Fox Covert

View prices & book 8.8 143 reviews
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One of the pubs in easingwold
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  • Simple, well-kept North Yorkshire site under a mile from Huby
  • A 20-minute drive to York or the Howardian Hills
  • Dogs and kids welcome; good bus services from the village
If you like the idea of a rural break but also value the convenience of having village facilities within a couple of minutes’ drive, find yourself a space at Fox Covert. This North Yorkshire site is in a proper countryside spot surrounded by green farmland, and it’s just a mile from the village of Huby – for when you feel the need for a shop, or want to visit a pub (with food), a Chinese takeaway or a fish and chip shop. The village is a handy hub for various things, but it’s not the only urban option around here: the market town of Easingwold is about 10 minutes’ drive away (for more pubs, shops and places to eat, plus a twice-weekly market), and it will take you about 20 minutes to get to York to visit its historic attractions. Both destinations can be reached by bus from the village. If it’s all about the rural activities for you, you’ll also be well served here: there’s fishing just up the road at Redwood Park (five minutes’ drive), and plenty of scenic walks in the Howardian Hills National Landscape (20 minutes). You can catch up with fluffy alpacas and impressive birds of prey at nearby animal parks, or seek out historic attractions – from Roman sites, to grand stately homes. Back at base, it’s a laidback setup with simple and well-maintained facilities in the form of a couple of toilets and showers, plus plenty of space for kids and dogs to run around.

Site type

Tent pitches 10
Touring caravan pitches 5
Lodges, cabins, pods or huts 2
Motorhome pitches 5
Open all year
Opens
Please note
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.

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0 children
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Reviews

8.8

Overall rating from 143 Pitchup.com customers

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Child friendliness
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Cleanliness
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Wifi
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Peaceful

91% would recommend this site to a friend

90% would stay here again

What customers say

This is a friendly, "back to basics" campsite with a strong emphasis on peace and quiet. Visitors consistently praise the welcoming and helpful owner, Val, and the spacious, level pitches. Facilities, while described as basic, are generally found to be clean and well-maintained, though several reviews highlight a desire for upgrades and more of them, particularly showers and toilets. The location is appreciated for its rural setting and proximity to local amenities and attractions like York. Some minor concerns include occasional road noise and difficulty finding the site. Manager responses indicate plans for facility improvements.

Summary AI-generated from Pitchup.com customer reviews. Last updated 21/07/2026

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EGS M. 1 review

Electric grass pitch

Liked Nice clean site and lovely owner

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Hi thankyou for my fab review , hope to see you again Val and John x

Good and clean facilities, we'll equipped…

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 김승대 남. 4 reviews

Electric grass pitch

Liked Good and clean facilities, we'll equipped high class camping site.

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From the manager: Thankyou very much for the great reveiw , i am so glad you enjoyed , hope to see you again Val and John xx

Everything, nice walks nearby, well kept…

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 Lydia P. 1 review

Electric grass pitch

Liked Everything, nice walks nearby, well kept and quiet site. Would definitely return

Disliked Nothing.

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Great site friendly owners and a…

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Darren L. 1 review

Electric grass pitch

Liked Great site friendly owners and a great walk for our dogs highly recommended and definitely be going back

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From the manager: Thankyou for the fab review , im so glad you enjoyed thats what campings about , you are welcome back anytime . Val and John xx

Cracking place nice and quiet, Val…

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 Christopher O. 1 review

Electric grass pitch

Liked Cracking place nice and quiet, Val second to none.we will be back.

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From the manager: Hi Christopher glad you had a good time and enjoyed our site ,you are welcome back anytime Val and John xxxx

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 Kelly R. 1 review

Non-electric grass pitch

Liked Only stayed one night , lovely quite site, they is a bus in village to York should you stay longer and pub in village and Cantonese restaurant.

Disliked Only little thing no internet, but that said we had nice weather and views were great !

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From the manager: Hi Kelly thankyou for fab review ,so glad you both enjoyed , you dont internet on hols peace and quiet s better , you are welcome back at anytime both of you , Val and John xxx

If you want a quiet back to basics then this is the place.

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Anonymous

Electric grass pitch

Liked Quiet place to be in, open fields. Good space between each campers not hemmed in. Back to basic which us perfect but does have shower and toilet area. Place is kept clean and tidy. Val and her husband are great genuine people. Would go back.

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From the manager: Thankyou for the brilliant review , i hope you come back soon , Val and John xx

Will definitely go back again

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Anonymous

Electric grass pitch

Liked Loved it here. Would definitely come back. Val was awesome. It is basic but that's what it's all about. Toilets, showers, water and waste disposal. Plenty of space between pitches. Great public transport to york.

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From the manager: Thankyou for the fab review , so glad you enjoyed you are welcome back anytime . Val and John xx

Simple clean and the location was…

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Michael H. 1 review

Non-electric grass pitch

Liked Simple clean and the location was where I wanted to be. A good basic backpacking site and equally popular judging by this my second visit with tourers and campers

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Hi thankyou for the fantastic review im glad you enjoyed your stay again , and look forward to seeing you again . Val and John xx

The owners were so lovely and…

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karen s. 12 reviews

Non-electric grass pitch

Liked The owners were so lovely and welcoming, given our choice of pitch, basic facilities but clean, well kept campsite, wouldn’t hesitate to return.

Disliked Nothing to dislike!

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Hi thankyou for the brilliant review , you are all welcome back any time , hope you all enjoyed Whitby . Val and John xx

Features

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 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 Rallies welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

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

Utilities

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

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearby Shop nearby

Type

Small (11-25 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Fishing nearby Golf nearby

Location

Fox Covert

Easingwold Rd

Sand Lane

Huby

York

North Yorkshire

England

YO61 1HJ

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)

GPS

54.09305°N
1.13835°W

Nearest transport

Coach
9.5 mi Rail Station Stop C
9.5 mi Rail Station Stop J
11.5 mi Stamford Bridge The Square
Rail
8.1 mi Poppleton Rail Station
8.9 mi Hammerton Rail Station
9.5 mi York Rail Station
Airport
26.3 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

With more than 100 residents, the York Bird of Prey Centre (five minutes’ drive) is a top spot to learn about the habits of owls, hawks, eagles and other raptors. In addition to flight displays (where audience participation is encouraged), the centre runs a number of experiences that allow visitors to handle the birds, including walks and photography days. If you’re into dramatic ruins, check out those of Byland Abbey (15 minutes), built in the 12th century and closed by Henry VIII in 1538, after which it fell into decline. The scale of this religious complex is humbling, and there’s also an impressive collection of medieval floor tiles. The Minster in York (20 minutes) is a soaring edifice with remarkable stained-glass windows and far-reaching views from the Central Tower. Stroll along the narrow medieval street known as the Shambles, then head to the National Railway Museum to see vintage locomotives or to the Jorvik Viking Centre to delve into the early history of the city.

Must see

Beningbrough Hall 5.8 mi

National Railway Museum 9.3 mi

York Minster 9.3 mi

YorkBoat Guided River Trips 9.4 mi

The Arboretum - Kew at Castle Howard 9.6 mi

National Trust

Beningbrough Hall and Gardens 5.8 mi

Treasurer's House 9.3 mi

Nunnington Hall 10.2 mi

Goddards Garden 10.7 mi

Rievaulx Terrace 11.5 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

Sheriff Hutton and the Howardian Hills 5.7 mi

BENINGBOROUGH HALL 5.7 mi

NEWBURGH PRIORY 5.7 mi

SHERIFF HUTTON PARK 6 mi

GILLING CASTLE 6.2 mi

Local events

  • Leeds Festival (Thursday, 27 August 2026 – Thursday, 27 August 2026)

    Wetherby, West Yorkshire 18.3 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 Fox Covert have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Fox Covert dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Fox Covert? With more than 100 residents, the York Bird of Prey Centre (five minutes’ drive) is a top spot to learn about the habits of owls, hawks, eagles and other raptors. In addition … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Fox Covert?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  12 p.m. –  9 p.m.
    Depart by:  11:30 a.m.
    On-site accommodation
    Arrive:  3 p.m. –  9 p.m.
    Depart by:  10 a.m.
    Read more
  • How much does it cost to stay at Fox Covert? From £20 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.