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Barracks Farm Caravan & Camping Site

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53.125°N, 1.818°W
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The morning mist rolls off the Dark Peak moorland here, catching in the dry-stone walls that crisscross the hills above Buxton.

This is a straightforward caravan and motorhome site that suits touring couples and anyone exploring the High Peak on four wheels — you're deep in walking country, with limestone dales and gritstone edges within easy reach, and Buxton's Georgian spa town close enough for provisions or a rainy-day wander. Dog owners should ask ahead, as policies vary. The pitch types are traditional touring pitches rather than tent meadows, so it's caravans and campervans that fit the bill here.

Facilities aren't detailed in the listings, so it's worth ringing ahead to check what's onsite — this feels like a working farm site where the basics are covered but frills are few. Campfires are a "check on arrival" matter, which usually means yes in a firepit, no on the grass. Expect a quiet, no-fuss atmosphere and the kind of Derbyshire silence that's broken only by curlews and the occasional tractor. Honest, unpretentious, proper Peak District.

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Walks Nearby

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21 routes found via OpenStreetMap

Peak Pilgrimage

Explores the dramatic gritstone edges and moorland of the Dark Peak, with steep ascents rewarding you with sweeping Pennine views. Terrain varies from well-maintained paths to rocky scrambles and exposed ridges—challenging underfoot, so not suitable for buggies or very young children. Dogs welcome but keep on leads near livestock and cliff edges. A proper Peak District adventure showcasing why this landscape inspired generations of walkers, combining natural beauty with that satisfying sense of

Hiking routeRegional network
1.71 km from campsite

Manifold Trail

Winds through the dramatic limestone valley of the Manifold, mostly flat with occasional gentle slopes along the former railway trackbed. Perfect for families and buggies—it's surfaced and wide. Dogs love it here. Offers stunning views of Thor's Cave perched high on the hillside, plus riverside meadows and wooded sections. A Peak District gem that feels remote without the effort.

Walking routeLocal network
3.3 km from campsite

Ilam Park to Wetton Circular Walk, Ilam Park

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Traverses rolling limestone hills and dramatic valleys across the White Peak, with sustained climbs including the steep ascent out of Dovedale and up to Wetton village. Not suitable for buggies or young children due to length, rough terrain, and stiles. Dogs welcome but must be under close control near livestock. Rewards with stunning views across the Manifold Valley, medieval packhorse routes, and classic Derbyshire scenery through National Trust land.

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5.75 km from campsite
Route length: 16 km
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Walk from Dovedale to Milldale, Dovedale

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Follows the River Dove through a stunning limestone valley with gentle gradients on well-maintained paths, though some stepping stones can be tricky when wet. Perfect for families with confident walkers (age 5+), but not suitable for buggies due to uneven terrain and river crossings. Dogs welcome and will love the shallow water access points. The dramatic rock formations, including the iconic Twelve Apostles pinnacles, make this one of the Peak District's most photographed walks.

Dogs welcomeHiking routeLocal network
6.31 km from campsite
Route length: 5 km
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Manifold Valley Circular Walk

Loops through a peaceful Staffordshire valley with gentle to moderate inclines along riverside paths and woodland tracks. Suitable for older children but uneven ground and occasional stiles make it tricky for buggies. Dogs welcome on leads near livestock. Combines pretty water meadows with shaded forest sections, plus glimpses of Thor's Cave perched dramatically on the hillside—a proper Peak District gem without the crowds.

Walking routeLocal network
6.6 km from campsite

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