Wharfe Camp

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Kilnsey fishing lakes
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  • Quiet, adults-only site in the stunning 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 a place that's all about the peace and quiet, so no radios, televisions, musical instruments or musical kits are permitted. Guests are asked to close the car door and boots gently. Group bookings aren't permitted either (this includes groups making individual bookings and meeting up on site).

Site type

Lodges, cabins, pods or huts 2
Motorhome pitches 1
Tent pitches 5
Open now
Opens 1 April
Please note
  • Guests under the age of 18 are not allowed on site.
  • This is a quiet site: no music is allowed.
  • Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
  • 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.
  • Group bookings of 2 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
  • No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • Bookings must not consist of more than 1 different households.
  • No gas barbecues allowed.
  • No electric barbecues allowed.
  • Units longer than 5 metres are not allowed.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Wed 1 Apr to

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9.6

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What customers say

This is a highly recommended, quiet, adult-only campsite in a beautiful location, praised for its spacious, private pitches and stunning views. Guests consistently highlight the friendly and attentive owner, Sean, and the immaculately clean facilities. Its proximity to Kettlewell village provides easy access to pubs, cafes, and numerous walking routes directly from the site. While pitches may have a slight slope, this is generally well-managed, and guests appreciate the peaceful atmosphere and the charm of the resident chickens.

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Would definitely go back.

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Anonymous

Electric optional grass tent pitch

Liked Lovely site. Sean was a great host. Great walks, beautiful scenery. Good pub food

Disliked Nothing was great site

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A nice small site that is…

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Anonymous

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Liked A nice small site that is a short walk to Kettlewell. Ideal location.

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We will return to Wharfe Camp and readily recommend it.

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 paul m. 1 review

Electric optional grass tent pitch

Liked Great location. Lots of walking options straight from the camp site. Pubs within 5 minutes walk. Clean shower and toilets. Generous pitch size. Dark Skys area for amazing star gazing. We walked to Buckden on an easy circular route. Warm welcome from Sean when we arrived.

Disliked No dislikes but pitches are slightly sloping, this is clearly stated on the website. Consider your pitch orientation to suit you best.

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The campsite was in a good…

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Anonymous

Electric optional grass tent pitch

Liked The campsite was in a good location with views all around. The owner Sean was very friendly, came to introduce himself and check everything is ok and anything he can help you with.

We were pleasantly surprised to be left some fresh eggs a couple of time from his chickens

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Was a great site in a brilliant quiet location

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 Dan F. 1 review

Electric optional grass tent pitch

Liked It was a lovely quiet site, clean and well maintained pitches and facilities with a welcoming host.

Disliked Nothing

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The site is great. A 5…

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Peter R. 1 review

Electric optional hardstanding campervan pitch

Liked The site is great. A 5 min walk from the village. It is a well kept site with individual pitches, given privacy by beech hedging. The toilet and shower area is clean and well presented but compact. We will definitely be back again.

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Private, beautiful and well managed.

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 Charlotte A. 2 reviews

Electric optional grass tent pitch

Liked Fabulous site! Really can't rate it high enough. Beautifully kept, personal pitch area with shrub borders for privacy. Loo and shower (free btw) were kept spotlessly clean all day and night. Sean was a great owner who was very welcoming. Excellent location. Pub within two minutes walk, beautiful views, excellent walks by hills or river. Perfect! Fell in love.

Disliked Neighbouring house were a tad noisy in the early mornings with vehicle and child drop offs. Something the campsite owner has zero control over.

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Very well maintained site , very…

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 Julie B. 1 review

Electric optional grass tent pitch

Liked Very well maintained site , very clean toilets and showers loved everything about this site definitely be back.

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Fabulous find

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Anonymous

Electric optional grass tent pitch

Liked Spacious and private, peaceful and quiet, great location with a wide variety of walks and so near Kettlewell with a number of pubs and cafes. Sean was very friendly and helpful.

Disliked Nothing to dislike

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Excellent site, welcome and service was superb.

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 Richard A. 2 reviews

Electric optional grass tent pitch

Liked Very spacious pitch nice area, had meal in bluebell inn, it was fantastic. Customer service on the site was superb!

Disliked Pitch sloped a bit, but got used to it.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Features

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 pets 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

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
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

  • Kettlewell Scarecrow Festival (Saturday, 8 August 2026 – Saturday, 8 August 2026)

    Skipton, North Yorkshire 0.3 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 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. –  6 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
    Read more
  • 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.