Please note that this site doesn't provide showers and so guests must bring their own facilities if required.
Lathkill Wild Campsite is a family friendly campsite situated just ten minutes from Bakewell town, a great base for exploring the Peak District. There are wild grass pitches without electric, suitable for campers and tourers. Sit back and relax in peace or explore nearby trails and points of interest.
Why you'll love it at Lathkill Wild Campsite
Back to basics wild camping on a farm, meet the cows!
Located ten minutes from Bakewell, a great base for the Peak District
Ten minutes from an award winning pub, views over Lathkill Dale
About the site
This peaceful, back to basics campsite is perfect for anyone looking to reconnect with nature, just ten minutes from the town of Bakewell. There are grass pitches, none of which have electric and are suitable for tents, campervans, caravans and motorhomes. Switch off from the hustle and bustle of everyday life and enjoy this Peak District retreat, a lovely choice for families, groups or solo travellers. Dogs are welcome but please keep them on the lead at all times. There's plenty of nearby countryside in which they can roam free though. Fire pits are allowed to achieve that authentic camping vibe, and you can buy fire wood onsite.
Open from 8 April to 30 September
There are 30 accommodation options on-site

30 x Non Electric Grass Pitches
Max 6 people
Grass pitches without electric hook up. Suitable for tents, caravans, campervans and motorhomes.
Site tariff
Interested in staying at Lathkill Wild Campsite?
Call 07970 383770 to book.
Unfortunately Lathkill Wild Campsite doesn't share their availability calendar with us yet. Availability changes quickly, especially in summer, so we recommend enquiring by phone to avoid missing out.
Site rules and policies
Check in is between 2pm-7pm.
Check out is by 12pm.
Please keep dogs on leads at all times.
Fire wood must be bought onsite for fire pits.
Things to do on site and in the Bakewell area
This Peak District retreat is the perfect spot for nature lovers. Chatsworth House is just a 20 minute drive away and has a breathtaking painted hall as well as spectacular gardens.
Haddon Hall is a great visit for history lovers just 15 minutes down the road, it has a medieval park which you can venture through on a guided tour.
Other nearby activities:
- Matlock town (20 minutes)
- Hathersage swimming pool (25 minutes)
- Dovedale valley (30 minutes)
- Alton Towers (40 minutes)
Interested in staying at Lathkill Wild Campsite?
Call 07970 383770 to book.
Unfortunately Lathkill Wild Campsite doesn't share their availability calendar with us yet. Availability changes quickly, especially in summer, so we recommend enquiring by phone to avoid missing out.
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