Any recommendations for the Peak District? (1 Viewer)

[big bertha]

At Chatsworth just now, very busy and lots going on in park as horse trials start tomorrow so will probably be a nightmare getting out as we leave then. It's ok but bit busy for us.

 

[Jac Sprat]

Any non CC ones?
Castleton is CC only I believe.

 

[Deleted member 29692]

Any non CC ones?
Castleton is CC only I believe.

There's a CS but you have to be a C&CC member to use that.

Other than that there is a private site just down the road in Hope but I don't know anything about it.

http://www.lanesidecaravanpark.co.uk

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[Debs]

Any non CC ones?
Castleton is CC only I believe.

What about the one @jonandshell mentioned at Winnats Pass - can walk down into Castleton depending how far it is......don't know the site though

 

[Debs]

@Jac Sprat
What about this one - we will be visiting some time. Adjacent to Carsington Res visitor centre near Ashbourne. Nice walk around the res.
http://www.thepuddingroomderbyshire.co.uk

 

[Wildge]

There's a CS but you have to be a C&CC member to use that.

Other than that there is a private site just down the road in Hope but I don't know anything about it.

http://www.lanesidecaravanpark.co.uk

Nice site in Hope village within walking distance of Castleton

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[big bertha]

@Jac Sprat
What about this one - we will be visiting some time. Adjacent to Carsington Res visitor centre near Ashbourne. Nice walk around the res.
http://www.thepuddingroomderbyshire.co.uk

That site on our list to visit, we've been to shop for bakewell tarts while staying at club site up the road.

 

[Kool Kroozer]

Stayed at castlton many many times but never on sites.. We like to wild it.. There is a fantastic spot just outside the town and walks right off it.. Gotta love Castleton !

 

[Jac Sprat]

Thanks we booked in at Laneside and Rowter's farm
Can't wait!

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[MannClan]

hi
better half and I stayed at the NT site at Ilam a couple of weeks ago - very peaceful with lots of walks - dove dale, mill dale etc also a small local walk around the NT site. will definitely go again - may be worth a look
cheers

 

[Jac Sprat]

@MannClan
What is the NT site?

 

[simsy56]

Rivendale near Newhaven, Lickpenny high above Matlock, are a couple we have used.

Craig

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[Wildge]

Here you go @Jac Sprat

Full Details
Ilam Park National Trust Caravan Site
Ilam
Ashbourne
Derbyshire
DE6 2AZ
Tel: 01335 350310 or 01335 350503

You can find more details on www.ukcampsite.co.uk

 

[MannClan]

Here you go @Jac Sprat

Full Details
Ilam Park National Trust Caravan Site
Ilam
Ashbourne
Derbyshire
DE6 2AZ
Tel: 01335 350310 or 01335 350503

thanks Wildge

 

[Jac Sprat]

Hi I'm confused
We are at Laneside campsite in Hope valley and they warn against going up the Winnats pass due to steepness however people on here have recommended we stay at Rowter's farm which is on the top of the pass (whete we'd like to stay.)
Can anyone suggest another route or is it in fact not so steep?

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[Anthea M]

It is steep but we have seen MH going up there all be it very slowly. Perhaps if you walk into Castleton from Hope you will be able to see it see if your van could make it . Lovely walks around Mam Tor have a great time.

 

[Debs]

Yep, very steep but no hairpins or anything, short & sharp really.

If you want to park look on google maps towards Treakcliffe Cavern & park on the road - it's a flat walk into Castleton from there.

perhaps @jonandshell can also advise? Or @NickNic ?

 

[Deleted member 29692]

It is steep but it's not that bad. Just take your time.

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[Wildge]

It is steep but it's not that bad. Just take your time.

Nah........... not as bad as Porlock

 

[daveandsan]

hi
better half and I stayed at the NT site at Ilam a couple of weeks ago - very peaceful with lots of walks - dove dale, mill dale etc also a small local walk around the NT site. will definitely go again - may be worth a look
cheers

Another vote for this site. Fantastic walking.

 

[Muddibootz]

We've been up Winnats without any issue. Its not that wide so you have slow to pass large vehicles heading down but no real issues. Walking is great around Castleton but there are a lot of sheep so not that many off lead opportunities. Most, if not all, pubs welcome dogs. We found the Peak Inn to be very good for food.

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[Deleted member 29692]

We found the Peak Inn to be very good for food.

So is Ye Olde Nags Head

 

[Debs]

We thought it had all gone very up market - nearly all used to be muddy boots & dogs welcome but the Friday afternoon just seemed to be an influx of folks with wheeled suitcases, that's all you could hear, clattering along the pavements

 

[Jac Sprat]

Thanks we have heard of another route to avoid Castleton so may do that. I'm still new enough that I do slow down to pass other big vehicles!

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[Debs]

@Jac Sprat not sure how far you may be walking/exploring but a wander down the old road in front of Mam Tor is interesting - it was closed (poss 70's/80's) due to one land slip too many and is being left to Mother Nature.
Also the walk along the tops - Mam Tor to Hollins Cross is really nice & great views (if you feel really fit carry on to the end and back down into Hope) there are some pics in my media

 

[Deleted member 29692]

Thanks we have heard of another route to avoid Castleton so may do that

Another route from Hope to Rowters Farm avoiding Castleton?

There are probably several but none on nicer roads unless you take a ridiculously massive detour. If anything the roads will be worse.

 

[Muddibootz]

We thought it had all gone very up market - nearly all used to be muddy boots & dogs welcome but the Friday afternoon just seemed to be an influx of folks with wheeled suitcases, that's all you could hear, clattering along the pavements

It was all muddy boots and muddy dogs when we were there its been done up but we found it friendly and welcoming. But there are plenty of other options

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[DavidG58]

you stick with the detour, Winnets is steep and not a good route option for a motorhome if only slightly nervous

a 10 mile detour will be a great investment compared to the consequence if something goes wrong

unless your MH is small you would also get some odd looks as well, I am sure it has a weight limit for good reason

 

[Anthea M]

@Jac Sprat not sure how far you may be walking/exploring but a wander down the old road in front of Mam Tor is interesting - it was closed (poss 70's/80's) due to one land slip too many and is being left to Mother Nature.
Also the walk along the tops - Mam Tor to Hollins Cross is really nice & great views (if you feel really fit carry on to the end and back down into Hope) there are some pics in my media

We have seen MH wild camping on that old mam Tor road but not sure if it is allowed now.

 

[Debs]

We have seen MH wild camping on that old mam Tor road but not sure if it is allowed now.

Thought there was signs up last time we walked down there but suppose it's if you want to risk it. We saw more police cars there last time than we have done in 30 odd years - no idea why.

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