Castleton Camping

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  • Working farm site in the Peak District with far-reaching views
  • A mile and a half from Mam Tor via a path; Castleton a mile
  • Next to a pop-up café (open weekends); dogs allowed
Hankering for a stunningly rugged landscape full of opportunities for hiking, cycling, climbing and other outdoor activities? On a working farm within the Peak District National Park, Castleton Camping is the place to be. Regardless of whether you've come here to scale Mam Tor, the high peak a mile and a half from the site that’s accessible via a footpath, or whether you simply fancy a change of scenery, a stay at this laidback rural site opens up ample possibilities. This place is half a mile from the small village of Castleton, which is well-served by pubs and cafés. It’s a peaceful area and those of you who like your breaks full of rural hikes will be happy to find that there’s great access to local footpaths, many of which can be reached straight from the farm gates. If you need a light bite before you set off down yonder, a small pop-up café just next to the site is open on weekends for snacks. The amenities here are simple, with just a portable toilet available, but self-sustaining guests are welcome to set up campfires and barbecues. Please note that Castleton Campsite does not have running water. Castleton Camping also embraces well-behaved dogs but asks that they are kept on a lead at all times when around the site.

Site type

Tent pitches 47
Touring caravan pitches 3
Open now
Opens 2 May
Please note
  • This site has no on-site shower facilities.
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • Single-sex bookings of 5 or more people (couples and immediate family members excepted) are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • This is a quiet site: no music is allowed.
  • Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the site are unlit.
  • Please note that the toilet facilities are unisex.
  • There is no reception on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.
  • Fires, barbecues and/or firepits will not be permitted in dry, windy and/or hot weather conditions.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Fri, 2 May to

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Accommodation

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2 adults
0 children
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Reviews

9.2

Overall rating from 299 Pitchup.com customers

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Walkers' paradiseSpectacular sceneryPeaceful

93% would recommend this site to a friend

92% would stay here again

What customers say

Stunning views and location for Mam Tor and Castleton. Praised for spacious pitches, clean portaloos, and friendly owners. Appreciated "back to basics" feel, despite no drinking water/showers for some. Minor notes on noise and animal muck. Highly recommended for location and views.

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Arrival date (latest first)

Great campsite in beautiful surroundings

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Anonymous

Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked Quiet, beautiful surroundings, well kept grounds really pleasant for camping on

Disliked Toilets were quite smelly not just in them but within a number of metres of them so just bear in mind when pitching tent. Also the taps clearly stated not drinking water so we had to ration the drinking water we brought with us. Not terrible issue but would be useful to have a clean water tap like we have had at other similar campsites.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great site with fabulous views

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Andrew G.

Non-electric grass campervan pitch

Liked Perfect location to explore mam tor/the great ridge and any one of the caverns. Plus close enough to castleton to wander down and enjoy one of the many pubs.
Toilets and sinks always kept very clean.

Disliked If there were showers on site I’d stay longer

Recommend to friends Visit again

Walkers paradise very quiet site nice pitches…

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Neil W.

Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked Walkers paradise very quiet site nice pitches

Disliked No showers and none locally,and no drinking water

Recommend to friends Visit again

The view…

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Phoebe W.

Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked The view

Disliked Toilets needed a shower facility too and we would of stayed longer

Recommend to friends Visit again

Easy access and directions with what3words. Relaxed host with adaptable booking. Toilet…

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Anonymous

Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked Easy access and directions with what3words.
Relaxed host with adaptable booking.
Toilet block.
Picturesque setting and easy access to Castleton by car or foot.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Basic site, beautiful setting, great views a short walk from Castleton

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Anonymous

Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked Beautiful setting, great views across the valley a short walk to Castleton. Pitches well kept soft grass with some separation from hawthorn hedgerows. A slight slope in places but not a problem. Toilets and washing up area clean and look new.

Disliked One large family group across the field incessant, fairly loud talking from very early in morning - disturbed a peaceful setting while everyone else seemed respectful of the tranquility. Spoilt it a bit but not the campsites fault.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Good location, owner was responsive to emails and calls…

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Laurel S.

Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked Good location, owner was responsive to emails and calls

Disliked No drinking water and this was not made clear prior to booking. The toilets were also not great quality and smelt horrendous. Thought that overall it was very over priced for what it offered

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: sorry you felt this way .it says no drinking water on pitchup, the toilets are never horrendous depends how people leave toilets there’s only so much cleaning you can do. Maybe next time check what the campsites offer before making a booking. Thanks katie

Location only 20 mins walk to Castleton town centre with pubs restaurants…

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Derek H.

Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked Location only 20 mins walk to Castleton town centre with pubs restaurants and small shops .. right in the middle of great walks and caves

Disliked Would be better if there was lighting along the access road ... would benefit from showers adding to the facilities ... especially with the changeable weather.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Would recommend but bring plenty of water!!

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Anonymous

Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked Toilets, great location

Disliked No drinking water

Recommend to friends Visit again

Awesome wee place, lovely to get away from the hustle and bustle

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Anonymous

Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked The location is beautiful and you can access Mam Tour from the campsite. Toilets are clean and nice to use, and I found the addition of an honesty box really thoughtful!

Disliked The field is not flat, so finding a decent spot to camp is tricky. Massive holes in the field which is not signposted so watch where you drive your car!!

Recommend to friends Visit again

Features

Pop-up campsite

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 Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Local produce Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Picnic table Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

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

Rules

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

Themes

Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wild camping

Utilities

Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available No drinkable water point No hot water Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearby Shop nearby

Type

Farm Medium (26-50 pitches) Pop-up campsite

Nearby leisure

Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Golf nearby Mountain biking nearby Outdoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby

Location

Castleton Camping

Woodseats Farm

Castleton

Derbyshire

England

S33 8WA

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

53.35273°N
1.79034°W

Route directions

What3words: damage.intruding.solar. Please use the pin location above (with the name Castleton Camping) instead of the postcode.

Nearest transport

Coach
13.5 km Market Place
13.5 km Market Place
16.6 km Woodhead Road
Rail
2.2 km Edale Rail Station
4.1 km Hope (Derbyshire) Rail Station
6.9 km Bamford Rail Station
Airport
27.5 km Sheffield City Airport
31.9 km Manchester Airport Terminal 3
32.1 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

With lots of historic sites to see, landscapes to hike and caverns to descend into, the first bit is deciding where to start. For days hiking, the Pennine Way starts in Edale (15 minutes’ drive) and heads out onto moors, past reservoirs and gritstone edges. A hike with a view is certain at Ladybower Reservoir (15 minutes) too. Five miles through Cave Dale (30 minutes' walk), a limestone valley, is just as splendid. Places you might want to visit on the way include Castleton village and Peveril Castle - and there are views towards Mam Tor and The Great Ridge too. Caverns on your ‘to-explore’ list? Take an underground boat trip in Speedwell Cavern (35 minutes), investigate the Blue John stone in Treak Cliff Cavern (five minutes' drive) or learn rope-making in Peak Cavern (25 minutes' walk). When it’s time to extend your learning to history in the Peak District, Peveril Castle (25 minutes) above Castleton village is one the closest ruins. For somewhere that has survived the test of time, and now makes a rather excellent picnicking location, is Chatsworth House (30 minutes' drive). The estate also has a farmyard and playground.

Must see

Lyme Park & Gardens (NT) 17.6 km

Chatsworth 18.8 km

Haddon Hall 19.4 km

Wentworth Castle Gardens 26.2 km

Hare Hill Gardens (NT) 27.1 km

National Trust

Lyme Park 17.6 km

Winster Market House 25.5 km

Hare Hill 27.1 km

Marsden Moor Estate 29.2 km

Nether Alderley Mill 30.7 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

Castleton - Rushup Edge - Sparrowpit - Castleton 1.3 km

Castleton and Peak Forest 1.3 km

Castleton and Dunscar Farm 1.4 km

Castleton, Losehill Farm and Hope 1.4 km

Castleton - Mam Tor - Lose Hill - Castleton 1.4 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.

Nearest sites

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Castleton Camping have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Castleton Camping dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Castleton Camping? With lots of historic sites to see, landscapes to hike and caverns to descend into, the first bit is deciding where to start. For days hiking, the Pennine Way starts in Edale … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Castleton Camping?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  1:30 p.m. –  8 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Castleton Camping? From €26.93 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.