Rowter Farm Campsite
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- Dog-friendly site at the top of Winnats Pass in the Peak District
- 35 minutes’ drive from Chatsworth House; walk to Mam Tor and caves
- Farmhouse sells essentials; off-ground firepits and barbecues allowed
Site type
50
50
50
No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.- A charge of £1.00 applies for the use of the shower.
- At least one of the party members must be aged 16 or over.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Thu, 1 May to
8.5/10
Reviews
89% would recommend this site to a friend
87% would stay here again
What customers say
This campsite offers a beautiful, peaceful location perfect for walkers and outdoor enthusiasts, with stunning views and direct access to numerous trails, including Mam Tor. Guests frequently praise the friendly staff, clean basic facilities, and the relaxed atmosphere. While some note the site can be busy, especially on weekends, leading to potential noise or queues for limited facilities, many find it excellent value. The option to hire fire pits and enjoy on-site food vendors adds to the appeal. It’s a popular choice for returning visitors seeking a back-to-basics experience in the Peak District.
Summary AI-generated from Pitchup.com customer reviews
Friendly campsite, beautiful views, I've stayed…
Non-electric grass pitch
Liked Friendly campsite, beautiful views, I've stayed here twice now and both times it's been great. Perfect for walkers and runners
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Cheap and cheerful!
Non-electric grass pitch
Liked Campsite was remote and quiet - lots of space to run around for the children 👌🏻🤗
Disliked Showers were not the nicest and charged, which I was aware of but I chose not to use them.
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Peaceful stay on a level site.…
Non-electric grass pitch
Liked Peaceful stay on a level site. Sufficient toilet and shower facilities which were clean and well maintained. Even though the site is next to a working farm the site was very quiet. Would definitely book again.
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The sight was as it stated/booked…
Non-electric grass pitch
Liked The sight was as it stated/booked grass field non electric. Convenient for our plans. Central to a lot of walks.
Disliked One Shower and two toilets, with the amount of people staying over a busy weekend is not enough.
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Great location for exploring Peaks
Non-electric grass pitch
Liked Great location - easy to walk plenty of different routes from site. Nice views and plenty of space. Facilities well maintained and jacket potato van on site serving in the evenings and breakfast baps on Sunday morning available (didn’t try but looked good!)
Disliked Had to move pitch after one night as neighbours SO noisy with music and smoking weed until the early hours (the other side of the site was lovely and peaceful though!) Only one female shower so long queue from 5pm.
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Clean facilities
Non-electric grass pitch
Liked Friendly
Beautiful location, peaceful
Great walks
Disliked No phone signal 😆
But that’s not a bad thing
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We liked the fact we had…
Non-electric grass pitch
Liked We liked the fact we had several pitches to choose from over 2 fields. It was also great that we could purchase food on site and the jacket potatoes were lovely! Facilities were clean too. Great location for those wanting to climb Mam Tor.
Disliked There was only 1 shower for women and 1 for men so it would have been better if there was at least another each, however they were lovely and hot and this would not put us off staying there again.
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Fab little campsite within walking distance of winnets pass & mam tor
Non-electric grass pitch
Liked The site was clean, organised and quiet by 10ish- great bacon butty on Sunday morning- hot shower and lots space to change. Female solo camper and felt very safe
Disliked Nothing
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Location is great - that’s about…
Non-electric grass pitch
Liked Location is great - that’s about it.
Disliked Absolutely Disgusting
The entire site was filthy. There were blood stains, feces, and urine on the floors — all right next to the area where they prepare food to sell. There wasn’t any toilet roll in the bathrooms.
The washing-up area wasn’t any better. Mouldy food clogged the plug holes, and the floors were filthy. It clearly hadn't been cleaned in a long time.
The staff were rude, unfriendly, and seemed completely uninterested in helping anyone. The general attitude was miserable, like they didn’t want to be there — and neither did we, after experiencing it.
We considered grabbing a jacket potato from the food van on Saturday, but after taking one look inside on the way back to our tent, we lost our appetite. The van was just as filthy as everything else, and the people preparing the food looked just as unhygienic.
The whole atmosphere of the place felt grim and unsettling — honestly, it was like something out of The Hills Have Eyes. Not somewhere I’d ever return to, and I wouldn’t recommend it to anyone
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So close to mam tor and…
Non-electric grass pitch
Liked So close to mam tor and other hikes
Disliked Only 2 toilets for women (often unclean and left with no loo roll)
The shower - only one shower for women - and you have to pay £1 for 3 mins. You cannot put in several pound coins at once to acrew time. You must get out of the shower every 3 mins if you require more time and add another coin. Also didn’t feel that I could take my crocs off in there- it looked like something out of a prison documentary! Bare concrete floors!
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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 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 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
Peaceful Remote location Walkers' paradiseUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Communal freezer Communal fridge Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Shop nearbyType
Farm Medium (26-50 pitches)Nearby leisure
Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Golf nearby Indoor pool nearby Mountain biking nearby Outdoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby Tennis nearbyLocation
Rowter Farm Campsite
Castleton
Derbyshire
England
S33 8WA
Directions Timezone
Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)
GPS
53.33574°N
1.80441°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
Lyme Park & Gardens (NT) 10.3 mi
Chatsworth 11.2 mi
Haddon Hall 11.3 mi
Hare Hill Gardens (NT) 16 mi
Wentworth Castle Gardens 17.6 mi
National Trust
Lyme Park 10.4 mi
Winster Market House 15 mi
Hare Hill 16 mi
Nether Alderley Mill 18.2 mi
Marsden Moor Estate 19.1 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Castleton - Rushup Edge - Sparrowpit - Castleton 1.1 mi
Castleton and Peak Forest 1.2 mi
Castleton and Dunscar Farm 1.2 mi
Castleton, Losehill Farm and Hope 1.2 mi
Castleton - Mam Tor - Lose Hill - Castleton 1.3 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.
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Rowter Farm Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Rowter Farm Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Rowter Farm Campsite? Fancy yourself as a lord or lady of the manor? The stately home and estate at Chatsworth House (35 minutes) might be the closest you’ll get. With a 105-acre garden, trout stream … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Rowter Farm Campsite?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: 12 p.m. – 9 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Rowter Farm Campsite? From £22 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.