In the heart of walking country, Crowden Camping and Caravanning Club Site is at the end of a challenging stretch of the Pennine Way with incredible views of the Peak District National Park - you might even spot falcons, eagles and red kites.
Crowden is the perfect site for walkers in the Dark Peak region of the Peak District National Park, and the urban attractions of Manchester, Liverpool and Sheffield are all less than an hour's drive away. Pitch up at grass or hardstanding pitches or try a hassle free stay in glamping safari tents and pods. Non-members welcome.
Open from 1 April to 31 October
Grass pitches with and without electric hook-ups.
Grass pitches with electric hook-ups.
Hardstanding pitches with electric hook-ups.
Max 6 people
Stylish glamping tents measuring 7m x 5m. Including two bedroom areas with real beds (one double and one bunk beds), sofa and kitchen/dining facilities. Sleeps six (or up to four adults). Sorry, no pets.
Max 4 people
Cosy pods with lighting, heating and a kettle socket. You'll need your own bed, towels and bedding. Sorry no pets. Sleeping up to three adults, or a family of two adults and two children.
This area is a haven for walkers and a popular route is the Longendale Trail on the old Woodhead railway line, which passes several reservoirs and is suitable for wheelchairs and pushchairs.
There are plenty of places to visit too. Holmfirth, the famous location for the BBC TV series Last of the Summer Wine, has several tearooms, while Castleton in the Hope Valley is home to several fascinating caverns.
The cosmopolitan attractions, sights, shopping, eating and entertainment options of Manchester, Liverpool and Sheffield are a handy drive away.
Longnor, Buxton, Longnor (21.9 miles)
Scenic and rural, adult only site in the heart of the Peak District. Onsite shop, dog walk and wash!
Macclesfield, (18.9 miles)
Peaceful ensuite pod in Macclesfield Forest, set by a charming pub and Ridgegate Reservoir. Dog friendly.
Chesterfield, (22.8 miles)
Ensuite glamping pods with private hot tubs on the edge of the Peak District. Just 15 minutes to Chatsworth House.
Water, Rossendale, Water (22.1 miles)
Touring and glamping pods ideally located in the Rossendale Valley with onsite play area, fishing lake and cafe.
Wincle, (22.4 miles)
In the Peak District by Macclesfield Forest, luxury dog-friendly ensuite pods with BBQs, and some with hot tubs!