Campgrounds for backpackers in Houghton, England
7 bookable campsites within 24.1 kilometres of Houghton
All distances are calculated "as the crow flies".
Fairhaven Camping and Glamping
Oswestry, Shropshire, England- Family-run site in peaceful rural Shropshire, with firepit hire
- Near the Montgomery canal; British Ironwork Centre five minutes' drive
- Within walking distance of pubs serving food; buy eggs on site
Sychpwll Centre
Llandrinio, Powys, Wales- Hosted eco-friendly site surrounded by spectacular Powys countryside
- Eco buildings surrounded by a wildflower camping meadow
- Straw-bale kitchen, wooden play area, toilets and showers
Trinio Camping
Llandrinio, Powys, Wales- Rural site on a family-run working farm in Llandrinio
- A 10-minute drive to Welshpool; 35 minutes to Lake Vyrnwy
- Severn Way passes through the farm; local pub a few minutes' walk
Abbey Green Farm
Whitchurch, Shropshire, England- Small, peaceful site with outstanding scenery in a countryside setting
- Spacious dog-friendly pitches a 20-minute drive from the Meres
- Afternoon teas and pizzas available on site; barbecues permitted
Sunbank Accommodation
Llangollen, Denbighshire, Wales- Luxury yurts with stunning views five minutes’ drive from Llangollen
- Chester Zoo 35 minutes’ drive and Eryri National Park 45 minutes
- Woodburning stoves, exclusive-use bathrooms and outdoor kitchens
Long Mountain Centre
Shrewsbury, Shropshire, England- Peaceful, family-run site on a working farm in rural Shropshire
- A 10-minute drive from the Shropshire Hills; 15 minutes from Welshpool
- Guided tours of the farm and stables; barbecues welcome on site
Magical Malpas PYO Farm
Malpas, Cheshire, England- Pop-up family campsite on a working farm in quiet Cheshire countryside
- Near the Cheshire and Shropshire border; Malpas five minutes' drive
- Play area and picnic tables; meet the friendly on-site animals
Brook House Farm Camping and Caravan Site
Crewgreen, Powys, Wales- Peaceful and secluded farm site on the banks of the River Severn
- Private stretch of river and pond available for fishing
- Breakfasts and café on site; firepit hire available
Windy Corner Campsite
Pontesbury, Shropshire, England- Calm wild camping site on the outskirts of the Shropshire Hills
- A 10-minute drive from Pontesbury Hill and 20 minutes to Shrewsbury
- Washing machine, charging points and water provided; pubs nearby
Pentreheylin Park
Ellesmere, Shropshire, England- Dog-friendly wild camping meadows on a working livery farm
- A 25-minute drive from Llangollen and 40 minutes from Chester
- Walks, shops, restaurants and pubs in Ellesmere, five minutes’ drive
High Cottage
Oswestry, Shropshire, England- Comfortable, self-contained bunkhouse in Shropshire countryside
- Offa’s Dyke five minutes’ walk; 10 to Llanymynech Rocks Nature Reserve
- Double bed, dining area and microwave; pub and shop 10 minutes’ walk
Wild Cherry Camping
Chirk, Wrexham, Wales- Eco-friendly, off-grid site on a North Wales smallholding
- 30-minute drive to Chester for the cathedral, amphitheatre and zoo
- On-site shop with local produce; barbecues and campfires permitted
