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Derbyshire, Central

Ashbourne Camping and Caravanning Club Site

— (0)Price on Pitchup53.018°N, 1.733°W
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The morning light filters through ancient ash trees as wood pigeons call across this peaceful site on Ashbourne's southern edge, where limestone walls frame views across quintessential Peak District countryside.

Located where the Staffordshire moorlands meet the Derbyshire Dales, this Camping and Caravanning Club site makes an ideal base for walkers tackling the Tissington Trail or exploring nearby Dovedale's famous stepping stones. The historic market town of Ashbourne, known for its antique shops and Georgian architecture, sits within easy reach. Families appreciate the combination of rural calm and accessible Peak District attractions, whilst couples come for walking weekends and village pub suppers.

The site provides essential facilities including heated toilet blocks and showers, with pitches accommodating tents, campervans and caravans throughout the year. Ask about campfire policies on arrival. The atmosphere balances Club site friendliness with that wonderfully restorative Peak District stillness – perfect after a day scrambling up Thorpe Cloud or cycling the traffic-free trails.

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12°C
Partly cloudy
11 mph
80%
7-Day Outlook
Today
16° / 10°
4%
Sun
18° / 10°
0%
Mon
19° / 5°
18%
Tue
20° / 14°
70%
Wed
21° / 12°
68%
Thu
23° / 16°
37%
Fri
23° / 13°
49%
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Local walks within 10 km

24 routes found via OpenStreetMap

Royal Shrovetide Challenge Walk (down'ards)

Follows Ashbourne's historic Shrovetide football route through town streets and along the Henmore Brook valley. Mostly flat with gentle inclines, partly on pavements and field paths that can get muddy. Fine for older children who can manage 90 minutes, but cobbled sections and stiles make buggies impractical. Dogs welcome on leads through town. Captures the quirky spirit of this centuries-old football tradition, with plenty of pubs en route for refreshment stops.

Walking route
3.25 km from campsite

Royal Shrovetide Challenge Walk (up'ards)

Follows the traditional Up'ards territory of Ashbourne's famous Shrovetide football match through rolling Derbyshire countryside. Expect moderate inclines with some steep sections along field paths and quiet lanes. Suitable for older children (8+) with reasonable fitness, but not buggy-friendly due to stiles and uneven terrain. Dogs welcome on leads near livestock. A unique cultural ramble linking this historic town game's northern playing grounds with proper Peak District views.

Walking route
4.43 km from campsite

Walk Round Thorpe Cloud, Dovedale

Climbs steeply up Thorpe Cloud's iconic limestone cone (900ft) with rewarding valley views from the summit, then loops back down. The ascent is short but relentless—expect to work for it. Not suitable for buggies or very young children due to the gradient and uneven rocky path. Dogs welcome but keep them on leads near livestock and watch their footing on the descent. Worth it for big Peak District panoramas from a compact effort.

Dogs welcomeHiking routeLocal network
5.23 km from campsite
Route length: 1.2 km
Operator: National Trust
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Peak District Boundary Walk Stage 14

Tackles 12.4km of Peak District moorland with steep ascents and descents across varied terrain including rocky paths and open hillside. Not suitable for buggies or young children due to length, elevation changes, and remote sections. Dogs welcome but must be under close control near livestock and during ground-nesting bird season. Rewards effort with dramatic upland scenery, sweeping views across the Peak District boundary, and a genuine sense of wilderness walking that showcases why this Nation

Hiking routeRegional network
6.53 km from campsite
Route length: 12.4 km
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Ilam Park to Dovedale Stepping Stones Trail, Ilam Park

Follows a gentle riverside path through the stunning limestone valley of Dovedale, mostly flat with one short climb returning via Ilam Hall. Perfect for families with young children and buggies can manage the outward section, though the stepping stones themselves aren't pushchair-friendly. Dogs welcome on leads due to livestock. The famous stepping stones crossing the River Dove are genuinely charming and make a brilliant photo spot, plus the dramatic rock formations like Thorpe Cloud looming ov

Dogs welcomeHiking routeLocal network
5.74 km from campsite
Route length: 2.4 km
Operator: National Trust
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