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Stenson Hill Farm
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Derby

Stenson Hill Farm

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52.876°N, 1.519°W
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The low sun catches the Trent Valley from Stenson Hill, throwing long shadows across fields that roll gently away toward Derby's southern edge.

This is a quiet spot for couples or small families after something more sheltered than canvas — timber pods and chalets tucked into working farmland, with the city close enough for supplies but the night sky properly dark. Dog owners should ask ahead, and the campfire policy varies, so worth checking when you arrive. It suits anyone who wants a rural feel without venturing deep into the Peaks, and makes a sensible base for exploring Derbyshire's market towns or the potteries just over the Staffordshire line.

Facilities aren't listed in detail, so expect a straightforward, no-frills setup — this is a farm site, not a resort. The vibe feels unpretentious and low-key, the kind of place where you hear tractors in the morning and little else after dark. Practical, peaceful, and properly offline.

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Weather Outlook
Current Conditions
18°C
Clear
8 mph
63%
7-Day Outlook
Today
25° / 13°
0%
Sat
26° / 12°
4%
Sun
20° / 16°
37%
Mon
24° / 14°
0%
Tue
28° / 14°
14%
Wed
28° / 15°
27%
Thu
27° / 16°
10%
Source: Open-Meteo · Updated hourly
Walks Nearby

Local walks within 10 km

16 routes found via OpenStreetMap

Derby Nomad Way

Traces 79km across Derbyshire's undulating countryside with moderate to steep climbs through woodland, farmland and historic mining areas. Not suitable for buggies or young children due to length and terrain, though individual sections could work for families. Dogs welcome on leads near livestock. Offers genuine variety—limestone dales, industrial heritage sites, quiet villages—making it ideal for multi-day backpacking or cherry-picking scenic day segments like the White Peak sections.

Hiking routeRegional network
5.79 km from campsite
Route length: 79 km
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Amber Valley Routeway Walk 17

Follows well-maintained paths through Amber Valley's characteristic rolling countryside with moderate inclines that suit confident walkers. The terrain includes field edges, woodland tracks and some stiles, making it challenging for buggies but manageable for older children used to longer walks. Dogs welcome on leads near livestock. Rewards you with peaceful valley views and a genuine taste of Derbyshire's rural landscape away from busier honeypot trails.

Walking routeLocal network
8 km from campsite

Amber Valley Routeway Walk 9

Traces a scenic loop through Amber Valley's rolling countryside with gentle-to-moderate inclines and occasional steeper sections. Mostly suitable for older children but not buggy-friendly due to uneven paths and stiles. Dogs welcome on leads near livestock. Expect peaceful farmland views, woodland stretches, and quintessential Derbyshire scenery – ideal for a half-day countryside escape without the crowds of better-known Peak District routes.

Walking routeLocal network
8.4 km from campsite

Blue Walk

Walking route
8.91 km from campsite
Route length: 2.3 km
Operator: National Trust

Pink Walk

Walking route
9.09 km from campsite
Route length: 1.4 km
Operator: National Trust

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Fisheries within 10 km

7 found · OpenStreetMap
  • Robin Wood Lakes
    5.76 km
    Managed fisheryDay tickets available
  • Burton Sailing Club
    6.12 km
    Managed fishery
  • Chicken Shed
    7.53 km
    Day-ticket / commercial water
  • Chicken Shed
    7.56 km
    Day-ticket / commercial water
  • Derwent Valley Fishery
    8.51 km
    Managed fishery

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