Benswell Campsite

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  • Lovely small campsite nestled between thr Derbyshire Peaks and Derby city
Benswell Campsite is situated right in the heart of the Amber Valley, near Holbrook, Derbyshire. This is a working farm. The Campsite includes super pitches, plus Caravan and Tent pitches - with toilet and shower block facilities available for all campers, including free Laundry facilities. We only have a limited 6 amp electric supply.

Site type

Tent pitches 8
Motorhome pitches 6
Touring caravan pitches 6
Open all year
Opens
Please note
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.
  • At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.
  • Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the site are unlit.
  • Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
  • Please note that the toilet facilities are unisex.
  • Please note that the shower facilities are unisex.

Languages spoken

English

Pitch types & availability

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Features

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 Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Picnic table 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

Camping 2.0

Jumbo tent pitches

Themes

Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wildlife haven

Utilities

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

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearby Shop nearby

Type

Farm Small (11-25 pitches)

Accessibility

Accessible parking at pitch Bathrooms: Large spacious shower Bathrooms: Large spacious toilet Bathrooms: Step-free access Bathrooms: Wheelchair accessible toilet

Nearby leisure

Climbing nearby Cycling nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Mountain biking nearby

Touring and motorhomes

Water hook-up points for tourers

Location

Benswell Campsite

Derby Road

Lower Kilburn

Belper

Derbyshire

England

DE56 0NG

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)

GPS

53.00402°N
-1.44812°W

Nearest transport

Coach
2 mi Bus Garage
2 mi Bus Garage
5.7 mi Bus Station
Rail
1.9 mi Duffield Rail Station
2 mi Belper Rail Station
4.1 mi Ambergate Rail Station
Airport
13.2 mi East Midlands Airport
27.2 mi Sheffield City 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

Our location is perfect for local walks, pubs and lots of places to visit. A new cycle path has just opened. We are within 2 miles walk of 5 of Derbyshires best loved pubs, serving great ales, wine & food, with all children friendly (please check with the pubs though). Ask us for more information. We are close to Holbrook village, Belper town centre, Duffield & Little Eaton. All great places to have a walk around, with lots of local shops, and places to eat and drink. Belper town centre has recently been voted high street of the year! A little further afield, but still on the doorstep, you will find the stunning Peak District National Park, 30 minutes drive, where you can take in the breath-taking views. As well as being a similar distance from Carsington Water, which has a walking & biking trail.

Must see

Kedleston Hall 4.7 mi

Royal Crown Derby Factory Shop 6.4 mi

Arkwright's Cromford Mills 8.6 mi

Sir Richard Arkwright's Masson Mills 8.9 mi

Wollaton Hall and Park 10.6 mi

National Trust

Kedleston Hall 4.9 mi

Winster Market House 12.4 mi

Hardwick Hall 12.7 mi

Hardwick Estate: Stainsby Mill 12.7 mi

Calke Abbey 13.8 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

Derwent Valley Mills 2.2 mi

RIVER GARDENS, BELPER 2.3 mi

BELPER CEMETERY 2.5 mi

Derwent Valley Mills Buffer Zone 4.1 mi

KEDLESTON HALL 4.5 mi

Local events

  • Download Festival (Friday 13 June 2025 – Friday 13 June 2025)

    Derby, Derbyshire 12.5 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.

Offers

Conditions apply - see pitch type section for details

Nearest sites

Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable sites.

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Benswell Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Benswell Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Benswell Campsite? Our location is perfect for local walks, pubs and lots of places to visit. A new cycle path has just opened. We are within 2 miles walk of 5 of Derbyshires best … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Benswell Campsite?
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