Ponden Mill
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- Dog-friendly site on the River Worth, with access to the Pennine Way
- In Brontë country, two miles from Haworth’s Brontë Parsonage Museum
- Excellent walks to Hebden Bridge; a five-minute walk to a pub
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.
- Group bookings of 2 or more units (e.g. tent, touring caravan, motorhome or accommodation hire) travelling together are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
- Group bookings of 8 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
- No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- At least one of the party members must be aged 21 or over.
- This is a quiet site: no music is allowed.
- No electric barbecues allowed.
- Swimming in the lake is not allowed.
- Please note that the shower facilities are unisex.
Languages spoken
English
French
German
Open from Sat, 1 Mar to
Pitch types & availability
1 person maximumNon-electric grass tent pitch (no cars, solo)
1 person maximum Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 3m width × 3m depth (9m²)
Arrival daysFrom £10
Non-electric grass tent pitch
8 people maximum 
8.9/10
37 reviews Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 8m width × 10m depth (80m²)
Arrival daysFrom £20
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Electric optional hardstanding and grass touring pitch
4 people maximum 8.1/10
50 reviews Ground type: Hardstanding and grass
Pitch size: Max 8m width × 10m depth (80m²)
Arrival daysFrom £25
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Reviews
82% would recommend this site to a friend
79% would stay here again
What customers say
Ponden Mill offers a peaceful, rural escape with stunning scenery and excellent access to walks. Visitors frequently praise the warm welcome from friendly and helpful hosts. While facilities are described as basic but clean, some reviews mention a need for updating, particularly regarding shower availability and hot water. Despite minor issues like midges, the tranquil atmosphere, wildlife, and proximity to pubs and Haworth are highlights, making it a recommended spot for nature lovers.
Summary AI-generated from Pitchup.com customer reviews
Very peaceful setting . Lovely walks…
Electric optional hardstanding and grass touring pitch
Liked Very peaceful setting . Lovely walks and Hebden Bridge and Howarth great places to visit .
Disliked Pitches somewhat awkward for awning. Ground very solid !
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Lovely hidden away site, peaceful with wildlife all around.
Electric optional hardstanding and grass touring pitch
Liked My tiny caravan had a puncture before I arrived so I opted for tent this time.
It was a lovely small site nestled in the hills, very relaxed and had most things I needed.
There had been a pop up cafe and bar in the mill next to the site over the weekend but I missed this.
The roads to the site were very windy and often single lane; next time with the caravan I'd make sure I planned my route beforehand to avoid most of these.
It's virtually on the Pennine Way and Brontë way so lots of walking from the site. It was beautiful at this time of year with the heather in bloom.
Disliked No obvious hot water for washing up.
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Lovely site, probably best for a single night due to basic facilities.
Non-electric grass tent pitch (no cars, solo)
Liked Beautiful location, camping beside the little stream with the gentle burble of water is very idyllic. It’s a quiet spot and a small enough site you likely won’t be disturbed. My motorcycle felt secure and I was able to camp near it. The popup cafe was good with proper homemade cakes.
Disliked The facilities are very basic, the gents lacked hot water and what little soap was available on Saturday was gone by Monday. Definitely bring your own soap or wet wipes. Only one male toilet could also mean queues in the morning.
Wifi stopped working on the first evening.
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Beautiful site by the river, a…
Electric optional hardstanding and grass touring pitch
Liked Beautiful site by the river, a very friendly guy talked us through our pitch options.
Clean loos and shower, and level pitches
Disliked Didn't feel very welcome by the lady in the office and was over charged. Once I realised I had been over charged I emailed Ponden Mill requesting a refund, I have not received a response.
Be careful if you walk up to the nearest Pub, the road is quite dangerous for walkers.
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Flat pitches. Clean ladies toilet Lovely area and…
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked Flat pitches.
Clean ladies toilet
Lovely area and a very friendly cat.
Spoke to the male owner who was nice and friendly.
Disliked Midges, although by the water so to be expected these were relentless and had to leave after one night due to us all being bit so much (even with repellant) The images made it look like plenty of room for tents when infact right next to each other. The washing up area was not clean and was blocked/very slow draining due to food.
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If the washing up sinks and taps were fixed, we might come back.
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked Lovely spot with nice views. Friendly staff. Nice shower. (It is interesting on this website that you do not have an option in the review- you have to write about what you liked, but 'disliked' is optional....)
Disliked There were a great many campers using the one sink with one (working) (cold) tap. The other sink had a broken tap, and the first sink seemed to drain into it, so it was filthy every time we went to wash up. There were taps around the campsite, but they were not working.
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Nice site in a beautiful spot in a perfect location for walking.
Electric optional hardstanding and grass touring pitch
Liked Beautiful spot by the river with lovely views. Pitches were nice and level but ground was really hard so you will need rock pegs if you're putting up an awning. Some lovely walking in the area.
Disliked Could do with more mens toilets as only one for whereas there are three women's toilets.
Shower was nice but floor was dirty so hard to keep clean after. Easily solved by providing a mop and bucket so campers can give it a quick swish after using.
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Lovely friendly place and the views…
Electric optional hardstanding and grass touring pitch
Liked Lovely friendly place and the views are great. The lady who brought the breakfasts round and spoke to all the campers on her way round is a lovely touch. The walks around the area are really good and The Silent Inn pub close by was much better than some of the reviews it gets.
Disliked Nothing
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Peaceful and stunning site
Pointy-Tenty 1 bedroom bell tent
Liked Lovely peaceful location next to a river. Hosts are friendly & helpful.
Walking nearby on the Moors and the lovely village of Haworth.
Disliked Only one shower. It is a good warm one. Occasionally had to queue.
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Lovely warm welcome, beautiful site.…
Electric optional hardstanding and grass touring pitch
Liked Lovely warm welcome, beautiful site.
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Features
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 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 yearCamping 2.0
Jumbo tent pitchesUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearbyType
Small (11-25 pitches)Location
Ponden Mill
Ponden Lane
Haworth
West Yorkshire
England
BD22 0HP
Directions Timezone
Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)
GPS
53.83117°N
2.00432°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
Bronte Parsonage Museum 1.9 mi
East Riddlesden Hall (NT) 5.8 mi
Halifax Ski & Snowboard Centre 8.8 mi
Eureka! The National Children's Museum 9.8 mi
National Media Museum 10.5 mi
National Trust
Hardcastle Crags 4.9 mi
East Riddlesden Hall 5.8 mi
Gawthorpe Hall 12.1 mi
Marsden Moor Estate 16.1 mi
Malham Tarn Estate 19.9 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Stanbury - Ponden Reservoir - Oakworth Moor - Oldfield 0.8 mi
Penistone Hill Park - Top Withins - Walshaw - Crimsworth Dean 1.4 mi
Haworth - Top Withins - the Bronte Walk 2 mi
CENTRAL PARK, HAWORTH 2.2 mi
LUND PARK 4.1 mi
Local events
- Harrogate Autumn Flower Show (Friday 19 September 2025 – Friday 19 September 2025)
Ripon, North Yorkshire 22.8 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 Ponden Mill have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Ponden Mill dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Ponden Mill? Climb aboard the Keighley & Worth Valley Railway (10 minutes’ drive) at Haworth station, and travel south to Oxenhope or north to Keighley. The line and the surrounding area provide the background … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Ponden Mill?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: 12 p.m. – 7 p.m. Depart by: 12 p.m. On-site accommodation Arrive: 12:30 p.m. – 7 p.m. Depart by: 12 p.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Ponden Mill? From £10 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.