Treaks Pringle Camping

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Level camping field
Camping field
Visitor image of the site
Toilet block and washing up area

  • Pop-up wild camping in Derbyshire’s lovely Peak District National Park
  • A 15-minute walk into Castleton; Chatsworth House half an hour’s drive
  • Grass pitches with pubs and cafés nearby, plus direct access to walks
Looking for a peaceful rural stay amid spectacular Peak District countryside views? You could have hit the jackpot at Treaks Pringle Camping, a pop-up site with a true wild-camping vibe on the very outskirts of Castleton, one of the prettiest and most popular villages in the national park. This peaceful site is surrounded by fields and has gorgeous views whichever way you turn. From the camping fields, you can spot dramatic Winnats Pass, and there are myriad attractions like the Blue John Cavern (10 minutes’ drive) and Peveril Castle (five minutes) close by. Any long-distance walkers looking for an overnight stop? Treaks Pringle Camping is close to Edale (10 minutes) and the start of the Pennine Way. Basic facilities on site stretch to a washing-up area and a toilet block, so you’ll need to bring everything with you, including torches for finding your way around after dark. Don’t forget the barbecue if you fancy cooking alfresco, but there are also pubs and cafés aplenty in Castleton. The main road through Castleton is a 10-minute walk away so you don’t need to bother with the car. Well-behaved dogs are very welcome, but please keep them on leads at all times – and do note that the pitches here are on a slight slope.

Site type

Motorhome pitches 3
Tent pitches 50
Open now
Opens 11 April
Please note
  • This site has no on-site shower facilities.
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • The site does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. XL Bully, Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
  • Group bookings of 2 or more units (e.g. tent, touring caravan, motorhome or accommodation hire) travelling together are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • Group bookings of 4 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
  • Single-sex bookings of 0 or more people (couples and immediate family members excepted) are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • The site caters for families (immediate members) and couples only - bookings from all other forms of groups are not accepted.
  • At least one of the party members must be aged 21 or over.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Fri, 11 Apr to

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10
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10
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6

95% would recommend this site to a friend

93% would stay here again

What customers say

This campsite is praised for its stunning location, offering beautiful views and easy walking access to Castleton and local attractions like Mam Tor. Visitors highlight the friendly and helpful owners, Jess and her family, as well as the clean toilet facilities. While described as a basic "wild camping" site, guests appreciate the on-site animals, fire pit hire, and honesty box. The site does have a noticeable slope, which is clearly stated.

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Really nice campsite with good access…

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James C.

Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch (sloping)

Liked Really nice campsite with good access to the village of Castleton! Plenty of pubs.
Toilet block was nice and clean so clearly well maintained!

Recommend to friends Visit again

Excellent site in a perfect location, great value for money

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Joanne S.

Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch (sloping)

Liked Location was perfect, easy to walk straight onto the trails for mam tor and ridges, facilities were good, plenty of space and freedom to pitch where you want, views were amazing, toilets were regularly cleaned

Disliked Only thing: sometimes you were waiting in a queue for the toilets or washing up as there was one washing up sink and two female toilets compared to the amount of people there. This couldn't be helped and it didn't negatively impact our stay, just remember to plan your toilet breaks or keep an eye out

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Would absolutely recommend

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Alan C.

Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch (sloping)

Liked The simplicity and peace and quiet

Disliked A shower block would be nice although toilets were very clean

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Excellent back to basics site in the heart of Castleton. Perfect

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Matthew S.

Non-electric grass campervan pitch (sloping)

Liked We had a great time at this site over the Bank Holiday weekend. The lady running the site was so lovely and was always happy to help, she even let us book in for an extra night last minute as we enjoyed it so much. And despite it being full on the Saturday, there was plenty of space around us and we didn't feel too close to anyone.

Toilets on site were clean and new, honesty snack box which was a great touch, Ice Cream van appeared on the Saturday evening, as well as their own goats in a pen on site which were amazing (and hilarious).

Really lovely back to basics campsite, with more than enough nice touches to make it a perfect place to stay.

10 minute walk to the lovely Castleton, beautiful views surrounding you and the most amazing walks right on the doorstep.

Disliked The site is advertised as sloping and it definitely is if you want to be out of the way nearer the top. Really didn't bother us at all but it's something to mention.

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Loved the views, the facilities where…

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Stuart H.

Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch (sloping)

Liked Loved the views, the facilities where the best I have seen

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Super location, terrific views, close to…

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David S.

Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch (sloping)

Liked Super location, terrific views, close to lots of walks, within easy reach of Castleton for eating/drinking. Good price, easy to find, lots of space, sloping site but not enough to make sleeping in tent uncomfortable.

Disliked Toilets could be better (not enough for number of pitches)

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Quiet and well maintained…

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Toni W.

Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch (sloping)

Liked Quiet and well maintained

Disliked Nothing

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Excellent site

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Ceri J.

Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch (sloping)

Liked Great location, clean toilets lovely honest box with treats and drinks, very warm welcome when we arrived and nice little goats near the field.

Stayed on site with my two daughters felt safe, walking distance from street.

Will be back with the husband and and rest of the children ideal family place

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Location, hosts and that day weather…

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Lee M.

Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch (sloping)

Liked Location, hosts and that day weather all smashing

Recommend to friends Visit again

Amazing place, give it a try perfect location

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Damion H.

Non-electric grass campervan pitch (sloping)

Liked Absolutely stunning location, and the site was spotless.
Toilets were immaculate. .
Jess the owner was a lovely lady.
Thank you so much we loved it.

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Features

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 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 Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

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

Utilities

Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available No hot water Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearby Shop nearby

Type

Farm Large (51-200 pitches) Pop-up campsite

Nearby leisure

Mountain biking nearby Outdoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby

Location

Treaks Pringle Camping

Castleton

Derbyshire

England

S33 8WA

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)

GPS

53.34397°N
1.79197°W

Nearest transport

Coach
7.9 mi Market Place
7.9 mi Market Place
10.2 mi Buxton Road
Rail
1.8 mi Edale Rail Station
2.6 mi Hope (Derbyshire) Rail Station
4.3 mi Bamford Rail Station
Airport
17.3 mi Sheffield City Airport
19.8 mi Manchester Airport Terminal 3
19.9 mi 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

Stretch your legs with a stroll to Mam Tor (40 minutes’ walk) or National Trust - Dark Peak (45 minutes) from your pitch, and if you’re an experienced hiker, scale challenging Kinder Scout (25 minutes). Families can pack a picnic and have a gentle amble through woods and moorland at Wyming Brook Nature Reserve (half an hour’s drive). Once you’ve wandered the moors, tors and dales of the Peak District National Park, it’s time to head below ground on a boat journey through the former tin mine in Speedwell Cavern (15 minutes’ walk). See deposits of rare Blue John stone running through the caves at Treak Cliff Cavern (15 minutes), or take a guided tour of the vast subterranean complex rich in the same stone at the Blue John Cavern (10 minutes’ drive). Get a feel for local history with explorations of 12th-century Peveril Castle (five minutes’ drive to the car park), and marvel at the priceless antiques in sumptuous Chatsworth House (half an hour). If the kids have been stoic during these cultural excursions, take them to meet the alpacas, llamas and meerkats at Mayfield Alpacas Animal Park (25 minutes).

Must see

Lyme Park & Gardens (NT) 10.9 mi

Chatsworth 11.2 mi

Haddon Hall 11.6 mi

Hare Hill Gardens (NT) 16.6 mi

Wentworth Castle Gardens 16.8 mi

National Trust

Lyme Park 10.9 mi

Winster Market House 15.3 mi

Hare Hill 16.6 mi

Marsden Moor Estate 18.7 mi

Nether Alderley Mill 18.9 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

Castleton - Rushup Edge - Sparrowpit - Castleton 0.5 mi

Castleton and Peak Forest 0.6 mi

Castleton and Dunscar Farm 0.6 mi

Castleton, Losehill Farm and Hope 0.6 mi

Castleton - Mam Tor - Lose Hill - Castleton 0.7 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 Treaks Pringle Camping have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Treaks Pringle Camping dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Treaks Pringle Camping? Stretch your legs with a stroll to Mam Tor (40 minutes’ walk) or National Trust - Dark Peak (45 minutes) from your pitch, and if you’re an experienced hiker, scale challenging Kinder … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Treaks Pringle Camping?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  2 p.m. –  8:30 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
    On-site accommodation
    Arrive:  2 p.m. –  8:30 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Treaks Pringle Camping? From £23.50 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.