Longfield Farm

Liked Follow the instructions they have set out for you regarding getting there and use google maps.
Once you enter there is a thin car path with pitches on either side, be sure to go slow and quietly if you are returning late. There are low walls with animals which we loved as a view. The pitch surface was flat with plenty of grass space even after the car and tent were on it. Not a huge place with lots to do. The electirc hook up and a water tap were super close.
Animals surrounding such as sheep, cows and a horse. Although we didn't see them but the sound of cockrels in the morning was nice for us. There were 2 cats and chickens roaming around on site. My 3 year old loved this along with seeing the other animals. My son who is 13, had plenty of space for a game of football. Leading further down, a short walk, are two buildings. The larger one has sinks as you walk in and one toilet room and beside that another room with a toilet and large shower. There was toilet roll and soap but no hand towels. I was surprised any of this being here as we brought our own, so a bonus.

Good for newbies like us camp testing as a family and wanting to be close to something we booked. It was an added bonus with the animals so close for the kids to see. It is more of a relaxed place, wasn't loud / noisy and great to see the stars!
Stayed for one night, our first ever camp and we would happily return.

Disliked -Shower tray had dirt/grime which a bit of bleach and a scrub wouldn't sort out. -Biffa bin near toilets was overflowing.
-Othwr building with toilet and sink had no door, open for all to see.

Not a negative as it's not their fault at all, just for those that may have the same trouble, just our rubbish car:
We followed the satnav (built in the car) instructions but still took us to the front. Used Google maps satnav on my phone and worked perfectly.

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From the manager: Thank you for your feedback and for pointing these things out.

We’re sorry the shower tray wasn’t as clean as it should have been. We’ll make sure this is checked and given a more thorough clean.

We’re also aware that the Biffa bin near the toilets can fill up quickly, and we’re looking at ways of managing the waste and increasing capacity where possible.

Just to clarify regarding the small outer building with the toilet and sink and no door, this is our chemical waste disposal point, rather than a general toilet facility, so it is intentionally open for access.

Thank you also for mentioning the satnav issue. We’ll bear that in mind as it may be helpful to let future guests know that Google Maps brings them to the correct entrance.

We appreciate you taking the time to leave your feedback and hope you otherwise enjoyed your stay.

Liked Basic amenities but everything needed for a short break.

Disliked Unfortunately on both evenings new guests were permitted to arrive after 9:30pm, at a time when the rest of the campsite was settling down for the night. On the first night, the arriving guests spent well over an hour setting up a trailer tent including using a loud drill well past 10pm. The same situation was then repeated on the second night when further late arrivals were allowed onto the site. Again, they were setting up a trailer tent late in the evening accompanied by more children and considerable noise which was particularly disruptive when other campers were trying to settle and sleep. I appreciate that the behaviour of these guests is not necessarily a reflection on the campsite itself however I do feel that the situation could have been avoided with more consideration for the other guests, particularly when it doesn’t seem like a one-off occurrence.

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Liked Quiet, animals for children to look at, clean and tidy

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Liked The area is great for walks and having farm land is gives a sense of fresh air and the Peak district direct routes to Monyash village and Buxton town

Disliked Cockrels and chickens crowing all night and had no sleep,, also another aroma that wouldnt go away from the waste bins over flowing
Would stay again but at the top of the site so that the sounds cant be heard from 4am

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From the manager: Thank you for your feedback.

Unfortunately, if you’re giving the site 3/10 because you could hear the chickens and cockerels, and because of an overflowing waste bin, it’s quite clear that Longfield Campsite simply isn’t the right site for you.

The chickens and cockerels are part of the rural surroundings and, as with any countryside site, we cannot guarantee complete silence—particularly from animals that don’t exactly work to a timetable!

As for the bins, we have already acknowledged that this is something we are looking at improving. Unfortunately, some campers use the bins for far more than normal household waste, including broken equipment and large boxes, which quickly fills them up.

You say you would stay again but would choose the top of the site to avoid the noise. Given your 3/10 rating, I’d suggest it’s probably best that you don’t bother booking again and choose a campsite more suited to what you’re looking for.

We’re a small, rural campsite—not a luxury, silent retreat—and we make no apologies for the countryside atmosphere that comes with it

Liked The quiet campsite with great connections via car to Buxton and Bakewell. Toilet and shower cleaned once a day by really lovely lady.

Disliked Not really disliked but more awareness for other campers - there are 3 toilet cubicles and one has a shower in it. The shower is warm but basic. We noticed other campers complaining but if you're used to camping - you won't mind it at all.

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Liked Low fuss get on with it type site with Alpaca and Emu grazing in adjacent fields

Disliked Bins overflowing with rubbish spilling on to the floor. Cats climbing into my tent and begging whilst preparing food.
Neighbours farm having a large uncontrolled fire blowing ash and smoke over camping kit whilst government issued fire alerts. Fire brigade attended but fire not extinguished

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From the manager: Thank you for your feedback.

We are sorry that the overflowing bins affected your stay. We are currently looking into providing larger bins and ways of managing campers’ waste more effectively. Unfortunately, the bins are regularly used for much more than normal household camping waste, with broken equipment, boxes and other bulky items being left in them. This quickly fills the available space and is something we are increasingly having to deal with. Unfortunately, a lack of consideration from some campers makes this particularly difficult to manage.

Regarding the cats, I completely agree that cats climbing into tents and begging while food is being prepared is unacceptable. Unfortunately, they are not our cats, and we actively discourage campers from engaging with or feeding them. However, some campers enjoy having the cats around and actively encourage them, which makes it extremely difficult to keep them away from the camping areas. We will continue to discourage this behaviour where we can.

Regarding the fire at the neighbouring farm, this was a controlled fire and was attended by the fire brigade. Unfortunately, we cannot be held responsible for activities taking place on neighbouring land. While we appreciate that smoke and ash blowing across your camping equipment was unpleasant, the fire was outside our control and was dealt with by the appropriate authorities.

We do take genuine feedback seriously and are continually looking at ways to improve the site. However, there are certain things outside our control, and we also rely on campers showing a reasonable level of respect and consideration for the site and other guests

Liked A great location, very central to so many beautiful spots at a great price, you really can't argue! The facilities are basic which the cost reflects, but lovely flat field, electric hook ups and beautiful surroundings, really pleased to have found this place and everything we needed.

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From the manager: Thank you so much for the lovely review! 😊

We’re really pleased you enjoyed the location and found Longfield a great base for exploring the surrounding area. We pride ourselves on keeping things simple and affordable, so it’s great to hear you appreciated the flat pitches, electric hook-ups and beautiful surroundings.

It’s fantastic to hear you had everything you needed and were pleased to have found us. We’d love to welcome you back again in the future! ⛺️😊

Liked The tap next to the hook up for each pitch, the farm cats were friendly and came for cuddles, large grass pitch, located between bakewell and Burton and near loads of brilliant days out.

Disliked No hot water to wash up
Cockerells were no stop all day and night
Bins overflowing and not emptied

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From the manager: Thank you for your feedback.

There is an outside washing-up sink with running cold water, and there is also hot water available inside the toilet block. Guests simply need to fill a bowl with hot water inside and take it outside to use at the washing-up sink.

As for the cockerels, we are a rural campsite and they are unfortunately part and parcel of the countryside. They don’t operate to campsite hours and can be heard throughout the day and night.

Regarding the bins, we appreciate that overflowing bins are unpleasant and we are looking at ways to manage the waste more effectively. Unfortunately, some campers use the bins for large amounts of rubbish, including boxes and broken equipment, which means they fill much quicker than they should.

We’re a small, basic rural campsite offering affordable pitches, and we’re sorry the experience didn’t meet your expectations.

Liked Loved the area we cycled the Monsal trail from here the start was 5 miles away perfect

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Liked What a stunning setting, wonderful greeting by Rachel who couldn’t have been more helpful! Will definitely book again, a perfect simple site with everything you need and what wonderful views! We had a lovely time thank you!

Disliked Nothing at all

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