Chester Charm Retreats

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Exterior
Camping field surrounded by trees
Off grid shower available
Firepit

  • Quiet, eco-friendly site 10 minutes’ drive from Chester
  • Blue Planet Aquarium 10 minutes' drive; stargazing experiences on site
  • Bike hire and shared barbecue available; public transport nearby
In need of a physical or mental reset? Chester Charm Retreats, on farmland 10 minutes’ drive from Chester, is all about unwinding in peaceful surroundings – hopefully under star-filled skies at night. This is a rural location with horses on site and birds as regular visitors. Despite being in the countryside, you're very well-connected here. A regular bus service stops nearby and carries you into Chester city centre in around 10 minutes where you can see the old city walls, towering cathedral and Roman amphitheatre. Take the kids to Chester Zoo if you fancy, or stick around the countryside for peaceful walks. You can also hire bikes to explore further afield, with the wind in your hair. A number of handy facilities are on site to keep you firmly in the 21st century, including sustainable shower amenities and (if you ask the site to use it) a shared barbecue. The site welcomes couples, families and their dogs too – there’s plenty of room on the farm for general stretching of legs and paws.

Campground type

Rent a tent 2
Tent sites 3
Camper sites 2
RV sites 2
Open all year
Opens
Please note
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • No bachelor/bachelorette parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • The park caters for families (immediate members) and couples only - bookings from all other forms of groups are not accepted.
  • Bookings must not consist of more than 1 different households.

Languages spoken

English

Italian

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Campsite types & availability

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Location
8
Value for money
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Accommodation
6
Facilities / Activities
5
Customer service
6
Child friendliness
7
Cleanliness
8
Wifi
1

50% would recommend this campground to a friend

50% would stay here again

What customers say

Guests loved the scenic spot, welcoming owner, and spotless facilities. Some had trouble finding it due to poor signs. A few noted confusion about advertised amenities, with management explaining some were for caravan/yurt guests only. They're working on better signs and clearer descriptions.

Summary AI-generated from Pitchup.com customer reviews. Last updated 7/28/2026

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Arrival date (latest first)

Horrendous

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1 out of 10
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Primitive grass campsite

Liked Nothing horrendous

Disliked Absolutely horrendous, we could not find it, the ground was that bad it ripped off my exhaust, the dirt track it was hidden behind was in a field were were could not open the gate and was shady as anything, it looked
Like a place we were going to get Robbed. After talking to somebody she wasn’t any help, and when I canceled within an hour of booking they still insisted on taking the deposit. Discussing my van is damaged with absolutely no correspondence from them. DO NOT USE!!!

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: It appears that you have overlooked our site and its images. The guest was unable to operate her own vehicle and struggled to follow basic instructions, even while I was on the phone with her. However, most of our guests who genuinely visit the site have a wonderful experience. She had paid for a pitch that we had available.The damage to her car was her driving errors. We have large vans and lorries accessing the yard without any issues.We are committed to supporting our guests.

Location really close to Chester and…

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3 out of 10
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Child friendliness
2
Cleanliness
4
Wifi
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Anonymous

Primitive grass campsite

Liked Location really close to Chester and zoo.

Disliked No signs had to call to get directions. Only saw owner once when we reported that there was no water.
This is basically a field with Porta loo and potashower in corner. Have no idea where launderette or dishwashing facilities were. As for the yoga and walking barefoot in grass - the grass is so long and ground uneven you’d be more likely to break your ankle! The write up for this place is very misleading.

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thank you for your review. We apologise for the misunderstanding regarding our description of our accommodation., which may not have been clear for those renting a pitch. We stated that the site is self service on our website unless we are hosting retreats, yoga or meditation sessions. You paid £20 for a pitch in Chester with toilet and shower, and that is what you receive. Our laundry service is available on request . Our grass is professionally maintained every two weeks. Every other service and facility was for caravan and Yurt. We are sorry for the misunderstanding. We are new and will amend description and facilities accordingly. ,

Brilliant for the price and owner so helpful thank you 😊

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Primitive grass campsite

Liked The location is beautiful and the owner was so friendly feeding the horses was also nice

Disliked Nothing

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Dear Charlotte, Thank you so much for your wonderful review of our Chester Charm pitch-up site! We truly appreciate your kind words and are thrilled to hear that you had a great experience during your stay. Your feedback means a lot to us, as we strive to provide the best possible service and create memorable experiences for our guest. We hope to welcome you back soon for another enjoyable visit.
Warm regards Chester Charm Pitch up.

Perfect for a quiet break away from it all.

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10 out of 10
Location
10
Value for money
10
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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Primitive grass campsite

Liked A real gem of a find. Lovely little field, nice and flat, well kept and clean.
Toilet and shower both spotless.
Firepits and wood allowed and avaliable to use if you don't have your own.

Shower trick...
If no hot water turn shower on, then follow the fence along till the gap and turn on the hose pipe. The shower will be lovely and warm.
Turn off when done.

The Owner is really, really lovely. Very welcoming and kind.

We're booking again in a few weeks time!

Disliked Drive past 3 times as no camping sign, just one for the equestrian business.
Nothing to dislike about the site its self

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Dear Elizabeth,
Thank you for your kind words!
We are thrilled to hear that you had a wonderful experience during your stay at Chester Charm! Your positive feedback truly brightened our day, and we are so greateful for your kind words. It's fantastic to know that you enjoyed your time with us, and we can't wait to welcome you back for another memorable visit. If there's anything specific you're looking forward to next time, please let us know! We are surely working on our sign and directions.
Thank you


Features

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 Spa 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 Portable toilet Pub toilets Restrooms Shower available Tents for hire Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

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

Rules

Barbecue grills allowed Barbecue provided Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed No dogs allowed

Themes

Peaceful

Utilities

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

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transportation nearby

Type

Farm Pop-up campground Tiny (1-10 sites)

Accessibility

Accessible parking at site Dedicated quiet space Step-free or level access Well-lit path

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 Tennis nearby Watersports nearby

Touring and motorhomes

Seasonal sites

Location

Chester Charm Retreats

Hoole Village

Chester

Cheshire

England

CH2 4ER

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

53.21454°N
2.85079°W

Nearest transport

Bus
1.8 mi Zoo Park & Ride
2.4 mi Bus Exchange
4.8 mi Bus Station
Rail
1.7 mi Chester Rail Station
1.7 mi Bache Rail Station
4.4 mi Stanlow & Thornton Rail Station
Ferry
14.1 mi Woodside Birkenhead Ferry Terminal
14.5 mi Liverpool Pier Head Ferry Terminal
14.6 mi Liverpool Isle of Man & Dublin Terminal
Airport
8.5 mi Liverpool John Lennon Airport
25.9 mi Manchester Airport Terminal 2
26 mi Manchester Airport

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

Local attractions and activities include: - Golf: five minutes’ drive - Chester Zoo: 10 minutes - Chester (Roman amphitheatre, cathedral, castle, city walls): 10 minutes - Blue Planet Aquarium: 10 minutes - Cheshire Alpacas: 10 minutes - Designer Outlet Cheshire Oaks (luxury shopping): 10 minutes - Fishing: 15 minutes - Chester Racecourse: 15 minutes.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
West Kirby 17.8 mi Estuary N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Wallasey 17.8 mi Sea N/AGoodGoodGood
Moreton 17.9 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Meols 18.4 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Prestatyn 25 mi Sea ExcellentExcellentExcellentExcellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Chester Zoo 1.3 mi

Chester Cathedral 2.3 mi

Cheshire Military Museum 2.6 mi

Chester Castle 2.6 mi

Cheshire Oaks Designer Outlet 3.6 mi

National Trust

Speke Hall, Garden and Estate 8.5 mi

Mr Hardman's Photographic Studio 13.7 mi

Chirk Castle 21.7 mi

Nether Alderley Mill 25.8 mi

Formby 26 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

GROSVENOR PARK 2.1 mi

Chester and the Dee 2.3 mi

OVERLEIGH ROAD CEMETERY 2.9 mi

The Baker Way (E-W) Part 2: Tarvin - Chester 3.8 mi

Battle of Rowton Heath(s), 1645 4 mi

Local events

  • Creamfields (Thursday, August 27, 2026 – Thursday, August 27, 2026)

    Warrington, England 11.9 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 Chester Charm Retreats have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Chester Charm Retreats dog friendly? No View all features
  • What attractions are near Chester Charm Retreats? Local attractions and activities include: - Golf: five minutes’ drive - Chester Zoo: 10 minutes - Chester (Roman amphitheatre, cathedral, castle, city walls): 10 minutes - Blue Planet Aquarium: 10 minutes - … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Chester Charm Retreats?
    RV, travel trailer and tent sites
    Arrive:  3 p.m. –  7 p.m.
    Depart by:  11:30 a.m.
    On-park accommodation
    Arrive:  3 p.m. –  7 p.m.
    Depart by:  10 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Chester Charm Retreats? From $40.45 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.