Hankin Farm Campsite

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  • Basic family-friendly campsite in the Derbyshire Dales
  • Crich Tramway and Matlock Bath within 10 minutes' drive
  • Dog-friendly site with links to Midshires Way and Cromford Canal walks
Peaceful strolls, Peak District adventures and fab rural scenery are some of what makes Hankin Farm Campsite a peachy holiday base. And peachy it is indeed… this basic, family-friendly site in the Derbyshire Dales has splendid views over Crich Stand and the added bonus of being 10 minutes' drive from the edge of the Peak District National Park for those of you who are up for lots of outdoor exploration. This farm is between the villages of Alderwasley and Whatstandwell and 10 minutes' drive from Belper's numerous shops and other amenities, so coffee shops, pubs, takeaways and supermarkets are all well within reach. The nearest railway station is a mile away in Whatstandwell, making it possible to get to Hankin Farm Campsite without a car. Peaceful walks are part of the local area’s charm, including connections to the Midshires Way, the Cromford Canal and Shining Cliff Woods. That isn’t all though, as all sorts of kid-pleasing activities are very close at hand too, including Crich's well-known tramway museum, Matlock Bath's various amusements and theme parks like Gulliver's Kingdom. The roomy and dog-friendly pitches have access to separate male and female showers and toilets, plus a washing-up area. And as long as you use common sense and follow instructions from the site’s staff, barbecues and campfires are permitted on the pitches.

Site type

Tent pitches 30
Touring caravan pitches 30
Motorhome pitches 30
Open now
Opens 17 April
Please note
  • At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.
  • The site does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. XL Bully, Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
  • Group bookings of 6 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
  • No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • Single-sex bookings of 6 or more people (couples and immediate family members excepted) are not permitted via Pitchup.com.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Fri 17 Apr to

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Reviews

9.3

Overall rating from 291 Pitchup.com customers

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Peaceful

98% would recommend this site to a friend

95% would stay here again

What customers say

This is a back-to-basics farm campsite with stunning views and a peaceful atmosphere. Reviewers consistently praise the friendly and helpful owners, the cleanliness of the facilities (toilets, showers, and washing-up area), and the excellent value for money. While the sloping field is frequently mentioned, most guests found it manageable, and some noted its rustic charm. The location is ideal for local walks and exploring nearby attractions. Fire pits are available for hire.

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Oliver B.

Non-electric grass pitch

Liked If you like walks then there's plenty directly from the campsite across public footpaths, recommend the walk to wirksworth with some great pubs. Great phone signal so I was able to work during my stay. Really enjoyed my time here and plan to come back soon.

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Facilities are basic but we're very clean .

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PAUL O.

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Liked Lots of space, very warm welcoming .

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Lovely nice, beautiful views would deffo go back

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Lillie O.

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Liked Plenty of space, very quiet and close to walks, nice restaurants and Matlock Bath.
Facilities were clean

Disliked Grass was on a hill but we made it work!

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Lovely basic sight in great location…

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Anonymous

Non-electric grass pitch

Liked Lovely basic sight in great location

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Just what I was looking for as solo traveller on a budget.

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Anonymous

Non-electric grass pitch

Liked I was looking for back to basics and good value. This provided all the facilities I required, well maintained and clean. Decent showers. Nice touches like providing washing up stuff (that I'd forgot)

Disliked No dislikes but it might be an idea to have a hardcore path to top of field. You get mighty wet shoes walking to the loo.

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Isaac J.

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Liked Good size pitches, facilities are good enough for camping, toilets, showers, drinking water. Owners are lovely too, Tina and her family were very kind, my wife lost her engagement ring at camp and they helped us find it.

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Lovely welcome from the owners, spacious…

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Georgina N.

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Liked Lovely welcome from the owners, spacious pitches and lovely clean toilet & shower block!

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Beautiful bargain camping in stunning scenery. Amazing

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M D.

Non-electric grass pitch

Liked Beautiful, clean ground conditions in a stunning location. Extremely good value for money. I massively am impressed and grateful for the bargain prices here as it gives families and people access to a lifestyle that normally is very expensive. A brilliant little peaceful slice of heaven in the beautiful surroundings of Derbyshire.

Disliked Nothing. There isn't anything that could have been better.

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Excellent basic campsite well maintained.

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Dan M.

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Liked Quiet, spotless facilities, warm welcome and ideal for what I wanted. Pitches were gently sloping as advertised, and a superb price.

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Really lovely, peaceful stay at Hankin…

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Anonymous

Non-electric grass pitch

Liked Really lovely, peaceful stay at Hankin Farm. I felt very safe as a solo female camper. The lady at check-in was warm and welcoming, and everything was straightforward.
Facilities were basic and clean, and the site itself was quiet despite quite a few people staying on the Friday night I was there.
Would definitely stay again.

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Features

Dogs allowed

Campfires 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 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

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

Budget/backpacker Peaceful Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise

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 Medium (26-50 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby

Location

Hankin Farm Campsite

New Road

Alderwasley

Belper

Derbyshire

England

DE56 2SQ

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)

GPS

53.08443°N
1.51119°W

Nearest transport

Coach
3.2 mi Fishpond Hotel
3.2 mi Fishpond Hotel
4.2 mi Railway Station
Rail
0.3 mi Whatstandwell Rail Station
2.1 mi Ambergate Rail Station
2.5 mi Cromford Rail Station
Airport
19.3 mi East Midlands Airport
22.2 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

Plot out the way to the Peak District… will it be fish and chips by the river in Matlock Bath (10 minutes' drive) or taking the cable car to the Heights of Abraham’s underground caverns (10 minutes) that gets your attention first? Gulliver's Kingdom (10 minutes) is just outside the town too for those of you with kids tagging along. Places that bring a little of history to your holiday are easy to find around here. There are period buildings and vintage trams ready for boarding at Crich Tramway (10 minutes), tours and walks around the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Cromford Mills (10 minutes) and the Nine Ladies (25 minutes) stone circle to see. Belper (10 minutes) is part of the Derwent Valley Mills World Heritage Site – so you'll be well-set to learn more about the Peak District's industrial heritage – and for other interesting little places, Wirksworth (10 minutes) has a lively marketplace, heritage centre and a museum with the bones of old villagers. For those of you with an artistic streak, Denby Pottery Village (15 minutes) runs pottery painting in its craft studio, or you could look inside the farm shop and factory shop to see what goodies are available to take home.

Must see

Arkwright's Cromford Mills 2.5 mi

Sir Richard Arkwright's Masson Mills 2.9 mi

Kedleston Hall 8.2 mi

Haddon Hall 9.9 mi

Hardwick Old Hall 10.2 mi

National Trust

Winster Market House 6.7 mi

Kedleston Hall 8.8 mi

Hardwick Hall 10.2 mi

Hardwick Estate: Stainsby Mill 10.2 mi

The Old Manor 14.8 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

Lea Bridge - Whatstandwell - Alderwasley - Lea Bridge 1.4 mi

Alport Heights - Kirk Ireton Circular 2.2 mi

Derwent Valley Mills Buffer Zone 2.3 mi

Cromford (Black Rocks) - Middleton Top - Kirk Ireton - Black Rocks 2.5 mi

Wirksworth - Bolehill - Middleton Top - Wirksworth 2.6 mi

Local events

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

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

    Swadlincote, Derbyshire 25.4 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 Hankin Farm Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Hankin Farm Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Hankin Farm Campsite? Plot out the way to the Peak District… will it be fish and chips by the river in Matlock Bath (10 minutes' drive) or taking the cable car to the Heights of … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Hankin Farm Campsite?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  1:30 p.m. –  8 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Hankin Farm Campsite? From £20 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.