Ilex Farm Camping

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Motorhome pitches
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Grass pitches

  • Peaceful Derbyshire site a mile and a half from Clay Cross
  • Peak District National Park 15 minutes' drive; 25 mins to Chatsworth
  • Spacious dog-friendly pitches with lovely views; pub under a mile away
Prefer peace, space and scenery over lively places with loads of facilities? You'll be among like-minded folk when you stay at Ilex Farm Camping – not that many of them though, because this Derbyshire site always keeps guest numbers on the lower side to ensure everyone has a nice restful break with plenty of space to relax. These simple but spacious tree-lined grass pitches are spread across three level terraces, giving all of them privacy, shade and great views across the valley. There are plenty of easy and interesting walks to follow from the farm (with your dog by your side if you like), along with some longer cycling routes. Handily, the nearest pub is just under a mile away for a good meal or a refreshing pint at the end of your walk or ride. If you fancy more walks or bike rides, it's useful to know that the Peak District National Park is about 15 minutes' drive away. Golf, swimming, tennis and sailing are all nearby too for a change of activity, and you'll be well placed for outings to attractions like Chatsworth House, Hardwick Hall and the Heights of Abraham. The site is close to a bus route with services to Chesterfield and Matlock, also passing through nearby Clay Cross (five minutes' drive), which has a decent selection of pubs, cafés, takeaways and supermarkets. Simple facilities on site include ice pack freezing, toilets, showers and a chemical disposal point.

Site type

Tent pitches 9
Motorhome pitches 3
Open now
Opens 1 May
Please note
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • 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).
  • There are no bins onsite: all rubbish will need to be taken home with you.
  • Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
  • Single-sex bookings of 4 or more people (couples and immediate family members excepted) are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • Group bookings of 4 or more units (e.g. tent, touring caravan, motorhome or accommodation hire) travelling together are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • Group bookings of 4 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
  • A cable measuring at least 25 metres is needed for the electric hook-ups.
  • 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

Open from Fri 1 May to

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Location
9
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10
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9
Facilities / Activities
9
Customer service
9
Child friendliness
9
Cleanliness
10
Wifi
5

96% would recommend this site to a friend

94% would stay here again

What customers say

This peaceful campsite offers a lovely countryside retreat with beautiful views and friendly, helpful owners. Guests praised the clean, modern shower and toilet facilities, with many noting the good privacy afforded by the site's layout and strategic planting. While the site is generally well-regarded, some minor suggestions were made regarding kitchen facilities and an initial issue with the new toilet block that has since been resolved. The presence of horses on-site was a popular feature.

Summary AI-generated from Pitchup.com customer reviews. Last updated 07/07/2026

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Arrival date (latest first)

Will book again, very nice site.

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9 out of 10
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6
Value for money
10
Facilities / Activities
8
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10
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10
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Lee B. 2 reviews

Electric optional grass tent pitch

Liked Nice site, very quiet. Just birdsong and horse noises. Relaxing and tranquil. Level grass to pitch on, plenty of space, clean toilet & shower block. Just the 3, but as the site is small, never had to wait for a shower.

Disliked Nothing.

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Would visit again

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10 out of 10
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8
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10
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5
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10
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7

Electric optional grass motorhome pitch

Liked Simple site, nice and peaceful. Nice big pitches. Minimum facilities,.but that didn't bother us.
Owner was lovely. Tree lined, so you weren't staring at the back of anyone else.

Disliked Nothing

Recommend to friends Visit again

tree shaded pitches.and just country side…

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10 out of 10
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10
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10
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7
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Electric optional grass motorhome pitch

Liked tree shaded pitches.and just country side views.so quiet and peaceful. 10 minutes from matlock centre. Hosts were wonderful people.

Recommend to friends Visit again

This is a very relaxing site…

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10 out of 10
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10
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Electric optional grass tent pitch

Liked This is a very relaxing site … well maintained … owners very friendly… showers and toilets really modern and very very clean and well kept … I will be returning frequently as it’s only 10 miles from my home but I felt like I had been miles and miles away on a little holiday. Would definitely recommend x

Recommend to friends Visit again

Clean, friendly owner, everything you need…

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1

Electric optional grass tent pitch

Liked Clean, friendly owner, everything you need and explained where is what. Horses around.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great, can recommend.

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10 out of 10
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8
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10
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Anonymous

Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked Great layout, three separate pitch areas separated by trees, cosy, close to little town and local attractions, clean, modern showers/toilets. Friendly and helpful owner/management. Would benefit from upgradet kitchen facilities (two sinks with running water outside, drinking water outlet available, but would be nice to have a room with a bin and a fridge for example. This is camping site though so... jus a suggestion

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Peaceful and relaxing…

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8 out of 10
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8
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Mark W. 3 reviews

Electric optional grass motorhome pitch

Liked Peaceful and relaxing

Recommend to friends Visit again

Well laid out, nice bit of…

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Anonymous

Electric optional grass motorhome pitch

Liked Well laid out, nice bit of privicy afforded from the strategic planting. Flat areas for pitching up on. Nice clean shower W/C block.

Disliked Shower W/C block could do with increasing numbers.

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Friendly staff…

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Electric optional grass tent pitch

Liked Friendly staff

Disliked Nothing to dislike

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great little stopover

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10 out of 10
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10
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Electric optional grass motorhome pitch

Liked Great welcome, lovely site :)
5 stars ;)

Disliked Nothing

Recommend to friends Visit again


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 Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area Wifi

Groups 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 Shop nearby

Type

Farm Pop-up campsite Small (11-25 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Climbing nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Restaurant nearby Tennis nearby

Location

Ilex Farm Camping

Ilex Farm

Handley

Clay Cross

Chesterfield

Derbyshire

England

S45 9AT

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)

GPS

53.15362°N
1.43827°W

Route directions

As the road starts to steepen, look for a stone farmhouse with tarmac drive and wooden gate on the right, signposted as Ilex Farm Camping. Do not believe sat nav telling you the site is on the left. Any problems please call for directions.

Nearest transport

Coach
5.1 mi Railway Station
5.6 mi Coach Station
5.7 mi Fishpond Hotel
Rail
4.7 mi Alfreton Rail Station
5.1 mi Matlock Rail Station
5.4 mi Matlock Bath Rail Station
Airport
16.9 mi Sheffield City Airport
23 mi East Midlands Airport
28.7 mi Robin Hood Doncaster Sheffield 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

Attractions and activities nearby include: - Ogston Reservoir (sailing): five minutes' drive - Clay Cross Active leisure centre (swimming and tennis): five minutes - Hardwick Hall: 15 minutes - Heights of Abraham: 20 minutes - Haddon Hall: 20 minutes - Bolsover Castle: 20 minutes - Chatsworth House: 25 minutes - Bakewell: 25 minutes - Alton Towers: 55 minutes.

Must see

Hardwick Old Hall 5.5 mi

Arkwright's Cromford Mills 5.7 mi

Hardwick Hall 5.9 mi

Sir Richard Arkwright's Masson Mills 5.9 mi

Bolsover Castle 8 mi

National Trust

Hardwick Estate: Stainsby Mill 5.5 mi

Hardwick Hall 5.5 mi

Winster Market House 8.5 mi

Kedleston Hall 14.1 mi

Clumber Park 17.3 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

Woolley Moor - Handley - Ashover - Ravensnest - Woolley 0.6 mi

Woolley Moor (Ogston Reservoir) - Brackenfield - Mathersgrave - Ogston Reservoir 0.6 mi

Woolley - Highoredish - Ashover - Ashoverhay - Woolley 1 mi

Highoredish - Ravensnest - Ashover - Ashoverhay Loop 2.1 mi

Eddlestow - Uppertown - Spitewinter - Kelstedge 3.4 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 Ilex Farm Camping have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Ilex Farm Camping dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Ilex Farm Camping? Attractions and activities nearby include: - Ogston Reservoir (sailing): five minutes' drive - Clay Cross Active leisure centre (swimming and tennis): five minutes - Hardwick Hall: 15 minutes - Heights of Abraham: … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Ilex Farm Camping?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  9:30 a.m. –  7:30 p.m.
    Depart by:  12:30 p.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Ilex Farm Camping? From £23 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.