Dearden Wood
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- Peaceful site in 11 acres of a working pine and deciduous woodland
- Surrounded by walking trails and a 40-minute bus ride from Manchester
- Pub, café, takeaway and shop within a 10-minute walk
Site type
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Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.- The site does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. XL Bully, Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
- Group bookings of 3 or more units (e.g. tent, touring caravan, motorhome or accommodation hire) travelling together are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
- Group bookings of 6 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
- Single-sex bookings of 3 or more people (excluding couples) are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
- No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.
- Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.
- Guests must bring their own duvets, pillows, sheets and towels when staying in rental accommodation. You will not be allowed to stay if you do not bring these items.
- If making a fire, the fuel, logs and coal have to be purchased on site.
- Customers may not bring their own firepits or firewood. Ground conditions may prevent the siting of awnings and canopies on large campervan bays.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Fri, 29 Nov 2024 to
Pitch types & availability
Non-electric hardstanding campervan pitch
6 people maximum Ground type: Hardstanding
Pitch size: Max 4m width × 7m depth (28m²)
Arrival daysFrom £25 (£25)
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Non-electric forest floor tent pitch
6 people maximum Ground type: Forest floor
Pitch size: Max 5m width × 3.5m depth (17.5m²)
Arrival daysFrom £30 (£30)
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Non-electric forest floor tent pitch (large)
6 people maximum Ground type: Forest floor
Pitch size: Max 7m width × 3.5m depth (24.5m²)
Arrival daysFrom £30 (£30)
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Non-electric hardstanding campervan or trailer tent pitch (large)
6 people maximum Ground type: Hardstanding
Pitch size: Max 7m width × 7m depth (49m²)
Arrival daysFrom £30 (£30)
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Reviews
98% would recommend this site to a friend
98% would stay here again
What customers say
Lovely, peaceful woodland site. Clean, friendly staff, great facilities & walks (waterfall!). Friday pizza nights a hit for atmosphere. Minor points: narrow road & occasional toilet code glitches. Tranquil, nature-lovers' gem.
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Non-electric forest floor tent pitch (large)
Liked Everything
Disliked Nothing
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From the manager: Thank you for your review 😊 very glad that you enjoyed your stay! Hopefully see you again soon. Jessy
Overall we had a great time and the campsite is absolutely beautiful!
Non-electric forest floor tent pitch (large)
Liked The facilities were excellent, the toilet/shower/kitchen block was clean and well maintained and the fact that dish cleaning stuff and hand towels/tea towels were provided was amazing. The pitches are a great size and we had plenty of room to pitch our tent and set up our gear. The surroundings were just beautiful and the walk down to the waterfall was fab, the dog thoroughly enjoyed it! The whole trip was a blast and we’d definitely visit again.
Disliked Other guests not closing the site gates, and the door to the toilet block being left open and lights left on was annoying! But I get that not everyone follows the rules and that’s not the fault of the owners as the signs are all there… some people are just lazy and inconsiderate. We were a little frustrated at initially being told we had to buy our firewood from the campsite, only to be told on the day of arrival that their wood was still drying so we had to buy our own. Which we were happy to do, but a bit more notice would have been appreciated.
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From the manager: Thank you for your review! Lovely to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us 😊
It is frustrating that people don't close the gates/doors and switch lights off (we feel the same frustration! 🤣) Apologies about the wood, we have struggled to get ours dry in time for the season - the joys of the British winters!
Hopefully see you again soon!
Jessy
A nice, quiet site for a 1 or 2 night stay with family.
Non-electric forest floor tent pitch (large)
Liked Secluded site, yet close to the shops, pubs and restaurants. Flat pitches. Fire pit provided. Quiet. Shelter/den with wooden log seats and fire pit for when it's raining. Shower and toilet block was clean. Hand soap and toilet roll provided. Fridge, kettle and toaster available. Flexible check-in time. Close to Edenfield waterfall which is definitely worth a visit.
Disliked Be aware that there is a man-made bee hive very close to the tent pitches that attracts a lot of bees and wasps.
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Excellent site for families
Non-electric hardstanding campervan pitch
Liked Great little site surrounded by trees. Great for families with young children. Some beautiful walks right on the door step. Make sure you walk down to the waterfall, less than 10 mins down the path.
Disliked Not a dislike at all but just a note to not trust your sat nav on the site location. Apple Maps dropped me in completely the wrong location.
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Very calm and peaceful setting.
Non-electric forest floor tent pitch (large)
Liked Really enjoyed my stay here.
Its a very small campsite, with around 10/11 pitches - which suited me perfectly.
I felt very comfortable staying here as a solo traveller.
Facilties were great.
When I arrived, it took a little time to find out which was my assigned pitch. I understand the site is ran as a not-for-profit. I think it would be easy to automate this with a text or email to the customer prior to arrival. Especially as there didn't seem to be a member of staff on site.
Overall I loved the setting and how peaceful it was.
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A fantastic campsite with excellent facilities and incredibly friendly owners! They even…
Non-electric forest floor tent pitch
Liked A fantastic campsite with excellent facilities and incredibly friendly owners! They even texted us ahead of our arrival to let us know they’d be making wood-fired pizzas that evening, in case we wanted to order, and invited us to a small community event they were hosting. I asked the owner if they had any firewood for purchase — unfortunately, they had run out — but he kindly went out of his way to find some for me free of charge, which was such a thoughtful gesture!
My girlfriend and I only stayed for one night, but we wished we could have stayed longer. We enjoyed it so much that we’ve already booked to come back this August!
close to the nearest pub and some great walking locally is also a great plus !
Disliked Nothing!
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Quiet campsite with great facilities and great local walking routes. Friday pizza…
Non-electric forest floor tent pitch (large)
Liked Quiet campsite with great facilities and great local walking routes. Friday pizza night is a bonus.
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Great location and site and would definitely return!
Non-electric forest floor tent pitch (large)
Liked Gorgeous site, very pretty location and kept clean and tidy.
Owners hold a homemade pizza night in for days which was delicious and a great break from cooking.
Disliked Would’ve loved to know what was around, or had some guidance on recommended spots nearby for daytime trips out as we weren’t familiar with the area.
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One night relaxing stay Easy to find Level pitched
Non-electric hardstanding campervan pitch
Liked Felt remote
Other campers so not isolated
Lovely walks near by
Facilities good
Disliked Nothing
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Excellent value for money.
Non-electric forest floor tent pitch (large)
Liked Peaceful campsite with excellent clean facilities. The perfect place to chill out and relax. Very friendly staff with a wonderful ethos towards their local community.
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Features
Dogs allowed
Campfires 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 WatersportsAmenities 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 Picnic table Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
D. of E. welcome Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Rallies welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Forest Peaceful Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradiseUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Public transport nearby Shop nearbyType
Small (11-25 pitches)Nearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearbyLocation
Dearden Wood
Michael Wife Lane
Edenfield
Bury
Lancashire
England
BL0 0QX
Directions Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
53.6711°N
2.29572°W
Route directions
Nearest transport
Coach
Rail
Ferry
AirportPlease 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
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
| Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southport | 48.2 km | Sea | N/A | N/A | Good | Good |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Oswaldtwistle Mills 10.6 km
Gawthorpe Hall 14.6 km
People's History Museum 21.3 km
Manchester Art Gallery 21.7 km
Museum of Science and Industry (MOSI) 21.8 km
National Trust
Gawthorpe Hall 14.5 km
Hardcastle Crags 20.3 km
Marsden Moor Estate 25.3 km
Rufford Old Hall 34.3 km
East Riddlesden Hall 35.4 km
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Bleakholt - Scout Moor - Waugh's Well - Plunge Valley 1.2 km
Ramsbottom Round 2.9 km
Rawtenstall - Rossendale Ski Slope - Cribden Moor 3.6 km
Haslingden Grane - Calf Hey Reservoir - Ogden Reservoir 6.6 km
Turton and Entwistle and Wayoh Reservoirs 7.8 km
Local events
- Creamfields (Thursday, 21 August 2025 – Thursday, 21 August 2025)
Warrington, England 44 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.
Nearest sites
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Dearden Wood have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Dearden Wood dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Dearden Wood? Walks in these surrounds are fab, but they're not the only way to get out and about. Those who like to take it all in on two wheels may like to mount … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Dearden Wood?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: 2 p.m. – 6 p.m. Depart by: 11:30 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Dearden Wood? From R593,36 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.