If you're itchy to ride the highest rollercoasters, sample all the saltiest popcorn and experience all the thrills, you might be less keen to drive all the way home through bumper to bumper traffic. Instead, choose from our top places to go glamping near Alton Towers and you'll be treated to a gorgeous overnight stay perhaps in a snug pod with great insulation, or a whimsical shepherd's hut in the surrounding hills.
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Rugeley, Staffordshire (16.6 miles)
Back to basics, farm campsite with pop up facilities in the heart of the Cannock Chase AONB. Dog friendly.
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.
Wandon, Rugeley, Staffordshire (18.2 miles)
On the edge of one of the Midlands' most popular beauty spots, Cannock Chase is an ideal spot to stop and explore.
Prestwood, Denstone, Staffordshire (2.2 miles)
A true back to nature experience in Ecopods set in an orchard with views over the Weaver Hills
Cauldon, Staffordshire (3.4 miles)
Luxury glamping yurts with hot tubs and a sauna set by the Peak District, looking out over Staffordshire Moorlands.
Ashbourne, Derbyshire (3.5 miles)
A small yet spacious campsite, perfect for the whole family with countryside views and friendly farm animals.
Waterhouses, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire (4.3 miles)
Fully serviced pitches and glamping in the Staffordshire Moorlands, close to the Manifold Valley and Peak District.
Marston Montgomery, Ashbourne, Derbyshire (4.9 miles)
Glamping and Campsite on the edge of the beautiful Derbyshire village of Marston Montgomery, near Ashbourne.
Ipstones, Stoke on Trent, Staffordshire (6.1 miles)
Camping and glamping on a peaceful family owned farm in easy reach of the Peak District National Park.
Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire (6.4 miles)
A quiet touring site with views over the Staffordshire countryside, just 30 minutes from The Peak District.
Leek, Staffordshire (8.1 miles)
Secluded camping barn and one bunk barn set overlooking the Manifold Valley welcoming families and groups.
Bagnall, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire (9.6 miles)
Family friendly glamping luxury shepherd's huts set in the Staffordshire Moorlands, 20 mins from the Peaks.