When can I check in and check out of Thorpe Cloud View Camping?

RV, travel trailer and tent sites Arrive: 1 p.m. – 9 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. Read more

How much does it cost to stay at Thorpe Cloud View Camping?

From $37.09 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.

Thorpe Cloud View Camping

View prices & book Last booked 17 hours ago 9.1 268 reviews

Hillside camping meadow with natural level terraces

Peaceful dog-friendly hillside farm site with level, mowed terraces
A 10-minute drive from Ashbourne; 15 minutes to Carsington Water
Fire baskets for hire and wood to buy; footpaths through the farm

Thorpe Cloud View Camping is all about the peaceful times under ever-changing skies. You’ll notice the sunsets, starry skies and landscapes are particularly pretty at this five-acre hillside site right outside the Peak District National Park, above the Thorpe Cloud Landmark at Dovedale with footpaths running through the farm. With pitches on level, mowed terraces across a hillside terrain, you’ll be well-positioned to descend on the national park, whether that’s the Stepping Stones (15 minutes’ drive), Ashbourne (10 minutes) or Matlock Bath (20 minutes). It’s peaceful up here, as things feel quite tucked away. However, the hideaway isn’t without its small bits of self-entertainment, as acoustic music is allowed (from gifted musicians only) before quiet time between 10.30pm and 7am and firepits are too – there are fire baskets for hire and wood available to buy from Ed the farmer or you can use your own off-ground braziers. As the site follows a peaceful, back to nature ethos, this isn’t a site for loud music or single-sex groups, but dogs (on a lead) are allowed as long as they can behave around livestock (there are sheep, geese and chickens on site). Entry to the site is down a 500-metre single track. The farmhouse, 200 metres away from the pitches, has an amenities block with showers and toilets (all free) and there's also a standpipe in the meadow. Please note that campervan and vehicle access to the camping meadow is restricted in the low season and dependent on weather conditions. Campervans and other vehicles will have access to a hardstanding/car park area at all times.

Site type

Open now

Please note

Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
The park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Breed-specific legislation (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
Group bookings of 4 or more units (e.g. tent, caravan, RV or accommodation hire) traveling together are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
Single-sex bookings of 4 or more people (couples and immediate family members excepted) are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
No bachelor/bachelorette parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
At least one of the party members must be aged 21 or over.
Guests are advised to bring a good quality flashlight with them as parts of the park are unlit.
Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.

Please note from time to time mentored youth/faith & D of E groups are accepted on site.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Thu, Feb 20 to Tue, Sep 30 2025

Pitch types & availability

Primitive grass tent or trailer tent campsite

6 people maximum

Ground type: Grass

Pitch size: Max 10.0m width x 10.0m depth (32.8ft width x 32.8ft depth) Calculated area: 100.0m² (1076.4ft²)

6 people maximum

One Roof tent or Tent or Trailer tent allowed per pitch

Additional units require additional pitches - quick book via 'Make another booking like this' after making your booking.

Pitch size

Max 10.0m width x 10.0m depth (32.8ft width x 32.8ft depth) Calculated area: 100.0m² (1076.4ft²)

Ground type

Grass

0 rooms

Suitable for

Roof tent, Tent, Trailer tent

Features

Bring an awning 1 included, 1 max.
Car 2 included, 2 max.

Car parking by site/unit
Dump station
Fire ring
Picnic table

Other restrictions

Extras

Bring a gazebo (1 max) £2 (£2) per night
Bring a pup tent (1 max) £2 (£2) per night
Dog (2 max)

£5 (£5) per night

You will be able to choose extras on the booking page.

Arrival days

From £20 (£20) 1 night, 2 adults

View prices & book

Other pitch types

Primitive grass campervan campsite

6 people maximum

Ground type: Grass

Pitch size: Max 10.0m width x 10.0m depth (32.8ft width x 32.8ft depth) Calculated area: 100.0m² (1076.4ft²)

6 people maximum

One Class B motorhome allowed per pitch

Additional units require additional pitches - quick book via 'Make another booking like this' after making your booking.

Pitch size

Max 10.0m width x 10.0m depth (32.8ft width x 32.8ft depth) Calculated area: 100.0m² (1076.4ft²)

Ground type

Grass

0 rooms

Suitable for

Class B motorhome, (Motorhome not allowed)

Features

Car 1 included, 1 max.

Car parking by site/unit
Dump station
Picnic table

Other restrictions

Gazebos not allowed

Extras

Bring a pup tent (1 max) £2 (£2) per night
Bring an awning (1 max) £2 (£2) per night
Dog (2 max)

£5 (£5) per night

You will be able to choose extras on the booking page.

Arrival days

From £20 (£20) 1 night, 2 adults

View prices & book

Reviews

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Only showing reviews for the last 30 months.

Colourful powder that was given to us by ed

Fish & chips from a local chip shop in ashbourne 10 minutes from the site

A proper old skool camping experience!

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	7
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	7
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	7
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	No rating

Anonymous Jun 2025

Primitive grass tent or trailer tent campsite

Liked: Thorpe Cloud View is perfect for a no thrills camping experience with spectacular views of the Derbyshire hills.
Ed couldn’t be more helpful, very friendly and laid back approach.
Choose your own pitch. Pitches are relatively flat and staggered up the hill so you never have another camper blocking your view.
Facilities are good, clean but basic.
You can have a fire/bbq, Ed has these to hire for £12 including wood.
Plenty of space for younger children to run around but if they need entertainment this isn’t the site for you. Walks from the doorstep. Amazing sunset and star gazing on a clear day.
Remember this is a working farm and so isn’t picture perfect but the views are. We loved it!

Disliked: Satnav does take you there but No visible signage on the road, so I did a couple of laps on the lane until a friendly farmer directed me - a small grumble

Recommend to friends Visit again

Beautiful campsite with an amazing view over Thorpe Cloud. Ed was fabulous…

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	8
Facilities / Activities	7
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	No rating
Cleanliness	8
Wifi	No rating

Anonymous May 2025

Primitive grass tent or trailer tent campsite

Liked: Beautiful campsite with an amazing view over Thorpe Cloud. Ed was fabulous and always on hand for fire wood and anything else you may need.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Ed was friendly and made us feel at home right from when…

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	9
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	10

Lindsay L. Jun 2025

Primitive grass tent or trailer tent campsite

Liked: Ed was friendly and made us feel at home right from when we arrived. We got to pick our camp spot.

Disliked: None

Recommend to friends Visit again

The location was fantastic, with amazing views and access to lots of…

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	No rating

Lesley S. May 2025

Primitive grass campervan campsite

Liked: The location was fantastic, with amazing views and access to lots of footpaths nearby. The site exceeded expectations, Ed was welcoming and helpful throughout my stay and the atmosphere was relaxed, laid back and peaceful - even on a bank holiday weekend! The pitches were large and well-spaced, all with views over the rolling countryside and towards the sunset and the firepit made a lovely addition to my stay.
I cannot recommend this site highly enough and I will definitely return.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Excellent site with beautiful views and plenty of space to roam

Overall	8/10
Location	10
Value for money	6
Accommodation	6
Facilities / Activities	5
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	8
Wifi	10

Anonymous May 2025

Primitive grass tent or trailer tent campsite

Liked: Loved the location - so convenient for many nearby attractions and the view is incredible! Owner is incredibly friendly as well and there is plenty of space between pitches.

Disliked: Pitch wasn't particularly level so wasn't the most comfortable sleep - definitely scout out as level a pitch as possible but many of them appear to be on a slight slope. Also there was loud music coming up from the valley one night but that obviously isn't the fault of the campsite.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Spot on hill side camping

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	1
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	1

Anonymous May 2025

Primitive grass tent or trailer tent campsite

Liked: Ed/jane great can’t fault the effort they are putting in great place .

Recommend to friends Visit again

Lovely place, definitely recommend.

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	6
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	7
Wifi	10

James B. May 2025

Primitive grass tent or trailer tent campsite

Liked: A beautiful, quiet campsite.

Disliked: Toilets were portaloos.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Perfect scenic stay!

Overall	9/10
Location	8
Value for money	8
Accommodation	8
Facilities / Activities	7
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	10

Lizzie F. May 2025

Primitive grass tent or trailer tent campsite

Liked: Lovely evening at Thorpe Cloud View Camping - great little quiet site with beautiful scenery. Clean portaloos and showers. Farmer Ed is lovely. Firepits available to hire too. Would definitely stay again!

Disliked: A light in the portaloo for evenings would be great

Recommend to friends Visit again

Lovely campsite great views lovely spot. Was busy due to the weather…

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	No rating
Cleanliness	No rating
Wifi	No rating

Kieran C. May 2025

Primitive grass tent or trailer tent campsite

Liked: Lovely campsite great views lovely spot. Was busy due to the weather but still had plenty of space and was quiet in spite of its business. Would 100% go again.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Friendly helpful staff, beautiful views…

Overall	4/10
Location	6
Value for money	4
Accommodation	4
Facilities / Activities	No rating
Customer service	7
Child friendliness	No rating
Cleanliness	3
Wifi	No rating

Anonymous May 2025

Primitive grass tent or trailer tent campsite

Liked: Friendly helpful staff, beautiful views

Disliked: Really very basic and a bit dirty. Would be ok if it was about half the cost. Quite a big slope so hard to pitch tent.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Features

Dogs allowed

Campfires allowed

Leisure on park

Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Playground Recreation room/arcade TV room Takeout Tennis Watersports

Amenities on park

Bath available Car parking by site/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Free wifi Grocery store Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundromat Parent & baby washroom Payphone Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Restrooms Shower available Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

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

Rules

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

Themes

Hikers’ paradise Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Dump station Electric car charging point(s) Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby

Type

Farm Small (11-25 sites)

Nearby leisure

Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horseback riding nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Watersports nearby

Location

Thorpe Cloud View Camping

Riddings Park Farm

Wood Lane

Knivetonwood

Ashbourne

Derbyshire

England

DE6 1JF

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

53.04774°N
-1.70895°W

Nearest transport

Coach

12.6 km Fishpond Hotel

14.3 km Railway Station

Rail

12.9 km Cromford Rail Station

13.1 km Matlock Bath Rail Station

14.2 km Matlock Rail Station

Ferry

Airport

35.4 km East Midlands Airport

44.4 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

Historic towns? Terrific trails? Prehistoric sites? Absolutely. For the former, work a visit to the market town of Ashbourne (10 minutes’ drive) or the spa village of Matlock Bath (20 minutes) into your itinerary. For the latter, Hob Hurst's House (40 minutes) is a prehistoric burial mound – and just another addition to a long list of historical spots across the Peak District, including the Nine Ladies Stone Circle (half an hour), Arbor Low Stone Circle and Gib Hill Barrow (25 minutes), Tissington Hall (15 minutes), Kedleston Hall (25 minutes) and the Crich Tramway Village (half an hour). When it comes to trails, there’s a very splendid selection about. Perhaps a 13-mile cycle on the Tissington Trail (10 minutes) beginning in Ashbourne? The limestone gorge and country park at the Heights of Abraham (20 minutes)? The Dovedale (25 minutes) river walk to the Stepping Stones and the Thorpe Cloud? For those who like a paddle or a cycle, Carsington Water (15 minutes) is an attractive candidate. Family-friendly days are bound to be packed with activities there, and the same goes for the family-friendly theme park Gulliver's Kingdom (20 minutes).

Must see

Sir Richard Arkwright's Masson Mills 12.1 km

Arkwright's Cromford Mills 12.4 km

Alton Towers Resort 13.8 km

Kedleston Hall 14.2 km

Haddon Hall 16.8 km

National Trust

The Old Manor 10.7 km

Winster Market House 11.3 km

Kedleston Hall 15.2 km

Sudbury Hall and the National Trust Museum of Childhood 18.2 km

Hardwick Estate: Stainsby Mill 29.9 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

Tissington - Fenny Bentley - Mapleton - Dove Dale 2.8 km

Tissington - Hall Dale - Alstonefield - Tissington 2.8 km

Tissington - Dove Dale - Biggin Dale - Tisington 2.8 km

Thorpe - Fenny Bentley - Parwich - Tissington - Thorpe 3 km

Ashbourne - Mapleton - Swinscoe - Mayfield - Ashbourne 3.7 km

Local events

Download Festival (Friday, June 13, 2025 – Friday, June 13, 2025)
Derby, England 33.2 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.

Policies

Booking terms and conditions

Admission

At least one of the party members must be aged 21 or over.

Safety

Barbecues are permitted but must be raised off the ground and attended by an adult at all times.

Changes to your holiday

Bookings cannot be amended within 7 day(s) of arrival.

Dogs

Dogs must be kept on leashes and supervised at all times.

Occupancy

Group bookings of 4 or more units (e.g. tent, caravan, RV or accommodation hire) traveling together are not permitted via Pitchup.com.

Safety

Guests are advised to bring a good quality flashlight with them as parts of the park are unlit.

General

In the event of a complaint, please speak to reception immediately. Complaints which are not brought to the management's attention during your stay cannot be dealt with once you have left the site.

Arrivals and departures

Late arrivals must notify the park as soon as possible. Your booking will be held for 24 hours. After this period the management reserves the right to relet your unit.

Extras

Motorcycle(s) can be brought instead of the car(s) included.

Occupancy

No bachelor/bachelorette parties permitted via Pitchup.com.

Arrivals and departures

No refunds/discounts for inclement weather, late arrivals or early departures.

Vehicles

No vehicle movement between 8 p.m. and 9 a.m..
Only one car is to be parked at the site. Extra vehicles must be parked in the designated area.

General

Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
Quiet hours must be respected between 10:30 p.m. and 7 a.m..

Occupancy

Single-sex bookings of 4 or more people (couples and immediate family members excepted) are not permitted via Pitchup.com.

General

The management reserves the right to deny access or terminate the stay of those guests whose behavior is deemed unsuitable. No refunds will be offered.

Dogs

The park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Breed-specific legislation (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).

General

The park is not liable for any refund in the event of force majeure.

Arrivals and departures

There is no reception at this park. Please check-in at the notice board at the shower block near the rear entrance instead.

Admission

Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.

Arrivals and departures

Units will be allocated on arrival.

Sites

You must follow management instructions when setting up your tent/rig and related equipment.

Payment terms

Offers

Conditions apply - see pitch type section for details

Nearest sites

Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable sites.

Frequently asked questions

Does Thorpe Cloud View Camping have a swimming pool? No View all features
Is Thorpe Cloud View Camping dog friendly? Yes View all features
What attractions are near Thorpe Cloud View Camping? Historic towns? Terrific trails? Prehistoric sites? Absolutely. For the former, work a visit to the market town of Ashbourne (10 minutes’ drive) or the spa village of Matlock Bath (20 minutes) into … Read more
When can I check in and check out of Thorpe Cloud View Camping?

RV, travel trailer and tent sites

Arrive: 1 p.m. – 9 p.m.

Depart by: 11 a.m.

Read more
How much does it cost to stay at Thorpe Cloud View Camping? From $37.09 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.