The Bothie

1 review
The deck and porch capture the best of the evening sun. (added by manager 30 Apr 2021)

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The deck and porch capture the best of the evening sun. (added by manager 30 apr 2021)
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  • Peaceful sole-use site set on a small field bordered by trees
  • A 10-minute drive from Chesterfield; 25 minutes from the Peak District
  • Cosy bell tent with woodturning stove, barbecue and firepit provided
The Bothie is a small and secluded site set in a peaceful Derbyshire field. Stays here are fully secure (with a lockable gate) and very private indeed, with just a single smart tent set up in these grassy surrounds (which, being west-facing, are something of a suntrap). The bell tent you'll be settling down in is high spec, with a woodburning stove, oven and cosy furnishings. The toilets and showers here are well-kept and in keeping with The Bothie's adventurous spirit – there's a dry composting loo sheltered by trees and a similarly wild battery-operated jungle shower (super for a refreshing scrub once you’ve got the knack). The materials used for all this kit are canvas, natural wood and stone. While you're free to get cooking in the tent, there are more food prep options on hand in the adjoining gazebo, where a gas-fired stove and a charcoal barbecue are stored. Firewood and other bits of fuel are provided to get you started. This spot may feel a world away from the toing and froing of busy roads, but it's actually about a five-minute drive from here to the speedy M1 and A617. That makes it all the easier to get here and, once unpacked, to get out and explore the surrounding area, whether you head for Chesterfield town centre and its far-famed crooked spire (10 minutes' drive) or the Peak District National Park (25 minutes). Closer to base, those looking for a sweet treat should head for the local honey farm that’s a few minutes' walk away. The nearest supermarket is 10 minutes' drive away.

Site type

Rent a tent 1

Languages spoken

English

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Features

No dogs allowed

Pop-up campsite

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

Disabled facilities

Dog park

Drying room

Food shop

Free wifi

Ice pack freezing

Internet access

Launderette

Local produce

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

No dogs allowed

Utilities

Charging facilities

Chemical disposal

Electric car charging point(s)

Gas cylinders available

Recycling available

Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby

Dog walk nearby

Nearby farmers' market

Public transport nearby

Shop nearby

Type

Pop-up campsite

Tiny (1-10 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Climbing nearby

Cycle hire nearby

Cycling nearby

Fishing nearby

Golf nearby

Horse riding nearby

Indoor pool nearby

Mountain biking nearby

Outdoor pool nearby

Restaurant nearby

Sailing nearby

Tennis nearby

Watersports nearby

Location

The Bothie

Sutton Lane

Sutton Scarsdale

Derbyshire

England

S44 5SU

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London GMT (GMT+00:00)

GPS

53.21485°N
-1.34515°W

Route directions

Turn onto Rock Lane. After 50 metres, you will arrive at a gate set in a dry stone wall. Go through the gate and park next to the tent.

Nearest transport

Coach
3.7 mi Coach Station
7.9 mi Bus Station
8 mi Bingo Hall
Rail
3.5 mi Chesterfield Rail Station
5.8 mi Langwith - Whaley Thorns Rail Station
6 mi Shirebrook Rail Station
Airport
12.6 mi Sheffield City Airport
23 mi Robin Hood Doncaster Sheffield Airport
23.3 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

Local attractions and activities include: - Walks around Sutton Scarsdale (ask owners for maps): a few minutes' walk from site - South Chesterfield Golf Club: five minutes' drive - Bolsover Castle: 10 minutes - Chesterfield: 10 minutes - Peak District National Park: from 25 minutes - Chatsworth House: 30 minutes - Heights of Abraham: 30 minutes - Crich Tramway Village: 30 minutes

Must see

Bolsover Castle 2.4 mi

Hardwick Hall 3.2 mi

Hardwick Old Hall 3.5 mi

Mansfield Museum 7.8 mi

Chatsworth 11.3 mi

National Trust

Hardwick Estate: Stainsby Mill 3.5 mi

Hardwick Hall 3.5 mi

Mr Straw's House 11.8 mi

Clumber Park 12.1 mi

Winster Market House 13.3 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

BOLSOVER CASTLE 2.4 mi

Hardwick Hall (Derbyshire); Inn and Lakes 3 mi

HARDWICK HALL 3.5 mi

QUEEN'S PARK, CHESTERFIELD 3.8 mi

RENISHAW HALL 5.9 mi

Local events

  • Buxton Festival (Thursday 4 July 2024 – Thursday 4 July 2024)

    Buxton, Derbyshire 23.8 mi

  • Download Festival (Friday 14 June 2024 – Friday 14 June 2024)

    Derby, Derbyshire 26.7 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.

Reviews

10

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Only showing reviews for the last 30 months.

excellent site, clean facilities, friendly owners, great location

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 10
Wifi No rating
Peter K. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Bell tent

Liked: Great set up and fantastic owners who went out of there way to make us all feel welcome and have everything we needed. Even had a cheeky home made cider on Sunday night which was great. The location is perfect for exploring the surrounding areas. Facilities well thought out and we had everything we needed including the jungle shower, which was fun. We loved the fact that the area was secure so Kids had freedom to run around. Was nice seeing them playing rather than being on electronics. Clear skies at night meant we had a perfect view of stars due to there not being much light in the area. ( apart from the fire pit and toasting marshmallows.) We will definitely be staying again as we thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Beautiful location, excellent facilities and lovely owners who were really helpful and friendly. Our two young children loved having space to run around and it was lovely to have the place to ourselves. The jungle shower was a lot of fun and we had everything we needed in the gazebo to cook meals in the evening. We hope to return again soon

Disliked: nothing

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  • What attractions are near The Bothie? Local attractions and activities include: - Walks around Sutton Scarsdale (ask owners for maps): a few minutes' walk from site - South Chesterfield Golf Club: five minutes' drive - Bolsover Castle: 10 … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of The Bothie?
    On-site accommodation
    Arrive:  3 p.m. –  9 p.m.
    Depart by:  10:30 a.m.
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