Wrekin View Retreat

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Great green area
Great green area
River view pitch - lovely and exclusive
Stunning views
Clouds
Top of the wrekin
Wrekin view
Outside seating
Wash basin and sink
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River view pitch - lovely and exclusive
Stunning views
Clouds

  • Small-scale Shropshire site in the small village of Walcot
  • A 15-minute drive from Telford and Shrewsbury
  • Laidback site, with dogs, barbecues and campfires allowed
When touring in Shropshire, there are a few places you've got to tick off along the way – Ironbridge Gorge, the Shropshire Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Shrewsbury, the county town, are all sure to be on the list. That's where Wrekin View Retreat comes in – this smashing little spot is within easy reach of all the local sights and, as its name suggests, is just a short distance from The Wrekin, an impressive hill a few minutes' drive from base that makes a great hike. This spot is very quiet, hosting just a handful of guests at any one time. With private access, secure grounds and a peaceful environment, it makes an appealing proposition for those that like their holidays on the low-key side. It's very laidback too, with dogs, barbecues and campfires all allowed (just use your common sense and follow all instructions from site staff). The facilities here are simple but well-maintained, with toilets, a wash basin and a well-maintained rustic shower for guests who haven't brought their own amenities. Please note that the only waste disposal available is for dog waste – please take all litter home with you. Wrekin View Retreat is in the small village of Walcot, just a few minutes' walk from a local pub and a short pedal from scenic National Cycle Route 81.

Site type

RV sites 2
Lodges, cabins, pods or huts 1
Open all year
Opens
Please note
  • No electric barbecues allowed.
  • A cable measuring at least 10 metres is needed for the electric hook-ups.
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • No bachelor/bachelorette parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • Guests under the age of 16 are not allowed on site.
  • At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.
  • Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.

Languages spoken

English

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2 adults
0 children

Reviews

9.8

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Peaceful

99% would recommend this site to a friend

99% would stay here again

What customers say

This small, friendly campsite offers a peaceful rural escape with beautiful views and a warm welcome from host Kate. Pitches are spacious and well-maintained, with electric hook-up and water available. The unique stable shower and clean facilities are frequently praised. Ideal for those seeking tranquility and a base for exploring Shropshire. Many guests express a desire to return.

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Kitty H.

River View powered grass tent, campervan or trailer tent campsite

Liked Great location and facilities

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Highly recommend this pitch!

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Anonymous

Weir View powered gravel RV campsite

Liked We recieved a very warm welcome from Kate on our arrival. She had provided excellent directions to the site, which were very much appreciated. The property was very well kept & the view from the pitch was lovely. Very quiet & peaceful! Clean facilities too. Even recieved a text message on our departure, as we missed seeing her as we left! Lovely personal touch!

Disliked Nothing!

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Absolutely loved our stay here! Lovely…

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Emi E.

Weir View powered gravel RV campsite

Liked Absolutely loved our stay here! Lovely spot to our selves and the host was lovely too thank you for our stay will come again!

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Lovely welcome, great quiet spot with…

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Rachel C.

Weir View powered gravel RV campsite

Liked Lovely welcome, great quiet spot with super facilities. Highly recommended

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Great location

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Simon K.

Wrekin View powered gravel RV campsite

Liked Small and friendly campsite… open all year round with electric hookup … great views

Enjoyable experience

Disliked Shower facilities a little basic

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From the manager: Thanks Simon for your review 😁 it's a shame you marked us down for the highlight of the site which is in fact the shower 🤣 and you didn't even try it. It's basic and lovely - the hottest shower you'll get at any campsite with unlimited hot water (none of this pressing your elbow on the button to trigger the hot water again after 30 seconds and no gathering your 50p's for the meter either) your other half can also be doing the washing up while you have a jiggle under the water to the dab radio that's always on 🥳🥳 plenty of space to swing a cat - but our cat doesn't like being swung about but he will settle in by the cat flap in the door to watch the outside world thro his little window while you wash your bits 😁

Not one tiny plastic cubicle in sight to squeeze in and drop your soap.

A full sized stable to shower in.

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Really wonderful park up, great view,…

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Katy S.

Weir View powered gravel RV campsite

Liked Really wonderful park up, great view, brilliant shower and very helpful host.

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Amazing little spot, beautiful views with great facilities

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Kelly R.

Weir View powered gravel RV campsite

Liked Everything

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Amazing location very accommodating owners, great facilities,

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Sam J.

River View powered grass tent, campervan or trailer tent campsite

Liked Everything was exceptional nothing not to like beautiful grounds amazing pitches and space and amazing lady who owns it could do no more very welcoming and understanding with my large nervous dog will be sure to return WiFi at pitch

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Great pit stop location for our campervan adventure - would return!

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Anonymous

Wrekin View powered gravel RV campsite

Liked Warm welcome, quirky shower, the pitch was flat, spacious and private. Having arrived after dark, grateful we were able to take in the view the following morning in glorious sunshine!

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Great site.

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Rowena G.

Weir View powered gravel RV campsite

Liked Everything.Shower very quirky and warm. Pitch was perfect and great to have all the space for the dogs. Water and toilet emptying on pitch. Kate and her Mum very friendly and made me feel very welcome.

Disliked Nothing

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Features

Dogs allowed

Adults only

Campfires allowed

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 Car parking by site/unit 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 Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

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

Themes

Hikers’ paradise Peaceful

Utilities

Charging facilities Dump station Electric car charging point(s) Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby

Type

Tiny (1-10 sites)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horseback riding nearby Mountain biking nearby Outdoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby

Touring and motorhomes

Water hook-up points for caravans

Location

Wrekin View Retreat

The Mill House

Walcot

Telford

Shropshire

England

TF6 5ER

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London GMT (GMT+00:00)

GPS

52.7074°N
2.60135°W

Nearest transport

Coach
10.2 km Bus Station
10.9 km Bus Station
17.9 km Rural Cottages
Rail
5.7 km Wellington (Shropshire) Rail Station
10 km Shrewsbury Rail Station
10.3 km Oakengates 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

The Wrekin can be seen from all around here and can be reached by car in about 10 minutes. There are paths up both sides of the hill, with one that's gentler on the knees and another rougher route for those that appreciate a good challenge. There are plenty more climbs, rambles and cycle rides on offer if you head 20 minutes or so to the south to the Shropshire Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty – Church Stretton (30 minutes) is always a good place to start. To the east is Telford (15 minutes) and Ironbridge (20 minutes), a UNESCO World Heritage Site with a proud industrial past. As well as the Iron Bridge itself, this scenic stretch of the Severn is home to sights as varied as Buildwas Abbey (20 minutes), museums dedicated to tiles and china (20 minutes) and Benthall Hall (25 minutes), a National Trust property. In the other direction, you have Shrewsbury town centre (15 minutes), where boat trips, history walks and independent shops are on offer. Alternatively, on the outskirts of town there are historic sites like Wroxeter Roman City (10 minutes), Attingham Park (10 minutes), a stately home with gorgeous grounds, and Haughmond Abbey (15 minutes).

Must see

Darby Houses (Ironbridge) 10.3 km

Blists Hill Victorian Town 10.6 km

Ironbridge Gorge Museums 11.4 km

Iron Bridge and Toll House 11.4 km

Enginuity 11.6 km

National Trust

Attingham Park 5.1 km

Sunnycroft 5.8 km

Attingham Park Estate: Cronkhill 7.2 km

Wilderhope Manor 20.2 km

Carding Mill Valley and the Shropshire Hills 23.5 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

Wroxeter Roman City Circular 3.4 km

ORLETON HALL 4.5 km

ATTINGHAM PARK 4.8 km

Up and Over the Wrekin 5.4 km

Haughmond Abbey - Ebury Hill 6 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 Wrekin View Retreat have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Wrekin View Retreat dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Wrekin View Retreat? The Wrekin can be seen from all around here and can be reached by car in about 10 minutes. There are paths up both sides of the hill, with one that's gentler … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Wrekin View Retreat?
    RV, travel trailer and tent sites
    Arrive:  noon –  8:30 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
    On-park accommodation
    Arrive:  3 p.m. –  8:30 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Wrekin View Retreat? From $46.88 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.