The Walled Garden Pods

From GBP 130 For 1 night, 5 adults 10 5 reviews
Wooden finish (added by manager 11 Nov 2020)

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Walled garden pods (added by manager 29 jul 2022)
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Elm and oak pods (added by manager 11 nov 2020)

  • Luxurious, modern pods in a Georgian walled garden
  • A five-minute drive from Rocester or Denstone; Ashbourne 15 minutes
  • Indoor kitchen plus a shared outdoor barbecue and pizza oven
There's something particularly pleasing about being in an outdoor space that's hugged by old brick walls. Most plants would probably agree, as such sun-trapping set-ups tend to create a microclimate that's just right for summer fruit and flowers. The Walled Garden Pods, a small and secluded site in the Staffordshire countryside, is also fertile ground for alfresco holidays. The modern accommodation here sleeps up to five and is artfully spread over a spacious site dating back to the Georgian period. The whole place has been thoroughly and lovingly done up by the family behind the place, using reclaimed and recycled materials as much as possible. The self-contained units here come with a bathroom including a shower, toilet and basin. Bedding is included, but this ain't just any old set of sheets – at The Walled Garden Pods, you can expect to rest your dainty head on smooth Egyptian cotton. While each pod has its own niftily compact kitchenette, there's also a shared outdoor cooking area and seating space with a barbecue and pizza oven. The site is located between the villages of Rocester and Denstone, both of which are about five minutes away by car: the former has a nifty corner shop and a couple of takeaways, while the latter is home to a well-liked pub.

Campground type

Lodges, cabins, pods or huts 5
Open all year
Please note
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • No bachelor/bachelorette parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • No cars/motorcycles at the site. All cars must be parked in the designated area.
  • No naked flames are allowed inside the hired accommodation units.
  • No gas barbecues allowed.
  • No electric barbecues allowed.

Languages spoken

English

Pitch types & availability

Accommodation

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2 adults
0 children

Reviews

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Only showing reviews for the last 30 months.

Lovely quiet enclosed garden. Clean and comfortable pods.

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 10
Carrie M. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Camping pod (no pets)

Liked: Pizza oven, comfy beds, lovely shower and toilet in the pod. Decoration and ambience of the whole walled garden.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Excellent spot for a quiet break - really enjoyed our trip

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 8
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 8
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 10
Anonymous The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Camping pod (no pets)

Liked: Very well equipped, cosy & something very different. Lovely spot too

Disliked: Nothing - it was great!

Recommend to friends Visit again

Beautiful pods. Lovely owners. 10/10.

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 10
Ann G. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Camping pod (no pets)

Liked: Beautiful pods- done to the highest standard. Amazing attention to detail.

Disliked: Nothing- absolutely lovely pods

Recommend to friends Visit again

We loved our stay can’t wait to go again next year

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 10
Joanne t. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Camping pod (no pets)

Liked: Fantastic accommodation

Recommend to friends Visit again

Overall excellent site, clean facilities, plenty of space and very pea

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 10
Anonymous The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Camping pod (pet friendly)

Liked: Everything

Disliked: Noise in my the pod which was every few mins probably from the bathroom. Disturbing at night. The camera facing what felt like straight into the pod

Recommend to friends Visit again

Features

Dogs allowed

Leisure on site

Bar or club house

Cycle hire

Evening entertainment

Fishing

Fitness centre

Games room

Indoor swimming pool

Kids' club

On-site restaurant/cafe

Outdoor swimming pool

Play area

TV room

Take away

Tennis

Watersports

Amenities on site

Bath available

Car parking by site/unit

Composting toilet

Disabled facilities

Dog park

Drying room

Food shop

Free wifi

Ice pack freezing

Internet access

Laundry

Parent & baby washroom

Pick-up from public transport

Portable toilet

Pub toilets

Public telephone

Shower available

Toilet block

Washing-up area

Wifi

Groups welcome

D. of E. welcome

Family friendly

Motorcycle friendly

Single-sex groups welcome

Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue provided

Barbecues allowed

Campfires allowed

Commercial vehicles allowed

Dogs allowed

Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Luxury

Peaceful

Remote location

Utilities

Charging facilities

Dump point

Electric car charging point(s)

Gas cylinders available

Recycling available

Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby

Convenience store nearby

Dog walk nearby

Nearby farmers' market

Type

Farm

Tiny (1-10 sites)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby

Climbing nearby

Cycle hire nearby

Cycling nearby

Fishing nearby

Golf nearby

Horse riding nearby

Indoor pool nearby

Leisure/theme park nearby

Mountain biking nearby

Outdoor pool nearby

Restaurant nearby

Sailing nearby

Surf school nearby

Tennis nearby

Watersports nearby

Location

The Walled Garden Pods

Home Farm

Barrow Hill

Uttoxeter

Staffordshire

England

ST14 5BX

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)

GPS

52.96265°N
-1.83702°W

Route directions

Your satnav will take you to the end of our drive (signposted Barrow Hills Care Home). Go down the drive towards the care home. The drive then splits into four tracks. Take the third exit and drive through the trees to the car park. Once you have parked, the path to the site is on the left.

Nearest transport

Coach
22.6 km Spot on Snooker
22.6 km Spot on Snooker
23.6 km Bus Station
Rail
7.5 km Uttoxeter Rail Station
15.1 km Tutbury & Hatton Rail Station
15.5 km Blythe Bridge Rail Station
Airport
37.3 km East Midlands Airport

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

Local attractions

As with most of the area around the Staffordshire–Derbyshire border, it's not far to some splendid rural walking spots. The Churnet Valley Walking Route (five minutes' drive) is a flat path that follows the pretty Caldon Canal; hillier hikes are also to be had, as it's but 20 minutes from your pod to the southern edge of the Peak District National Park. The site is also a convenient base for those heading to Alton Towers (10 minutes), a fably thrilling theme park that needs no introduction. If you really want to push the boat out and indulge the kids, it's also close enough to Gulliver's Kingdom (35 minutes) to tick off both parks during your stay. If rides and slides don't push the right buttons, it's also a doddle to get out for more restful pursuits. For a golfing challenge, try the tricky 18 holes at JCB Golf and Country Club (five minutes); if you're yet to take your first steps in the sport, perhaps Lightwood Golf driving range (25 minutes) will be a better fit. Another genteel past-time is browsing for antiques in nearby Ashbourne (15 minutes), where there are around 10 different shops to rummage through.

Must see

Alton Towers Resort 4.5 km

Sudbury Hall 9.1 km

Kedleston Hall 19.7 km

Wedgwood Visitor Centre 22.1 km

Royal Doulton Factory Shop, Trentham 22.5 km

National Trust

The Old Manor 2 km

Sudbury Hall and the National Trust Museum of Childhood 9.5 km

Kedleston Hall 20.1 km

Shugborough Estate 22.6 km

Winster Market House 23.8 km

Cycle routes

Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.

Other

Ellastone - Swinscoe - Stanton - Ellastone 3 km

Ellastone - Rocester - Marston Montgomery - Roston - Ellastone 3 km

ALTON TOWERS 4.1 km

Oakamoor - Churnet Valley - Dimmings Dale - Oakamoor 7.1 km

SUDBURY HALL 8.9 km

Local events

  • Bloodstock Open Air (Thursday 8 August 2024 – Thursday 8 August 2024)

    Swadlincote, England 27 km

  • Buxton Festival (Thursday 4 July 2024 – Thursday 4 July 2024)

    Buxton, England 33.3 km

  • Download Festival (Friday 14 June 2024 – Friday 14 June 2024)

    Derby, England 34.5 km

  • Rewind North (Friday 2 August 2024 – Friday 2 August 2024)

    Macclesfield, England 41.9 km

  • Camp Bestival Shropshire (Thursday 15 August 2024 – Thursday 15 August 2024)

    Telford, England 43.2 km

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

Want to know more about camping in Staffordshire?

  • Does The Walled Garden Pods have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is The Walled Garden Pods dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near The Walled Garden Pods? As with most of the area around the Staffordshire–Derbyshire border, it's not far to some splendid rural walking spots. The Churnet Valley Walking Route (five minutes' drive) is a flat path that … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of The Walled Garden Pods?
    On-site accommodation
    Arrive:  4 p.m. –  Anytime
    Depart by:  10 a.m.

    Key collection and drop-off is at the honesty shop on site (Ellie and Poppy’s Shed).

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  • How much does it cost to stay at The Walled Garden Pods? From $248.46 (for 1 night, 5 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.