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Nipstone Campsite

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· Shrewsbury, England · 20 acres
Hosted by Timothy R.
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Back-to-basics camping in Shropshire, near the Stiperstones and the Shropshire Way

It’s all clean air and long walks at Nipstone Camping, a back-to-basics campsite tucked in the north of the Shropshire Hills. Ideal for families seeking a quiet break from commercial sites, pitch your tent wherever you like in this expansive field, with westerly views into Wales. Nipstone is a place for adventure (and it's no surprise it's a popular base for Duke of Edinburgh expeditions). Wake up. Light the campfire. Heat a brew. Whack on the walking boots and explore. There's any number of good walks from the campsite, including nearby access to the Shropshire Way and a good hike up to the Devil's Chair.

It’s tents-only here, and the flat grass on which you’ll set up also doesn’t allow cars – ideal for ensuring the kids can play safely. The facilities are simple and clean; there’s running water and a toilet located in an on-site cabin, but no showers (bathe in the nearby lake if you want that true wild camping experience!). A spade can be provided to dig your own firepit for a small extra fee – worth it for a classic evening around the campfire. 

You’re within reach of a number of popular walks, so bring appropriate footwear and warm clothes for scaling up some windy hills and craggy tors. A tree-lined footpath on the western edge of the campsite leads to The Bog Visitor Centre, a unique gas-lit relic of what was once a thriving mining community dating back to the 18th century. Take a walk around its remains, and pop into the Visitor Centre for a slice of delicious homemade cake. In the other direction (east of the campsite, back down the driveway) is the dramatic crag of Nipstone Rock, from which the campsite takes its name. Clamber up for an expansive view of the Shropshire countryside and the surrounding Stiperstones National Nature Reserve. Continue along the ridge, taking in the well-named Devil's Chair, before dropping down to the homely Stiperstones Inn for a well earned break.

Our camping field covers a large area. You can choose your own pitch, then sit back and admire the spectacular view. You can walk from the campsite without going on any road and the choice of walks is immense. There are expansive views into mid Wales with many tourist destinations close by. The local pub does excellent food and runs a small shop too.
What to expect
Tent site
Camping area selected or assigned upon arrival.
14 guests max per site
Campfires allowed
Pets allowed
On leash
No toilet; campers must bring camp toilets
With one additional flushing toilet
Potable water available
Tap
No showers
Bathe in lake. There is a reservoir
Pack it out
Cooking equipment absent
Picnic table absent
No wifi
Laundry absent
Hot Tub absent
No playground

Things to know

Getting there
Check in: After 2:00 PM
Check out: Before 12:00 PM
On arrival: Meet with Host
Cancellation policy: Super Strict (30 Days)
Minimum nights: 1 night
Accepts bookings: 12 months out
Short walk
No wheelchair access
Max 11 vehicles
2WD accessible
During your trip
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2 Ratings · 2 reviews
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Mari D.
6 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· September 2024
Best camping ever
Tent
This is the best camp site I have ever been very friendly owners, very good and honest people It's the best place to rest in my opinion. I recomment for everyone! Just have respect for owners and for this place! ❤️❤️❤️
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Peter G.
8 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· August 2024
Highly recommended
Tent · With kids
Peaceful, amazing place. Fantastic, helpful host. Perfect for walkers or if you’re just looking to get away from it all. Great base for exploring the local area or just passing through for the night. Modern, clean facilities, h/c water, washing up station, wheelbarrows ( no cars allowed on field ). Leave it as you find it policy. Beautiful !
Location
Shrewsbury, England, United KingdomTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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Hosted by Timothy R.

Joined in July 2022
From the host
The campsite is in an area of natural outstanding beauty situated very close the Shropshire Way on the Stiperstones. A small campsite for tents only set in a two acre field, twin toilets with hot and cold basin. No showers. We are a no trace campsite! Many Duke of Edinborough Award groups use this site for their expeditions.
Nearby attractions

The Bog Visitor Centre is just over a 30-minute walk away and can be accessed via a footpath from the campsite. Here you can learn about the "hidden history" of the region, with local helpers providing you with information about this once-bustling mining community. There are also refreshments served here, along with a variety of craft items from local sellers. As you're on the edge of the Stiperstones National Nature Reserve, you're in a prime position to explore its wild landscape. Follow the five-mile Stiperstones Stomp path that will let you explore its ridge, and there's plenty of wildlife to spot here that you wouldn't find in the city, from lizards to frogs and emperor moths. If you're travelling with the family, you can also visit Mickey Millers Family Playbarn in a 30-minute drive, a soft play area for the kids with seating for the adults that's sure to keep the little ones occupied.

Food and drink

The Stiperstones Inn is a charming little pub less than a 10-minute drive away, though you can also factor it into your walk through The Bog and the Stiperstones Nature Reserve. This a proper traditional local, beloved in the small Shropshire Hills community after being in the same family for over 50 years. They serve food including vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options, and there's a beer garden for those sunny days. The Bridges Pub is another local that can be reached if you follow the route beyond Devil's Chair, serving locally sourced food that included organic, no-dig vegetables provided by the nearby Linley Market Garden. There's a delicious, unusual menu here that changes daily, and its outdoor seating area is next to a lovely little stream. For the very widest range of options, it's a 35-minute drive to Shrewsbury.

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