The Paddock at Hardwick

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Furnished bell tent (added by manager 29 Aug 2023)

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  • Exclusive-use glampsite in a Stottesdon riverside paddock, Shropshire
  • Top Adventures and Severn Valley Quad Trekking five minutes’ drive
  • Alfresco nature bath; pub 20 minutes walk; farm shop 10 minutes’ drive
If you’re feeling the need to escape from everyone and everything, it’s time to book a stay in The Paddock at Hardwick. You’ll have the stylishly laid-out and spacious bell tent – looking out over peaceful Shropshire countryside – all to yourselves, with nothing to disturb you except the burbling of the neighbouring River Rea, accompanied by the sweet sound of birdsong. Inside the tent is a warm double bed for snuggling into, a coffee table, vintage armchairs and a sideboard for storage. Conjure up camping suppers on the gas stove, and off-grid solar energy powers lighting to pretty the place up at night as well as charge any phones. You’ll soon get with the back-to-nature vibe here. An exclusive-use eco-toilet – apparently with one of the best views in Shropshire – is a few steps away across the camping paddock, and down on the river bank you can wallow alfresco in a nature shower with lots of hot water. Chill in the hammock slung between two trees, or embark on meandering country walks and cycling jaunts. If the fancy takes you, go wild swimming in the river, and warm up afterwards with peppermint tea brewed from the leaves of the plants outside your tent; it’s fantastic for curing migraines and aiding sleep – not that you’ll need much help after all that Shropshire fresh air. If you want to pick up bits for a barbecue, there’s a farm shop 10 minutes’ drive away, and a supermarket in Cleobury Mortimer (15 minutes). Alternatively, you can have a wander down to the local hostelry (20 minutes’ walk) for generous helpings of pub classics.

Site type

Rent a tent 1

Languages spoken

English

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Features

Pop-up campsite

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

Watersports

Amenities on site

Bath available

Car parking by pitch/unit

Composting toilet

Disabled facilities

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

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

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

Type

Pop-up campsite

Tiny (1-10 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby

Cycle hire nearby

Cycling nearby

Golf nearby

Horse riding nearby

Mountain biking nearby

Restaurant nearby

Location

The Paddock at Hardwick

Hardwick Forge

Stottesdon

Shropshire

England

DY14 8TL

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)

GPS

52.43477°N
-2.49945°W

Nearest transport

Coach
16.8 mi Bus Station
18.5 mi Dudley Bus Station
18.8 mi Raven Hotel
Rail
10.2 mi Ludlow Rail Station
11.6 mi Kidderminster Rail Station
13.7 mi Hartlebury Rail Station

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

If you’re feeling in need of immediate rejuvenation, there are loads of lovely walks close to the site, including Clee Hill (15 minutes’ drive) and Brown Clee Hill (20 minutes), for views into the Shropshire Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, as well as woodland and riverside hikes or cycle routes in Severn Valley Country Park (40 minutes) and a scenic walk around Trimpley Reservoir (half an hour). If you’re looking for a bit more outdoor action, Top Adventures (five minutes) has all sorts going on, from pony trekking to paddleboarding and archery. You can explore off-road Shropshire from the back of a quad bike at Severn Valley Quad Trekking (also five minutes), or practise your golf swing on several courses within 20 minutes by car. See lions, giraffes and hippos on a drive through their enclosures at West Midland Safari Park (25 minutes), and if you’re seeking some animal cuddles, go for a stroll with the amiable and shaggy-headed beasties at Severn Valley Alpacas (35 minutes).

Must see

Ludlow Castle 10.5 mi

Much Wenlock Priory 11.4 mi

Witley Court & Gardens (English Heritage) 12.2 mi

Enginuity 13.2 mi

Ironbridge Gorge Museums 13.5 mi

National Trust

Dudmaston Estate 6.9 mi

Wilderhope Manor 9.9 mi

Kinver Edge and the Rock Houses 10.9 mi

Carding Mill Valley and the Shropshire Hills 15.7 mi

Wightwick Manor and Gardens 16.4 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

BURWARTON HOUSE 3.8 mi

Titterstone Clee Hill via Shropshire Way and Jack Mytton Way 3.8 mi

Brown Clee Hill via Shropshire Way and Jack Mytton Way 3.8 mi

Hampton Loade – Dudmaston - Comer Wood and Quatt 6 mi

ARLEY HOUSE 6.5 mi

Local events

  • Camp Bestival Shropshire (Thursday 15 August 2024 – Thursday 15 August 2024)

    Telford, Shropshire 19.5 mi

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.

Reviews

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Perfect idyllic countryside escape, Bliss.

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Anonymous The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Bell tent

Liked: Incredibly private, very large beautiful riverside spot with stunning scenery and walks, felt like we had half of Shropshire to ourselves, just the sound of running water and hooting owls to keep you company at night, wonderfully maintained and stocked with everything you’d ever need. Outdoor shower next to the river was a great addition, impossible not to feel completely at peace with nature. The hosts couldn’t be more welcoming and helpful, incredibly informative and helped us find a taxi service into Bridgnorth when we were struggling to find somebody ourselves. Impossible to find any flaws at the paddock, the best experience me and my partner on any of our camping breaks up and down the country. Would thoroughly recommend to anybody seeking a complete escapist countryside getaway, and hope to be returning again soon. 10/10 👌

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  • Does The Paddock at Hardwick have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is The Paddock at Hardwick dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near The Paddock at Hardwick? If you’re feeling in need of immediate rejuvenation, there are loads of lovely walks close to the site, including Clee Hill (15 minutes’ drive) and Brown Clee Hill (20 minutes), for views … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of The Paddock at Hardwick?
    On-site accommodation
    Arrive:  2 p.m. –  9 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
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