Campgrounds for backpackers in Derbyshire

Sheeps Bit

• Small back to nature site with two cosy bell tents with log burners
• Set in the foothills of mamtor , surrounded by beautiful country side
• Family run pop up glamping site with public footpaths from the site

Lane Head Farm

Moor Top Farm

• Spacious site on a farm 20 minutes’ drive from the Peak District
• Chesterfield 20 minutes’ drive; Chatsworth House 25 minutes
• Dogs welcome; within walking distance of two pubs

YHA National Forest

• Family-sized bell tents five minutes' drive from Swadlincote
• Next door to an adventure park, with easy access to National Forest
• Restaurant on site for breakfast and supper, plus well-stocked bar

Hulme End Campsite

Gateham Grange Camping

• Back-to-basics Peak District site, a five-minute drive from Hartington
• Peak Wildlife Park 15 minutes’ drive; Alton Towers half an hour
• Dark night skies and expansive views, plus a fresh water supply

Sealwood Estate

• Tranquil caravan, camping and motorhome site at the heart of the natio

Brandend Camping

• Basic but peaceful campsite in the Peak District National Park
• A 10-minute drive from Buxton; Bakewell 30 minutes
• A short walk from the river Dove; spectacular views from the pitches

Dale Farm Rural Campsite

• Small rural site and working farm in the Peak District
• A short walk from the Monsal Trail and three local pubs
• Shop selling farm produce and award-winning baked goods

Barn Farm

Mount Cook Adventure Centre

• Pop-up site with grass pitches a mile from Wirksworth
• A 25-minute drive to Chatsworth House; 35 minutes to Alton Towers
• In the grounds of an activity centre with zipwire and low ropes course

Shaw Farm Static Caravans

Go Wild in Wirksworth

• Wild camping site two miles from the market town of Wirksworth
• Exclusive use for a single group of up to 12 people
• Learn bushcraft and survival skills and build your own shelter