Irondale Touring Caravans and Campsite

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  • Well-maintained pub site for guests 14 years and over
  • In Stanton by Dale; 20 minutes' drive from Attenborough Nature Centre
  • Real ale and pub food served; 20 minutes' walk from a golf club
Dart off to Derbyshire and make for Irondale Touring Caravans and Campsite in Stanton by Dale, a well-kept site attached to an award-winning pub. The name of this spot is a nod to Stanton's industrial heritage – if the village rings a bell, it may well be because 'Stanton' crops up on many a manhole cover across the UK. Nowadays, things are peaceful around here, and the site is set between traditional red brick houses and a small village green. The Chequers Inn is over 200 years old and still in fine fettle – its selling point remains its focus on real ales and proper home-cooked food. The pub, like the site, is mightily dog-friendly, so don't hesitate to bring four-legged friends along on your trip. The pitches here are level, well-drained and conveniently located to the rear of the pub. Although it's close to the M1, off-site strolls are unlikely to involve busy roads and traffic – Irondale Touring Caravans and Campsite is a few minutes' walk from footpaths that'll take you through the pleasant fields and hills that make up the local landscape. The nearest supermarket can be found in Sandiacre (five minutes' drive); Ilkeston (10 minutes) has a wider range of shops and takeaways. Please note that kids under the age of 14 aren't allowed to stay at Irondale Touring Caravans and Campsite.

Campground type

Tent sites 6
Camper sites 6
RV sites 6
Open all year
Opens
Please note
  • This park has no on-site shower facilities.
  • Guests under the age of 14 are not allowed on site.
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • The bar is open between 01/01 and 12/31.
  • The park caters for families (immediate members) and couples only - bookings from all other forms of groups are not accepted.
  • No bachelor/bachelorette parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.
  • Continental touring caravans (caravans built with the passenger door on the right-hand side) are not permitted.

Languages spoken

English

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Reviews

9.3

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Peaceful

95% would recommend this campground to a friend

94% would stay here again

What customers say

This quiet, adult-only touring site behind The Chequers Inn pub has level, well-kept pitches with tables. Enjoy 24/7 pub restrooms and great, home-cooked food (book ahead!). Friendly hosts, clean grounds, and M1 access are highlights. Note the narrow entrance and no showers.

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Excellent site with clean facilities in a great location

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Anonymous

Powered cement/asphalt and grass campsite

Liked Excellent little site, pitches are good and plenty of accessibility, everything you need for a relaxing stay.
Great little pub on site with friendly and welcoming hosts

Recommend to friends Visit again

Excellent site with clean facilities and a great pub for food.

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Andrew R.

Powered cement/asphalt and grass campsite

Liked Loved this small campsite at the back of a great pub. We only stayed here for one night as a stopover on going further north, it was peaceful and facilities were perfectly fine. We also booked a table in the pub for an evening ing meal when we arrived, service and food was excellent. We will be back

Disliked N/a

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Facilities clean and tidy as was the site

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Anonymous

Powered cement/asphalt and grass campsite

Liked Facilities were great for a one night stop over with a good pint in the bar.

Disliked Nothing

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Spacious pitches. Quiet and clean. Great…

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karen c.

Powered cement/asphalt and grass campsite

Liked Spacious pitches. Quiet and clean. Great walks from site

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Very welcoming, clean and well maintained

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Chris K.

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Liked Small and friendly. Quiet village. The pitch was level and well maintained, and the toilet in the pub was open 24/7 for use. I stayed Monday and Tuesday night, and the pub was not too busy, but the locals, staff and management were very friendly and welcoming to a solo traveller. Would definitely stay again if in the area.

Disliked No real dislikes. There are no showering facilities but I knew this before booking. I used the local PureGym for a workout and got a shower there.

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Great spacious pitches. Clean site. Great food. Great drinks. And…

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Stuart C.

Powered cement/asphalt and grass campsite

Liked Great spacious pitches.
Clean site.
Great food.
Great drinks.
And Ken made it for me he was ace !!!
Sue was good too !!! X

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Spacious pitches , great local walks,…

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Glen m.

Powered cement/asphalt and grass campsite

Liked Spacious pitches , great local walks, staff really welcoming and friendly. Love Chequers and the food was great. Already re booked

Disliked None

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Excellent site fabulous location wonderful staff and hospitality

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Anonymous

Powered cement/asphalt and grass campsite

Liked Spacious potch, good communication from Sue who also came out when we arrived to help us pitch site ideally located close to motorway, interesting historic village , very clean toilets close by , wonderful friendly staff in the pub who went out of their way to assist us in getting a takeaway delivered as we arrived past food service. Ken the falcon was a real bonus seeing him fly and feed from sues wriat.

Disliked No showers but we were I a motorhome so we could use our own facilities

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Loverly little pub Pretty quiet…

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robin w.

Powered cement/asphalt and grass campsite

Liked Loverly little pub
Pretty quiet

Disliked The gate was pad locked when we came back at night
So we struggled to get back in

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Brilliant place and we will visit again

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Anonymous

Powered cement/asphalt and grass campsite

Liked Beautiful site, great size pitch with own grass section and bench. The toilets are clean and easily accessible at all times. We were lucky enough to see the Hawk flying this morning as we were packing up to leave.

Disliked Absolutely nothing not to like except no small shop nearby so take everything you need with you.

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Features

Adults only

Dogs 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 Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

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

Rules

Adults only Barbecue grills allowed Barbecue provided Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Hikers’ paradise Peaceful

Utilities

Charging facilities Dump station Electric car charging point(s) No hot water Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby

Type

Pub campground Tiny (1-10 sites)

Nearby leisure

Fishing nearby Golf nearby

Touring and motorhomes

Gray water hook-up for caravans

Location

Irondale Touring Caravans and Campsite

The Chequers Inn

14 Dale Road

Stanton by Dale

Derbyshire

England

DE7 4QF

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)

GPS

52.93693°N
1.31105°W

Nearest transport

Bus
6.7 mi Friar Lane
6.8 mi Bus Station
6.8 mi Bus Station
Rail
3 mi Ilkeston Rail Station
3.7 mi Long Eaton Rail Station
3.9 mi Attenborough Rail Station
Airport
7.6 mi East Midlands 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

Do a round of the greens at Erewash Valley Golf Club (20 minutes' walk), a well-kept local club with fab tree-lined fairways that's easily accessible on foot. Other outdoor pursuits around here include fishing, with the nearest angling spot about five minutes' drive away, and birdwatching – Attenborough Nature Centre (20 minutes) may be named after the nearby village rather than the TV presenter, but it's still a prime pick for a spot of ornithology. Nottingham city centre (20 minutes) is next up, for a castle, shopping centres and the interactive National Justice Museum. (Rather not drive around town? Pull up to one of the city's park and rides and take the tram instead.) On the outskirts of Nottingham is Wollaton Hall (20 minutes), an Elizabethan country house with a deer park and formal gardens. (Remember Batman's mansion in The Dark Knight Rises? Yep, that was filmed here.) Heading towards the Peak District National Park (from 45 minutes) is also on the cards, whether you opt for Derbyshire dalliances in the grounds of Chatsworth House (an hour) or old-time amusements and riverside walks in Matlock Bath (45 minutes).

Must see

Wollaton Hall and Park 4.2 mi

Nottingham Castle 6.6 mi

Castle Donington Museum 6.7 mi

Royal Crown Derby Factory Shop 6.9 mi

The Lace Market Centre 7 mi

National Trust

Kedleston Hall 9.5 mi

Calke Abbey 11.4 mi

Staunton Harold Church 12 mi

Hardwick Estate: Stainsby Mill 16 mi

Hardwick Hall 16 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

LOCKO PARK 3.4 mi

WOLLATON HALL 4.3 mi

ELVASTON CASTLE 4.6 mi

HIGHFIELDS PARK 4.9 mi

CLIFTON HALL 5.3 mi

Local events

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  • Bloodstock Open Air (Thursday, August 6, 2026 – Thursday, August 6, 2026)

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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 Irondale Touring Caravans and Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Irondale Touring Caravans and Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Irondale Touring Caravans and Campsite? Do a round of the greens at Erewash Valley Golf Club (20 minutes' walk), a well-kept local club with fab tree-lined fairways that's easily accessible on foot. Other outdoor pursuits around here … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Irondale Touring Caravans and Campsite?
    RV, travel trailer and tent sites
    Arrive:  2 p.m. –  8:30 p.m.
    Depart by:  noon
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Irondale Touring Caravans and Campsite? From $40.25 (for 1 night, 3 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.