Campgrounds for backpackers in Derby, England
9 bookable campgrounds within 15 miles of Derby
All distances are calculated "as the crow flies".
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Langley Wilding Campsite
Derby, Derbyshire, England- Eco-friendly site 15 minutes’ drive to the Peak District National Park
- Derwent Valley Mills and Carsington Water both 20 minutes’ drive
- Pitches in a wildflower meadow; dog-friendly walks from the site
Four Oaks Camp Site
Derby, Derbyshire, England- Lovely six-acre Derbyshire site in the village of Stenson
- A 20-minute drive from Derby and close to canal and river activities
- Pizza oven and barbecue area on site; local pub five minutes' walk
The Racecourse Retreat
Wirksworth, Derbyshire, England- Spacious, family‑run site set in scenic Derbyshire countryside
- Four miles from the Peak District; a 15-minute drive from Matlock
- Back to basics pitches with firepits; close to walks and bike routes
Hankin Farm Campsite
Belper, Derbyshire, England- 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
Camping at Manor Organic Farm
Loughborough, Leicestershire, England- Small, quiet Leicestershire site 15 minutes’ drive from Loughborough
- Donington Park Circuit 10 minutes’ drive; Twycross Zoo 25 minutes
- Dog-friendly pitches on a farm with a shop and canine-exercise area
Hilly Springs
Ashbourne, Derbyshire, England- 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
New House Organic Farm
Ashbourne, Derbyshire, England- Spacious pitches on a family-run organic farm in the Peak District
- Within 15 minutes' drive of Carsington Water, Ashbourne and Dovedale
- Sauna and farm produce for an additional fee; firepits provided
Ashbourne Heights Holiday Park
Ashbourne, Derbyshire, England- Family park three miles from the Peak District town of Ashbourne
- Seven and a half miles from Alton Towers
- Indoor pool, licensed shop and picnic area
The Victoria - Bikers Pub
Coalville, Leicestershire, England- Rock music pub near Coalville, with basic pitches for over-21s only
- Useful location for events at Donington Park and Mallory
- Regular live music events at the pub; bring your takeaway in
Masson Lees Quarry
Matlock, Derbyshire, England- Beautiful views with an onsite climbing crag and caving.
Wildwood Adventure Camps
Ambergate, Derbyshire, England- Wild camping in a 100-acre Derbyshire woodland
- A 20-minute drive from Matlock and Carsington Water
- Bushcraft class included; stag and hen parties are welcome
Redhill Marina
Ratcliffe-on-Soar, Nottinghamshire, England- Self-contained glamping pods floating on a canal off the River Soar
- A 25-minute drive from Nottingham and The National Water Sports Centre
- Units have beds, basic kitchenettes, bathrooms and a deck for fishing
Go Wild in Wirksworth
Matlock, Derbyshire, England- Wild camping site two miles from the market town of Wirksworth
- Exclusive use for a single group of up to 12 people
- Learn bushcraft and survival skills and build your own shelter
Broomhill Farm
Sudbury, Derbyshire, England- Peaceful family-run site on a working farm 20 minutes from Ashbourne
- Less than half an hour's drive from Alton Towers theme park
- Farm-reared beef and homemade cakes available on site
Whatton House
Loughborough, Leicestershire, England- Nearly-wild campsite on a private estate in Leicestershire
- Ten minutes’ drive to Download Festival at Donington Park
- Grass pitches with basic facilities; pubs and shops 25 minutes’ walk
Mount Cook Adventure Centre
Matlock, Derbyshire, England- Pop-up site with grass pitches a mile from Wirksworth
- A 25-minute drive to Chatsworth House; 35 minutes to Alton Towers
- In the grounds of an activity centre with zipwire and low ropes course
YHA National Forest
Swadlincote, Derbyshire, England- Family-sized bell tents five minutes' drive from Swadlincote
- Next door to an adventure park, with easy access to National Forest
- Restaurant on site for breakfast and supper, plus well-stocked bar
Sealwood Estate
Swadlincote, Derbyshire, England- Tranquil caravan, camping and motorhome site at the heart of the natio
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