Oldhams Wood

10 12 reviews
Flat open area out of the woodland
Flat open area out of the woodland
Main area with facilities unit tucked in the bushes
Woodland area away from tents with a rope swing
Large woodland pitch
Path between the site's different areas
Discrete lighting by the facilities
Fresh grass and fresh leaves
Bluebells and views
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  • Small dog-friendly site in a two-acre woodland and field
  • In the Peak District National Park, 15 minutes’ drive from Bakewell
  • Firepits are permitted; the Tissington Trail is 20 minutes’ walk away
The Peak District National Park is dreamy in itself, and even dreamier is staying on a small dog-friendly site set in a two-acre woodland and field with discrete lighting around the facilities only and glades in and on the edge of the woods. Oldhams Wood in Derbyshire is a proper refuge; the pitches are out of sight of each other, so it’s very quiet and private. Well-suited to families or small groups (or full site bookings, which are also welcome and have the advantage of choosing where to set up within their booked zones), this site is kitted out with a toilet and washing-up area with hot and cold water. Firepits are available, so you’ll have an atmospheric setting to recount the day’s tales. What might these be? Perhaps you spent the day cycling for 13 miles down the Tissington Trail, which is 20 minutes’ walk away, or consuming ample Bakewell tarts in Bakewell, 15 minutes’ drive away. There are many more characterful Peak District spots within driving distance, of course. However, if it’s some tasty sustenance you’re looking for first, there are pubs within five minutes’ drive of the site and shops within 10 minutes’ drive of the site. Parking is provided 200 metres away, but vehicle access is possible across a field (except in poor weather and this is for set-up only to avoid any damage to the grassy access track).

Site type

Tent sites 4
Opens

Languages spoken

English

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Features

Pop-up campground

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 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 Rallies welcome 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

Camping 2.0

Jumbo tent sites

Themes

Forest Hikers’ paradise Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Wild camping 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 Pop-up campground Tiny (1-10 sites)

Nearby leisure

Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Mountain biking nearby

Location

Oldhams Wood

Upper Oldhams Farm

Long Rake

Bakewell

Derbyshire

England

DE45 1JS

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

53.17074°N
1.76642°W

Route directions

The postcode is shared by several farms over two miles apart so it should be used with caution. Most satnavs will take you to a farm called Cale's, which is on the opposite side of the road approximately half a mile east of the site’s driveway.

Nearest transport

Coach
7.7 km Buxton Road
7.7 km Matlock Street
13.7 km Market Place
Rail
14 km Buxton Rail Station
14.3 km Matlock Rail Station
15 km Matlock Bath Rail Station
Airport
35.8 km Sheffield City Airport
39.7 km Manchester Airport Terminal 3
39.9 km Manchester 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

Attractions and activities nearby include: - High Peak Trail (cycling): around five minutes’ drive - Bakewell (picturesque town with access to the Monsal Trail and the home of Bakewell tarts): 15 minutes - Buxton (thermal spa town): 20 minutes - Ashbourne (historic market town): 20 minutes - Haddon Hall (stately home): 20 minutes - Matlock (former spa town): 25 minutes - Chatsworth House (1600s mansion): 25 minutes - Staffordshire Moorlands District (walking and cycling): half an hour - Carsington Water (watersports): half an hour - Alton Towers (theme park): 35 minutes.

Must see

Haddon Hall 7.6 km

Chatsworth 11.2 km

Sir Richard Arkwright's Masson Mills 15 km

Arkwright's Cromford Mills 15.7 km

Alton Towers Resort 21.9 km

National Trust

Winster Market House 9 km

The Old Manor 21.8 km

Biddulph Grange Garden 26.8 km

Lyme Park 28 km

Kedleston Hall 28.2 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

Parsley Hay - Tissington - Fenny Bentley - Ashbourne 1.1 km

Parsley Hay - Pilsbury - Sheen - Hartington - Parsley Hay 1.2 km

Monyash - Sheldon - Deep Dale - Monyash 2.7 km

Monyash - Flagg - Sheldon - Lathkill Dale - Monyash 2.7 km

Monyash - Conksbury - Bradford - Youlgreave - Monyash 2.7 km

Local events

  • Parklife Festival (Saturday, June 14, 2025 – Saturday, June 14, 2025)

    Manchester, England 43.3 km

  • Download Festival (Friday, June 13, 2025 – Friday, June 13, 2025)

    Derby, England 46.3 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.

Reviews

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If 'Wild Camping' is your thing, this is as close as it gets!

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martina G.

Primitive grass tent campsite (large, woodland)

Liked The peacefulness, so good for the soul!
First 'family' holiday, eldest 79, youngest 10, party of 8 and a dog. Never laughed as much in a long time!!
Steve is a fantastic host, nothing is too much trouble!
Not my first time here, but the extended family wanted to experience Oldham's Wood as I have been banging on about how great it was the first time.
Can't wait till my next visit!

Recommend to friends Visit again

Very open but still really private. Host very friendly!…

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Anonymous

Power optional grass tent campsite

Liked Very open but still really private. Host very friendly!

Recommend to friends Visit again

Lots of privacy, lovely spot and able to use fire pits/bbqs. Thanks…

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Amy H.

Power optional grass tent campsite

Liked Lots of privacy, lovely spot and able to use fire pits/bbqs. Thanks for a lovely stay!

Recommend to friends Visit again

Clean/Tidy Site & very Friendly People.…

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Steven M.

Primitive grass tent campsite (woodland, small)

Liked Clean/Tidy Site & very Friendly People.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Beautiful, almost wild camping (with plumbing)

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Katherine T.

Primitive grass tent campsite (large, woodland)

Liked Very tiny, quiet site. We stayed on one the woodland pitches, with beautiful views and no other pitches in sight. The site is very quiet & next to a historic stone circle site. The owner is very friendly and helpful. The site allows fires and supplies firewood, and we had fantastic campfires each evening. The facilities are very basic, but there is plenty of hot water

Disliked The torrential rain on our second night... not the fault of the site

Recommend to friends Visit again

Amazing time and I’m thinking of booking here for next year

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Charley L.

Power optional grass tent campsite

Liked Absolutely amazing week the owner was extremely helpful and even let us tumble dry our duvet after our tent leaked

Disliked Would have loved a shower but was fine without owner was very informative about where we could go within the local area to have a shower

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great campsite, private pitch, great view and friendly owner.…

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James M.

Power optional grass tent campsite

Liked Great campsite, private pitch, great view and friendly owner.

Recommend to friends Visit again

A wonderful stay

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Mark H.

Power optional grass tent campsite

Liked Secluded, private, well maintained and a pleasure to camp at. Steve, the host, was very helpful and welcoming. Couldn’t fault a thing

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great campsite, pitch was quite with good facilities…

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Anonymous

Primitive grass tent campsite (woodland, small)

Liked Great campsite, pitch was quite with good facilities

Recommend to friends Visit again

Electric Tent Pitch, super private space and plenty of room, firewood available,…

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Alan K.

Power optional grass tent campsite

Liked Electric Tent Pitch, super private space and plenty of room, firewood available, quiet and peaceful, owner really friendly and accommodating. Toilet and washing up area are basic and no showers available - this is clearly stated though so no surprises, perfect for a night away

Recommend to friends Visit again

Frequently asked questions

  • Does Oldhams Wood have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Oldhams Wood dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Oldhams Wood? Attractions and activities nearby include: - High Peak Trail (cycling): around five minutes’ drive - Bakewell (picturesque town with access to the Monsal Trail and the home of Bakewell tarts): 15 minutes … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Oldhams Wood?
    RV, travel trailer and tent sites
    Arrive:  1 p.m. –  9 p.m.
    Depart by:  11:30 a.m.
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