Discover Oakwood Marina, a serene spot on the banks of the Trent and Mersey Canal. Tents, motorhomes and campervans can pitch up on grass pitches, with cosy furnished bell tents for glampers. Start your day with a full English at the onsite tea room, and savour summer evenings at the narrowboat pub with street food delights. Northwich and the Delamere Forest are also within a 15 minute drive!
Situated along the scenic Trent and Mersey Canal, providing a picturesque and tranquil setting
Great onsite facilities including a shop, tea rooms and a seasonal pub, bar and pizza hut!
Located five minutes from Northwich, 15 minutes to Delamere Forest and Go Ape
An ideal spot to sit back, unwind and watch barges chug past. With waterside benches to enjoy a picnic or grab a delicious bite to eat from the onsite tea room, it is a great place to enjoy a slow morning or wildlife spotting. For tent campers, there are a total of seventeen non electric grass pitches, each a spacious 12m x 10m. These all allow up to five guests, with many close to the waters edge so you get a great view! If travelling with your campervan or motorhome, there are five electric grass pitches on offer. These measure 3m x 8m and come with a 16 amp hook up, along with a water tap. Up to five guests are permitted per pitch. The site also offers five cosy bell tents for those looking for a little more luxury. Each of the 5m tents sleeps up to two adults and two children, kitted out with a double bed, memory foam mattress, duvet, bedside tables, battery lights, rugs and blankets. A 5l bottle of water, candles, cooking equipment, crockery and an LED lantern are included too. For relaxing outdoors, you will have a picnic table, along with two folding chairs. If you want to toast some marshmallows, you will have a fire pit, kindling, logs and a firelighter. Solar lighting is around the tent, and you will have access to a washing up bowl, along with a door mat and shoe box. For scaring away the midgies, there is a citronella candle too. Dogs are welcome to join you for your stay, with up to two four-legged friends per pitch. Guests can also bring along a BBQ or fire pit, just please ensure to keep it raised from the ground.
Oakwood Marina is open from 28/03 to 05/10.
Max 5 people
Spacious grass pitches measuring 2m x 10m without electric, suitable for tents only.
Max 5 people
Grass 3m x 8m pitches with 16 amp electric and water tap. Suitable for campervans and motorhomes.
For days off site, the popular Delamere Forest is only 15 minutes away. Here you will find a great range of woodland walks, along with a Go Ape and Wild Shore Delamere, a fun-filled waterpark.
If travelling with the kids, Tatton Park (20 minutes) also makes for a great day out. Explore the historic estate and wander through the scenic gardens and deer park. There is even a farm where you can meet the animals.
For families, Anderton Boat Lift is a 15 minute drive away. Explore the historic attraction, an impressive engineering marvel. Take a boat trip on the River Weaver and experience the lift in action.
Lion Salt Works are a ten minute drive from the site, where you can step back in time at the restored salt production site. Enjoy interactive exhibits and learn about the region's industrial heritage.
At Cotebrook Shire Horse Centre (15 minutes), you can meet majestic shire horses and other farm animals. Enjoy informative demonstrations and explore the beautiful countryside setting.
Wander through stunning gardens at Arley Hall (20 minutes). The gardens offer a delightful setting for family walks and picnics. Nearby there are also the romantic and enchanting Abbeywood Gardens (15 minutes). Explore the stunning grounds and relax in the tranquil setting.
Perfect for a day out, Tatton Park (20 minutes) offers picturesque gardens and a historic mansion. Enjoy a romantic walk around the lake or explore the Japanese Garden.
Share a unique shopping experience at the Northwich Artisan Market (10 minutes). Discover local crafts, food, and gifts for a special day out.
Whether you're seeking family-friendly adventures or a romantic escape, Northwich and its surroundings offer a diverse range of activities to suit all tastes.
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Whitchurch, (19.1 miles)
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Tattenhall, Chester, Tattenhall (14.1 miles)
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Minshull Vernon, Crewe, Minshull Vernon (7.6 miles)
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Hales, Market Drayton, Hales (23 miles)
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Malpas, (19.5 miles)
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