Royal Umpire Holiday Park
Preston
Overview of Royal Umpire Holiday Park in Croston
Royal Umpire Holiday Park is a peaceful touring, camping and glamping park near Croston and Preston in Lancashire, set within approximately 60 acres of landscaped countryside, see our full selection of Preston holiday parks here.
The park works particularly well for visitors who prefer open space and a quieter base rather than a large holiday resort with pools and entertainment. Croston is around five minutes away by car, while Leyland, Preston, Southport and Blackpool can all be reached for days out.
Glamping accommodation includes compact pods and larger self contained glamping hives. Options sleep between four and eight guests, with pet friendly accommodation available. The better equipped hives include their own shower and WC, heating, kitchenette facilities and private decking.
Touring caravans and motorhomes are also a major part of Royal Umpire. Hardstanding pitches are available with electric hook up and either communal or individual water connections depending on pitch type. Seasonal pitches are also offered.
Traditional tent camping is available on grass pitches for visitors who prefer a simpler stay.
Facilities on the park include a heated shower and toilet block, children's play area, mini football pitch, recreational field, sunken garden, dedicated dog walk, launderette and washing up area.
A pub is located directly opposite the park, while Croston village has additional pubs, cafés, restaurants and shops.
Royal Umpire Holiday Park at a Glance
| Location | Croston near Leyland and Preston, Lancashire |
| Setting | Approximately 60 acres of countryside |
| Accommodation | Glamping hives and glamping pods |
| Glamping Capacity | Options sleeping 4 to 8 |
| Dog Friendly | Pet friendly glamping and touring options |
| Touring | Touring caravans and motorhomes |
| Camping | Traditional tent pitches |
| Seasonal Touring | Available |
| Pitch Surface | Hardstanding touring pitches and grass tent pitches |
| Electric Hook Up | Available with touring pitches |
| Playground | Outdoor children's play area |
| Sports | Mini football pitch and recreation field |
| Dog Facilities | Dedicated countryside dog walk |
| Garden | Landscaped sunken garden |
| Touring Amenities | Heated showers and toilets |
| Laundry | Launderette |
| Washing Up | Dedicated dishwashing area |
| Nearest Village | Croston, approximately 5 minutes by car |
Planning a Stay at Royal Umpire Holiday Park
| Holiday Style | What Royal Umpire Offers |
|---|---|
| Glamping Breaks | Pods and self contained hives sleeping between four and eight |
| Touring Holidays | Hardstanding caravan and motorhome pitches with electric hook up |
| Camping Holidays | Traditional grass tent pitches with shared amenities |
| Dog Friendly Holidays | Pet friendly stays and a dedicated countryside dog walk |
| Family Holidays | Play area, football and extensive open grounds |
| Quiet Countryside Breaks | 60 acre rural setting without a large entertainment complex |
| Seasonal Touring | Seasonal hardstanding pitches available |
| Exploring Lancashire | Croston, Preston, Southport, Blackpool and the wider countryside within reach |
Royal Umpire particularly suits guests who want to spend their holiday exploring rather than using a large on park leisure complex.
Its central Lancashire location means one stay can include village walks around Croston, family attractions around Leyland and Chorley, countryside days and trips to Southport or Blackpool.
Why is Royal Umpire Holiday Park a Great Holiday Park?
- Approximately 60 acres of landscaped Lancashire countryside
- Glamping pods and self contained glamping hives
- Touring caravan and motorhome pitches
- Traditional tent camping
- Dedicated dog walk
- Children's play area and mini football pitch
- Heated shower and toilet facilities
- Croston village approximately five minutes away
Royal Umpire Holiday Park FAQs
What accommodation is available at Royal Umpire Holiday Park?
Royal Umpire offers glamping pods and hives alongside touring caravan, motorhome and traditional tent pitches. Seasonal touring pitches are also available.
Do the glamping pods have bathrooms?
Facilities depend on the accommodation selected. The self contained glamping hives include their own shower and WC, while simpler glamping pods use the park's shared shower and toilet facilities.
Is Royal Umpire Holiday Park dog friendly?
Yes. Pet friendly glamping options are available and dogs are welcome with suitable touring and camping bookings. The park also has a dedicated countryside dog walk.
Can you camp in a tent at Royal Umpire?
Yes. Traditional grass camping pitches are available, with parking and access to showers, toilets, laundry and washing up facilities.
Does Royal Umpire have a swimming pool or entertainment?
No. Royal Umpire is a quieter touring and glamping park without swimming pools or a regular entertainment complex. Its main appeal is the countryside setting, open space and convenient Lancashire location.
Is there somewhere to eat near Royal Umpire Holiday Park?
Yes. The Highfield pub is directly opposite the park, while Croston village has a choice of pubs, cafés and restaurants approximately five minutes away by car.
Accommodation at Royal Umpire Holiday Park
Royal Umpire specialises in glamping, touring and camping rather than traditional holiday caravans or rental lodges.
Glamping Hives
The self contained glamping hives sleep up to four guests and provide one of the most comfortable ways to stay at Royal Umpire.
The open plan interior includes sleeping space, television and kitchenette facilities with a fridge and small freezer compartment, microwave, kettle and toaster.
A private shower and WC means guests do not need to use the touring amenity block for everyday washing.
Central heating and double glazing make the accommodation practical outside the main summer months.
Private decking provides outdoor space beside the accommodation.
Guests need to bring their own bedding, duvets, pillows, sheets and towels.
Pet friendly versions are available.
Glamping Pods
The smaller glamping pods provide a simpler alternative to a tent while still giving guests solid walls, heating and basic kitchen equipment.
Current pods sleep up to four and include a fridge with small freezer compartment, microwave, kettle, toaster and television.
Private decking gives guests somewhere to sit outdoors.
Bedding and towels are not supplied, so visitors should bring their own.
Pet friendly pods are available.
Larger Glamping Pods
Larger pod accommodation sleeps up to eight guests and is particularly useful for families or groups who want to stay together.
The accommodation provides separate sleeping areas alongside basic food preparation facilities, television, heating and private decking.
Guests again need to provide their own bedding and towels.
Touring Caravans and Motorhomes
Royal Umpire has a substantial touring area with hardstanding pitches suitable for touring caravans and motorhomes.
Electric hook up is available.
Some pitch grades use communal water points, while upgraded pitches provide their own drinking water connection.
Parking is available alongside pitches and there is space for an awning.
Seasonal touring options are also available for guests who want to leave their caravan on the park for longer periods.
Traditional Camping
Grass tent pitches provide the simplest way to stay.
Traditional camping pitches do not have their own electric hook up and use communal water points.
Campers have access to parking, toilets, showers, the play area, launderette, washing up area and mini football pitch.
Accommodation Comparison
| Accommodation Type | Sleeps | Key Features |
|---|---|---|
| Self Contained Glamping Hives | Up to 4 | Shower, WC, kitchenette, heating, TV and decking |
| Glamping Pods | Up to 4 | Heating, fridge, microwave, kettle, toaster and decking |
| Larger Glamping Pods | Up to 8 | Larger family or group accommodation with basic kitchenette facilities |
| Pet Friendly Glamping | 4 to 8 | Selected pods and hives accepting dogs |
| Touring Pitches | Varies | Hardstanding, electric hook up and parking |
| Seasonal Touring Pitches | Varies | Long stay hardstanding touring pitches |
| Traditional Tent Pitches | Varies | Grass pitches with shared water and amenity facilities |
Practical Accommodation Information
| Glamping Capacity | Options sleeping 4 to 8 |
| Heating | Provided in current glamping accommodation |
| Kitchenette | Fridge, microwave, kettle and toaster |
| Private Bathroom | Included with glamping hives |
| Shared Showers | Available for pods, touring and camping |
| Bedding | Guests bring their own |
| Towels | Guests bring their own |
| Dogs | Accepted in selected glamping and touring accommodation |
| Decking | Included with glamping accommodation |
| Touring Surface | Hardstanding |
| Electric Hook Up | Available for touring |
| Water | Shared or individual connection depending on pitch |
| Tent Surface | Grass |
| Tent Electric Hook Up | Not included with traditional camping pitches |
| Parking | Available with glamping and pitches |
Park Facilities at Royal Umpire Holiday Park
Royal Umpire's facilities are deliberately focused on touring, camping and outdoor space rather than indoor entertainment.
The 60 acre setting, dog walking, family recreation areas and practical touring amenities are the main reasons to spend time around the park.
Glamping Village
The glamping area gives guests an alternative to bringing a tent or caravan.
Pods and hives sit within landscaped surroundings and have their own decking, giving visitors a camping style holiday without needing to pitch and pack away canvas.
The self contained hives are particularly useful for guests who want the atmosphere of glamping but still value their own bathroom and heating.
Sunken Garden
The landscaped sunken garden provides one of Royal Umpire's more distinctive quiet spaces.
It is open throughout the day and gives guests somewhere to sit, walk and relax away from the busier touring sections.
For a park centred on touring rather than entertainment, areas such as this help make the grounds part of the holiday rather than simply somewhere to park a caravan.
Children's Play Area
The outdoor play area includes swings, slides and climbing equipment.
The surface is covered with wood bark to provide a softer play surface.
It gives younger children a useful activity on the park while parents prepare meals or spend time around their pitch.
Mini Football Pitch and Recreation Field
A mini football pitch provides more space for older children and families.
The wider recreation field also gives guests room for informal games and outdoor activities.
This is particularly useful on a park with a large amount of open countryside and relatively few indoor facilities.
Dedicated Dog Walk
Royal Umpire has a dedicated dog walking route through the park.
The surrounding countryside provides additional scenery and exercise space, making the park particularly convenient for touring and glamping guests travelling with dogs.
Having an on park walking area means owners do not need to drive elsewhere for every routine dog walk.
Heated Shower and Toilet Block
The main amenity block is heated and provides toilets and hot showers for touring, camping and pod guests.
This is particularly important for spring and autumn touring when an unheated shower block can make a substantial difference to comfort.
Laundry and Washing Up
A launderette is available for longer stays and families.
The separate dishwashing area provides sinks for campers and tourers who do not have full kitchen facilities inside their accommodation.
Pub Opposite the Park
The Highfield pub is directly opposite Royal Umpire.
It provides food and drinks and also has a children's indoor play facility.
Although it is not part of the holiday park, its location is particularly useful because Royal Umpire itself does not have a bar or restaurant.
Park Facilities
| Facility | Details |
|---|---|
| Glamping | Pods and self contained hives |
| Playground | Swings, slides and climbing equipment |
| Football | Mini football pitch |
| Recreation Field | Open space for family games |
| Dog Walk | Dedicated countryside route |
| Sunken Garden | Landscaped garden area |
| Touring | Hardstanding caravan and motorhome pitches |
| Camping | Traditional grass tent pitches |
| Seasonal Touring | Long stay pitches available |
| Showers | Heated shower facilities |
| Toilets | Heated amenity block |
| Laundry | Guest launderette |
| Dishwashing | Dedicated washing up area |
| Parking | Beside pitches and glamping accommodation |
| Pub & Food | Highfield pub directly opposite the park |
Places to Visit Near Royal Umpire Holiday Park
Croston is the natural first place to explore. The attractive Lancashire village has pubs, cafés and independent businesses alongside the River Yarrow and its historic stone bridge.
Rufford Old Hall is only a short drive away and is one of Lancashire's best known Tudor buildings. The National Trust property has historic rooms, gardens and woodland.
Worden Park near Leyland provides around 150 acres of parkland with gardens, woodland walks, children's facilities and open space.
The British Commercial Vehicle Museum in Leyland provides an excellent wet weather option, with a collection of historic buses, trucks and commercial vehicles.
Heskin Hall Shopping Village combines independent shops, cafés and galleries within the grounds of a historic country house.
Families can also visit Windmill Animal Farm, which combines farm animals, play areas and family attractions.
Preston provides shopping, restaurants and riverside parks, while Southport and Blackpool are suitable for longer seaside days.
Nearby Attractions
| Attraction | Approximate Distance | Approximate Drive |
|---|---|---|
| Croston Village | Approximately 2 miles | 5 minutes |
| Rufford Old Hall | Approximately 6 miles | 10 to 15 minutes |
| Worden Park | Approximately 6 miles | 10 minutes |
| British Commercial Vehicle Museum | Approximately 7 miles | 10 to 15 minutes |
| Heskin Hall | Approximately 7 miles | 15 minutes |
| Windmill Animal Farm | Approximately 9 miles | 15 to 20 minutes |
| Preston | Approximately 10 miles | 20 to 25 minutes |
| Southport | Approximately 15 miles | 25 to 30 minutes |
| Blackpool | Approximately 25 miles | 35 to 40 minutes |
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