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Derbyshire, Central

High Ashes Haven

— (0)Price on Pitchup53.235°N, 1.426°W
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The first light over the Peak District turns the limestone walls silver, and at High Ashes Haven you'll hear the skylarks before you've unzipped your tent.

This is proper Central Derbyshire camping — tent pitches, space for campervans and caravans, and the kind of landscape that draws walkers and cyclists who know the White Peak trails by heart. It suits couples after a quiet base for exploring the Peaks, families who don't need a playground to keep everyone happy, and anyone who'd rather wake to birdsong than a tannoy. The area's famous for its dry-stone villages, cave systems, and high moorland walks that start right from your doorstep.

You've got clean toilets and showers onsite — the essentials, nothing fancy. Campfires are worth asking about when you arrive, as policies can shift with the seasons. Expect a straightforward, no-frills spot where the landscape does the talking and you're left to get on with your own kind of trip.

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Weather Outlook
Current Conditions
19°C
Partly cloudy
8 mph
49%
7-Day Outlook
Today
19° / 10°
0%
Mon
19° / 11°
16%
Tue
22° / 12°
56%
Wed
21° / 15°
63%
Thu
23° / 13°
25%
Fri
26° / 16°
44%
Sat
25° / 17°
23%
Source: Open-Meteo · Updated hourly
Walks Nearby

Local walks within 10 km

29 routes found via OpenStreetMap

Chesterfield Round Walk

Circles Chesterfield through varied countryside and urban stretches, mixing canal towpaths, woodland trails and open farmland with some moderate climbs around the town's edges. Suitable for fit families but too long for one go with young children—tackle it in sections instead. Dogs welcome throughout. The route showcases Chesterfield's surprisingly green outskirts, with good views of the famous crooked spire from several vantage points, plus plenty of historical markers and wildlife spots along

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0.36 km from campsite
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Trans-Pennine Trail (Staveley to Chesterfield spur - alternative route)

Follows a former railway line with a flat, traffic-free path on compacted stone – perfect for families with buggies and young children. Dogs welcome and often off-lead in suitable sections. Gentle countryside views as you traverse from Staveley towards Chesterfield, making it ideal for a relaxed stroll or cycle without hills. The old railway heritage adds interest, with bridges and cuttings breaking up the landscape.

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3.04 km from campsite
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Trans-Pennine Trail (Staveley to Chesterfield spur)

Follows a disused railway line through former industrial landscapes, now green and surprisingly peaceful. Flat, traffic-free surface ideal for families, buggies, wheelchairs and cyclists sharing the path. Dogs welcome and love the uninterrupted stretches. Links two towns via woodland and open countryside, offering easy escape without navigation worries—perfect for a lazy morning stroll or purposeful walk between communities.

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3.65 km from campsite
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North Chesterfield Way

Loops through rolling Derbyshire countryside around North Chesterfield with moderate inclines and farm tracks that can get muddy after rain. Suitable for older children used to longer walks, but uneven ground and stiles make it tricky for buggies. Dogs welcome on leads near livestock. Offers proper Peak District edge views without the crowds, passing through quiet villages and traditional stone-walled fields—ideal for a half-day ramble with decent pub stops.

Walking routeLocal network
4.5 km from campsite

South Chesterfield Way

Winds through South Chesterfield's outskirts with mixed terrain—some gentle canal towpath stretches, occasional moderate inclines through woodland and open fields. Generally suitable for older children but less ideal for buggies due to uneven surfaces and stiles in sections. Dogs welcome on leads near livestock. Offers pleasant countryside views away from the town centre, connecting green spaces with local heritage sites including old colliery remains and historic bridges.

Walking routeLocal network
4.84 km from campsite

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