The Best Campsites to Book Near Liverpool, Merseyside

Within easy reach of many activities, Manorafan, just off the A55 near Chester, is a 10-minute walk away from Abergele beach and caves, and just a bit farther from the seaside town of Rhyl. The site features a modern shower and amenity block, as well as a farm trail that’s great for keeping kids entertained. It takes about an hour by car to get here from Liverpool – glamping fun is never far away.

Two hours by car from Liverpool, just south of the Lake District and off the coast near Barrow-in-Furness, Piel Island is just 50 acres (20ha) in size, with a ridiculously cheap campsite worth visiting. The ancient Piel Castle sits proudly in the centre and there’s an 18th-century pub here, the Ship Inn. But that’s more or less it – there isn’t room for much else. So just sit back, relax and take in the views.

Just creeping into the Lake District, Wyreside Lakes is a great option for a near-to-Liverpool glamping retreat. As well as vast space for tents and caravans, there are luxe camping pods, and the site comes complete with a bar, restaurant and even a stretch of lake reserved for visitors who want to fish. Just an hour north of Liverpool on the M6, it offers a little slice of Lake District landscape without having to venture far.

An hour straight up the M6, Dolphinholme might disappoint anyone in search of actual dolphins, but for campers, it’s a dream. It sits across the River Wyre and offers visitors a truly immersive experience surrounded by beautiful plants and wildlife. As well as pitching a tent, you can opt to stay in a bespoke canvas lodge and relax in style.

Amazingly, you can reach Snowdonia from Liverpool in less than two hours – and the rewards are huge. Llyn Gwynant campsite sits in the shadow of Mount Snowdon, so you can guess how good the scenery will be. A two-hour drive down the A55 leads you to a vast site fit for tents and campers. There’s no need to drive anywhere after that – just park the car and start walking.