Common End Farm
Ashbourne, Derbyshire
Common End Farm is set amongst 20 acres of farmland, a great base for exploring the Peak District National Park. Tents, caravans and campervans can pitch up on grass and hardstanding pitches, some even have the option of an electric hook up. Welcoming both dogs and children, it is an ideal spot for the whole family, with space for children to play and a large field to exercise your four legged friends. Ashbourne is just ten minutes away too.
Why choose Common End Farm
Family and dog friendly site on the edge of the Peak District, an ideal base for exploring
Just ten minutes to Ashbourne and Peak Wildlife Park, 20 minutes to Thor's Cave
Dog friendly site just a ten minute walk from a pub and fire pits allowed!
About the site
A relaxed, dog and family friendly campsite at the base of the Peak District National Park, great for exploring Thorpe and Dovedale. Surrounded by farmland and enjoying stunning views of the Manifold Valley, this site is great for a holiday full of exploring. There are a range of pitches available from spacious 9m x 12m grass pitches, some with a 6 or 10 amp electric hook up, to hardstanding pitches with a 10 amp hook up and space for an awning. Or, if you are travelling solo, there are some backpacker pitches with the option to bring a vehicle with you. Both tents, trailer tents, campervans and caravans are all welcome. Up to six people are allowed on all of the pitches, minus the backpacker pitches which allow one person per pitch. This Derbyshire campsite is well located and within easy reach of lots of key attractions within the Peak District National Park. Within a ten minute drive, you will find the Peak Wildlife Park and Ilam Park, great for days out exploring with the whole family! Campfires and BBQs are permitted but must be contained or raised off the ground. There are fire baskets to rent and logs available to purchase. The site is dog friendly and two dogs per pitch are accepted, there is even a spacious field where you can exercise your dog.
The site is open for the early May bank holiday, the 15th - 17th May, May half term, 4th - 7th June. Then from 18th June to 13th September.
"The site managers were lovely and the site was one of the cleanest I have used in over 40 years"
Dawn B
"The views were amazing from the 'pretty field' and we will be back again!"
Tamsin J
"A little gem of a site. Not too big or noisy, immaculate toilet/shower facilities and lovely wardens"
Emma P
"The site was perfect and the staff couldn't have been more helpful"
Carol B
There are 59 accommodation options on-site
Bookable pitches and accommodation options
Backpacker Pitch (No Vehicle)
Max 1 people
Pitch suitable for only one guest, without electric. For campers arriving by foot or bike only. Vehicles are not permitted.
Backpacker Pitch (Vehicle Allowed)
Max 1 people
Pitch suitable for only one guest, without electric.
30 x Non Electric Grass Pitches
Max 6 people
Grass pitches measuring up to 9m x 12m and suitable for tents, trailer tents and campervans.
14 x Electric Grass Pitches (6 amp)
Max 6 people
Grass pitches with 6 amp electric, measuring up to 9m x 12m. Suitable for tents, trailer tents and campervans.
9 x Electric Grass Pitches (10 amp)
Max 6 people
Electric grass pitches with 10 amp electric suitable for tents, trailer tents and campervans.
3 x Electric Hardstanding Pitches
Max 6 people
Hardstanding pitches with grass area for an awning if required with 10 amp electric hook up. Suitable for caravans and campervans.
Other accommodation
Electric Hardstanding Campervan Pitches
Max 6 people
Campervan pitches with 10 amp electric
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Site rules
What time is check-in and check out at Common End Farm?
Check-in is from 1pm until 7.30pm, please advise the site if you are delayed. Check out is due before 12pm on your last day.
Is Common End Farm dog-friendly?
Yes! Your booking will include up to two dogs per pitch, there is even a dog walking field where you may walk your pup on the lead. Please note, dogs must be supervised at all times and breeds listed under the Dangerous Dogs Act are not permitted onsite.
Does Common End Farm allow BBQs and campfires?
Campfires and BBQs are permitted as long as they are raised from the ground, like in a designated fire pit.
Does Common End Farm allow group bookings?
The site caters for families and couples only, allowing up to six per pitch. Sorry, no group bookings unless by prior arrangement, this includes hen and stag parties.
Does Common End Farm allow day visitors?
Yes, day visitors are accepted with permission in advance of the visitor's arrival, cars must be parked in the car park, and there is a small charge per visitor. During summer holiday weekends and bank holidays, day visitors are not permitted.
Pitches
Does Common End Farm allow awnings, gazebos or pup tents?
Yes, the site allows gazebos for a small extra fee, they must not be larger than 3m x 3m. Pup tents and awnings are free of charge, please just add them to your booking.
Can I park near my pitch at Common End Farm? Or Is there parking adjacent to the pitch?
Guests are allowed one vehicle per pitch on the camping field, all other vehicles must be parked in the car park by reception. There is a strict 5mph speed limit around the site.
What amp is the electric hook up at Common End Farm?
Some pitches have an electric hook up, this will be either 6 amp or 10 amp depending on the pitch you have booked. You can check this in the pitch description.
Facilities
Is there WiFi at Common End Farm?
No, sorry there is no WiFi onsite.
Other
Is there any space to play ball games at Common End Farm?
Yes! There is plenty of open space for this, but please be mindful of other campers and keep these games away from tents and caravans.
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