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Flintshire, North Wales

Acres of Glamping

— (0)Price on Pitchup53.225°N, 3.077°W
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The morning sun filters through ancient hedgerows at this working farm site, where birdsong mingles with the distant bleating of sheep across rolling Flintshire pastures. There's an unmistakable scent of countryside here—fresh grass, earth, and that particular clarity of air that comes with elevated Welsh farmland.

This straightforward, back-to-basics site suits campers and caravanners seeking a genuine rural escape in North Wales. You're perfectly positioned between the Clwydian Range and the Dee Estuary, with the historic market town of Mold nearby and Snowdonia's peaks within striking distance. Families and couples wanting to disconnect will appreciate the farm setting, while those touring North Wales will find it a peaceful base between coast and mountains.

Facilities are kept simple—clean toilets and showers serve pitches for tents, campervans, and caravans scattered across the farmland. Check the campfire policy when you arrive, as restrictions may vary seasonally. The overall vibe is unpretentious and farm-fresh, where the landscape does the talking and modern life feels comfortably distant.

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Weather Outlook
Current Conditions
16°C
Clear
6 mph
88%
7-Day Outlook
Today
23° / 16°
41%
Sat
20° / 12°
50%
Sun
25° / 11°
2%
Mon
28° / 17°
41%
Tue
24° / 17°
19%
Wed
20° / 16°
10%
Thu
26° / 16°
6%
Source: Open-Meteo · Updated hourly
Walks Nearby

Local walks within 10 km

8 routes found via OpenStreetMap

Parkgate Walk

Loops 5km along the historic Parkgate promenade with flat, paved paths perfect for buggies and families with young children. Dogs welcome on leads. The route traces the old Dee Estuary shoreline where ships once docked, now silted marshland attracting wading birds. Worth it for seaside ice cream stops, big skies, and watching for high spring tides that occasionally reach the sea wall.

Walking routeLocal network
8.61 km from campsite
Route length: 5 km

Wirral Way

Follows a disused railway line between West Kirby and Hooton, offering 12 miles of flat, surfaced paths perfect for families, buggies and cyclists. Dogs welcome on leads. The level terrain and good surface make this ideal for young children, with countryside views, wildlife spotting opportunities and several accessible entry points. Worth doing for an easy, traffic-free adventure where you can cover as much or little distance as suits, with seaside connections at the northern end.

Hiking routeRegional network
11.71 km from campsite

King Charles III England Coast Path: Birkenhead to Welsh Border

Follows the Wirral coastline along the Dee Estuary from Birkenhead towards Wales, mixing flat promenades with grassy coastal paths and some beach sections. Terrain is predominantly flat to gentle, making it excellent for families and buggy-friendly in many stretches, particularly around New Brighton and Hoylake. Dogs welcome throughout. Delivers sweeping estuary views across to Wales, birdwatching opportunities at nature reserves like Hilbre Island (tidal access), and charming seaside towns with

Hiking routeNational trail
13.71 km from campsite
Operator: National Trails

Wales Link Path

Walking routeLocal network
12.3 km from campsite
Operator: Flintshire County Council

Wirral Circular Trail

Hiking routeRegional network
15.52 km from campsite
Route length: 60 km

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Pubs & restaurants within 5 km

  • Sir Gawain and the Green Knight
    Pub 0.2 km~5 min walk
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  • The Halfway House
    Pub 0.5 km~5 min walk
    Directions
  • Cross Keys
    Pub 0.7 km~10 min walk
    Directions
  • Magic Kitchen
    Takeaway 1.2 km~15 min walkchinese
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  • Sunrise Breakfasts
    Cafe 1.2 km~15 min walkbreakfast;coffee shop
    Directions

Data from OpenStreetMap · distances "as the crow flies" · walk times approximate

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