Campgrounds for backpackers in North West England
43 bookable campsites in North West England
All distances are calculated "as the crow flies".
Page 3 of 6
Whitehough Outdoor Centre
Burnley, Lancashire, England- Back to basics camping surrounded by scenic countryside and woodland
- Walks five minutes’ drive, including Pendle Hill and sculpture trail
- Pubs within walking distance; dogs permitted on a lead
Samlesbury Hall
Preston, Lancashire, England- Glamping in the grounds of a 14th-century stately home
- Shepherd's huts with ensuite bathrooms, heating and proper beds
- Heritage café with ice cream; large playground on site
Primrose Cottage Camping
Chorley, Lancashire, England- Quiet campsite in rural Lancashire for adults only
- A mile from Chorley town centre; Rufford Old Hall 20 minutes' drive
- Dog-friendly pitches beneath Healy Nab; pub 10 minutes' walk away
Newlands Valley Campsite
Keswick, Cumbria, England- Well-maintained Lake District site half a kilometre from Derwentwater
- A five-minute drive from Catbells; 15 minutes from Whinlatter Forest
- Pub with a beer garden a short walk away; adventure centre nearby
Ullswater View Campsite
Pooley Bridge, Cumbria, England- Wild camping with spectacular views of Ullswater in the Lake District
- Pooley Bridge five minutes’ drive, and Lowther Castle 20 minutes
- Spring water and portable toilets on site; pub 10 minutes’ walk
Ings Kippers Campsite and Shepherd's Hut
Windermere, Cumbria, England- Small, basic adults-only site two miles from Windermere
- Well placed for cycle paths and public transport; pub five mins' walk
- Firepit provided for each pitch; wood available to buy on site
Dalegarth Campsite
Boot, Cumbria, England- Pop-up site next to the River Esk in the Upper Eskdale valley
- Access to hill walking and wild swimming spots in the Lake District
- A 35-minute walk from an outdoor activity centre; pub 10 minutes
Greystones Farm - Pendle View
Blackburn, Lancashire, England- Peaceful back to basics site on a working Lancashire farm
- On the edge of Belthorn village; short walk from pubs and a farm shop
- Gorgeous views and plenty of local walks; dogs welcome on site
Happy Valley Camping
Stockport, Cheshire, England- Semi-rural Cheshire campsite on a farm next to a nature reserve
- Peak District walks or Manchester city centre within a half-hour drive
- Easy access to bus and train services; dogs welcome on site
Crake Trees Manor
Penrith, Cumbria, England- Organic family farm site overlooking fells
- In the Yorkshire Dales surrounded by walking and cycling routes
- Spacious pitches surrounded by peaceful wildflower meadows
Kelsall Hill Equestrian Centre
Tarporley, Cheshire, England- Cheshire countryside pitches at a working farm and equestrian centre
- Delamere Forest 10 minutes' drive; 20 minutes to Chester
- On-site café; watch the equestrian competitions for free
Low Scarside
Penrith, Cumbria, England- Small-scale Lake District campsite with direct access to the fells
- A mile and a half from Bampton; Ullswater 20 minutes’ drive
- Surrounded by Herdwick sheep; views over Haweswater Reservoir
New 
Highfield Campsite
Penrith, Cumbria, England- Simple off-grid pitches in the Cumbria countryside
- A 10-minute drive from Penrith, with easy access from the M6
- On the edge of the Lake District National Park for outdoor activities
Drybeck Farm
Carlisle, Cumbria, England- Small, eco-friendly farm site a mile from Armathwaite
- On the banks of the Eden River for wild swims
- Woodfired hot tub on site; within walking distance of village pubs
Rookby Scarth Nearly Wild Camping
Winton, Cumbria, England- No-frills campsite on Cumbrian farmland with far-reaching hill views
- Three miles from Kirkby Stephen; Barnard Castle 30 minutes' drive
- Uncrowded site set over 20 acres; dogs, campfires or barbecues allowed
Coniston Hawkshead
Coniston, Cumbria, England- Back to basics site on the edge of Coniston village and Coniston Water
- A five-minute walk to the shore and village; gondola rides nearby
- Water provided; pubs, cafés and takeaways a short walk away
River View Campsite
Killington, Cumbria, England- Peaceful Cumbria site on the bank of the River Lune
- A five-minute drive to Sedbergh; 20 minutes to Kendal
- In the Yorkshire Dales National Park, with easy access to M6
Daisy Nook Camping
Oldham, Lancashire, England- No-frills camping at Daisy Nook Country Park near Oldham, Lancashire
- Five minutes’ drive to golf and riding; 20 minutes into Manchester
- Off-grid site; fishing and café in the park; shops 10 minutes’ drive
Ashbeck Farm
Sedbergh, Cumbria, England- Quiet family-run pop-up site on a small working dairy and sheep farm
- A 10-minute drive to Cautley Spout; walks and river activities nearby
- Eggs sold on site; shops, pubs and restaurants in the local town
Brick Kiln Wood
Ulverston, Cumbria, England- Adults-only woodland site five minutes' walk from the Cumbrian coast
- A five-minute drive from Ulverston; 15 minutes from the Lake District
- A mile from a leisure centre, food shop and meditation centre
Narrow your search to:
Popular searches for campsites and holiday parks in North West England
Popular campsite locations
Other popular destinations in England
