Hill Farm Caravan and Camping Site

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  • Pods on a family-run farm just outside Barrow On Trent
  • Derby, Donington Park and East Midlands airport within a 20-min drive
  • A short walk from three pubs and the River Trent
What better way to start (or end, or spend) the day than with a waterside wander? Barrow On Trent, between the meandering River Trent and the historic Trent and Mersey canal, is especially well-placed for scenic rural rambles (accompanied by a well-behaved dog, if you’ve got one looking like it needs a hol). In the middle of these green surrounds, the peaceful fields of Hill Farm Caravan and Camping Site make a great base for hols in this quiet corner of Derbyshire. No matter when you come, stays in this family-run site's pods should be nice and cosy – each one is insulated and has electric heating included to keep guests toasty on chillier nights. Guests also have access to a smart toilet and shower block and a washing-up area, and are welcome to set up a barbecue for a spot of alfresco cooking.  Other dining options include the three local pubs that can be reached on foot or heading 20 minutes by car into Derby to peruse the city's range of restaurants and takeaways. Need to burn off last night's meal? Help is at hand: make tracks for the local watersports centre (five minutes' drive) or lace up your boots and head for the moors and valleys of the Peak District (50 minutes).

Site type

Tent pitches 10
Lodges, cabins, pods or huts 6
Open all year
Opens
Please note
  • Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.
  • Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.

Languages spoken

English

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Accommodation

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2 adults
0 children
0 dogs

Reviews

9.7

Overall rating from 161 Pitchup.com customers

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Location
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Customer service
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Child friendliness
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Cleanliness
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Wifi
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Peaceful

100% would recommend this site to a friend

98% would stay here again

What customers say

Guests consistently praise the friendly and helpful staff, immaculate facilities, and the well-maintained, cosy accommodation, particularly the bell tents and pods. The hot tubs are frequently highlighted as a major draw. While some mention pitches are close together, leading to occasional noise or privacy concerns, the overall experience is overwhelmingly positive, with many guests expressing a strong desire to return.

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Arrival date (latest first)

We stayed in a large bell…

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10 out of 10
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Sarah H. 1 review

Bell tent (hot tub, plus)

Liked We stayed in a large bell tent with hot tub. The hot tub was already heated waiting for when we arrived.
The amenities were very clean and tidy.
We had a lovely relaxed weekend

Recommend to friends Visit again

Nice…

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 Reshmi M. 1 review

Bell tent (deluxe, hot tub)

Liked Nice

Recommend to friends Visit again

Excellent site with everything you need.

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10 out of 10
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Beth R. 4 reviews

Bell tent (hot tub, plus)

Liked Lovely private space. Not overlooked by anybody. Amazing grounds, very well looked after site. Nice welcome. Great hot tub and facilties. We absolutely loved it. Hosts very receptive to messages.

Disliked Nothing to dislike.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Excellent site. Lovely owners.

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 Jess G. 6 reviews

Camping pod (hot tub)

Liked Owners are lovely and welcoming. The pods are clean and tidy and have your amenities which make your camping/trip away easier.

Recommend to friends Visit again

My 4th time visiting this site.…

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Kyle B. 3 reviews

Bell tent (hot tub, plus)

Liked My 4th time visiting this site. Absolutely love it every time! Everything is there what you need. Hostess is really nice. Lovely pub round the corner.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Quiet, romantic get away. Well suited for families too

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 Elvira C. 1 review

Bell tent (deluxe, hot tub)

Liked We loved the set up in the tent and outside too. We had a barbecue included in our price that we used, we had to enjoy the jacuzzi too, it was the hottest jacuzzi and best one I ever tried so far.

Disliked Nothing we disliked.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Absolutely amazing place and lovely staff…

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 Jodie S. 1 review

1 bedroom bell tent (deluxe, hot tub, plus)

Liked Absolutely amazing place and lovely staff we will be going back 100 percent.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Staff go above and beyond to ensure you have a relaxing break

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Jenna W. 2 reviews

Bell tent (deluxe, hot tub)

Liked Beautiful setting, very welcoming, we stayed in a cosy tent, well insulated with heating!! The hot tub was a dream, highly recommend, I’ve stayed several times and will continue to come back! The perfect little stay for all seasons

Recommend to friends Visit again

The perfect place to camp/glamp/bell tent Dog friendly, super clean

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 Toni H. 1 review

1 bedroom bell tent (deluxe, hot tub, plus)

Liked Me and my husband absolutely LOVED our night away it was so cosy the heating was put on before arrival, hot tub was also heated before arrival, close by takeaways for pickup/delivery, cute lights around our bell tent, plenty of room to park on site toilets/showers/sinks.

Brilliant trails to walk with your dog's

Overall 10/10 for us. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Disliked Disliked waking up and having to go home.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Beautiful campsite , friendly staff ,…

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 Debbie G. 10 reviews

Camping pod (hot tub, plus)

Liked Beautiful campsite , friendly staff , camping pod was lovely , clean and cozy, hot tub was amazing . Toilets and showers clean and tidy , we look forward to coming back 😊

Disliked Nothing!!

Recommend to friends Visit again

Features

Dogs allowed

Leisure on site

Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Hot tub 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 pitch/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette 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 Rallies welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Peaceful

Utilities

Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby

Type

Farm Small (11-25 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Horse riding nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby

Location

Hill Farm Caravan and Camping Site

Moor Lane

Barrow On Trent

Derbyshire

England

DE73 7HZ

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)

GPS

52.85993°N
1.46895°W

Route directions

Please use the Hill Byre entrance.

Nearest transport

Coach
4.3 mi Bus Station
4.3 mi Bus Station
6.4 mi Coach Park
Rail
2.6 mi Peartree Rail Station
3.9 mi Derby Rail Station
4 mi Willington Rail Station
Airport
6.3 mi 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

Barrow On Trent may be a peaceful spot, but if day trips are your thing you’ll likely appreciate its excellent transport links: major roads like the A50, A6 and M1 are all within easy reach. The local area's got a lot going for it, too: anglers can spend their days at nearby Robinwood Lakes (10 minutes' drive), while speed demons can zoom down to Donington Park race circuit (15 minutes) or East Midlands Aeropark (20 minutes). For more high-adrenaline adventure, head to the classic rides at Alton Towers theme park (40 minutes).  For days spent at a gentler pace, head to the house and grounds at Elvaston Castle Country Park (15 minutes) or the National Trust's Calke Abbey (15 minutes). More history is on hand at Derby's Pickford House Museum (20 minutes) – swing by here to try on some Regency costumes (if you think you can pull them off).  In need of some nature therapy? Head for the Peaks for walks in the spectacular valleys around Dovedale (50 minutes) or bracing hilly hikes like the Win Hill trail (about an hour and a quarter). For an unconventional stroll closer to base, pencil in a date with the Charnwood Forest alpacas (20 minutes).

Must see

Royal Crown Derby Factory Shop 3.6 mi

Calke Abbey 4.6 mi

Castle Donington Museum 5.6 mi

Kedleston Hall 8.1 mi

Conkers Discovery Centre 8.7 mi

National Trust

Calke Abbey 3.8 mi

Staunton Harold Church 6 mi

Kedleston Hall 7.4 mi

Sudbury Hall and the National Trust Museum of Childhood 12.6 mi

The Old Manor 16.7 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

Barrow Hill - Swarkestone 0.8 mi

SWARKSTONE OLD HALL 1.1 mi

Melbourne Parks 3.2 mi

Ticknall - Calke Abbey - Ticknall Limeyards 3.2 mi

MELBOURNE HALL 3.4 mi

Local events

  • Download Festival (Wednesday, 10 June 2026 – Wednesday, 10 June 2026)

    Derby, Derbyshire 4.5 mi

  • Bloodstock Open Air (Thursday, 6 August 2026 – Thursday, 6 August 2026)

    Swadlincote, Derbyshire 12.8 mi

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.

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Hill Farm Caravan and Camping Site have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Hill Farm Caravan and Camping Site dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Hill Farm Caravan and Camping Site? Barrow On Trent may be a peaceful spot, but if day trips are your thing you’ll likely appreciate its excellent transport links: major roads like the A50, A6 and M1 are all … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Hill Farm Caravan and Camping Site?
    On-site accommodation
    Arrive:  3 p.m. –  8 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Hill Farm Caravan and Camping Site? From £92 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.