Riverside Camping in Peak District National Park

Pitch your tent beside winding rivers in the Peak District National Park, with over 40 options for classic camping right by the water. Prices start at just £17 a night, with most spots averaging around £130. Top picks include The White Lodge (33 reviews), Great Haywood Canalside Campsite (31 reviews), and Little Ranch Glamping (8 reviews), all praised by regulars for their riverside access. Fishing rods clatter on the banks, wild swimmers cut through clear water, and climbers eye up gritstone edges just minutes from camp. Facilities like toilets and showers are standard, and you can end your day with a campfire. There’s no need to pack out your rubbish—sites here make it simple. If you want river camping in the Peaks, you’re spoiled for choice.

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Top-rated campgrounds

Pitch your tent beside winding rivers in the Peak District National Park, with over 40 options for classic camping right by the water. Prices start at just £17 a night, with most spots averaging around £130. Top picks include The White Lodge (33 reviews), Great Haywood Canalside Campsite (31 reviews), and Little Ranch Glamping (8 reviews), all praised by regulars for their riverside access. Fishing rods clatter on the banks, wild swimmers cut through clear water, and climbers eye up gritstone edges just minutes from camp. Facilities like toilets and showers are standard, and you can end your day with a campfire. There’s no need to pack out your rubbish—sites here make it simple. If you want river camping in the Peaks, you’re spoiled for choice.

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Top-rated campgrounds

1. River Dove Camp

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10 units · Tents · Ashbourne, Derbyshire, East Midlands

A perfectly simple, riverside Hipcamp on the edge of the Peak District

2. Little Ranch Glamping

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3 units · Glamping · Nantwich, England

Glamping on a charming smallholding beside the Llangollen Canal

3. Great Haywood Canalside Campsite

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8 units · Tents · Staffordshire, West Midlands

The simplest of canalside campsites with narrowboats chugging past and an award-winning farm shop over the road

4. Press Brook Park

1 unit · Glamping · England

Press Brook Park is in the village of Holmgate near Clay Cross. The site is situated in the countryside however still within walking distance to a dog friendly pub and farm shop with tea room.

5. RHC & Glamping

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6 units · Glamping · Lancashire, North West England

Hi Hipcampers, We are a 15 acre site of hillsides and woodlands, with woodland paths a few beautiful ponds and a small river! We have fabulous views to of the hills to be enjoyed. Theres lots of wildlife here from deer to Canadian geese. We have some stone fire pits for our guests to use foc! We have a games room and lots of children swings and activities.

6. The White Lodge

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5 units · Tents, Motorhomes · Cannock Chase, Staffordshire, West Midlands

A traditional campsite close to Staffordshire’s canals, river, and stately homes.

7. Primrose Cottage Camping

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13 units · Tents, Motorhomes · Chorley, England

A quiet adult-only site (this site does not cater for children), with tents and campervans only, nestled below Healey Nab in the Lancashire Countryside. Rustic and back to basics is what this site is all about. Set amid spectacular countryside, grassy fields, woodland and streams to boot! Well behaved four legged friends are more than welcome. Campfires and good times allowed. *Please note loud music is not allowed.* Flat walks are a plenty along the Leeds and Liverpool canal or maybe a circular walk to white White Coppice might float your boat? For the hill walkers amongst us there is Great Hill and Rivington Pike to climb. Within walking distance or a few minutes drive there is pub at the end of the lane and local shops within the vicinity for those last minute snacks. Chorley town centre is 10 minutes drive away and we are close to the M61 which can take you to the Lake district in less than an hour, Manchester or Blackpool are roughly 30 Minutes away.

8. Whitelee Farm Shepherd Huts

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2 units · Glamping · Cheshire, North West England

Romantic en-suite shepherds huts on a riverside farm in the Peak District National Park.

Camper favorites in and near Peak District National Park

Top-rated campgrounds reviewed by the Hipcamp community.

Press Brook Park

1 unit · Glamping · England

Press Brook Park is in the village of Holmgate near Clay Cross. The site is situated in the countryside however still within walking distance to a dog friendly pub and farm shop with tea room.

RHC & Glamping

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6 units · Glamping · Lancashire, North West England

Hi Hipcampers, We are a 15 acre site of hillsides and woodlands, with woodland paths a few beautiful ponds and a small river! We have fabulous views to of the hills to be enjoyed. Theres lots of wildlife here from deer to Canadian geese. We have some stone fire pits for our guests to use foc! We have a games room and lots of children swings and activities.

The White Lodge

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(55)

5 units · Tents, Motorhomes · Cannock Chase, Staffordshire, West Midlands

A traditional campsite close to Staffordshire’s canals, river, and stately homes.

Primrose Cottage Camping

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13 units · Tents, Motorhomes · Chorley, England

A quiet adult-only site (this site does not cater for children), with tents and campervans only, nestled below Healey Nab in the Lancashire Countryside. Rustic and back to basics is what this site is all about. Set amid spectacular countryside, grassy fields, woodland and streams to boot! Well behaved four legged friends are more than welcome. Campfires and good times allowed. *Please note loud music is not allowed.* Flat walks are a plenty along the Leeds and Liverpool canal or maybe a circular walk to white White Coppice might float your boat? For the hill walkers amongst us there is Great Hill and Rivington Pike to climb. Within walking distance or a few minutes drive there is pub at the end of the lane and local shops within the vicinity for those last minute snacks. Chorley town centre is 10 minutes drive away and we are close to the M61 which can take you to the Lake district in less than an hour, Manchester or Blackpool are roughly 30 Minutes away.

Whitelee Farm Shepherd Huts

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(6)

2 units · Glamping · Cheshire, North West England

Romantic en-suite shepherds huts on a riverside farm in the Peak District National Park.

Stories from the community

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Hussain

September 2025

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to River Dove Camp

Alex was very helpful and kind. He accommodated all our needs and made sure we had a comfortable stay.

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Keith

September 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to The White Lodge

Really good staff, and pleasant location. Only stayed a couple of nights, but was really pleased with the conditions.

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susan

August 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Great Haywood Canalside Campsite

Lovely field for camping and enjoying its natural beauty

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Ian

August 2025

Tent

With kids

3 nights at River Dove Camp

Lovely spot, nice and private. Host was great, helpful and friendly Would book again without hesitation

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Sapphira

August 2025

Tent

With kids

1 night at River Dove Camp

Lovely, quiet spot. So picturesque and peaceful. Had a great stay with the family.

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Emily

August 2025

3 m travel trailer

2 nights at The White Lodge

It was our first time camping with our new teardrop camper and we definitely chose the right place! David was so lovely and helped me to reverse it onto the pitch. Due to bad reviews I expected the facilities to be dirty but they were far from it! Very clean and plenty of toilet roll! As for the location, it’s amazing for people who love walking, we had a few hours walk down the canal and I definitely recommend walking across the road to the Riverside cafe for some lunch. Other than that there’s not much to do unless you want to drive into Stafford Centre but perfect for a quiet chilled couple of nights!

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Helen

August 2025

Tent

With pets

2 nights at River Dove Camp

Basic but exactly what we needed. Stayed with 3 teenage boys who spent most the time in the river or round the campfire. Loo and drinking tap were a bit of a trek. Alex and family were very welcoming.

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Fiona

August 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Great Haywood Canalside Campsite

A lovely clean campsite with plenty of activities to do locally. There is someone on site all of the time which is reassuring . We had a beautiful spot right overlooking the canal junction . We had a great 3 night stay at Great Haywood . Thank you so much

Shanine

August 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Great Haywood Canalside Campsite

Lovely view! Farm Shop opposite where we got ice cream, fresh milkshake and fresh pizza cooked! Then we went on a walk past the canals and found Essex bridge where the kids swam with other children in a river! Kids had the best time!

Eddie

August 2025

With kids

1 night at Little Ranch Glamping

Loved it! Beds were so comfortable and the cabin was well thought out. Petting zoo was great for the kiddos. Would definitely stay here again!

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Nicola

August 2025

Tent

With kids

1 night at River Dove Camp

Really peaceful, magical spot. Stayed as a group of four adults and 10 kids. Loved having the whole field to ourselves and a gorgeous stream to swim in. Bliss x

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Effie

August 2025

Tent

With kids

1 night at River Dove Camp

Absolutely fabulous camping spot, we were 4 adults and 10 kids ten and under and it was great to have so much space for them to run around, and the river to cool off in. It is absolutely no frills, just one compost toilet and a water tap, but that’s all you really need!

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Jenny

August 2025

Tent

With kids

1 night at River Dove Camp

One night, 10 kids and 4 adults! We stayed at the weir side, expecting a stay in the wild. Having had to re book due to a storm the previous weekend, Alex put up two hammocks, and with the fire, an empty field bar a few sheep, a bouldery climb to the paddling area and a laddered climb to a dip, we were totally entertained for our stay. Alex gave good chat, the chickens were entertaining, and most importantly for us, the kids were able to be wild and loud and free.

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Trudi

August 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to The White Lodge

Clean washrooms and toilet amenities. On site bar and entertainment was excellent. Short walk to town, shops and pubs. Highly recommend.

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Sarah

July 2025

With kids

3 nights at Little Ranch Glamping

We had a lovely stay at Little Ranch. Rod made us feel so welcome and our daughter loved exploring the farm and meeting the animals. The hut is beautifully designed being both spacious and and cosy, with everything you need to relax and enjoy your stay. The little extras on arrival really made it special. We enjoyed some nice walks along the canal, evenings toasting marshmallows by the fire and just really appreciated the peaceful location. We highly recommend Little Ranch and hope to be back again soon!

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Lindz

July 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Little Ranch Glamping

It was a really relaxing get away, the cabin is beautiful and well made. The canal view is really tranquil and calming. The cabin is well equipped and the beds are lovely The animals onsite were adorable. Lovely play area for the kids. A nice little place to escape to.

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Ian

June 2025

Tent

1 night at Great Haywood Canalside Campsite

Great little spot by the canal. Facilities are quite basic but the swans and goslings more than made up for it.

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Amanda

June 2025

5 m car

1 night at The White Lodge

Lovely clean, spacious camping site, Friendly hosts and in a great location. River Trent next door, lovely walk along the canal & lovely garden centre opposite. In fact we liked it so much we stayed an extra night 😊

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Sarah

June 2025

6 m pop-up camper

With pets

3 nights at The White Lodge

Views and location was amazing, we had such a lovely time just enjoy the scenery and the peace and quiet. Camp site has everything you need. Just gutted we had only booked the 3 nights, which we would of booked longer. Thank you!

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Emma

June 2025

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Great Haywood Canalside Campsite

Second visit to this campsite, such a great spot next to the canal and the farm shop across the road. I'm sure we will be back again!