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The Botanist's cabin (adults only)

From £330 2 nights, 2 adults

2 people maximum No dogs allowed

Dimensions

24ft width × 8ft length

Year of manufacture: 2024

2 rooms

Open space 1 x King sized bed

Bathroom 1 x Shower, 1 x Toilet

Features

Bed linen 1 included, 1 max.
Car 2 included, 2 max.
Duvets and pillows 2 included, 2 max.
Fridge 1 included, 1 max.
Barbecue
Beds made up
Car parking by pitch/unit
Cooker
Cooking equipment
Dining table and chairs
Firepit
Firewood provided
Full kitchen
Gas and electricity included
Gowns and slippers
Heating
Hot tub
Kettle
Kitchen corner or kitchenette
Outdoor furniture
Picnic table
Power socket(s)
Shower
Shower room with WC
Towels
Wood-burning stove

Other restrictions

No dogs allowed

Availability

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Based on 2 nights, 2 adults

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The Darling Woods Of May

View prices & book 9.9 86 reviews
Alpacas
Exterior
The botanist with private garden and hot tub
Alpacas surrounding the huts

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99% would recommend this site to a friend

100% would stay here again

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Arrival date (latest first)

Oh my gosh, what a magical place. So peaceful and with lovely…

Overall 10/10

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Ellie G. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Non-electric grass tent pitch (wild)

Liked Oh my gosh, what a magical place. So peaceful and with lovely big pitches. Each pitch has a picnic bench and large parasol which was ideal for the June heatwave we had!

The toilets were very clean, I didn't use the shower but it looked very nice and someone we spoke to said it was good and hot.

Alpaca meet and greet was a real treat, they're so lovely!

Disliked No hot water at the washing up point or in the toilets

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thanks so much for taking the time to leave a review Ellie. So pleased you enjoyed your stay. It was lovely to meet you all!

Much loved site, nice touches throughout and friendly staff.

Overall 10/10

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Jean W. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Non-electric grass tent pitch (wild)

Liked Clear communications, Easy check in, spacious car park& pitch sites.
Facilities just perfect and fit for purpose from the trolleys to take your belongings to your pitch to the toilet & shower unit.
Site & pitches well kept with your own bit of meadow land providing privacy between pitches - nice touch and of course the resident alpacas which are great to watch.

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thanks for staying with us and for taking the time out to leave a review. Hope to see you again!

Beautiful quiet location, clean facilities and gorgeous alpaca neighbours.…

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Amy C. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Non-electric grass campervan pitch (wild)

Liked Beautiful quiet location, clean facilities and gorgeous alpaca neighbours.

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thanks Amy, really pleased you enjoyed your stay 🙂

Beautiful site, excellent location for exploring.

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Amanda P. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Non-electric grass tent pitch (wild)

Liked Just the most beautiful stay. Great to have the picnic tables next to the pitches.
Beautiful site that is well kept but also wild enough for you to feel as close to nature as possible with plumbing!
The Alpacas are obviously stars of the show but Sophie and Simon were also very lovely!

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thanks Amanda! Lovely to meet you - thanks for staying with us 🙂

Everyone should visit Darling Woods of May

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Gill C. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Non-electric grass tent pitch (wild)

Liked Absolutely loved this place! Our pitch was right next to the alpacas.The sun was shining when we arrived.So we had a perfect stay.Was my first time camping.We will definitely be back.The site was amazing x

Disliked Nothing to dislike !

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From the manager: Thanks so much Gill! Really chuffed to hear you enjoyed your camping trip here! Thanks so much for leaving a review 🙂

WOW!!! What a lovely place, lovely staff and fantastic grounds. Very quiet…

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William S. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Non-electric grass tent pitch (wild)

Liked WOW!!! What a lovely place, lovely staff and fantastic grounds. Very quiet and just a really good place to visit. I would recommend this site. We'll be going again that's for sure. Loved it

Disliked Nothing to dislike

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From the manager: Thanks William! Thanks for sharing your fab photos too! 🙂

Excellent site, spacious, clean and friendly!

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Imogen F. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Non-electric grass tent pitch (wild)

Liked Alpacas! Amazing location, lots of space. Lovely toilets and shower very clean. Little gift shop and a chance to buy a meet and greet with the Aplacas!!

Disliked Nothing

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From the manager: Thanks for taking the time to leave a review Imogen - so kind. 🙂

Peaceful

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Phil S. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Non-electric grass tent pitch (wild)

Liked Level pitches. Clean toilets and shower. Wildlife. Alpacas. Bin store. Friendly family run. The woods.

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thanks so much Phil!

Great staff, facilities, pitches and staff. All great!

Overall 10/10

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Marie H. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Non-electric grass tent pitch (wild)

Liked The site is beautiful, clearly a lot of care and thought has been put into the campsite by the owners. Plenty of space per pitch, not over crowded, lovely clean facilities, beautiful woodland surroundings, happy alpacas in the next field. Loads of space to kids to explore, have fun and make new friends and memories.

We had a really great time on an alpaca walk on the final day. The owners were so friendly, patient and knowledgeable about the alpacas and area. This made my daughter and niece have a special and memorable experience.

Would definitely recommend this lovely campsite ❤️ thank you

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thank you Marie! Lovely to meet you all!

We stayed for 3 nights in our old camper van. Absolutely loved it.

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Stefan B. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Non-electric grass tent pitch (wild)

Liked Pitch good size.
Pitches well spaced out and giving that wild feel.
Very clean facilities , shower, flushing toilets, wash are etc.
Hosts were just perfect.

Disliked Nothing to dislike in my opinion.

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thanks for choosing to stay at The Darling Woods Stefan! It was lovely to meet you both!


Features

Leisure on site

Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area TV room Take away Tennis Watersports

Amenities on site

Bath available Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Picnic table Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed No dogs allowed No pets allowed

Themes

Forest Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Wild camping Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Shop nearby

Type

Farm Tiny (1-10 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Mountain biking nearby Outdoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Watersports nearby

Location

The Darling Woods Of May

Yapham Common

Feoffee Lane

Pocklington

East Yorkshire

England

YO42 1PF

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)

GPS

53.94579°N
0.83609°W

Nearest transport

Coach
4.5 mi The Square
4.5 mi Stamford Bridge The Square
8.6 mi Fridaythorpe A166
Rail
10.5 mi York Rail Station
12.5 mi Wressle Rail Station
12.6 mi Howden Rail Station
Ferry
26.9 mi Hull Ferry Terminal

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

Local attractions

Local attractions and activities include: - Allerthorpe Lakeland Park (watersports): 10 minutes’ drive - Yorkshire Wolds Way (cycling and walking): 10 minutes - Pocklington (market town): 10 minutes - Northwood Trail (themed woodland walk): 10 minutes - York (minster and museums): 20 minutes - Castle Howard: half an hour - The Deep (aquarium in Hull): 45 minutes.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Fraisthorpe 26.2 mi Sea N/AGoodGoodGood
Skipsea 26.3 mi Sea N/AGoodGoodGood
Wilsthorpe 26.8 mi Sea N/AGoodGoodGood
Bridlington South Beach 27.4 mi Sea N/AN/AN/AGood
Hornsea 27.6 mi Sea N/AExcellentGoodGood

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Air Museum 5.4 mi

National Centre for Early Music 9.7 mi

York Castle Museum 9.9 mi

Clifford's Tower 10 mi

JORVIK Viking Centre 10 mi

National Trust

Treasurer's House 10 mi

Goddards Garden 10.9 mi

Beningbrough Hall and Gardens 16.1 mi

Nunnington Hall 18.8 mi

Rievaulx Terrace 24.3 mi

Cycle routes

Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.

Other

Battle of Stamford Bridge, 1066 3.9 mi

Millington and Givendale 4.2 mi

Wandering in the Wolds: Millington to Huggate Wold 4.2 mi

ALDBY PARK 5.4 mi

LONDESBOROUGH PARK 7.5 mi

Local events

  • Leeds Festival (Thursday 21 August 2025 – Thursday 21 August 2025)

    Wetherby, West Yorkshire 22.8 mi

  • Harrogate Autumn Flower Show (Friday 19 September 2025 – Friday 19 September 2025)

    Ripon, North Yorkshire 26.9 mi

  • Great Yorkshire Show (Tuesday 8 July 2025 – Tuesday 8 July 2025)

    Harrogate, North Yorkshire 27.1 mi

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

Offers

Conditions apply - see pitch type section for details

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does The Darling Woods Of May have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is The Darling Woods Of May dog friendly? No View all features
  • What attractions are near The Darling Woods Of May? Local attractions and activities include: - Allerthorpe Lakeland Park (watersports): 10 minutes’ drive - Yorkshire Wolds Way (cycling and walking): 10 minutes - Pocklington (market town): 10 minutes - Northwood Trail (themed … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of The Darling Woods Of May?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  2 p.m. –  10 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
    On-site accommodation
    Arrive:  3 p.m. –  10 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
    Read more
  • How much does it cost to stay at The Darling Woods Of May? From £25 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.