Nearly wild camping in Pontesbury, England
3 bookable campsites within 24.1 kilometres of Pontesbury
All distances are calculated "as the crow flies".
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
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
Church Stretton Camp and Fish (Oaklands)
Church Stretton, Shropshire, England- 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
Lower Vessons View
Habberly, Shropshire, England- Rural site with well-spaced pitches and pretty countryside views
- In a rural location in the Shropshire Hills National Landscape
- Pick-your-own spot stays on a nearly-wild park run by helpful owners
Womerton Farm Campground
All Stretton, Shropshire, England- Peaceful, nearly wild site with views of the Long Mynd plateau
- Amid the Shropshire Hills, a 10-minute drive from Church Stretton
- Half an hour from Shrewsbury and 35 minutes from Ludlow
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
Mowbray Meadow
Church Stretton, Shropshire, England- Peaceful 10-acre wild site with gorgeous views in the Shropshire Hills
- A 10-minute walk to the Long Mynd; 20 minutes' drive to Ludlow
- Pick your own pitch; village pub and café within walking distance
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Wild Lion Camping
Montgomery, Powys, Wales- Off-grid pop-up bordering the River Severn at Caerhowel in Mid Wales
- Montgomery Castle five minutes’ drive; Offa’s Dyke Path 20 minutes
- Wild swimming and walks along the river; pub five minutes’ stroll
Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre
Craven Arms, Shropshire, England- Back to basics pitches in a hay meadow on the edge of Craven Arms
- On the Shropshire Way, nine miles from Ludlow and Long Mynd
- Shop and café on site, plus fishing permits to buy
The Nipstone Campsite
Minsterley, Shropshire, England- Small and friendly tents-only site among spectacular scenery
- 200 yards from the Shropshire Way
- Campfires allowed: bring your own firewood
Meadowtown Farm
Minsterley, Shropshire, England- Back to basics wild camping on a 32-acre Shropshire Hills farm
- In the hamlet of Meadowtown; Shrewsbury town centre 35 minutes' drive
- Dog-friendly campsite; barbecues and campfires welcome
Upper Severn Farm Camping
Welshpool, Powys, Wales- Simple site on a working Powys farm with access to the Severn river
- A 10-minute drive to Welshpool, the Montgomery Canal and Powis Castle
- Secluded grass pitches by a pond, with pubs, shops and castles nearby
Tranquil Hill
Shrewsbury, Shropshire, England- Scenic dog-friendly hilltop site just outside the Shropshire Hills
- A 25-minute drive from Ironbridge Gorge; half an hour from Shrewsbury
- Barbecues and campfires allowed; shops and pubs 10 minutes’ drive away
Dingles Glamping
Welshpool, Powys, Wales- Luxury woodland glamping retreat in rural Powys
- Outside seating, barbecues and comfy beds all made up
- A 10-minute drive from Welshpool, Powis Castle and steam railway
Bron Hafren Campsite
Montgomery, Powys, Wales- Small, quiet and dog-friendly pop-up site in the upper Severn Valley
- Walking distance from the Montgomery Canal for cycling and walking
- Access to the river Severn for fishing; Offa Dyke’s Path further out
Bush Farm
Much Wenlock, Shropshire, England- Peaceful off-grid wild camping site in the Shropshire Hills
- A 20-minute drive to Ludlow; 25 minutes to Ironbridge museums
- Barbecues and campfires permitted; lovely views towards Brown Clee
