Irondale Touring Caravans and Campsite

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  • Well-maintained pub site for guests 14 years and over
  • In Stanton by Dale; 20 minutes' drive from Attenborough Nature Centre
  • Real ale and pub food served; 20 minutes' walk from a golf club
Dart off to Derbyshire and make for Irondale Touring Caravans and Campsite in Stanton by Dale, a well-kept site attached to an award-winning pub. The name of this spot is a nod to Stanton's industrial heritage – if the village rings a bell, it may well be because 'Stanton' crops up on many a manhole cover across the UK. Nowadays, things are peaceful around here, and the site is set between traditional red brick houses and a small village green. The Chequers Inn is over 200 years old and still in fine fettle – its selling point remains its focus on real ales and proper home-cooked food. The pub, like the site, is mightily dog-friendly, so don't hesitate to bring four-legged friends along on your trip. The pitches here are level, well-drained and conveniently located to the rear of the pub. Although it's close to the M1, off-site strolls are unlikely to involve busy roads and traffic – Irondale Touring Caravans and Campsite is a few minutes' walk from footpaths that'll take you through the pleasant fields and hills that make up the local landscape. The nearest supermarket can be found in Sandiacre (five minutes' drive); Ilkeston (10 minutes) has a wider range of shops and takeaways. Please note that kids under the age of 14 aren't allowed to stay at Irondale Touring Caravans and Campsite.

Site type

Tent pitches 6
Touring caravan pitches 6
Motorhome pitches 6
Open all year
Opens
Please note
  • This site has no on-site shower facilities.
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • Guests under the age of 14 are not allowed on site.
  • Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.
  • The site caters for families (immediate members) and couples only - bookings from all other forms of groups are not accepted.
  • Continental touring caravans (caravans built with the passenger door on the right-hand side) are not permitted.
  • The bar is open between 01/01 and 31/12.

Languages spoken

English

Reviews

9.4

Overall rating from 269 Pitchup.com customers

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Location
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Facilities / Activities
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Customer service
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Child friendliness
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Cleanliness
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Wifi
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Peaceful

96% would recommend this site to a friend

94% would stay here again

What customers say

A neat little site behind a grand pub. Pitches are grand, with picnic tables. Cleanliness, sound hosts, and top grub at the pub are praised. Handy for the motorway and a wander, but a bit dear for some. A safe, quiet, grand stopover.

Summary AI-generated from Pitchup.com customer reviews

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Amazing - pub/ staff/ pitch…

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SIMON B.

Electric hardstanding and grass pitch

Liked Amazing - pub/ staff/ pitch

Recommend to friends Visit again

One night stay only, conveniently close to M1

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Gordon E.

Electric hardstanding and grass pitch

Liked Convenient location, clean well kept site. Friendly welcome, pub looks nice.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great site for a stopover if travelling long distance.

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10 out of 10
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nick s.

Electric hardstanding and grass pitch

Liked Really quiet, clean, well maintained site at the back of a pub. Only 10 minutes from the M1. Lovely food in the pub (pre-order). Very warm and friendly welcome by Sue and Ian. Great site for a stop over.

Disliked No showers on site but not a problem (very clean toilets open 24 hrs).

Recommend to friends Visit again

Will stay again when in the UK

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Megan O.

Electric hardstanding and grass pitch

Liked Great location, great pub and excellent meal

Recommend to friends Visit again

Had a lovely stay again at irondale, Sue is very friendly and…

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Jade M.

Electric hardstanding and grass pitch

Liked Had a lovely stay again at irondale, Sue is very friendly and welcoming, will definitely return

Recommend to friends Visit again

I can’t recommend this place highly enough

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Graeme H.

Electric hardstanding and grass pitch

Liked Everything about this place, friendly bar, quietness, convenient and just what we like.
Ken the Harris Hawk was an added bonus as were the two Dachshunds.

Disliked Nothing at all

Recommend to friends Visit again

Would recommend for a short stay.

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10 out of 10
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Anonymous

Electric hardstanding and grass pitch

Liked Quiet spot - small site so not lots of people everywhere and a nice quiet village.
Picnic table next to the pitch was great.
Great beer garden and pub serving decent beers.
Toilet facilities were good.
Another nice pub a short walk away.
Friendly hosts.

Disliked Nothing

Recommend to friends Visit again

Welcome text from Sue on the day of arrival re pitch allocation.…

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Anonymous

Electric hardstanding and grass pitch

Liked Welcome text from Sue on the day of arrival re pitch allocation.
Pitch size large gravel. Electric point and with drainage.
Drinking water available on site tap.
Very traditional style pub. Food needs to be ordered the day before arrival. Ordered a dominoes pizza which arrived quickly to the site.
Very clean facilities toilet and sink area.
Pub is dog friendly.
Would highly recommend this site.

Disliked Be aware no sign for campsite. Entrance is through the pub car park. At the rear.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Recommended for quick stop over

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7 out of 10
Location
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Accommodation
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Anonymous

Electric hardstanding and grass pitch

Liked Great pitches. Very clean and tidy and level. Super quiet as I was only one staying.
Staff at pub are all friendly although I didn’t eat so can’t comment on food.

Disliked Bit pricey at £30 with no shower or washing up facilities. You do have use of toilets in pub so ok for a quick stop over

Recommend to friends Visit again

Nice setting. Flat pitch. Clean toilets.…

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8 out of 10
Location
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Value for money
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Accommodation
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Facilities / Activities
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Customer service
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Child friendliness
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Wifi
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William F.

Electric hardstanding and grass pitch

Liked Nice setting. Flat pitch. Clean toilets.

Disliked No showers

Recommend to friends Visit again

Features

Dogs allowed

Adults only

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

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

Rules

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

Themes

Peaceful Walkers' paradise

Utilities

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

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby

Type

Pub campsite Tiny (1-10 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Fishing nearby Golf nearby

Touring and motorhomes

Drainage hook-up points for tourers

Location

Irondale Touring Caravans and Campsite

The Chequers Inn

14 Dale Road

Stanton by Dale

Derbyshire

England

DE7 4QF

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

52.93693°N
1.31105°W

Nearest transport

Coach
10.8 km Friar Lane
10.9 km Bus Station
10.9 km Bus Station
Rail
4.9 km Ilkeston Rail Station
6 km Long Eaton Rail Station
6.4 km Attenborough Rail Station
Airport
12.3 km East Midlands 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

Do a round of the greens at Erewash Valley Golf Club (20 minutes' walk), a well-kept local club with fab tree-lined fairways that's easily accessible on foot. Other outdoor pursuits around here include fishing, with the nearest angling spot about five minutes' drive away, and birdwatching – Attenborough Nature Centre (20 minutes) may be named after the nearby village rather than the TV presenter, but it's still a prime pick for a spot of ornithology. Nottingham city centre (20 minutes) is next up, for a castle, shopping centres and the interactive National Justice Museum. (Rather not drive around town? Pull up to one of the city's park and rides and take the tram instead.) On the outskirts of Nottingham is Wollaton Hall (20 minutes), an Elizabethan country house with a deer park and formal gardens. (Remember Batman's mansion in The Dark Knight Rises? Yep, that was filmed here.) Heading towards the Peak District National Park (from 45 minutes) is also on the cards, whether you opt for Derbyshire dalliances in the grounds of Chatsworth House (an hour) or old-time amusements and riverside walks in Matlock Bath (45 minutes).

Must see

Wollaton Hall and Park 6.8 km

Nottingham Castle 10.6 km

Castle Donington Museum 10.8 km

Royal Crown Derby Factory Shop 11 km

The Lace Market Centre 11.2 km

National Trust

Kedleston Hall 15.3 km

Calke Abbey 18.3 km

Staunton Harold Church 19.3 km

Hardwick Estate: Stainsby Mill 25.7 km

Hardwick Hall 25.7 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

LOCKO PARK 5.4 km

WOLLATON HALL 7 km

ELVASTON CASTLE 7.4 km

HIGHFIELDS PARK 7.9 km

CLIFTON HALL 8.5 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

Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable sites.

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Irondale Touring Caravans and Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Irondale Touring Caravans and Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Irondale Touring Caravans and Campsite? Do a round of the greens at Erewash Valley Golf Club (20 minutes' walk), a well-kept local club with fab tree-lined fairways that's easily accessible on foot. Other outdoor pursuits around here … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Irondale Touring Caravans and Campsite?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  2 p.m. –  8:30 p.m.
    Depart by:  noon
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Irondale Touring Caravans and Campsite? From €34.67 (for 1 night, 3 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.