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Hi,

We're looking for a campsite for the May bank holiday somewhere in the N/W region and within 1-2 hrs travelling of Manchester.

The only proviso is that we don't want somewhere that is too busy. i.e. don't want the usual Bank Holiday nightmare of fighting for a decent pitch space or being surround by other tents pitched within inches of your own. Conseqently any sites in the south/central lakes are probably out of the question.

We have two families each with large tents, not that bothered about the facilities as long as there is a clean toilet/shower block. A big field for five kids to run around in and tire themselves out and a family friendly pub within walking distance would be nice.

Any recommendations ?

What about the Peak District or North Wales? Plenty of sites to choose from. Greenhills at Bakewell is fine, bit of a hike into the town but Ashford is nearer, has a pub but it's a bit pricey, and you have to cross the A6 and walk down a side road to get to it.

Anne

I was going to suggest Derbyshire as well. How about Edale, close to the pub, lots of countryside, but i haven't actually camped here so don't know how busy it gets on a bank holiday.

http://www.ukcampsite.co.uk/sites/details.asp?revid=2997

http://www.ukcampsite.co.uk/sites/details.asp?revid=3333

http://www.ukcampsite.co.uk/sites/details.asp?revid=1713

jules