Compare 15 lodges near Delamere Forest, closest first – filter by hot tubs, pets, pools and more, then check dates and prices.
Nestled within Cheshire’s largest woodland area, Delamere Lake Sailing and Holiday Park offers a peaceful haven surrounded by nature and wildlife.
Nestling in the ancient royal hunting forest of Delamere, a lush 2,400-acre shady oasis in the heart of the Cheshire Plain, these new lodges are ideal for those seeking to escape the crowds and let off steam amidst the perfect leafy haven.
Set in beautifully landscaped grounds and surrounded by peaceful countryside, this park offers a haven of rural tranquility just two miles from historic Chester.
Kitty’s View Country Lodges is part of our exclusive Autograph Plus Lodge Holidays Collection.
Coole Acres Fishery & Leisure Park, part of our exclusive Bouja Luxury Boutique Breaks collection, is a newly established, family friendly holiday destination nestled in the heart of the picturesque Cheshire countryside.
Ladera Retreat Lodges is part of our Autograph Lodge Holidays Collection and enjoys an idyllic rural setting in the heart of the Cheshire countryside.
When it comes to outstanding accommodation and five-star leisure facilities, look no further than Plassey Holiday Park, Retail Village and Golf Course.
Woodland Park Lodges is hidden beneath a canopy of woodland deep in the glorious Shropshire–Wales border.
Clwydian View at ParcFarm is part of our exclusive Bouja Luxury Boutique Breaks Collection.
Nestled peacefully in the wonderful Shropshire countryside, this exclusive cluster of luxury lodges offers the perfect escape for couples or families looking to kick back and relax in an idyllic location.
Lying peacefully in the Clwydian Hills midway between the beautiful town of Llangollen and traditional market towns of Mold and Ruthin, Parc Farm Holiday park is the perfect place for blissful escapes, rural retreats and thrilling adventures with friends and family.
Hidden Firs, part of our Autograph Lodge Holidays Collection, is a cluster of outstanding, quirky micro-lodges situated in the village of St Martin’s in north-west Shropshire.
Escape the ordinary and embrace the extraordinary at The Barns at Blackwater Meadow, part of our exclusive Magnificent brand. Here, luxury living seamlessly blends with the untamed beauty of nature.
Wayfind Pennant Park is part of our Evermore Lodge Holidays Collection, an exclusive development of luxury lodges and holiday homes peacefully located near the North Wales Coast, with stunning views across the Dee Estuary.
Set in the woodlands on the edge of the Peak District, overlooking a beautiful meadow leading down to the stunning Rudyard Lake, these Swedish lodges offer the perfect retreat.
Step off the train at Delamere and you’re under the trees within a minute, with sandstone paths running off between the pines, the smell of resin in the air and Blakemere Moss glinting through the birches. This was once a royal hunting forest. Today it’s around 2,400 acres of woods, meres and mosses on the Cheshire Plain, looked after by Forestry England, and Chester is 16 minutes away by train.
We’ve picked six parks with lodges near Delamere Forest, from a lakeside retreat five minutes from the visitor centre to farm lodges under Bickerton Hill. Drive times are by road from the forest.
Five of the six take dogs. Five have hot tubs.
Delamere Lake wins on location, right on the edge of the forest park. Fir Trees suits a city and forest mix, while Coole Acres and Plassey add fishing, golf and a pool. Tap a heading to sort the table.
| Lodge park | Drive (mins) | Sleeps | Hot tubs | Pets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delamere Lake Sailing and Holiday Park | 5 | 10 | Yes | Yes |
| Delamere Forest Lodges | 14 | 10 | Yes | Yes |
| Kittys View Country Lodges | 26 | 4 | Yes | Yes |
| Fir Trees | 29 | 8 | No | No |
| Plassey Leisure Park | 41 | 6 | Yes | Yes |
| Coole Acres Fishery & Leisure Park | 43 | 6 | Yes | Yes |
Driving Distance: About 5 minutes (2.3 miles) | Sleeps: Up to 10 | Hot tubs: Yes | Pet friendly? Yes
What to expect: A 120-acre lake sits at the heart of this park, with a small sandy beach for picnics. Paddleboard, kayak or sail across it, or enjoy a bracing wild swim on a warm morning. Primrose Wood, Thieves Moss and Petty Pool are on the doorstep, and guests rate it 4.6 out of 5.
Who’ll love it? Families and groups who like being on the water, as the biggest lodges sleep up to 10, with hot tubs and dogs welcome.
Driving Distance: About 14 minutes (6.3 miles) | Sleeps: Up to 10 | Hot tubs: Yes | Pet friendly? Yes
What to expect: New lodges tucked into the old hunting forest and surrounded by footpaths, cycle routes and riding trails. Explore the lost meres and mosses, look out for nature on the move, and on a clear day take in views across seven counties. It’s rated 4.7 out of 5.
Who’ll love it? Hikers, cyclists and dog owners. Lodges sleep up to 10 and there are hot tubs to sink into after a long day out.
Driving Distance: About 26 minutes (15.5 miles) | Sleeps: Up to 4 | Hot tubs: Yes | Pet friendly? Yes
What to expect: A boutique collection of one and two bedroom lodges on a working farm, named after the view from Bickerton Hill in memory of Kitty Wheeldon. Cows, sheep, hens, ponies and donkeys share the fields. Each one comes with a stone flagged patio, a garden and its own private hot tub. Guests give it a perfect 5 out of 5.
Who’ll love it? Couples looking for a quiet retreat, with dogs welcome too. It’s part of the Autograph Plus collection, so expect a touch of luxury.
Driving Distance: About 29 minutes (14.4 miles) | Sleeps: Up to 8 | Hot tubs: No | Pet friendly? No
What to expect: Landscaped grounds and quiet countryside a couple of miles from Chester, rated 4.8 out of 5. The racecourse and the zoo are close by, and the North Wales coast is within half an hour by car.
Who’ll love it? Groups of up to 8 who want the city and the forest in one break. There are no hot tubs and pets aren’t listed. A launderette is available (charges apply).
Driving Distance: About 41 minutes (29.7 miles) | Sleeps: Up to 6 | Hot tubs: Yes | Pet friendly? Yes
What to expect: Plassey offers 250 acres of park and woodland in the Dee Valley, with nature trails, fishing ponds, a nine-hole golf course, a driving range and pitch and putt. Swimmers get a heated indoor pool with an outdoor lounge terrace. Guests rate it 4.9 out of 5.
Who’ll love it? Families who like plenty on site and the forest as a day out, with hot tubs and dogs both on the list. Llangollen is up the valley, so have a look at our guide to lodges near Llangollen too.
Driving Distance: About 43 minutes (22.1 miles) | Sleeps: Up to 6 | Hot tubs: Yes | Pet friendly? Yes
What to expect: A newly opened park in the countryside, and part of the Bouja Luxury Boutique Breaks collection. Pick from cosy shepherd’s huts, glamping pods or roomy luxury lodges, though it’s too new for guest reviews yet.
Who’ll love it? Anglers, mainly, plus couples and families with a dog in tow. There’s fishing on site.
Plenty of people search for log cabins in Delamere Forest or a cottage close by, and a lodge sits nicely between the two. You get the woodland feel of the cabins with the room of a cottage: a proper kitchen, a private deck and, at five of these six parks, hot tubs for frosty nights.
One big lodge shared between friends or family often works out cheaper per head.
Forestry England runs the forest, and its official visitor page has the latest maps and notices.
Follow the yellow markers from the café for about 5km through mature trees, with Blakemere Moss opening up beside you like a hidden lake. Bring binoculars, as the Blakemere trail is the place for rare Mediterranean gulls and wintering wildfowl. Allow up to a couple of hours. All-terrain mobility scooters can manage it.
The Old Pale trail is only 3km but steep in places, with a shortcut back halfway round if little legs flag. Your reward is a view across the plain to Liverpool’s skyline on a clear day. Up here is the natural amphitheatre where the summer concerts happen.
Hunger Hill is an easy 6.4km loop, while the Whitemoor trail follows white markers for 11km past meres, mosses and lakeside views. Check the Forestry England site before relying on bike hire, or bring your own.
Grab a £4 Room on the Broom trail pack from the Visitor Welcome Point (9.30am to 4.30pm) for a mile of spells and stickers. Gruffalo sculptures hide along the footpaths, Eddi’s Hillfort is an accessible play area and Go Ape has high ropes for older children. Fancy a run? The free parkrun starts at 9am every Saturday.
Muddy boots are fine here, and the local pubs know it.
Set your sat nav for Linmere, Delamere, Northwich CW8 2HZ.
Delamere station is on the Mid-Cheshire line, with hourly Northern trains taking about 16 minutes to Chester and 14 to Northwich. Arrive car-free and there’s nothing to pay.
| Car park | Cost (Forestry England) |
|---|---|
| Visitor Centre | £4 to £12.50, depending on how long you stay |
| Treetops | £4 to £12.50 |
| Whitefield | £3.80 to £9.50 |
Number plate cameras log your visit, and prices can change.
The forest opens daily at 8am except Christmas Day, closing at 8pm in summer and 5pm in winter. Weekends and school holidays are busiest from mid-morning. Staying close by lets you experience it at its quietest: go early, enjoy the trails to yourself, and be back on the decking before the crowds arrive.
Autumn is hard to beat, with the broadleaf trees turning gold around the meres.
Yes. The lakeside park and the forest lodges both have them, and every lodge at Kitty’s View has its own.
Yes. Forestry England lists the Doolittle Trail as a dog friendly route, and five of the six parks here take pets.
From £3.80 to £12.50 depending on the car park and how long you stay. Arrive on foot, by bike or by train and it’s free.
The Blakemere trail, about 5km on wide paths from the café. For a steeper climb with views, try the 3km Old Pale trail.
Very. The Room on the Broom trail, Gruffalo sculptures, Eddi’s Hillfort and Go Ape will fill a week.
Picture it: boots off by the door, a drink on the decking and owls calling out in the pines. All six parks above are available to book now, and you’ll find more lodge holidays across the county on our Cheshire lodges page.
Heading on to the hills? See our lodges near Mam Tor in the Peak District, browse North West England, or book a holiday lodge anywhere in the UK, whether it’s a weekend away or a week.
Then plan your first forest walk for the morning after check-in.
