Woodsworth Exploring
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- Woodland campsite over 10 acres on the edge of Oakworth
- A five-minute drive from Haworth; half an hour from Skipton
- Tent and hammock camping available; dogs and kids welcome
Site type
10
This site has no on-site shower facilities.
Group bookings of 24 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).- Twin axle vehicles are not permitted on site.
- No cars/motorbikes by the pitch/unit. All cars must be parked in the designated area.
- Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.
- Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the site are unlit.
- No gas barbecues allowed.
- No electric barbecues allowed.
- Swimming in the lake is not allowed.
- Please note that the toilet facilities are unisex.
- Fires, barbecues and/or firepits will not be permitted in dry, windy and/or hot weather conditions.
Languages spoken
English
Pitch types & availability
Large clearings non-electric forest floor tent pitch (woodland)
6 people maximum Ground type: Forest floor
Pitch size: Max 7m width × 4m depth
Calculated area: 28m²
Arrival daysFrom £29.50
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Small clearings non-electric forest floor tent pitch (woodland)
6 people maximum Ground type: Forest floor
Pitch size: Max 4m width × 4m depth
Calculated area: 16m²
Arrival daysFrom £29.50
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Reviews
95% would recommend this site to a friend
92% would stay here again
What customers say
This woodland campsite offers a highly-rated, near-wild camping experience with well-spaced, private pitches. Visitors praise the clean facilities, friendly and knowledgeable staff, and the site's commitment to nature conservation. While some found the cost of firewood a little high and noted the absence of hot showers, the overall sentiment is overwhelmingly positive, with many expressing a desire to return for the peaceful, natural atmosphere and excellent organisation.
Summary AI-generated from Pitchup.com customer reviews
Incredible unique experience, loved it.
Small clearings non-electric forest floor tent pitch (woodland)
Liked Loved the woods, the staff, the facilities were great, everyone was friendly and it was relatively easy to find. A very unique and really wild feeling experience.
Disliked I reckon it would be amazing if they had a shower.
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Facilities were clean, loved the setting and the thought of lending out…
Large clearings non-electric forest floor tent pitch (woodland)
Liked Facilities were clean, loved the setting and the thought of lending out wheelbarrows to move belongings to the site.
We heard so many owls at night and while sitting round a crackling campfire with friends, it was the loveliest experience ever. We've already rebooked for another time and can't wait to come back
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Toilettes propres, accueil efficace. Haworth et la campagne Brontë.…
Large clearings non-electric forest floor tent pitch (woodland)
Liked Toilettes propres, accueil efficace. Haworth et la campagne Brontë.
Disliked Pas de douche. Tondeuse du golf le matin au réveil. Code à taper pour entrer aux wc. Beaucoup d'humidité et de boue, il avait plu la veille de notre venue.
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Stunning setting, plenty of privacy between pitches, we stayed deep in the…
Large clearings non-electric forest floor tent pitch (woodland)
Liked Stunning setting, plenty of privacy between pitches, we stayed deep in the wood. Very friendly welcome. Incredibly clean toilets and clear instructions about how to use the site and stay safe.
Disliked It would be great if there were some showers, or cubicles with a sink where you could take a wash.
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Awesome stay. We will be coming back!
Large clearings non-electric forest floor tent pitch (woodland)
Liked Fantastic set up with excellent customer service. It feels like wild camping with the benefit of excellent organisation. Thank you for a lovely stay.
Disliked Nothing!!!!!!!!!!
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This is hands down the best (nearly) wild campsite we’ve ever visited.…
Small clearings non-electric forest floor tent pitch (woodland)
Liked This is hands down the best (nearly) wild campsite we’ve ever visited. Camping under a beautiful stretch of immaculate woodland, the site feels untouched despite how many visitors must come here — teeming with native wildlife (birdsong from dawn till dusk, fungi and lichen on every tree, we even glimpsed a couple bats). You obviously take care of and respect the land here. The staff were professional but warm. The mandatory fire safety talk was refreshingly clear and appropriate — no patronising lectures, just useful information delivered with respect for our intelligence. Our inductor answered all my questions and gave us a brief history of the land after I enquired. Facilities are minimal, as expected for a wild site, but they were well maintained and the toilets were the antithesis of your cliched, dirty campsite bogs. We are leaving feeling a bit more appreciative and connected with nature and very well looked after. If you’re after a peaceful, authentic, and responsible wild camping experience, this is the place. We’ll definitely be returning — and recommending it to others looking for something special. I wish more campsites/landowners took a similar approach to land ownership. It shows you can earn a living off of a natural habitat whilst preserving its biodiversity and teaching the public how to coexist responsibly in nature.
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Great site
Large clearings non-electric forest floor tent pitch (woodland)
Liked Beautiful site, very quiet and real woodland experience, everything as described
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Great site but the woodland needs more management
Small clearings non-electric forest floor tent pitch (woodland)
Liked Nice quiet woodland, clean flushable toilets, clean drinking water, friendly helpful staff.
Disliked The additional cost to have a fire which was daily, this is the only place I have camped in over 40 years that I have had to pay daily to have a fire, very restrictive in what you can do in the woodland, a lot of dead standing trees which makes the site unsafe in high winds ( the staff did say the site is evacuated in high winds )
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Excellent near-wild camp in stunning woodland with a great host.
Small clearings non-electric forest floor tent pitch (woodland)
Liked Great for an almost-wild camping experience in a beautifully managed woodland. The host was excellent, greeting me on arrival, and I really liked his focus on preservation and wildlife. He also endeavours to give people as private a pitch as possible which i really appreciated.
Disliked The only thing for me was actually out of the owner's control in that the pub could have been closer. The walk wasn't unbearable, taking about 20 mins, but I wouldn't tackle it if you'd been up the hills as I had that day as it's a bit up and down. Like I say though not his fault and pubs aren't to everyone's taste anyway
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5 star campsite
Large clearings non-electric forest floor tent pitch (woodland)
Liked Very peaceful place. We visited for second time. Highly recommend.
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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 yearThemes
Forest Peaceful Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wild camping Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available No hot water Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearby Shop nearbyType
Tiny (1-10 pitches)Nearby leisure
Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Restaurant nearbyLocation
Woodsworth Exploring
Branshaw Plantation
Slaymaker Lane
Oakworth
Keighley
West Yorkshire
England
BD22 7EU
Directions Timezone
Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)
GPS
53.84956°N
1.94673°W
Route directions
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 1.3 mi
East Riddlesden Hall (NT) 3.2 mi
Halifax Ski & Snowboard Centre 8.6 mi
National Media Museum 8.8 mi
Eureka! The National Children's Museum 9.7 mi
National Trust
East Riddlesden Hall 3.2 mi
Hardcastle Crags 6.9 mi
Gawthorpe Hall 14.7 mi
Marsden Moor Estate 17.1 mi
Brimham Rocks 19.1 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Haworth - Top Withins - the Bronte Walk 1.3 mi
LUND PARK 1.4 mi
CENTRAL PARK, HAWORTH 1.4 mi
Stanbury - Ponden Reservoir - Oakworth Moor - Oldfield 2 mi
Penistone Hill Park - Top Withins - Walshaw - Crimsworth Dean 2.2 mi
Local events
- Harrogate Autumn Flower Show (Friday 19 September 2025 – Friday 19 September 2025)
Ripon, North Yorkshire 20.2 mi
- Leeds Festival (Thursday 21 August 2025 – Thursday 21 August 2025)
Wetherby, West Yorkshire 23.1 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.
Nearest sites
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Woodsworth Exploring have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Woodsworth Exploring dog friendly? No View all features
- What attractions are near Woodsworth Exploring? Steam train rides along the Keighley & Worth Valley Railway (20 minutes’ walk) to start the day? A morning of historical sites, like the National Trust’s East Riddlesden Hall (15 minutes’ drive), … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Woodsworth Exploring?
Camping and touring Arrive: 2 p.m. – 7 p.m. Depart by: 12 p.m. It is recommended you arrive before dark due to the tree canopy reducing visibility sooner.
Read more - How much does it cost to stay at Woodsworth Exploring? From £29.50 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.