Barn Farm Campsite
Barn Farm Campsite
4.86 /5
Barn Farm Campsite has got family camping and touring in the Peaks down to an art. Rated 5 pennants by the AA, they've also scooped a place on best camping lists in both the Guardian and Telegraph. With The Limestone Way on hand and both Bakewell and Matlock close by, come and explore this idyllic setting.
Winner of Best Campsite East Midlands in our 2023 Camping and Glamping Awards
Featured in our 2024 Outstanding Sites list of reliably excellent camping, glamping, and touring sites
5 star family camping and touring in the heart of the Peak District with onsite peacocks and alpacas
Abundant wildlife including deer and badgers, perfect for nature lovers
The Limestone Way plus plenty of footpaths nearby, a walker's delight
About Barn Farm Campsite
Set a handy 15 minutes from Bakewell and 20 minutes from Matlock, this scenic farm borders Stanton Moor and is in easy reach of the River Lathkill. The views are worth travelling for, with visits from deer and badgers, plus the popular Limestone Way walking path passes nearby too, ideal for keen hikers. A dedicated camping area is available just for tents - with one field open throughout the season and other fields used at certain times. All of the grass pitches allow up to six guests in tents, with plenty of space for everyone to enjoy the outdoors. There are also a set of 25 pitches that are exclusively for families with the adventure park nearby, while other pitches are open to all. Level electric grass pitches are also available for caravans, motorhomes, trailer tents and campervans, with waterpoints nearby. If you're bringing the tourer, you'll be treated to electric hardstanding pitches and space for an awning. Pitches can require levelling blocks, and all have great country views with up to four guests allowed. If you're travelling with a group, a spot in the camping barns will suit you perfectly. These can sleep up to 15 people and include a cooking area, cosy bunk beds, toasty heating and access to the shared facilities. For a touch of extra luxury, there are also two well equipped self-catering barns. For guests staying on bank holidays and some weekends, you'll be able to join in with family fun activities including fire work nights, pop up food vans and bars and local bands! There are even resident alpacas and peacocks to meet, a hit with the little ones. Dogs are also welcome to join you for your stay, with up to two allowed per pitch. Guests can also bring along the BBQ, just please ensure it is raised off the ground. Campfires are not permitted.
The family field is open from May until the end of September and the electric grass pitches are open from May until the end of August. Other areas are open from Easter until the end of October.
Site facilities include shower blocks with individual cubicles, toilets, baby changing, a pot washing area, games room, site shop, laundry and fridge/freezer area. There are some electrical sockets around the facilities. There is a wooden play area for children aged ten and younger. Free WiFi is available around reception and the site has a good 4G signal.
The Red Lion Inn is a five minute walk from the site and serves food.
Adult only
Allow commercial vans
Allow pets
Bike hire
CafΓ© / restaurant
Communal BBQ
Disabled facilities
Drinking water
Electric hookups
Entertainment
Family friendly
Fires allowed
Fishing
Games room
Glamping
Golf
Horse riding
Hot tub
Internet access
Kids club
Kids playground
Laundry
Near beach
Near pub
Open year round
Peaceful
RV pitches
Shop
Showers
Swimming pool
Toilets
TV room
Vineyard
Water hookups
Watersports
W.C. disposal
There are 269 accommodation options on-site
Bookable pitches and accommodation options
25 x Non Electric Grass Tent Pitches (Field 1)
Max 6 people
Pitches in camping field one for tents, without electric. This field is gradually sloping. Camper vans and trailer tents are not permitted in the camping fields.
200 x Large Overflow Field Pitches (Field 2)
Max 6 people
Overflow pitches in the camping field two for tents, without electric. Campervans and trailer tents are not permitted in the camping fields.
25 x Family Playground Field Non Electric Pitches (Field 4)
Max 6 people
Non-electric grass pitches for tents within the children's playground field - designated for families only. The field is gradually sloping. Campervans and trailer tents are not permitted in the camping fields.
3 x Electric Grass Touring Pitches
Max 6 people
Grass pitches with electric for caravans, motorhomes, trailer tents and campervans. Levelling blocks are required as not all pitches are level. Water points nearby.
13 x Electric Hardstanding Pitches
Max 6 people
Hardstanding pitches with electric for caravans, motorhomes, trailer tents and campervans. Levelling blocks are required as not all pitches are level. Water points nearby.
Other accommodation
3 x Camping Barns
Max 15 people
Cosy camping barns which sleep 6, 12, or 15 in bunk beds, with a fitted kitchen inside, dining area and heating. Access to shared WC and shower facilities close by.
4.86 /5
96%
would recommend
"Beautiful quiet location with all the amenities you will ever need"
Graham M - Aug 2024
"We don't want to try another campsite because we know we won't love it like we do Barn Farm"
Sarah S - Aug 2024
"Lovely, spacious campsite with lots of nearby walks that put you right in the heart of things"
Lisa B - Jul 2024
"Excellent base for walking routes around the Peaks. We will definitely be back!"
Louise D - Apr 2024
"All the facilities you could want and more and they are kept immaculate and spotlessly clean"
Jonathan A - Oct 2023
"Best campsite we've stopped at"
Charlie S - Aug 2023
Excellent
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Steve E
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A very nice stay, a warm welcome and very helpful in discussing walking routes. Great, clean and warm showers. It's a large site, with plenty of room as it was a quiet period.
Autumn weekend at barn farm
Recommends site
Beth H
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Lovely weekend at Barn Farm. It was pretty, there were lots of walk and a great friendly site. Make sure you take some levelling blocks, some of the pitches are quite sloped, but other than it was wonderful.
Beautiful and peaceful surroundings
Recommends site
Phil S
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Barn farm is a must visit site. There were beautiful views from all sides of the site. Surrounded by wildlife, not including the on site peacocks.
Site tariff
Things to do on site and in the Matlock area
Walkers will love The Limestone Way which meanders close by, but there is also a choice of 4 excellent footpaths for exploring. Stanton Moor is well worth a roam and the Nine Ladies stone circle is an ancient spot to uncover.
Lathkill Dale is also ideal for walking and there are popular local climbing areas at Robin Hood's Stride and the Catcliffe Rocks.
Kids will have a whale of a time at Gullivers Kingdom in Matlock Bath and the Heights of Abraham has superb views for anyone with a head for heights. Finish off the perfect day out with an amble through the elegant interior and gorgeous gardens at Chatsworth House.
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