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Poynton Cross Campsite

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Wild camping on a Peak District farm, 25 minutes’ drive from Buxton
Castleton hikes 15 minutes’ drive; Chatsworth House 25 minutes
Dogs welcome; resident farmyard animals; a 10-minute walk from a pub

Hike, pint, hike again – and repeat. Make a beeline for Poynton Cross Campsite if that sounds like your dream holiday – or at least your dream weekend away (the site, in the middle of the Peak District, is open to guests only from Friday to Sunday). Life is simple at this peaceful no-frills spot on a farm off the B6049: there is a green field where you can set up your tent, spectacular views across the Derbyshire countryside and plenty of inquisitive farm animals to keep you company – that’s if you don’t have your own canine companion with you. (If you do come with your dog, please note that a daily charge applies.) In terms of amenities, things are fairly spartan: there is no hot water, for instance, though there is a portable toilet and a washing-up area (with cold water). What you do get here, though, is plenty of space to roam, excellent dog walks and loads of traditional pubs (including one a 10-minute walk away) serving home-cooked food. The village of Tideswell (five minutes’ drive), with a high street lined by pretty stone cottages, also has pubs and restaurants, plus a small supermarket. Among the most popular spots for hikes are the area around Castleton (15 minutes), which includes highlights such as the Peak Cavern and the ruins of Peveril Castle; and the Chee Dale Stepping Stones nature reserve (20 minutes), with a walk along the River Wye.

Campground type

Please note

This park has no on-site shower facilities.

Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
The park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Breed-specific legislation (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
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.
Guests are advised to bring a good quality flashlight with them as parts of the park are unlit.
No gas barbecues allowed.
No charcoal barbecues allowed.
No electric barbecues allowed.
There are no garbage cans onsite: all garbage will need to be taken home with you.
Please note that the toilet facilities are unisex.
There is no reception building on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.

Languages spoken

English

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Primitive grass tent campsite

4 people maximum

Ground type: Grass

Site size: Max 5.0m width x 9.0m depth (16.4ft width x 29.5ft depth) Calculated area: 45.0m² (484.4ft²)

4 people maximum

One Tent allowed per site

Additional units require additional sites - quick book via 'Make another booking like this' after making your booking.

Site size

Max 5.0m width x 9.0m depth (16.4ft width x 29.5ft depth) Calculated area: 45.0m² (484.4ft²)

Ground type

Grass

0 rooms

Suitable for

Tent, (Trailer tent not allowed)

Features

Car 1 included, 2 max.

Car parking by site/unit

Other restrictions

Awnings not allowed
Gazebos not allowed
Pup tents not allowed

Extras

Dog (3 max)

£5 (£5) per night
Extra car (1 max) £5 (£5) per night

You will be able to choose extras on the booking page.

Arrival days

No availability on our site

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Only showing reviews for the last 30 months.

Quiet location, friendly host. Didn't bother me at all. Felt safe entire…

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Liam W. Oct 2024

Primitive grass tent campsite

Liked: Quiet location, friendly host. Didn't bother me at all. Felt safe entire time. Will go back!

Recommend to friends Visit again

The camp site was spacious and well maintained. We was the only…

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Wifi	8

Anonymous Sep 2024

Primitive grass tent campsite

Liked: The camp site was spacious and well maintained. We was the only ones there over the weekend but there was plenty of space if others came and you wouldn’t have felt surrounded.

Recommend to friends Visit again

The owner of the farm was incredibly friendly and helpful! We felt…

Overall	8/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	8
Facilities / Activities	6
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	8
Cleanliness	8
Wifi	6

Molly O. Sep 2024

Primitive grass tent campsite

Liked: The owner of the farm was incredibly friendly and helpful! We felt safe even though it was super quiet. Would definitely come back !

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Great location in the heart of the Peak District, with great views.…

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Location	10
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Facilities / Activities	8
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Owen S. Aug 2024

Primitive grass tent campsite

Liked: Great location in the heart of the Peak District, with great views. Toilet facilities were fine and clean. Free reign on where to pitch our tent (as it was quiet). Host was very pleasant and welcoming.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Excellent site

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Anonymous Aug 2024

Primitive grass tent campsite

Liked: What a lovely site. Lots of room and well maintained and flat. So close to many attractions in the Peak District.
We went to Castleton and walked up MamTor. In the evening we walked up to The Barrel for dinner which was stunning
We will be back in September
Thank you

Recommend to friends Visit again

Fantastic site. Friendly, peaceful and level field

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Anonymous Aug 2024

Primitive grass tent campsite

Liked: We stayed on Saturday night.
Fantastic campsite. Quiet with fantastic views.
The field is well maintained and perfect for camping with no caravans which is a bonus.
So close to lots of attractions.
Very friendly farmer who runs the site. Thank you .
We will be back

Disliked: We only managed to stay one night. Will definately stay longer next time.

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Features

Portable toilet

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 Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

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

Themes

Budget/backpacker Hikers’ paradise Peaceful Spectacular scenery Wild camping

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

Farm Small (11-25 sites)

Accessibility

Disabled facilities

Location

Poynton Cross Campsite

Windmill

Tideswell

Derbyshire

England

SK17 8RE

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London GMT (GMT+00:00)

GPS

53.29636°N
-1.75574°W

Nearest transport

Bus

6.6 mi Buxton Road

6.7 mi Matlock Street

7.1 mi Market Place

Rail

3.6 mi Hope (Derbyshire) Rail Station

4 mi Bamford Rail Station

4.8 mi Hathersage Rail Station

Ferry

Airport

16.9 mi Sheffield City Airport

21.7 mi Manchester Airport Terminal 3

21.9 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

The village of Eyam (10 minutes’ drive) is famed for its forward-thinking measures to prevent the spread of the plague in 1666, including quarantine and social isolation. The Eyam Museum displays archival documents dating back to this 17th-century episode, as well as mining artefacts and works by local artists. Crossed by the River Wye, Buxton (25 minutes) illustrates its history as a spa town in the Visitor Centre & The Buxton Crescent Experience, a handsome 18th-century Palladian-inspired building. Nearby are the Buxton Opera House and the Pavilion Gardens, with a miniature train and a bandstand. The halls of Chatsworth House (25 minutes) are decorated with colourful frescoes, rich wood panelling, gilded balconies and marble floors, creating a gorgeously opulent effect. The gardens are pretty spectacular, too, with water features and statuary. And the good news is that the grounds are largely dog-friendly, so your canine buddy can come along, too.

Must see

Chatsworth 7.8 mi

Haddon Hall 8 mi

Lyme Park & Gardens (NT) 12.7 mi

Sir Richard Arkwright's Masson Mills 15 mi

Arkwright's Cromford Mills 15.3 mi

National Trust

Winster Market House 11.7 mi

Lyme Park 13 mi

Hare Hill 17.7 mi

Nether Alderley Mill 19.9 mi

Biddulph Grange Garden 20.4 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

PEAK DISTRICT 1.9 mi

Miller's Dale - Peak Forest - Dam Dale - Peter Dale - Monk's Dale - Miller's Dale 3 mi

Miller's Dale - Monk's Dale - River Wye on Monsal Trail 3.2 mi

Millers Dale - Flagg - Taddington - Millers Dale 3.2 mi

Millers Dale - Chee Dale - Chelmorton - Taddington - Priestcliffe - Millers Dale 3.2 mi

Local events

Parklife Festival (Saturday, June 14, 2025 – Saturday, June 14, 2025)
Manchester, England 21.9 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.

Policies

Booking terms and conditions

Changes to your holiday

Bookings cannot be amended within 5 day(s) of arrival.
Modifications are subject to a £10.00 ($12.70) fee.

Admission

Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.

Arrivals and departures

Late arrivals must notify the park as soon as possible. Your booking will be held for 24 hours. After this period the management reserves the right to relet your unit.
No refunds/discounts for inclement weather, late arrivals or early departures.

Dogs

A valid vaccination certificate must accompany your dog.
Dogs must be kept on leashes and supervised at all times.
The park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Breed-specific legislation (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).

General

Bookings are nominative and non-transferable.
In the event of a complaint, please speak to reception immediately. Complaints which are not brought to the management's attention during your stay cannot be dealt with once you have left the site.
Please note that the toilet facilities are unisex.
Quiet hours must be respected between 11 p.m. and 7:30 a.m..
Radio, music and TV players must be kept at a low volume. Car doors and trunks must be closed quietly.
The management reserves the right to deny access or terminate the stay of those guests whose behavior is deemed unsuitable. No refunds will be offered.
The park is not liable for any refund in the event of force majeure.
There are no garbage cans onsite: all garbage will need to be taken home with you.
This park has no on-site shower facilities.

Occupancy

No bachelor/bachelorette parties permitted via Pitchup.com.

Reception

There is no reception building on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.

Safety

Firearms are not permitted.
Guests are advised to bring a good quality flashlight with them as parts of the park are unlit.
No charcoal barbecues allowed.
No electric barbecues allowed.
No gas barbecues allowed.
Open fires are prohibited.
Please do not touch or feed the animals.

Sites

Please note, pup tents are to be used for storage purposes only. Guests may not use them for sleeping.
You must follow management instructions when setting up your tent/rig and related equipment.

Taxes

This area is not subject to city tax.

Vehicles

Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.
No vehicle movement between 9:30 p.m. and 7:30 a.m..

Visitors

Visitors must leave the premises by 9 p.m..

Payment terms

Offers

Conditions apply - see campsite type section for details

Nearest campgrounds

Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable campgrounds.

Frequently asked questions

Does Poynton Cross Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
Is Poynton Cross Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
What attractions are near Poynton Cross Campsite? The village of Eyam (10 minutes’ drive) is famed for its forward-thinking measures to prevent the spread of the plague in 1666, including quarantine and social isolation. The Eyam Museum displays archival … Read more
When can I check in and check out of Poynton Cross Campsite?

RV, travel trailer and tent sites

Arrive: 2 p.m. – 8 p.m.

Depart by: noon

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