Powered grass and gravel caravan site (large, no awning)
From GBP 35 (GBP 35)
Additional units require additional sites - quick book via 'Make another booking like this' after making your booking.
Site size
Max 4m width × 9m depth (36m²)
Ground type
Grass and gravel
Twin-axle vehicles accepted
Suitable for
Caravan, Campervan, Motorhome
Features
Other restrictions
Awnings not allowed
Pup tents not allowed
Extras
Extra car (1 max) | GBP 7 (GBP 7) per night |
You will be able to choose extras on the booking page.
Availability
Your booking From GBP 35 (GBP 35) | |
Based on 1 night, 6 people | |
2 adults |
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The Riverfront
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Reviews
100% would recommend this campground to a friend
100% would stay here again
What customers say
This tidy riverside spot's a beauty, close to York. Guests rave about the flash new facilities, especially the awesome showers and loos. Pitches are neat, clean, and check-in's a breeze online. Mostly quiet, but some had dodgy WiFi & few washing-up spots. Cafe bar & ferry times vary. Cubicle fans could be better, and nearby works caused some noise.
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Beautiful site I will definitely stay again
Powered grass and gravel caravan site (medium)
Liked The site is beautifully kept, very very clean.
I loved the washrooms, the water was really warm and it was so clean.
We took a return journey on the boat into York which was lovely.
It’s approximately an hour and 15 mins walk into York but it’s a very Pleasant walk.
Disliked Maybe a few more sinks to do the dishes, there’s only one sink.
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From the manager: Thank you so much for your lovely feedback Nickie! We’re delighted you enjoyed the beautifully kept site, warm washrooms, and the scenic walk into York — and it’s great to hear the boat trip added to your experience.
We appreciate your suggestion about the dishwashing facilities. While space is limited, we’ll certainly take your comments on board as we continue to look for ways to improve the guest experience.
We hope to welcome you back again soon!
Excellent clean and friendly staff .
Powered grass and gravel caravan site (medium, no awning)
Liked Lovely site
Disliked Nsighbour was rude next door in caravan having a
Conversation outside and we are a middle age couple about a family member who had recently past and he asked us to talk quiter this was at 7.20 pm we were not noisy
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From the manager: Thank you for your kind feedback! We’re so pleased you enjoyed the site and its peaceful riverside location. It’s great to hear the facilities and overall atmosphere made for a pleasant stay.
We’re sorry to hear about your experience with a neighbouring guest. While we can’t control individual interactions, we do hope it didn’t detract too much from your time with us. Thank you for sharing — we always appreciate hearing from our guests.
We hope to welcome you back again soon.
Brilliant…
Powered grass and gravel caravan site (large, no awning)
Liked Brilliant
Recommend to friends Visit again
From the manager: Thank you so much Tim! We’re thrilled you had a brilliant stay — it’s always great to hear when guests leave happy. We hope to welcome you back again soon!
Clean toilet and showers
Powered grass and gravel caravan site (no awning, small)
Liked 💯
Recommend to friends Visit again
From the manager: Thank you so much Emma! We love your 💯 — it’s great to know you had a fantastic experience. We hope to welcome you back again soon!
Nice site next to the river…
Powered grass and gravel caravan site (small)
Liked Nice site next to the river very peaceful
Lovely cafe
Easy check in
Disliked Nothing
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From the manager: Thank you so much for your lovely feedback Tina! We’re delighted you enjoyed the peaceful riverside setting, the café, and the smooth check-in experience. It’s always wonderful to hear when guests have a relaxing and enjoyable stay.
We’re especially glad there was nothing you disliked — that’s the best compliment we could hope for! We look forward to welcoming you back again soon.
Very good place, would certainy stay again
Powered grass and gravel motorhome site (XL, no awning)
Liked The surroundings, cleaningness, the opportunity of going by boat to York, the bathrooms with glass divisions, facility to book and information provided.
Disliked I liked everything. Maybe a bench/chair in the shower room would be nice. Wi-fi could be better.
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From the manager: Thank you so much for your kind review Kerstin! We're really pleased you enjoyed the peaceful surroundings, clean facilities, and the unique boat trip into York. It’s great to hear the bathrooms and booking process made a positive impression too.
We appreciate your helpful suggestions—adding a bench in the shower room is a great idea and we are continually considering improvements, and while the Wi-Fi is generally reliable, we’ll ask our technical team to ensure it’s working at its very best.
We hope to welcome you back again soon for another relaxing stay by the river!
Excellent site and location
Powered grass and gravel caravan site (medium, no awning)
Liked 5* Park
Lovely and tranquil
Loved the River Taxi that took us into York
We will definitely be back.
Disliked None
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From the manager: Thank you so much for your lovely review Angela! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the tranquil atmosphere of the park and had fun taking the River Taxi into York — it's one of our favourite features too.
It means a lot to know you had such a positive experience and that you plan to return. We look forward to welcoming you back soon for another relaxing stay.
Really beautiful brand new facilities! Such…
Powered grass and gravel caravan site (small)
Liked Really beautiful brand new facilities! Such a treat - felt more like a boutique hotel than a touring site.
Fantastic location on the riverside, very pretty walks right on site. Incredibly easy access from the A64.
Disliked Awkward pitch to get on/off with a caravan and staff were not contactable on arrival but all OK in the end.
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From the manager: Thank you so much for your kind words and thoughtful feedback Bryony!
We’re delighted you enjoyed our brand-new facilities — it’s wonderful to hear they felt more like a boutique hotel than a touring site. Our riverside location really is something special, and we’re glad you had the chance to enjoy the scenic walks and found access from the A64 so convenient.
We appreciate your note about the pitch access and staff availability on arrival. We're always working to improve the guest experience, and your comments help us do just that. We're pleased everything worked out in the end and hope your stay was relaxing and memorable.
Looking forward to welcoming you back to The Riverfront York soon!
We loved the booking in sent…
Powered grass and gravel motorhome site (XXL, no awning)
Liked We loved the booking in sent prior to getting there the pitch was lovely and a great clean modern site .
We loved the toilet area very tastefully decorated &
modern
We got the riverboat in to York but feel a later time to come. Ack would be better
Disliked Nothing to dislike
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From the manager: Thank you so much for your lovely feedback Karen!
We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed the booking process, our clean and modern facilities, and the beautiful riverside location. It’s great to know the toilet area décor and overall site design made a positive impression — we’ve worked hard to create a space that feels both comfortable and stylish.
We appreciate your suggestion about the riverboat return times and will certainly pass that feedback on to our partners that operate the riverboat service.
It’s wonderful to hear there was nothing to dislike — we hope to welcome you back to The Riverfront York again soon for another memorable stay!
Clean facilities and a beautiful setting.
Powered grass and gravel caravan site (large, no awning)
Liked Lovely setting and close by to the centre of York.
Disliked Disappointed that the boat ferry into York was not running on the days we were there.
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From the manager: Thank you for your kind feedback Melody. We're so pleased you enjoyed the peaceful setting and our convenient location near the centre of York.
We’re sorry the River Taxi wasn’t operating during your stay. It’s run by a trusted partner and provided as a service to both our guests and the local community. While we don’t control the schedule, it does operate more frequently during school holidays.
We hope this didn’t detract too much from your visit, and we’d love to welcome you back again soon.
Features
Dogs allowed
Leisure on site
Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Hot tub Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site cafe On-site restaurant On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area TV room Take away Tennis Watersports Wild swimmingAmenities on site
Baby-changing facilities Bath available Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundry Local produce Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Picnic table 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
Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Dump point Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearbyType
Medium (26-50 sites)Accessibility
Bathrooms: Large spacious shower Bathrooms: Large spacious toilet Bathrooms: Step-free access Bathrooms: Wheelchair accessible shower Bathrooms: Wheelchair accessible toilet Bathrooms: Wide doorways (over 85 cm) Uneven terrain; gravel or loose mudNearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Restaurant nearby Watersports nearbyTouring and motorhomes
Caravan storage facilities Water hook-up points for caravansLocation
The Riverfront
Ferry Lane
Bishopthorpe
York
North Yorkshire
England
YO23 2SB
Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
53.9213°N
1.08862°W
Nearest transport
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
Must see
York Racecourse 2.2 km
Clifford's Tower 3.8 km
York Castle Museum 3.8 km
York Dungeon 3.9 km
National Centre for Early Music 4 km
National Trust
Goddards Garden 2.3 km
Treasurer's House 4.6 km
Beningbrough Hall and Gardens 13.6 km
Nunnington Hall 32.4 km
Nostell Priory and Parkland 36 km
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
ROWNTREE PARK 3 km
YORK CEMETERY 3.5 km
Snickets, Ginnels and Walls of York 3.8 km
MUSEUM GARDENS, YORK 4.4 km
MOREBY HALL 4.5 km
Local events
- Harrogate Autumn Flower Show (Friday 19 September 2025 – Friday 19 September 2025)
Ripon, England 27.3 km
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 The Riverfront have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is The Riverfront dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near The Riverfront? Attractions and activities nearby include: - York Racecourse: five minutes' drive - York city centre (for the minster, city walls, Jorvik Viking Centre and Shambles): 10 minutes - Designer Outlet York: 10 … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of The Riverfront?
Camping and caravan Arrive: 1 p.m. – 5 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. On-site accommodation Arrive: 3 p.m. – 5 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at The Riverfront? From $71.99 (for 1 night, 6 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.