Glasson Dock Campsite

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Glasson branch of the lancaster canal
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  • Pop-up campsite in a scenic location by the Lancaster Canal
  • A 15-minute drive from Lancaster; Morecambe 25 minutes
  • Suitable for paddleboards, canoes, kayaks and fishing
The best thing about the waterside location of Glasson Dock Campsite? For some guests it will be the chance to chill out and watch canal boats chugging along or see wildlife flitting about. For others it’s all about the active options – this is a spot where you can launch canoes, kayaks and paddleboards, fish or find lovely canalside walks. This fab pop-up camping field is next to the Lancaster Canal, a few metres from Glasson Marina. As well as the canal, the river Lune is close by – and it’s not far to the Lancashire coast, perhaps best appreciated 25 minutes’ drive away at Morecambe Bay. The compact city of Lancaster (15 minutes) is close at hand too and has plenty of supermarkets, shops and places for dinner out. This simple site is equipped with functional portable toilets and cold outdoor showers and is a five-minute stroll from the various cafés and eateries of Glasson Dock, which is the starting point for a number of footpaths and bike trails. The campsite is a laidback place where dogs, barbecues and campfires are all allowed and you’ll have space for an awning or gazebo if you like. Travelling without a car? Glasson Dock Campsite is a few minutes' walk from a bus stop, where you can catch regular services to Lancaster and beyond.

Campground type

Tent sites 23
Camper sites 5
RV sites 5
Open now
Opens May 1
Please note
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • At least one of the party members must be aged 21 or over.
  • The park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Breed-specific legislation (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
  • Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.
  • No bachelor/bachelorette parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • There is no reception building on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Fri, May 1 to

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2 adults
0 children
0 dogs

Reviews

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Overall rating from 177 Pitchup.com customers

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Child friendliness
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Cleanliness
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Wifi
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PeacefulBudget/backpacker

81% would recommend this campground to a friend

80% would stay here again

What customers say

This simple, classic campground offers a relaxed, friendly vibe. Great canal-side spot for water sports & walks. Families love the space, playground, and helpful owner. Clean but basic facilities, some note cold showers. Occasional noise from other campers. Many call it good value and a hidden gem.

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Good old traditional campsite. Fantastic for…

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Anonymous

Powered grass travel trailer campsite

Liked Good old traditional campsite. Fantastic for families and kids.
Toilets, cold showers perfect walks along the canal, fishing paddleboarding.
Lovely owner always pops by for a chat.
A hidden little find don’t change it sites like these are hard to find.

Disliked None it is what it is. Embrace it.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Strongly recommend!

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Anonymous

Primitive grass tent or trailer tent campsite

Liked Easy to find, easy to book, an excellent location for a short break. Facilities better than expected having read the comments. The host is very helpful.

Disliked Hot water would make a nice improvement to the shower but not an issue having the hot weather these days.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Better sites around for the price.

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Caron N. 1 review

Powered grass travel trailer campsite

Liked I thought it was expensive given the facilities. The toilets are not really adequate as once you are sat down your knees are up against the door. Its impossible to lean forward to pull your pants up. I had to turn sideways in order to bend over in order to retrieve them. In a nice quiet location with picturesque walks.

Disliked Toilets

Recommend to friends Visit again

We will be back as it suited us and the dog

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Suzy H. 1 review

Powered grass travel trailer campsite

Liked It was very laid back and relaxing. Owner was very friendly and helpful. We stayed 5 nights. Toilets are basic but clean. Shower was bracing as cold lol Overall a good stay with plenty of walks.
Food shack great on the docks. The cafe was good too.

Disliked Not the sites fault but no shops other that that one on glasson dock. It's not open in the evening.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great place for short brake

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 Audrone R. 2 reviews

Primitive grass tent or trailer tent campsite

Liked Nice playground for kids, quite and clean campsite. We really enjoyed paddle boarding to the canal.

Disliked Nothing

Recommend to friends Visit again

Definitely worth a visit

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 Fiona H. 1 review

Primitive grass tent or trailer tent campsite

Liked Amazing little campsite, everything you need for a short weekend away. Great for kids, little play park in the middle where you can keep an eye on them from your tent. Canal right next to the site and a little pier to take a paddleboard onto! Great for dogs to.

Disliked Nothing to complain about.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Nice location and a nice…

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Franco s. 2 reviews

Primitive grass tent or trailer tent campsite

Liked Nice location and a nice field

Disliked Toilet cubicles are a bit small.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Ideal.for a quick getaway

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 sara s. 6 reviews

Powered grass travel trailer campsite

Liked Lovely peaceful area with scenic views. Did have an issue with neighbouring pitch making noise until the early hours

Disliked Had to leave early morning due to no electricity

Recommend to friends Visit again

Easy to reach, lots of space…

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Michelle C. 1 review

Powered grass travel trailer campsite

Liked Easy to reach, lots of space and not too noisy

Recommend to friends Visit again

Location, price…

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Wifi
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Lee W. 1 review

Powered grass travel trailer campsite

Liked Location, price

Recommend to friends Visit again

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 Car parking by site/unit 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 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 Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Hikers’ paradise Spectacular scenery Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Dump station Electric car charging point(s) No hot water Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Public transportation nearby

Type

Medium (26-50 sites)

Nearby leisure

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

Location

Glasson Dock Campsite

School Lane

Glasson Dock

Lancaster

Lancashire

England

LA2 0AR

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

53.99601°N
2.84292°W

Nearest transport

Bus
2.2 mi Crossroads
2.5 mi University Underpass
4.1 mi Bus Station
Rail
3.8 mi Heysham Port Rail Station
3.9 mi Lancaster Rail Station
5.2 mi Morecambe Rail Station
Ferry
3.8 mi Heysham Ferry Terminal
7.8 mi Knott End-On-Sea Ferry Landing
8.2 mi Fleetwood for Knott End Ferry Landing

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

Keen to explore the local landscapes? Head to the coast for a day on the beach in Morecambe or a wander through the seaside scenery of the Arnside & Silverdale National Landscape; both are about 25 minutes' drive away. Inland, the Forest of Bowland National Landscape (20 minutes’ drive) is a great place for a walk, and also home to the Bowland Wild Boar Park (50 minutes). For a dose of history on your holiday, pay a visit to medieval Lancaster Castle (15 minutes) and the National Trust’s fabulous Sizergh (half an hour), with an imposing stately home at the centre of a 1600-acre estate. Those of you who love a few thrill rides will definitely want to make the journey to Blackpool Pleasure Beach (45 minutes), perhaps visiting Blackpool Tower, the zoo and the Sea Life Centre while you're there.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Morecambe South 5.5 mi Sea N/AN/AGoodGood
Morecambe North 5.7 mi Estuary GoodN/AGoodGood
Fleetwood 8.6 mi Sea N/AGoodGoodGood
Cleveleys 11.5 mi Sea N/AGoodGoodGood
Bispham 13.3 mi Sea N/AGoodGoodGood

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Lancaster Castle 4 mi

Beacon Fell Country Park 11 mi

Holker Hall and Gardens 14.5 mi

The Blackpool Tower 15.2 mi

Blackpool Illuminations 15.3 mi

National Trust

Cartmel Priory Gatehouse 14.8 mi

Dalton Castle 17.7 mi

Fell Foot Park 19.8 mi

Sizergh Castle and Garden 20.1 mi

Rufford Old Hall 24.8 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

Cockerham - Glasson - Lancaster Canal - Cockerham 2.6 mi

ASHTON MEMORIAL GARDENS AND WILLIAMSON PARK 4.2 mi

LANCASTER CEMETERY 4.6 mi

Fluke Hall - Pilling - Presall - Knott End - Fluke Hall 5.1 mi

Scorton - Bowland - Nicky Nook 5.5 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 Glasson Dock Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Glasson Dock Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Glasson Dock Campsite? Keen to explore the local landscapes? Head to the coast for a day on the beach in Morecambe or a wander through the seaside scenery of the Arnside & Silverdale National Landscape; … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Glasson Dock Campsite?
    RV, travel trailer and tent sites
    Arrive:  1 p.m. –  7 p.m.
    Depart by:  noon
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Glasson Dock Campsite? From $30.97 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.