Cotril Farm Campsite
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- Peaceful, simple rural site on a family-run North Yorkshire farm
- A 15-minute drive to Castle Howard; 35 minutes to York
- Wild camping, Howardian Hills views, sheep and pigs in the fields
Site type
6
24
This site has no on-site shower facilities.
Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.- Group bookings of 3 or more units (e.g. tent, touring caravan, motorhome or accommodation hire) travelling together are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
- No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- Swimming in the lake is not allowed.
- Please note that the toilet facilities are unisex.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Fri, 23 May to
Pitch types & availability
Non-electric grass motorhome pitch
4 people maximum 
9.8/10
28 reviews Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 7m width × 7m depth (49m²)
Arrival daysFrom £18
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Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch
4 people maximum 9.7/10
51 reviews Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 7m width × 7m depth (49m²)
Arrival daysFrom £18
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Reviews
100% would recommend this site to a friend
99% would stay here again
What customers say
Cotril Farm offers a peaceful and spacious camping experience with beautiful countryside views. Visitors frequently praise the clean portaloos, friendly and accommodating owners, and the option to purchase fresh farm produce. While facilities are basic, they are well-maintained. Some noise from farm animals is present, but generally considered part of the farm atmosphere. It's ideal for a relaxing, back-to-basics getaway.
Summary AI-generated from Pitchup.com customer reviews
Nice site. Simple for basic camping. Good price & friendly.
Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch
Liked Scenic. Simple campsite. Very friendly owners who did all they could to help
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Gorgeous campsite with lovely views. Owners…
Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch
Liked Gorgeous campsite with lovely views. Owners were really helpful and friendly. Very quiet, clean and peaceful. Would definitely come again or recommend.
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Excellent site, very friendly owner, clean and tidy
Non-electric grass motorhome pitch
Liked Brilliant site, well looked after, site setup was great, pitches numbered for convenience, water tap by the toilets, basic amenities clean and tidy, refuse bins labelled for recycling and separate bin for bbq/campfire ashes and buckets for water (just in case) owner was very welcoming.
Would definitely stay again
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We came here for our first try at camping and will definitely return.
Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch
Liked You can have campfires
It’s a lovely quiet campsite
There’s a drinking water tap, toilets and waste disposal. All were very clean and well maintained.
Only 20 minute drive to supermarkets.
Owner was very friendly and made sure to check we were ok when we arrived and before we left.
There are a few communal toys which me 2 year old loved running off to and playing with.
Disliked Nothing really. The pigs were extra noisy when we were there but I don’t think that is the normal experience, it sounded like we were at Jurassic park at some points which the kids actually enjoyed. We didn’t even notice them after a bit.
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Would go back…
Non-electric grass motorhome pitch
Liked Great location, nice little walk to the shop in the village. Site was quiet and clean too and the pitches were spacious. Toilets were kept very clean.
Disliked Would have been nice to have a sink near the toilets to wash your hands. Whilst antibacterial get was provided I always prefer to wash too. Just a personal preference.
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Reminded me of my childhood camping. Perfect place to relax.
Non-electric grass motorhome pitch
Liked - How traditional it was, very simple but that’s exactly what you need.
- The views.
- The owner checked in on everyone, he was very friendly and considerate.
The information board detailing local attractions, takeaways, restaurants and amenities.
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Great site for £18. Quiet, clean and back to basics.
Non-electric grass motorhome pitch
Liked Warm welcome from the owner. Easy to find. Clean and tidy and a good price.
Disliked Nothing
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Lovely, tranquil setting with plenty of room.
Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch
Liked We initially booked on the campsite at Castle Howard, but when we arrived it was very overcrowded with little room to pitch.
We had a quick look on Pitch up and found Cotril Farm.
What a lovely, tranquil setting with plenty of space for everyone. Lovely views over the fields and we had a lovely run in the Howardian Hills the day after.
Basic facilities but that didnt matter to us.
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Great place loved it!! Great hosts!…
Non-electric grass motorhome pitch
Liked Great place loved it!! Great hosts! Very peaceful
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Back to basics simple camping with…
Non-electric grass motorhome pitch
Liked Back to basics simple camping with plenty of space to let the kids run around without disturbing others. Really accommodating owners with delicious meat and eggs available.
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Features
Portable toilet
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 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 WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wild camping Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Shop nearbyType
Farm Medium (26-50 pitches)Nearby leisure
Cycle hire 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 Tennis nearbyLocation
Cotril Farm Campsite
New Road
Terrington
York
North Yorkshire
England
YO60 6NT
Directions Timezone
Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)
GPS
54.13442°N
0.97766°W
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scarborough North Bay | 25.5 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Good | Good |
| Scarborough South Bay | 25.6 mi | Sea | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor |
| Cayton Bay | 26 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Robin Hoods Bay | 27.2 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Good | Good |
| Sandsend | 28.3 mi | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Kew at Castle Howard 3 mi
The Arboretum - Kew at Castle Howard 3 mi
Castle Howard 3 mi
Duncombe Park 8.1 mi
Flamingo Land Theme Park and Zoo 8.4 mi
National Trust
Nunnington Hall 4.9 mi
Rievaulx Terrace 10.1 mi
Beningbrough Hall and Gardens 12.3 mi
Treasurer's House 12.6 mi
Goddards Garden 14.4 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
The Lumps and Bumps of Castle Howard 2.9 mi
CASTLE HOWARD 3 mi
Sheriff Hutton and the Howardian Hills 3.3 mi
SHERIFF HUTTON PARK 3.7 mi
NUNNINGTON HALL 5 mi
Local events
- Harrogate Autumn Flower Show (Friday 19 September 2025 – Friday 19 September 2025)
Ripon, North Yorkshire 23.9 mi
- Leeds Festival (Thursday 21 August 2025 – Thursday 21 August 2025)
Wetherby, West Yorkshire 24.5 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 Cotril Farm Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Cotril Farm Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Cotril Farm Campsite? Local attractions and activities include: – Castle Howard: 15 minutes' drive – Nunnington Hall: 15 minutes – Sandburn Hall golf course: 20 minutes – Malton: 20 minutes – Helmsley: 25 minutes – … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Cotril Farm Campsite?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: 11 a.m. – 10 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Cotril Farm Campsite? From £18 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.