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Our 7 year old had a really great camping adventure and we loved walking in the surrounding countryside and a visit to Eyam, there is so much to see, but mostly we enjoyed relaxing and unwinding at the site.
The owners are really helpful and friendly and the facilities are excellent.
This place is an absolute gem and we cant wait to go back. via mobile
I don't want to say much about this site as I use it regularly and its a little gem, peaceful, cosy and well kept, as said its only small butaway from the road and noise, apart from the grateful waking from woodpidgeons, cockerels and sheep.
The new owners are really welcoming and are cracking on with developing the shower/toilet block, and theyve made a washing up facility which also has a microwave and kettle,
Also (very handy for us) there's a lean to hard standing with benches where you can have BBq or cuppa whilst looking at the lovely views,
Tideswell is not too far for supplies and there's a nice pub 1/2 a mile up in Great Hucklow.
Would I go again?, , , , , Next week (weather permitting)
Note: I'm not scoring for child friendliness as we didn't go with any, but it looked good enough for the kids
What a gorgeous little place! Beautiful views, no traffic noise only a few very friendly chickens. One of those back to basics campsites which can be hard to find these days.
Little shed with washing up facilities and an electric kettle, one toilet. Nice pubs within easy walking distance. Footpath to Foolow very close by.
Lovely quiet, no frills, rural site once you find it! Notice is extremely faded and there is no signage to it at all. Very new owners apparently who are intending to improve things like that, and adding a shower.
As previously said there is one toilet in the porch of the house (only cold water in taps)) and no shower. There is a washing up sink in a small barn. We couldn't find an external tap except on the single EHU unit (after the van parked there had left) and it is very low so big container not easy to fill but you can fit tap adaptors for a hose.
There is one hard standing with EHU and so we went onto the levelish grass just adjacent to that and whilst it seemed quite dry nevertheless after one night (no rain) we were quite sunken in and one wheel did churn a bit of mud to get out, so be careful with vans on the grass (and we are not that heavily loaded) There is a rough gravelly area between the washing up barn and the static caravan (not being used atm) so a van could go there if campers aren't parked there.
No problem with the lanes in our Symbol (5. 4m) but some are quite narrow. £16 per night, 2 adults, van and no EHU.
Lovely site, quiet as described good location for walkers. We loved it and are going back September if there is room.
The site is not over booked which is brilliant for us.
The duke of Edinburgh people were there 5 tents, and were fine no noise no mess left etc.
What do people expect when going to sites in the country except small lanes? (see other campers comment) it's very easy to find and caravan can get in and up and down the 'small lanes' easily. There is 1 100 meter single track road which is the only one someone may have to back up on.
Well maintained and clean. I will keep going back because it is quiet and out of the way.
The owners are lovely too, very friendly. We will be taking one of our 3 dogs this time. I cannot wait!
Have just spent two very pleasant nights at Derbyshire Hills. Welcomed with a mug of tea and digestives, which is a first, from owner, Steve. This is a small, sheltered, well maintained, nicely arranged campsite in a picturesque spot.
The pitches are generally level, and you are surrounded by ancient stone walls and two Shetland ponies, who gallop around the field in the early hours, like the headless horseman. There is an old shed which provides; sink, microwave, kettle and fridge. There is only one toilet situated at the farm house.
We were somewhat spoilt during our stay, as the site had been scheduled to be closed, there was only one other tent, there. There was room for about 20 pitches. I gather the site is used for the Duke of Edinburgh awards scheme, and weekend regulars. The current rate is £10 a pitch.
Derbyshire Hills is well located. The pub in Foolow, about half a mile, cross country, has a reasonable selection of beer and the food was nice enough, although with country prices of £9. 50 upwards. There was also a very interesting pub, The Stag with two heads, next to the cafe, which the owner recommends, It's like the Slaughtered Lamb. Only serves beer.
There is some excellent walking in the area, and the campsite is a good base. We visited Chatsworh, Eyam and Castleton.
This campsite could do with a shower, if you wanted to stay for more than a couple of nights. Nevertheless, a great weekender.
Had a lovely 3 night stay here in July 2012 to give our new Bear Lake 6 tent a test outing.
We were met by Steve who was very friendly and helpful and provided with the customary tray of tea and biscuits which was very much appreciated!
The site is smashing, quite small and very picturesque, almost giving you the feeling of camping in someones large back garden.
Very clean and well maintained with low stone walling around the boundary, leading on to further fields one of which was home to two very friendly shetland ponies.
Eyam village is close nearby and we had a very nice meal one evening at the Bulls Head in Foolow which is only a 15 minute walk down the road.
Toilets were kept very clean and the 'hut' with pot washing facilities, microwave and kettle came in very useful.
Its a shame that there are no showers or freezer on site but all in all a super little campsite and we would not hesitate to recommend or return there.
Spent 3 nights here during that really warm week. Warden was really welcoming and made us aware at the outset that a Duke of Edinburgh award group would be coming. We were not deterred.
The grass was lush and green, if a little long; the site was immaculate; we pitched in the best spot - level ground sheltered by dry stone walls. He brought us a tray of tea and biscuits; he showed us the kitchen shed, complete with kettle, toaster, microwave, fridge and sink with hot and cold water; and the lovely, clean, toilet facilities with h&c basin; and made us feel very welcome. He was on hand throughout the day. The DofE group were great, well behaved and some were quite chatty. Had a really relaxing time.
Things we didn't need: chairs - there were some on site; the caravan pitch with electric hook-up; the shower gel - there was no shower; the wet weather shelter - it didn't rain!
Enjoyed walking, 3 pubs in walking distance all of which served food as well as beer! Shop was a bit further afield (Tideswell, Eyam or Buxton).
Brilliant site. Would we go back? - You bet, but we are campers, not glampers!
Here is what we found but some comments may be already duplicated else where.
If you want all mod cons, music, things for kids to do, attractions, shops, to be entertained, showers, tent electric hook up then look else where and find another camp site as this doesn’t have it. However if you want the basics with beautiful scenery, friendly campsite owners in the heart of the peak district then this is it. You will be woken with natures intended chorus of birds, a cockerel and a nearby peacock with mist clearing from the surrounding country side ( early June )
Be warned that the Grindlow approach single track roads are not for large campervans or caravans. Note there are also some nasty blind junctions on the single track roads. Grindlow consists of a handful of cottages and farms and you can easily miss the campsite as it just looks like you are going up a small private drive with a few cottages. (look for a green flag on a pole or the small sign on the ground, rh side at the entrance to the drive way. ) If you blink you can miss Grindlow all together. If you are going to visit at the back end of the year check the weather forecast as it gets cut off with snow, that Steve (site owner)has to clear by hand, as he informs me.
The site will hold no more than 20 small tents typically for Duke of Edinburgh but usually in a busy period about 15 family mid size tents. There is only x1 campervan slot with EHU and water supply. Also with x1 static caravan for rent (unable to comment on this but there is a little swing for the kids and assume it is for the static van only use as it has a small fence around it. )
There is one toilet attached to the cottage that is always clean with loo roll, fresh towels and mopped tiled floor. This is at most about a 150ft away. Even though there is no EHU for tents there is a small outbuilding again no more than about 80ft away from all areas. This has a shared fridge, kettle, toaster, microwave, single sink for washing up and one electric point for charging phones etc.
The sink is slightly high but this is overcome by a wooden pallet to stand on. There is also a small clothes airer for any washing you might need to do and a few chairs to sit on if you have to wait for the facilities. The water boiler for washing up quickly goes cold so boil the kettle before you start washing up, it's not a problem. There are also several bins for different types of recycling. When we were on site it was quiet so there was never a queue for any of the above but at busy times you may have to wait.
The ground is reasonably level and a bit stony a few inches down in a few places but not a problem. It is set on 3 areas. One area is behind a barn building that has a roof over a concrete area where you could hang clothes or have a meal if wet. Another area is at the foot of the site and another up towards the side, all surrounded by stone walling offering some wind protection with 4 or 5 trees dotted around. We were allowed to pitch anywhere but it was quiet.
No cars are allowed next to the tents but what is a 50ft walk at maximum. The car park may get busy at some times that may prove tight but we didn't see it.
At the end of the day it depends what you want from your camp site, we came for the walking and tranquillity, we were not disappointed. However there are some nearer walks on the door step of Derbyshire hills, just get the OS map out. Steve & Brenda provide some printed leaflets of the surrounding places to visit and some lighter walks with a daily weather report. As mentioned before if you want to sit around and read a book, paint or walk then this is the place. If you have unruly noisy children, dogs or indeed if you are a loud party person then look else where and don’t spoil this site. There are plenty of other sites who will accommodate this type of behaviour.
We will definitely be going again even though we thought we could not survive without showers or electric hook up. How wrong we were. Yes its a small sacrifice to pay for the quietness of no radios or TVs etc and getting away from it all.
Well done to Brenda & Steve for providing and creating such an individual site. The cup of tea / coffee on arrival is a lovely touch. See you next time.
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Tent Pitches 
No Caravans 
Motorhome Pitches 
Small Campervans 
Glamping Units 
Holiday Homes for Hire 
No Statics for Sale 
No Seasonal Pitches 
Electric Hookups 
Hardstanding Pitches 
Fully Serviced Pitches 
Adults Only 
Not Members Only 
No Rallies 
Not Naturist Site 
Dogs Welcome 
No Dogs Allowed 
Groups Welcome 
Toilet Facilities 
Hot Showers 
Washing Up 
No Bathroom 
No Baby Changing 
No Laundry 
Drinking Water 
Disabled Friendly 
Chemical Disposal 
No Battery Charging 
No Gas Exchange 
No Recycling Facilities 
No Kitchen Facilities 
No Freezer / Fridge 
No Motorhome Point 
No Wifi Access 
Shop <5 miles 
Bar <1 mile 
Restaurant or Cafe or Takeaway <1 mile 
No Playground 
No TV Room 
No Games Room 
No Evening Ents 
Fishing <10 miles 
No Wild Swimming 
No Indoor Pool 
No Outdoor Pool 
No Horse Riding 
No Cycle Hire 
Golf <5 miles 
No Tennis 
No Beach 
Watersports <10 miles 
No Boat Launch 
No Sea Views 
Not Working Farm 
No Campfires Allowed 
Open All Year 
No Waterside Pitches 
Public Transport <1 mile
Offroad Dog Walk On Site or Direct Access 
This is a beautiful, clean and nicely run camp site. Tam and Will are friendly and helpful, 
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