Heptonstall Camping

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Flat and open site
View towards the church
Site entrance
Walk to hebden bridge from heptonstall

  • Scenic, well-drained flat field on the edge of Heptonstall
  • A 20-minute walk to Hebden Bridge; Hardcastle Crags 10 minute's drive
  • Simple dog-friendly pitches; pubs, café and shop a short walk away
When you’re taking on the Pennine Way or filling your days exploring the likes of Hardcastle Crags, it's quite likely that you’ll be in the mood for a good feed and a decent drink at the end of the day. It's handy indeed, then, that Heptonstall Camping is one of those places where you can be out and about in proper countryside by day and then in the village pub come evening time. This simple and open site is right next to the Pennine Way with excellent views up towards Hardcastle Crags, so it’s no surprise to hear that it’s a great spot for walking, hiking and bike rides. And thankfully it’s also a great spot for those post-exertion treats – the site is on the edge of the hilltop village of Heptonstall, a short walk from its convenience store, excellent café and two pubs (both serving up good meals). For more options on all fronts, it’s a 20-minute walk down the hill to Hebden Bridge (with a bus service for the way back if you don’t fancy the climb). Pitches at Heptonstall Camping are on a well-drained and pleasingly flat field with good access from the road. It’s a ‘wild-style’ camping setup here, so please note there are no toilets or showers on site, and you’ll need to be self-contained on that front. You’ll be allowed to bring a barbecue along to cook your meals (please note no open fires, however) and dogs are welcome on site too.

Site type

Motorhome pitches 20
Tent pitches 20
Open now
Opens 3 April
Please note
  • This site has no on-site shower facilities.

Admission

  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.

Dogs

  • 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).

Occupancy

  • Bookings must not consist of more than 2 different households.
  • Group bookings of 2 or more units travelling together are not permitted via Pitchup.com.

Reception

  • There is no reception on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.

Safety

  • Fires, barbecues and/or firepits will not be permitted in dry, windy and/or hot weather conditions.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Fri 3 Apr to

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10
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10
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9
Facilities / Activities
8
Customer service
10
Child friendliness
9
Cleanliness
9
Wifi
6

97% would recommend this site to a friend

96% would stay here again

What customers say

This basic, no-frills campsite offers spacious, level pitches with excellent views in a peaceful location. It is conveniently situated within walking distance of local shops, pubs, and walking trails, with good transport links to Hebden Bridge. The friendly and helpful owner is frequently praised. Facilities include a water tap and portable toilets which are generally kept clean, though some guests have noted them as a drawback. Despite the basic amenities, many visitors find it offers great value and intend to return.

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Lovely campsite in a perfect spot.…

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Anna C. 1 review

Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch

Liked Lovely campsite in a perfect spot. Basic amenities but very close to shops/pubs etc. Owner is sound as a pound. Will be staying again 😊

Recommend to friends Visit again

Perfect for 1 night, great value

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Dawn C. 2 reviews

Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch

Liked Location, price

Disliked Would prefer flushing toilet for women only

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Great site , situated above Hebden…

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Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch

Liked Great site , situated above Hebden Bridge , enjoyable walk down , easy to catch bus back 596 drops outside the site( its a bit steep to walk back after a few beers in the many bars in HB) 2 pubs within 5 mins walk 1 serving food, post office and great tea room , yes toilets are basic but kept clean and tidy by the owner , no Wifi but 5g coverage so no problem
Massive thumbs up .

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Large pitches, clean , amazing views…

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Bev P. 5 reviews

Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch

Liked Large pitches, clean , amazing views

Disliked Nothing to dislike

Recommend to friends Visit again

Excellent place. Clean and quiet. Great…

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Mal H. 2 reviews

Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch

Liked Excellent place. Clean and quiet. Great size pitch.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Lovely setting, very rural but also…

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Abbie L. 1 review

Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch

Liked Lovely setting, very rural but also a bus stop just outside to take you into hebden bridge if you fancy. There's also a cafe, 2 pubs and a post office/shop just down the road. Lovely scenery with lovely walks. The ground keeper was lovely, very informative and there if needed. The toilets are cleaned every 3 hours also. We will definetly stay here again.

Disliked Nothing!

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Nice flat pitch with well marked…

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Lisa H. 2 reviews

Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch

Liked Nice flat pitch with well marked out spaces. Friendly owner gave great advice about local area. Portaloos well maintained.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Beautiful location. Spacious site even when…

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Mark N. 1 review

Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch

Liked Beautiful location. Spacious site even when plenty there. Fastidious attention to cleaning the W/C 5 times a day ! What a pleasant and helpful owner . Laid back but with rules , what a great guy.

Disliked Some of the people who abuse the fact that the W/C gets cleaned.

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All over great stay! We will be back! Thank you :)

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Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch

Liked Lovely clean land. Pitches are large and spacious! Lovely land owner, very friendly and helpful with lots of information! Toilets cleaned every couple of hours. Fresh running water from the outside tap! Great views. Very peaceful.

Disliked 7/10 for facilities due to them being portaloos but something rather nothing is always a bonus.

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Beautiful setting. Owner so friendly and…

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Anonymous

Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch

Liked Beautiful setting. Owner so friendly and generous. Thank you!

Recommend to friends Visit again


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 Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Picnic table 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 Wildlife haven

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

Pop-up campsite Small (11-25 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Climbing nearby Cycling nearby Horse riding nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby

Location

Heptonstall Camping

Crosshills

Smithwell Lane

Heptonstall

Hebden Bridge

West Yorkshire

England

HX7 7NX

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)

GPS

53.75158°N
2.02572°W

Nearest transport

Coach
7.1 mi Halifax Bus Station
9.1 mi Bus Station
9.3 mi Bus Station
Rail
1.2 mi Hebden Bridge Rail Station
2.4 mi Mytholmroyd Rail Station
4 mi Todmorden Rail Station
Airport
17 mi Leeds Bradford International Airport
28.6 mi Manchester Airport Terminal 2
28.8 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

Before setting off anywhere else, it’s worth taking a little wander around Heptonstall, visiting the museum and the church, where you can see poet Sylvia Plath’s final resting place in the graveyard. Meanwhile, down in Hebden Bridge (20 minutes' walk) you can poke around in independent shops and take a walk or cruise along the Rochdale Canal. Heading out into the countryside, you should certainly stop by for a walk along the many miles of paths at National Trust - Hardcastle Crags (10 minutes’ drive), in the grounds of a historic 19th-century mill. Bridestones Moor (10 minutes), Stoodley Pike (15 minutes) and Lumb Hole Falls (20 minutes) are some of the other local hotspots to seek out for a good walk. Up in Haworth (25 minutes), you can learn about the lives of the famed authors at the Brontë Parsonage Museum before taking a ride on the Keighley & Worth Valley Railway. For a family day out, try Eureka! The National Children’s Museum (half an hour), full of all sorts of interactive exhibits.

Must see

Bronte Parsonage Museum 6.2 mi

Halifax Ski & Snowboard Centre 6.8 mi

Eureka! The National Children's Museum 7.3 mi

East Riddlesden Hall (NT) 10.3 mi

National Media Museum 11.3 mi

National Trust

Hardcastle Crags 0.7 mi

East Riddlesden Hall 10.3 mi

Marsden Moor Estate 11.1 mi

Gawthorpe Hall 11.6 mi

Malham Tarn Estate 24.9 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

Hebden Vale - Heptonstall Moor - Heptonstall 0.6 mi

Hebden Dale - Hardcastle Crags - New Bridge 0.6 mi

Todmorden - Erringden Moor - Charlestown - Todmorden 2.9 mi

The Gorple and Widdup Reservoirs 4 mi

Todmorden Edge - Lumbutts - Mankinholes - Charlestown - Blackshaw Head 4.1 mi

Local events

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

    Wetherby, West Yorkshire 27.5 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 Heptonstall Camping have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Heptonstall Camping dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Heptonstall Camping? Before setting off anywhere else, it’s worth taking a little wander around Heptonstall, visiting the museum and the church, where you can see poet Sylvia Plath’s final resting place in the graveyard. … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Heptonstall Camping?
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Heptonstall Camping? From £15 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.