On the boundaries of the Peak District National Park, amongst the picturesque green hills, lies Buxton. Hosting one of the finest show caves in England, Poole's Cavern offers two million year old natural limestone caves together with woodland trails, picnic areas and Go Ape. It's all on the doorstep of these fantastic Buxton campsites.
Chelmorton, Buxton, Derbyshire (3.7 miles)
Small, relaxed farm site in the heart of the Peak District with fully serviced pitches. Dog and family friendly.
4.73 /5
Pomeroy, Buxton, Derbyshire (5.5 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
Longnor, Buxton, Derbyshire (6 miles)
Scenic and rural, adult only site in the heart of the Peak District. Onsite shop, dog walk and wash!
4.78 /5
Buxton, Derbyshire (6 miles)
Back to basics Peak District camping site with views over Miller's Dale and a mile from the Monsal Trail.
4.66 /5
Buxton, Derbyshire (6.5 miles)
Peaceful and spacious camping and glamping between Bakewell and Buxton. On-site shop and home-made pizzas.
4.8 /5
Macclesfield, Cheshire (6.9 miles)
Peaceful ensuite pod in Macclesfield Forest, set by a charming pub and Ridgegate Reservoir. Dog friendly.
4.92 /5
Wincle, Cheshire (8.5 miles)
In the Peak District by Macclesfield Forest, luxury dog-friendly ensuite pods with BBQs, and some with hot tubs!
4.87 /5
Foolow, Derbyshire (8.6 miles)
Luxury ensuite glamping with optional hot tubs in the beautiful Peak District.
4.77 /5
Edale, Derbyshire (8.6 miles)
Back-to-basics site in the heart of the Peak District, with stunning views and easy access to the Pennine Way.
4.86 /5
Foolow, Derbyshire (8.7 miles)
Brosterfield Caravan Park offers a back-to-basic touring park in the heart of the Peak District.
4.6 /5
Bakewell, Derbyshire (9.3 miles)
Camping on a working farm in Lathkill Dale within the Peak District National Park. Just ten minutes from Bakewell.
4.87 /5
Hartington, Buxton, Derbyshire (9.4 miles)
Tranquil caravan and camping site on the banks of a river, located in the heart of the Peak District.
4.73 /5
Hartington, Buxton, Derbyshire (9.8 miles)
Eco-award winning site within the Peak District. Enjoy panoramic views, top facilities and friendly farm animals!
4.91 /5
Milldale, Ashbourne, Derbyshire (13.3 miles)
Adult-only, cosy shepherd huts situated in the Peak District National Park, great for keen walkers.
4.92 /5
Matlock, Derbyshire (13.9 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
Hayfield, Derbyshire (8.2 miles)
Set at the foot of the Dark Peak area of the Peak District National Park, a dog friendly site ideal for walkers.
Blackshaw Moor, Leek, Staffordshire (9.6 miles)
In the Staffordshire Moorlands, this dog friendly site is perfect for walking or exploring in the Peaks.
Youlgreave, Bakewell, Derbyshire (11.5 miles)
Explore the Peak District National Park from this family friendly site near the National Tramway Museum.
Buxton, Derbyshire (1 miles)
Tranquil countryside camping for tents and tourers, plus pods and onsite playground, games room and dog friendly.
Chelmorton, Buxton, Derbyshire (3.2 miles)
This working farm makes for a family friendly base in the Peaks, close to Buxton and great walks. Fishing on site.
Quarnford, Buxton, Derbyshire (3.8 miles)
Luxury glamping in two handcrafted yurts, a bell tent and a romantic shepherd's hut, nestled in the Peak District.
Buxton, Derbyshire (4.4 miles)
A small, friendly, family run caravan and camping park between Buxton and Bakewell in the beautiful Peak District.
Flagg, Buxton, Derbyshire (5.5 miles)
Traditional pub campsite for adults only with grass and hardstanding pitches for tents and tourers. Dog friendly.
Buxton, Derbyshire (5.6 miles)
Peaceful, family friendly site next to a farm, 15 minutes from Buxton. Great for exploring the local countryside.
Wildboarclough, Macclesfield, Cheshire (5.7 miles)
Camping and touring on a Peak District farm, near to Shutlingsloe, Three Shires Head and Blaze Ice Cream Farm.
Buxton, Derbyshire (6.5 miles)
Traditional county pub campsite adjacent to High Peak and Tissington trails, allowing tents and small campervans.
Monyash, Bakewell, Derbyshire (6.8 miles)
A family-friendly touring site set on a working dairy farm with a cafe and shop, just ten minutes from Bakewell.
Monyash, Bakewell, Derbyshire (7.7 miles)
Ideally located deep in the Peak District National Park, a peaceful setting, secluded pitches and a village pub.
Monyash, Bakewell, Derbyshire (7.8 miles)
A peaceful and back to basics haven for walkers in the Peaks, set on a scenic farm. Dog friendly with pubs nearby.
Buxton, Derbyshire (7.9 miles)
Small and peaceful adults only back to basics camping in the Peak District. 15 minutes from Bakewell.
Bollington, Cheshire (8.4 miles)
Nestled in the Cheshire countryside, a self-sustaining log pod on a village farm just by the Peak District.
Edale, Hope Valley, Derbyshire (8.7 miles)
Camping and touring site equipped with ready tents, plus glamping in bell tents at the foot of Grindslow Knoll.
Great Longstone, Bakewell, Derbyshire (9 miles)
Small, rural farm campsite, a stone's throw from Bakewell and the Monsal Trail in the heart of the Peak District.
Buxton, Derbyshire (9.2 miles)
A stylish collection of yurts and tipis in the heart of the Peak District, each with its own woodfired hot tub.
Leek, Staffordshire (9.3 miles)
Wild camping set in a stunning location looking over the Peak District and fishing pools. Farm shop onsite.
Hope, Hope Valley, Derbyshire (9.7 miles)
A family run, riverside park for peaceful breaks in the Hope Valley area of the Peaks. Dog friendly.
Bakewell, Derbyshire (10 miles)
Family-friendly site situated by idyllic Derbyshire village Bakewell, surrounded by the slopes of the Wye Valley.
Hope, Derbyshire (10.1 miles)
A luxurious and furnished shepherd's hut, set in a stunning position with fabulous views of the Peak District.
Bakewell, Derbyshire (10.4 miles)
Back to basics wild camping with incredible countryside views, set in the idyllic Peak District.
Leek, Staffordshire (10.6 miles)
Secluded camping barn and one bunk barn set overlooking the Manifold Valley welcoming families and groups.
Newhaven, Buxton, Derbyshire (10.9 miles)
In the heart of the Peak District National Park, this is a beautifully maintained, well equipped family campsite.
Bamford, Hope Valley, Derbyshire (11 miles)
Peaceful touring CL site on a farm for Members Only, set in the heart of the Peak District and dog friendly.
Biggin, Buxton, Derbyshire (11.5 miles)
A small, welcoming site in the Peaks set between Ashbourne and Buxton on the Tissington Trail.
Hathersage, Derbyshire (13 miles)
A get-away-from-it-all campsite in a sheltered valley within a short walking distance of Stanage Edge.
Winkhill, Staffordshire (13.4 miles)
Small and family friendly touring site in the Staffordshire countryside, ten minutes from Alton Towers.
Siddington, Macclesfield, Cheshire (14.1 miles)
Dog friendly touring, set in the beautiful grounds of a stately home in the heart of Cheshire, close to the Peaks.
Waterhouses, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire (14.4 miles)
Fully serviced pitches and glamping in the Staffordshire Moorlands, close to the Manifold Valley and Peak District.
Astbury, Congleton, Cheshire (14.8 miles)
A tranquil site close to a rural village and pubs. Dog friendly and right by a golf course.
Ipstones, Stoke on Trent, Staffordshire (14.8 miles)
Camping and glamping on a peaceful family owned farm in easy reach of the Peak District National Park.
Brassington, Matlock, Derbyshire (15 miles)
Luxury en-suite glamping pods and a vintage gypsy caravan with a fire pit, set in the Peak District. Adult only.
Buxton hosts Poole’s Cavern and Country Park, the ultimate all-weather attraction. Take a tour with an expert guide into a chamber of crystal stalactites and stalagmites, venture into Grimlow Woods and reach the magic of Solomon’s Temple. Here you'll want to investigate the visitor centre and then take to the heights of Go Ape’s highest adventure course.
Next up is the beauty of the Pavilion Gardens, 23 acres of award winning gardens to be precise with a miniature train, activity park and play area and a toddler’s area, a great way to keep the little ones entertained.
Budding archaeologists should head to Buxton Museum and Art Gallery with an ever-changing programme of events, exhibitions and activities including fossils, bones, teeth and treasures all from within the local area.
Looking for more green spaces? Ashwood Park offers formal gardens, multi-use games area and even a bowling green and tennis court, all this with the River Wye trickling along in the background located in the heart of Buxton.
What better than visiting a spa town, then filling your bottle with free fresh water from the Well of St Anne. Don’t miss the impressive Pump Rooms while you’re visiting, highly decorated with beautiful stained-glass windows and stunning marble work.
Animal lovers will be in their element in Buxton with two equally great locations to choose from. Chestnut Conservation and Wildlife Park is home to otters and owls offering keeper experiences and expert talks. It’s also home to an impressive eagle. Archie’s Farm is a petting farm with an abundance of animal interaction not to mention Archie the Donkey and his other donkey friends.
All aboard The Buxton Victorian Tram. See Buxton through the ages on this tram and learn all about the history of the town and its iconic locations and buildings.
Just out of Buxton you can find Corbar Wood and Corbar Cross, where you should grab your camera and walking shoes and head for the hills. Corbar Woods is 54 acres of semi-natural woodland with rewarding views from the top at Corbar Cross, one of the best views of the town and beyond.
A short drive south will allow you to visit the atmospheric Axe Edge Moor or a short drive west will get you up the Shining Tor which is a great place for taking in more superb views. Your next stop could be nearby Bakewell or you might love a stop in Manchester's vibrant city centre even more.