The Bull i' th' Thorn
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- Family-friendly site close to top Peak District attractions
- A 20-minute drive from Buxton, Chatsworth House and Dovedale
- Directly opposite the Tissington Trail; close to foodie pubs and shops
Site type
30
30
Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.- Group bookings of 4 or more units (e.g. tent, touring caravan, motorhome or accommodation hire) travelling together are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
- No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- Units longer than 5.3m metres are not allowed.
- This is a quiet site: no music is allowed.
- Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
- Please note that only small campervans up to 5.3m x 2m are accepted.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Wed, 01 Apr to
Pitch types & availability
8 
Non-electric grass campervan or tent pitch
6 people maximum Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 12m width × 8m depth (96m²)
Arrival daysFrom £10 (£10)
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Electric grass campervan or tent pitch
6 people maximum Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 12m width × 8m depth (96m²)
Arrival daysFrom £25 (£25)
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Reviews
91% would recommend this site to a friend
89% would stay here again
What customers say
A well-kept, friendly spot in a prime Peak District location. Expect great views, roomy pitches, and clean facilities. Easy check-in and nearby pubs are a bonus, though some road noise and a need for more amenities at busy times were noted. Still a solid choice.
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Last updated 2026/06/23
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Great pitch size, clear signage, wifi…
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Anonymous Electric grass campervan or tent pitch
Liked Great pitch size, clear signage, wifi strenth was good. Water was hot when needed and good water pressure.
Disliked The family bathrooms arent suitable for family use, the small cubicle doesnt fit 2 people and if the door is kept open floods the floor and makes it dangerous as there isnt a mop or squeegee to mop this up, it was nearly impossible to wash my toddler. We then had issues with some teenagers on the site using the play area past 11pm for whatever they wanted, screaming, play fighting, etc. The smell of weed was coming from the area strongly also. This backed onto our pitch and woke our little one numerous times which meant us ourselves having to get up and go and ask them to be quiet and stop smoking, as we didnt know where to find staff. Then finding the next morning when i took my child to the play area that they had left some kind of tobacco and drug remenants there was just infuriating . This campsite needs some more supervision from staff, it was really disappointing as our first night was great, and i understand this isnt the campsites fault entirely but unfortunately we wouldnt return here due to these issues.
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Spacious pitches and a great view…
Electric grass campervan or tent pitch
Liked Spacious pitches and a great view
Disliked Facilities are basic with patchy hot water.
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Good facilities that were cleaned regularly.…
Non-electric grass campervan or tent pitch
Liked Good facilities that were cleaned regularly. Hot water for pot washing. Allocated pitches and planet of space.
Disliked Some road noise
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Liked that it was self check…
Electric grass campervan or tent pitch
Liked Liked that it was self check in, made the process of arriving much easier
Clean facilities
Good location, close to both Bakewell and Buxton
Disliked Pitches are quite close together, almost had guy ropes crossing over with the tent at the side of us
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Views…
Non-electric grass campervan or tent pitch
Liked Views
Disliked Toilets
Grass not cut
Small pitches
Poor lighting at night
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Good site, good base for hiking and seeing local area.
Non-electric grass campervan or tent pitch
Liked Quiet most of the time, plenty of room, clean facilities, easy access, good views. Well signed, great cafe on sight
Disliked Slight road noise could upset some. Needs a bit of a cosmetic upgrade, some toilets need upgrading and close off where the bins are, bit unsightly when going to use the toilets/ showers.
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Great value
Non-electric grass campervan or tent pitch
Liked Nice clean facilities, good location near local pub with great service.
It was a peaceful stay I would go back.
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Spacious pitches Quiet site Clean facilities Reasonable pricing…
Electric grass campervan or tent pitch
Liked Spacious pitches
Quiet site
Clean facilities
Reasonable pricing
Disliked We were on pitch 1 which is right next to the entrance so consistent traffic of arrivals/departures going past. Pitch was under trees which meant we got minimal sunshine and quite a bit of bird mess on our new tent. Previously stayed on pitch 10 which was lovely and secluded in the corner
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Lovely view (donkeys!) and good pitch…
Non-electric grass campervan or tent pitch
Liked Lovely view (donkeys!) and good pitch sizes, most look quite level. Nice to have a pub just a short walk away as well.
Disliked Would be good to have a few more facilities (toilets, shower and washing up areas)
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Good location
Non-electric grass campervan or tent pitch
Liked Everything was great. Nice campsite in a good location. We enjoyed our stay and would recommend it. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Disliked Nothing
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Features
Dogs 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 WatersportsAmenities on site
Bath available 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 WifiGroups welcome
D. of E. welcome Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Spectacular sceneryUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearbyType
Medium (26-50 pitches)Nearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Watersports nearbyLocation
The Bull i' th' Thorn
Ashbourne Road
Hurdlow
Derbyshire
England
SK17 9QQ
Directions Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
53,19589°N
1,80934°W
Nearest transport
Coach
Rail
Ferry
AirportPlease 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
Haddon Hall 9,9 km
Chatsworth 13 km
Sir Richard Arkwright's Masson Mills 18,9 km
Arkwright's Cromford Mills 19,5 km
Lyme Park & Gardens (NT) 22,7 km
National Trust
Winster Market House 12,8 km
Lyme Park 24 km
The Old Manor 24,3 km
Biddulph Grange Garden 24,7 km
Hare Hill 26,8 km
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Monyash - Flagg - Pomeroy - Earl Sterndale - Monyash 2,1 km
Monyash - Flagg - Taddington - Deep Dale - Monyash 2,1 km
Monyash - Flagg - Sheldon - Lathkill Dale - Monyash 2,8 km
Monyash - Conksbury - Bradford - Youlgreave - Monyash 2,9 km
Monyash - Sheldon - Deep Dale - Monyash 2,9 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.
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Frequently asked questions
- Does The Bull i' th' Thorn have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is The Bull i' th' Thorn dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near The Bull i' th' Thorn? This countrified site is close to beauty spots like Dovedale (20 minutes' drive), where you can stroll along the water's edge and picnic by the far-farmed stepping stones. For a more adventurous … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of The Bull i' th' Thorn?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: 2 p.m. – 8 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at The Bull i' th' Thorn? From R224,26 (for 1 night, 6 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.