Buxton Club Campsite

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Great site, great views

On arriving you get a lovely view over the top of the camp as you drive down the pathway. The reception was easy to locate and the staff very friendly and helpful. My friends had already arrived so I found my pitch easily and got set up. The toilet and shower block is great and kept clean, though I didnt use the showers, they were really busy when I went in to use the other facilities. Its a beautiful location, the site being set in a quarry and the walls lit up at night were amazing. We decided to walk into the town, its a lovely walk but not great for those who struggle with joints or mobility. I had read there is a deal with a local taxi firm to ferry people to town if the walk isnt appealing. It appeared that most people were tucked up inside from 9pm onwards so there was no noise whatsoever after then. Im a huge fan of the little gnome home and insect hotel there! Now a quarry is not known for its great mobile signal, and I found that out very quickly. I noticed that there was a wifi option from the site so decided to use that. I got signed in and for about 20mins it worked ok, not the best signal, but again you are sat in a quarry! After that it stopped working completely but still counted down my time paid for. The staff at reception were amazing at trying to help and we ended up ringing someone about it who promised to phone me back as they also couldnt sort it. I didnt hear anything from them, possibly because I had zero mobile signal there. I got an email after I arrived back home today saying they had tried to phone but couldnt reach me and that I had a free day of wifi use. I have no idea if this rolls over to another site on another visit or just this particular one. Overall had a lovely break at an amazing located site, I would definately visit again.

Bluebullet26

Motorhomer

Reviewed on 24/03/2019 17:54

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Nice new site but Shower block not as warm as expected

This was the first time to the Buxton site and we were made very welcome by the site staff who were very friendly and helpful. The site was clean and well laid out except for one thing. Opposite the toilet block is a 'short cut' path and at the bottom end, away from the block are two very low (knee height) grey steel fences. They are clearly there to slow exit from the path onto the road. These are totally invisible at night as the illumination is on the other side of the fence lining the path. How do I know? remember I said they were at Knee height! The only other thing was that the shower block was cooler than we had come to expect from the CMHC sites. It may be that this was because the site had just opened but it made showering a less pleasant experience although it did encourage you to speed up, get dry and get out! The showers themselves were great. Overall, the site was perfect for our weekend away. We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves despite the wind, rain and snow. We will be back soon.

tonymilford

Reviewed on 19/03/2019 17:01

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Beautiful Autumn

What an amazing location. This was our first visit to this site. It was very clean and tidy. Love the insect house! The site is set in an old quarry and therefore makes a dramatic backdrop. It is next to the country park and Solomon’s Temple. A visit to Pooles caverns is worth it. The staff are knowledgable and have time to answer all questions. A trip to Derwent water is essential if you are interested in the history of the 617 squadron. This time of year the trees colour is amazing too. Also nearby is Castletown and the Blue John mines. Would we visit again? Too right we would. So much to see even for us who are less agile.

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Reviewed on 30/10/2018 11:40

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Fantastic site in lovely area

Just had a weekend here with friends. chose to go to bottom of the site which is a bit of a walk to the toilet block but ok for us. Site is clean and tidy, refurbished toilet block as well which is lovely enough room to shower and plenty of them. Nice walk to Solomon's Temple then into Buxton. Could be difficult if you not a good walker. Taxis used by site are brilliant. do a fixed price and very friendly drivers. went to the Brasserie for meal excellent. Definately visit again as so much to do around. Excellent for dogs as well although we didnt have ours this time.

Janvan

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Reviewed on 28/10/2018 20:58

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Unusual but wonderful setting

This is a site unlike any other we have used. The setting is a little remote, very peaceful, but the walks, and views are literally breathtaking. The walk to Buxton through the woods are superb, but beware they are steep, especially on the way back. That said if you are not a walker, the site has negotiated a favourable rate with a local taxi firm. As usual the wardens were great, and the newly refurbished site is a gem.

hobbsy1952

Reviewed on 26/10/2018 08:25

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The Buxton Trails

Chose Buxton for its proximity to a number of Cycle Trails. All of them reachable directly from the site if you're an able 50miler rider. If not, all trails have parking at each end. They are the High Peak, Tissington, Monsal and Manifold. Plus more off road routes for more extreme rides. Anyway, back to the site! I'm in my fourth season caravaning at this upgrade to the site is amazing, best I've seen!... I think I counted 9 shower cubicles. The shower block is extremely well presented and modern. The site may be fully booked, but no dashing for the shower, always one available. I did notice that being higher, the weather seemed dull and drizzly, but when I ventured out and lower, I got glorious sunshine. TV reception is limited, but mainly non existent. Same with mobile signal, but buying into the WiFi, I got very good internet and messenger ( call and video) communication, it worked very well. Will most definitely pay a revisit!!!

penningtonART

from Lancashire

Reviewed on 25/10/2018 21:08

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Super Buxton

Decided to go to Buxton again as we had been here in the summer, the site is great for the walks into Buxton and beyond plenty of bus’s from Buxton. Staff are wonderful very accommodating and friendly, we had visitors on the Saturday I let the staff know, not a problem. If you want to eat out we tried The Railway at the far end of the high street great menu,service and cheap, if coffee and chocolate are your thing the old spa baths, check it out. We will book for next year for more than one visit, it’s just a pity it isn’t open all year.

Haydn Emmett

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Reviewed on 25/10/2018 18:36

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Will be back .

First visit , most defiantly not the last . Beautiful peaceful setting . Top refurbishment , everything immaculate. Staff very friendly and helpful . Thought they were never going to stop working on Friday night waiting for late arrivals. Phone signal was fine for us ( pitched top part of site ) even had phone internet . Tv Ariel to bollard was fine . Lovely walks around site which is set in an old quarry , quarry face lit up at night . Lots of wild life . Walked up to Solomans temple , the views are spectacular. Then through the woods around the site . You could walk down to Buxton / Go Ape and Pools cavern about 25 mins . All worth the visit . We opted to drive . Lots to see in Buxton . Pavillion gardens, shops and cafes . Easy parking . Travelled to Thorp park and Macclesfield . Will be no1 visit next season , can’t wait . Only about hour and half from home . Half hour from family .

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Caravanner from West Yorkshire

Reviewed on 21/10/2018 23:00

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Unusual location

Stayed 2 nights in October. Directions were good, site access simple, open and well planned. Recent refurbishment is to a high standard and a real bench mark for other sites. Served by one block with multiple cubicles which are more than sufficient. Service points around the site are infrequent about can be a trek away to get to water / efuse bins etc Motor home service points excellent with plenty of room to queue if necessary without blocking the road to others. Site feels roomy with good sized pitches and creative landscaping. Quarry rock face is gently lit at night. There is no dog walk on site but there is a country park adjacent. Getting into Buxton is a long walk - 25 minutes to the edge of town for a good walker and downhill one way, uphill back. But the site does have an agreement with a local taxi company to take you into the centre of town for £6. Run by a very cheery guy who is happy to oblige and take dogs. Worthy of note - tv from your digital or lesser aerial is a non-starter. You will need to hook up to the bollard. Mobile phone signal is weak as is club supplied Wi-Fi. However you are in a Quarry pit!

Reviewed on 14/10/2018 11:51

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Great site for views and woodland walks

I cannot fault this site - it's great for dog walks in the woods or in the hills. There is a 360 degree viewpoint at Solomons Temple, where you can watch the sun go down over Buxton. The new facility block is fabulous, with lovely hot showers. Will definitely return lots of times, as I'm only an hour away.

Denise March

Motorhomer from Derbyshire

Reviewed on 12/10/2018 21:28

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