Campsites for backpackers in Melbourne, Derbyshire
2 bookable campsites within 15 miles of Melbourne
All distances are calculated "as the crow flies".
Four Oaks Camp Site
Derby, Derbyshire, England- Lovely six-acre Derbyshire site in the village of Stenson
- A 20-minute drive from Derby and close to canal and river activities
- Pizza oven and barbecue area on site; local pub five minutes' walk
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Langley Wilding Campsite
Derby, Derbyshire, England- Eco-friendly site 15 minutes’ drive to the Peak District National Park
- Derwent Valley Mills and Carsington Water both 20 minutes’ drive
- Pitches in a wildflower meadow; dog-friendly walks from the site
Camping at Manor Organic Farm
Loughborough, Leicestershire, England- Small, quiet Leicestershire site 15 minutes’ drive from Loughborough
- Donington Park Circuit 10 minutes’ drive; Twycross Zoo 25 minutes
- Dog-friendly pitches on a farm with a shop and canine-exercise area
The Victoria - Bikers Pub
Coalville, Leicestershire, England- Rock music pub near Coalville, with basic pitches for over-21s only
- Useful location for events at Donington Park and Mallory
- Regular live music events at the pub; bring your takeaway in
Whatton House
Loughborough, Leicestershire, England- Nearly-wild campsite on a private estate in Leicestershire
- Ten minutes’ drive to Download Festival at Donington Park
- Grass pitches with basic facilities; pubs and shops 25 minutes’ walk
Redhill Marina
Ratcliffe-on-Soar, Nottinghamshire, England- Self-contained glamping pods floating on a canal off the River Soar
- A 25-minute drive from Nottingham and The National Water Sports Centre
- Units have beds, basic kitchenettes, bathrooms and a deck for fishing
YHA National Forest
Swadlincote, Derbyshire, England- Family-sized bell tents five minutes' drive from Swadlincote
- Next door to an adventure park, with easy access to National Forest
- Restaurant on site for breakfast and supper, plus well-stocked bar
Sealwood Estate
Swadlincote, Derbyshire, England- Tranquil caravan, camping and motorhome site at the heart of the natio
Broomhill Farm
Sudbury, Derbyshire, England- Peaceful family-run site on a working farm 20 minutes from Ashbourne
- Less than half an hour's drive from Alton Towers theme park
- Farm-reared beef and homemade cakes available on site
