Glamping in Kettlewell
A national park of staggering natural beauty, scenic hikes and picture-perfect moorland villages await glampers staying in and around Kettlewell. This North Yorkshire village has a lovely setting in Upper Wharfedale, and it's a particularly popular hub for walkers. But however you choose to explore the Yorkshire Dales National Park – by car, on foot or by bike – you’ll never be short of a river view, a welcoming pub or an ancient abbey to explore.
Glamping near Kettlewell means you can wake up to views of landmark Pen-y-Ghent from a cosy lodge, relax in a hot tub on a private Wharfedale estate or spread out in a family-size yurt on a traditional sheep farm. Sound like fun? Read on to discover the options that are just right for you.
Where to stay near Kettlewell
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Little could be more romantic than waking up in glamping accommodation with amazing views over the dales – and you might be able to impress your partner further by booking an authentic gypsy wagon or ensuring that a hot tub awaits your exclusive use for your Kettlewell stay. And at the end of a day’s exploring, a welcoming pub is never far away.
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Keen to get the kids out into some bracing countryside air – but not so keen on sleeping under canvas? The answer is to take your brood to a family-friendly glampsite – perhaps one within striking distance of the subterranean attractions of Stump Cross Caverns or the via ferrata climbing route in How Stean Gorge. If you need room to spread out, look for roomy tipis or yurts.
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Bringing the family pet may be part of the plan if you’re looking to complete the famous Three Peaks Challenge or hike sections of the Pennine Way. Popular ambles include a glorious walk alongside the River Wharfe at Bolton Abbey, complete with stepping stones across the river. There's plenty of dog-friendly Kettlewell glamping accommodation on Pitchup for a cosy overnight stay.
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Of course, there’s never a wrong time to visit Kettlewell. In fact, booking a glamping break for spring or autumn means you might be able to visit top spots like gorgeous Malham Cove or Ingleborough Cave without the summer crowds. You can search by specific dates for your break, or look out for glampsites that are open all year, perhaps choosing an insulated camping pod or log cabin to keep everybody warm.
What to do around Kettlewell
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First stop when glamping at Kettlewell should be pretty Grassington, the filming location for much-loved 80s TV series All Creatures Great and Small. Time a visit right and you might catch some filming of the revamped series, but whenever you visit, be sure to drop into the Yorkshire Dales National Park Visitor Centre to pick up useful info, then browse the indie shops and have a pint of Yorkshire bitter in a welcoming pub.
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Active families taking Kettlewell glamping breaks can get out on the water at Lake Semerwater for canoeing, sailing, windsurfing or fishing. There are numerous waterfalls round and about to see too, so clamber up to Janet’s Foss or follow the famous Ingleton Waterfalls Trail. If you’d rather take the weight off your feet, take a cruise along the Leeds and Liverpool Canal from Skipton. Whichever option you choose, it's good to know you'll have a comfy and warm base to relax in after your activity of the day.
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Loved-up couples staying in cosy Kettlewell shepherd’s huts can be out in the countryside all day and yet still be close to lots of buzzy entertainment. Book a Michelin-starred restaurant in the peaceful Dales village of Hetton, head to Harrogate for buzzy bistros and late-opening bars, or graze from the traditional menus in cosy village pubs.
Here’s how
Pitchup makes it as easy as possible for you to find and book a glamping holiday in Kettlewell or other parts of the Yorkshire Dales National Park. Each of our glampsites has its own style and ambience, so use the tick-box filters on this page to choose the features that matter to you and choose something from the tailor-made list of options.
If you’re still looking for inspiration, widen your search to cover the North Yorkshire Moors or see what we have right across North East England. And if you’re not tied to the north-east, Pitchup has plenty of glamping choices covering England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland.
We’ve also got you covered if you need some help deciding between the different types of glamping accommodation. And if you’re new to all of this, check out the basics of glamping as well, so you know what to take with you and what to expect on site.
