East Midlands

Camping holidays in the East Midlands take you from the High Peak in Derbyshire to the flat Fens of Lincolnshire, with many beautiful places to explore in-between. Book a serviced pitch or caravan park in the Peak District or head to Rutland, England’s smallest county and discover birds and wildlife on peaceful Rutland Water, England’s largest reservoir.

If you fancy a weekend or midweek break, you can’t beat glamping in the East Midlands. It’s within easy reach of most of the major cities in central England and provides natural beauty, uncrowded hiking trails and delightful towns and villages. It’s a great place to relax, de-stress and recharge the batteries.

It’s not all hills and lakes though. Staying on a campsite in the East Midlands offers historic towns, castles, museums and limestone caves that are just begging to be explored. Family-friendly campsites are close to fun attractions including Conkers, Twycross Zoo, Billing Aquadome and Sherwood Forest.

Camping or glamping in East Midlands

Discover what’s on offer in Leicestershire, Lincolnshire and Northamptonshire when you book a weekend break on a campsite or glampsite in the East Midlands. Farm sites, shepherd’s huts, yurts and serviced caravan pitches provide everything you need for a truly relaxing break.

If you’re not keen on putting up a tent and sleeping on a mat, glamping sites in the East Midlands offer quirky accommodation in shepherd’s huts, yurts, caravans and hobbit huts. All have proper beds with mattresses, kitchenettes, electric lights, cosy stoves, and some even have private hot tubs for soaking blissfully after a day’s exploring.

Places to visit from your East Midlands campsite

Head to the spa town of Buxton from your campsite in the Derbyshire hills. It’s the highest market town in England at over 1000 feet elevation and is on the edge of the beautiful Peak District. It has excellent shopping, cafes, tea rooms and a beautiful park with a pavilion and gardens. Nearby Poole’s Cavern offers underground tours to see extraordinary stalactites and stalagmite formations.

The pretty village of Castleton in the High Peak is also known for its caverns where rare Blue John mineral is mined and made into bowls, lights, paperweights and other decorative items. Nearby Winnat’s Pass is a favourite spot for hiking and cycling and is a beautiful area for exploring in a campervan or luxury motorhome. There are plenty of farm sites and modern caravan parks with electric hook-ups and serviced pitches to use as a base.

Another East Midlands gem for campers and walkers is Matlock. Ride the cable car up the Heights Of Abraham or walk along the riverside. Crich Tramway Museum and the Peak District Mining Museum are not far from your Derbyshire campsite or glamping accommodation. Children will love the rides and amusements at Gulliver’s Kingdom nearby and Cromford Mills is a fascinating attraction for campers and tourists interested in industrial heritage.

Lincoln campsites in the East Midlands are ideal for a staycation or short break close to this hilly city. Explore the cathedral and shops, and don’t miss the famous Browns Pie Shop on the aptly named Steep Hill. They offer an excellent take-away menu so you can enjoy a tasty home-cooked meal back at your cosy East Midlands glamping hut or caravan.

East Midlands activities

East Midlands camping opens up a host of recreational activities for outdoor lovers, sports enthusiasts and those who love nature, birds and wildlife. Choose a campsite near an East Midlands canal, reservoir or river and go fishing, rafting, or cruising in a traditional canal barge. Reservoirs are plentiful in this area of central England and are ideal for sailing, windsurfing, kayaking and having fun out on the water as part of your weekend break.

With the Peak District National Park on the doorstep, campers and caravanners can wake up to birdsong and spend a day hiking with barely another person in sight. From your East Midlands glamping hut or bell tent you can also go cycling, rock climbing, abseiling, hot air ballooning, caving, geocaching, kayaking as an individual or as part of a group activity. From walking tours to Escape Rooms, East Midlands staycations can be tailored to accommodate all your dreams perfectly.

Once you’ve discovered the hidden gems of the East Midlands, you’ll definitely want to return for a longer staycation.

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