Flaxton Meadows
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- Spacious adults-only Yorkshire site with easy access from the A64
- A 20-minute drive from central York and 45 minutes from the coast
- Eco-friendly site with a nature trail and nest box webcams
Site type
15
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5
5
The site only allows dogs up to 32kg.- Guests under the age of 18 are not allowed on site.
- Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.
- A cable measuring at least 15 metres is needed for the electric hook-ups.
- Units longer than 10 metres are not allowed.
- Swimming in the lake is not allowed.
- The site does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro) and/or any of the following: American Staffordshire terrier, Rottweiler, any Mastiff or Tosa. All touring units must have at least one portable fire extinguisher. Electric cars must be parked in a designated area.
Languages spoken
French
German
Spanish
Open from Sat, 1 Mar to
Open from Sun, 1 Mar to
Pitch types & availability
Electric grass touring pitch
Adults only 
6 people maximum 
9.6/10
8 reviews Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 9m width × 12m depth (108m²)
Arrival daysFrom £34
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Electric hardstanding touring pitch
Adults only 6 people maximum 9.7/10
148 reviews Ground type: Hardstanding
Pitch size: Max 9m width × 12m depth (108m²)
Arrival daysFrom £34
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Fully-serviced hardstanding touring pitch
Adults only 6 people maximum 9.8/10
45 reviews Ground type: Hardstanding
Pitch size: Max 9m width × 12m depth (108m²)
Arrival daysFrom £35
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Reviews
99% would recommend this site to a friend
98% would stay here again
What customers say
Guests praise the immaculately clean and well-maintained site, highlighting the spacious pitches and excellent, modern toilet and shower facilities. The friendly and helpful staff, along with the on-site bar and pizza van, are frequently mentioned as positives. While most reviews are overwhelmingly positive, a few minor points like Wi-Fi coverage and occasional noise disturbances were noted, with managers confirming issues are addressed.
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Excellent adults site to recharge the batteries
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Fully-serviced hardstanding touring pitch
Liked Quiet site - beautiful location. The staff on site were helpful, knowledgeable and very welcoming. We enjoyed a pint or two in the bar and a nice walk around the locality.
It was nice to see that the menu at the pizza van had been extended and there was more variety which included jacket potatoes and burgers.
This is our 10th or 11th visit and it is just perfect to getaway and to recharge your batteries. Thanks again.
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From the manager: Thank you Robert for taking the time to leave a great review. We are delighted you enjoyed your stay with us, and look forward to welcoming you back on your next visit.
Excellent site!
Mitchell's Field electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch
Liked Fabulous campsite. Toilets and showers were immaculate. Very quiet. Will definitely be back!
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From the manager: Thank you Hannah for leaving a great review. We hope you had an enjoyable stay with us, and hope we can welcome you back again soon.
Really nice, clean, tidy site. Good…
Electric hardstanding touring pitch
Liked Really nice, clean, tidy site. Good facilities and well kept. Super easy to get too with no small narrow roads that are tricky to navigate. Highly recommend. Nice bar and food. Close to park and ride for York which was excellent.
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From the manager: Thank you Kaye for taking the time to leave great review. We hope you enjoyed your stay with us, and hope we can welcome you back again soon.
Great campsite, spacious, clean and tidy…
Electric hardstanding touring pitch
Liked Great campsite, spacious, clean and tidy
Disliked Restaurant/bar could have more of a variety. Very limited choices
No public transport nearby
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From the manager: Thank you Anesh for taking the time to leave a review, and your comments have been noted. We do offer quite an extensive menu over the weekends. We do hope you had an enjoyable stay.
Good facilities friendly staff and well…
Fully-serviced hardstanding touring pitch
Liked Good facilities friendly staff and well located
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From the manager: Thank you Peter for taking the time to leave a great review. We hope you had an enjoyable stay and hope we can welcome you back again soon.
Superb site and highly recommend it.
Fully-serviced hardstanding touring pitch
Liked Wow! What a site this was, when booking in a site you never know what you’ll face or get but this is top trumps when it comes to sites.
This site was spotless and Mark who met us was super friendly and showed us where our pitch was which was a nice touch. Shower and toilet blocks were fantastic and again super clean.
Even had their very own pizza van where we enjoyed a couple of pizzas with a beer from the on site pub.
Disliked Absolutely nothing at all
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From the manager: Thank you Bruce for taking the time to leave such a fantastic review, it does mean a lot to the team to receive. We are delighted you enjoyed your stay with us, and enjoyed our G Papa J's pizzas. We hope we can welcome you back again soon.
As always, excellent…
Electric hardstanding touring pitch
Liked As always, excellent
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From the manager: Thanks Tony for leaving a great review, we are delighted you enjoyed staying with us and look forward to welcoming you back very soon.
Very well maintained site.Easy access to…
Electric grass touring pitch
Liked Very well maintained site.Easy access to York and the canal.Very friendly staff,definitely recommend.
Disliked Bus times not great,needs more transport.
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From the manager: Thank you for taking the time to leave a great review, and for your kind recommendation. We hope you enjoyed your stay with us, and will visit again soon.
Excellent adult site with excellent facilities and friendly staff
Mitchell's Field electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch
Liked Clean warm amenities
Bar
Food van
Spacious pitches
Friendly staff
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From the manager: Thank you Tracey for taking the time to leave a great 10 star review. We hope you had an enjoyable stay and hope we can welcome you back again very soon.
What a lovely little find. Staff…
Mitchell's Field electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch
Liked What a lovely little find. Staff were very helpful and friendly. Loved the bar and very reasonably priced. Good facilities, and tent pitches were very spacious. Brilliant location with plenty of days out in the vicinity. Would definitely stay again.
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From the manager: Thank you Lucy for taking the time to leave a great review. We are delighted you enjoyed your stay with us and hope we can welcome you back again very soon.
Features
Adults only
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 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 Rallies welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Adults only Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowedThemes
Peaceful Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearbyType
Farm Medium (26-50 pitches) Small (11-25 pitches)Accessibility
Accessible parking at pitch Bathrooms: Step-free access Bathrooms: Wheelchair accessible shower Bathrooms: Wheelchair accessible toilet Bathrooms: Wide doorways (over 30 inches/75cm) Level site, no steep slopes Step-free or level accessNearby leisure
Golf nearby Restaurant nearbyTouring and motorhomes
Drainage hook-up points for tourersLocation
Flaxton Meadows
York Lane
Flaxton
York
North Yorkshire
England
YO60 7QZ
Directions Timezone
Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)
GPS
54.04529°N
0.98886°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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cayton Bay | 28.8 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Scarborough South Bay | 29.1 mi | Sea | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor |
| Scarborough North Bay | 29.1 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Good | Good |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Castle Howard 6.2 mi
The Arboretum - Kew at Castle Howard 6.2 mi
Kew at Castle Howard 6.2 mi
York Minster 6.8 mi
YorkBoat Guided River Trips 7.1 mi
National Trust
Treasurer's House 6.8 mi
Goddards Garden 8.6 mi
Beningbrough Hall and Gardens 9.2 mi
Nunnington Hall 11.1 mi
Rievaulx Terrace 15.5 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
SHERIFF HUTTON PARK 2.5 mi
Sheriff Hutton and the Howardian Hills 3 mi
HOWSHAM HALL 4.6 mi
ALDBY PARK 4.6 mi
Battle of Stamford Bridge, 1066 5.4 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 Flaxton Meadows have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Flaxton Meadows dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Flaxton Meadows? Starting your explores of the local area is as simple as wandering next door to Strensall Common, managed by the Yorkshire Wildlife Trust and with plenty of paths to wander along (some … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Flaxton Meadows?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: 2 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Depart by: 12 p.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Flaxton Meadows? From £30 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.