Great Haywood Canalside Camping
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- Relaxed rural campsite on the edge of Cannock Chase
- Five minutes' walk to Great Haywood; a mile to the Shugborough Estate
- Opposite a farm shop and café; overlooking a canal junction
Site type
20
This site has no on-site shower facilities.
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. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
- Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the site are unlit.
- Please note that the toilet facilities are unisex.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Thu, 1 Aug to
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Reviews
Voted 73% of visitors View breakdown
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Only showing reviews for the last 30 months.
The man at reception is friendly and helpful. Lovely place to camp
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Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked: No Frills as the sign says but a very comfortable and relaxing place to spend a few days camping. Water, clean toilets and a very concise site etiquette that enables visitors to enjoy themselves while respecting others peace and quiet. Very short walk down the canal and you're in shugborough hall and grounds. Peaceful and relaxed atmosphere. We'll definately be going again.
Disliked: Nothing.
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Great location
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Non-electric hardstanding and grass campervan pitch
Liked: Great location and friendly. Good price The canal walks excellent Will use again
Disliked: Some areas a little muddy but you can’t complain about the weather
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Exceptional No Frills at a Sensible Price Point. With a view.
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Liked: Absolutely beautiful location on the waters edge. Watching life pass by at narrowboat slow pace. Excellent friendly helpful welcome on arrival. Thanks to Pete, a credit to the site. Plenty of space when I stayed mid week, nice to not be ontop of one another and enjoy peace. Toilets clean. Bins available. Water point for good fresh drinking water. Location handy for walks from site. Shops nearby. Farm one over road with cafe with in and outside seating. Spar up the road 5 mins walk. Pub nearby. As a solo it’s sensible price unlike others. THE BEST No Frills Camping Ever…
Disliked: Limited weeks opening this year. Sadly as would love to visit again. Hope going forward it’s able to open longer. There is a call for the more budget friendly & no frills sites unlike other local sites that charge a kidney! I don’t need EHU & other extras to inflate the price I pay as a solo.
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Excellent site as described in the overview. Plenty of space.
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Liked: Fantastic location on the canalside. Peaceful and relaxing watching the barges go by. Plenty of space. Lovely canal walks nearby. Site was exactly as expected.
Disliked: None
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Beautiful setting but very basic site. Chemical toilets and one tap. Expensive…
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Liked: Beautiful setting but very basic site. Chemical toilets and one tap. Expensive at 20 pounds a night.
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The white was exactly as advertised. The loos were clean and maintained.…
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Liked: The white was exactly as advertised. The loos were clean and maintained. We called on lovely grass. Easy to pitch. It was a very pretty spot, and east to launch a canoe. Thank you :)
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10/10 definitely go again!
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Liked: Lush view! Right by the canal! Very peaceful. Pub only 7min walk away. Farm shop & cafe across the road for breakfast. Lovely!
Disliked: Would be nice if there were washing up facilities. But apart from that, can’t complain!
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You can pitch anywhere in the field. We pitched right next to…
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Liked: You can pitch anywhere in the field. We pitched right next to the water. We also loved being able to have camp fires as many places don't allow this.
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No frills site with fab management and owners.
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Liked: A great site as always. I never regret going back! Canal walks on the door step, pubs and Shugborough Mansion/Estate. Garden Centre. It's fantastic.
Disliked: Nothing.
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Basic campsite with the amenities required when camping.
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Liked: Not over crowded, plenty of lovely walks along side the canal and at Shugborough Hall. This is Basic Campsite, only Toilets and water provided and Not over priced. Accommodates a few places on hard standing for motorhomes upto approx 7 metres. Will definitely be coming again. Helpful and pleasant Warden.
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Features
Portable toilet
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
D. of E. welcome
Family friendly
Motorcycle friendly
Rallies welcome
Single-sex groups welcome
Student groups welcome
Rules
Barbecue provided
Barbecues allowed
Campfires allowed
Commercial vehicles allowed
Dogs allowed
Themes
Budget/backpacker
Peaceful
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
Nearby farmers' market
Public transport nearby
Shop nearby
Type
Pop-up campsite
Small (11-25 pitches)
Nearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Golf nearby
Leisure/theme park nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Restaurant nearby
Location
Great Haywood Canalside Camping
Mill Lane
Great Haywood
Staffordshire
England
ST18 0RJ
Directions Timezone
Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)
GPS
52.80449°N
-2.00779°W
Route directions
Nearest transport
Coach
Rail
Airport
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
Must see
Samuel Johnson Birthplace Museum & Bookshop 11.3 mi
Sudbury Hall 11.6 mi
National Memorial Arboretum 12 mi
Wedgwood Visitor Centre 12.3 mi
Boscobel House & the Royal Oak 13.3 mi
National Trust
Shugborough Estate 1 mi
Sudbury Hall and the National Trust Museum of Childhood 11.5 mi
Letocetum Roman Baths and Museum 12 mi
Moseley Old Hall 12.2 mi
The Old Manor 14.3 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
SHUGBOROUGH 0.8 mi
Seven Springs - Shugborough - Cannock Chase - Seven Springs 1.6 mi
Battle of Hopton Heath, 1643 3.2 mi
SANDON PARK 4.4 mi
GERMAN MILITARY CEMETERY 4.5 mi
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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.
Want to know more about camping in Staffordshire?
- Does Great Haywood Canalside Camping have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Great Haywood Canalside Camping dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Great Haywood Canalside Camping? Make sure to allocate at least one full day for pootling around the Shugborough Estate (a mile from site), as this National Trust property is one of the finest country piles around … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Great Haywood Canalside Camping?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: 12 p.m. – 8 p.m. Depart by: 2 p.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Great Haywood Canalside Camping? From £14 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.