How much does it cost to stay at Wharfe Camp?

From £30 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.

Wharfe Camp

View prices & book Last booked 2 days ago 2 reviews

Quiet, adults-only site amid stunning scenery in the Yorkshire Dales
A five-minute walk to Kettlewell on the Dales Way for hiking
Great Whernside fell and Kilnsey Crag within 15 minutes’ drive

As a smaller, adults-only site in the Yorkshire Dales National Park that welcomes couples and solo travellers but not groups, Wharfe Camp encourages a peaceful, quiet atmosphere where you'll be surrounded by the sounds of the countryside. As well as only accepting a small number of people, it has views of the green north Yorkshire countryside and is a five-minute walk from Kettlewell with its three pubs, bistro, garage, launderette and well-stocked village shop. The rural settlement (known for its annual Scarecrow Festival) is on the Dales Way, so there are lots of scenic walks in the local area. The River Wharfe is also metres from the site for kayakers and Kilnsey Crag is less than 10 minutes’ drive away for the climbers. Cavers are also sorted as the subterranean systems in Wharfedale are about the same distance from the site. If you are sticking to strolls, the circular route around the glacial lake at Malham Tarn starts from 45 minutes away or you can wander up to the waterfalls at Gordale Scar to gaze up at the overhanging limestone cliffs, stopping by Malham Cove to take snaps of the odd rock formations (35 minutes from the site) along the way. On site, the back of the family barn has been extended to include new toilets, a hot shower in a wetroom and washing-up facilities. Recycling’s also encouraged. Please note this is place that's all about the peace and quiet, so no radios, televisions, musical instruments or musical kit are permited. Guests are asked to close car door and boots gently. Group bookings aren't permitted either (this includes groups making individual bookings and meeting up on site).

Site type

Open now

Please note

Group bookings of 2 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
A charge of £0.00 applies for the use of the shower.
Guests under the age of 18 are not allowed on site.
Units longer than 5 metres are not allowed.
Guests must bring their own duvets, pillows, sheets and towels when staying in rental accommodation. You will not be allowed to stay if you do not bring these items.
This is a quiet site: no music is allowed.
Bookings must not consist of more than 1 different households.
No naked flames are allowed inside the hired accommodation units.
Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
No gas barbecues allowed.
No electric barbecues allowed.
Please note that the toilet facilities are unisex.
Please note that the shower facilities are unisex.
If reception is closed on arrival: please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.
The charging of electric vehicles is not permitted on site.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Mon, 3 Feb to Fri, 31 Oct 2025

Pitch types & availability

Reviews

100% would stay here again

Reviews page 1 of 1

Arrival date (latest first)

Superb small quiet site, with private pitches & stunning scenery

Overall 10/10
Location		10
Value for money		10
Accommodation		10
Facilities / Activities		10
Customer service		10
Child friendliness	No rating
Cleanliness		10
Wifi	No rating

Jun 2025 Anonymous

Electric optional grass tent pitch

Liked Wide pitches, extremely private with hedging and in a fantastic position in Kettlewell, overlooking stunning scenery. Great welcoming host Sean, and exceptionally clean facilities.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Lovely site in a beautiful area. Very quiet with private pitches. Facilities…

Overall 9/10
Location		9
Value for money		9
Accommodation		10
Facilities / Activities		9
Customer service		10
Child friendliness	No rating
Cleanliness		10
Wifi		7

Jun 2025 Barbara K.

Electric optional hardstanding campervan pitch

Liked Lovely site in a beautiful area. Very quiet with private pitches. Facilities kept very clean. Owner friendly and helpful but also left us to enjoy ourselves.
A great part of the country for walking.

Disliked A very minor point but a hook or two near the sinks to hang up washbags etc would be useful.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Features

No dogs allowed

Adults only

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

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

Rules

Adults only Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed No dogs allowed

Themes

Luxury Peaceful Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wildlife haven

Utilities

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

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Public transport nearby Shop nearby

Type

Tiny (1-10 pitches)

Accessibility

Accessible parking at pitch

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Horse riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Watersports nearby

Location

Wharfe Camp

Kettlewell

Skipton

North Yorkshire

England

BD23 5HX

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)

GPS

54.14996°N
2.05196°W

Nearest transport

Coach

13.3 mi Bus Station Stand 8

20.4 mi Bus Station

20.8 mi Bus Station

Rail

10.1 mi Horton-in-Ribblesdale Rail Station

10.9 mi Settle Rail Station

11.9 mi Giggleswick Rail Station

Ferry

Airport

25.2 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

Climber or caver? Kilnsey Crag is less than 10 minutes’ drive from the site if you are here to scale some walls, and the underground systems in Wharfedale are about the same distance away for subterranean capers… And, try out fly fishing at Kilnsey Park (10 minutes) too. If you are sticking to strolls, the circular route around the glacial lake at Malham Tarn starts about 45 minutes’ drive away, and a wander up to the waterfalls at Gordale Scar to gaze up at overhanging limestone cliffs, stopping by Malham Cove to take snaps of the odd rock formations, is possible about 35 minutes from the site. For more forays into the countryside, Great Whernside and its fell walks take 10 minutes to reach. Along with the hills, the market towns are also worth visiting in North Yorkshire, like pretty Grassington (15 minutes' drive), where the new All Creatures Great and Small is being filmed, and Skipton, for its castle (25 minutes). Another ancient building to swing by is the 12th-century Augustinian monastery Bolton Priory 40 minutes’ drive away.

Must see

Jervaulx Abbey 15.1 mi

Fountains Abbey 19.3 mi

East Riddlesden Hall (NT) 20.2 mi

Richmond Castle 21.5 mi

Easby Abbey (EH) 22 mi

National Trust

Malham Tarn Estate 6 mi

Braithwaite Hall 12.6 mi

Brimham Rocks 15.6 mi

Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal Water Garden 19.3 mi

East Riddlesden Hall 20.3 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

Kettlewell - Buckden Pike - Buckden - Kettlewell 0.2 mi

Kettlewell - Starbotton - Great Whernside 0.3 mi

Kettlewell and Starbotton 0.3 mi

Kettlewell and Lovers' Lane 0.3 mi

Arncliffe - Kettlewell - Arncliffe 2.2 mi

Local events

Great Yorkshire Show (Tuesday 8 July 2025 – Tuesday 8 July 2025)
Harrogate, North Yorkshire 25.2 mi
Harrogate Autumn Flower Show (Friday 19 September 2025 – Friday 19 September 2025)
Ripon, North Yorkshire 25.6 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.

Policies

Booking terms and conditions

Admission

Guests under the age of 18 are not allowed on site.

Arrivals and departures

Late arrivals must notify the park as soon as possible. Your booking will be held for 24 hours. After this period the management reserves the right to relet your unit.
No refunds/discounts for inclement weather, late arrivals or early departures.
Please pick any available pitch on arrival.
The site will send you further check-in information 2 day(s) before your arrival.

Changes to your holiday

Bookings cannot be amended within 21 day(s) of arrival.

Extras

A charge of £0.00 applies for the use of the shower.
Motorbike(s) can be brought instead of the car(s) included.

General

In the event of a complaint, please speak to reception immediately. Complaints which are not brought to the management's attention during your stay cannot be dealt with once you have left the site.
Please note that the shower facilities are unisex.
Please note that the toilet facilities are unisex.
Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
Public areas are non-smoking.
Quiet hours must be respected between 9 p.m. and 8 a.m..
Radios and audio equipment are not permitted.
The management reserves the right to deny access or terminate the stay of those guests whose behaviour is deemed unsuitable. No refunds will be offered.
This is a quiet site: no music is allowed.

Hired accommodation

Guests must bring their own duvets, pillows, sheets and towels when staying in rental accommodation. You will not be allowed to stay if you do not bring these items.
No naked flames are allowed inside the hired accommodation units.
Your unit must be left clean and tidy; a fine of £30.00 will be charged for unclean units upon departure.

Occupancy

Bookings must not consist of more than 1 different households.
Group bookings of 2 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.

Pitches

Please note, pup tents are to be used for storage purposes only. Guests may not use them for sleeping.
You must follow the management directives when pitching your tent/unit and related equipment.

Reception

If reception is closed on arrival: please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.

Safety

Barbecues are permitted but must be raised off the ground and attended by an adult at all times.
Firearms are not permitted.
No electric barbecues allowed.
No gas barbecues allowed.
Open fires are prohibited.

Vehicles

No vehicle movement between 10 p.m. and 8 a.m..
Only one car is to be parked by the pitch. Extra vehicles must be parked in the designated area.
The car is only included in the rate if you are travelling with a touring caravan or a tent. Cars are not permitted when travelling with a motorhome/campervan.
The charging of electric vehicles is not permitted on site.
Units longer than 5 metres are not allowed.

Visitors

Visitors are not permitted on site.

Payment terms

Offers

Conditions apply - see pitch type section for details

Nearest sites

Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable sites.

Frequently asked questions

Does Wharfe Camp have a swimming pool? No View all features
Is Wharfe Camp dog friendly? No View all features
What attractions are near Wharfe Camp? Climber or caver? Kilnsey Crag is less than 10 minutes’ drive from the site if you are here to scale some walls, and the underground systems in Wharfedale are about the same … Read more

When can I check in and check out of Wharfe Camp?

Camping and touring
Arrive:	1 p.m. –	6 p.m.
Depart by:	11 a.m.
On-site accommodation
Arrive:	2 p.m. –	8 p.m.
Depart by:	11 a.m.

How much does it cost to stay at Wharfe Camp? From £30 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.

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Electric hook-up (1 max)		£10 (£10) per night
Extra car (1 max)		£10 (£10) per night