Woodpecker Pods
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- Peaceful location near the North York Moors National Park
- Half an hour from both York and the Yorkshire coast
- Luxury pods with firepits and patios
Site type
2
Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.- No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Sun 15 Feb to
Wifi at the unit/pitch
Reviews
95% would recommend this site to a friend
90% would stay here again
What customers say
This peaceful, secluded campsite offers a relaxed getaway with well-maintained pods, private toilets and showers, and shared kitchen facilities including a fridge and microwave. It features a children's play area and is conveniently located near Flamingo Land. Guests consistently praise the quiet atmosphere, excellent facilities, and the warm, helpful hospitality of the owners. Some minor issues with heating and Wi-Fi were noted, with management confirming improvements to bunk bed safety.
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Last updated 04/08/2026
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Great stay in the 6 weeks!
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Liked Relaxed and quiet
Secluded field with play park for kids
Own toilet/shower
Use of fridge/microwave if needed
Close to flamingo land
Disliked Nothing!
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Will come again ! Love it
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Liked Excellent. Been staying here for sevwral years. Brilliant location, accomodation and hosts. Love allocatwd toilet and shower facilitieis.
Disliked Need to increase kitchen supiles - tin.open as our ring pull snapped
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A beautiful setting in the heart…
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Liked A beautiful setting in the heart of the countryside. The pods, toilets and showers are lovely and clean, and the other facilities available such as the fire-pit, seating and kitchen are equally fantastic. The garden area with play equipment and football net were our children’s favourites too. What we loved the most is how quiet and peaceful the site was and how welcoming and helpful the owners were too. We will be definitely back as soon as we can we loved Woodpecker Pods!
Disliked Nothing at all it was perfect!
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My daughter and her friends stayed…
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Liked My daughter and her friends stayed for a quite 18th birthday trip…it’s a beautiful little site, they spent their time painting the beautiful flowers, roasting marshmallows and the owner kindly dropped them in the nearby town for the afternoon to walk around the shops, and also provided them with towels that all 3 girls managed to forget! Really lovely place, for those looking for a quiet spot.
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A perfect place for cosy country getaway!
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Liked Absolutely everything! The scenery, the peace and quiet, the well equipped Pods, the super friendly host and the overall comfort of our stay. The pods are in a perfect location. We even had a fan sat in the pod waiting for us, with the weather been so warm. It was perfect!
Disliked Selfishly I want to say everything so I can keep them all to myself but honestly, we have nothing to dislike.
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We had a wonderful stay and…
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Liked We had a wonderful stay and highly recommend this place. The welcome was incredibly warm, and the hospitality was exceptional from start to finish. The hosts were fantastic at accommodating our every need. All amenities were spotlessly clean. We were lucky enough to have the entire site to ourselves, making the peaceful surroundings even more enjoyable. Thank you for a lovely stay!
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Fabulous place, really well serviced, great facilities-will be back!
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Liked Great space, lovely big area for children to play, really good covered cooking area and new, clean toilets and showers dedicated to your own pod.
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Lovely quiet site with fantastic toilet…
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Liked Lovely quiet site with fantastic toilet and shower block. Loved having one just for our use. We had the place to ourselves the first night and then had lovely neighbours for the rest of the stay. Play park was brilliant and the host was lovely and really welcoming. Fire pits were a huge bonus!
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I would highly recommend to any family.
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Liked Communal bbq, plenty of space for the kids to run around. Owners were incredibly helpful and on hand when we had problems with the lights. The owners very kindly decorated the pod and left chocolates for a birthday we were celebrating. It was quiet and Peaceful at night, clean and well equipped pods and kitchen/ bbq area and a lovely campfire. Can a family ask for anything smore 😊
Disliked Nothing
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Wonderful location, really peaceful. We…
Anonymous Camping pod
Liked Wonderful location, really peaceful. We were lucky to have clear night skies and saw shooting stars, zero light pollution around. The fact you have your own shower and toilet is a big plus in the ablutions pod. There are plug sockets in the pods so you can bring a hairdryer, charge your phone etc..The lady who runs it is really friendly and makes you feel welcome. We'll be going back in the future as it's such a lovely place. Nice little park too for kids.
Disliked Having to leave.
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Features
No dogs allowed
Campfires allowed
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 WatersportsAmenities 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 Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
D. of E. welcome Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed No dogs allowedThemes
Peaceful Spectacular sceneryUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Communal fridge Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Public transport nearby Shop nearbyType
Tiny (1-10 pitches)Nearby leisure
Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Mountain biking nearby Outdoor pool nearby Restaurant nearbyLocation
Woodpecker Pods
Welburn Grange Cottage
Kirkbymoorside
Helmsley
North Yorkshire
England
YO62 6HJ
Directions Timezone
Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)
GPS
54.23743°N
0.94626°W
Route directions
Nearest transport
Coach
Rail
Ferry
AirportPlease 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
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
| Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Robin Hoods Bay | 21.4 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Good | Good |
| Sandsend | 21.4 mi | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
| Whitby | 21.8 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Runswick Bay | 21.8 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Scarborough North Bay | 22.1 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Good | Good |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Duncombe Park 5.2 mi
Flamingo Land Theme Park and Zoo 6 mi
North Yorkshire Moors Railway 6.8 mi
Rievaulx Terrace & Temples (NT) 6.8 mi
Rievaulx Abbey 7.1 mi
National Trust
Nunnington Hall 2.5 mi
Rievaulx Terrace 6.8 mi
Bridestones, Crosscliff and Blakey Topping 13 mi
Mount Grace Priory 17.8 mi
Beningbrough Hall and Gardens 18.5 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
NUNNINGTON HALL 2.4 mi
Beverley and The Westwood: 'Minster, Mills and Markets' 4.7 mi
DUNCOMBE PARK 5.1 mi
Pickering to Levisham Station by Train - Return on Foot 6.8 mi
RIEVAULX TERRACE 6.8 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.
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- Discover the Cultural Highlights of the North York Moors
- Cycling in the North York Moors
- A family-friendly guide to the North York Moors
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- Stargazing on the North York Moors
- A Guide to North York Moors Wildlife
- The Ultimate North East England Camping Guide
- North East England Area Guide
- Campsites on the Pennine Way
- Pitchup.com's camping guide
- Essential camping checklist
Frequently asked questions
- Does Woodpecker Pods have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Woodpecker Pods dog friendly? No View all features
- What attractions are near Woodpecker Pods? The site is close to the splendidly scenic North York Moors National Park for walks, bike rides and essential picnics, with more of the same available at Dalby Forest about half an … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Woodpecker Pods?
Read moreOn-site accommodation Arrive: 2 p.m. – 8 p.m. Depart by: 10:30 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Woodpecker Pods? From £130 (for 2 nights, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.