Hankin Farm Campsite

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  • Basic family-friendly campsite in the Derbyshire Dales
  • Crich Tramway and Matlock Bath within 10 minutes' drive
  • Dog-friendly site with links to Midshires Way and Cromford Canal walks
Peaceful strolls, Peak District adventures and fab rural scenery are some of what makes Hankin Farm Campsite a peachy holiday base. And peachy it is indeed… this basic, family-friendly site in the Derbyshire Dales has splendid views over Crich Stand and the added bonus of being 10 minutes' drive from the edge of the Peak District National Park for those of you who are up for lots of outdoor exploration. This farm is between the villages of Alderwasley and Whatstandwell and 10 minutes' drive from Belper's numerous shops and other amenities, so coffee shops, pubs, takeaways and supermarkets are all well within reach. The nearest railway station is a mile away in Whatstandwell, making it possible to get to Hankin Farm Campsite without a car. Peaceful walks are part of the local area’s charm, including connections to the Midshires Way, the Cromford Canal and Shining Cliff Woods. That isn’t all though, as all sorts of kid-pleasing activities are very close at hand too, including Crich's well-known tramway museum, Matlock Bath's various amusements and theme parks like Gulliver's Kingdom. The roomy and dog-friendly pitches have access to separate male and female showers and toilets, plus a washing-up area. And as long as you use common sense and follow instructions from the site’s staff, barbecues and campfires are permitted on the pitches.

Site type

Tent sites 30
Caravan sites 30
Motorhome sites 30
Open now
Opens 17 April
Please note
  • Group bookings of 6 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
  • No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • Single-sex bookings of 6 or more people (couples and immediate family members excepted) are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.
  • The campground/park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dog Act (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).

Languages spoken

English

Open from Fri, 17 Apr to

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Reviews

9.3

Overall rating from 313 Pitchup.com customers

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Child friendliness
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Peaceful

97% would recommend this site to a friend

94% would stay here again

What customers say

A no-frills farm site with amazing views and a chill vibe. Guests rave about the helpful hosts, spotless loos/showers/dishwashing, and great value. While the sloped field is noted, it's manageable with rustic charm. Perfect for walks and exploring. Fire pits available.

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Lovely site. Basic but nice clean…

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Lee T. 3 reviews

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Liked Lovely site. Basic but nice clean toilets & showers. Plenty of space. Good views. Whatstandwell station a short walk away for a trip into Matlock Bath

Disliked Not an issue for me but on a slope if that’s an issue for you

Recommend to friends Visit again

A much recommended campsite.

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Sian G. 1 review

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Liked A fabulous campsite. Large space so never feel like your on top of other campers. Felt safe as a solo female camper. Clean toilets and electric showers available, as well as a washing up area. Really easy to find and a peaceful site. Horses and cows on the farm and beautiful views. Walked to Cromford along the canal, really good location. 2nd time I've visited and it wont be the last.

Disliked Upon arrival, noone was at the check in table but sign said to book in at the house. I went to the house and rang the bell but no answer, ended up calling the number on my booking. Not really a negative, but made me slightly uncomfortable waiting at the door.

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Great basic campsite.

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Helen T. 1 review

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Liked The beautiful view. Lots of horses and animals nearby to watch. Facilities were basic but clean and adequate. It was easy to find and convenient for visiting Matlock.

Disliked The whole field was very slopey.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Prachtige plek op het hoogste punt…

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Anonymous

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Liked Prachtige plek op het hoogste punt met prima sanitair. We werden gastvrij ontvangen.

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Great place to stay

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Jenine L. 2 reviews

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Liked Loverly place to stay very welcoming well run quiet on an evening.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Amazing views.

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Anonymous

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Liked Great views. Friendly staff

Disliked Basic facilities
Campsite on a sloping hill

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Amazing camping spot with a beautiful…

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Adelina C. 1 review

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Liked Amazing camping spot with a beautiful natural setting and very clean facilities. The atmosphere was peaceful and relaxing, perfect for a weekend getaway. The staff were friendly and helpful, and everything was well organized. We especially enjoyed the quiet surroundings, fresh air, and the great location close to nature. Definitely recommended for anyone looking for a comfortable and enjoyable camping experience!

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Lovely peaceful site beautiful view's and…

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Anonymous

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Liked Lovely peaceful site beautiful view's and quiet walk's for dog's owner's and their son where wonderful very helpful.
It's a very basic site shower 🚿 are lovely and hot at anytime of day.
Will go again.

Disliked Showers and toilets very clean but in need of a face lift and hand rail's put in showers as it can be a bit slippy

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Very relaxed site, great views, friendly…

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Simon B. 1 review

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Liked Very relaxed site, great views, friendly staff, basic toilets and showers, but clean and working well.

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Brilliant stay clean and quiet…

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Ian W. 1 review

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Liked Brilliant stay clean and quiet

Recommend to friends Visit again

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 site/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundry 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 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 Peaceful Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise

Utilities

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

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby

Type

Farm Medium (26-50 sites)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby

Location

Hankin Farm Campsite

New Road

Alderwasley

Belper

Derbyshire

England

DE56 2SQ

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

53.08443°N
1.51119°W

Nearest transport

Coach
5.2 km Fishpond Hotel
5.2 km Fishpond Hotel
6.8 km Railway Station
Rail
0.5 km Whatstandwell Rail Station
3.4 km Ambergate Rail Station
4.1 km Cromford Rail Station
Airport
31.1 km East Midlands Airport
35.7 km Sheffield City 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

Plot out the way to the Peak District… will it be fish and chips by the river in Matlock Bath (10 minutes' drive) or taking the cable car to the Heights of Abraham’s underground caverns (10 minutes) that gets your attention first? Gulliver's Kingdom (10 minutes) is just outside the town too for those of you with kids tagging along. Places that bring a little of history to your holiday are easy to find around here. There are period buildings and vintage trams ready for boarding at Crich Tramway (10 minutes), tours and walks around the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Cromford Mills (10 minutes) and the Nine Ladies (25 minutes) stone circle to see. Belper (10 minutes) is part of the Derwent Valley Mills World Heritage Site – so you'll be well-set to learn more about the Peak District's industrial heritage – and for other interesting little places, Wirksworth (10 minutes) has a lively marketplace, heritage centre and a museum with the bones of old villagers. For those of you with an artistic streak, Denby Pottery Village (15 minutes) runs pottery painting in its craft studio, or you could look inside the farm shop and factory shop to see what goodies are available to take home.

Must see

Arkwright's Cromford Mills 4.1 km

Sir Richard Arkwright's Masson Mills 4.7 km

Kedleston Hall 13.1 km

Haddon Hall 15.9 km

Hardwick Old Hall 16.4 km

National Trust

Winster Market House 10.7 km

Kedleston Hall 14.1 km

Hardwick Hall 16.4 km

Hardwick Estate: Stainsby Mill 16.4 km

The Old Manor 23.8 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

Lea Bridge - Whatstandwell - Alderwasley - Lea Bridge 2.3 km

Alport Heights - Kirk Ireton Circular 3.6 km

Derwent Valley Mills Buffer Zone 3.6 km

Cromford (Black Rocks) - Middleton Top - Kirk Ireton - Black Rocks 4 km

Wirksworth - Bolehill - Middleton Top - Wirksworth 4.1 km

Local events

  • Download Festival (Wednesday, 10 June 2026 – Wednesday, 10 June 2026)

    Derby, England 30 km

  • Bloodstock Open Air (Thursday, 6 August 2026 – Thursday, 6 August 2026)

    Swadlincote, England 40.8 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 Hankin Farm Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Hankin Farm Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Hankin Farm Campsite? Plot out the way to the Peak District… will it be fish and chips by the river in Matlock Bath (10 minutes' drive) or taking the cable car to the Heights of … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Hankin Farm Campsite?
    Camping and caravan
    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 Hankin Farm Campsite? From $45.11 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.