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.
Buxton, Derbyshire (10.5 miles)
A stylish collection of yurts and tipis in the heart of the Peak District, each with its own woodfired hot tub.
Anslow, Burton Upon Trent, Staffordshire (13.8 miles)
Idyllic and luxurious yurt glamping with onsite hot tubs, BBQ hut, play area and more. Dogs welcome.
Wolseley Bridge, Stafford, Staffordshire (14.2 miles)
Family-friendly camping and touring on the edge of Cannock Chase, with glamping bell tents and coarse fishing.
Quarnford, Buxton, Derbyshire (15 miles)
Luxury glamping in two handcrafted yurts, a bell tent and a romantic shepherd's hut, nestled in the Peak District.
Mow Cop, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire (16.4 miles)
A scenic and well appointed, family-run campsite. Open all year round.
Buxton, Derbyshire (18 miles)
Tranquil countryside camping for tents and tourers, plus pods and onsite playground, games room and dog friendly.