South Moor Farm

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  • Small site on a farm on the edge of North York Moors National Park
  • Half an hour’s drive from Scarborough and 40 minutes from Whitby
  • Dogs welcome; easy access to hiking and biking trails in Dalby Forest
Fancy a spot of wild camping in a location that puts you within easy reach of windswept moors, North Sea beaches and forested walks? Then head to South Moor Farm, on a small livestock farm in the middle of Dalby Forest, a large wooded area on the southern edge of North York Moors National Park. With just a handful of pitches on well-maintained grass plots, this relaxed and rural spot comes with access to basic amenities, including a water tap, waste recycling and a disposal point for chemical waste (green chemicals only). There are two toilets and a shower on site, too. The pitches are in a paddock between the owners’ house and a barn, within easy cycling or walking distance of many local rights of way. A couple of pubs can be reached within about a 10-minute drive, and larger towns like Scarborough are half an hour away if you fancy a day at the beach or a night out – or if you need to stock up on essentials or camping equipment. Dogs are allowed at this family-friendly site, but please keep them on a lead at all times around the farm.

Site type

Lodges, cabins, pods or huts 1
Tent pitches 8
Rent a tent 1
Motorhome pitches 10
Open all year
Opens
Please note

Admission

  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.

Extras

  • A charge of £1.00 applies for the use of the shower.

Pitches

  • A cable measuring at least 5 metres is needed for the electric hook-ups.
  • 10 kWh of electricity is included per day. Further usage is metered onsite at £0.25 per kWh. Parking in Dalby Forest costs £3 per hour. Passing through without using the car parks is free if you exit within 25 minutes.

Languages spoken

English

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Reviews

9.4

Overall rating from 284 Pitchup.com customers

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95% would recommend this site to a friend

95% would stay here again

What customers say

This peaceful rural site, on the edge of Dalby Forest, offers stunning views and direct access to walking and cycling trails. Reviewers consistently praise the friendly and helpful owners, as well as the resident dogs. Facilities are described as basic but clean and functional, with recent upgrades to showers and toilets. While some note the remote location means bringing provisions, many appreciate the tranquility and value for money.

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A must for peace and quiet and stargazing

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Dom C. 7 reviews

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked Campsite is easy to find, well signposted on arrival. I had to drive through Dalby Forest to get here, as long as you don't take more than 30mins it's free of charge. Took me approx 15mins from start to finish. Signs at the campsite directing you where you can pitch. Pitches are perfect, flat ground throughout with trees dotted around.
The owners were very friendly and welcoming.
Bathrooms facilities very good, well equipped with toilet roll, hand soap, washing up liquid, paper towels and they were very clean.
The location is brilliant, only a short walk out of the campsite into all the walks around Dalby Forest. The views are brilliant, very peaceful location with lots of wildlife around.
This campsite is a must if you like stargazing, hopefully you'll get a clear night. The night sky here is one in a million.

Disliked Nothing

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Basic sure. Top location.

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Nicholas A. 1 review

Electric grass touring pitch

Liked This a no nonsense site. Feels a bit retro (which was a plus) compared to more modern sites. Basic facilities in a fantastic location. A small fee for EHU (which I normally wouldn’t bother with for an overnight). This meant toaster and coffee machine could be used. Cycle routes straight out of the site. Recommended

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Yeah good experience

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 DAVID D. 18 reviews

Electric grass touring pitch

Liked Remote and great to get that feeling of isolation, beautiful forested area with super scenery. Loved little Agnes the Jack Russell.

Disliked Facilities were basic but clean nonetheless so quite happy.

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Friendly, communicative and very accommodating.perfect spot…

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Anonymous

Electric grass touring pitch

Liked Friendly, communicative and very accommodating.perfect spot at access the mountain bike trails.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Loved Everything about it friendly welcoming…

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 Fay C. 1 review

Camping barn bunkhouse

Liked Loved Everything about it friendly welcoming owners beautiful place very peaceful

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Very quiet & peaceful…

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Anonymous

Electric grass touring pitch

Liked Very quiet & peaceful

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First time camping for my son…

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 Daniel S. 1 review

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked First time camping for my son (11 years old) and it was all we could have asked for. Rural and remote enough for it to be “proper camping”, but also had a lovely toilet/shower block that was very clean.

Owners were away when we arrived, but sent lovely emails to explain where to park, where to pitch etc.

Nice little posters up around site to explain how to use the facilities etc.

Met the owners on our second day. Both were lovely and welcoming. Had two dogs with lovely temperaments that my son took an instant liking to.

All in all a brilliant couple of nights away in a perfect setting.

Disliked N/A

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The simplicity of the site! Has…

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 Lyndsey H. 3 reviews

Electric grass touring pitch

Liked The simplicity of the site! Has everything you need without any faff! Beautiful views and excellent access into the forest. Much closer to the coast than I expected too

Disliked My only minor issue was with loose dogs as my own dogs would bark when they came over. Wouldn’t put me off returning though

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WiFi on the pitch. 2 toilets…

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 Claire S. 1 review

Non-electric grass touring pitch

Liked WiFi on the pitch. 2 toilets for ladies, 1 urinal and 1 toilet for men. Shower (I believe you have to pay but looked clean enough)
Lovely quiet site, and surrounded by nature, we loved the horses and the chickens/cockerels.
Owner is lovely and find the email sent beforehand is extra handy in locating the site.

Disliked Absolutely no fault of the site at all, more of a warning but coming back though Dalby forest we were charged £5 and was definitely not longer than the free 30 mins - currently arguing this with national forest.

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We had such a lovely stay…

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 Lisa C. 1 review

Electric grass touring pitch

Liked We had such a lovely stay here and would definitely recommend it! The place was peaceful and had some absolutely lovely views. The owners were so friendly, welcoming and warm from the moment we arrived, We also have to mention the lovely doggy Doris🐶❤️ She was such a sweetheart the kids loved having her around! It’s a fantastic place for families, especially with children, as there’s plenty of space for them to have fun, play and enjoy themselves.
And of course, we can’t forget the early morning wake-up calls from the rooster!🐓😂 would happily stay again overall such a great place.

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Features

Dogs 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 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 Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

D. of E. welcome Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Forest Peaceful Remote location Walkers' paradise 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

Type

Farm Small (11-25 pitches)

Accessibility

Uneven terrain; gravel or loose mud

Nearby leisure

Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Mountain biking nearby

Location

South Moor Farm

Langdale End

Scarborough

North Yorkshire

England

YO13 0LW

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)

GPS

54.3001°N
0.61042°W

Nearest transport

Coach
6.9 mi Sunday School
6.9 mi Playing Fields
7.7 mi The Royal Oak
Rail
8.4 mi Scarborough Rail Station
8.8 mi Seamer Rail Station
10.5 mi Grosmont Rail Station

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

Start your exploration of Dalby Forest at the visitors’ centre (15 minutes’ drive), where you can get expert advice on the best hiking routes. If you’re into birdwatching, head to the Raptor Viewpoint, where valley views come with sightings of ospreys and sparrowhawks. At National Trust - Bridestones, Crosscliff & Blakey Topping interesting rock formations date from the Jurassic Age. In Scarborough (half an hour), the 1930s Scarborough North Bay Railway, which goes through Northstead Manor Gardens and along the North Bay, is an effortless way to explore (some of) the town. Stop for an ice cream or fish and chips on either of the two sandy beaches, which are separated by a headland topped by the ruins of Scarborough Castle. Whitby (40 minutes) is renowned for its connection to Bram Stoker, who was inspired to create his character Dracula by the atmospheric ruins of Whitby Abbey, on a headland accessed via the 199 Steps. Across the River Esk, the Whalebone Arch overlooks the working harbour and is a great frame for a picture of the abbey.
(within 6.2 mi)
Castle, Aquarium, Theme park and Zoo (within 10 mi)

Food and drink

  • Moorcock Inn Pub 2.2 mi
  • Fox and Rabbit Pub 3.9 mi
  • The Anvil Inn Pub 4.1 mi
  • Horseshoe Inn Pub 4.5 mi
  • The Grapes Inn Pub 4.5 mi
  • Cayley Arms Pub 4.9 mi
  • The Coachman Inn Pub 5 mi
  • The Peacock Pub 5 mi
  • Snainton Fisheries Restaurant 5.1 mi
  • Cayley Arms Pub 5.6 mi

Parks and play

  • Adderstone Field 1.4 mi

Family days out

  • Bridestones Visitor attraction 2.1 mi
  • Dalby Forest Visitor Centre Visitor attraction 3.5 mi
  • Ayton Castle 6 mi
  • Beck Isle Cottage Visitor attraction 6.2 mi
  • Pickering Castle 7.5 mi
  • SEA LIFE Scarborough Aquarium 8.1 mi
  • Scarborough Sea Life Centre Aquarium 8.1 mi
  • Great Tower Castle 9 mi
  • Scarborough Castle 9 mi
  • Luna Park Theme park 9.1 mi

Public transport

  • Lane End 3.6 mi
  • Hole of Horcum 3.9 mi
  • Village Hall 5.3 mi
  • Post Office 5.5 mi
  • Wykeham Crossroads 5.7 mi

Other nearby

  • Sawdon Pines Golf Club 4.4 mi
  • Snainton Golf 4.9 mi

Local services

  • Spelsberg - Bosch;Shimano;Generic plug Charging station 3.5 mi
  • West Ayton Surgery Doctors 6 mi

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Must see

Dalby Forest Visitor Centre 3.5 mi

North Yorkshire Moors Railway 7.7 mi

Flamingo Land Theme Park and Zoo 10.3 mi

Whitby Abbey 13 mi

The Moors National Park Centre 16.2 mi

National Trust

Bridestones, Crosscliff and Blakey Topping 1.3 mi

Yorkshire Coast 8.4 mi

Nunnington Hall 16.1 mi

Rievaulx Terrace 20.4 mi

Ormesby Hall 28.5 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

Dalby Forest - Woodcock Way Trail 1.4 mi

Lockton and Levisham 3.6 mi

Lockton - Stain Dale - Bride Stones - Lockton 3.7 mi

Hole of Horcum - Levisham Moor - Levisham 3.9 mi

Hole of Horcum - Levisham - Lockton 3.9 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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Frequently asked questions

  • Does South Moor Farm have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is South Moor Farm dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near South Moor Farm? Start your exploration of Dalby Forest at the visitors’ centre (15 minutes’ drive), where you can get expert advice on the best hiking routes. If you’re into birdwatching, head to the Raptor … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of South Moor Farm?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  2 p.m. –  10:30 p.m.
    Depart by:  12 p.m.
    On-site accommodation
    Arrive:  2 p.m. –  10:30 p.m.
    Depart by:  12 p.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at South Moor Farm? From £15 (for 1 night, 6 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.