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Camping and touring Arrive: 1 p.m. – 9 p.m. Depart by: 11:30 a.m. Read more

Oldhams Wood

10 12 reviews

Main area with facilities unit tucked in the bushes

Woodland area away from tents with a rope swing

Small dog-friendly site in a two-acre woodland and field
In the Peak District National Park, 15 minutes’ drive from Bakewell
Firepits are permitted; the Tissington Trail is 20 minutes’ walk away

The Peak District National Park is dreamy in itself, and even dreamier is staying on a small dog-friendly site set in a two-acre woodland and field with discrete lighting around the facilities only and glades in and on the edge of the woods. Oldhams Wood in Derbyshire is a proper refuge; the pitches are out of sight of each other, so it’s very quiet and private. Well-suited to families or small groups (or full site bookings, which are also welcome and have the advantage of choosing where to set up within their booked zones), this site is kitted out with a toilet and washing-up area with hot and cold water. Firepits are available, so you’ll have an atmospheric setting to recount the day’s tales. What might these be? Perhaps you spent the day cycling for 13 miles down the Tissington Trail, which is 20 minutes’ walk away, or consuming ample Bakewell tarts in Bakewell, 15 minutes’ drive away. There are many more characterful Peak District spots within driving distance, of course. However, if it’s some tasty sustenance you’re looking for first, there are pubs within five minutes’ drive of the site and shops within 10 minutes’ drive of the site. Parking is provided 200 metres away, but vehicle access is possible across a field (except in poor weather and this is for set-up only to avoid any damage to the grassy access track).

Site type

Languages spoken

English

Nearby sites that are bookable on Pitchup.com

Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable sites.

Features

Pop-up campground

Dogs allowed

Campfires allowed

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 Watersports

Amenities on site

Bath available Car parking by pitch/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

D. of E. welcome Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Rallies welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

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

Camping 2.0

Jumbo tent pitches

Themes

Forest Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wild camping Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby

Type

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

Accessibility

Disabled facilities

Nearby leisure

Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Mountain biking nearby

Location

Oldhams Wood

Upper Oldhams Farm

Long Rake

Bakewell

Derbyshire

England

DE45 1JS

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London GMT (GMT+00:00)

GPS

53.17074°N
-1.76642°W

Route directions

The postcode is shared by several farms over two miles apart so it should be used with caution. Most satnavs will take you to a farm called Cale's, which is on the opposite side of the road approximately half a mile east of the site’s driveway.

Nearest transport

Coach

7.7 km Buxton Road

7.7 km Matlock Street

13.7 km Market Place

Rail

14 km Buxton Rail Station

14.3 km Matlock Rail Station

15 km Matlock Bath Rail Station

Ferry

Airport

35.8 km Sheffield City Airport

39.7 km Manchester Airport Terminal 3

39.9 km Manchester 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: - High Peak Trail (cycling): around five minutes’ drive - Bakewell (picturesque town with access to the Monsal Trail and the home of Bakewell tarts): 15 minutes - Buxton (thermal spa town): 20 minutes - Ashbourne (historic market town): 20 minutes - Haddon Hall (stately home): 20 minutes - Matlock (former spa town): 25 minutes - Chatsworth House (1600s mansion): 25 minutes - Staffordshire Moorlands District (walking and cycling): half an hour - Carsington Water (watersports): half an hour - Alton Towers (theme park): 35 minutes.

Must see

Haddon Hall 7.6 km

Chatsworth 11.2 km

Sir Richard Arkwright's Masson Mills 15 km

Arkwright's Cromford Mills 15.7 km

Alton Towers Resort 21.9 km

National Trust

Winster Market House 9 km

The Old Manor 21.8 km

Biddulph Grange Garden 26.8 km

Lyme Park 28 km

Kedleston Hall 28.2 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

Parsley Hay - Tissington - Fenny Bentley - Ashbourne 1.1 km

Parsley Hay - Pilsbury - Sheen - Hartington - Parsley Hay 1.2 km

Monyash - Sheldon - Deep Dale - Monyash 2.7 km

Monyash - Flagg - Sheldon - Lathkill Dale - Monyash 2.7 km

Monyash - Conksbury - Bradford - Youlgreave - Monyash 2.7 km

Local events

Parklife Festival (Saturday, 14 June 2025 – Saturday, 14 June 2025)
Manchester, England 43.3 km
Download Festival (Friday, 13 June 2025 – Friday, 13 June 2025)
Derby, England 46.3 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.

Payment terms

Offers

Conditions apply - see pitch type section for details

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Only showing reviews for the last 30 months.

Gave up on our rubbish bbq, lovely campfire instead

Sunset from the wooded area next to pitch

If 'Wild Camping' is your thing, this is as close as it gets!

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	10

martina G. Aug 2023

Non-electric grass tent pitch (large, woodland)

Liked: The peacefulness, so good for the soul!
First 'family' holiday, eldest 79, youngest 10, party of 8 and a dog. Never laughed as much in a long time!!
Steve is a fantastic host, nothing is too much trouble!
Not my first time here, but the extended family wanted to experience Oldham's Wood as I have been banging on about how great it was the first time.
Can't wait till my next visit!

Recommend to friends Visit again

Very open but still really private. Host very friendly!…

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	8
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	6
Wifi	No rating

Anonymous Aug 2023

Electric optional grass tent pitch

Liked: Very open but still really private. Host very friendly!

Recommend to friends Visit again

Lots of privacy, lovely spot and able to use fire pits/bbqs. Thanks…

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	8
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	8

Amy H. Aug 2023

Electric optional grass tent pitch

Liked: Lots of privacy, lovely spot and able to use fire pits/bbqs. Thanks for a lovely stay!

Recommend to friends Visit again

Clean/Tidy Site & very Friendly People.…

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	No rating

Steven M. Aug 2023

Non-electric grass tent pitch (woodland, small)

Liked: Clean/Tidy Site & very Friendly People.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Beautiful, almost wild camping (with plumbing)

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	8
Facilities / Activities	4
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	2
Cleanliness	6
Wifi	No rating

Katherine T. Jul 2023

Non-electric grass tent pitch (large, woodland)

Liked: Very tiny, quiet site. We stayed on one the woodland pitches, with beautiful views and no other pitches in sight. The site is very quiet & next to a historic stone circle site. The owner is very friendly and helpful. The site allows fires and supplies firewood, and we had fantastic campfires each evening. The facilities are very basic, but there is plenty of hot water

Disliked: The torrential rain on our second night... not the fault of the site

Recommend to friends Visit again

Amazing time and I’m thinking of booking here for next year

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	6
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	2

Charley L. Jul 2023

Electric optional grass tent pitch

Liked: Absolutely amazing week the owner was extremely helpful and even let us tumble dry our duvet after our tent leaked

Disliked: Would have loved a shower but was fine without owner was very informative about where we could go within the local area to have a shower

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great campsite, private pitch, great view and friendly owner.…

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	10

James M. Jul 2023

Electric optional grass tent pitch

Liked: Great campsite, private pitch, great view and friendly owner.

Recommend to friends Visit again

A wonderful stay

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	6

Mark H. Jul 2023

Electric optional grass tent pitch

Liked: Secluded, private, well maintained and a pleasure to camp at. Steve, the host, was very helpful and welcoming. Couldn’t fault a thing

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great campsite, pitch was quite with good facilities…

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	10

Anonymous Jul 2023

Non-electric grass tent pitch (woodland, small)

Liked: Great campsite, pitch was quite with good facilities

Recommend to friends Visit again

Electric Tent Pitch, super private space and plenty of room, firewood available,…

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	6
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	2

Alan K. Jul 2023

Electric optional grass tent pitch

Liked: Electric Tent Pitch, super private space and plenty of room, firewood available, quiet and peaceful, owner really friendly and accommodating. Toilet and washing up area are basic and no showers available - this is clearly stated though so no surprises, perfect for a night away

Recommend to friends Visit again

Frequently asked questions

Does Oldhams Wood have a swimming pool? No View all features
Is Oldhams Wood dog friendly? Yes View all features
What attractions are near Oldhams Wood? Attractions and activities nearby include: - High Peak Trail (cycling): around five minutes’ drive - Bakewell (picturesque town with access to the Monsal Trail and the home of Bakewell tarts): 15 minutes … Read more
When can I check in and check out of Oldhams Wood?

Camping and touring

Arrive: 1 p.m. – 9 p.m.

Depart by: 11:30 a.m.

Read more