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Hike Yorkshire’s Three Peaks and sleep under dark starry skies while camping near Kettlewell.

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White House Farm Campsite, Wardlow

61 units · Motorhomes, Tents4 acres · Wardlow, England
What a little Derbyshire gem: back to basics Whitehouse Farm Campsite is a simple site in a most scenic setting five minutes’ drive from the pretty village of Tideswell. The site’s central location in the Peak District National Park means it’s a top spot for those who want to ramble or ride bikes – several circular trails leave from Tideswell and the traffic-free Monsal Trail is a five-minute drive away. And there’s plenty more activity if you require it too, as activity centres nearby can sort you out days of horse riding, abseiling, climbing and caving. All this activity isn’t mandatory, of course – this is an equally fine location for days pottering off to local pubs, pigging out on pudding in Bakewell or taking a leisurely stroll around the Chatsworth Estate, 20 minutes away. And if even that’s too much, you’d be welcome to spend some time loafing about on site: there’s heaps of space here, and as facilities have been kept quite minimal (just showers and toilets) there should be a good serving of peace and quiet to go with it all. Guests are welcome to light up a barbecue or campfire for cookouts and keeping warm; Tideswell’s the place for supermarket supplies, and it’s also handily got a fish and chip shop and a couple of pubs for days when your firelighting skills aren't up to much.
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Campsites near Kettlewell guide

Overview

In the heart of Yorkshire Dales National Park, Kettlewell is a cosy village on the edge of windswept moors. Explore Kettlewell’s attractions with a stop in a quiet tea room, or check out the village’s annual scarecrow festival. Then, ascend the peaks with vertical hikes in Yorkshire Dales, or go deep beneath the surface on one of Nidderdale’s challenging cave excursions. Forest of Bowland AONB also offers a beautiful destination for star gazers, as well as some of the country’s best salmon fishing. Spend the night in nature with a cabin rental in the forest, pitch a tent under the stars, or rent a caravan and drive the Yorkshire Dales before stopping at a holiday park with full amenities.

Where to go

Yorkshire Dales National Park

Home to a number of villages, Yorkshire Dales is a popular destination for hikes and history explorations. Tackle the 23-mile loop through Three Peaks, where a challenging hike rewards campers with summit views over the park. Stop in at Dales Countryside Museum for a look into local history, or stay overnight and admire the skies in the Dark Sky Reserve. Campers can enjoy convenient park access with several hikes that connect to transit stops, then relax on “quiet site” tent pitches for a peaceful night in nature.

Nidderdale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty

Just east of Kettlewell and adjacent to Yorkshire Dales, Nidderdale offers an easily accessible journey into Yorkshire’s moors. Discover 560 miles of public walking paths through valleys and meadows, or explore Nidderdale’s highs and lows with a climb up Brimham Rocks and an ascent down into Manchester Hole. Stay in the trees with a unique camping experience in a treehouse, or embrace simplicity with tent and caravan sites in the park.

Forest of Bowland Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty

Beloved for its remote hillsides and tranquil moorland walks, Bowland AONB is a popular destination for peaceful camping excursions in Lancashire. Linger in a cottage or glamping pod, or pitch a tent under the stars and admire one of the AONB’s Dark Sky Discovery Sites. Walking routes like Riverside Walk and Bell Skyes Hay Meadow Walk meander through a number of villages in the forest as well as scenic natural spaces. Or try trout and salmon fishing to enjoy the bounty of Bowland.

When to go

Kettlewell is warmest in July, when average temperatures of 20℃ make for comfortable camping and walks through the forest. May is popular for dryer weather, sunny days, and slightly fewer crowds. Though winter is colder and often has some snowfall, heated cabin rentals and glamping sites are open year-round to stay warm.