Carney Pools
Wolseley Bridge, Stafford, Staffordshire
Situated along the outskirts of Cannock Chase AONB, the camping and caravanning site at Carney Pools enjoys a picturesque location nestled between the villages of Rugeley and Stafford. Prepare for a warm welcome as you find your perfect grass or hardstanding pitch, or treat yourself to a stay in one of two luxury glamping bell tents.
About Carney Pools
Spread across the level seven acre field, the camping and caravanning pitches here are well sheltered amidst the greenery onsite. 14 electric hook-ups are available, with six of these available on a range of hardstandings for tourers. The camping field caters to a variety of events too, including rallies, D of E groups and more. There are two camping pods can each sleep up to four people on covered mattresses, and have electric heating. There is a small kitchenette in each, fitted with a toaster, kettle, microwave, fridge freezer and DVD player for rainy days! Outside you'll have a picnic bench. A luxury bell tent provides a more fancy glamping break, complete with beds, linen and a chic interior. Choose from 4m and 6m, suitable for couples or family groups. The site is dog friendly and boasts its own designated area for dog walking. They must be kept on a lead whilst on the site. Fire pits are allowed and can be hired at an additional cost.
Open from 1 April to 31 October
Site facilities include toilets and showers, within easy access of the campsite, and two coarse fishing pools - day tickets available onsite.
Nearby, Wolseley Bridge is just a mile from the site where you'll find a petrol station, post office and shop. The village pub serves a range of great home cooked food and various takeaways, including Indian, deliver straight to the site.
Adult only
Allow commercial vans
Allow pets
Bike hire
Café / restaurant
Communal BBQ
Disabled facilities
Drinking water
Electric hookups
Entertainment
Family friendly
Fires allowed
Fishing
Games room
Glamping
Golf
Horse riding
Hot tub
Internet access
Kids club
Kids playground
Laundry
Near beach
Near pub
Open year round
Peaceful
RV pitches
Shop
Showers
Swimming pool
Toilets
TV room
Vineyard
Water hookups
Watersports
W.C. disposal
There are 13 accommodation options on-site
8 x Non Electric Grass Pitches
Max 2 people
Grass pitches for tents and trailer tents, adults only, max 2. Pets welcome.
Hardstanding and Grass Pitches
Max 4 people
Hardstanding and grass pitches with optional electric, suitable for tourers only (max 3.7m x 5.5m). Pets welcome.
Grass Pitches
Max 6 people
Grass pitches with optional electric, suitable for tents or tourers. Pets welcome.
Site tariff
Interested in staying at Carney Pools?
Call 07530 270284 to book.
Unfortunately Carney Pools doesn't share their availability calendar with us yet. Availability changes quickly, especially in summer, so we recommend enquiring by phone to avoid missing out.
Site rules and policies
Polite notice: We ask all caravanners/campers to vacate by 12 noon on the day of departure. If you wish to stay longer this will incur an extra charge. Please see staff on duty.
Things to do on site and in the Stafford area
The fishing lodge onsite is the perfect starting point for first time-anglers, with bait and other fishing accessories available - plus a selection of snacks.
There are two coarse fishing lakes on the site, well stocked with carp, roach, bream and more.
Attractions nearby:
- Staffordshire Wildlife Trust
- Victoria Park
- Stafford Castle
- Doxey Marshes
- Chasewater Railway
- The Museum of Cannock Chase
Interested in staying at Carney Pools?
Call 07530 270284 to book.
Unfortunately Carney Pools doesn't share their availability calendar with us yet. Availability changes quickly, especially in summer, so we recommend enquiring by phone to avoid missing out.
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