The gorgeous campsite with its own lake, bar and pizza oven an hour away from Manchester

With summer upon us it’s the perfect time to make the most of the great outdoors. And one way to truly immerse yourself in nature is to go camping.

Whether you’re a seasoned camper with all the gear you need, or someone who prefers a little more comfort, choosing the right campsite is what can make or break your trip. Although sleeping under canvas can be fun in itself, little touches will make all the difference to your experience.

An hour’s drive from Manchester is Kings Acre Glamping, a family-run smallholding just outside of Chester, listed by Pitchup.com as one of the top-rated campsites in the North West. This beautiful spot - nestled in 20 acres of green space - is the perfect escape from the stresses of daily life.

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It offers facilities for campers to pitch their own tents as well as glamping options for something a bit more luxurious. But what sets this campsite apart from the rest are the facilities it has to offer.

It features a small lake, ideal for dipping your toes on a hot summer’s day, or you can lounge on the deck and admire the calming water. It’s a magical place and hard to believe you’re just a 10-minute drive from Chester.

If you think camping means missing out on delicious freshly prepared food then think again - this campsite even boasts its own pizza oven which you can hire. Another gem Kings Acre has to offer is a small lakeside bar, so there’s lots of places to relax if you want to spend the day at the campsite.

Barbecues are allowed, and you can hire fire pits too if the evenings get a bit chilly. The campsite also has a policy of parking cars in a dedicated area, so the campsite maintains