Lathkill Wild Campsite

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  • Wild camping experience in the southern Peak District
  • Bakewell 10 minutes' drive; 20 minutes to Buxton
  • A mile from an award-winning pub; views over Lathkill Dale
If a laidback wild camping break is just what you need right now, Lathkill Wild Campsite is likely to tick a lot of boxes. A peaceful Peak District location? Tick. Views over hills? Tick. Dog-friendly and relaxing? Tick, again. Many guests return again and again for this site's friendly and welcoming atmosphere, as well as the convenient location. On the edge of the village of Over Haddon, it’s only a 10-minute car journey to get to Bakewell, one of the top visitor spots in the Peak District National Park. Peaceful, wild-style camping is the vibe here, and that carries over into the facilities. A toilet (with no toilet paper), fresh water, firepits for hire and firewood for sale make staying here an experience that's both convenient and hands-on. Overlooking Lathkill Dale and with far-reaching views over the surrounding area, many circular walks and bike routes await close by. And on the food front, the site is about a mile from an award-winning pub, which is easy to walk to, and the village also has tea rooms, public toilets and a bus stop serving local destinations. For anything a bit bigger in scale (like supermarkets, A road access and museums), you'll want to head in the direction of Bakewell (10 minutes); the similarly sized spa town of Buxton (20 minutes) has a heritage trail, spas and shops.

Site type

Tent pitches 60
Motorhome pitches 60
Open now
Opens 1 April
Please note
  • This site has no on-site shower facilities.
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • If making a fire, the fuel, logs and coal have to be purchased on site.
  • Please note that the toilet facilities are unisex.
  • Toilet paper is not supplied on site.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Wed, 1 Apr to

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Reviews

9.2

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95% would recommend this site to a friend

94% would stay here again

What customers say

A beloved 'wild camping' spot with a chill vibe and grand Peak District views. Campers love the freedom to pick their pitch, the sound owners who sort out fire pits and logs, and the decent wee loos. Great value for walks, but mind the slopes and basic facilities might not be for everyone.

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Overall it's value for money & a good experience

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Anonymous

Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch

Liked A wild camp but legal, it's good & I liked it for the cost, can pick your own spot & it's great for first time campers getting to grips with equipment etc without prying eyes watching the rookie mistakes lol

Disliked Bin overflowing, toilets a bit meh! But expected for the price.

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It’s as close to wild camping as you can get.

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Anonymous

Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch

Liked Very relaxed and friendly site. No frills.
No actual pitches so easy to pitch with friends.

Disliked Nothing to dislike

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Absolutely appalling.

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David D. 1 review

Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch

Liked Nothing. Absolutely nothing.

Disliked Crazy overcrowded; could not find a pitch even though we had paid in advance so we had to leave. Feel ripped off - don’t allow bookings when the place is full. The ‘beautiful’ metal wall alongside the ‘compound’ was the icing on the cake.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Get back to basics and something a bit wild

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Anonymous

Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch

Liked It is what it says on the tin, a wild campsite.
Actually toilets were better than I thought. Views are nice and plenty of space to pitch.
The owner was absolutely spot on and very laid back. He made you feel very welcome.
I rang before hand to ask about a gazebo and even then he just came across as a really sound bloke.
We will definitely be back to this place 👌🏻
It was very busy with it being Solstice weekend but you still had loads of space and wasnt too close to anyone.
We all had a great time!

Disliked Nothing to not like

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Great value for money…

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Darren T. 1 review

Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch

Liked Great value for money

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The views were outstanding. The facilities…

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Anonymous

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Liked The views were outstanding. The facilities were nice & clean & exactly as described. Plenty of space, even at busy times. Lovely walks in the area.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Amazing views. Chilled atmosphere. Icecream van was a juicy bonus

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Kris G. 1 review

Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch

Liked Such a great laid back spot

Recommend to friends Visit again

Lovely campsite with stunning views

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Ali L. 4 reviews

Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch

Liked Stunning views. Lovely relaxed site. Definitely booking again in the future. Local pub about a mile away and a 30 minute walk into Bakewell. Highly recommended.

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Simple and just what we needed…

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Anonymous

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Liked Simple and just what we needed for a one night stay in a campervan. In great settings with a great view. An hour walk down to the village or a short drive .

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Views are amazing and ownef very…

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 Mark T. 1 review

Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch

Liked Views are amazing and ownef very polite and friendly toilets clean and have basic washing facilities

Disliked Nothing

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Features

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 pitch/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette 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 Rallies welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

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

Themes

Budget/backpacker Forest Gastronomic delight Lake and/or mountain Leave the car at home Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wild camping Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Public transport nearby Shop nearby

Type

Farm Large (51-200 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Mountain biking nearby Outdoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby Tennis nearby Watersports nearby

Location

Lathkill Wild Campsite

Overhaddon

Bakewell

Derbyshire

England

DE45 1JF

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

53.19471°N
1.71714°W

Route directions

Please follow the pin on the map rather than the postcode or you may end up in the wrong place. The entrance to the site is clearly marked as Lathkill Wild Campsite and is not near any other entrances or buildings.

Nearest transport

Coach
3.4 km Buxton Road
3.4 km Matlock Street
12.4 km Railway Station
Rail
12.3 km Matlock Rail Station
13.4 km Matlock Bath Rail Station
13.7 km Grindleford Rail Station
Airport
31.6 km Sheffield City Airport
41.2 km Manchester Airport Terminal 3
41.4 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

A Peak District break should always include a visit to Chatsworth House (20 minutes’ drive). This country house has over 25 rooms, including a painted hall and sculpture room, and the grounds are just as splendid – here you can take the kids to meet the pygmy goats in the farmyard, and play at the adventure playground, eat according to the season at the estate’s restaurants or take a buggy tour. Haddon Hall (15 minutes) is another nearby historic house, with a medieval park that can be explored on guided tours. And there’s Matlock (20 minutes) close by too – it was once an ancient spa town and now a gateway for bike rides, hikes and the lot. If staying active is high on your priorities, a visit to the Hathersage Swimming Pool (25 minutes) is the place to practise your backstroke under the open sky. You’re bound to get in some steps around Alton Towers (40 minutes) too, running between rides. Dovedale (30 minutes), of course, is a place for more traditional hikes – the valley is almost three miles long, and there are stepping stones to cross on your way around this scenic stretch of land.

Must see

Haddon Hall 3.8 km

Chatsworth 7.1 km

Sir Richard Arkwright's Masson Mills 13.8 km

Arkwright's Cromford Mills 14.4 km

Alton Towers Resort 25.7 km

National Trust

Winster Market House 7.8 km

The Old Manor 25.1 km

Hardwick Estate: Stainsby Mill 27.4 km

Hardwick Hall 27.4 km

Lyme Park 28.6 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

Mendlesham - Wetherinsett - Mendlesham 1.3 km

Over Haddon - Sheldon - Monyash - Limestone Way - Over Haddon 1.3 km

Over Haddon - Bradford Dale - Elton - Youlgreave - Alport - Over Haddon 1.3 km

Youlgreave (Moor Lane) - Monyash - Sheldon - Over Haddon - Moor Lane 2 km

Youlgreave - Bradford Dale - Winster - Youlgreave 2.7 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 Lathkill Wild Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Lathkill Wild Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Lathkill Wild Campsite? A Peak District break should always include a visit to Chatsworth House (20 minutes’ drive). This country house has over 25 rooms, including a painted hall and sculpture room, and the grounds … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Lathkill Wild Campsite?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  14:00 –  19:00
    Depart by:  12:00
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Lathkill Wild Campsite? From €18.54 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.