Grab a space in one of these campsites near Alton Towers, and you can relax. You're one of the privileged few and can pop over to the theme park any time you want, beating the queues and breezing past the hoards. No sweating through long car journeys for you! If you've got a taste for all things adrenaline, and white knuckle rides, these campsites will have you right at the heart of the action. Next stop: Nemesis, Oblivion and Hex.
Ellastone, Ashbourne, Derbyshire (3.7 miles)
Luxury yurts with a hot tub and sauna on site. Just 15 minutes from Alton Towers and the Peak District.
4.92 /5
Ashbourne, Derbyshire (4.7 miles)
Family and dog friendly site on the edge of the Peak District National Park. Enjoy views of Dovedale and Milldale.
Ashbourne, Derbyshire (4.8 miles)
Peaceful dog friendly site in a pretty village with countryside views. Just ten minutes from the Peak District.
4.53 /5
Tomonslow, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire (5.6 miles)
Peaceful, family-friendly site in the Staffordshire Moorlands, 15 minutes from Alton Towers. Dogs welcome.
4.92 /5
Leigh, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire (7.8 miles)
Small, peaceful touring site in a farming village, 30 minutes to Alton Towers. Dog friendly with onsite grooming!
4.72 /5
Milldale, Ashbourne, Derbyshire (8.4 miles)
Adult-only, cosy shepherd huts situated in the Peak District National Park, great for keen walkers.
4.93 /5
Kniveton, Derbyshire (9.7 miles)
Three private glamping pods, just outside of the Peaks, with fantastic valley views and campfires. Dog friendly.
4.89 /5
Hartington, Buxton, Derbyshire (9.9 miles)
Eco-award winning site within the Peak District. Enjoy panoramic views, top facilities and friendly farm animals!
4.89 /5
Hartington, Buxton, Derbyshire (10.1 miles)
Tranquil caravan and camping site on the banks of a river, located in the heart of the Peak District.
4.73 /5
Ashbourne, Derbyshire (12.5 miles)
Adult-only camping, touring and glamping pods in the Derbyshire Dales. Near Carsington Water and the Peak District.
4.77 /5
Turnditch, Belper, Derbyshire (12.6 miles)
12-acre campsite with onsite fishing lakes in the Derbyshire Dales, 20 minutes to the Peak District National Park.
4.69 /5
Longnor, Buxton, Derbyshire (12.7 miles)
Scenic and rural, adult only site in the heart of the Peak District. Onsite shop, dog walk and wash!
4.78 /5
Brown Edge, Stoke on Trent, Staffordshire (12.9 miles)
Cosy bell tents on the edge of Staffordshire Moorlands and Stoke-on-Trent. Just 20 minutes from the Peak District.
4.9 /5
Great Haywood, Staffordshire (13.7 miles)
Canalside camping next to the Cannock Chase AONB. Dogs and campfires welcome with a café and farm shop opposite.
4.83 /5
Matlock, Derbyshire (13.8 miles)
An immaculately kept family-run site, set in 40 acres of land in the heart of the Peak District. Campfires welcome.
4.69 /5
Pomeroy, Buxton, Derbyshire (15.2 miles)
Set in the heart of the Peak District by the High Peak and Tissington trail. Enjoy fresh ice cream from the farm!
4.88 /5
Buxton, Derbyshire (15.6 miles)
Peaceful and spacious camping and glamping between Bakewell and Buxton. On-site shop and home-made pizzas.
4.8 /5
Wincle, Cheshire (15.9 miles)
In the Peak District by Macclesfield Forest, luxury dog-friendly ensuite pods with BBQs, and some with hot tubs!
4.88 /5
Bakewell, Derbyshire (15.9 miles)
Camping on a working farm in Lathkill Dale within the Peak District National Park. Just ten minutes from Bakewell.
4.87 /5
Matlock, Derbyshire (15.9 miles)
A 5 star family camping and touring site in the idyllic heart of the Peak District, right by The Limestone Way.
4.85 /5
Chelmorton, Buxton, Derbyshire (16.5 miles)
Small, relaxed farm site in the heart of the Peak District with fully serviced pitches. Dog and family friendly.
4.73 /5
Rugeley, Staffordshire (16.6 miles)
Back to basics, farm campsite with pop up facilities in the heart of the Cannock Chase AONB. Dog friendly.
Rugeley, Staffordshire (17.4 miles)
Almost wild campsite within the forest at Cannock Chase AONB. Great mountain bike trails and dog walks all around!
4.95 /5
Nether Heage, Belper, Derbyshire (18.8 miles)
Modern ensuite shepherd's hut situated on a peaceful working farm, 15 minutes from the Peak District.
4.94 /5
Macclesfield, Cheshire (19.1 miles)
Peaceful ensuite pod in Macclesfield Forest, set by a charming pub and Ridgegate Reservoir. Dog friendly.
4.92 /5
Buxton, Derbyshire (19.2 miles)
Back to basics Peak District camping site with views over Miller's Dale and a mile from the Monsal Trail.
4.67 /5
Alton, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire (0.1 miles)
Family friendly pods set a stone's throw from all the park, with breakfast included and early access to some rides.
Alton, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire (0.4 miles)
Located at the heart of Alton Towers Resort, the Enchanted Village is how to visit the theme park in style.
Cotton, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire (1.5 miles)
Touring, camping and safari tents open to non members, set by the superb Peak District and lovely Chatsworth House.
Blackshaw Moor, Leek, Staffordshire (10.7 miles)
In the Staffordshire Moorlands, this dog friendly site is perfect for walking or exploring in the Peaks.