Oaktree

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Firepit area
Firepit area
Cooking and washing shelter and eco toilet
Garden
Enjoy the views
Decorations
Welcome
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Cooking and washing shelter and eco toilet
Garden
Enjoy the views

  • Small, family-friendly campsite surrounded by Lancashire countryside
  • Just off the A6 and a 10-minute drive from the Forest of Bowland
  • Opposite an American diner with play areas; owl experiences on site
How could you possibly resist a camping stay at Oaktree? Surrounded by the spectacular Lancashire countryside, the camping field (suitable for families and couples only) has just a small number of pitches, making it a top priority that guests have plenty of space to unwind. It's also directly opposite a popular American diner with large indoor and outdoor play areas and an ice cream parlour, where the kids should like letting off steam or tucking into dishes like burgers or pancakes. The basic grass field is set up for camping the old-school way, with simple, off-grid amenities including fresh water taps and toilets. Set a nice way back from the A6 and just a 10-minute drive from walks in the Forest of Bowland, the field doesn't have any electricity or showers. Instead, there's plenty of space for kids to run around or play ball games, and the views are lovely and green. There's something a little different about this site, too: they own a small group of well-behaved, hand-reared owls. Families can ask the owners (preferably before their arrival) about booking a bird of prey experience to hold and interact with them up close. Don't let the rural scenery fool you either; local amenities are still easily accessible from Oaktree. You only need to walk 15 minutes south to reach an Indian restaurant or 10 minutes north to find the local fish and chips shop and an Italian restaurant and pub on the canal. If you're looking for rainy-day activities, The Flower Bowl Entertainment Centre is a 25-minute walk away (or a five-minute drive) and has bowling, a cinema, indoor mini golf, curling and a few games tables. This is a quiet spot designed for families and couples, so you’re asked to keep the noise down and leave your pitch as tidy as you found it.

Site type

Tent pitches 8
Open now
Opens 1 August
Please note
  • This site has no on-site shower facilities.
  • No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • The site caters for families (immediate members) and couples only - bookings from all other forms of groups are not accepted.
  • At least one of the party members must be aged 25 or over.
  • No electric barbecues allowed.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Fri, 1 Aug to

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Reviews

9.7

Overall rating from 13 Pitchup.com customers

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Peaceful

100% would recommend this site to a friend

100% would stay here again

What customers say

Shepherds huts got the nod for being cute and cosy, with spotless facilities. Kids loved the private field and toys. Peaceful stay, handy for shops, and lovely hosts. Beds are a tad snug for giants, but a top-notch, highly-rated escape!

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Paul C.

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked Really nice site owner who also keeps owls. He was nice enough to come around the site with one and let the kids have a hold. Site is basic with a water supply and a porterloo. It was all we needed as only stayed a short time. Over a enjoyed our stay.

Disliked Location to the road might be troublesome to the light sleepers. I had ear buds as I'm a light sleeper and I was fine. But my partner struggles with the early morning traffic

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Clean, well maintained site. Steve is…

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Faye A.

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked Clean, well maintained site. Steve is an excellent host, we were kept up to date by text and everything went smoothly. Excellent, level pitch.
Close enough to walk to amenities, but secluded enough to feel safe. We will definitely return!

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Great new site for simple, back to basics camping

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Stuart C.

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked Loved the amount of space available per pitch and room for the kids to play. Perfectly simple site for back to basic camping. Thank you

Disliked None

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Great location, across the road from…

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Lynda M.

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked Great location, across the road from Billy Bobs American Diner and within walking distance of Guys Thatched Hamlet both with superb entertainment for young children.

The site owner was very welcoming, greeting us on arrival.

Small site with running water, basic toilet facilities but had everything we needed for a short break.

Will definitely visit again, thankyou Steve.

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5 Star

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Victoria M.

Shepherd's hut

Liked We loved everything about our stay. The shepherds hut was cute and cosy. The grandchildren loved playing in the field on the toys provided. Close to shop and places to eat. Everything thought of that you could possibly need for your stay. The grandchildren never asked for iPads or phones once which is unheard off haha. Would highly recommend.

Disliked Nothing to dislike

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Excellent private space, well equipped and maintained

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Lena W.

Shepherd's hut

Liked Such a beautiful space with a warm and cosy hut, clean and well maintained! Private location.
Lovely hosts who made sure our stay was as comfortable as possible

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Wow...we absolutely loved our stay! It…

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Caroline L.

Shepherd's hut

Liked Wow...we absolutely loved our stay! It was perfect in every way.

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Amazing clean site, friendly host and lovely homely features

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Anna B.

Shepherd's hut

Liked Host was absolutely brilliant, the shepherds hut was so quaint and warm it was out of a fairy tale, really clean and the personal touches really brought it together. We absolutely loved having the full field to ourselves and my daughter loved watching the ponies graze in the next field. Amazing stay!

Disliked Nothing

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Everything. Small section of field out…

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David R.

Shepherd's hut

Liked Everything. Small section of field out of sight and all to ourselves. Shepherds hut was clean and cosy and had all cooked utensils/lights and even a gas log fire. Outside was a very clean eco toilet which was close but nor too close, a large fire pit, cooking area which was sheltered along with another sheltered seating area. There was ball games for the kids. We was welcomed by Steve, who very helpful and gave great advice on the local area. We was close to pubs and restaurants. We loved it.

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Amazing site, friendly owners, who were so helpful.

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sharon c.

Shepherd's hut

Liked Very peaceful spot, we loved every bit of it. Billy bobs definitely recommended. We liked that their were no WiFi or electricity, just what we needed. However Steve charged our phones so we could check the bus times.

Disliked The bed were too small for a 6ft 2 man hahaah

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Features

No dogs allowed

Portable toilet

Pop-up campsite

Leisure on site

Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area TV room Take away Tennis Watersports

Amenities on site

Bath available Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

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

Rules

Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed No dogs allowed No pets allowed

Themes

Walkers' paradise

Utilities

Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Public transport nearby Shop nearby

Type

Farm Pop-up campsite Tiny (1-10 pitches)

Accessibility

Accessible parking at pitch

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Indoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby

Location

Oaktree

934 Garstang Road

Barton

Preston

Lancashire

England

PR3 5AD

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

53.84697°N
2.74367°W

Nearest transport

Coach
10.1 km Bus Station
13 km War Memorial
13.3 km Blackfield Road
Rail
8.7 km Salwick Rail Station
10.3 km Preston Rail Station
11.3 km Kirkham & Wesham Rail Station
Ferry
19 km Knott End-On-Sea Ferry Landing
19.4 km Fleetwood for Knott End Ferry Landing
23.5 km Heysham Ferry Terminal

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

If animals pique your interest, seek out boars, emus and all sorts of cool species at Bowland Wild Boar Park (half an hour’s drive). Elsewhere, the Owl & Bird of Prey Sanctuary (25 minutes) has flying displays and plenty of birdsong. You’re likely to spy some wildlife around the trails at Beacon Fell (15 minutes) or the Trough of Bowland (half an hour), where there are hill climbs on the cycling trails and a few loops for hikers. It’s also another splendid uphill scramble to the fell at Nicky Nook trig point (15 minutes). After some classic entertainment? The theme park, waterpark and amusement piers in Blackpool (half an hour) have plenty of that. Meanwhile, history buffs can book a look around the stately Samlesbury Hall (15 minutes), or find pretty Stydd Gardens (25 minutes) and their tempting tearooms in Ribchester, a town with ancient Roman origins.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Fleetwood 20.2 km Sea N/AGoodGoodGood
Cleveleys 20.3 km Sea N/AGoodGoodGood
Bispham 20.4 km Sea N/AGoodGoodGood
Blackpool North 20.8 km Sea PoorPoorN/AGood
Blackpool Central 21.1 km Sea N/AGoodGoodGood

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Beacon Fell Country Park 6.7 km

Forest of Bowland 10.7 km

Blackpool Illuminations 20.7 km

The Blackpool Tower 20.8 km

Central Pier 20.8 km

National Trust

Rufford Old Hall 23.7 km

Gawthorpe Hall 29.7 km

Formby 38.6 km

Cartmel Priory Gatehouse 41.6 km

Dalton Castle 44.9 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

Goosnargh and Chingle Hall 5.3 km

Beacon Fell and Bleasdale Bronze Age Circle 6.3 km

Beacon Fell and the Brock Valley 6.3 km

Garstang and Lady Hamilton's Well 6.5 km

Garstang and Calder Vale 6.5 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 Oaktree have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Oaktree dog friendly? No View all features
  • What attractions are near Oaktree? If animals pique your interest, seek out boars, emus and all sorts of cool species at Bowland Wild Boar Park (half an hour’s drive). Elsewhere, the Owl & Bird of Prey Sanctuary … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Oaktree?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  1 p.m. –  9 p.m.
    Depart by:  noon
    On-site accommodation
    Arrive:  1 p.m. –  Anytime
    Depart by:  noon
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Oaktree? From €20.77 (for 1 night, 5 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.