Newnes Touring Caravan Park

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On-site fishing pond
On-site fishing pond
Pitches overlooking the fishing pond
View of the site
Well-stocked fishing pond on site
View of the site
Hardstanding pitches
Hardstanding pitches
View of the site at sunset
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Pitches overlooking the fishing pond
View of the site
Well-stocked fishing pond on site

  • Adults-only site outside Ellesmere, in Shropshire’s ‘Lake District’
  • A 25-minute drive from Llangollen and 35 minutes from Shrewsbury
  • Outdoor dog-washing station with warm water; well-stocked fishing pond
Just outside the Shropshire market town of Ellesmere and close to the border with Wales, Newnes Touring Caravan Park is a secure adults-only site on a working farm run by Robin and Jane. This dog-loving couple will also welcome your four-legged friend when you come to stay – just be sure to keep it on a lead at all times while on the farm and to clean up after it, of course. The touring pitches here have electric and water hook-up points, and night lights so you can find your way after a late night at the pub… By the way, the nearest watering hole is in town, where there are also several dining options, plus shops and supermarkets for stocking up on barbecue supplies. It's just over a mile to the town centre, along a mostly flat path. Other on-site amenities include three heated toilet/shower blocks (no freezing in your PJs while brushing your teeth here), including facilities for disabled guests. One of the toilet blocks has a washing-up area. Robin and Jane have thought about your canine companions too: should they get muddy on a woodland walk, you can shower them with warm water at the outdoor dog-washing station. Those who never travel without their fishing rod should be pleased to hear that there’s a well-stocked pond on site; others might prefer to explore the local area, which is known as ‘Shropshire’s Lake District’ thanks to its nine meres, or shallow lakes. They include The Mere (five minutes), with birdwatching and boat trips, and White Mere (10 minutes) and Cole Mere (15 minutes), with wooded walks and sailing clubs.

Campground type

Tent sites 24
Camper sites 24
RV sites 24
Open all year
Opens
Please note
  • Guests under the age of 18 are not allowed on site.
  • The campground/park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Breed-specific legislation (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro) and/or any of the following: Staffordshire bull terrier, American Staffordshire terrier, Rottweiler, any Mastiff or Tosa.
  • There is no reception building on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.
  • Swimming in the lake is not allowed.
  • Continental touring caravans (caravans built with the passenger door on the right-hand side) are not permitted.

Languages spoken

English

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Reviews

9.8

Overall rating from 152 Pitchup.com customers

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Child friendliness
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Cleanliness
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Wifi
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Peaceful

99% would recommend this campground to a friend

98% would stay here again

What customers say

This adults-only spot is a tranquil escape with spotless, heated restrooms. Pitches are neat, roomy, and mostly level, many with hookups. Owners are consistently lauded as friendly and helpful. The locale shines, offering great views and an easy, pleasant walk to Ellesmere town. Minor gripes: some say showers are dated, with occasional road noise. Manager notes no WiFi.

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Excellent base for exploring area

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Christopher J.

16-amp powered grass campsite

Liked Great site we were on site 1 facing west good sunset over Welsh hills. Clean spacious pitch. Good clean facilities. Friendly owner peaceful area within walking distance of Ellesmere.

Disliked Yes limited showers for number of piches but clean and plenty of toilets.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Excellent 👌 highly recommend!

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claire p.

Powered cement/asphalt campsite

Liked The pitches are well laid out, ample sized. Our 3 dogs were welcome, many other places only accept 2! Rob was very friendly and welcoming. The meat man visited on Friday evening, nice cooked breakfast followed.
Plenty of toilets and showers.

A really well thought out campsite.

Would highly recommend!

Disliked Nothing was disliked.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Everything was good clean tidy water…

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Andrew E.

Powered cement/asphalt campsite

Liked Everything was good clean tidy water and electricity by each pitch

Recommend to friends Visit again

Good sized pitch near facilities. Very…

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Anonymous

Powered cement/asphalt campsite

Liked Good sized pitch near facilities. Very quiet so ideal

Disliked Hard standing was deep chippings so pegging awning down was nigh on impossible. Will select grass pitch next time we visit.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Friendly site and relaxing 1 mile walk into town for pubs and food

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Chris B.

16-amp powered grass campsite

Liked Good grass pitch and good drainage after down pour

Recommend to friends Visit again

Beautiful relaxed site with excellent toilets/showers

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Dawn I.

10-amp powered grass campsite

Liked Beautiful views , immaculate facilities , very friendly helpful owner , great dog walking field , short walk to town

Disliked Not a lot to do in area other than the pubs, restaurants

Recommend to friends Visit again

Very clean and tidy site.

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Anonymous

Powered cement/asphalt campsite

Liked Spacious hard standing pitch on top field. Met on arrival and even helped us park up. Lovely and clean toilets/showers.
Clean dish washing facility.

Disliked Only 2 showers in seperate building which wasn't a lot for 20 pitches.
Only 1 sink for dishwashing
No wifi although good tv reception

Recommend to friends Visit again

Our thanks to hosts Robin and Julie, two nicer people you won’t meet.

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James S.

16-amp powered grass campsite

Liked We had an exceptional pitch (4) the outlook was very picturesque as was the entire location, a perfectly easy walk into Ellsemere to The Mere for a drink at The Boathouse.

The location was perfect to visit National Trust Erddig, Llangollen Heritage Railway and the Canal & River Trust Museum.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Will definitely go back , perfect in every way

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Rachel M.

Powered cement/asphalt campsite

Liked Lovely site, friendly owners and lovely spacious pitch, facilities were amazing

Disliked Nothing at all

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great site and facilities

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Moy D.

16-amp powered grass campsite

Liked Lovely clean site, good sized gravel pitch. Walking distance to Ellesmere. Dog friendly.

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 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 Picnic table Portable toilet Pub toilets Restrooms Shower available Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Rallies welcome 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 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)

Accessibility

Accessible parking at site Bathrooms: Large spacious shower Bathrooms: Large spacious toilet Bathrooms: Wheelchair accessible toilet Bathrooms: Wide doorways (over 32 inches) Level campground, no steep slopes Site close to accessible bathrooms Well-lit path

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Indoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Tennis nearby Watersports nearby

Touring and motorhomes

Gray water hook-up for caravans Seasonal sites Water hook-up points for caravans

Location

Newnes Touring Caravan Park

2 Old Newnes Cottage

Ellesmere

Shropshire

England

SY12 9HH

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

52.90197°N
2.91668°W

Nearest transport

Bus
5.1 mi Bus Stop No 3
5.1 mi Bus Stop No 1
6.2 mi St Mary`s Church
Rail
5.1 mi Gobowen Rail Station
6.6 mi Chirk Rail Station
7.9 mi Ruabon 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

The peaty, boggy habitat of Fenn’s, Whixall & Bettisfield Mosses National Nature Reserve (25 minutes’ drive) attracts assorted wildlife, from birds of prey and waders to lizards and colourful butterflies. There are far-reaching views of the wetlands from the top of the five-metre Mammoth Tower. The Pontcysyllte Aqueduct (25 minutes) was constructed in the early 1800s to allow the Llangollen branch of the Shropshire Union Canal to cross the River Dee. You’ll need a head for heights to stroll along its path, but there are splendid views of the Welsh countryside to be had from 38 metres above ground. And you might see a barge or two navigating the aqueduct’s waters… Built by the Romans, Chester (50 minutes) is surrounded by centuries-old defensive walls with elevated walkways. The city’s ancient heritage can also be seen at the Roman Amphitheatre and at the 12th-century Agricola Tower, a stone gateway with a frescoed chapel. Shropshire's county town of Shrewsbury (35 minutes) is worth a trip too, for a stroll around the castle and abbey and a boat trip along the River Severn.

Must see

Chester Castle 19.7 mi

Cheshire Military Museum 19.7 mi

Powis Castle & Garden 20.1 mi

Chester Cathedral 20.1 mi

Chester Zoo 22.4 mi

National Trust

Chirk Castle 7.6 mi

Attingham Park 18.3 mi

Attingham Park Estate: Cronkhill 18.8 mi

Sunnycroft 22 mi

Carding Mill Valley and the Shropshire Hills 24.9 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 3.3 mi

Overton / Owrtyn - Erbistock - Overton / Owrtyn 4.8 mi

PRADOE 6.1 mi

Chirk - The Aqueduct - Shropshire Union Canal - Chirk 6.2 mi

BROGYNTYN 6.7 mi

Local events

  • Shrewsbury Folk Festival (Friday, August 28, 2026 – Friday, August 28, 2026)

    Shrewsbury, England 14.4 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.

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Newnes Touring Caravan Park have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Newnes Touring Caravan Park dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Newnes Touring Caravan Park? The peaty, boggy habitat of Fenn’s, Whixall & Bettisfield Mosses National Nature Reserve (25 minutes’ drive) attracts assorted wildlife, from birds of prey and waders to lizards and colourful butterflies. There are … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Newnes Touring Caravan Park?
    RV, travel trailer and tent sites
    Arrive:  1 p.m. –  8 p.m.
    Depart by:  noon
    On-park accommodation
    Arrive:  1 p.m. –  8 p.m.
    Depart by:  noon
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Newnes Touring Caravan Park? From $40.62 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.