Hill Wood View

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Tent pitches with woodland views
Tent pitches with woodland views
Blue skies over derbyshire
Around the site
Grass pitches
Gorgeous walks nearby
Hill wood view
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Blue skies over derbyshire
Around the site
Grass pitches

  • Simple Derbyshire campsite with spectacular Peak District views
  • Chatsworth House and Heights of Abraham 15 minutes’ drive
  • Dog-friendly grass pitches; walks from site; pubs five minutes’ drive
When you book a stay at Hill Wood View, that’s exactly what you get… stunning rural views over the hills and woods of the Derbyshire Dales. It’s time to pack your gear and embark on a peaceful back-to-basics camping trip to a family farm 15 minutes’ drive from Matlock and on the very edge of the Peak District National Park. This is just the spot for introducing the family to the idea of pared-back camping with just a tent and not a huge amount of facilities on site. Sheltered by tall trees, the grass pitches are supplied with running water (drinking water is also available on site) and portable toilets are on hand. However, please note there’s no electricity at all on site, so you’ll have to pack torches and batteries for navigating your way around after dark. Bring barbecues too for alfresco feasts (grab supplies in Matlock supermarkets), or forget the self-catering malarkey altogether and head for the pubs of Darley Dale (five minutes, or 20 minutes’ walk if you want to make a night of it). Hill Wood View is also a springboard for family-friendly days out at local theme parks, stately homes and caves. And sporty types, don’t forget all those cycling and hiking trails just waiting for you – and of course, any dogs who might be accompanying you – in the national park.

Site type

Tent sites 20
Open now
Opens 19 June

Tourist board rating

Please note
  • This campground/park has no on-site shower facilities.
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • The campground/park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro) and/or any of the following: Staffordshire bull terrier, American Staffordshire terrier, Rottweiler, any Mastiff or Tosa.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Fri, 19 Jun to

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9.4

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Peaceful

89% would recommend this site to a friend

91% would stay here again

What customers say

A peaceful, basic spot with attentive, friendly owners. Enjoy nature and walks! Facilities are clean but simple. Site's sloped, so levelling can be tricky. Overall, a good stay.

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 howard l. 1 review

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Liked Just stayed with my wife and two gran kids lovely site I seen in a other review about the factory its about a mile down the road and you can't see it from site so doesn't effect the tranquility of the site beautiful and quiet well it was till my gran kids turned up!! . They loved it! big field where the kids can play and are safe surrounded by mature trees. Yes its basic but what do you need its clean and today and we were greated by the owners who let us pitch were we wanted. Owners lovely in a great location with two pubs down the road and a co-op.please give it a go. Great walks around the area and 10 mins from bakewell and 5 mins to matlock will definitely be staying again Highy recommended.

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From the manager: Hi thanks for staying with us would look forward to seeing you again
Thanks for the review x

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Andrew B. 2 reviews

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Liked Lovely, peaceful, simple quiet, rural. We had a lovely stay and visited the nearby Flying Childers pub.

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From the manager: Hi glad you both enjoyed your stay , yes the flying Childers is a lovely pub, it was lovely to meet you both

Dusappointing place to stay when in such beautiful area all around

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Anonymous

Unpowered grass tent or trailer tent site

Liked Very disappointed

Disliked Next to a huge battery recycling factory with noise and sir pollution
Party happening somewhere up the road so loud music all night
Maybe one off but disturbing
And no shower which we knew but still a disadvantage and portable chemical toilets just not very nice
Not even nice hill view
Just a field surrounded by trees

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Simple clean space to camp for…

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Shaun K. 1 review

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Liked Simple clean space to camp for the night.

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From the manager: Hi so glad you both enjoyed your stay hope to see you next year

Lovely welcoming people

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MARK C. 2 reviews

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Liked Lovely quiet location

Disliked Nothing to dislike

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From the manager: Thank you so much for stay with us it was lovely to meet you both glad you enjoyed your stay x

Very quiet site, small and basic…

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Mick T. 2 reviews

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Liked Very quiet site, small and basic facilities, and very reasonable price. Perfect location for numerous walks. Close to Matlock

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From the manager: Hi Mike so glad you and your daughter enjoyed your stay

Lovely place had a great weekend…

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Josh C. 1 review

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Liked Lovely place had a great weekend

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Had a lovely relaxing stay.

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Wendy M. 2 reviews

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Liked Back to basics.
Quite just as described.
Stayed for 1 night and perfectly suited our needs.
Clean and tidy.

Disliked As stated in description no shower and portable toilets.
Not a dislike as I was aware.

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From the manager: Hi so glad you enjoyed your stay x

Great little no frills campsite. Sound owners.

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jamie b. 5 reviews

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Liked Everything

Disliked Nothing

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From the manager: Hi Jamie sorry we missed you, so glad you and your family enjoyed your stay

Stunning view and a great walk…

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Dave B. 1 review

Unpowered grass tent or trailer tent site

Liked Stunning view and a great walk up into the woods. Greeted on arrival by very friendly owners.
Great little site if you like the outdoor life.

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Features

Portable toilet

Pop-up campground

Dogs 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 Wild swimming

Amenities on site

Bath available 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

Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wild camping Wildlife haven

Utilities

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

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby

Type

Pop-up campground Small (11-25 sites)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycling nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Watersports nearby

Location

Hill Wood View

Oldfield Lane

Warren Carr

Matlock

Derbyshire

England

DE4 2LN

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

53.15922°N
1.61464°W

Nearest transport

Coach
4.5 km Railway Station
5.6 km Fishpond Hotel
5.7 km Fishpond Hotel
Rail
4.4 km Matlock Rail Station
5.6 km Matlock Bath Rail Station
6.8 km Cromford Rail Station
Airport
30.5 km Sheffield City Airport
41.6 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

Some easy-peasy family strolls include the ramble up to Nine Ladies Stone Circle (20 minutes’ walk) to spy the Bronze Age formations, or a potter around the manicured grounds at Chatsworth House (15 minutes’ drive). If you can persuade the kids, you could also tour the sumptuous house filled with priceless antique treasures, and reward them with a visit to the petting farm and adventure playground afterwards. Days out with younger kids might encompass pony rides and lamb feeding (in spring) at Matlock Farm Park (10 minutes), or a watery ride on the log flumes at Gulliver’s Kingdom. Major pulls for older offspring include cable-car journeys up to the woodland trails and illuminated caves at the Heights of Abraham (both 15 minutes), or perhaps a day on the adrenaline rides at Alton Towers (45 minutes). Rainy day? Keep everyone busy with a visit to the swimming pool and soft-play centre at Arc Leisure Matlock (10 minutes), see a film in Chesterfield (25 minutes) or go deep underground on a guided tour of the mining tunnels leading to the Waterfall Cavern at the Blue John Cavern (40 minutes).

Must see

Haddon Hall 5.1 km

Sir Richard Arkwright's Masson Mills 6.2 km

Chatsworth 6.6 km

Arkwright's Cromford Mills 6.8 km

Hardwick Old Hall 20.4 km

National Trust

Winster Market House 2.7 km

Hardwick Hall 20.4 km

Hardwick Estate: Stainsby Mill 20.4 km

Kedleston Hall 22.9 km

The Old Manor 24.4 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

Darley Dale - Oker - Jughole Wood - Bonsall - Wensley - Darley Dale 1.1 km

South Darley Parish Walk 1.3 km

WHITWORTH INSTITUTE 1.6 km

Winster - Robin Hood's Stride - Youlgreave - Elton 2.4 km

Winster - Ible - Brassington - Aldwark - Winster 3 km

Local events

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

    Swadlincote, England 47.5 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.

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Hill Wood View have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Hill Wood View dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Hill Wood View? Some easy-peasy family strolls include the ramble up to Nine Ladies Stone Circle (20 minutes’ walk) to spy the Bronze Age formations, or a potter around the manicured grounds at Chatsworth House … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Hill Wood View?
    Camping and caravan
    Arrive:  10 a.m. –  8:30 p.m.
    Depart by:  10 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Hill Wood View? From $45.82 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.