Much more than just the Peak District, this East Midlands county is home to luscious hills and charming towns thoughout. Names like Buxton and Bakewell will have your mouth watering, while Tissington is the spot for cyclists and Chatsworth House is an estate that oozes history and elegance. You're in the right area for jagged hills, shining dales and thick woods. Welcome to the great outdoors, these campsites in Derbyshire will be your guide.
Matlock, Derbyshire
A 5 star family camping and touring site in the idyllic heart of the Peak District, right by The Limestone Way.
4.85 /5
Buxton, Derbyshire
Peaceful and spacious camping and glamping between Bakewell and Buxton. On-site shop and home-made pizzas.
4.8 /5
Barrow Upon Trent, Derby, Derbyshire
Tent and tourer country camping site set on a family run farm with camping pods and bell tents. Dog friendly.
4.76 /5
Hartington, Buxton, Derbyshire
Eco-award winning site within the Peak District. Enjoy panoramic views, top facilities and friendly farm animals!
4.91 /5
Hartington, Buxton, Derbyshire
Tranquil caravan and camping site on the banks of a river, located in the heart of the Peak District.
4.73 /5
Longnor, Buxton, Derbyshire
Scenic and rural, adult only site in the heart of the Peak District. Onsite shop, dog walk and wash!
4.78 /5
Matlock, Derbyshire
An immaculately kept family-run site, set in 40 acres of land in the heart of the Peak District. Campfires welcome.
4.68 /5
Chelmorton, Buxton, Derbyshire
Small, relaxed farm site in the heart of the Peak District with fully serviced pitches. Dog and family friendly.
4.75 /5
Foolow, Derbyshire
Luxury ensuite glamping with optional hot tubs in the beautiful Peak District.
4.77 /5
Buxton, Derbyshire
Back to basics Peak District camping site with views over Miller's Dale and a mile from the Monsal Trail.
4.67 /5
Turnditch, Belper, Derbyshire
12-acre campsite with onsite fishing lakes in the Derbyshire Dales, 20 minutes to the Peak District National Park.
4.68 /5
Pomeroy, Buxton, Derbyshire
Set in the heart of the Peak District by the High Peak and Tissington trail. Enjoy fresh ice cream from the farm!
4.87 /5
Edale, Derbyshire
Back-to-basics site in the heart of the Peak District, with stunning views and easy access to the Pennine Way.
4.85 /5
Bakewell, Derbyshire
Camping on a working farm in Lathkill Dale within the Peak District National Park. Just ten minutes from Bakewell.
4.87 /5
Ashbourne, Derbyshire
Adult-only camping, touring and glamping pods in the Derbyshire Dales. Near Carsington Water and the Peak District.
4.79 /5
Stanton By Dale, Derbyshire
Peaceful, adult-only site with tent and touring pitches set behind an award winning country pub. Dog friendly.
4.75 /5
Stretton, Alfreton, Derbyshire
A back to basics tent camping site in pretty countryside with campfires welcome, 15 mins drive from the Peaks.
4.73 /5
Chesterfield, Derbyshire
A trio of luxurious yurts with private facilities and hot tubs, set in rural countryside near the Peak District.
4.84 /5
Milldale, Ashbourne, Derbyshire
Adult-only, cosy shepherd huts situated in the Peak District National Park, great for keen walkers.
4.92 /5
Foolow, Derbyshire
Brosterfield Caravan Park offers a back-to-basic touring park in the heart of the Peak District.
4.55 /5
Holmesfield, Dronfield, Derbyshire
Secluded camping and glamping with direct access to the Peak District National Park.
4.93 /5
Kniveton, Derbyshire
Three private glamping pods, just outside of the Peaks, with fantastic valley views and campfires. Dog friendly.
4.87 /5
Ashbourne, Derbyshire
Family and dog friendly site on the edge of the Peak District National Park. Enjoy views of Dovedale and Milldale.
Ellastone, Ashbourne, Derbyshire
Luxury yurts with a hot tub and sauna on site. Just 15 minutes from Alton Towers and the Peak District.
4.92 /5
Chesterfield, Derbyshire
Ensuite glamping pods with private hot tubs on the edge of the Peak District. Just 15 minutes to Chatsworth House.
Ashbourne, Derbyshire
Peaceful dog friendly site in a pretty village with countryside views. Just ten minutes from the Peak District.
4.53 /5
Nether Heage, Belper, Derbyshire
Modern ensuite shepherd's hut situated on a peaceful working farm, 15 minutes from the Peak District.
4.94 /5
Crowden, Glossop, Derbyshire
In the heart of walking country, this site has incredible views of the Peak District National Park.
Hayfield, Derbyshire
Set at the foot of the Dark Peak area of the Peak District National Park, a dog friendly site ideal for walkers.
Moira, Swadlincote, Derbyshire
Located in the heart of the National Forest, this site is in walking distance from the Ashby Woulds Heritage Trail.
Youlgreave, Bakewell, Derbyshire
Explore the Peak District National Park from this family friendly site near the National Tramway Museum.
Buxton, Derbyshire
A small, friendly, family run caravan and camping park between Buxton and Bakewell in the beautiful Peak District.
4.97 /5
Bakewell, Derbyshire
Back to basics wild camping with incredible countryside views, set in the idyllic Peak District.
Edale, Hope Valley, Derbyshire
Camping and touring site equipped with ready tents, plus glamping in bell tents at the foot of Grindslow Knoll.
Ashbourne, Derbyshire
A small yet spacious campsite, perfect for the whole family with countryside views and friendly farm animals.
Golden Valley, Alfreton, Derbyshire
A family owned and pet friendly park with segwaying, set in 26 acres of historic woodland near the Peak District.
Great Longstone, Bakewell, Derbyshire
Small, rural farm campsite, a stone's throw from Bakewell and the Monsal Trail in the heart of the Peak District.
4.96 /5
Melbourne, Derbyshire
Dog friendly pitches and pods with two stunning fishing lakes on site, set in the National Forest, Derbyshire.
Buxton, Derbyshire
Tranquil countryside camping for tents and tourers, plus pods and onsite playground, games room and dog friendly.
Bakewell, Derbyshire
Family-friendly site situated by idyllic Derbyshire village Bakewell, surrounded by the slopes of the Wye Valley.
Brassington, Matlock, Derbyshire
Luxury en-suite glamping pods and a vintage gypsy caravan with a fire pit, set in the Peak District. Adult only.
4.87 /5
Marston Montgomery, Ashbourne, Derbyshire
Glamping and Campsite on the edge of the beautiful Derbyshire village of Marston Montgomery, near Ashbourne.
Monyash, Bakewell, Derbyshire
A peaceful and back to basics haven for walkers in the Peaks, set on a scenic farm. Dog friendly with pubs nearby.
4.82 /5
Hope, Derbyshire
A luxurious and furnished shepherd's hut, set in a stunning position with fabulous views of the Peak District.
Hulland Ward, Derbyshire
A peaceful family friendly and dog friendly touring park in the Peak District, ten minutes from Ashbourne.
Hemington, Derbyshire
Camping and touring retreat for adults only in a picturesque village close to Derby and Nottingham.
Isley Walton, Castle Donington, Derbyshire
Beautiful, rural tent and touring site surrounded by woodland and set next door to Donington Park racing circuit.
Hope, Hope Valley, Derbyshire
A family run, riverside park for peaceful breaks in the Hope Valley area of the Peaks. Dog friendly.
Measham, Derbyshire
Peaceful tent and touring site surrounding a grade II Georgian farmhouse with grass pitches in the National Forest.
Riddings, Alfreton, Derbyshire
Eco-friendly caravan and camping park in 11 acres of woodland in the tranquil and idyllic Derbyshire countryside.
Chelmorton, Buxton, Derbyshire
This working farm makes for a family friendly base in the Peaks, close to Buxton and great walks. Fishing on site.
Biggin, Buxton, Derbyshire
A small, welcoming site in the Peaks set between Ashbourne and Buxton on the Tissington Trail.
Hognaston, Ashbourne, Derbyshire
Back to basics camping on large pitches, very close to Carsington Water and just a 10 minute drive from the Peaks.
Sandybrook, Ashbourne, Derbyshire
Perfectly located for exploring the Peak District. Coarse fishing lake and direct access to the Tissington Trail.
Hathersage, Derbyshire
A get-away-from-it-all campsite in a sheltered valley within a short walking distance of Stanage Edge.
4.65 /5
Newhaven, Buxton, Derbyshire
In the heart of the Peak District National Park, this is a beautifully maintained, well equipped family campsite.
Buxton, Derbyshire
Peaceful, family friendly site next to a farm, 15 minutes from Buxton. Great for exploring the local countryside.
Monyash, Bakewell, Derbyshire
A family-friendly touring site set on a working dairy farm with a cafe and shop, just ten minutes from Bakewell.
4.6 /5
Buxton, Derbyshire
Traditional county pub campsite adjacent to High Peak and Tissington trails, allowing tents and small campervans.
Buxton, Derbyshire
Small and peaceful adults only back to basics camping in the Peak District. 15 minutes from Bakewell.
First doesn't always mean the best but the Peak District - the UK's first national park - truly deserves a spot of fanfare. And if you're not roaming through its dales, uncovering ancient woodland or hiking the trails, there are buzzing urban spots to explore like Derby, and character towns like Chesterfield and more.
If you love a little history and tradition, pay a visit to quintessentially English village and snap a pic of their well dressing - a tradition that dates back centuries - but you'll also never be far from all things modern. One of the nation's family friendly theme parks is here and a host of unique museums.
Derbyshire's highlights include:
Stretching over 200 square miles, the Peaks are heaven for walkers - whether you choose the craggy Dark Peak area or the lush beauty of the White Peaks.
Highlights for outdoors fans include breathtaking views, misty valleys and shy wildlife. There are genuinely hundreds of routes through the national park, each taking you through the picturesque landscape.
Even with the bike you're not short of options, from the traffic free Monsal Trail to the famous Tissington Trail. Or, you might set your pedals for the Kinder Scout and try a little mountain biking. This moorland plateau makes an atmospheric end to your journey, and the views are sensational.
All that and a large stretch of the Pennine Way also runs through the county, to boot. Known as one of England's most spectacular upland walks, it spans an incredible 268 miles.
Traces of the past can be found all across the county, but a great place to start is with the stately grounds and more than 30 rooms of Chatsworth House. Dabble in its fountain on a hot day, let the kids get lost in its maze and finish it all off with a round of snacks in the tea room.
You can ride in style at the National Tramway museum and its trams take you through the time warp setting of Crich's period street. The whole family can uncover a spot of history at the Peak District Lead Mining Museum.
Don't miss Haddon Hall, Calke Abbey and Hardwick Hall which are some of the county's best stately halls. The National Trust's Calke Abbey has grounds packed with shy deer and a famous 1200 year old tree, while Haddon Hall is so picturesque it's made the big screen in three different adaptations of Jane Eyre.
Too modern for you? Peveril Castle is one of the oldest Norman Fortresses in the country and its ruined keep has incredible views of the Hope Valley.
Or why not swoop above the scenery in a cable car to the Heights of Abraham, rewarded with the spooky Tinker's Shaft, spooky cavern tours and an adventure play area.
Tour the shire's enchanting towns, nipping in for a cheeky pudding in Bakewell and getting to know the bravery of the village of Eyam - made famous for taking steps to stop the spread of the plague.
Derbyshire’s claim to a whopping section of the Peak District is a must for outdoor types to explore on foot, by bike or even with a saddle and bridle. For climbers, there are incredible gritstone facades and popular challenges like Stanage Edge or the Roaches.
Going deeper, explore underground with a spot of caving and check out the stalactites and stalagmites in the Peak and Speedwell Caverns, which are just a short way from Castleton.
Water sports are popular in Derbyshire and Carsington Water reservoir is the place to make a splash, covering over 750 acres. Give sailing, windsurfing and kayaking a try and or just pedal around the water and watch the sunset.
Little monkeys can safely get wild at Go Ape Buxton with its assault course in the tree tops or and the older ones can get a taste for adrenaline with gorge scrambling, abseiling and even a high speed zip wire.
Try out the local flavours at local farmers’ markets with tantalising treats like artisan bread, freshly made preserves and home grown produce. Hartington is famous for its cheesy nibbles and as you wander through pretty Derbyshire villages you should definitely try the local oatcakes – they taste better here than anywhere else.
For the adults in the group, a tour around the Derby Brewing Company is popular, where you can chow down on a tasty lunch, learn all about the process and take home an order of real ale.
In Derby city itself a walk along the Derwent’s riverbank makes for a lovely afternoon, but there’s also adventure golf to try, the Bluebell Dairy for its four legged friends and tasty cream teas and the Museum of Childhood at Sudbury Hall is close by.
Who could forget a day trip to Gulliver’s Kingdom –which is sure to be a scream! From log flumes to spooky mine rollercoasters and themed play areas, it’s a fun packed day.