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.

Best CampsiteBest Family CampsiteAA Pennants (5 Star)Visit England (4 Star)Tripadvisor cert. of ExcellenceTripadvisor Travellers' Choice

Facilities and amenities

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.

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Adult only

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Allow commercial vans

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Allow pets

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Bike hire

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CafΓ© / restaurant

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Communal BBQ

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Disabled facilities

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Drinking water

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Electric hookups

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Entertainment

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Family friendly

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Fires allowed

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Fishing

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Games room

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Glamping

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Golf

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Horse riding

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Hot tub

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Internet access

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Kids club

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Kids playground

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Laundry

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Near beach

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Near pub

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Open year round

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Peaceful

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RV pitches

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Shop

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Showers

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Swimming pool

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Toilets

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TV room

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Vineyard

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Water hookups

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Watersports

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W.C. disposal


A note from the site themselves...

You will always find a warm welcome here at Barn Farm. We are always hosting events and family entertainment days, it's a great opportunity for us to get to know all of our campers and we have the profits going towards local charities. We look forward to seeing you soon!


Map and address

Park address

Barn Farm Campsite,

Birchover, Matlock, Derbyshire & Peak District, DE4 2BL

Coordinates

53.1574, -1.6374 | SK 24 62

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Barn Farm Campsite is ideal for...

Couples

Duke of Edinburgh Award

Older children (13+)

Young children


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.


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.


Barn Farm Campsite reviews

96%

would recommend

Overall
4.86
Location
4.9
Value for money
4.87
Service
4.86
Facilities
4.81
Cleanliness
4.84

"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

Steve E

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Small Tent - Non Electric Grass Tent Pitches (Field 1)Oct 2024

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

Beth H

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Single Axle Caravan - Electric Hardstanding PitchesOct 2024

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.

Cracking Site, Well Run & Great For Local Walks

Karl P

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VW-Type Campervan - Electric Hardstanding PitchesOct 2024

We were in the low season so there was plenty of space and very quiet - excellent! 2 great pubs in the village, with public footpaths cutting through the site so easy to jump onto all kinds of routes. Very helpful staff. And they have Peacocks and albino peahens!

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FAQ

Check-in is from noon until 5pm, and until 8pm on Fridays only - check-out is by 11am on day of departure.

Up to two dogs per pitch are welcome here, provided they are kept on a lead whilst onsite and are not a breed/crossbreed listed under the Dangerous Dogs Act 1991.

BBQs are welcome provided they are kept raised off the ground, so as not to damage the grass - bricks can be supplied from the site for this. Open fires are not permitted.

Being in the centre of the Peak District, the site is a haven for keen walkers/cyclists with the closest route being the Limestone Way running nearby the site. History lovers can enjoy an amble along the Nine Ladies Stone Circle, just under two miles away, or venture to Stanton Moor (0.8 miles) nestling between the villages of Bakewell and Matlock. Stroll by the River Lathkill and you'll find the tranquil scenery on offer at the Lathkill Dale. Further afield, spend the day climbing Robin Hood's Stride or the Cratcliffe Rocks for spectacular views. Or take the little ones to Gullivers Kingdom (8.9 miles) at Matlock Bath, complete with thrilling rollercoaster rides, log flume, barrel rides and much more. The Heights of Abraham (9.3 miles) are also well worth a visit to explore the caverns and youngsters can enjoy a runaround in the adventure playgrounds here too. Chatsworth House (8.1 miles) is within easy driving distance from the campsite. Wander through the beautiful gardens and find your idyllic picnic spot before admiring the magnificent interiors (the painted hall is a particular highlight!) or saying hello to the animals in the farmyard.

A gazebo may be brought for a small extra fee, an awning may be brought free of charge. Pup tents are not allowed.


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.

The listing for Barn Farm Campsite was last updated on October 18th, 2024 at 10:00 PM

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