Barley Fields Holidays

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Around the site
Around the site
The hardstanding pitches
View of the camping area
The camping field before mowing
Hardstanding pitches
View from the camping field
Microlodge
The site entrance from tonge lane
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The hardstanding pitches
View of the camping area
The camping field before mowing

  • Quiet, rural adults-only site on the Leicestershire-Derbyshire border
  • Donington Park Circuit and East Midlands Aeropark five minutes’ drive
  • Countryside views; 10 minutes’ walk from the village pub
Do you like the sound of direct access to the National Forest, with its miles of scenic wooded tracks for walking and cycling? How about adding in views of Derbyshire’s centuries-old St Mary and St Hardulph Priory Church, atop Breedon Hill? If you answered ‘yes’ to both, then you should be heading for Barley Fields Holidays, on the Leicestershire–Derbyshire border. This peaceful adults-only site also has stunning views to the Peak District National Park to the north, and the Vale of Belvoir to the east. And just when you thought things couldn’t get any better, you’ll be pleased to learn that your dogs can join you, that the site has modern showers and loos, and that – although barbecues are allowed on site – you’re only 10 minutes’ stroll from a popular Breedon on the Hill pub that serves decent grub. On arrival, get set up and… just chill. Life will take care of itself. Sit back, relax, watch the horses in the neighbouring fields and see if you can spot/hear any of the following: cuckoos calling in late spring, swallows arriving on their early summer stop-overs and birds of prey circling overhead. And on clear evenings, you have a pretty decent chance of bagging yourself a truly spectacular sunset. Sounds good, doesn’t it?

Site type

Tent pitches 20
Motorhome pitches 10
Touring caravan pitches 10
Lodges, cabins, pods or huts 1
Open now
Opens 2 April
Please note
  • Guests under the age of 18 are not allowed on site.
  • 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).
  • Your dog must be tattooed or microchipped.
  • Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
  • This is a quiet site: no music is allowed.
  • No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • A cable measuring at least 10 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

French

Open from Thu 2 Apr to

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Pitch types & availability

Accommodation

Tent pitchesTouring caravan pitchesMotorhome pitchesLodges, cabins, pods or hutsCaravans for hireRent a tent
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2 adults
0 children
0 dogs

Reviews

9.4

Overall rating from 206 Pitchup.com customers

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Location
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Accommodation
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Facilities / Activities
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Customer service
 10
Child friendliness
 7
Cleanliness
 10
Wifi
 9
Peaceful

95% would recommend this site to a friend

94% would stay here again

What customers say

This is a well-maintained, adult-only campsite praised for its peaceful atmosphere, cleanliness, and excellent facilities, including spotless toilets and showers. Guests highlight the friendly and helpful hosts, the beautiful countryside location with great walking opportunities, and convenient access to local amenities. While occasional aircraft noise from East Midlands Airport is noted, it's generally considered minor. Some reviews mention minor issues with Wi-Fi or pitch levelling, and a preference for more sinks in toilet cubicles. Despite occasional disruptions due to external factors, visitors frequently express a desire to return.

Summary AI-generated from Pitchup.com customer reviews. Last updated 23/06/2026

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8 out of 10
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 Anthony H. 3 reviews

Non-electric grass campervan, tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked Location
brilliant Hosts
Countryside
Facilities

Disliked One camper brought in 2 kids with them , they were quiet thank god, but why??
Another person staying in the hut thought it would be a good idea to fly a drone until 10:30pm.
Not the hosts fault - you just just make up how many people are idiots these days and that’s why it’s an 8/10 rather than a 10/10

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We'll be back

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 Ian W. 1 review

Electric hardstanding touring pitch

Liked Quite a new site but everything was really good. Toilets, on site information, location and especially the wardens. Lovely helpful folk.

Disliked Nothing

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The campsite was really nice and…

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Anonymous

Non-electric grass campervan, tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked The campsite was really nice and had clean facilities. We had a great time and would definitely recommend it to others!

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Disappointed

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5 out of 10
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 Lynda C. 6 reviews

Electric hardstanding touring pitch

Liked I like the location.
Facilities are good.

Disliked Hosts allowed children on the site despite it being *adults only* and no under 18 visitors.

They saw the kids and did nothing about it.

Second visit after they were invaded by travellers, gave it another go, extremely disappointed.

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From the manager: We are strictly adults only. There’s always someone who tries to get away with breaking the rules and there are plenty of local sites for children.

Lovely greeting when we arrived from…

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 Dave M. 5 reviews

Electric hardstanding touring pitch

Liked Lovely greeting when we arrived from Kerry and Trevor. First class facilities everything was spotless.The site and the views were amazing couldn’t ask for anything else will definitely be back!
Thank You

Disliked Nothing

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We booked this campsite with it…

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 Amanda M. 1 review

Electric hardstanding touring pitch

Liked We booked this campsite with it being close to home to try out our recently purchased caravan. The hosts, Kerry and Trevor were warm and friendly but not intrusive. They were onsite if needed. The toilet/shower block exceptionally clean.
This campsite is in a great location and very peaceful. Loved that it had WiFi as not many sites do. We will definitely be returning.

Disliked Nothing.

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cleanliness, owners welcome, information about local…

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Karen v. 7 reviews

Non-electric grass campervan, tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked cleanliness, owners welcome, information about local area. Location

Disliked Nothing

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Beautiful green space, felt very secluded…

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10 out of 10
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 Marnie C. 3 reviews

Non-electric grass campervan, tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked Beautiful green space, felt very secluded and private

Toilet and shower block were lovely, and washing cleaning facilities great
Nice owners

Disliked A little noise from nearby planes but nothing to worry about

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Would recommend

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10 out of 10
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Value for money
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Anonymous

Non-electric grass campervan, tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked Within walking distance from Donnington Park (Download). Friendly staff. Quiet. Clean. Good facilities.

Disliked Couldn't find the correct phone number online to ring about arrival post 6pm.

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Lovely campsite close to Donington and East Midlands airport

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10 out of 10
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 Alison W. 2 reviews

Non-electric grass campervan, tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked Greater on racial and given good info on campsite and how to get to local sites

Disliked Every was lovely
Clean toilet and shower block
I didn’t get to sample the breakfasts thou

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Features

Dogs allowed

Adults only

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

Adults only Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Peaceful Spectacular scenery

Utilities

Charging facilities Chemical disposal 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

Medium (26-50 pitches)

Accessibility

Bathrooms: Large spacious shower Pitch close to accessible bathrooms

Nearby leisure

Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby

Touring and motorhomes

Water hook-up points for tourers

Location

Barley Fields Holidays

Tonge Lane

Breedon on the Hill

Leicestershire

England

DE73 8AJ

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)

GPS

52.80505°N
1.39099°W

Nearest transport

Coach
3.1 mi Coach Park
5.2 mi Church
5.2 mi Church
Rail
6.7 mi East Midlands Parkway Rail Station
7 mi Long Eaton Rail Station
7.2 mi Peartree Rail Station
Airport
3 mi East Midlands Airport
28.2 mi Birmingham International Airport Terminal 1
28.2 mi Birmingham International 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

Petrolheads make a beeline for Donington Park Circuit (five minutes’ drive), which has a lively calendar of motoring events, from the popular British Superbike Championship to a vintage motorsport festival. And on track days, you can also drive your own car (yes, your Fiat 500 also qualifies) on the circuit. On the north-western corner of East Midlands Airport, East Midlands Aeropark (five minutes) is an aviation museum with dozens of aircraft displayed on the lawn, including a Gloster Meteor fighter jet from World War II. Engines and other aircraft components fill a separate hangar. On the outskirts of Leicester, the National Space Centre (35 minutes) includes the Sir Patrick Moore Planetarium (the largest in the UK) and the 42-metre tall Rocket Tower, which houses interactive exhibits on Earth and the universe, plus a gallery illustrating life as an astronaut in space.

Must see

Calke Abbey 2.4 mi

Castle Donington Museum 3.3 mi

Conkers Discovery Centre 7.9 mi

National Forest 8 mi

Royal Crown Derby Factory Shop 8.1 mi

National Trust

Staunton Harold Church 2.4 mi

Calke Abbey 3.4 mi

Kedleston Hall 12.2 mi

Sudbury Hall and the National Trust Museum of Childhood 16.7 mi

The Old Manor 21.4 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

MELBOURNE HALL 1.6 mi

Melbourne Parks 1.8 mi

STAUNTON HAROLD HALL 2.3 mi

Staunton Harold - Breedon - Church on the Hill (The Thirteen Stiles) 2.6 mi

CALKE ABBEY 2.8 mi

Local events

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

    Swadlincote, Derbyshire 13.7 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.

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Barley Fields Holidays have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Barley Fields Holidays dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Barley Fields Holidays? Petrolheads make a beeline for Donington Park Circuit (five minutes’ drive), which has a lively calendar of motoring events, from the popular British Superbike Championship to a vintage motorsport festival. And on … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Barley Fields Holidays?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  1 p.m. –  6 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
    On-site accommodation
    Arrive:  1 p.m. –  6 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Barley Fields Holidays? From £25 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.