Happy Valley Camping

From £20 For 1 night, 2 adults 9.8 8 reviews
View of the site (added by manager 05 Apr 2023)
View of the site (added by manager 05 apr 2023)
View of the site (added by manager 05 apr 2023)
Entrance to the site (added by manager 05 apr 2023)

  • West Yorkshire wild camping on the outskirts of Hebden Bridge
  • National Trust Hardcastle Crags 10 minutes’ drive; Halifax 25 minutes
  • Expansive views of Calder Valley from the site; hiking trails nearby
A public service announcement for suggestible folks: don’t let the fictional criminal shenanigans of the BBC drama Happy Valley (and set in these very hills) deter you from booking a spot at Happy Valley Camping. In fact, you could turn your wild West Yorkshire holiday into a ‘spot the location’-type break if you like… At this small site on the outskirts of the market town of Hebden Bridge (five minutes’ drive or a 20-minute walk), you can let the kids run around free on the grassy field as you relax and take in the spectacular landscape of the Calder Valley. Meanwhile, active types can set off on long walks (with their four-legged companion in tow) along the River Calder, up hills like High Brown Knoll (10 minutes’ drive) or through the woodlands surrounding National Trust - Hardcastle Crags (10 minutes), home of the 19th-century Gibson Mill – along with wildlife including roe deer and woodpeckers. There are heaps of cycling paths around, too, so don’t forget to strap your mountain bike to the roof rack before leaving home. There’s a portable toilet on site, but not much else in the way of amenities: there is no running water, so each booking is provided with bottled drinking water. What you will also find is a warm welcome and plenty of peace and quiet to recharge your batteries.

Site type

Tent pitches 10
Motorhome pitches 2
Open now
Please note
  • This site has no on-site shower facilities.
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Fri, 26 Apr to

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Only showing reviews for the last 30 months.

I had a great stay here. The site was really peaceful and…

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 8
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness No rating
Cleanliness 10
Wifi No rating
Isobel A. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked: I had a great stay here. The site was really peaceful and easy to get to. I had some tent trouble when I arrived and June was able to get a friend to help me out which was amazing. They also provided plenty of water and the portaloo was really clean. Everything was exactly as described and June was very easy to contact. Definitely recommend!

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Exactly as described. Basic clean campsite. Helpful host. Lovely views. 20 minutes…

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 8
Facilities / Activities 6
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 6
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 8
Sharon W. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked: Exactly as described. Basic clean campsite. Helpful host. Lovely views. 20 minutes walk to Hebden Bridge. Hilly climb back up. Would stay again.

Recommend to friends Visit again

freindly owners brought us some water ..Will be returning again soon

Overall 8/10
Location 10
Value for money 8
Accommodation 8
Facilities / Activities 4
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 2
Tony K. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked: Very peaceful...very quiet not too far out of hebden bridge town center 15 mins walk ...I don't usually like portable loos but the one one here is very clean and well maintained....

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great site with clean toilet.

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 10
Kinga N. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked: Thank you very much , place is lovely view and the area around beautiful and paceful. I know is no shower but the toilett was clean and always with fresh toilet rolls . Bottled water delivered and everything was nice and I would like to come back there for a quick break.

Recommend to friends Visit again

The facilities were clean the peace and tranquility was tangible

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness No rating
Cleanliness 10
Wifi No rating
Gaynor S. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked: Fiona was extremely helpful. We were late arriving and she left us water in the shade. I contacted her to arrange another site visit and she was very accommodating. Very friendly would definitely recommend

Disliked: In the entrance of the gate, the Earth is raised slightly, and it scrapes underneath the vehicle

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From the manager: Hi, Thank you for the lovely review. I'm sorry you had an issue with the gateway but we have addressed the problem and the entrance is now flat. Many Thanks June.

Peaceful little spot

Overall 10/10
Location 8
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 2
Lucy G. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked: Only 3 other tents, lovely and quiet. Lady in charge was lovely and gave us a big bottle of water which wa s much appreciated after struggling with our new tent! Nicest portaloo I've ever been in

Disliked: Thistles coming up

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We loved our stay at Happy Valley Camping. The campsite had no…

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness No rating
Cleanliness 10
Wifi No rating
Alison B. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked: We loved our stay at Happy Valley Camping. The campsite had no running water (as is clearly stated in the site description) but June provided a large bottle each day for us which was all we needed. The portaloo was pristine with soap and water and paper towels provided. The site was perfect for our needs and June was extremely helpful. Proximity to Hebdon Bridge was fantastic. 5 mins in the car. Hebdon Bridge is very hilly we realised so we bottled out of walking into town. We will definitely be back. Great pub not too far away as well called the Hare and Hounds. Amazing pies and Sunday lunch!

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Lovely site with beautiful views, June very warm and welcoming.

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation No rating
Facilities / Activities 8
Customer service 10
Child friendliness No rating
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 10
Anonymous The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked: Clean , well kept site in a beautiful location, close to Hebden Bridge. Good communication once booked and made to feel very welcome on arrival, plenty of space to pitch tents , not over crowded.

Disliked: Nothing.

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Features

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

Car parking by pitch/unit

Composting toilet

Disabled facilities

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

Barbecue provided

Barbecues allowed

Campfires allowed

Commercial vehicles allowed

Dogs allowed

Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Peaceful

Spectacular scenery

Walkers' paradise

Wild camping

Utilities

Charging facilities

Chemical disposal

Electric car charging point(s)

Gas cylinders available

No running water

Recycling available

Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby

Dog walk nearby

Type

Pop-up campsite

Tiny (1-10 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Cycling nearby

Golf nearby

Location

Happy Valley Camping

Burlees Lane

Wadsworth

Hebden Bridge

West Yorkshire

England

HX7 8PR

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)

GPS

53.73972°N
-1.99583°W

Nearest transport

Coach
5.7 mi Halifax Bus Station
9.2 mi Bus Station
9.5 mi Bus Station
Rail
0.6 mi Hebden Bridge Rail Station
0.9 mi Mytholmroyd Rail Station
4.3 mi Sowerby Bridge Rail Station
Airport
16.4 mi Leeds Bradford International Airport
28.3 mi Manchester Airport Terminal 2
28.5 mi Manchester Airport Terminal 1

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

Oxenhope (15 minutes’ drive) marks the starting point of the Keighley & Worth Valley Railway (KWVR), a five-mile heritage track with steam trains travelling through the Worth Valley. The KWVR is also known for its association with the 1970s film The Railway Children, which was filmed around these parts. Rainy day and the kids are getting restless? Take them to Halifax (25 minutes) and Eureka! The National Children’s Museum, where they can explore several themed interactive zones (including the human body and technology) or just get creative in the play areas. Stop for a bite to eat at Halifax Borough Market before visiting the 15th-century Minster. You’re close to Brontë Country here, and you can learn all about the famed writing sisters at the Brontë Parsonage Museum in Haworth (25 minutes), where exhibits include original furniture and assorted personal items. Then take a walk up to the Bronte Waterfall and sit on Charlotte’s Chair (said to be where the Jane Eyre author would come to seek inspiration).

Must see

Halifax Ski & Snowboard Centre 5.5 mi

Eureka! The National Children's Museum 5.9 mi

Bronte Parsonage Museum 6.5 mi

National Media Museum 10.4 mi

East Riddlesden Hall (NT) 10.4 mi

National Trust

Hardcastle Crags 2 mi

Marsden Moor Estate 9.9 mi

East Riddlesden Hall 10.4 mi

Gawthorpe Hall 13.1 mi

Nostell Priory and Parkland 25.5 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

Hebden Vale - Heptonstall Moor - Heptonstall 1.6 mi

Hebden Dale - Hardcastle Crags - New Bridge 1.7 mi

Todmorden - Erringden Moor - Charlestown - Todmorden 3.3 mi

WEST VIEW PARK 4.4 mi

Ogden Water - Ovenden Windfarm 4.5 mi

Local events

  • Parklife Festival (Saturday 8 June 2024 – Saturday 8 June 2024)

    Manchester, Lancashire 22 mi

  • Harrogate Autumn Flower Show (Friday 13 September 2024 – Friday 13 September 2024)

    Ripon, North Yorkshire 25.9 mi

  • Great Yorkshire Show (Tuesday 9 July 2024 – Tuesday 9 July 2024)

    Harrogate, North Yorkshire 26.3 mi

  • Harrogate Spring Flower Show (Thursday 25 April 2024 – Thursday 25 April 2024)

    Harrogate, North Yorkshire 26.3 mi

  • Leeds Festival (Wednesday 21 August 2024 – Wednesday 21 August 2024)

    Wetherby, West Yorkshire 26.6 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.

Want to know more about camping in West Yorkshire?

  • Does Happy Valley Camping have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Happy Valley Camping dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Happy Valley Camping? Oxenhope (15 minutes’ drive) marks the starting point of the Keighley & Worth Valley Railway (KWVR), a five-mile heritage track with steam trains travelling through the Worth Valley. The KWVR is also … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Happy Valley Camping?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  12:30 p.m. –  6 p.m.
    Depart by:  10:30 a.m.
    On-site accommodation
    Arrive:  Anytime –  Anytime
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Happy Valley Camping? From £20 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.