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General
- 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
- Play area, wifi and fishing; food and drink served at the pub
Charlie Bassetts, a family-friendly site in the grounds of a fab pub serving up homemade food and tasty ales, is a place many of the smart folk who’ve visited quite rightly deem a hidden gem.
See for yourself by settling down at this destination in Dilhorne, 20 minutes from the rides at one of Britain’s best theme parks, Alton Towers, and the aquatic antics at Waterworld. It's in an easy-access section of Staffordshire, just off the A50 road and 15 minutes' drive from Stoke-on-Trent.
Rather roams over rollercoasters? Potter through the Peak District (25 minutes) – there are plenty of pretty paths over yonder as well as closer to the site if you’d rather not drive. Ambles are to be had in the grounds too, over by the farm animals or to the play area, where mums and dads are regularly seen supervising the kids in front of a scenic background.
When the tiddlers start to get peckish, stroll over to the inn for food. It opens from lunchtime till late seven days a week, but full English breakfasts are available on request for lining the stomach ahead of days out at popular Peak District towns like Buxton (25 minutes) and Bakewell (an hour).
And as for those essential amenities on base? Toilets are available to use in the pub and a portaloo is set up on site as well.
Site type
Tourist board rating
Languages spoken
✓ English
Please note
Swimming in the lake is not allowed.
No electric barbecues allowed.
If making a fire, the fuel, logs and coal have to be purchased on site.
Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the site are unlit.
Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.
This site has no on-site shower facilities.
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Max. persons: 10 x
One Tent or Trailer tent allowed per pitch
Pitch size : unlimited
Ground type: Grass
Car
Max. persons: 10 x
One Touring caravan or Motorhome or Campervan allowed per pitch
Pitch size : unlimited
Ground type: Grass
Reviews
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Features
Coronavirus
Activities/entertainment run in smaller groups
Capacity reduced to increase social distancing
Disinfectant sprays and wipes provided
Distance markers in shared facilities
Extra spacing in seated areas
Extra toilet/shower facilities available
Hand sanitising stations
Masks/gloves available
Meal delivery to unit/pitch/outdoor seated area
More frequent emptying of bins
One-way flow for entering/leaving buildings
Shared spaces: daily deep cleaning
Shared spaces: more frequent cleaning
We're Good To Go (VisitBritain accreditation)
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
Parent & baby washroom
Pick-up from public transport
Portaloo
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
Dogs allowed all year
Utilities
Charging facilities
Chemical disposal
Communal fridge
Electric car charging point(s)
Gas cylinders available
No drinkable water point
No hot water
No running water
Recycling available
Renewable energy
Nearby amenities
Bar nearby
Dog walk nearby
Nearby farmers' market
Shop nearby
Type
Medium (26-50 pitches)
Pub campsite
Nearby leisure
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Golf nearby
Horse riding nearby
Indoor pool nearby
Leisure/theme park nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Restaurant nearby
Watersports nearby
Touring and motorhomes
Drainage hook-up points for tourers
Water hook-up points for tourers
Location
Nearest transport
- Coach stations
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Stoke-on-Trent: Rail Station Coach Stop
— 5.8 miles
Stoke-on-Trent: Hanley Bus Station — 5.9 miles
Alton Towers: Coach Stop — 6.5 miles
- Train stations
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Blythe Bridge Rail Station
— 1.6 miles
Longton Rail Station — 3.8 miles
Wedgwood Rail Station — 5.8 miles
- Ferry ports
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Liverpool Pier Head Ferry Terminal
— 48.9 miles
- Airports
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Manchester Airport Terminal 3
— 27.4 miles
Manchester Airport — 27.5 miles
Manchester Airport Terminal 1 — 27.6 miles
Local attractions
This is an ace base for trips to Alton Towers (20 minutes’ drive) for folk who fancy riding rollercoasters like the Nemesis and Oblivion. Spend one day scampering among the top-class attractions here, then slow things down the next with countryside explores. The Peak District National Park (around 25 minutes) is full of walking paths, while other spots like Trentham Gardens (20 minutes) are top for traipsing round too.
If checking out cheeky creatures is more your bag, head to Trentham Monkey Forest (20 minutes) and wander among the free-roaming animals. Around 140 Barbary macaques live in the woodlands and meadows here – make sure to look up and spot them swinging through the trees.
Once you’ve snapped pics of the primates, set your sights on some of the market towns scattered around the area. Stone, a settlement on the Trent and Mersey Canal (15 minutes), is well-regarded for its food and drink options, while Cheadle (55 minutes), just outside the wood-covered Churnet Valley and the scenic Staffordshire Moorlands, is worth stopping in too.
Must see
- Royal Doulton Factory Shop, Trentham (5.1 miles)
- Wedgwood Visitor Centre (5.5 miles)
- Alton Towers Resort (6.5 miles)
National Trust
- The Old Manor (9.5 miles)
- Biddulph Grange Garden (11.0 miles)
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Policies
Permitted arrival/departure time
| Camping and touring | ||
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| Arrive: | 10:30 a.m. – | Anytime |
| Depart by: | 12 p.m. | |
Charlie Bassetts cancellation policy
Balance refunds: no penalties
Changes cannot be made once you have booked.
No refunds/discounts for inclement weather, late arrivals or early departures.
The site is not liable for any refund in the event of force majeure.
If you need to cancel or amend your booking, please give as much notice as possible so that someone else has the chance to book. You may wish to buy holiday insurance for cancellations and for your property/injury whilst away.
Please note that your deposit is paid to Pitchup.com and is non-refundable.
Payment
Deposit transferable during COVID-19.
The remainder is payable on arrival.
Payment methods accepted on the park
CashVisa
Terms and conditions
Site booking terms and conditions- How much is payable upfront? A 15% transferable deposit is payable when you book, with the balance payable on arrival. Read more
- Does Charlie Bassetts have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Charlie Bassetts dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Charlie Bassetts? This is an ace base for trips to Alton Towers (20 minutes’ drive) for folk who fancy riding rollercoasters like the Nemesis and Oblivion. Spend one day scampering among the top-class attractions … Read more
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When can I check in and check out of Charlie Bassetts?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: 10:30 a.m. – Anytime Depart by: 12 p.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Charlie Bassetts? From £10 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party. Check prices and availability
