Hilly Springs
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- Quiet adults-only site with a lake three miles from the Peak District
- A 15-minute drive from Alton Towers; 20 minutes from Carsington Water
- Pubs and town centre close by
Campground type
This park has no on-site shower facilities.
- Guests under the age of 15 are not allowed on site.
- At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.
- The park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Breed-specific legislation (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
- Facilities/activities including fishing are subject to extra charges payable on arrival.
- Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.
- Single-sex bookings of 10 or more people (couples and immediate family members excepted) are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
- No bachelor/bachelorette parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- There is no reception building on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.
- Swimming in the lake is not allowed.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Wed, Apr 1 to
Reviews
91% would recommend this campground to a friend
91% would stay here again
What customers say
This peaceful, friendly campsite boasts a great location with spacious sites and clean facilities, including recycling. Visitors praise the welcoming owners and easy walking access to Ashbourne town, shops, and pubs. While some noted long grass and road noise, management has resolved these. It's a basic but well-kept site offering relaxing, good-value camping.
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Last updated 7/28/2026
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Absolutely fabulous camp site. The only…
Primitive grass tent or RV campsite
Liked Absolutely fabulous camp site. The only down side was the road noise from A515 (nowt they can do about that), but absolutely no fault with anything else .... Otherwise it would have been a 10/10 for me.
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Good location. Good value.…
Primitive grass tent or RV campsite
Liked Good location. Good value.
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Loved the space in the big…
Primitive grass tent or RV campsite
Liked Loved the space in the big field, the couple running the place were lovely. Really relaxing and peaceful.
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Great stay
Primitive grass tent or RV campsite
Liked Lovey clean toilets and bins, great location to get into town, 5 mins walk to nearest pub aldi and small shopping area. Walk into town around 20 mins.
Disliked The field we parked in was nearest to road so there was some road noise, there could be more signs to let people know there is a field higher up. Also we found it really difficult to find via sat nav.
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We love it. Quiet peaceful relaxing.…
Primitive grass tent or RV campsite
Liked We love it. Quiet peaceful relaxing. dogs allowed beautiful setting surrounded by trees and greenery fab owners who are so welcoming have become friends. Lovely 10/15 min walk into Ashbourne in meadowland at back of the range so not walking next to road. Spotless toilets lovely campers. Beautiful market town nice shops pubs cafes our perfect escape for the weekend. A proper little gem camp fire chilling
Non electric
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excellent site in Derbyshire. Would recommend and visit again
Primitive grass tent or RV campsite
Liked lovely spacious field with clean toilets. Friendly owners and very easy to get into Ashbourne and Pubs via the footpath
Disliked Not a dislike but the bins could do with lids in the hot weather as they were a bit smelly
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A wonderful ,peaceful site in a great location.
Primitive grass tent or RV campsite
Liked Peaceful,friendly and a great location.
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Great location, nice loos, peaceful, no…
Primitive grass tent or RV campsite
Liked Great location, nice loos, peaceful, no showers.
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Quiet atmosphere, plenty of space. Lovely…
Primitive grass tent or RV campsite
Liked Quiet atmosphere, plenty of space. Lovely spot
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Peace, quiet, 'nothing to do but…
Primitive grass tent or RV campsite
Liked Peace, quiet, 'nothing to do but nothing'
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Features
Pop-up campground
Dogs allowed
Adults only
Campfires allowed
Leisure on park
Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Playground Recreation room/arcade TV room Takeout Tennis WatersportsAmenities on park
Bath available Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Free wifi Grocery store Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundromat Parent & baby washroom Payphone Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Restrooms Shower available Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Adults only Barbecue grills allowed Barbecue provided Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Budget/backpacker Hikers’ paradise Lake and/or mountain Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Wild camping Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Dump station Electric car charging point(s) Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Public transportation nearbyType
Farm Pop-up campground Small (11-25 sites)Nearby leisure
Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Indoor pool nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearbyTouring and motorhomes
Seasonal sitesLocation
Hilly Springs
Lodge Farm Cottage
Clifton Road
Ashbourne
Derbyshire
England
DE6 2DH
Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
53.00787°N
1.74268°W
Route directions
Nearest transport
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
Must see
Alton Towers Resort 6.3 mi
Sudbury Hall 8.1 mi
Kedleston Hall 8.7 mi
Sir Richard Arkwright's Masson Mills 10.4 mi
Arkwright's Cromford Mills 10.5 mi
National Trust
The Old Manor 3.8 mi
Sudbury Hall and the National Trust Museum of Childhood 8.4 mi
Kedleston Hall 9.2 mi
Winster Market House 10.1 mi
Calke Abbey 18 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Ashbourne (Bellevue) - Hanging Bridge - Clifton - Wyaston - Osmaston - Ashbourne 0.8 mi
Ashbourne - Mapleton - Swinscoe - Mayfield - Ashbourne 0.8 mi
Osmaston - Shirley - Longford - Rodsley - Osmaston 2.1 mi
Thorpe - Fenny Bentley - Parwich - Tissington - Thorpe 3 mi
Dove Dale (Isaak Walton) - Ilam - Castern - Wetton - Stanshope - Hall Dale - Dove Dale 3.7 mi
Local events
- Bloodstock Open Air (Thursday, August 6, 2026 – Thursday, August 6, 2026)
Swadlincote, England 19 mi
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.
Want to know more about camping in Derbyshire?
- Family activities in the Peak District
- Peak District Area Guide
- The Best Hikes in the Peak District
- 8 Best Places To Visit In Derbyshire
- 6 Best Walks In Derbyshire
- 5 of the best Waterfalls In Derbyshire
- Central England Area Guide
- The Ultimate Central England Camping Guide
- Pitchup.com's camping guide
- Essential camping checklist
Frequently asked questions
- Does Hilly Springs have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Hilly Springs dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Hilly Springs? Attractions and activities nearby include: - Alton Towers (theme park): 15 minutes’ drive - Ilam Park Dovedale & the White Peak (country park and estate managed by The National Trust): 15 minutes … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Hilly Springs?
Read moreRV, travel trailer and tent sites Arrive: noon – 10:30 p.m. Depart by: 1 p.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Hilly Springs? From $24.02 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.



