slides in the play area. Modern amenities include several shower and toilet blocks (please note there is no hot water on site, apart from in the showers), water points and washing facilities. There is also a communal area for charging your devices. The friendly site owners actively encourage open fires. Free firepits are provided and you can buy firewood at competitive prices (please do not bring your own wood onto the site).

Site type

Tent sites 140
RV sites 3
Lodges, cabins, pods or huts 1
Open all year
Opens
Please note
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • Your dog must be tattooed or microchipped.
  • The park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Breed-specific legislation (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
  • Group bookings of 20 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
  • Facilities/activities including fishing and air rifle range are subject to extra charges payable on arrival.
  • Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.
  • At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.
  • Units longer than 6 metres are not allowed.
  • If making a fire, the fuel, logs and coal have to be purchased on site.
  • Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
  • No toilet paper or hand wash provided. The activities need to be booked in advance, they are subject to availability and to extra charges payable on arrival.

Languages spoken

English

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Location
10
Value for money
9
Accommodation
9
Facilities / Activities
9
Customer service
10
Child friendliness
9
Cleanliness
9
Wifi
6

94% would recommend this site to a friend

94% would stay here again

What customers say

Lovely natural setting with private woodland/lakeside spots. Friendly staff, peaceful vibes, and great for fishing/swimming. Facilities are basic but clean. A few noted shower queues & occasional litter, but highly recommended for a relaxed, back-to-basics getaway.

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We had a wonderful one-night stay…

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Lena M. 1 review

Lakeside primitive grass tent campsite (medium)

Liked We had a wonderful one-night stay at this campsite—gorgeous nature by a beautiful lake, perfect for a walk. The toilets were super clean, and the tap water was drinkable, which was a big bonus. Chris, who runs the place, was so welcoming and helpful—an extra star for him! Highly recommend it.

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Beautiful lakes and enjoyed the swimming…

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Anonymous

Lakeside primitive grass tent campsite (small)

Liked Beautiful lakes and enjoyed the swimming lake.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Loved the whole experience! Felt like…

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10 out of 10
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John M. 1 review

Primitive forest floor tent campsite (medium)

Liked Loved the whole experience! Felt like wild camping but with the added extras of a toilet block a very short walk from the pitch. Beautiful site with little walks and very private in the areas of the forest.

Disliked One shower block was not working.

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The expansive site on which there…

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7 out of 10
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Anonymous

Lakeside primitive grass tent campsite (small)

Liked The expansive site on which there was lots to explore and see. We were lakeside but really liked the look of the woodland pitches for another time. It was really quiet when we went so we loved having a lot of the space to ourselves.
The facilities were well maintained.
We were also checked in on to see if everything was ok and if we needed anything which was super nice.

Disliked On the face of it there were plenty (4 spread about) of shower blocks however only one appeared to be working right at the front near reception. In that block there was only one shower which was fine for the time we went but if it had have been busier then I imagine it would have been trickier.

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I’d stay again

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5
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Lakeside cabin

Liked Beautiful scenery

Guy on reception spot on

Fishing pegs were good

Forrest camping

Disliked Looked a Bit rundown could do with a spruce up

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Amazing place family great staff would…

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Carl m. 1 review

Lakeside primitive grass tent campsite (large)

Liked Amazing place family great staff would definitely recommend to anyone

Recommend to friends Visit again

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Aiga S. 6 reviews

Lakeside primitive grass tent campsite (medium)

Liked Viss ļoti patika.Ideāls kempings ,kur relaksēties pie dabas.Mežs,pļava,makšķerēšana.

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Loved it. How camping use to…

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Primitive forest floor tent campsite (medium)

Liked Loved it. How camping use to be. Great for kids to be kids and have freedom

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great location and site but lacking in toilet and shower facilities.

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Anonymous

Primitive forest floor tent campsite (medium)

Liked Location. The woodland pitches were beautiful. Owners were super friendly.

Disliked Lack of facilities. One shower between 400 people? Ridiculous.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Absolutely stunning place! It was our…

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10 out of 10
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Anonymous

Lakeside primitive grass tent campsite (medium)

Liked Absolutely stunning place! It was our 1st visit but we definitely will be back

Recommend to friends Visit again


Features

Leisure on park

Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Playground Recreation room/arcade TV room Takeout Tennis Watersports

Amenities on park

Bath available Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Free wifi Grocery store Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundromat Parent & baby washroom Payphone Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Restrooms Shower available Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Rallies welcome Scouts welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

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

Themes

Forest Hikers’ paradise Lake and/or mountain Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Wild camping Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Dump station Electric car charging point(s) No hot water Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby

Type

Large (51-200 sites)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycling nearby Golf nearby Indoor pool nearby Mountain biking nearby Outdoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby Tennis nearby

Location

Church Stretton Camp and Fish (Oaklands)

Harton

Church Stretton

Shropshire

England

SY6 7DL

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

52.50021°N
2.76031°W

Route directions

Don't rely on satnav.

Nearest transport

Coach
23.4 km Bus Station
24.7 km Rural Cottages
24.8 km Rural Cottages
Rail
5.1 km Church Stretton Rail Station
8.3 km Craven Arms Rail Station
12.1 km Broome Rail Station

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

This is spectacular countryside with easy access to peaceful ambles, quiet cycles and mountain-biking routes. The heather-covered hills of wildlife haven Carding Mill Valley and the Long Mynd (15 minutes’ drive) are close by for meanderings among views of the Shropshire Hills National Landscape. County town Shrewsbury (40 minutes) is the birthplace of famed local hero Charles Darwin: take the Darwin Town Trail to investigate his backstory further. The Ironbridge Valley of Invention (half an hour) incorporates museums such as Blists Hill, commemorating the Industrial Revolution, and the pretty market town of Ludlow (25 minutes) has an 11th-century castle to tour as well as a mash-up of Tudor half-timbered houses and elegant Georgian architecture. Geologists can rock out in Wenlock Edge (20 minutes), ancient woodland covering a limestone escarpment and Site of Special Scientific Interest, while anyone who fancies balloon rides over the Shropshire Hills or learning about their history should have at least a few hours at the Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre (15 minutes).

Must see

Stokesay Castle 9.1 km

Ludlow Castle 15 km

Much Wenlock Priory 17.2 km

Enginuity 22.9 km

Ironbridge Gorge Museums 23.1 km

National Trust

Carding Mill Valley and the Shropshire Hills 6.6 km

Wilderhope Manor 6.9 km

Attingham Park Estate: Cronkhill 19.4 km

Attingham Park 21.4 km

Croft Castle and Parkland 24.2 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

MILLICHOPE PARK 4.2 km

Church Stretton and Acton Scott 5 km

Caer Caradoc from Church Stretton, via Three Fingers Rock 5.1 km

Church Stretton - Pole Bank - Carding Mill Valley 5.1 km

Church Stretton - Caer Caradoc - Hope Bowdler Hill 5.1 km

Local events

  • Shrewsbury Folk Festival (Friday, August 28, 2026 – Friday, August 28, 2026)

    Shrewsbury, England 24 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 Church Stretton Camp and Fish (Oaklands) have a swimming pool? Yes View all features
  • Is Church Stretton Camp and Fish (Oaklands) dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Church Stretton Camp and Fish (Oaklands)? This is spectacular countryside with easy access to peaceful ambles, quiet cycles and mountain-biking routes. The heather-covered hills of wildlife haven Carding Mill Valley and the Long Mynd (15 minutes’ drive) are … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Church Stretton Camp and Fish (Oaklands)?
    RV, travel trailer and tent sites
    Arrive:  11 a.m. –  8 p.m.
    Depart by:  10 a.m.
    On-park accommodation
    Arrive:  11 a.m. –  8 p.m.
    Depart by:  10 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Church Stretton Camp and Fish (Oaklands)? From $37.52 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.