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
Site type
30
30
30
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).- Group bookings of 6 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
- Single-sex bookings of 6 or more people (couples and immediate family members excepted) are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
- No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Fri, 17 Apr to
Reviews
97% would recommend this site to a friend
94% would stay here again
What customers say
A welcoming, family-run farm stay offering tranquil country views. Reviewers highlight the clean, simple amenities, including free hot showers and a handy washing-up spot. Plenty of space for pitching, though some mention a slope – bring levellers! Great value for exploring local walks and sights.
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Last updated 28/07/2026
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Noisy music blasting all night, not family friendly or peaceful.
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Liked Very clean facilities, beautiful countryside.
Disliked We chose this site as it advertised as quiet camping with no groups, but there were 2 large and extremely loud groups playing bassy amplified music until 3am Sunday morning, one of which were openly using drugs and were very rude when I asked them to turn the music off at 1am. Frankly a ridiculous experience that I have never had on any other campsite in my life. We had to sleep with earplugs in and could still hear the music. Not the romantic weekend we'd intended, If I wanted to attend a festival I'd have gone somewhere with a better DJ.
Sunday night was peaceful as the groups had left, but we won't be staying here again as it seems this could easily happen and the elderly couple who own the site aren't capable of policing it. A shame really as the area is beautiful and there is a lot of historical interest especially if you're into canals, railways or steam power.
Campsite is quite sloping, obviously this isn't a fixable issue but if you're bothered about not waking up at the bottom of your tent this isn't the spot for you, the flat bits are taken up by permanent caravans.
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From the manager: I'm sorry that you had that experience on our campsite.
Noisy groups on our site are very uncommon which is reflected in our other reviews but unfortunately on this occasion they slipped through the net and started misbehaving after midnight when we were in bed.
The group in question have been banned and won't be coming back.
Our policy is no groups of more than 6 adults, but we are considering lowering this for future bookings.
Value for money. Surrounded by countryside.…
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Liked Value for money. Surrounded by countryside.
Disliked Site was on a slope, very basic facilities.
Groups of boys shouting, drinking and playing loud music.
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Beautiful valley views…
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Anonymous Unpowered grass site
Liked Beautiful valley views
Disliked A large party not obeying the campsite rules loud music until the early hours of the morning
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Lovely campsite
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Liked Everything about this campsite, the views were breathtaking, the owners we're friendly and welcoming. It's a short walk to Whatstandwell train station and the canal, which was a lovely walk. (Though the walk along the rd to the train station has no pavements.)
Disliked Nothing
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We will definitely be back, it's one of the nicest places we've been
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Liked The owners were lovely and very helpful. There was plenty of space for our pitch, and the site was quiet at night.
The showers and washing up areas were all clean and well maintained
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The beautiful valley…
Anonymous Unpowered grass site
Liked The beautiful valley
Disliked Our recent stay was this weekend 1st of August and rules about late night noise were not followed, a large party in the middle of the field playing loud music until the early hours of the morning. We were sleeping in a tent and the noise was unbelievable
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Amazing value, clean and well maintained…
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Liked Amazing value, clean and well maintained facilities & the owners were friendly & helpful. I’ll definitely be going there again.
Disliked Nothing
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Lovely quiet camp site
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Liked Great quiet spot with amazing views! The toilet and shower block were immaculate and cleaned/refreshed throughout the day, as was the pot wash area.
Owners were friendly and helpful, pointing out the flattest area of the field as we were in a roof tent.
Disliked Nothing
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very good everything great…
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Liked very good everything great
Disliked nothing
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Toilets very clean, plenty of toilet…
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Liked Toilets very clean, plenty of toilet paper, field is nice size was quite busy when me and my partner stayed, showers where okay, no shower curtain and it does get really wet in there, woman we met on arrival was lovely
Disliked Nothing about the campsite itself just that it was quite busy and there was a lot of feral kids running about even past 10pm and when the torches came out was shining it on people's camps
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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 WatersportsAmenities 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 WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Budget/backpacker Peaceful Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradiseUtilities
Charging facilities Dump point Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearbyType
Farm Medium (26-50 sites)Nearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearbyLocation
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
Rail
Ferry
AirportPlease 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
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
- 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?
Read moreCamping and caravan Arrive: 1:30 p.m. – 8 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Hankin Farm Campsite? From $45.82 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.