The Priest House
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- Pop-up site 10 minutes’ drive from Donington Park for Download Fest
- Calke Abbey 15 minutes’ drive, and Alton Towers 55 minutes
- Restaurant and bar on site; swimming and fishing in the River Trent
Site type
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This campground/park has no on-site shower facilities.
Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
Languages spoken
Cantonese
Mandarin
English
French
British Sign Language (BSL)
Romanian
Pitch types & availability
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Reviews
100% would recommend this site to a friend
100% would stay here again
What customers say
A top spot for Download Festival-goers, this pop-up had peaceful riverside pitches. Staff were praised as friendly, loos clean, with good food and bar. Late festival breakfasts were a hit. Most loved it, though a few noted minor loo smells and few showers. A great choice for next time!
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Last updated 16/06/2026
Great site with pitches marked out.
Unpowered grass tent site
Liked Awesome pop up camping for download. Pretty quiet, everyone seemed to get back and sleep 🥰 Camping spaces were well marked out with a plot number given on arrival. Ground slightly uneven (it’s a field) but it was great for a few nights.
Breakfast was so welcome in the Priests House and a reasonable price with lovely staff. Had a drink lunch time before heading to the festival both days and made use of the lounge area.
Outside was beautiful, it’s on the river (with tables and chairs in an area next to it) and the remains of the old water mill still present.
Toilets were clean, even had a chat with the cleaner one morning as she was in there.
Will definately return, thank you for a great stay!
Disliked Nothing to dislike. It was a pop up camp site in a great location.
Recommend to friends Visit again
Every thing, fab staff and facilities,…
Unpowered grass tent site
Liked Every thing, fab staff and facilities, absolutely ideal for camping off site for download
Disliked Nothing
Recommend to friends Visit again
Great beautiful break 😍
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Anonymous Unpowered grass tent site
Liked Beautiful hotel and site with all the amenities you need. Very helpful staff and accommodating. Will be returning I'm the future 🙃🙂
Disliked Nothing
Recommend to friends Visit again
Would go again
Unpowered grass tent site
Liked The field was well maintained and good pitch size, staff in reception were very friendly and helpful.
Beautiful campsite and area, not too far from download festival so was perfect.
Disliked Toilets were clean but rather smelly
Recommend to friends Visit again
Brilliant option for those attending Download who want more peace
Unpowered grass tent site
Liked Space of pitch
Lovely surroundings
Clean toilets
Lovely bar and outside space to relax
Disliked Lack of showers
Recommend to friends Visit again
Beautiful spot; fantastic people!
Anonymous Unpowered grass tent site
Liked It was a last minute booking to attend Download Festival, and we absolutely loved it! A slice of peace and quiet away from the madness of the festival.
We had a meal in the hotel and as it was my husband’s 30th Birthday, the staff treated us like royalty and the food was wonderful!
Having the option to have breakfast at the hotel was fantastic and they clearly knew their audience - providing a buffet for the attendees of the festival at 10:30pm! We’ll be back next year! 🤘
Recommend to friends Visit again
Clean and level
Unpowered grass tent site
Liked Everything it's absolutely amazing there
Disliked Nothing maybe the receptionist was abit rude to me and then later my husband but the actual field was amazing
Recommend to friends Visit again
-Friendly staff (for the most part) -…
Anonymous Unpowered grass tent site
Liked -Friendly staff (for the most part)
- clean facilities
- Good number of breakfast options
Recommend to friends Visit again
Wonderful staff, very helpful. Great bar…
Anonymous Unpowered grass tent site
Liked Wonderful staff, very helpful. Great bar & bistro
Disliked Nothing
Recommend to friends Visit again
Features
No dogs allowed
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Pop-up campground
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
Baby-changing facilities 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 WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed No dogs allowed No pets allowedUtilities
Charging facilities Dump point Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearbyType
Medium (26-50 sites) Pop-up campgroundLocation
The Priest House
Kings Mills
Castle Donington
Leicestershire
England
DE74 2RR
Directions Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
52.84312°N
1.38124°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
Castle Donington Museum 2.9 km
Calke Abbey 7 km
Royal Crown Derby Factory Shop 9.8 km
Conkers Discovery Centre 15.9 km
National Forest 16.1 km
National Trust
Calke Abbey 7.5 km
Staunton Harold Church 7.9 km
Kedleston Hall 16.5 km
Sudbury Hall and the National Trust Museum of Childhood 26.4 km
The Old Manor 32.9 km
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Aston-on-Trent and Trent & Mersey Canal 1.8 km
MELBOURNE HALL 3.7 km
Melbourne Parks 3.7 km
SWARKSTONE OLD HALL 4.4 km
ELVASTON CASTLE 5.4 km
Local events
- Bloodstock Open Air (Thursday, 6 August 2026 – Thursday, 6 August 2026)
Swadlincote, England 24.4 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.
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Frequently asked questions
- Does The Priest House have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is The Priest House dog friendly? No View all features
- What attractions are near The Priest House? Local attractions and activities include: - Donington Park: 10 minutes’ drive - National Trust - Calke Abbey: 15 minutes - Anchor Church Caves: 20 minutes - Mount St Bernard Abbey: 20 minutes … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of The Priest House?
Read moreCamping and caravan Arrive: 3 p.m. – 11 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m.