Damside Campsite

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  • Well-maintained and peaceful wild camping site in the Peak District
  • Buxton 15 minutes’ drive; Chatsworth House half an hour
  • Dogs welcome; village five minutes' drive away with pub and shop
Just how remote would you like your holiday accommodation to be? If the answer is fair to middling, Damside Campsite might just be the place for you: this pop-up spot is surrounded by the glorious wilderness of Peak District National Park. Doesn’t get much more blissfully peaceful than that – except for the occasional lowing cow, all is stillness here. Having said that, don’t worry: you won’t have to scramble across hills and dales for a pint as a traditional pub serving real ales and home-cooked food is right in the village of Peak Forest, a five-minute drive away. Both the site and the pub welcome dogs, though you'd be wise to keep them on a lead when walking past the farm animals. This is wild camping so facilities might not be abundant (there are no showers), but they are well maintained and include a portable toilet and a washing-up area. There is also fresh running water, and you’re welcome to start a campfire or a barbecue. You can grab essentials in the village shop, or head to Chapel-en-le-Frith (10 minutes' drive) or Buxton (15 minutes). If you’re here with the kids, the flat, grassy field where you’ll set up your tent makes for an excellent play area on which to run around, kick a ball or fly a kite. A nearby playground has swings, slides, a small adventure course and a multisports pitch. Walking paths start from right outside the farm, or you can drive to hiking areas like Chee Dale Stepping Stones (10 minutes), a dramatic gorge on the River Wye.

Campground type

Tent sites 50
RV & Motorhome sites 50
Open now
Opens 3 April
Please note
  • This campground/park has no on-site shower facilities.
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • The campground/park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dog Act (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
  • There is no reception building on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Fri, 3 Apr to

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Reviews

9.3

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PeacefulSpectacular scenery

96% would recommend this campground to a friend

94% would stay here again

What customers say

Damside Campsite gets props for its ace Peak District spot, with stunning views and heaps of walks. Travellers love the clean loos. It's a quiet, no-frills site, but folks enjoyed the big, flat spots and friendly owners. Some said the pub and playground were a bit far, loos got packed sometimes, and watch out for sheep poo. Great for a chill break.

Summary AI-generated from Pitchup.com customer reviews. Last updated 01/03/2026

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Really spacious, clean toilets and picturesque…

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Grace C. 2 reviews

Unpowered grass tent or motorhome site

Liked Really spacious, clean toilets and picturesque

Disliked Nothing

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Peaceful and quiet site. Exceptionally clean…

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Rachel K. 7 reviews

Unpowered grass tent or motorhome site

Liked Peaceful and quiet site. Exceptionally clean and tidy toilets with hand soap and toilet roll etc.
A couple of fire pits available we just wish we'd brought some logs!

Disliked Nothing!

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Fantastic location. Great value for money

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Gemma M. 2 reviews

Unpowered grass tent or motorhome site

Liked Quiet location, surrounded by fields and beautiful views

Disliked Toilets were great, however, quickly became dirty with no toilet roll. After the morning rush they were clean again.
Allocated pitches would be ideal- when we got back to the pitch a car had pitched up right where our van was attaching to the drive away awning. Some families took over 2-3 pitches meaning the rest of us had small pitches

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would recommend to anyone!

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Anonymous

Unpowered grass tent or motorhome site

Liked toilets were really good, pitches perfect! great night away with friends

Disliked wish the firepits were advertised/ more accessible as we werent aware until it was too late

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Views are great!…

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Keith B. 1 review

Unpowered grass tent or motorhome site

Liked Views are great!

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Simple and nice…

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Mark W. 1 review

Unpowered grass tent or motorhome site

Liked Simple and nice

Recommend to friends Visit again

Lovely little campsite, highly recommend

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 KAY D. 1 review

Unpowered grass tent or motorhome site

Liked Brilliant location, great little site, basic but has everything you need for a few days of peace and quiet with beautiful views.
Only 5/10 min drive to village pub and shop.
Small toilet block but spotlessly clean throughout our stay.
Would definitely stay again

Disliked Nothing to dislike

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Aimee L. 1 review

Unpowered grass tent or motorhome site

Liked What a great little campsite! Beautiful flat open fields with great views, the toilet block was immaculately clean. No showers but I knew that when I booked and I was only there for 1 night anyway. Will definitely be returning!

Disliked Nothing

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katherine r. 2 reviews

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Liked Everything

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Great spot would return

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Patricia B. 1 review

Unpowered grass tent or motorhome site

Liked Fantastic, views for miles. Nice clean toilets and place to get water.large pitches. 15 min drive to each Buxton centre, super markets and Chee dale stepping stones. Great spot

Disliked Someone pitched up in a tiny gap at side of us when we went out for the day despite there being loads of room which was annoying but not the camp sites fault

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Features

Portable toilet

Pop-up campground

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 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

D. of E. 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

Camping 2.0

Jumbo tent sites

Themes

Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wild camping

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

Farm Medium (26-50 sites) Pop-up campground

Nearby leisure

Cycling nearby Restaurant nearby

Location

Damside Campsite

Stone Lea Farm

Back Lane

Peak Forest

Buxton

Derbyshire

England

SK17 8ED

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

53.29471°N
1.83218°W

Nearest transport

Coach
6.9 km Market Place
6.9 km Market Place
13.8 km Buxton Road
Rail
3.9 km Dove Holes Rail Station
6.1 km Chapel-en-le-Frith Rail Station
6.6 km Buxton Rail Station
Airport
30.1 km Manchester Airport Terminal 3
30.3 km Manchester Airport
30.3 km 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

Highlights in the Peak District include the Peak Cavern (15 minutes’ drive), a network of underground chambers that also hosts live music concerts; and the Mam Tor mountain, a not-too-challenging hike that rewards with far-reaching views of the surrounding hills. The spa town of Buxton (15 minutes) spreads around the Buxton Visitor Centre & The Buxton Crescent Experience, part of an elegant Georgian sweep and the place where you can learn more about the local health-giving waters. Buxton Opera House sits on the edge of the Pavilion Gardens, crossed by the River Wye – and by a miniature railway. Chatsworth House (half an hour) is well worth a visit, whether you want to relax along the banks of the River Derwent with a picnic, or explore the 105-acre garden, with its statuary and waterworks. The impressive Painted Hall, in the elegant 18th-century mansion, is covered in dramatic and vibrant frescoes.

Must see

Lyme Park & Gardens (NT) 15.6 km

Haddon Hall 15.8 km

Chatsworth 16.6 km

Hare Hill Gardens (NT) 23.3 km

Sir Richard Arkwright's Masson Mills 27 km

National Trust

Lyme Park 16.2 km

Winster Market House 21.3 km

Hare Hill 23.3 km

Nether Alderley Mill 26.9 km

Biddulph Grange Garden 28.7 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

PEAK DISTRICT 2.1 km

Millers Dale - Chee Dale - Chelmorton - Taddington - Priestcliffe - Millers Dale 4.9 km

Millers Dale - Flagg - Taddington - Millers Dale 4.9 km

Miller's Dale - Monk's Dale - River Wye on Monsal Trail 5 km

Miller's Dale - Peak Forest - Dam Dale - Peter Dale - Monk's Dale - Miller's Dale 5.1 km

Local events

  • Parklife Festival (Saturday 20 June 2026 – Saturday 20 June 2026)

    Manchester, England 31.1 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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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Damside Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Damside Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Damside Campsite? Highlights in the Peak District include the Peak Cavern (15 minutes’ drive), a network of underground chambers that also hosts live music concerts; and the Mam Tor mountain, a not-too-challenging hike that … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Damside Campsite?
    Camping and caravan
    Arrive:  noon –  6 p.m.
    Depart by:  2 p.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Damside Campsite? From $37.46 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.