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Golden Valley Caravan Park

Golden Valley, Alfreton, Derbyshire

Aerial of Golden Valley Caravan Park with views of the surrounding countryside
Barrell camping pods exterior, sleeping four and set amongst woodland
Land train around the park operating at peak season after 11.30am
Aerial of Golden Valley Caravan Park, surrounded by historic woodland
Aerial of Golden Valley Caravan Park showing the pond, park and facilities block
Non electric grass pitches
Electric grass pitches with the facilities block behind
Barrel camping pod entrance
Male and female toilet and shower blocks with free hot showers
Showers with sinks and mirrors
Toilet facilities
Card operated laundry room
Bar and cafe (Bar open in peak season only), with takeaway also available
Indoor play area for toddlers and infants up to age 4, open for select numbers
Fenced off fishing and wildlife pond next to children's play park
Children's play park with slide, inflatables and seating
Children's play park witth bench seating
Children's play park with climbing area and a slide
Children's play park with climbing area and a slide
Land train around the park operating at peak season after 11.30am
Pool room above the toilet block
Fishing pond stocked with tench, carp and roach, as well as other wildlife
Segway experience set amongst the woodland in 45 minute sessions
Seasonal entertainment in children's play area
Seasonal entertainment for children

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Golden Valley Caravan Park is nestled in 26 acres of woodland in Amber Valley along the Cromford Canal. This family-owned park offers camping and touring pitches, plus a selection of camping pods for those who don't want the hassle of hammering in the tent pegs! The pods are kept simple so you can experience the joys of camping with a solid roof over your head. Little ones will love the play parks, pool table, sand pit, and land train!

Why choose Golden Valley Caravan Park

Family friendly park with three onsite play parks, a land train, pool table, and sand pit!

Simple barrel camping pods with countryside views, heating, and electric

25 minutes from the Peak District National Park, and ten minutes from Ripley and Alfreton

About the site

Head to Derbyshire to explore the Peak District National Park, wander the charming streets of Ripley, and stroll along the Cromford Canal. This caravan park offers a convenient location just 15 minutes from the M1 for camping, touring, and glamping! There are ten barrel camping pods, set in their own secluded woodland area of the site. The pods sleep up to four on fixed beds and mattresses. You will need to bring all of your sleeping equipment, including linen and bedding, or a sleeping bag! Inside the pod, you'll find a heater, a table, box stool chairs, and electric plug sockets. There is a lockable door at the entrance to the pod and blinds to block out the morning light. Outside the pod is a small astro turf area and space for one car to be parked. You might want to bring your camping chairs so that you can make the most out of your countryside views! Your facilities are in the main amenity block by the camping and touring pitches, which is a short walk away from the pods. Sorry, dogs are not permitted in the pods, but the camping and touring pitches are dog friendly, so you may still see some dogs around site. Raised BBQs are welcome, but sorry no campfires or fire pits. Please remember to bring your usual camping equipment (minus the tent!), bedding, towels, camping chairs, and toiletries. There are over 200 camping and touring pitches in the main part of the site.

"Friendly staff, nice grounds, clean facilities and plenty to keep our 7 year old entertained"

Claire P

Map of the site

Facilities and amenities

Allow pets on site

Café / restaurant / takeaway

Family friendly

Shop

WiFi

Communal BBQ

Entertainment

Fishing

Kids playground

Laundry

Open year round

Peaceful

There are two facilities blocks with male and female toilets, free hot showers and a disabled bathroom with a walk-in shower. One also includes a bath in the ladies' toilets. For washing up, there are two undercover pot wash rooms with communal freezers. A laundry room is available with card-operated machines and an iron.

A cafe offers lunch, takeaway and drink options, with a simple shop for camping accessories. In peak times, there is a bar available on the first floor of the reception (open when the site is busy), a disco room, a land train and seasonal entertainment. Free WiFi is available in the reception and cafe.

For kids, there are three outdoor play areas and a sandpit, along with a neighbouring seating area for parents. An indoor play area is available for kids up to four. There is also a pool table room, gym, wildlife pond, woodland trails and a large well-stocked fishing pond.

Kids will also love the log cart and train that ride around the park during high season depending on the weather, with a small fee applying.

There are multiple supermarkets within a ten minute drive, including Co-op and Sainsbury's. Several pubs are also within a 30 minute stroll, including the Poet and Castle, Butterley Park Cookhouse and The Red Lion.

The site also holds seasonal events throughout the year.

Pricing and availability

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Barrell camping pods exterior, sleeping four and set amongst woodland
Barrel camping pod entrance

Barrel Camping Pods

Sleeps 4

Electric sockets

Heating

Hot tub

Parking

Shower

(Shared facilities)

Toilet

(Shared facilities)

WiFi

(Included)

Meet on arrival

(Reception)

Sleeping platforms

Simple barrel camping pods with fixed beds and mattresses, please bring your own bedding and linen. Lockable doors and window with blinds, inside there is a table with box stool chairs, a heater and electric plug sockets, bring your own cooking/camping equipment. Shared facilities are a short walk away, please bring your own towels. Parking for one car available outside.

What guests say

"Friendly staff, nice grounds, clean facilities and plenty to keep our 7 year old entertained"

Claire P

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Site rules

Guests are able to check-in from noon until 6pm, if you are delayed please let the site know. Check out is due before 11am on your last day.
The camping pods at Golden Valley Caravan Park are not dog friendly, sorry. The camping and touring pitches do allow dogs, so you may still see some dogs around the site.
When you arrive, please head to reception to check-in.
Your pod doesn't include a BBQ or fire pit, but you are welcome to bring a BBQ as long as it is raised off of the ground. Fires are not permitted.

Pitches

No, bedding and towels are not included in the pods, so you will need to pack your own.
Yes, alongside the barrel camping pods, there are over 200 touring and camping pitches, plus a selection of other camping pods.
Yes, there is space for one car to be parked by your pod.
No, sorry toiletries are not included so please remember to pack your own.
No, sorry the pods do not have their own private hot tub.
No, your WC and shower facilities will be located in the main amenity block which is outside the glamping area by the camping and touring pitches.

Facilities

Yes, there is free WiFi available in the cafe and reception area.
Yes, the shower and WC facilities are communal, plus the washing up areas, the drinking water tap, the three play areas, sand pit, and evening entertainment are for all guests to use!
No, sorry EV charging is not available at this site.

Getting there

The Newlands Inn bus stop is less than a five minute walk away, or the closest train stations are Alfreton or Langley Mill (ten minutes by car).

Other

Please remember to bring your bedding, linen, towels, toiletries, cooking equipment, and camping chairs.

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The listing for Golden Valley Caravan Park was last updated on October 22nd, 2025 at 12:06 AM

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