Ilex Farm Camping

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Motorhome pitches
New
Tent pitch
Spacious pitches
Grass pitches

  • Peaceful Derbyshire site a mile and a half from Clay Cross
  • Peak District National Park 15 minutes' drive; 25 mins to Chatsworth
  • Spacious dog-friendly pitches with lovely views; pub under a mile away
Prefer peace, space and scenery over lively places with loads of facilities? You'll be among like-minded folk when you stay at Ilex Farm Camping – not that many of them though, because this Derbyshire site always keeps guest numbers on the lower side to ensure everyone has a nice restful break with plenty of space to relax. These simple but spacious tree-lined grass pitches are spread across three level terraces, giving all of them privacy, shade and great views across the valley. There are plenty of easy and interesting walks to follow from the farm (with your dog by your side if you like), along with some longer cycling routes. Handily, the nearest pub is just under a mile away for a good meal or a refreshing pint at the end of your walk or ride. If you fancy more walks or bike rides, it's useful to know that the Peak District National Park is about 15 minutes' drive away. Golf, swimming, tennis and sailing are all nearby too for a change of activity, and you'll be well placed for outings to attractions like Chatsworth House, Hardwick Hall and the Heights of Abraham. The site is close to a bus route with services to Chesterfield and Matlock, also passing through nearby Clay Cross (five minutes' drive), which has a decent selection of pubs, cafés, takeaways and supermarkets. Simple facilities on site include ice pack freezing, toilets, showers and a chemical disposal point.

Campground type

Tent sites 9
Camper sites 3
RV sites 3
Open now
Opens June 20
Please note
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • 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).
  • Group bookings of 4 or more units (e.g. tent, caravan, RV or accommodation hire) traveling together are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • Group bookings of 4 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
  • Single-sex bookings of 4 or more people (couples and immediate family members excepted) are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • No bachelor/bachelorette parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • Bookings must not be for more than 28 consecutive nights.
  • Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.
  • A cable measuring at least 60 metres is needed for the electric hook-ups.
  • Minimum spacing of 6 metres between pitches.
  • Guests are advised to bring a good quality flashlight with them as parts of the park are unlit.
  • Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
  • There are no garbage cans onsite: all garbage will need to be taken home with you.
  • If reception is closed on arrival: please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.
  • Fires, barbecues and/or firepits will not be permitted in dry, windy and/or hot weather conditions.
  • The charging of electric vehicles is not permitted on site.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Fri, Jun 20 to

Campsite types & availability

Reviews

100% would recommend this campground to a friend

100% would stay here again

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Arrival date (latest first)

One night stay with my friend, would go back.

Overall 10/10

Location
10
Value for money
10
Accommodation
10
Facilities / Activities
10
Customer service
10
Child friendliness
10
Cleanliness
10
Wifi
10
stacey w. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Power optional grass RV campsite

Liked Spotless toilets and showers
Cheap ehu costs - you do not need 60m cables as pitch up suggests
Lovely welcome by owner
Nice short cut grass not too long

Disliked Only three toilets (2 with showers) so might be limited in busy periods

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great little campsite! Excellent facilities and with the tiered pitches you feel…

Overall 8/10

Location
7
Value for money
10
Accommodation
9
Facilities / Activities
7
Customer service
8
Child friendliness
No rating
Cleanliness
8
Wifi
No rating
Heidi N. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Power optional grass tent campsite

Liked Great little campsite! Excellent facilities and with the tiered pitches you feel a lot more remote without being surrounded by other tents.

Recommend to friends Visit again


Features

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 Watersports

Amenities 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 Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Rallies welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue grills allowed Barbecue provided Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Peaceful

Utilities

Charging facilities Dump station Electric car charging point(s) Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby

Type

Farm Pop-up campground Tiny (1-10 sites)

Nearby leisure

Climbing nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horseback riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Restaurant nearby Tennis nearby

Location

Ilex Farm Camping

Ilex Farm

Handley

Clay Cross

Chesterfield

Derbyshire

England

S45 9AT

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

53.15362°N
1.43827°W

Route directions

As the road starts to steepen, look for a stone farmhouse with tarmac drive and wooden gate on the right, signposted as Ilex Farm Camping. Do not believe sat nav telling you the site is on the left. Any problems please call for directions.

Nearest transport

Bus
5.1 mi Railway Station
5.6 mi Coach Station
5.7 mi Fishpond Hotel
Rail
4.7 mi Alfreton Rail Station
5.1 mi Matlock Rail Station
5.4 mi Matlock Bath Rail Station
Airport
16.9 mi Sheffield City Airport
23 mi East Midlands Airport
28.7 mi Robin Hood Doncaster Sheffield 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

Attractions and activities nearby include: - Ogston Reservoir (sailing): five minutes' drive - Clay Cross Active leisure centre (swimming and tennis): five minutes - Hardwick Hall: 15 minutes - Heights of Abraham: 20 minutes - Haddon Hall: 20 minutes - Bolsover Castle: 20 minutes - Chatsworth House: 25 minutes - Bakewell: 25 minutes - Alton Towers: 55 minutes.

Must see

Hardwick Old Hall 5.5 mi

Arkwright's Cromford Mills 5.7 mi

Hardwick Hall 5.9 mi

Sir Richard Arkwright's Masson Mills 5.9 mi

Bolsover Castle 8 mi

National Trust

Hardwick Estate: Stainsby Mill 5.5 mi

Hardwick Hall 5.5 mi

Winster Market House 8.5 mi

Kedleston Hall 14.1 mi

Clumber Park 17.3 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

Woolley Moor - Handley - Ashover - Ravensnest - Woolley 0.6 mi

Woolley Moor (Ogston Reservoir) - Brackenfield - Mathersgrave - Ogston Reservoir 0.6 mi

Woolley - Highoredish - Ashover - Ashoverhay - Woolley 1 mi

Highoredish - Ravensnest - Ashover - Ashoverhay Loop 2.1 mi

Eddlestow - Uppertown - Spitewinter - Kelstedge 3.4 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.

Offers

Conditions apply - see campsite type section for details

Nearest campgrounds

Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable campgrounds.

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Ilex Farm Camping have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Ilex Farm Camping dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Ilex Farm Camping? Attractions and activities nearby include: - Ogston Reservoir (sailing): five minutes' drive - Clay Cross Active leisure centre (swimming and tennis): five minutes - Hardwick Hall: 15 minutes - Heights of Abraham: … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Ilex Farm Camping?
    RV, travel trailer and tent sites
    Arrive:  9:30 a.m. –  7:30 p.m.
    Depart by:  12:30 p.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Ilex Farm Camping? From $30.04 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.