Lime Tree Holiday Park, Buxton, Derbyshire

Just a 15 minute walk from Buxton, Lime Tree Holiday Park offers a friendly base on the edge of the Peak District. Choose from a range of grass and hardstanding pitches for tents and tourers (some with electric), or opt for a cosy camping pod. Onsite, you will have access to a games room, play park, shop and well-maintained facilities, with countryside, gorge and viaduct views. Poole's Cavern and Go Ape Buxton are also within a five minute drive!

Why choose Lime Tree Holiday Park

Family and dog friendly camping, touring and pods, with woodland, viaduct and gorge views

Onsite shop, games room and play park, a 15 minute walk to Buxton with shops, pubs and restaurants

On the edge of the Peak District, a five minute drive to Poole's Cavern and Pavilion Gardens

About the site

This family and dog friendly site sits on the edge of the Peak District National Park, just a 15 minute walk from Buxton. Surrounded by countryside, the park enjoys views of a wooded limestone gorge and an old railway viaduct. Tents can choose from a range of non electric grass pitches, including smaller 2m x 2m backpacker pitches and larger 7m x 5m family pitches. For those wanting a few extra comforts, there are also electric 7m x 5m grass pitches with 16 amp hook ups. For campervans, there is a non electric pitch, or opt for one of the electric hardstanding pitches for campervans and motorhomes up to 7m. There are also hardstanding pitches for caravans and motorhomes up to 8m. Guests looking for a glamping break can stay in one of the cosy camping pods. These insulated pods include a double bed, a small double futon bed for children, heating, a fridge, USB sockets and an outdoor picnic bench, with shared facilities nearby. Please be sure to bring your own bedding. Buxton is within easy walking distance and is full of shops, cafes, pubs and restaurants. There are also plenty of attractions nearby, including Poole's Cavern, Go Ape Buxton and the beautiful Pavilion Gardens, all within a five minute drive. For bigger days out, Chatsworth House and Haddon Hall are both within 30 minutes too. There is plenty to keep everyone entertained onsite too. Guests can enjoy a games room with a pool table and TV, a play park for children and even a book swap inside a red telephone box. An onsite shop sells camping essentials, snacks, toys and more, while Dukes Drive Farm Shop is right next door. Dogs are very welcome, with a large dog exercise field giving four legged friends plenty of space to stretch their legs. Up to two dogs are allowed per pitch, although the camping pods are pet free. Charcoal BBQs are welcome, provided they are raised off the ground. Please note, open fires are not permitted.

Lime Tree Holiday Park is open from 27/03 to 31/10. Pitches from £25/night for 2 people.

Map of the site

What facilities are at Lime Tree Holiday Park?

Accessible facilities

Allow commercial vans

Allow pets on site

Café / restaurant / takeaway

Drinking water

Family friendly

Shop

Showers

Toilets

W.C. disposal

WiFi

Baby changing facilities

Dog exercise area

Electric hookups

Freezer

Games room

Glamping

Kids playground

Laundry

TV room

Wash up area

Site facilities include two blocks featuring showers, toilets and wash basins, plus disabled facilities and a baby and family room. There is a washing up area and a laundry room including coin-operated washing machines/dryers, ironing facilities and a sink for hand washing. Ice pack freezing, electric shaver points and a large dog exercising field are also available.

Free WiFi access is available at the hotspot near reception on the site, or you can pay for access across the site. The kids playground features a slide, swing and more. A games room includes a pool table, kiddies corner, television and DVDs. A red telephone box also houses a book exchange. An onsite shop stocks a range of camping essentials, plus food, toys and more.

Dukes Drive Farm Shop is also next door, with a Tesco and Morrisons within a 15 minute walk. Multiple pubs can be found within a 20 minute walk in Buxton, including The Cheshire Cheese, The Swan and The Vault.

There are 94 accommodation options on-site

Bookable pitches and accommodation options

Camping pods with outdoor picnic benches

Pod with a double bed and a fold-down futon for two children

4 x Camping Pods

Max 4 people

Fully insulated pods with a double bed with mattress and a futon bed sleeping two children. You'll also find a fridge, storage cupboard, electric heating and USB point. Grass area outside with picnic table. Sorry, no pets. Shared facilities nearby.

Other accommodation

Hardstanding campervan pitch with space for an awning

Non Electric Hardstanding Campervan Pitch

Max 6 people

Hardstanding pitch without electric. For campervans up to 6m only.

4 x Electric Hardstanding Campervan and Motorhome Pitches

Max 6 people

Hardstanding pitches with 16 amp electric hook ups. For campervans and motorhomes up to 7m.

Hardstanding touring pitches with views to Dukes Drive Viaduct

15 x Electric Hardstanding Touring Pitches

Max 6 people

Hardstanding pitches with 16 amp electric hook ups. For caravans and motorhomes up to 8m.

Things to do on site and in the Buxton area

Just five minutes away, Poole's Cavern is one of Buxton's most popular attractions. This natural limestone cave stretches deep underground and can be explored on guided tours. Inside, you'll see impressive rock formations, crystals and winding passageways while learning about the cave's long history.

For adventure lovers, Go Ape Buxton is also only five minutes from the park. Set among the trees, this outdoor activity centre has high ropes courses, zip lines and climbing challenges.

Pavilion Gardens is another nearby highlight (5 minutes). These beautiful gardens in the heart of Buxton are perfect for a relaxing stroll, with flower displays, lakes and open green spaces.

History fans should not miss Haddon Hall (25 minutes). This medieval manor house is full of grand rooms with beautiful gardens overlooking the river. It has even been used as a filming location for many films and TV shows, including Jane Eyre and Mary Queen of Scots!

One of the Peak District's most famous attractions, Chatsworth House, is around 30 minutes away. The grand stately home is surrounded by huge gardens, fountains and parkland, with plenty to explore both inside and out. There are walking trails, seasonal events and farmyard areas too.

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