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Wolseley Bridge, Stafford, Staffordshire

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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 the luxury glamping bell tent.

About the site


Nestled just ten minutes from the market town of Rugeley, this site, spread across a level seven-acre field, offers a peaceful stay for those looking to unwind in countryside views. Spend days by the site's coarse fishing lakes and evenings cosied by a fire pit. Guests can choose from the well-sheltered 12 optional electric hardstanding pitches or the 23 optional electric grass pitches. The camping field caters to a variety of events, including rallies, Duke of Edinburgh groups, and more. There are eight non electric grass pitches for adults only. Three camping pods are available with electric heating, sleeping four people on covered mattresses. There is a small kitchenette in each with a toaster, kettle, microwave, fridge-freezer and DVD player for rainy days. Outside, you'll have a picnic bench. For those after a more luxurious stay, there is a bell tent complete with beds, linen, and a chic interior suitable for couples or family groups. The site is dog friendly and boasts its own designated area for dog walking. Please keep four-legged friends on a lead while onsite. Fire pits are allowed and can be hired at an additional cost.

Open from 1 April to 31 October


Facilities and amenities

Accessible facilities

Allow commercial vans

Allow pets on site

Café / restaurant / takeaway

Drinking water

Family friendly

Shop

Showers

Toilets

W.C. disposal

WiFi

Baby changing facilities

Electric hookups

Fires allowed

Fishing

Glamping

Kids playground

Near pub

Wash up area

Guests have access to ladies' and gents' toilets and shower blocks with baby changing. An accessible toilet is also available. There is a washing up area located outside. For fishing at the lakes, day tickets are available to purchase onsite.

Nearby, Wolseley Bridge is a 15 minute stroll 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, delivered straight to the site.



Carney Pools is ideal for...

Duke of Edinburgh Award
Older children (13+)
Rallies
Young children

There are 47 accommodation options on-site

8 x Non Electric Grass Pitches

Max 2 people

Grass pitches for tents and trailer tents for adults only.

12 x Optional Electric Hardstanding Pitches

Max 4 people

Hardstanding pitches with optional electric, suitable for tourers only (max 3.7m x 5.5m).

23 x Optional Electric Grass Pitches

Max 6 people

Grass pitches with optional electric, suitable for tents or tourers.



Interested in staying at Carney Pools?

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.


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 the staff on duty.


Things to do on site and in the Stafford area

The fishing lakes welcome guests of all ages and abilities, with facilities for disabled anglers available. Each lake is stocked with Carp, F1S, Crucians, Tench, Bream, Perch, and Roach.

Cannock Chase National Landscape, Cannock Chase Forest, and Staffordshire Wildlife Trust are within a ten minute drive for sightseeing and scenic strolls. National Trust Shugborough Estate is just 15 minutes from the site.

For a fun-filled family day out, Drayton Manor Resort and Alton Towers are both a 40 minute drive away, with rides, indoor play areas, and parklands.

Other attractions nearby:

  • Slitting Mill Waterfall (10 minutes)
  • The Museum of Cannock Chase (15 minutes)
  • Stafford Castle (25 minutes)
  • Doxey Marshes (30 minutes)
  • Chasewater Railway (30 minutes)

Interested in staying at Carney Pools?

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.

The listing for Carney Pools was last updated on September 29th, 2025 at 10:43 AM

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