Colemere Caravan Park

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Hot tub at sunset
Hot tub at sunset
Hut at night
Nordic woodfired hot tub
Misty morning mosco island, ellesmere lake
Badger and otter pods
Hot tub on site
Canal walk from colemere to blakemere
One of the park's meadows
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Hut at night
Nordic woodfired hot tub
Misty morning mosco island, ellesmere lake

  • Lakeside park in a wildlife haven on five acres of grassland
  • Dog friendly with woodland walks; hot tub to hire
  • A few minutes' walk from a nature reserve with fishing pools
Grownups! If you seek serenity, scenery and nature-spotting on holiday, this is the Shropshire site for you. Adjacent to the mere of Colemere and set on the lake's south side, adults-only Colemere Caravan Park is in a countryside setting on five acres of wildlife-laden land with peaceful walks all around – and a quarter of a mile from Wood Lane nature reserve, which the expert folk at the BBC describe as one of the best birdwatching sites in Shropshire. Owners Dave and Ingrid have put a lot of thought into ensuring that guests are kept comfy at this peaceful and popular little site: as well as a good range of accommodation options, guests have access to a fully-equipped and cute social area, all hand-built and including a kitchen with fridge, kettle, utensils, pots and microwave. Firepits are available on request and guests can bring their own barbecues. And for keeping toasty after that, a Nordic wood-fired hot tub overlooking the lily pond is available to hire in the afternoons and evenings for four-hour periods (couples only). Picnic tables are dotted around to place the campfire food on, and the park has well-kept separate bathrooms for ladies and gents.

Campground type

Tent sites 10
Camper sites 6
RV sites 6
Lodges, cabins, pods or huts 4
Open all year
Opens

Tourist board rating

Please note
  • Group bookings of 2 or more units (e.g. tent, caravan, RV or accommodation hire) traveling together are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • No bachelor/bachelorette parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • Guests under the age of 18 are not allowed on site.
  • Reception is unmanned after 8 p.m.. Please inform the park while on your way there should you expect to arrive after this time so that the team can provide information about your unit/site.
  • Guests must bring their own duvets, pillows, sheets and towels when staying in rental accommodation. You will not be allowed to stay if you do not bring these items.
  • Minimum spacing of 5 metres between pitches.
  • If making a fire, the fuel, logs and coal have to be purchased on site.
  • Guests are advised to bring a good quality flashlight with them as parts of the park are unlit.
  • Swimming in the lake is not allowed.
  • If reception is closed on arrival: please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.
  • The charging of electric vehicles is not permitted on site.
  • Open fires are only permitted when using firepit kits from the site.

Languages spoken

English

Campsite types & availability

Accommodation

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2 adults
0 children
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Reviews

9.6

Overall rating from 446 Pitchup.com customers

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Location
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Accommodation
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Facilities / Activities
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Customer service
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Child friendliness
 6
Cleanliness
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Wifi
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Peaceful

98% would recommend this campground to a friend

97% would stay here again

What customers say

This adult-only site offers a serene lakeside setting with great walks. Guests rave about clean facilities, a social area with a kitchen, and friendly owners. Spacious, private pitches connect you with nature. Some pitches can be sloped & cell service is spotty, but most plan to return.

Summary AI-generated from Pitchup.com customer reviews

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Arrival date (latest first)

The communal area is fantastic, and the main part of the site…

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6 out of 10
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Value for money
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Facilities / Activities
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Child friendliness
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Cleanliness
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Wifi
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Laura C.

Primitive grass tent or trailer tent campsite

Liked The communal area is fantastic, and the main part of the site is really beautiful. The walks you can access directly from the campsite are a massive plus - the area is stunning.

Disliked First time camping here and my husband and I were checked in by Ingrid. She started off by giving us a list of local walks along with info about the communal area - all great. She then proceeded to tell us that there are multiple fields for camping, and that we can choose where we want to pitch.

We then got in the car and tried to access the non-electric field through the main site, but the gate was too small for a car to fit through. So we drove all around the main site again incase we had missed somewhere, but we still couldn’t find a way on. We ended up finding a pitch with no electric point (that we could see anyway) right at the end of the main site.

After setting up, we went out for a couple of hours and not long after we had returned Ingrid and her husband parked their van by us as they were doing the rounds with fire pits and logs. Ingrid got out and we thought she was going to ask if wanted a fire pit, but instead asked us if couldn’t find a place to pitch on the other fields as we were set up on an electric pitch.

We apologised saying we didn’t realise it was electric as we couldn’t see any sort of hookup point and that we didn’t know how to get onto the main field, but before we could properly finish our sentence she cut us up and said, ‘well I did explain’ in a really abrupt, rude manner.

We were taken aback by the way she spoke to us, and again we apologised saying we couldn’t see any sort of electric point so didn’t think it was an electric pitch. She then said bluntly ‘it’s ok, I’ll let my husband know’, got back in the van and drove off.

It really put a dampener on it for us.

We only found out how to access the other fields by someone else staying there the next day (you have to leave the site and turn further up the road, which Ingrid did not tell us, otherwise we’d have done it!)

Another thing to note, there are only two toilets and two showers for men, and two toilets and two showers for women, each with one small sink. It is in no way big enough to accommodate the size of the site. One shower had a much smaller area to get changed in than the other so it was a bit of struggle to get dressed, and having a small sink to try and clean teeth/wash face was pretty impossible as you were in the way of people wanting to wash their hands.

All in all, if you’re staying part of the main site, it’s beautiful, quiet and the area is fantastic. I just think Ingrid is abrupt and we found her to be quite rude. It’s put us off returning.

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From the manager: HI Laura

Firstly I would like to apologise as my intent was not to appear rude to you in anyway.

On reflection there appears to be some confusion as the non electric pitches are separated from the electric pitches situated in a different zone , but is accessible from the road from were you came in. The entrance that you thought was narrow is a pedestrianised access point for guests to use.

Ourselves go to great lengths to provide guests with information regarding the site in general for pitches and were they are, facilities and surrounding area were you were given a map that illustrates Colemere and canal walks.

We were experiencing a busy weekend and have limited electric pitches which were fully booked. There is signage for placing of pitches by the pedestrianised entrance also. As you had put you tent up on an electric pitch we expressed it was ok to stay there!
We would also like to clarify there are six toilets, with five showers n site that are cleaned regularly throughout the day, we monitor queuing during busy periods and address complaints, there were no queues or complaints raised .

Site was beautiful, the toilets were so clean and the communal area…

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10 out of 10
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Accommodation
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Facilities / Activities
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Customer service
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Child friendliness
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Cleanliness
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Wifi
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Megan T.

Powered grass tent or trailer tent campsite

Liked Site was beautiful, the toilets were so clean and the communal area was lovely! Couch’s, huge tables, cooking area, TV. The site is in a great location with amazing scenery all around for nice walks. Staff were great, drove round every night checking if anyone needed wood for their fire pit. Had a great time there

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thank you for your feedback, hope to see you again soon.

Many thanks

Dave and Ingrid

Fantastic site wonderful location will be going again…

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10 out of 10
Location
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Value for money
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Accommodation
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Facilities / Activities
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Customer service
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Child friendliness
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Cleanliness
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Wifi
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mark g.

Primitive grass travel trailer campsite

Liked Fantastic site wonderful location will be going again

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thank yo for 10/10 review!


Many thanks


Dave and Ingrid

Overall a great experience and plan to stop again.

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9 out of 10
Location
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Value for money
 9
Accommodation
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Facilities / Activities
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Customer service
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Child friendliness
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Cleanliness
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Wifi
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Jason H.

Primitive grass tent or trailer tent campsite

Liked Lovely quiet location, stayed for the weekend but wish I had another day or 2 to explore and relax, its located just on a lake which was tranquil and picturesque, hosts seemed nice, explained the site and provided a map of places to walk or drive with a varied selection.

Disliked Can only speak for non electric but the field i was in most pitches were on a sight slope, not drastic enough to really affect the experience but enough to prop my cooking table up a couple inches.

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From the manager: Thank you for your review and booking with us!

Many thanks

Ingrid and Dave

Lovely clean toilets Friendly couple greeted us .…

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5 out of 10
Location
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Value for money
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Accommodation
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Facilities / Activities
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Customer service
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Child friendliness
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Cleanliness
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Wifi
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jessica b.

Primitive grass campervan campsite

Liked Lovely clean toilets
Friendly couple greeted us .

Disliked Uneven pitch.

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thanks for your feedback.

Best wishes


Ingrid and Dave

Lovely place, lovely people.…

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10 out of 10
Location
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Value for money
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Accommodation
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Facilities / Activities
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Customer service
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Child friendliness
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Cleanliness
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Wifi
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Phil T.

Primitive grass tent or trailer tent campsite

Liked Lovely place, lovely people.

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thanks for leaving a review!


Many thanks


Ingrid and Dave

Everything was lovely and the site is a thing of beauty and…

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10 out of 10
Location
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Value for money
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Accommodation
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Facilities / Activities
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Customer service
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Child friendliness
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Cleanliness
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Wifi
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Russell C.

Powered grass campervan campsite

Liked Everything was lovely and the site is a thing of beauty and well kept there are slopes on the site, next to a large lake and great walks. Lovely communal hut that would make a fantastic bar. Great space. Pop up Bar on the Saturday night was a welcome addition. Will definitely be going back .

Disliked Nothing

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thanks for your review and great photo's!

Kin regards


Ingrid and Dave

Excellent site with clean facilities, great nature walk close by.

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10 out of 10
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Value for money
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Accommodation
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Facilities / Activities
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Customer service
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Child friendliness
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Cleanliness
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Wifi
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Ashley H.

Powered grass tent or trailer tent campsite

Liked Beautiful area, we stayed Monday to Friday and were the only campers with a tent on the electric hookup. There were a few others dotted around the camp. Nice clean toilet and shower facilities. A central hub with good cleaning facilities, sofas, fridge, microwave, toaster and kettle should you need these. Friendly hosts on site.

Disliked None to note.

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thanks for booking with us, it was lovely to have you here!

Best wishes


Ingrid and Dave

A lovely place to stay, the hosts were so attentive and thoughtful.

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10 out of 10
Location
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Value for money
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Accommodation
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Facilities / Activities
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Customer service
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Child friendliness
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Cleanliness
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Wifi
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Karen S.

Primitive grass campervan campsite

Liked Huge field we could pitch anywhere, such a peaceful site. There was a pop up bar on the Saturday night selling local beer, cider and wine, that was really good after a walk into Ellesmere during the day.
The communal area was so well thought out, kettle, microwave etc even cutlery etc. if anyone had forgotten their own.

Disliked Nothing!

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thanks for leaving kind feed back and for booking with us !

Many thanks


Ingrid and Dave

Good

Overall

10 out of 10
Location
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Value for money
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Accommodation
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Facilities / Activities
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Customer service
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Child friendliness
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Cleanliness
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Wifi
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Anonymous

Kingfisher yurt

Liked Everything

Disliked Nothing

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thanks for leaving 10/10 review!

Many thanks

Ingrid & Dave

Features

Dogs allowed

Adults only

Campfires allowed

Leisure on park

Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Hot tub 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 Local produce 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

Forest Hikers’ paradise Lake and/or mountain Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Wildlife haven

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 Public transportation nearby

Type

Small (11-25 sites)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horseback riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Mountain biking nearby Outdoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Tennis nearby Watersports nearby

Touring and motorhomes

Water hook-up points for caravans

Location

Colemere Caravan Park

The Birches

Mill Lane

Colemere

Ellesmere

Shropshire

England

SY12 0QL

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

52.88994°N
2.84602°W

Route directions

Coming from Ellesmere to Shrewsbury on the A528 you will see signs for Colemere after 2 miles. Turn left at the crossroads and drive to the next junction where the three lanes converge. Turn left on to Mill Lane and the park is 100 metres on your right-hand side.

Nearest transport

Bus
8 mi Bus Stop No 3
8 mi Bus Stop No 1
8.8 mi Bus Station
Rail
5.8 mi Wem Rail Station
6.6 mi Prees Rail Station
7.2 mi Yorton 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

There's stacks to do in the surrounding area, whether you want to stick close to home by foot or pedal, or drive a bit further afield to the towns, tourist attractions and landscapes of Shropshire, Cheshire and north-east Wales – the city of Chester is 40 minutes away and Llangollen on the River Dee reachable within an hour. On the doorstep, tackle the two-mile walk along the canal towpath to Ellesmere or make your way via the purpose-built circular walk and through a wooded area of rhododendrons around the mere and nature reserve, a Site of Special Scientific Interest with species galore to see like otters, lapwings and water birds. The reserve also has several deep fishing pools well-stocked with catfish and big carp; more fishing – and carp – can be had nearby at Blackmere along the towpath from Colmere. Also nearby, wander into Colemere village to see the fifteenth-century thatched cottages, listed in the Domesday Book, to Ellesmere for food festivals, regattas and boat rides on the mere, or drive to Rednal Karting, Paintballing and Laser for an exciting time ten minutes away. Castles including Chirk and Whittington are a doddle to drive to too. If being on the water is your thing, a narrowboat marina is a three-minute drive away from the caravan park and both Colemere and Whitemere sailing clubs are within easy reach. By car, the standard of whitewater rafting at Bala Adventure and Watersports will have you foaming at the mouth – a milder form of the sport, along with abseiling, gorge walking, a steam railway and horse-drawn boat trips is available over the border in Wales at Llangollen.

Must see

Chester Castle 20.6 mi

Cheshire Military Museum 20.6 mi

Chester Cathedral 21 mi

Powis Castle & Garden 21.1 mi

Darby Houses (Ironbridge) 22.6 mi

National Trust

Chirk Castle 10.7 mi

Attingham Park 16.1 mi

Attingham Park Estate: Cronkhill 16.7 mi

Sunnycroft 19.2 mi

Carding Mill Valley and the Shropshire Hills 23.8 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

Colemere - Wem Moss - Shropshire Union Canal 0.3 mi

Overton / Owrtyn - Erbistock - Overton / Owrtyn 6.6 mi

PRADOE 6.8 mi

The Sandstone Trail S to N (Part 1): Whitchurch - Bickerton 8.5 mi

Chirk - The Aqueduct - Shropshire Union Canal - Chirk 9.2 mi

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 campgrounds

Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable campgrounds.

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Colemere Caravan Park have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Colemere Caravan Park dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Colemere Caravan Park? There's stacks to do in the surrounding area, whether you want to stick close to home by foot or pedal, or drive a bit further afield to the towns, tourist attractions and … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Colemere Caravan Park?
    RV, travel trailer and tent sites
    Arrive:  2 p.m. –  9 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
    On-park accommodation
    Arrive:  2 p.m. –  9 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.

    Tourers and motorhomes are requested to depart at this time to prevent congestion on the lane during busy periods.

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  • How much does it cost to stay at Colemere Caravan Park? From $26.74 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.