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
Charlie Bassetts, a family-friendly site in the grounds of a fab pub (closed on Mondays) 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. Popular Peak District towns like Buxton (25 minutes) and Bakewell (an hour) are easy to get to too. 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. The pub is open from lunchtime till late every day but Monday (there are no breakfasts available). And what about those essential amenities of life? The site has separate ladies' and gents' toilet blocks with showers, as well as a washing-up area.

Site type

Caravans for hire 1
Touring caravan pitches 14
Motorhome pitches 14
Open all year
Opens

Tourist board rating

Please note
  • No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • The restaurant is open between 01/01 and 31/12.
  • The site caters for families (immediate members) and couples only - bookings from all other forms of groups are not accepted.
  • Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.
  • At least one of the party members must be aged 21 or over.
  • The bar is open between 01/01 and 31/12.
  • 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.
  • During the winter months, only bar snacks are served in the restaurant on Monday and Tuesday.

Languages spoken

English

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Accommodation

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2 adults
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Reviews

9.6

Overall rating from 772 Pitchup.com customers

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Peaceful

99% would recommend this site to a friend

98% would stay here again

What customers say

This campsite is praised for its immaculate facilities, friendly and helpful staff, and spacious pitches with lovely views. The on-site pub is a significant draw, offering excellent food and a welcoming atmosphere with regular entertainment. The site is well-maintained and considered great for families and dog owners. While some minor improvements like more toilets are suggested, visitors frequently highlight their positive experiences and intention to return.

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Arrival date (latest first)

We had a fairly level gravel…

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Julie M.

Electric gravel touring pitch

Liked We had a fairly level gravel pitch and a nice amount of grass, great for staking the dog, and a wooden picnic table with benches which as we were only there one night saved us fishing out our own table and chairs. We had a nice view across fields and an attractive wild flower bed.
The ladies shower block was clean (2 loos & 2 showers) and there was good "al fresco" washing up facilities just outside the block.
It was good that there was a field to exercise the dogs although it could be better cared for.
The location enabled us to meet up with people who live nearby.

Disliked The fact that we could not get dinner at the pub. We did try to book before arriving in the afternoon but it was a busy Saturday evening and they were full. There was only 2 of us and we'd have been very happy to have collected food and taken it back to the van had that been an option. We were told we could still get a pizza but when my husband went to order they said the weren't doing them anymore because the pub was busy.
The Royal Oak that we could have walked to was also full and despite deciding we would have to get back in the Motorhome, not ideal after arriving at your site after a long drive, we couldn't get a table at two further pubs, The Black Lake Inn had availability but told us they weren't dog friendly! Apparently they take Guide Dogs but not Hearing Dogs so beware!! I did point out that Hearing Dogs have the same legal rights as Guide Dogs but frankly by then I didn't want to go there anyway.
We will try C.B.'s again for an overnight stop but only if we can make a dinner reservation first.

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From the manager: Hi Julie ,
Wow that was a review and a Half .
I like the Good Bits but am confused by the Bad bits Lol
We send a text to all Campers early morn to advise bookup as we get very Busy .
So defo come again but book food in advance Please
( It of course shows if we are Fully booked we must be doing something right ) 😉😉😉

Regards Team Charlies

Would highly recommend

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Sophie S.

Non-electric grass touring pitch

Liked The site was , clean and well kept

Toilets were clean

Could see the children at all times in the play area

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Hi Sophie
Thanks for the great Comments
See you again soon

Regards Team Charlies

Excellent site clean facilities Everything was spot on..

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Valerie D.

Non-electric grass touring pitch

Liked Absolutely beautiful place.. Very friendly… catering for all …food facilities fantastic…
The pitches were great lovely views ..
Very safe environment..
Will definitely be back…

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From the manager: Hi Valerie ,
Thank you for your Great review and Lovely comments , its much appreciated.
Glad You and the Family enjoyed and all was up to your expectations and you liked what we could give you to enjoy on site and the setting in the countryside .
Be good to see you again in the future ,

😁

Regards Team Charlies

Really enjoyed our 3 night stay…

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Grace W.

Electric optional grass touring pitch

Liked Really enjoyed our 3 night stay here, pitch was a brilliant size and the site was beautiful! Met the owner who was lovely and all the staff were helpful too! Lots to do around the area on foot or a short drive away, we had some lovely walks with the dog. The pub, dog field and fire pits on site were fab additions, will definitely be returning. Thank you for a lovely stay, Grace, Lewis and Lyra 🐾

Disliked Nothing!

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From the manager: Hi Grace
Thanks for this great review , brill that you enjoyed what we could offer ,
We loved having you and your other Half plus your lovely rescue Furry friend , ( Lyra )
Would be great to see you all again

All the best Team Charlies

Large pitch, really clean, friendly and…

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Anonymous

Electric optional grass touring pitch

Liked Large pitch, really clean, friendly and helpful staff, great location, dog friendly, lots for the kids to do, great food.

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From the manager: Hi
Thank-you for the Kind Words Hope you have safe travels were ever they take you .
Glad you all had a good time

All the best Team Charlies

Very friendly homely feel to the…

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Bethany M.

Electric gravel touring pitch

Liked Very friendly homely feel to the site. Owner lovely. Very spacious pitches. Nice play area for the kids and very safe for them. Pub grub nice, however in our opinion overpriced. Would definitely return.

Disliked Only 1 men's shower / toilet

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From the manager: Hi Beth ,
Thank you for your Great review and Lovely comments , its much appreciated.
Glad You and the Family enjoyed and all was up to your expectations and you liked what you we could give.
Think you might have missed the additional Family Shower Block + The Unisex Shower Toilet Block which gives :-
- x3 Male Showers in Total
And
- x4 Female in total Lol
Be good to see you again in the future ,

😁

Regards Team Charlies

Highly recommend. Suitable for all ages. Food is outstanding

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Paul W.

Electric gravel touring pitch

Liked Pub outside area
Food at the restaurant
Well maintained pitches and spotless toilet facilities

Disliked Bar staff couldn’t really help with campsite queries, and nobody available in reception

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From the manager: Hi Paul
Thanks for the good comments ,
Strange about the Bar Staff issue they are always very good on advice with the Camp site or advise people to contact me , we are all one setup .
We cant man the Camp reception 24/7 so soz about that.

Regards Team Charlies

A lovely place to stay.Clean, friendly, loads of walks from site. Pub.

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lynn v.

Electric optional grass touring pitch

Liked Nearly everything. Pitch, pub, owner, location, walks everywhere so bring a map.
Owner very interesting to talk to re history of the village. Beautiful church opposite. Gorgeous wild flower planting at the bottom of site. Clean and perfectly functional shower and toilets. Pub staff lovely.

Disliked It was quiet when we visited, just after school holidays but the site I imagine would benefit from a few more loos and showers during busy periods. Would definitely visit again though. Lovely 😍

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The pitches were so spacious and…

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Jackie C.

Electric optional grass touring pitch

Liked The pitches were so spacious and well kept the toilets and shower rooms were decorated to high standards and were so clean and warm we booked into restaurant for dinner and the staff were so friendly and meals were lovely and very reasonable we spoke to the owner Kevin he's a lovely man ,

Disliked Nothing

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Hi Jackie ,
Great to read your fantastic review ,
Really glad you enjoyed your experience with us here at Charlie’s.
It really gives us a great Boost to know we are making your stay a good to remember Break .
It will be great to see you back one day ,
😁

Best regards Team Charlie’s

Lovely clean site , good pitches,…

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christine k.

Electric gravel touring pitch

Liked Lovely clean site , good pitches, very clean hot showers , great pub on site with lovely food

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Hi Christine ,
Great to read your Lovely review ,
Really glad you enjoyed your experience with us here at Charlie’s.
It will be great to see you back one day ,
😁

Best regards Team Charlie’s

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 Watersports

Amenities 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 Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Rallies welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

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

Themes

Budget/backpacker Forest Gastronomic delight Leave the car at home Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wild camping Wildlife haven

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

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 nearby

Touring and motorhomes

Water hook-up points for tourers

Location

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
5.9 mi Bus Station
5.9 mi Bus Station
5.9 mi Bus Station
Rail
1.6 mi Blythe Bridge Rail Station
3.8 mi Longton Rail Station
5.8 mi Wedgwood Rail Station
Airport
27.4 mi Manchester Airport Terminal 3
27.5 mi Manchester Airport
27.6 mi Manchester Airport Terminal 1

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

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 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

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
  • 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
  • When can I check in and check out of Charlie Bassetts?
    Camping 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.
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  • 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.