The Firs Caravan Club Site

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  • An immaculate site atop the rolling countryside of Derbyshire
  • Leisurely walks amidst beautiful English landscapes
  • Many tourist and leisure experiences available
Set atop the rolling hills of Derbyshire's rich countryside. The Firs Caravan Club Site is immaculately presented with excellent facilities, and offers the peace and tranquillity you need to unwind, while boasting breathtaking views of the Derwent Valley Mills World Heritage Site. This is a popular touring base for the Derbyshire Dales and Peak District - leisurely walks in some of the most beautiful landscapes England has to offer are just some of many tourist and leisure experiences to be had. Whether you're looking for a long stay, a weekend break or an overnight visit, The Firs Caravan Club Site offers level pitching and a charming rural atmosphere. A pleasant half mile walk from the caravan site will lead you to the welcoming local village pub where you can relax with a pint and a hearty meal. For steam enthusiasts, The Midland Railway Centre at Butterley is not to be missed. Other nearby places of interest includes the historic town of Belper and pretty village of Matlock Bath.

Campground type

Caravan sites 36
RV & Motorhome sites 36
Opens

Tourist board rating

Languages spoken

English

This site is a member of Caravan and Motorhome Club group.

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Features

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 site/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundry 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

Utilities

Charging facilities Dump point Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearby

Type

Large (51-200 sites)

Accessibility

Disabled facilities

Nearby leisure

Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Restaurant nearby

Location

The Firs Caravan Club Site

Nether Heage

Crich Lane

Belper

Derbyshire

England

DE56 2JH

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)

GPS

53.0497°N
-1.4734°W

Route directions

Please only use these recommended directions for the final approach and not SatNav, due to unsuitable roads for towing. From North: leave the M1 at junction 28 onto A38 dual carriageway (signposted Derby). In 5.75 miles turn onto A610 (signposted Ambergate); in about 3 miles at T-junction turn left onto A6 (signposted Belper). Within 3 miles at roundabout (adjacent to Morrison's) turn and return onto A6 (signposted Matlock); in about 1 mile turn right into Broadholme Lane (signposted Nether Heage); in about 1 mile at T-junction turn left into Crich Lane. The site is on the left in 500 yards. From South: leave M1 at junction 24 onto A50. In about 11 miles turn onto A38 (signposted Derby); in about 5 miles turn left onto A6 (signposted Matlock); past Belper fork right off the A6 about 0.75 mile past A517 junction into Broadholme Lane (signposted Nether Heage) then as above.

Nearest transport

Coach
3.1 km Bus Garage
3.1 km Bus Garage
9.8 km Fishpond Hotel
Rail
1.3 km Ambergate Rail Station
2.9 km Belper Rail Station
4.3 km Whatstandwell Rail Station
Airport
26.6 km East Midlands Airport
39 km Sheffield City 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

Nearby village pub with good food The Midland Railway Centre, Butterley The historic town of Belper and the pretty Matlock Bath village

Must see

Arkwright's Cromford Mills 8.6 km

Sir Richard Arkwright's Masson Mills 9.2 km

Kedleston Hall 10.2 km

Royal Crown Derby Factory Shop 15.3 km

Hardwick Old Hall 17.2 km

National Trust

Kedleston Hall 11 km

Winster Market House 15.1 km

Hardwick Hall 17.2 km

Hardwick Estate: Stainsby Mill 17.2 km

The Old Manor 24.4 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

BELPER CEMETERY 1.4 km

Derwent Valley Mills Buffer Zone 2.1 km

RIVER GARDENS, BELPER 2.3 km

Derwent Valley Mills 3.3 km

Alport Heights - Kirk Ireton Circular 5.2 km

Local events

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

    Buxton, England 37.5 km

  • Bloodstock Open Air (Thursday 8 August 2024 – Thursday 8 August 2024)

    Swadlincote, England 38.1 km

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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  • Is The Firs Caravan Club Site dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near The Firs Caravan Club Site? Nearby village pub with good food The Midland Railway Centre, Butterley The historic town of Belper and the pretty Matlock Bath village Read more