Bickerton Sandstone Trail Campsite

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Visitor image of the pitches
Visitor image of the pitches
The farmhouse
Visitor image of the nice peaceful, welcoming site to stay
Grassy pitches
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Fishing pond
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The farmhouse
Visitor image of the nice peaceful, welcoming site to stay
Grassy pitches

  • Quiet four-acre adults-only site half a mile from the Sandstone Trail
  • A five-minute drive from Bickerton Hill and 25 minutes from Chester
  • Barbecues permitted; cold water point available; a few pubs nearby
After somewhere quiet to prop your feet up between long walks? Sure thing – Bickerton Sandstone Trail Campsite has it sorted. The peaceful site is in rural Cheshire five miles from Malpas, half a mile from the Sandstone Trail and 25 minutes from Chester’s historical centre. So, that’s your trail sorted too… and a big cluster of historical sites, like a Roman amphitheatre, city walls and The Shambles. As a relaxing rural retreat, Bickerton Sandstone Trail Campsite is a basic site for adults only. Dogs have the green light, excellent news for all those who can’t bear to tackle a trail without their trusty sidekick. The four-acre lawn on site is well-maintained (only tents are allowed). There are just simple facilities there, including a toilet, a hot power shower and a cold-water point. Please note that this is a small site that does not provide toilet roll. All litter must be taken home with you. Barbecues have the go-ahead here too, so feel free to put your cooking skills to the test. Handily, there are a couple of farm shops within 10 minutes’ drive of the site if you want to hook yourself up with some fresh meat for the grill. Bickerton Hill, a National Trust site, is just five minutes’ drive away from the site. This wildlife haven links up to the Sandstone Trail, but get to the trail even quicker if you like, as it runs by half a mile away from the site too. No need to search high and wide for a pub to rest up in after you’ve finished your activities for the day. Conveniently, there are several pubs within five minutes’ drive of the site.

Site type

Tent sites 10
Open now
Opens April 1
Please note
  • Guests under the age of 18 are not allowed on site.
  • Minimum spacing of 15 metres between pitches.
  • Bookings must not consist of more than 2 different households.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Tue, Apr 1 to

Reviews

9.4

Overall rating from 70 Pitchup.com customers

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Child friendliness
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Cleanliness
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Wifi
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Peaceful

94% would recommend this site to a friend

94% would stay here again

What customers say

This adults-only site is praised for its peace, quiet, and spacious pitches in beautiful gardens. Guests love the friendly owner, Tim, and the super clean, powerful showers. While facilities are basic but adequate for most, a few noted missing washing-up sinks, toilet paper, and hand soap. Despite minor issues like sticky toilet doors and cobwebs, it's a hidden gem many want to revisit.

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Arrival date (latest first)

I had a lovely two nights last weekend .. beautiful countryside a…

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Rosamond M.

Field primitive grass tent campsite

Liked I had a lovely two nights last weekend .. beautiful countryside a Camp Site only set an amount of tents … which makes it very quiet and peaceful, I will definitely be going back there again lots of nice walks

Recommend to friends Visit again

A nice, simple, quiet spot. Ideal for us to relax and reset.…

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Lee B.

Powered grass tent campsite

Liked A nice, simple, quiet spot. Ideal for us to relax and reset.

Recommend to friends Visit again

It was a really nice quiet site. Perfect for my first camp…

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Anonymous

Powered grass tent campsite

Liked It was a really nice quiet site. Perfect for my first camp with the dog.

The owner was lovely and helped me to work out where to pitch my tent.

Disliked The toilets were a little basic with lots of cobwebs but functional.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great big field spacious pitches, very peaceful souroudings, had great nights sleep…

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James P.

Powered grass tent campsite

Liked Great big field spacious pitches, very peaceful souroudings, had great nights sleep as so quiet, friendly owner

Disliked Toilet and shower facilities are in wooden garden sheds, could do with a good sweep out and mop, no soap dispenser or paper towels to dry your hands also bring toilet roll and a mirror as there aren't any

Recommend to friends Visit again

Quiet and relaxing. We would love to go back.…

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Alina Z.

Field primitive grass tent campsite

Liked Quiet and relaxing.
We would love to go back.

Disliked Toilets needs a bit more attention.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great & beautiful location, peaceful romantic camping site!

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Phoebe L.

Powered grass tent campsite

Liked Absolutely beautiful little quiet gem of a camping area, dog friendly which is a must for us! We are dog lovers so take her everywhere. The quiet setting was beautiful and really helped us relax after a hard week at work. We already rebooked here because the location was perfect and a cafe and pub nearby dog friendly again! Lovely for couples to enjoy as adults only

Disliked Only one thing id say I struggled to close the better bathroom shed door! Could do with a trim off the bottom of the door or a handle indoors to pull easier than the wood frame.

The other toilets floor was squishy with water and needs the rubber floor doing like the newer toilet. However I just used to newer toilet in the end with my partner helping me close the door shut.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Fantastic peaceful site…

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Andrew H.

Powered grass tent campsite

Liked Fantastic peaceful site

Disliked nothing to dislike

Recommend to friends Visit again

A lovely stay, easily the nicest small site I’ve ever stayed at 😊

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Anonymous

Powered grass tent campsite

Liked I liked absolutely everything about this site, the location was remote enough to feel like I was in the countryside yet close enough to nearby supermarkets etc. The site itself is immaculately kept, the gardens stunning and the owner helpful and friendly. As a solo female camper safety is paramount for me, so the security gate onto the field was appreciated.

Disliked My only gripe was the cobwebs in the toilet, they were pretty well established (!) and it made me wonder how often they are cleaned. The loos themselves were clean, but just a suggestion!!!!

Recommend to friends Visit again

It's beautiful a little place .

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Ian C.

Powered grass tent campsite

Liked Tim met us on arrival, he was friendly and helpful. Large camping site with electric point ( I like my comfort now I'm getting old) WC facilities were always spotless, there's a place to wash your dishes with hot and cold water.
There robotic lawnmowers about the site to keep the grass areas perfectly clear with hardly any loose grass blades about.
It's perfectly placed to visit places of interest, attend festivals or if your just after a quiet place to relax.
We will definitely be back to this little gem of a place.
Thank you Tim for opening up this site

Disliked Nothing at all. It's perfect 👌

Recommend to friends Visit again

Well maintained, lovely small site, friendly host. 10/10*

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Riley-Sam l.

Powered grass tent campsite

Liked The host was lovely!
The site was very well maintained.
The toilets and shower where very clean.
The electrical hookup was conveniently placed and worked well.
The outdoor washing up area was clean and had hot water working.
The pitch was level
Our dog was very happy and comfortable.
The site is very conveniently located.
The site was secured by an electric gate.
Bins where conveniently located.

Disliked Nothing it was ideal!

Recommend to friends Visit again

Features

Dogs allowed

Adults only

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 Wild camping

Utilities

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

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market

Type

Farm Tiny (1-10 sites)

Nearby leisure

Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby

Location

Bickerton Sandstone Trail Campsite

Manor Farm

Egerton

Malpas

Cheshire

England

SY14 8AN

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

53.06756°N
2.71873°W

Route directions

Please use the drive signposted Egerton Manor Farm cottages.

Nearest transport

Coach
13.3 km Bus Station
18.2 km Bus Exchange
18.7 km Bus Station
Rail
9.8 km Wrenbury Rail Station
11.5 km Whitchurch (Shrops) Rail Station
13.4 km Nantwich Rail Station
Ferry
41.3 km Woodside Birkenhead Ferry Terminal
41.9 km Liverpool Pier Head Ferry Terminal
42.1 km Liverpool Isle of Man & Dublin Terminal
Airport
31.4 km Liverpool John Lennon Airport
44.2 km Manchester Airport
44.3 km Manchester Airport Terminal 3

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

Wild swims to wake you up in the morning? No problem. Alderford Lake (15 minutes’ drive) is a swimming lake where you don’t just have to breaststroke… it also has an aqua park and watersports rental. Alternatively, get the fresh air whizzing past your ears from Wrenbury (15 minute), where there’s canal boat rental. Fully awake now, you might feel like a little trip back in time, so to say. The 19th-century gardens at Cholmondeley Castle Gardens (five minutes) now have sweet creatures like llamas and pygmy goats, while Bolesworth Castle (10 minutes) and Beeston Castle (15 minutes) various have exhibitions and events. You might feel like a lord or lady after leaving Erddig (half an hour), a National Trust country house and estate with family collections. The same goes for Chirk Castle (40 minutes), a medieval fortress. Of course, Chester (25 minutes) is chock-full of Roman sites. Chester Zoo (35 minutes), outside of the city, has heaps of animals – it’s a family-friendly day out indeed.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
West Kirby 46.2 km Estuary N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Wallasey 47.2 km Sea N/AGoodGoodGood
Moreton 47.2 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Meols 47.8 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Cheshire Military Museum 17.6 km

Chester Castle 17.6 km

Chester Cathedral 18.1 km

Delamere Forest 18.1 km

Chester Zoo 20.5 km

National Trust

Chirk Castle 28.9 km

Speke Hall, Garden and Estate 31.6 km

Biddulph Grange Garden 37.8 km

Nether Alderley Mill 40 km

Mr Hardman's Photographic Studio 40.6 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

Bickerton - Larkton Hill - Maiden Castle - Bickerton 1.2 km

The Sandstone Trail S to N (Part 2): Bickerton - Willington 1.4 km

CHOLMONDELEY CASTLE 2.7 km

Beeston Castle and the Peckforton Hills 4 km

Burwardsley - Raw Head - Higher Burwardsley 4 km

Local events

  • Creamfields (Thursday, August 21, 2025 – Thursday, August 21, 2025)

    Warrington, England 29.9 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.

Nearest sites

Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable sites.

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Bickerton Sandstone Trail Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Bickerton Sandstone Trail Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Bickerton Sandstone Trail Campsite? Wild swims to wake you up in the morning? No problem. Alderford Lake (15 minutes’ drive) is a swimming lake where you don’t just have to breaststroke… it also has an aqua … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Bickerton Sandstone Trail Campsite?
    RV, travel trailer and tent sites
    Arrive:  11 a.m. –  9 p.m.
    Depart by:  noon
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Bickerton Sandstone Trail Campsite? From $74.02 (for 2 nights, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.