Swallow Farm Campsite

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Visitor image of the view from their tent
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South-facing grass pitch
South-facing views
Entrance to the farm
Floral entrance
Fire pit hire everything included
Essentials shop
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South-facing grass pitch
South-facing views

  • Peaceful site on a south-facing farm with scenic views of Cheshire
  • A 10-minute drive to Tattenhall village and 20 minutes to Chester
  • Home-laid eggs available from a small on-site essentials shop
Up for a serene stay in north-west England? Swoop down to Swallow Farm Campsite and check out the Cheshire countryside from this small and peaceful dog-friendly park in the tiny hamlet of Hargrave. A stay here is certainly a scenic option – parts of the grounds have views out across to Beeston and Peckforton castles (both under a 15-minute drive away), and a little further on is Chester, which you can reach on an hourly public bus from near the park (20 minutes’ ride). The famed Chester Zoo is just north of the city (25 minutes’ drive) and the Chester Racecourse takes about the same time to reach. For food after a flutter on the horses, Tattenhall village’s restaurants and pubs – some serving tapas, Indian and Chinese cuisine – are a 10-minute drive away; a small convenience shop is here as well. Logs are sold on site and you can pick up home-laid free-range eggs from the small on-site shops which has essentials. Hungry for more? A pub serving meals is less than a five-minute drive away. The Ice Cream Farm is about the same distance if you’re craving dessert (surely always); when stopping here, burn off any calories consumed on walks alongside the nearby canal. Swallow Farm Campsite is also close to hiking and cycling routes for exploring more of the local lands and has essential facilities such as two toilets and a shower as well as a dishwashing area.

Campground type

Tent sites 6
Camper sites 6
RV sites 6
Open now
Opens May 4
Please note
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • Your dog must be tattooed or microchipped.
  • Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.
  • Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
  • Group bookings of 6 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
  • No bachelor/bachelorette parties permitted via Pitchup.com.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Mon, May 4 to

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Reviews

9.9

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Peaceful

99% would recommend this campground to a friend

98% would stay here again

What customers say

This small, family-run campground earns rave reviews for its incredibly friendly hosts, Tracy and Colin. Guests love the clean facilities, spacious, level sites, and fun farm animal encounters. It's a safe, kid-friendly spot with plenty of room to play. While some noted limited amenities, it wasn't an issue for most. The beautiful, peaceful location is great for local sights. Many plan to return!

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Great stay, would definitely stay again if nearby

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Anonymous

Powered grass campsite

Liked Lovely small site with a great atmosphere. Only one shower with toilet and one shower with toilet but could always get into a bathroom when needed.
Tracy and Colin were always there if we needed anything.
Loved having the alpacas and other animals to say hello to!

Disliked Nothing :)

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Justin w. 1 review

Powered grass campsite

Liked The views were excellect, the animals were a hit with us all and so were the owners, they couldnt do enough for us and the kids. The site was clean and tidy and very relaxed, a small honesty shop in case you forget anything. We will visit again. Its the perfect little site you have to try.

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Amazing site!

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 Michael R. 1 review

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Liked Really friendly hosts, clean facilities, and spacious site. Was lovely sitting out and watching the animals and even getting to pet a few!

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Tracey, Colin and Pip were super…

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Cameron L. 1 review

Powered grass campsite

Liked Tracey, Colin and Pip were super nice and the farm was great. Great ground to pitch up on and lots of animals close by. Close enough to chester for uber

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Such a lovely little site with…

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Lisa B. 4 reviews

Powered grass campsite

Liked Such a lovely little site with very welcoming owners and a family friendly vibe! Big spacious pitches, for even the largest of tents, lots of toys and animal entertainment for the kids.

Disliked Nothing

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James B. 1 review

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Liked Everything, friendly and helpful from start to finish. The children absolutely loved the free and safe area to run around, they especially liked helping out with feeding the range of animals on the farm.

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Shun kit C. 1 review

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Liked Very friendly

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Beautiful views and friendly owners

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 Susan S. 1 review

Powered grass campsite

Liked The working farm was a delight, I got to feed bob the little lamb. We received a lovely warm welcome from Tracy & Colin. Beautiful spacious pitches, there was a play area for the children which was safe for them to play. The bathroom facilities were adequate and very clean. We would definitely recommend the farm for a weekend break and we will go back.

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Stephen E. 3 reviews

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Liked Loved my stay there, facilities were excellent and Tracy and Colin were fab hosts

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Anonymous

Powered grass campsite

Liked A lovely campsite. Very clean and great facilities, plus a lovely shop with crafts etc. The owners were really nice and so helpful.

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Features

Dogs allowed

Campfires allowed

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 Local produce 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 Scouts welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue grills allowed Barbecue provided Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all year

Themes

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

Type

Farm Tiny (1-10 sites)

Nearby leisure

Fishing nearby Golf nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Tennis nearby

Location

Swallow Farm Campsite

Mill Lane

Hargrave

Chester

Cheshire

England

CH3 7RH

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

53.15439°N
2.75976°W

Nearest transport

Bus
6.2 mi Bus Exchange
7.3 mi Zoo Park & Ride
10.3 mi Bus Station
Rail
5.5 mi Mouldsworth Rail Station
5.8 mi Chester Rail Station
6.4 mi Delamere Rail Station
Ferry
19.6 mi Woodside Birkenhead Ferry Terminal
19.9 mi Liverpool Pier Head Ferry Terminal
20 mi Liverpool Isle of Man & Dublin Terminal
Airport
13.3 mi Liverpool John Lennon Airport
24.7 mi Manchester Airport
24.7 mi Manchester Airport Terminal 2

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

Kid-friendly activities out in nature aren’t far from this site: the Crocky Trail, a mile-long adventure path including slides and rope swings, is five minutes’ drive away, and the nearby former royal Beeston Castle (10 minutes' drive) transports small visitors (and larger ones) back to the 1220s with its turreted architecture. Set on a sandstone crag 350 feet higher than the Cheshire Plain, this spot also has plenty of winsome views for the grownups to sigh over; other scenic places in the area include Chester’s amphitheatre and Roman walls left over from the settlement's beginnings as a first-century fortress (20 minutes). The city also houses the Rows, a shopping street covered in handsome half-timbered buildings and partly covered arcades. Just north (25 minutes) is the unmissable Chester Zoo, one of the best and biggest in Britain with animal enclosures covering an area of 125 acres. This centre is the home of all sorts of creatures, ranging from the aardvark to the zebra, with some of the most popular being the tigers, lions and jaguars.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
West Kirby 23.3 mi Estuary N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Wallasey 23.3 mi Sea N/AGoodGoodGood
Moreton 23.5 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Meols 24 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Cheshire Military Museum 5.9 mi

Chester Castle 6 mi

Chester Cathedral 6.1 mi

Delamere Forest 6.1 mi

Chester Zoo 6.9 mi

National Trust

Speke Hall, Garden and Estate 13.4 mi

Mr Hardman's Photographic Studio 19.1 mi

Chirk Castle 20.4 mi

Nether Alderley Mill 23.3 mi

Biddulph Grange Garden 24.8 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

Duddon Heath - Hargrave - Duddon Heath 2 mi

Battle of Rowton Heath(s), 1645 2.3 mi

The Baker Way (E-W) Part 2: Tarvin - Chester 3 mi

Beeston, Peckforton and Cheshire 3.5 mi

Beeston Castle and the Shropshire Union Canal 3.5 mi

Local events

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

    Warrington, England 13.3 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 Swallow Farm Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Swallow Farm Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Swallow Farm Campsite? Kid-friendly activities out in nature aren’t far from this site: the Crocky Trail, a mile-long adventure path including slides and rope swings, is five minutes’ drive away, and the nearby former royal … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Swallow Farm Campsite?
    RV, travel trailer and tent sites
    Arrive:  1:30 p.m. –  7 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Swallow Farm Campsite? From $46.21 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.