Upper Booth Campsite FAQs

Where is the nearest food shop and pub/restaurant?

The village of Edale is only a short distance away, approx. 2 miles, and here you will find pubs and a café. There is a small Spar supermarket located a little further afield in Hope. The nearest major supermarket is in Chapel-En-Le-Frith, a distance of 8 miles away.

Where is the nearest bank?

The nearest ATM machine is in the Spar at Hope.

Do you take bookings?

Yes, you can book online via our website. We strongly recommend pre-booking, especially at peak times to ensure that you get a pitch. We will always try to accommodate walkers arriving on foot without a booking.

Do you accept dogs?

Upper Booth is a dog-friendly campsite and all well-behaved dogs are welcome at no additional charge. They must be kept on a lead at all times and exercised away from other campers. Please pick up after your dogs right away.

Do you accept groups?

We offer discounted rates to organised groups such as educational groups, DofE, Scouts, Guides etc to the site at certain times of the year. Proof of group status will be required when booking.

All group leaders must complete a group booking form detailing the number in their party and the number of tents and vehicles.

All group bookings must be made via the booking office and cannot be made online. Email a group request to our bookings team on upperboothcampsite@nationaltrust.org.uk. Please note that the person making the booking, the group leader, must be at least 18 years of age.

We also welcome small groups of families/friends provided that they are well-behaved and respectful of our other guests. We have two options; our large Crowden Brook camping area is suitable for groups bringing a maximum of 3 tents (6m x 4m max) or alternatively, individual pitches can be booked on either the Upper or Lower fields. Just add a note under ‘specific requirements’ so that we can identify the linked bookings. Please note that we can’t guarantee adjacent pitches, as we operate on a first come first served basis. Please email upperboothcampsite@nationaltrust.org.uk for more information.

Do you hire freeze packs?

We don’t hire them and unfortunately we do not have the facilities on site to be able to freeze any that you may have brought along with you.

Do you exchange gas cylinders?

No, however there is garage in Hope that sells camping gas and small gas cylinders are sold at an outdoors store in Castleton.

Where are some good walks for families?

There are a good variety of walks from the campsite which range from gentle valley bottom strolls to more challenging hikes onto the moorland of the Kinder Plateau via Crowden Clough and Jacobs Ladder. OS maps of the local area are available for sale in the reception building.

Where is the nearest bus stop?

The village of Edale is not served by a regular bus route. However, Northern Trains run a regular service along the Hope Valley Line between Manchester and Sheffield and stops at Edale Station. It is then a couple of miles walk to the campsite.

Do you accept trailer tents/ caravans/ campervans?

Due to the long narrow lane with limited passing places leading to the campsite we do not accept caravans, motorhomes or trailer tents. We accept campervans if within the size restriction. Please note the maximum length of vehicle we can accept at this site is 5.5 metres.

Do you have laundry facilities?

We regret that we are unable to offer laundry facilities on site. It is something that we are looking into for the future.

What places are there to visit nearby?

There are numerous places to explore within the local area including Castleton Village with its show caves which are home to the semi-precious Blue John stone; Chatsworth House and gardens with a farmyard and adventure playground for younger visitors to explore. Derwent Valley Reservoirs are great for walkers and cyclists or just to admire the view. There is an open air pool at Hathersage and the popular market town of Bakewell - home to the famous Bakewell Pudding is a 40 minute drive away.

Do you take credit card payments?

We accept most major credit and debit cards. Please note that we do not accept cash on site.

Are you open all year round?

We are open from late March to the end of October.

Can I have a fire or barbecue?

Open fires and disposable BBQs are not permitted anywhere within the Peak District National Park. However, you are welcome to use a charcoal barbecue in our Upper Field as long as it is raised off the ground. We provide stones on site. Out of respect for our neighbours we do not allow the use of barbecues in our Lower Field. On our Crowden Brook pitches we allow the use of gas appliances only, due to the higher fire risk potential in this area.

Can under 18s stay at the site?

Under 18s must be accompanied by an adult. We require an over 18 to be present with any organised group.

Do I have to pay for the showers?

No – the use of the showering facilities is included in the cost of your pitch.

Can I park my car by my tent?

Both our upper and lower fields are now car free. However, there are pitches in our upper field adjacent to the car parking area. If booking a pitch in the lower field cars will need to be parked in the car park, approximately 120m away.

What time can I arrive?

You may check in any time after 1pm and out of courtesy to our neighbours we request that you do not arrive after 9pm.

Early check-in, from 11am, can be pre-booked at an additional cost, subject to availability.

What time is check out?

We ask that you check out by 11am.

Late check out may be possible subject to availability, and at an additional charge. Please speak to our staff on site to arrange this.

Directions

Postcode: S33 7ZJ

East—Hope (Chesterfield/Sheffield) Hope via A6187 (Station Road). In Hope, turn right just after Old Hall pub onto Edale Road (signposted Edale). Turn left just after little bridge to stay on Edale Road. Carry on Edale Road for a few miles, passing the Edale YHA and then continue past the turn to Edale Village. Turn right at signpost to ‘Upper Booth’. Please note that this is a narrow, restricted road and not suitable for large vehicles. Passing places are limited. Go under railway bridge. Carry on until you reach Barber Booth car park on the left. Just after the car park, continue straight on along the winding road.
When you reach the red phone box turn right into the farmyard. Continue through the farmyard and through the gate marked ‘Upper Booth Farm Campsite’. Continue a hundred meters to the car park on your right, the reception is on your left.

West—Chapel-en-le-Frith (Manchester/Buxton) A6187 eastbound (Sheffield Road). Turn left at ‘Barber Booth / Edale’ sign.
Before Barber Booth, turn left at the sign to ‘Upper Booth’. Please note that this is a narrow, restricted road and not suitable for large vehicles. Passing places are limited. Go under railway bridge. Carry on until you reach Barber Booth car park on the left. Just after the car Park, continue straight on along the winding road.
When you reach the red phone box turn right into the farmyard. Continue through the farmyard and through the gate marked ‘Upper Booth Farm Campsite’. Continue a hundred meters to the car park on your right, the reception is on your left.

I am already a National Trust member, do I get a discount?

Unfortunately, we can’t offer a reduction in our fees to National Trust members. Any profit generated from the campsite helps support and finance our conservation projects and we thank you enormously for your continued support.