Grab a space in one of these campsites near Alton Towers, and you can relax. You're one of the privileged few and can pop over to the theme park any time you want, beating the queues and breezing past the hoards. No sweating through long car journeys for you! If you've got a taste for all things adrenaline, and white knuckle rides, these campsites will have you right at the heart of the action. Next stop: Nemesis, Oblivion and Hex.
Monyash, Bakewell, Derbyshire (15.9 miles)
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
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.
Great Longstone, Bakewell, Derbyshire (19.4 miles)
Small, rural farm campsite, a stone's throw from Bakewell and the Monsal Trail in the heart of the Peak District.
4.96 /5
Uttoxeter, Staffordshire (1.3 miles)
An award-winning park, ideal for exploring the Staffordshire Moorlands, Peak District and visiting Alton Towers.
Prestwood, Uttoxeter, Staffordshire (1.8 miles)
A secluded back to basics site which suits small groups, just two miles from Alton Towers and close to Dovedale.
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.
Cauldon, Leek, Staffordshire (3.5 miles)
Dog friendly touring edging the Peak District National Park and in easy reach of Alton Towers - members only.
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.
Winkhill, Staffordshire (5.4 miles)
Small and family friendly touring site in the Staffordshire countryside, ten minutes from Alton Towers.
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.
Dilhorne, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire (6.8 miles)
A family friendly inn set 20 minutes from Alton Towers with fishing and attractive walking routes. Pet friendly.
Sandybrook, Ashbourne, Derbyshire (7.1 miles)
Perfectly located for exploring the Peak District. Coarse fishing lake and direct access to the Tissington Trail.
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.
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.
Leek, Staffordshire (10.5 miles)
Wild camping set in a stunning location looking over the Peak District and fishing pools. Farm shop onsite.
Hulland Ward, Derbyshire (10.6 miles)
A peaceful family friendly and dog friendly touring park in the Peak District, ten minutes from Ashbourne.
Biggin, Buxton, Derbyshire (11.1 miles)
A small, welcoming site in the Peaks set between Ashbourne and Buxton on the Tissington Trail.
Hognaston, Ashbourne, Derbyshire (11.5 miles)
Back to basics camping on large pitches, very close to Carsington Water and just a 10 minute drive from the Peaks.
Hanbury, Burton on Trent, Staffordshire (11.5 miles)
A quiet campsite located in the village of Hanbury with a pub on site. Close to Peak District.
Newhaven, Buxton, Derbyshire (11.9 miles)
In the heart of the Peak District National Park, this is a beautifully maintained, well equipped family campsite.
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.
Buxton, Derbyshire (14.3 miles)
Traditional county pub campsite adjacent to High Peak and Tissington trails, allowing tents and small campervans.
Monyash, Bakewell, Derbyshire (14.5 miles)
A family-friendly touring site set on a working dairy farm with a cafe and shop, just ten minutes from Bakewell.
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.