Charlie Bassetts
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- Park in the grounds of a country inn close to walking footpaths
- A 20-minute drive from Alton Towers and 25 from the Peak District
- Meals served at the pub; play area and farm animals in grounds
Site type
1
7
7Tourist board rating
At least one of the party members must be aged 21 or over.- The bar is open between 01/01 and 31/12.
- The restaurant is open between 01/01 and 31/12.
- Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.
- No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- The site caters for families (immediate members) and couples only - bookings from all other forms of groups are not accepted.
- If making a fire, the fuel, logs and coal have to be purchased on site.
- No electric barbecues allowed.
- Swimming in the lake is not allowed.
- Food is served in the onsite pub Tuesday to Sunday. Advance booking is recommended.
Languages spoken
English
Pitch types & availability
5 
Non-electric grass touring pitch
5 people maximum 
Wifi at the unit/pitch Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Min 12m width × 8m depth (96m²)
Arrival daysFrom £25
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Electric grass touring pitch
5 people maximum Wifi at the unit/pitch Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Min 8m width × 12m depth (96m²)
Arrival daysFrom £32.50
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Electric gravel touring pitch
5 people maximum Wifi at the unit/pitch Ground type: Gravel
Pitch size: Min 12m width × 8m depth (96m²)
Arrival daysFrom £32.50
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1 bedroom on-site touring caravan
4 people maximum Wifi at the unit/pitch 1 bedroomArrival daysFrom £190
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Reviews
99% would recommend this site to a friend
98% would stay here again
What customers say
This well-maintained campsite boasts spacious, clean pitches, modern facilities including spotless toilets and showers, and a welcoming atmosphere. Guests frequently praise the friendly and helpful staff, as well as the excellent food and drink options at the on-site pub. The location is ideal for exploring the surrounding countryside, and the site is considered very good value for money. Some minor points include the WiFi being occasionally unreliable and a few pitches being on a slight slope. The addition of farm animals and a play area is a bonus for families.
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Last updated 28/07/2026
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Very nice 2 nights away
Electric grass touring pitch
Liked Huge pitch
Great space for kids to play with there footballs away from any vans.
Great for kids with scooters to
Very clean
Very tidy
Loos in perfect condition
Love the light set up at night. Didn't need the torch but wasn't to bright
Very easy to book on was shown were thing was very quickly.
Went for a meal at the pub was lovely.
Great choice of drinks
Disliked Once we had sat for food we chose and then it was brought out. We had to go to the bar for a dessert menu as some if the staff were busy chatting and had to do the same for the bill and to pay the bill we had to go to the bar as no one came over
Only down side
Recommend to friends Visit again
Great facilities, liked having the horses…
Non-electric grass touring pitch
Liked Great facilities, liked having the horses and farm animals nearby, good value for money
Recommend to friends Visit again
From the manager: Hi Stacey
Thank you really appreciated your time to complete this .
Thanks for praising Little set up shows we are doing things right 😁
Also thanks for the Private feed Back all noted 😉
BE great to see you again .
Regards Team Charlies.
Amazing as usual staff are lovely,…
Electric gravel touring pitch
Liked Amazing as usual staff are lovely, so helpful and the site is amazing.
Disliked Toilets on the camping side had no hand soap Sunday. I did tell the lad on the bar but still no hand soap that’s all.
Recommend to friends Visit again
From the manager: Hi Kay
Thank you really appreciated your time to complete this .
Thanks for praising Our Little set up ,
Shows we are doing things right 😁
BE great to see you again .
Regards Team Charlies.
Great location and friendly staff. Pub…
Electric gravel touring pitch
Liked Great location and friendly staff. Pub was very welcoming and the pizzas are amazing. Lovely park and areas for the kids to play. Clean shower block. Showers nice and warm.
Recommend to friends Visit again
We arrived to be greeted by…
Electric gravel touring pitch
Liked We arrived to be greeted by the owner who went out of his way to help us nothing seemed to much trouble for him so we all booked up again to come back in September the wash room was spotless and the shower was powerful and warm the pub and entertainment were great can’t wait come back
Disliked Nothing
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Fantastic site, very helpful staff and…
Electric gravel touring pitch
Liked Fantastic site, very helpful staff and brilliant pub with great food.
Already booked again
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Facilities clean, good pub…
Non-electric grass touring pitch
Liked Facilities clean, good pub
Recommend to friends Visit again
Very good pitch Good toilets and showers Helpful…
Electric grass touring pitch
Liked Very good pitch
Good toilets and showers
Helpful staff
We enjoyed it so much we dtayes an extra night
Recommend to friends Visit again
From the manager: Hi Kev
Great review for us ,
It was great to meet you both .
We take pride in keeping our Facilities nice and Clean so glad you noticed😊
Thanks for praising our staff it all helps to let us know we are doing things right 😁
GREAT PICS AS WELL😜
BE great to see you again .
Regards Team Charlies.
We have already booked to visit again
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Anonymous Electric gravel touring pitch
Liked Location is great
Food at the pub is great we eat at the snack hut
Drinks are not over priced
Entertainment was also great
Recommend to friends Visit again
From the manager: Hi
Thank you really appreciated your time to complete this .
Thanks for praising Our Little set up ,
Shows we are doing things right 😁
BE great to see you again .
Regards Team Charlies.
So loved it booked again end Aug
Electric gravel touring pitch
Liked Unbelievable such a great site, lovely to be met by Mike on arrival and to meet Kev the owner. Great pitches, great atmosphere, clean, pub on site and friendly campers, great music, one if my favourite campsites
Disliked Nothing
Recommend to friends Visit again
From the manager: Hi Susy
Great review for us ,
It was great to meet you both and have a nice chat,
We take pride in keeping our Facilities nice and Clean so glad you noticed😊
Thanks for praising our staff it all helps to let us know we are doing things right 😁
GREAT PICS AS WELL😜
BE great to see you again .
Regards Team Charlies.
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 WatersportsAmenities 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 WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Rallies welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Budget/backpacker Forest Gastronomic delight Leave the car at home Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wild camping Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Public transport nearby Shop nearbyType
Farm Pub 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 Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Watersports nearbyTouring and motorhomes
Water hook-up points for tourersLocation
Charlie Bassetts
New Road
Dilhorne
Stoke-on-Trent
Staffordshire
England
ST10 2PQ
Directions Timezone
Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)
GPS
52.98716°N
2.04641°W
Nearest transport
Coach
Rail
Ferry
AirportPlease 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
Must see
Royal Doulton Factory Shop, Trentham 5.1 mi
Wedgwood Visitor Centre 5.5 mi
Alton Towers Resort 6.5 mi
Trentham Monkey Forest 6.6 mi
The Trentham Estate 6.7 mi
National Trust
The Old Manor 9.5 mi
Biddulph Grange Garden 11 mi
Sudbury Hall and the National Trust Museum of Childhood 13.5 mi
Shugborough Estate 13.6 mi
Winster Market House 19.9 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
QUEEN'S PARK, LONGTON 3.9 mi
COOMBES & CHURNET VALLEYS (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 30/01/1998) 5.2 mi
Oakamoor - Churnet Valley - Dimmings Dale - Oakamoor 5.2 mi
HANLEY PARK 5.7 mi
Trentham Gardens and the Hanchurch Hills 6.5 mi
Local events
- Bloodstock Open Air (Thursday, 6 August 2026 – Thursday, 6 August 2026)
Swadlincote, Derbyshire 22.7 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 Charlie Bassetts have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Charlie Bassetts dog friendly? Yes View all features
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- When can I check in and check out of Charlie Bassetts?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: 12 p.m. – 8 p.m. Depart by: 11:30 a.m. On-site accommodation Arrive: 12 p.m. – 8 p.m. Depart by: 11:30 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Charlie Bassetts? From £25 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.