campground with access to Manchester

[kiwibella]

I want to head up to Manchester over the hols and suggested to dh that we do this as our still-unplanned-family-shortbreak-camping-test-trip. We don't need to stay in Manchester itself but would like a recommendation of a site which we can easily get there for a day from. I don't seem to be having much luck with UKcampsites.

are there any suggestions for camping in / around / near Manchester?

try near peak district: buxton, hayfield, whaley bridge - always used to be lots of campsites near there and about 45 mins drive away... no specific advice though sorry

having a Good Think, which would be much better if i knew where I put my brain cells.
Back later, hopefully with Suggestions.

any of this lot take your fancy?
Good tram links to city from Altrincham, FWIW.

gigglewitch... thanks for the suggestions wilfsell.

sounds nice, but haven't been (bit close to home)

Gelderwood Country Park
Ashworth Road, Rochdale OL11 5UP. Tel & Fax: 01706-364858.
Pitches for 30 Touring Caravans and 6 tents, located 9 miles from Manchester, set in 10 acres of beautifully maintained country park with another 15 acres of mature woodland. Site facilities include electricity, water points, showers and gas. Several good restaurants within walking distance

these are all in the area too, esp Stockport ones. Not sure if they are all for tents tho
One we have been to is the Camping and Caravanning club site at Delamere which is lovely.

thanks so much for your help GW... I'll have a good look through these sites in the morning. Do you know this one? Is it handy to Manchester?

We are also members of the caravan club and as a rule their sites are lovely - been to lots over 30yrs They don't usually take tents though (are you tin-tenting then?)
Haven't been to that one but parents have, they went to catch up with friends.

Yes handy for Manchester on Metrolink - sounds great!