The Riverfront York
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- Fabulous location on the banks of the River Ouse in Bishopthorpe
- A 10-minute drive to York city centre, with summer riverbus available
- Restaurant, café-bar, playground, beauty salon and kayak hire on site
Site type
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Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.- The site does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. XL Bully, Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro) and/or any of the following: Staffordshire bull terrier, American Staffordshire terrier, Rottweiler, any Mastiff or Tosa.
- No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- Facilities/activities including all boat hire and beauty salon are subject to extra charges payable on arrival.
- Entertainment and activities are available between 01/03 and 31/10.
- Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.
- The site caters for families (immediate members) and couples only - bookings from all other forms of groups are not accepted.
- Bookings must not consist of more than 3 different households.
- No gas barbecues allowed.
- No charcoal barbecues allowed.
- No electric barbecues allowed.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Fri, 28 Feb to
Open from Fri, 27 Feb to
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Reviews
100% would recommend this site to a friend
98% would stay here again
What customers say
This is a beautifully maintained, clean, and peaceful riverside site with excellent modern shower and toilet facilities, frequently described as the best ever experienced. Guests appreciate the convenient location for visiting York via walk, bus, or river taxi. Minor points raised include limited washing-up sinks, occasional WiFi issues, and occasional noise from nearby works, with some noting the restaurant has limited opening hours.
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A very well maintained clean peaceful…
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Electric grass and gravel touring pitch (large, no awning)
Liked A very well maintained clean peaceful site .
Disliked Should have separate wash cubicles in the toilet/shower blocks and a path way from each pitch for wheel chairs instead of a stoned area.
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From the manager: Thank you so much for your thoughtful feedback Leslie. We're delighted you found the site clean, peaceful, and well maintained — it's exactly the atmosphere we aim to provide.
We also really appreciate your suggestions regarding the wash cubicles and wheelchair access. Accessibility and comfort are important to us, and your comments help guide future improvements. We'll be reviewing these points with our team to explore practical enhancements that better serve all guests.
Thanks again for sharing your experience — we hope to welcome you back soon.
The pitches were easy to access. Excellent…
Electric grass and gravel motorhome pitch (no awning, XXL)
Liked The pitches were easy to access.
Excellent showers and toilets
Disliked Didn’t appear to be any security on site
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From the manager: Thank you for your feedback — we're glad you found the pitches easy to access and appreciated the excellent shower and toilet facilities.
Regarding security, we do have 24-hour CCTV and other onsite measures in place to help keep the site safe and secure. Our aim is to maintain a relaxed atmosphere while ensuring guests feel protected throughout their stay.
We appreciate you sharing your thoughts and hope to welcome you back again soon.
V Good location/site but just lacks that final touch
Electric grass and gravel touring pitch (medium, no awning)
Liked Very nice clean, tidy site. ( including toilet and showrs) Good location for bus trip to York. And "The Bosun" does a great Sunday lunch.
Disliked Lack of anybody to seek additional information.Want a bus time? Send an email.
Discuss showers that are too hot..send an email.
The cost of a pitch might suggest an open office that rather than one open occasionally.
But never when you go and check!
And then the Ferry does not run Tuesdays end September...no.good if you have booked Sunday lunch.
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From the manager: Thank you for your feedback Mike - we’re so pleased you enjoyed the clean, well-kept site, our facilities, and the convenience of getting into York. And it’s great to hear you enjoyed Sunday lunch at Bosun’s!
As a small site, we don’t staff the office full-time, but we do provide a dedicated phone number for guests and have team members based nearby who are always available to help with enquiries. We’re working on making that clearer so guests know how to reach us during their stay.
Regarding the Riverbus, it’s operated by our partner, City Cruises, and runs to and from our site on weekends throughout the summer, and on Tuesdays and Thursdays during school holidays. Full details are available on our website to help guests plan ahead.
Thanks again for your comments — they help us improve, and we hope to welcome you back.
Lovely site in lovely surroundings.
Electric grass and gravel touring pitch (large, no awning)
Liked Layout of site
Ease of booking
Cleanliness of facilities
Quality of facilities
Disliked No physical barrier between pitches (i.e. Hedges)
Poor Wi-Fi signal that didn't request a password although a password was supplied.
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From the manager: hank you for your detailed feedback Malcolm - we're so pleased you appreciated the site layout, smooth booking process, and the cleanliness and quality of our facilities.
We understand the desire for more privacy between pitches and will keep this in mind as we continue to improve the site’s landscaping. Regarding the Wi-Fi, we’re sorry for the confusion. The network should prompt for a password, so we’ll investigate the issue to ensure a smoother connection experience for future guests.
Thanks again for sharing your thoughts - we hope to welcome you back soon.
Would go back
Electric grass and gravel touring pitch (no awning, small)
Liked Beautiful site, next to the river and a 10 min walk to the village. Nothing to dislike. Restaurant shut when we visit but the wee coffee shop served lunch and snacks. Sitting in the dombed pod next to the river was lovely. Great pitch size, clean facilities.
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From the manager: Thank you for your lovely review - we're so pleased you enjoyed the riverside setting, spacious pitches, and clean facilities. It’s great to hear the coffee shop hit the spot, and we’re glad you got to relax in one of the all-weather pods by the river - they’re a guest favourite!
Just to clarify for future guests: our restaurant is open Thursday to Sunday all year round, and the Café Bar is open daily with hours that vary seasonally. We hope you’ll get a chance to enjoy both on your next visit. Looking forward to welcoming you back soon!
Location surroundings, showers very good and…
Electric grass and gravel motorhome pitch (no awning, XL)
Liked Location surroundings, showers very good and clean
Disliked Never seen any member of staff whilst there. Don’t like the public path right on front of park
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From the manager: Thank you for your feedback - we're glad you enjoyed the location, peaceful surroundings, and clean shower facilities.
We’re sorry you didn’t have a chance to meet any of our team during your stay. Staff are always on site or nearby, and we’re always reviewing signage and visibility to help guests feel more supported. As for the public path, we understand it’s not ideal for everyone. It’s part of the local right of way network, but we’ll continue to monitor how it affects guest experience.
Thanks again for sharing your thoughts - we hope to welcome you back
Definitely worth a stay and will be looking to go back with friends
Electric grass and gravel touring pitch (medium, no awning)
Liked Really nice site and a great location, not sure where the checkin time restriction comes in, I asked at the cafe ands told I didnt need to check in as I already knew the pitch etc so just park up and enjoy. We caught the bus into York and thats a 10 min walk to the stop with a 30 min trip into the middle of town but a great and easy way to see York. Went in time for the food festival which is great and taking the bus meant sampling the food and drink in the tents was worry free.
Shower block clean and well looked after, really nice showers.
Disliked We couldnt seem to get the wifi to work but not a major issue so didnt ask or raise it. Very minor in the scheme of things and Im sure it could have been sorted if we had bothered.
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From the manager: Thank you for your lovely review Iain - we're so glad you enjoyed the site, its location, and the ease of getting into York. It’s great to hear you made the most of the food festival in York and found the showers clean and well maintained.
We appreciate your note about the Wi-Fi. It’s always worth flagging these things during your stay, as our team is happy to help get you connected. And you're absolutely right - if you've pre-booked and know your pitch, you're welcome to head straight there and settle in. Thanks again for sharing your experience, and we hope to welcome you back soon!
Absolutely beautiful site. Lovely setting. Shower…
Electric grass and gravel touring pitch (no awning, small)
Liked Absolutely beautiful site. Lovely setting. Shower blocks immaculate. Very clean and quiet site. Already booked up for next year
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From the manager: Thank you so much for your glowing review Lesley - we're thrilled you enjoyed the peaceful setting, immaculate shower blocks, and overall cleanliness. It means a lot to hear you've already booked for next year!
We look forward to welcoming you back and making your next stay just as memorable.
Lovely site couldn’t fault it will…
Electric grass and gravel touring pitch (large, no awning)
Liked Lovely site couldn’t fault it will defiantly be coming back
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From the manager: Thank you so much for your kind words Janette - we're thrilled you had such a positive experience and that you're planning to return. It means a lot to know the site met your expectations.
We look forward to welcoming you back for another great stay!
Lovely, easy site by the river.
Electric grass and gravel motorhome pitch (no awning, XL)
Liked Lovely site by the river. Choice of pitches which are mostly level. To see a plan of the pitches look at the owner own website. Wonderful new toilet and shower block with proper showers!
Restaurant on site which looked nice, but we didn't visit this time.
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From the manager: Thank you for your lovely review Jackie - we're so pleased you enjoyed the riverside setting, the range of level pitches, and our new toilet and shower block. It’s great to hear the facilities made a positive impression, and we appreciate you pointing others toward the pitch plan on our website.
We hope you'll get a chance to try the restaurant on your next visit - it’s a popular spot with guests and a great way to round off a relaxing day by the river. Looking forward to welcoming you back soon!
Features
Dogs allowed
Leisure on site
Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Hot tub Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site cafe On-site restaurant On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area TV room Take away Tennis Watersports Wild swimmingAmenities on site
Baby-changing facilities Bath available Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Local produce Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Picnic table 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 Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearby Shop nearbyType
Medium (26-50 pitches)Accessibility
Bathrooms: Large spacious shower Bathrooms: Large spacious toilet Bathrooms: Step-free access Bathrooms: Wheelchair accessible shower Bathrooms: Wheelchair accessible toilet Bathrooms: Wide doorways (over 30 inches/75cm) Uneven terrain; gravel or loose mudNearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Restaurant nearby Watersports nearbyTouring and motorhomes
Tourer storage facilities Water hook-up points for tourersLocation
The Riverfront York
Ferry Lane
Bishopthorpe
York
North Yorkshire
England
YO23 2SB
Directions Timezone
Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)
GPS
53.9213°N
1.08862°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
Must see
York Racecourse 1.3 mi
Clifford's Tower 2.4 mi
York Castle Museum 2.4 mi
York Dungeon 2.4 mi
National Centre for Early Music 2.5 mi
National Trust
Goddards Garden 1.4 mi
Treasurer's House 2.9 mi
Beningbrough Hall and Gardens 8.4 mi
Nunnington Hall 20.1 mi
Nostell Priory and Parkland 22.3 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
ROWNTREE PARK 1.9 mi
YORK CEMETERY 2.1 mi
Snickets, Ginnels and Walls of York 2.4 mi
MUSEUM GARDENS, YORK 2.8 mi
MOREBY HALL 2.8 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 The Riverfront York have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is The Riverfront York dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near The Riverfront York? Attractions and activities nearby include: - York Racecourse: five minutes' drive - York city centre (for the minster, city walls, Jorvik Viking Centre and Shambles): 10 minutes - Designer Outlet York: 10 … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of The Riverfront York?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: 1 p.m. – 5 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. On-site accommodation Arrive: 3 p.m. – 5 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at The Riverfront York? From £35 (for 1 night, 6 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.