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The Nipstone Campsite

9.6 19 reviews

The public track leading from the pitching field

Small and friendly tents-only site among spectacular scenery
200 yards from the Shropshire Way
Campfires allowed: bring your own firewood

After some new walking inspo? If you’re bored of covering the same old trails, nip off to The Nipstone Campsite, 15 minutes' drive from Minsterley – strolls on scenic Shropshire routes are very much the order of the day here. This dog- and family-friendly site has spectacular views of the Shropshire countryside in all directions, so if you’re up for exploring the area on foot, this is a fine place to do it. It’s located 200 yards from the Shropshire Way Main Route, a long-distance path covering around 200 miles; if that sounds a tad ambitious, stick to the five-and-a-half-mile circular walk on the stunning Stiperstones ridge, and get a look at the Nipstone Rocks while you’re at it. Bit of history? The Bog Visitor Centre is 700 metres from the site, so grab the kids (and the dog, who is also welcome) and head over to the old school house, one of a few remaining buildings from The Bog Village, which was demolished in 1972. Insights into its mining history, people and wildlife can be followed up by tucking into the tea and homemade cake available at the centre. For more extensive eats, a shop and pub are a couple of miles away from the site, and a few more are dotted around Minsterley. You might also like to have a crack at campfire cookery – blazes are permitted, and you can bring wood along. This is a back-to-basics site, so facilities simply stretch to toilets and hot and cold running water.

Site type

Languages spoken

English

Nearby sites that are bookable on Pitchup.com

Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable sites.

Features

Pop-up campground

Dogs allowed

Leisure on site

Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area TV room Take away Tennis Watersports

Amenities on site

Bath available Car parking by pitch/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

D. of E. welcome Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

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

Themes

Forest Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wild camping Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Shop nearby

Type

Farm Pop-up campground Small (11-25 pitches)

Accessibility

Disabled facilities

Nearby leisure

Cycling nearby Restaurant nearby

Location

The Nipstone Campsite

Stone Cottage

The Bog

Minsterley

Shropshire

England

SY5 0NJ

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London GMT (GMT+00:00)

GPS

52.56978°N
-2.95319°W

Route directions

From Shelve, follow signs to Minsterley Ranges, Linley and More. After less than a mile, The Nipstone Campsite is on your right just after the Nipstone Boarding Kennels and before the Nipstone car park which is on the left. If you reach the Minsterley Ranges you have gone too far.

Nearest transport

Coach

14.4 km Marche Lane Jct

16 km Trewern Bus Shelter

Rail

10.8 km Church Stretton Rail Station

16 km Welshpool Rail Station

16.2 km Craven Arms Rail Station

Ferry

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

Whether you plan on walking near or far, there's plenty to see (in fact, even if you don’t leave the site you’ll still benefit from endless views of the countryside). Local walking trails of various lengths take in hills, forests and little villages (and perhaps a pub or two along the way…) and there are plenty of options for pedalling bikes too. Like to head out on horseback? Kids' pony treks and hacks for grownups can be had at Long Mountain Centre (20 minutes' drive). The area isn’t shy of castles, so get some ticked off while you’re here – the National Trust’s Powis Castle and Garden is around a half an hour drive away and Stokesay Castle is about 35 minutes. Shrewsbury can be reached by car in around 35 minutes, opening up a mixed bag of attractions. What will it be… a tour of Shrewsbury prison for an insight into life behind bars, a visit to a falconry to see a variety of birds of prey, or the Shrewsbury Museum & Art Gallery for a culture kick?

Must see

Powis Castle & Garden 16.5 km

Stokesay Castle 17.6 km

Much Wenlock Priory 26.7 km

Ludlow Castle 27.4 km

Enginuity 31.7 km

National Trust

Carding Mill Valley and the Shropshire Hills 9.1 km

Wilderhope Manor 19.5 km

Attingham Park Estate: Cronkhill 21 km

Attingham Park 23.1 km

Sunnycroft 32.5 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

The Stiperstones 0.6 km

Nipstone Rock (The Stiperstones) 0.6 km

LINLEY HALL 3.5 km

Corndon Hill and Mitchell's Fold Stone Circle (Shorter Version) 5.2 km

Corndon Hill - Priest Weston - Mitchell's Fold Stone Circle 5.2 km

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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Only showing reviews for the last 30 months.

Enjoying a nice sunset with a delicious barbecue

All photos taken from the campsite or nearby walks .

Didn't go because the weather was terrible for camping. Lost all money…

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Roy C. Sept 2023

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked: Didn't go because the weather was terrible for camping. Lost all money paid

Disliked: Not being able to go .

Recommend to friends Visit again

Friendly staff, beautiful destination.

Overall	10/10
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Debi-lee B. Aug 2022

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked: Absolutely Beautiful destination with the most friendly and welcoming land owners. Lovely to sit round a fire in such a beautiful destination. Just what we needed after a week in the office.

Disliked: Nothing.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Honestly fantastic, hidden gem

Overall	10/10
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Facilities / Activities	8
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Tom O. Aug 2022

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked: Honestly, we liked everything. My friends and I had never been to this part of the country and the scenery and hiking were both fantastic. The campsite is beautiful, everyone was respectful, the owner was kind and gave great suggestions on local attractions and the facilities were great. A campfire on the last night finished the weekend perfectly.

Highlights were walking the Stiperstones walk and went wild swimming in Carding Mill Valley Reservoir, a short drive from the campsites.

Disliked: Nothing.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Amazing wild camping site

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Anonymous Aug 2022

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked: Amazing location. Very quiet and relaxing. Stunning views. Welcoming hosts. Wheelbarrows. No cars on site. Fires allowed

Disliked: No sawdust in compost loo. No shower

Recommend to friends Visit again

Excellent site, clean and tidy. Friendly owner

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Clair M. Aug 2022

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked: Spacious, peaceful surroundings. Owner was welcoming and helpful

Recommend to friends Visit again

Lovely hosts in an excellent venue.

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Anonymous Aug 2022

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked: So quiet, a beautiful area, and welcoming owners. Overall this is a back to basics campsite. Only a toilet and a place to wash dishes (no showers), but this is perfect if you just want a traditional place to stay with no 'luxury' extras.

Recommend to friends Visit again

All nice and clean, you have toilets and running water, no shower I…

Overall	10/10
Location	10
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Accommodation	8
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Victor S. Aug 2022

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked: All nice and clean, you have toilets and running water, no shower
I highly recommend

Recommend to friends Visit again

Brilliant, as always.

Overall	10/10
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Heather P. Aug 2022

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked: Everything

Recommend to friends Visit again

Our stay at Nipstone was a swonderful as ever. maggiep@phonecoop.coop

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Anonymous Aug 2022

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked: Our stay at Nipstone was as wonderful as ever - amazing sunsets and moonrises and a few shooting stars, loads of space, peace and quiet, and a field full of green grass! Tim and Rachel always make us feel very welcome. It is my favourite campsite.

Disliked: Nothing

Recommend to friends Visit again

Nature at it’s best! .. Wonderful, clean, peaceful campsite ..

Overall	10/10
Location	10
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Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
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Child friendliness	10
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Jamil A. Aug 2022

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked: Owners / Scenery / Peaceful / wildlife / Simplicity / walks

Recommend to friends Visit again

Frequently asked questions

Does The Nipstone Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
Is The Nipstone Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
What attractions are near The Nipstone Campsite? Whether you plan on walking near or far, there's plenty to see (in fact, even if you don’t leave the site you’ll still benefit from endless views of the countryside). Local walking … Read more
When can I check in and check out of The Nipstone Campsite?

Camping and touring

Arrive: Anytime – 8:30 p.m.

Depart by: Anytime

Read more