Go Wild in Wirksworth

Hazel and Elm trees in the bluebell hollow
Hazel and elm trees in the bluebell hollow
Some of the site's sheep and lambs
Rope swing
Alder, hawthorn and elder by the stream
Woodpile in the bluebell hollow
The track up to the top field
Camping field surrounded by trees
Creating a shelter next to the stream
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  • 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
Go Wild in Wirksworth is a beautiful secluded woodland site two miles from the market town of Wirksworth. very close to the Peak District National Park. The site takes only one group booking at a time – a maximum of 12 people can join together for a wild camping adventure. Just you, your friends and family The camping field is surrounded by trees with wonderful views and not a house in site. There's a stream to play in, rope swings and a wood to wander in. Site owner Row is a Forest School leader and can be booked for Bushcraft and survival skills sessions. For folks who enjoy fine food you can try your hand at 'Cordon Bleau campfire cooking!' If that was not enough there's Boot Camp, Jungle Gym and even 'I'm not a Celebrity get me out of here You can build dens and bivouacs and spend the night in your own shelter then cook on an open fire. A three hour session costs £90 including firewood. Even though this is a wild site there' s a flushing toilet and hot showers heated by a woodburning stove. You can walk into Wirksworth across fields, or there's a regular bus service passing the site. There are three excellent country pubs within five miles and a craft ale house and microbrewery in the town itself. The site must be left tidy, litter free with all rubbish in the appropriate bins.

Campground type

Tent sites 5
Open all year
Opens

Languages spoken

English

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Features

No dogs allowed

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 Watersports

Amenities on park

Bath available Car parking by site/unit 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 Tents for hire Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

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

Rules

Barbecue grills allowed Barbecue provided Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed No dogs allowed

Themes

Budget/backpacker Forest Gastronomic delight Hikers’ paradise Leave the car at home Peaceful Remote location Wild camping Wildlife haven

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 Public transportation nearby

Type

Tiny (1-10 sites)

Accessibility

Disabled facilities

Nearby leisure

Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Tennis nearby

Location

Go Wild in Wirksworth

Beighton Lane

Wirksworth

Matlock

Derbyshire

England

DE4 4AJ

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London GMT (GMT+00:00)

GPS

53.06109°N
-1.56664°W

Nearest transport

Bus
4 mi Fishpond Hotel
4 mi Fishpond Hotel
4.4 mi Bus Garage
Rail
3 mi Whatstandwell Rail Station
3.6 mi Ambergate Rail Station
3.7 mi Cromford Rail Station
Airport
19 mi East Midlands Airport
24.4 mi Sheffield City 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: – Ecclesbourne Valley Railway: 2 miles – The Face indoor climbing wall: 2 miles – Peak District National Park: 4 miles – Carsington Water Visitor Centre: 4 miles – Gulliver's Kingdom theme park: 5 miles – Matlock Bath Aquarium: 5 miles – Heights of Abraham cable car, hilltop park and underground caverns: 5 miles – Crich Tramway Village: 6 miles – Kedleston Hall National Trust property: 10 miles.

Must see

Arkwright's Cromford Mills 3.4 mi

Sir Richard Arkwright's Masson Mills 3.6 mi

Kedleston Hall 6.5 mi

Haddon Hall 10.1 mi

Royal Crown Derby Factory Shop 11 mi

National Trust

Winster Market House 6.3 mi

Kedleston Hall 7.2 mi

The Old Manor 12 mi

Hardwick Estate: Stainsby Mill 13 mi

Hardwick Hall 13 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

Alport Heights - Kirk Ireton Circular 0.8 mi

Wirksworth - Bolehill - Middleton Top - Wirksworth 1.5 mi

Cromford (Black Rocks) - Middleton Top - Kirk Ireton - Black Rocks 2.6 mi

Derwent Valley Mills Buffer Zone 2.7 mi

Carsington - Griffe Grange - Ible - Bonsall - Middleton by Wirksworth - Hopton - Carsington 2.7 mi

Local events

  • Download Festival (Friday, June 13, 2025 – Friday, June 13, 2025)

    Derby, England 18 mi

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Go Wild in Wirksworth have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Go Wild in Wirksworth dog friendly? No View all features
  • What attractions are near Go Wild in Wirksworth? Attractions and activities nearby include: – Ecclesbourne Valley Railway: 2 miles – The Face indoor climbing wall: 2 miles – Peak District National Park: 4 miles – Carsington Water Visitor Centre: 4 … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Go Wild in Wirksworth?
    RV, travel trailer and tent sites
    Arrive:  10 a.m. –  Anytime
    Depart by:  Anytime
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