- Camping with Campfires allowed
Campsites with campfires near Alton
93% (1.1K) • 821 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Alton
Brook Farm
1. Brook Farm
93%
(22)
9.2km from Alton · 20 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Camping in a farmer’s field just south of the Peak District National Park
Pets
Electrical hookup
Potable water
from
£20
/ night
River Dove Camp
2. River Dove Camp
100%
(105)
9.4km from Alton · 10 units
A perfectly simple, riverside Hipcamp on the edge of the Peak District
Pets
Showers
Potable water
from
£24
/ night
Intake Farm
3. Intake Farm
98%
(64)
9.7km from Alton · 7 units · Tents, Glamping
Quirky glamping and nearly wild camping on a farm in Staffordshire
Pets
Showers
Potable water
from
£15
/ night
Camping at The Hollies
4. Camping at The Hollies
95%
(232)
19km from Alton · 50 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Back-to-basics camping at the foot of the Roaches in the Peak District National Park
Pets
Showers
Potable water
from
£18
/ night
Great Haywood Canalside Campsite
5. Great Haywood Canalside Campsite
96%
(57)
20km from Alton · 8 units
The simplest of canalside campsites with narrowboats chugging past and an award-winning farm shop over the road
Pets
Potable water
from
£20
/ night
The White Lodge
6. The White Lodge
90%
(55)
20km from Alton · 5 units · Tents, Motorhomes
A traditional campsite close to Staffordshire’s canals, river, and stately homes.
Pets
Showers
Potable water
from
£18
/ night
Peake's Retreats
7. 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
Hot Tub
from
£190
/ night
Chrome Hill Campers
8. Chrome Hill Campers
98%
(22)
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 Derbyshire.
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
from
£25
/ night
Gollin Farm Shepherds Hut
9. Gollin Farm Shepherds Hut
100%
(16)
25km from Alton · 3 units
Cosy and romantic shepherd's hut glamping in the heart, and at the highest heights, of the Peak District National Park
Showers
Wifi
Potable water
from
£125
/ night
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
Wifi
Potable water
from
£100
/ night
Peak Pods
11. Peak Pods
100%
(43)
28km from Alton · 4 units
Family-sized en suite glamping pods in the Peak District
Showers
Wifi
Potable water
from
£97
/ night
White Peak Camping
12. White Peak Camping
99%
(465)
30km from Alton · 18 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Camping on a Peak District farm near the Monsal Trail
Pets
Potable water
Picnic table
from
£13
/ night
Tipsy Tree Glamping
13. Tipsy Tree Glamping
100%
(17)
33km from Alton · 4 units
Quirky eco-friendly glamping ideal for a rural road-trip
Pets
Showers
Hot Tub
from
£120
/ night
White House Farm Campsite, Wardlow
14. White House Farm Campsite, Wardlow
91%
(93)
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
Showers
Potable water
from
£24
/ night
Damside Campsite
15. Damside Campsite
96%
(14)
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
Potable water
from
£20
/ night
Secret Wood Glamping
16. Secret Wood Glamping
95%
(21)
42km from Alton · 10 units · Tents, Glamping
A private woodland and stream all to yourself, with one spacious bell tent and a hot tub beneath the stars
Pets
Showers
Potable water
from
£18
/ night
Fire and Stars Woodland Camping
17. Fire and Stars Woodland Camping
100%
(49)
44km from Alton · 5 units
Wild camping in the woods with campfires, starry skies and a pub just across the road
Pets
Showers
Picnic table
from
£49
/ night
Marbury Camp and Lodge
18. Marbury Camp and Lodge
97%
(15)
48km from Alton · 23 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Small, simple family run camping and glamping site on the Cheshire / Shropshire border with local market towns a stones throw away. Around an hour away from Manchester, Liverpool, Chester and Birmingham, but most definitely far enough away for a break from city life. Great pubs within 30 mins walking distance and close to Cycle Routes, Walking Routes, Farm Shop Cafes, Markets, Supermarkets, a Gin Distillery (open to the public), three wedding venues, a kids tree top adventure amusement park, just to name a few. If camping isn’t for you, book one of our 4 glamping pods complete with central heating, a shower/WC, TV and cooking facilities. Small licensed shop on site.
For the best rates, call 01948 502250. Hollyhurst Road, Marbury, SY13 4LY
Pets
Electrical hookup
Showers
from
£25
/ night
Worfe Camping
19. Worfe Camping
100%
(50)
50km from Alton · 7 units · Tents, Motorhomes
A riverside meadow with just six pitches for tents and campervans, each with its own toilet, shower and fire pit – and an unlimited supply of logs
Pets
Showers
Water hookup
from
£58
/ night
Nightingales Rustic Camping
20. Nightingales Rustic Camping
93%
(28)
52km from Alton · 15 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Back down the farm enjoying Warwickshire's beautiful countryside camping alongside a working farm.
Farm shop with our home reared meats and BBQ packs.
Relax or have a few glasses of wine around the camp fire.
Don't forget the Marshmallows. They are a perfect treat around the camp fire.
No Fixed pitches we camp alongside nature.
Pets
Showers
Potable water
from
£10
/ night
93% (1.1K) • 821 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Alton
Brook Farm
1. Brook Farm
93%
(22)
9.2km from Alton · 20 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Camping in a farmer’s field just south of the Peak District National Park
Pets
Electrical hookup
Potable water
from
£20
/ night
River Dove Camp
2. River Dove Camp
100%
(105)
9.4km from Alton · 10 units
A perfectly simple, riverside Hipcamp on the edge of the Peak District
Pets
Showers
Potable water
from
£24
/ night
Intake Farm
3. Intake Farm
98%
(64)
9.7km from Alton · 7 units · Tents, Glamping
Quirky glamping and nearly wild camping on a farm in Staffordshire
Pets
Showers
Potable water
from
£15
/ night
Camping at The Hollies
4. Camping at The Hollies
95%
(232)
19km from Alton · 50 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Back-to-basics camping at the foot of the Roaches in the Peak District National Park
Pets
Showers
Potable water
from
£18
/ night
Great Haywood Canalside Campsite
5. Great Haywood Canalside Campsite
96%
(57)
20km from Alton · 8 units
The simplest of canalside campsites with narrowboats chugging past and an award-winning farm shop over the road
Pets
Potable water
from
£20
/ night
The White Lodge
6. The White Lodge
90%
(55)
20km from Alton · 5 units · Tents, Motorhomes
A traditional campsite close to Staffordshire’s canals, river, and stately homes.
Pets
Showers
Potable water
from
£18
/ night
Peake's Retreats
7. 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
Hot Tub
from
£190
/ night
Chrome Hill Campers
8. Chrome Hill Campers
98%
(22)
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 Derbyshire.
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
from
£25
/ night
Gollin Farm Shepherds Hut
9. Gollin Farm Shepherds Hut
100%
(16)
25km from Alton · 3 units
Cosy and romantic shepherd's hut glamping in the heart, and at the highest heights, of the Peak District National Park
Showers
Wifi
Potable water
from
£125
/ night
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
Wifi
Potable water
from
£100
/ night
Peak Pods
11. Peak Pods
100%
(43)
28km from Alton · 4 units
Family-sized en suite glamping pods in the Peak District
Showers
Wifi
Potable water
from
£97
/ night
White Peak Camping
12. White Peak Camping
99%
(465)
30km from Alton · 18 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Camping on a Peak District farm near the Monsal Trail
Pets
Potable water
Picnic table
from
£13
/ night
Tipsy Tree Glamping
13. Tipsy Tree Glamping
100%
(17)
33km from Alton · 4 units
Quirky eco-friendly glamping ideal for a rural road-trip
Pets
Showers
Hot Tub
from
£120
/ night
White House Farm Campsite, Wardlow
14. White House Farm Campsite, Wardlow
91%
(93)
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
Showers
Potable water
from
£24
/ night
Damside Campsite
15. Damside Campsite
96%
(14)
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
Potable water
from
£20
/ night
Secret Wood Glamping
16. Secret Wood Glamping
95%
(21)
42km from Alton · 10 units · Tents, Glamping
A private woodland and stream all to yourself, with one spacious bell tent and a hot tub beneath the stars
Pets
Showers
Potable water
from
£18
/ night
Fire and Stars Woodland Camping
17. Fire and Stars Woodland Camping
100%
(49)
44km from Alton · 5 units
Wild camping in the woods with campfires, starry skies and a pub just across the road
Pets
Showers
Picnic table
from
£49
/ night
Marbury Camp and Lodge
18. Marbury Camp and Lodge
97%
(15)
48km from Alton · 23 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Small, simple family run camping and glamping site on the Cheshire / Shropshire border with local market towns a stones throw away. Around an hour away from Manchester, Liverpool, Chester and Birmingham, but most definitely far enough away for a break from city life. Great pubs within 30 mins walking distance and close to Cycle Routes, Walking Routes, Farm Shop Cafes, Markets, Supermarkets, a Gin Distillery (open to the public), three wedding venues, a kids tree top adventure amusement park, just to name a few. If camping isn’t for you, book one of our 4 glamping pods complete with central heating, a shower/WC, TV and cooking facilities. Small licensed shop on site.
For the best rates, call 01948 502250. Hollyhurst Road, Marbury, SY13 4LY
Pets
Electrical hookup
Showers
from
£25
/ night
Worfe Camping
19. Worfe Camping
100%
(50)
50km from Alton · 7 units · Tents, Motorhomes
A riverside meadow with just six pitches for tents and campervans, each with its own toilet, shower and fire pit – and an unlimited supply of logs
Pets
Showers
Water hookup
from
£58
/ night
Nightingales Rustic Camping
20. Nightingales Rustic Camping
93%
(28)
52km from Alton · 15 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Back down the farm enjoying Warwickshire's beautiful countryside camping alongside a working farm.
Farm shop with our home reared meats and BBQ packs.
Relax or have a few glasses of wine around the camp fire.
Don't forget the Marshmallows. They are a perfect treat around the camp fire.
No Fixed pitches we camp alongside nature.
Pets
Showers
Potable water
from
£10
/ night
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Nicholas
3 weeks ago
Tent
Group trip
Brilliant location, lovely view everything we needed 👍
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Hetty
January 2026
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Yadman
January 2026
2 nights at Peak Pods
We had a lovely stay. The pod was cozy, well-organized, and perfect for a relaxing getaway. We would happily recommend it to friends.
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Ujjwal
December 2025
Tent
The owner was very polite and welcoming… he showed me around … the campsite is good if you want to spend 1 or 2 nights close to nature… there is play area for kids as well …my overall experience was good … defined recommend it is your first camping trip like me…
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Samuel
December 2025
Tent
With pets
Camping on Charlotte’s land was perfect. Exactly as described, excellent views and Charlotte was very accommodating. Will be staying here again.
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antje
November 2025
4 m Class B
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White Peak Camping is such a beautiful and peaceful spot — absolutely loved our stay. The campsite is perfectly situated with easy access to stunning walks all around. The toilets were decent and clean, and the little phone-charging points are such a thoughtful touch if you need them. We also really appreciated the free fire pits, which made the evenings super cosy.
The owner, Janice, was great and very communicative, and her son Matt even came to check on us to make sure we didn’t get stuck with our van after the storm the night before. Really lovely people.
One thing to note is that they place strong emphasis on keeping noise down — no loud music at all — which we actually loved, because it made the whole place incredibly quiet, calm, and relaxing.
Highly recommend White Peak Camping if you’re looking for a beautiful, peaceful countryside escape. Thanks, Antje and Jay
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Luke
November 2025
4 m Class B
Really good location, short walk to a nice pub near a river. A quiet campsite with beautiful views!
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Graeme
November 2025
5 m Class B
With pets
We said we'd be back again and we were. Still great! Lovely location, great views, clean loos. Great if you just want the basics. Thanks again!
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Oliver
October 2025
6 m Class B
With pets
I went in October so it was really nice and quiet. Toilets were clean and it had a phone charging station. Good instructions for arriving
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Jamie
October 2025
Tent
Amazing owners camp site was clean and spaceful. Beautiful views around the campsite
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Rachel
October 2025
Tent
With kids
I literally never write reviews for anything even when I triple promise I will but this place is just that awesome. It's got all the essentials so makes it comfortable (even on a stormy Oct night first time camping alone with my daughter!) But not too much that you feel like you're cheating- the whole point for me was for it to feel challenging, hey you survived that dear daughter you can do anything (without her dying from exposure). The toilets were nicer and cleaner than all weatherspoons loos, 2 charging ports for phones and a sink, lots of bins for rubbish and a gorgeous site with beautiful views (& a cute little swing). The views of the peak district were just stunning on the way down too. Janice was amazing - she walked down to us in the pouring rain (after a full day's work) to check we had everything! We'll definitely be back again, possibly when it's a bit warmer
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Draven
October 2025
Tent
Me and my partner came here for a much needed city break by tent and it was honestly amazing! The shower and toilet are seperate facilities and both clean, there is a kitchen too with a gas stove for cooking! The site is near anywhere you'd like to drive or even walk to around the peak district, and in the actual site itself you can see all the altitude and beauty around you. The air is incredibly fresh, and the owners of the campsite are really sweet and helpful. Will definitely come back for our next trip to the peak district this summer, thank you for having us :)
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martyn
October 2025
Tent
With pets
Brilliant base camp site, stayed here for the third time. Plenty of walks near by lovely views. Toilets always kept clean. Will definitely be back again.
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Lesley
October 2025
5 m Class B
With pets
Lovely campsite, toilets and showers were spotless, beautiful views, we’ll definitely be back
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MICHELLE
October 2025
5 m car
With pets
A lovely rural quiet place to stay. Fantastic views and lovely walks right on the doorstep.
Beautiful rural quiet spot with fabulous views. Great value for money. Would 100% definitely recommend. A nice touch was the picnic benches and a tree swing.
The toilets were extremely clean and fully flushable with running water and hand soap/handtowel.
5* from me!
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Duncan
October 2025
Tent
With pets
Great spot, I was the only camper. Hiked 10km with my dog, put my tent up, cooked evening meal on my trangia on one of the wooden tables that are there, could have walked say 10 minutes to the pub but couldn’t be arsed, so just sat quietly with the dog enjoying the peace and quiet! Toilets are clean and there’s a cold water sink for washing up which is also v clean. Met the farmer on the way in, very pleasant chap. Great place! Hiked back to my car this morning. Lovely break from work!
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Gary
October 2025
Tent
Smashing location and a great base for walking to and around Millers Dale. I will return in the future.
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Mick
October 2025
4 m Class B
Simple back to basics site, toilet and wash facilities good and clean. Great location to wind down from daily stress and a beautiful open sky
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Isobel
October 2025
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Jonathan
October 2025
Tent
I visited solo (motorbike camping) mid-week and I was the only one here! I chose this site as I wanted a basic, quiet site to stopover for a night. It provided just that, so clean and quiet and such a pleasant stay. Granted it is next to a working farm so there were a few cows chattering through the night but all adds to the charm. Clean toilets (x3) and wash up block, no shower or hot water but not an issue for this stay. Free fire pit and wood was available for purchase although I did have my own this time. Overall a great, back to basics and quiet location located in a lovely part of the world ☺️
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Campsites with campfires near Alton 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.