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Packhorse Farm Campsite
Foxholes Lane
Tansley
Matlock
Derbyshire (Browse area)
DE4 5LF
Tel: 01629 580950
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Pitches: 50
Open: 01/01/2026 to 31/12/2026
01/01/2027 to 31/12/2027
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 No Caravans |
 Motorhome Pitches |
 Small Campervans |
 Glamping Units |
 No Statics for Hire |
 No Statics for Sale |
 No Seasonal Pitches |
 Electric Hookups |
 No Hardstandings |
 No Fully Serviced Pitches |
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| Who's it for |
 Families Welcome |
 Not Members Only |
 No Rallies |
 Not Naturist Site |
 Dogs Welcome |
 No Dogs Allowed |
 Groups Welcome |
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| Facilities |
 Toilet Facilities |
 Hot Showers |
 Washing Up |
 No Bathroom |
 Baby Changing Facilities |
 No Laundry |
 Drinking Water |
 Disabled Friendly |
 Chemical Disposal |
 No Battery Charging |
 No Gas Exchange |
 Recycling Facilities |
 No Kitchen Facilities |
 Freezer / Fridge |
 No Motorhome Point |
 No Wifi Access |
 Shop <1 mile |
 Bar <1 mile |
 Restaurant or Cafe or Takeaway <1 mile |
| Activities |
 No Playground |
 No TV Room |
 No Games Room |
 No Evening Ents |
 No Fishing |
 No Wild Swimming |
 Indoor Pool <5 miles |
 No Outdoor Pool |
 Horse Riding <1 mile |
 No Cycle Hire |
 Golf <1 mile |
 Tennis <5 miles |
 No Beach |
 No Watersports |
 No Boat Launch |
| Other Features |
 No Sea Views |
 Working Farm |
 No Campfires Allowed |
 Open All Year |
 No Waterside Pitches |
 Public Transport <1 mile |
 Offroad Dog Walk On Site or Direct Access |
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| Date of Visit: February 2012 |
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| Reviewer: DJMotorhomer |
48 reviews from this member |
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 Stayed here for 1 night in the snow. The Old lady was very accommodating, even to the point of boiling her kettle to defrost her outside tap so we could fill up with fresh water.
Very nice site, 2 toilet blocks, only 1 open while we were there. Heated and very nice indeed. Very quiet too. Only 1 1/2 miles to Tansley but be warned no shop as we saw but three pubs.
Nice walks to be had too. We walked into Tansley and had a coffee at the Tansley Tavern.
We will definitely use again if we are in the area
Would recommend 
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| Date of Visit: September 2011 |
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| Reviewer: Moneypeni |
9 reviews from this member |
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Had a quick weekend overnight stay here and only booked the night before but we still got a really nice pitch in amongst the trees. Site is divided up nicely so it feels quite small and initimate, although there is a larger camping field at the back.
The toilet and shower facilities looked very new and were kept relatively clean given that the site looked quite busy and I never had to queue.
The location is lovely and it was very quiet, only a short drive to Matlock and Matlock Bath. We didn't get a chance to do any walking so couldn't comment on that but the surrounding countryside was beautiful.
The washing up facilities were clean and undercover and there was a freezer for iceblocks. Overall a lovely site which is well worth a visit.
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| Date of Visit: September 2011 |
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| Reviewer: M + M |
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Just spent 3 nights here in late September and despite having a good time we have mixed views regarding the site.
The toilet / shower block is modern and immaculately clean. For the layout of the facilities see their website.
It depends on what you are looking for, but for us there were two downsides.
1. The nearest pub is 1. 5 miles away but it is down a steep hill and the walk back feels like 2. 5 miles.
2. The pitches are too close together. Depending on the size of your tent there may not be room to park your car.
If they made the 50 pitches 20 it would be almost perfect, but the owners advised they have many return campers so this obviously doesn’t concern others.
7/10 site for us and would return but only for a week day stay out of the main holiday period.
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| Date of Visit: September 2011 |
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| Reviewer: Cindy007 |
14 reviews from this member |
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Wow what a little gem. This site is great. We had a pitch with EHU close to the Facilities, which had loads of space and very flat.
The facilities were excellent, very clean. The ladies had 3 showers, 3 wash hand basin in a separate cubicle, and 4 toilets, with 3 other sinks, hubby said the gents had 2 toilets, 3 showers, and 2 wash hand basins in separate cubicles, again he said very clean. Loads of hot water, with push button showers. This is the only camp site I have been on with FREE hair dryers in the ladies.
The owners were great, and very friendly. There are lots of information leaflets in reception for things to do in the area. There are also fresh eggs for sale.
There is no play park on site, but yet there is plenty of space for running around and playing (not ball games)
There are no bad points at all, this is a site that we will be returning to soon.
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| Date of Visit: August 2011 |
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| Reviewer: Leanne85 |
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We've (2 adults and 2 children 4 and 1) just returned from a six night stay at PackHorse Farm campsite. We had a fantastic time,
The toilet block and showers were excellent and so clean. The pot wash area was also kept spotless with hot water. The use of the freezer for ice packs was a great help.
Susan was very friendly and helpful throughout our stay.
We also had a key for the baby changing area which had an electric shower that could be removed from the wall and the temperature adjusted which was ideal for cleaning our younger daughter who is used to having a bath.
Some people we talked to would have liked there to be a children's play area, but we found it an advantage to there not being one, otherwise our four year old would have been taking off all the time. She did make lots of friends without a playground.
All in all we would recommend this site and we are planning to return at Easter time 2012.
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| Date of Visit: August 2011 |
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| Reviewer: Finagan |
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Just returned from this camp site following a short 3night trip with wife and 3 kids.
This was our first outing in a new tent so wanted something local.
Owners where friendly and easy to deal with originally only booked for 2nights but extended our stay with ease.
The reception has plenty of things to do leaflets and there's a local Indian that will deliver to your tent.
The site itself is tidy and well laid out, with the cleanest toilets, showers and pot wash area I've seen for a long time.
Freezer available for ice packs, free showers and hairdryers in the toilet block.
Would definitely visit again.
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| Date of Visit: August 2011 |
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| Reviewer: Ceriannesman |
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Arrived at the site without a booking, to stay for one night. The owners were very accommodating and found us a pitch with electric hook up.
The Gents shower block had three sinks, one shower and two toilet cubicles and my wife says the Ladies was the same. I am very fussy when it comes to this particular campsite facility and can say that I was very impressed with the condition and cleanliness.
The cost was £16 which I consider to be very reasonable. The field we were in was level and each pitch very spacious.
I would certainly re-visit Packhorse Farm if in the area again.
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| Date of Visit: July 2011 |
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| Reviewer: Diane Gannon |
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We stayed here last year and loved it, we had a georgeous pitch in between some trees, which was pleasantly private. We were also close to the toilet/shower block, which was new and incredibaly clean. There are also hook up points at some pitches and mains in the shower block to charge your mobile. We are looking to go back this year, as it is so close to matlock, one of my favourite places in england. The campsite was in walking distance and from coutry side to town was a lovely walk. Highly recommended for anyone wanting a country break.
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| Date of Visit: July 2011 |
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| Reviewer: Cazandjonhodgson |
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We had a nice experience with this site. The owner was very helpful and the booking process quick and simple. Plenty of brochures telling of whats on in the local area.
There is even an Indian takeaway that would deliver to your tent!Nice walks around the campsite.
Was quiet at night but on walking to the loos at night I noticed there was groups of tents where people were huddled together laughing and chattering.
A lovely sound on the campsite, I always find. Toilets were pristine which is just how we like it. A five minute drive into Matlock. No shop or kiddies playground but not missed.
All in all a fab site. Will definitely visit again.
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| Date of Visit: July 2011 |
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| Reviewer: Terryk74 |
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Just had 3 mid-week nights on this charming site.
The site offers some fantastic views, but be sure you have accurate location and directions.
Our reception was friendly and an A4 site layout was provided showing our pitch and general layout.
Reception had plenty of walks and to-do leaflets
The Campsite and adjacent Caravan site are separate, each having their own facilities.
Toilet, shower and pot wash facilities are very clean.
The site was quiet (midweek) and to us the site layout was best we have seen todate, with many pitchs separated by bushes and trees giving a sense of privacy. This also offers a level of protection from the elements.
There are a numbers of pubs/eating houses in Tansley and Matlock is just a couple of mile away having English, Indian and chinese restaurants etc.
The site has a dog walk area plus plenty of lanes to walk with some lovely views right on the door step.
We will definitely recommend to friends and plan to return asap.
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| Date of Visit: July 2011 |
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| Reviewer: ChrisandMel |
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This was first stay at Parkhorse farm as well as our first time away with our 5 month old son. The owners were very friendly and helpful, booking was no trouble at all.
When we stayed the camp was quiet just before the build up to summer break. Those there were friendly and everything was well set out. The toilet block, with baby change and disabled facilities, were simply fantastic. Both us and others on the site commented on how good they were. Clean, warm, plentiful and above all, included in the price!
The pitches, we went electric for this trip, had plenty of space for tent and car with hedges between or some with trees round them. The site is broken into four camping areas which all seem sheltered from the wind with hedges acting as windbreaks.
Within easy travelling distance for Matlock and other areas. We didn't do the walk to the village pubs but we drove down there out of curiosity, be warned its very hilly!
We would certainly recommend as well as return in future. Value for money.
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| Date of Visit: July 2011 |
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| Reviewer: Lady Merrills |
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Small camping field with no facilities for children, which is why we chose it, we couldn't have got it more wrong. Originally wanted EHU but we were told none was available for our required dates, we were very disappointed and angry as we drove past the quiet caravan/ tent field which was over 3/4 empty all the time we were there.
When booking we asked for a quiet pitch for a large trailer tent- we had to pitch on a tiny corner in the middle of about 50 family groups, the noise was unbearable! Sustained damage to the tent poles and car due to our tent being used as goal posts, we never saw the 'panoramic views' or the owner once we had booked in. Toilets are amongst the best I have seen and are kept very clean. Good washing up facilities and free use of freezer near wash up area for ice packs.
The nearest public house is over a mile away via a very steep hill and narrow road (and it wasn't very nice either, avoid the pizzas)The village, if you can call it that, is not within walking distance with the best pub being the Tavern at Tansley, good food, good beer but on a main road with beer garden at front?
The other pub is very run down and we didn't go in. Bit of a trek to Matlock, nice park, a Sainsbury's and some shops, avoid Matlock Bath on Sundays unless you like motor bikes, very noisy and smelly.
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| Date of Visit: July 2011 |
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| Reviewer: Nicnac17 |
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This was our first weekend in our tent with two children ages 2 and 6 we had a nice time there was nothing on site for children however they did make friends and the site owner had told us of some out door games that were available for us to borrow.
I found the booking process very easy and the owner was nice the pitch we had was 13 and 14 we only booked 1 pitch but we were told number 13 was to near to the road so we could put our car there and it was a great pitch.
The shower block was clean with excellent showers and the washing up area was very good also having a freezer out side next to the pot wash was handy.
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| Date of Visit: June 2011 |
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| Reviewer: Johndale |
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Nice experience from start to finish. Booking very easy and clear map provided on arrival for the pitch. Owners very nice and helpful. Toilets and shower block spotless and warm with free hot showers.
Nice and quite after 9pm despite being almost full. Close to pubs and not far to nearby town for shopping.
We pitched a tent on pitch 42 and found the ground level and easy to peg ( no rocks etc). Despite rain in the night the pitch stayed reasonably dry.
A good base for Matlock and surrounds. No bad points for us at all.
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| Date of Visit: June 2011 |
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| Reviewer: Lisatm |
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This is a wonderful campsite, it is clean and tidy and very well organised. The plots seem well laid out so not too crammed in when the site is full.
The toilet/shower block is fantastic with free hot showers.
They provide bricks for your BBQ and even advertise the local indian takeaway who will deliver to your tent!
Excellent pot washing area and freezer for ice packs. We shall definitely be staying here again.
The only thing that could improve this site is if they could have the local pub a bit closer as it's a bit too far to stagger back from! ;-)
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