Top Kid-Friendly Camping Sites in Shropshire

Due to the Coronavirus pandemic limiting travel, families may choose to stay closer to home than usual – without resorting to backwoods camping sites! Here are a few kid-friendly sites in Shropshire.

Discover a breathtaking valley tucked between rolling hills on this popular kid-friendly hike. Pass by stone ruins and discover various species of plants and fauna along the trail.

Fairhaven Camping and Glamping

Fairhaven Beach State Park is an inviting kid-friendly site situated along Lake Ontario. Swimmers and sunbathers will appreciate the lakefront beach, while picnickers can spread out on one of the grassy pavilions or gazebos for lunch. Hiking trails offer ample opportunities for exploration while nearby fields provide kids an opportunity to play ball.

Families camping with RVs will find 46 electric sites suitable, while those seeking luxury may opt for one of 138 non-electric tent plots or 33 cabins available to them; cabins can sleep up to six occupants while tent plots accommodate four. Furthermore, restrooms and showers are provided along with pet-friendly camping spots in this campground.

Location-wise, Maesbury Family Site offers the ideal environment for an idyllic rural stay in Shropshire. Their welcoming owners regularly receive praise from guests as they go the extra mile to ensure each visitor enjoys an incredible stay!

Put up a tent on our four-acre field for an idyllic countryside stay or choose one of the luxurious camping options offered, like our 4m bell tent or cozy shepherd’s hut called Willowdene glamping tents which come fully equipped with kitchen, stove, gas and electricity connections, wood burning heater, fire pit seating area with tables chairs as well as barbecue facilities – as well as their own toilet and washing facilities in a separate hut!

Abdo Hill Farm

This family campsite is conveniently located a short drive from Market Drayton, offering scenic views of Shropshire countryside. There are electric grass pitches suitable for tents and tourers as well as two luxury camping pods if that is what they prefer – plus there’s even an onsite pub within walking distance!

Kids of all ages will enjoy exploring the playground, which boasts swings, climbing frames and a trampoline. After expending energy they can gather around a traditional campfire to roast marshmallows – and as it is pet-friendly you can even bring along your four-legged pal for the trip!

Abdo Hill Farm Glamping, Camping and Caravan Park is situated amid stunning hiking routes, making it the ideal spot for active families to experience nature first hand. Just 10 minutes’ drive away are attractions like Ironbridge Bridge, Telford Steam Railway and Hoo Farm; along with charming villages like Sheriffhales.

Visitors love this site for its picturesque setting, impeccable facilities and welcoming staff. Plus it makes an excellent base for visiting nearby historic sites such as Church Stretton, Ludlow and Oswestry!

At this friendly family campsite, there are various amenities on offer, including toilet blocks, waste disposal and barbecue pits. Families with young children will also appreciate having access to an on-site playground featuring trampolines, climbing frames and an area for toddlers – perfect for keeping their minds busy!

There’s also an animal play barn and friendly farm animals for children to enjoy, not to mention its closeness to traditional pubs and cafes, making this site perfect for an unplanned family getaway.

Lower Vessons Farm

If you’re searching for a campsite close to Oswestry and Montgomery Canal, this family-run campsite may be ideal. Offering an intimate back-to-basics experience with few rules or strict management, guests can relax among 80 acres of Shropshire hills without fear of noisy neighbours and enjoy stunning country views without disturbing neighbours too much. Plus there’s always something new and interesting to discover while nearby pubs provide close quarters drinking options as well as walking routes that take visitors further afield!

North of Shrewsbury lies a family-run campsite offering guests an idyllic retreat to nature. Set amidst lush countryside, pitches offer guests the freedom to choose their spot – including having the option of lighting a campfire! Perfect for families with young children as they explore and discover nature!

This peaceful rural campsite is conveniently situated a short drive from Ironbridge Gorge and Telford Steam Railway, as well as providing easy access to historic Ludlow’s pubs and cafes. Additionally, this family-run site comes equipped with a well-equipped kitchen that caters for travelers travelling with pets.

Farming in Protected Landscapes Program funding helps this farm not only support the community through educational visits for local school pupils, but also to improve facilities like parking for buses and outdoor learning opportunities. They are also working on repairing ramparts of an ancient iron-age hillfort known as Caer Caradoc as well as creating permissive paths between existing footpaths that link with their site.

Ebury Hill Club Site

Ebury Hill Club Site is a relaxing camping experience located in the lush Shropshire countryside. Situated within an Iron Age hill fort dating back 3000 years, visitors to Ebury Hill can take in wildlife like squirrels, birds and rabbits while relaxing in their tent or caravan. In addition, this campsite features a large fishing lake stocked with carp, perch, and roach species to add even more enjoyment for camping trips.

Ebury Hill Campsite features both hard standing and grass pitches with electric hookups available, and welcomes dogs. There are a variety of walking and cycling trails in the surrounding area as well as friendly staff to provide assistance.

For visitors interested in exploring Haughmond Abbey ruins nearby, there is a bus stop right outside the campsite entrance. Or take the train directly from Shrewsbury into town; to reach Haughton Upton Magna quickly from here! Leaving M6 Junction 15 and following signs towards Shrewsbury then turning right signposted Haughton Upton Magna are good routes.

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Walnut Cottage Caravan Park

Walnut Cottage Caravan Park is a small family-run caravan park set amidst the Shropshire Hills – a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty – within just 10 minutes drive of Much Wenlock and offers the ideal place for an idyllic countryside retreat. Ample walking, hiking and cycling trails weave throughout its rolling countryside terrain for you to discover! So lace up those hiking boots and start discovering!

At Church Stretton Camping and Caravanning Site, experience blissful camping at its best amidst serene countryside surroundings. Be serenaded by birdsong alarms as you awake to fresh country air – the ideal combination for an idyllic camping adventure! Take time out of your life at this serene campsite to recharge with nature.

Walnut Cottage Caravan Park guarantees a relaxing family vacation for all. Delight in their on-site play park while taking time for yourself around a campfire, or let little ones use its swings, climbing frame and trampoline. Even friendly dogs are welcomed!

For an extra luxurious camping experience, try booking one of the charming Fig Tree Cottage (UKC6632) or Walnut Cottages (UKC6630). Both offer ground-floor bedrooms with en-suite wet rooms and cozy living rooms complete with leather sofas. Each cottage is also equipped with all necessary tools to cater to self-caterers’ needs; but should you decide you would rather dine out nearby in Welford-on-Avon it is only 10 minutes away by car.

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