Barn Farm Camping
Derbyshire
Working farm campsite on Stanton Moor, around six miles north of Matlock Bath
About Barn Farm Camping
Barn Farm Camping occupies a working farm at Birchover, on the edge of Stanton Moor, roughly six miles north of Matlock Bath and within easy reach of both Matlock and Bakewell. The site sits at the meeting point of several well-known footpaths, with the moor's heather, gritstone outcrops and prehistoric stone circles rising directly behind the farm, making it a popular base for walkers as much as for anyone simply looking for a quiet field to pitch in.
Pitches are spread across several grass fields of varying size and shelter, taking tents, touring caravans and motorhomes, alongside a small number of camping barns for those wanting a roof without a full static let. The farm has been welcoming campers since the 1980s and has built a loyal following, with an on-site shop, bar and simple catering available during the main season, along with caravan storage for regular visitors. Live music and charity weekends are held periodically through the summer, giving the site a sociable edge that some of the quieter local alternatives lack.
Dogs are welcome throughout most of the site, and the surrounding network of paths across Stanton Moor and down towards the Derwent Valley gives immediate walking straight from the tent flap, without needing to move the car. The combination of stone circles, gritstone edges and wide moorland views makes Barn Farm a good choice for anyone wanting a proper Peak District camping experience within a short drive of Matlock Bath's attractions.