Bridge House Campsite

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Visitor image of the wake up to this view
Lodge at the site's entrance on the main road
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  • Peaceful back-to-basics site opposite a pub in a quiet hamlet
  • Close to several walking routes in the Yorkshire Dales National Park
  • 400 year old food pub opposite the site
Pizza, dales and cask ale... what a winning combo. Get stuck into the lot from peaceful and rural Bridge House Campsite in the Yorkshire Dales National Park: this lovely little place has its own pizzeria and is a few minutes' potter from the local pub and a fine menu of fine cask ales (and pub grub too, should you crave yet more after your pizza). You may then care to burn some of that off. Sorted, as the site is in a popular place for Yorkshire Dales hikes, with several trails (including the Dales Way) accessible from local village Starbotton, and enough more nearby to burn off even a daily pizza and cask ale habit... Around the region, Skipton is half an hour's drive south and Harrogate within an hour to the north east. The Nidderdale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty is 45 minutes away. But back to that pizza. Bridge House is set around a 19th-century farmhouse, owned by generations of the same family since 1883; the most recent lot have – how sensible – turned the house's dining room has been turned into a pizzeria where pizzas, desserts and soft drinks are available to have in or take away on Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday evenings. And the pub? It's the Fox and Hounds, a 400 year old inn conveniently set almost opposite the site. Pitches at Bridge House are on grass and for tents, and amenities include a water tap, a flushing toilet and a portable shower in a shaded corner next to the camping field. The site is behind the pizzeria: look for the Cecilia's Pizzeria sign.

Site type

Lodges, cabins, pods or huts 1
Tent pitches 6
Open now
Opens 3 April
Please note
  • At least one of the party members must be aged 21 or over.
  • Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.

Languages spoken

English

Russian

Open from Fri 3 Apr to

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Reviews

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98% would recommend this site to a friend

98% would stay here again

What customers say

This is a highly recommended, small campsite in a beautiful, peaceful Yorkshire Dales location. Visitors consistently praise the spotlessly clean and modern facilities, including a new toilet and shower block. The on-site pizzeria, serving "restaurant quality" pizzas, and the adjacent pub are highlights. The friendly and accommodating owner, Cecilia, adds to the positive experience. It's noted as an ideal base for walking and exploring the surrounding countryside. Some minor points raised include potential access challenges for wider vehicles and a mention of a loud owl.

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Arrival date (latest first)

Beautiful Quiet site in great location

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Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked Beautifully maintained quiet site.
Lovely escape after The Wharfedale 3 peaks. Cecilia a great host and pizzas were amazing. Will be back.

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Lovely, cozy accommodation; loved the stone…

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Lodge (adults only)

Liked Lovely, cozy accommodation; loved the stone brick building. Very clean with excellent bathroom facilities. Fantastic pizza made fresh on-site. Highly recommend.

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It’s really beautiful. The facilities are…

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Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked It’s really beautiful. The facilities are great. It’s peaceful, and has a very special atmosphere.
On the negative side, the owl was pretty loud.

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A great weekend, will come again.

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Liked A lovely site in a perfect location. Toilet and shower were spotless. The owner met me on arrival, was very friendly and cooked me a fabulous pizza.

Disliked None

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Great little campsite. Nice setting. Flat…

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Max H. 1 review

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked Great little campsite. Nice setting. Flat pitches and facilities close by with a really good shower. Cecilia’s pizza was also very nice to have. Safe for children and everything was very clean.

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Lovely site ,great scenery. Facilities spot…

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Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked Lovely site ,great scenery. Facilities spot on.

Disliked Weather

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The perfect small campsite. The owner…

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Liked The perfect small campsite. The owner is lovely. Felt like wild camping but with the added bonus of one shower, one toilet and a kitchen sink. What more could you need.

Disliked Nothing

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Peaceful getaway

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Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked Quiet, great walks, small site, clean facilities

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I've stayed here a few times now, will stay again

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Lodge (adults only)

Liked Cosy space for a few days exploration

Disliked Not a dislike, but a suggestion.
a microwave would be useful as the pub & pizza place were both closed on one of my nights
Bug no dislikes!

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Lovely site and facilities. Amazing setting…

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Karen L. 1 review

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked Lovely site and facilities. Amazing setting and the pizzas were fabulous 👌

Disliked Nothing.

Recommend to friends Visit again


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 Car parking by pitch/unit 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

Peaceful Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise

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

Tiny (1-10 pitches)

Location

Bridge House Campsite

Starbotton

Skipton

North Yorkshire

England

BD23 5HY

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)

GPS

54.16945°N
2.07463°W

Nearest transport

Coach
14.7 mi Bus Station Stand 8
21.9 mi Bus Station
22 mi Bus Station
Rail
9.3 mi Horton-in-Ribblesdale Rail Station
11 mi Settle Rail Station
11.9 mi Ribblehead Rail Station
Airport
26.8 mi Leeds Bradford International Airport

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 village Starbotton is a popular startoff point for Yorkshire Dales and Wharfdale hikes, as it's near the Dales Way, running for 80 miles from Ilkley in West Yorkshire to Bowness-on-Windermere in Cumbria. Energetic types could also tackle Buckden Pike (10 minutes' drive), a heady fell hike leading to the top of Wharfedale; the only higher peak in the area is Great Whernside (15 minutes), a paltry two metres taller. There's loads more to see and do in the area by car, such as Kilnsey Park, (15 minutes), a farm park with fishing and kids' activities), or a look at the history and industry of the area at the Dales Countryside Museum (35 minutes) or grand old Bolton Abbey, 40 minutes away. If you're craving yet more Yorkshire cuisine, cheesy treats at Wensleydale Creamery are within 35 minutes' drive. Further afield, have a peaceful ride on the Settle-Carlisle Railway, the spectacular 73-mile journey from Settle (50 minutes) to Carlisle via the Yorkshire Dales,  the North Pennines and the mighty Ribblehead Viaduct; this one is a bit of a must.

Must see

Jervaulx Abbey 15.2 mi

Fountains Abbey 20.4 mi

Richmond Castle 21 mi

Easby Abbey (EH) 21.5 mi

East Riddlesden Hall (NT) 21.8 mi

National Trust

Malham Tarn Estate 6.2 mi

Braithwaite Hall 12.6 mi

Brimham Rocks 16.9 mi

Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal Water Garden 20.4 mi

East Riddlesden Hall 21.9 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

Buckden - Starbotton - Moortop - Buckden 1.7 mi

Buckden Rake 1.7 mi

Kettlewell - Buckden Pike - Buckden - Kettlewell 1.9 mi

Kettlewell - Starbotton - Great Whernside 1.9 mi

Kettlewell and Starbotton 1.9 mi

Local events

  • Kettlewell Scarecrow Festival (Saturday, 8 August 2026 – Saturday, 8 August 2026)

    Skipton, North Yorkshire 1.9 mi

  • Great Yorkshire Show (Tuesday, 14 July 2026 – Tuesday, 14 July 2026)

    Harrogate, North Yorkshire 26.6 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 Bridge House Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Bridge House Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Bridge House Campsite? Local village Starbotton is a popular startoff point for Yorkshire Dales and Wharfdale hikes, as it's near the Dales Way, running for 80 miles from Ilkley in West Yorkshire to Bowness-on-Windermere in … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Bridge House Campsite?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  12 p.m. –  9 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
    On-site accommodation
    Arrive:  3 p.m. –  9 p.m.
    Depart by:  10:30 a.m.
    Read more
  • How much does it cost to stay at Bridge House Campsite? From £24 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.