94% (1.5K) • 2,716 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Alton
Brook Farm
1. Brook Farm
90%
(24)
9.2km from Alton · 10 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Camping in a farmer’s field just south of the Peak District National Park
Pets
Campfires
Potable water
Intake Farm
2. Intake Farm
99%
(74)
9.7km from Alton · 7 units · Tents, Glamping
Quirky glamping and nearly wild camping on a farm in Staffordshire
Pets
Campfires
Showers
Camping at The Hollies
3. Camping at The Hollies
96%
(274)
19km from Alton · 50 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Back-to-basics camping at the foot of the Roaches in the Peak District National Park
Pets
Campfires
Showers
Great Haywood Canalside Campsite
4. Great Haywood Canalside Campsite
97%
(60)
20km from Alton · 10 units · Tents, Motorhomes
The simplest of canalside campsites with narrowboats chugging past and an award-winning farm shop over the road
Pets
Campfires
Potable water
The White Lodge
5. The White Lodge
92%
(66)
20km from Alton · 5 units · Tents, Motorhomes
A traditional campsite close to Staffordshire’s canals, river, and stately homes.
Pets
Campfires
Showers
Peake's Retreats
6. Peake's Retreats
100%
(13)
22km from Alton · 3 units
Luxury yurt glamping near the Peak District where, from the tiny-toiletries to the family-sized hot tub, every single detail is covered
Pets
Showers
Campfires
Chrome Hill Campers
7. Chrome Hill Campers
98%
(48)
24km from Alton · 5 units
Far reaching views from one of the highest touring site in England, overlooking Chrome Hill in the picturesque village of Hollinsclough in Staffordshire
The site only accepts campervans and has 5 pitches available. This is a new site and has new toilet and shower facilities, water and waste disposal points and also there is a secure paddock area for children to play.
Pets
Gollin Farm Shepherds Hut
8. Gollin Farm Shepherds Hut
100%
(16)
25km from Alton · 2 units
Cosy and romantic shepherd's hut glamping in the heart, and at the highest heights, of the Peak District National Park
Showers
Campfires
Wifi
Chase Camping
9. Chase Camping
97%
(59)
25km from Alton · 42 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Tent camping and bell tents for hire on a family farm within easy walking distance of Cannock Chase Forest
Pets
Showers
Potable water
Peak Glamping Hideaway
10. Peak Glamping Hideaway
100%
(12)
25km from Alton · 3 units
Glamping literally reaches new heights in the Peak District National Park
Showers
Campfires
Wifi
Tackeroo Campsite
11. Tackeroo Campsite
96%
(77)
26km from Alton · 49 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Basic pitches (without toilet facilities) in Forestry Commission-owned woods beside a renowned mountain biking trail
Pets
Potable water
Picnic table
Peak Pods
12. Peak Pods
100%
(43)
28km from Alton · 4 units
Family-sized en suite glamping pods in the Peak District
Showers
Campfires
Wifi
White Peak Camping
13. White Peak Camping
98%
(624)
30km from Alton · 25 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Camping on a Peak District farm near the Monsal Trail
Pets
Campfires
Potable water
The Duchess's Meadow
14. The Duchess's Meadow
100%
(18)
32km from Alton · 2 units
Tucked away in peaceful woodland yet just a short stroll from the vibrant heart of Buxton, The Duchess’s Meadow offers the perfect blend of nature, history, and convenience.
Set within the private grounds of Corbar Hill House — originally built in the 1850s as a retreat for the Mistress of the 7th Duke of Devonshire — our site sits amid tranquil trees and abundant wildlife. Expect to spot owls, rabbits, woodpeckers, and even the occasional stoat and deer, all against a backdrop of panoramic views across Buxton and the Peak District.
Our family fell in love with this land and set out to create a welcoming space where visitors can relax, recharge, and enjoy the beauty of the area. Whether you’re here for a peaceful stopover or a longer stay, you’ll find yourself surrounded by nature yet just a 10-minute walk from Buxton’s bustling town centre.
Buxton is famed for its natural thermal spring water, elegant Georgian and Victorian architecture, and rich cultural scene. Home to the magnificent Buxton Crescent, the Opera House, and the gateway to the Peak District National Park, it’s the ideal base for exploring Derbyshire’s scenic walks, limestone caves, and charming villages.
At The Duchess’s Meadow, you’ll experience the best of both worlds — the calm of the countryside and the charm of a historic spa town, all from the comfort of your motorhome.
Please note - it is a fairly steep short drive up to the pitches. Nobody has really struggled but worth noting.
Electrical hookup
Water hookup
Tipsy Tree Glamping
15. Tipsy Tree Glamping
100%
(20)
33km from Alton · 3 units
Quirky eco-friendly glamping ideal for a rural road-trip
Pets
Showers
Campfires
White House Farm Campsite, Wardlow
16. White House Farm Campsite, Wardlow
91%
(108)
35km from Alton · 61 units · Tents, Motorhomes
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.
Pets
Campfires
Showers
Damside Campsite
17. Damside Campsite
98%
(26)
36km from Alton · 10 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Well-maintained and peaceful wild camping site in the Peak District
Buxton 15 minutes’ drive; Chatsworth House half an hour
Dogs welcome; 10 minutes’ walk from a pub; nearby playground
Just how remote would you like your holiday accommodation to be? If the answer is fair to middling, Damside Campsite might just be the place for you: this pop-up spot is surrounded by the glorious wilderness of Peak District National Park. Doesn’t get much more blissfully peaceful than that – except for the occasional lowing cow, all is stillness here.
Having said that, don’t worry: you won’t have to scramble across hills and dales for a pint: a traditional pub serving real ales and home-cooked food is right in the village of Peak Forest, a 20-minute walk away. Both the site and the pub welcome dogs, though it might be wise to keep them on a lead when walking past the farm animals.
This is wild camping; facilities might not be abundant (there are no showers), but they are well maintained and include a portable toilet and a washing-up area. There is also fresh running water, and you’re welcome to start a campfire or a barbecue. You can grab essentials in the village shop, or head to Chapel-en-le-Frith (10 minutes) or Buxton (15 minutes).
If you’re here with the kids, the flat, grassy field where you’ll set up your tent makes for an excellent play area on which to run around, kick a ball or fly a kite. A nearby playground has swings, slides, a small adventure course and a multisport pitch.
Walking paths start from right outside the farm, or you can drive to hiking areas like Chee Dale Stepping Stones (10 minutes), a dramatic gorge on the River Wye.
Pets
Campfires
Potable water
Sweet Knoll camping
18. Sweet Knoll camping
92%
(12)
38km from Alton · 50 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Sweet Knoll Farm, with six acres of flat land, is ideal for camping with breathtaking views in the Peak District
. It is great for walking, cycling, horse riding and caving.
Next to a working farm, it is surrounded by sheep grazing and is next to the Pennine Bridle Way. Castleton a short drive away is famous for its caverns blue john and speedwell.
The campsite has toilets and showers,washing up facilities indoor and outdoor.Fresh drinking water and picnic tables.
Pets
Campfires
Potable water
Lambs Glamping
19. Lambs Glamping
96%
(28)
39km from Alton · 3 units
Luxury pod glamping on the edge of the Peak District National Park
Showers
Hot Tub
Potable water
Secret Wood Glamping
20. Secret Wood Glamping
95%
(22)
42km from Alton · 1 unit
A private woodland and stream all to yourself, with one spacious bell tent and a hot tub beneath the stars
Pets
Showers
Campfires
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
A
Anna
2 weeks ago
5 m car
Nice campsite, basic amenities, lovely walks. Would recommend
See more
R
Richard
2 weeks ago
3 m campervan
With pets
Very clean and well looked after camp site very friendly and clean toilets and washing area plenty of space it was very busy and there was still plenty of room will definitely go back and stay again
See more
Dale
2 weeks ago
5 m rooftop tent
Site was nice, clean and relatively flat, great spot to stay for walking round the local area and some good routes locally for green laning. Would definitely recommend this site to others.
See moreL
Lisa
2 weeks ago
Tent
With kids
Lovely place to camp, lovely location and nice views all round, had a lovely weekend
See more
K
Katie
2 weeks ago
Tent
Had a great weekend camping here. Beautiful view of the hills right in front of us. Cute lil rope swing for the kids, surprisingly good toilets & plenty of free fire pits.
At times, feels a little overcrowded, but overall a great value for money.
See more
Richard
2 weeks ago
Tent
With kids
Lovely family run site, clean and well maintained. Most people follow and respect the rules. We were unlucky on our first night (lower field) that a group in campers set up a party, being extremely loud until 1pm ignoring rules, however the owner did come down and explain it to them again and it stopped. All other campers were lovely and friendly. The following night was much better. Lovely walks along the canal and river with easy access to Shugborough estate so perfect for a few nights of local exploring. If you enjoy fishing you can set up along the canal for a few hours direclty off the site. The canal side garden centre with cafe and shop is a small walk up the road and the Clifford Arms pub the other. A local Spar shop is also within an easy walk with Alid 10 mins away by car. Everything was very reasonably priced and perfect for a short trip away. Thank you to the owners.
See more
J
Jonathan
2 weeks ago
5 m campervan
If you are looking for a peaceful, scenic place to pull up for the night in a campervan, Chrome Hill Campers near Hollinsclough is an absolute gem. Capped at just five pitches, it gives you all the quiet and privacy you could ask for without feeling overcrowded.
The shared toilet and shower block is modern, piping hot, and kept exceptionally clean. There is also a fresh water station, chemical disposal point, and outdoor dishwashing area.
See moreS
Simon
2 weeks ago
5 m campervan
With pets
Lovely little campsite with excellent views and well maintained facilities. It was a pleasure to stay here and would definitely consider returning for another night.
See more
C
Claire
2 weeks ago
Tent
Group trip
Lovely choice of fields to camp in and beautiful views. Louise and team were really helpful when our gas cylinder began to leak. Quiet at night, but like other reviews hot water for washing up would be appreciated.
See moreM
Mickaela
3 weeks ago
Tent
Me and my friends loved it here! Everyone is friendly and welcoming, thank you :)
See more
J
Jake
3 weeks ago
Tent
With kids
Great stay at Intake farm the animals and the staff were delightful- will certainly be paying them a return visit - the woodland camping area and off grid style were enchanting for the kids as promised :) 100% recommended :) my daughter tried to kidnap “secret”
the goat - she was well and truly smitten
See more
O
Owen
3 weeks ago
6 m rooftop tent
Amazing, such a quiet peaceful area. Had the best time will definitely be returning. Very clean and friendly people.
Thank you
See moreM
Martin
3 weeks ago
4 m campervan
We had a lovely stay at White Peak Camping. It’s in a great location, with beautiful surroundings and some fantastic walks right on the doorstep.
A perfect spot if you’re looking to get away, enjoy the countryside and spend some quality time outdoors.
See moreH
Hunter
3 weeks ago
Tent
Absolutely loved this site, amazing hosts and friendly people
See moreF
Filip
3 weeks ago
Tent
With pets
A fantastic campsite and a perfect base for exploring the Peak District. It’s ideal for families, and my kids absolutely love this place. During our last stay, they made some new friends and had a brilliant time.
We’ll definitely be coming back again! Highly recommended. 😊
See moreP
Piaa
3 weeks ago
Tent
With kids
We had a lovely camping trip yesterday and really enjoyed our stay. The campsite was peaceful, the surroundings were beautiful, and it was a great experience for the whole family. The kids especially had a great time.
Everything was enjoyable, and we would definitely love to come back again. Thank you for making our camping trip so memorable! 🏕️😊
See moreS
Sarah
3 weeks ago
4 m campervan
With pets
Loved camping there. Does get very busy during weekend and school holidays but it is a great site.
See moreJ
Jan
3 weeks ago
Tent
With pets
Lovely site, natural, relaxed and easy going, set in beautiful countryside
See moreL
Lenka
3 weeks ago
Tent
Very helpful accommodative hosts and a lovely location!
See moreL
Lucy
3 weeks ago
Tent
Great space for camping, right on the edge of plenty of walking routes and the hosts were great at ensuring the campsite was safe and that we all had what we needed 🙌
See moreAlton camping guide
Where to go
Shropshire Hills AONB
Choose from glamping pods, campgrounds, or full-service caravan parks close to this Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty situated on the Wales-England border. The Shropshire Hills AONB is known for rolling hills, working farms, and acres of woodland which can be explored on foot, by bike, or on horseback. Watersports fans are catered to as well, as you can also go canoeing in this inland beauty spot.
Cannock Chase
This Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, just 45 minutes from Alton, is a family-friendly destination that boasts treetop adventure rope courses, horseback riding opportunities, and a network of accessible footpaths and cycling routes for laidback woodland exploration. Set up camp in the AONB proper or opt for a caravan park, glamping site, or campground nearby to make the most of this underrated West Midlands destination.
Peak District National Park
Straddling the border between Derbyshire and West Yorkshire, the Peak District National Park is a walker’s ideal destination that’s also home to watersports spots (like Tittesworth Reservoir), mountain biking trails, and former spa towns such as Buxton and Bakewell. Campers have plenty of options here too, from back-to-basics campgrounds overlooking heather-clad hillside to private caravan parks and glamping sites.
When to go
Like most of the UK, the best time to visit Alton is during the sunnier summer months when it’s warmer. However, spring is also fantastic in this region, as seasonal wildflowers start to bloom and there are fewer crowds. Autumn is a good option for campers who don’t mind the cold or for caravanners looking to make the most of down season prices. Just come prepared for year-round rainfall in this part of the world.
Know before you go
- Alton is home to the eponymous Alton Towers theme park, a great family-friendly destination that gets extremely busy during the school holidays (Easter, July, and August). Visit midweek and outside of these dates for a quieter experience.
- Alton is a small village and, as such, doesn’t have the camping and outdoor supply stores of nearby Stoke-on-Trent or Derby. Stock up before setting up camp in Alton.
- There’s no train station in Alton, so it’s best to arrive by car or the X41 bus. The closest train station is in nearby Uttoxeter.
