Bank Top Camping
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- Spacious pitches near Pickering in the North York Moors National Park
- Whitby, Dalby Forest and Castle Howard within 35 minutes' drive
- Small café and luxury bathrooms on site; dogs and kids welcome
Site type
- The campground/park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Breed-specific legislation (i.e. 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 3 or more units (e.g. tent, caravan, RV or accommodation hire) traveling together are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
- No bachelor/bachelorette parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.
- At least one of the party members must be aged 16 or over.
- A cable measuring at least 10 metres is needed for the electric hook-ups.
- This is a quiet park: no music is allowed.
- Guests are advised to bring a good quality flashlight with them as parts of the park are unlit.
- If reception is closed on arrival: please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.
- The charging of electric vehicles is not permitted on site.
- If selecting optional electric hook-up: 6 kWh per night is included in the price. Further usage is metered onsite at £0.40 per kWh and is payable on check-out.
Languages spoken
English
French
Open from Tue, Apr 1 to
Open from Fri, Mar 27 to
Pitch types & availability
Power optional grass campsite
4 people maximum
Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Min 11m width × 7m depth
Calculated area: 77m²
Arrival daysFrom £24 (£24)
View prices & bookPower optional grass tent or campervan campsite (two person)
2 people maximum
Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Min 11m width × 7m depth
Calculated area: 77m²
Arrival daysFrom £24 (£24)
View prices & bookPower optional grass travel trailer campsite
4 people maximum
Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Min 11m width × 7m depth
Calculated area: 77m²
Arrival daysFrom £24 (£24)
View prices & bookPower optional grass campsite (large)
6 people maximum
Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Min 11m width × 8m depth
Calculated area: 88m²
Arrival daysFrom £26 (£26)
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Reviews
98% would recommend this site to a friend
97% would stay here again
What customers say
Highly recommended, peaceful, well-kept site with friendly, helpful owners. Spotless modern facilities, spacious pitches. Popular on-site cafe. Great access to Dalby Forest, North York Moors, local attractions. Some wind noted, but overwhelmingly positive with many wanting to return.
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Great site.. small and well loved
Power optional grass campsite (large)
Liked Lovely site …good clean facilities, hot water , large pitches , not cramped in at all. Lovely owners. Great walking from the site.did not try the ice cream but came away with farm’s own honey
Disliked Nowt
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Everything! Started with a lovely warm welcome. Great facilties and always clean…
Power optional grass campsite
Liked Everything! Started with a lovely warm welcome. Great facilties and always clean and tidy. Very quiet and pleasant camp site.
Recommend to friends Visit again
Lovely spot to escape into the countryside
Power optional grass campsite
Liked Perfect little campsite, great vibe, and ran by lovely people who made us feel very welcome. Will definitely be back.
Disliked Nothing
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Lovely quiet site dog walk through a gate off the field lovely views
Power optional grass campsite
Liked What was there not to like, so quiet the lady was so friendly and helpful. Stayed during a storm and the lady was so considerate trying to find somewhere sheltered for us to pitch the tent
Ice cream was amazing too
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Brilliant Site located in a great place for exploring locally and afar. Site…
Power optional grass campsite (large)
Liked Brilliant Site located in a great place for exploring locally and afar.
Site owners are extremely helpful and are always on hand for anything you should need.
Will definitely be visiting again.
Recommend to friends Visit again
Run by lovely people. Ice cream was yummy!
Power optional grass campsite
Liked Peaceful site very clean and perfect for us
Disliked Nothing
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Lovely well maintained site, lovely people who ran the site. Very helpful.…
Power optional grass travel trailer campsite
Liked Lovely well maintained site, lovely people who ran the site. Very helpful. Great facilities. Also do amazing coffee in the cafe on site. Didn't get a chance to try the ice creams but they did look delicious.
Recommend to friends Visit again
Little hidden gem of a site - Fantastic and fantastically priced.
Power optional grass tent or campervan campsite (two person)
Liked What can I say other than what an amazing little hidden gem this one is. Bargain price and such a very well kept site. Owners are absolutely fantastic, the lady was extremely polite, can get a cracking little coffee or tea in the morning and pay by card if needed. A choice of excellent tasting ice creams and milkshakes available. Showers and toilets spotlessly clean. Don’t pass this site up it’s little treasure of a place.
Perfect stay!
Thanks you
Disliked Nothing
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Lovely site near Dalby Forest with spacious pitches. Lots of grass…
Power optional grass campsite (large)
Liked Lovely site near Dalby Forest with spacious pitches. Lots of grass space in middle to play games with kids. Spotless shower and toilet facilities and a lovely little ice cream shop in reception. We would definitely return
Disliked Only thing I can say would improve it is more showers. As there are only 2 there was a bit of a queue.
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Lovely site just outside Pickering. Everywhere nice and tidy/clean and very well…
Power optional grass campsite (large)
Liked Lovely site just outside Pickering.
Everywhere nice and tidy/clean and very well organised.
Showers/toilets kept clean. Lovely hot water in the showers.
Small reception area which sold icecream, hot drinks, cold drinks and milkshakes - icecream and milkshakes are delicious 😋
The owners are just Lovely. Couldn't do enough to help.
Thank you both - we can't wait to come back.
Disliked Absolutely nothing!!
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Features
Dogs allowed
Leisure on park
Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Playground Recreation room/arcade TV room Takeout Tennis WatersportsAmenities on park
Baby-changing facilities Bath available Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Free wifi Grocery store Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundromat Parent & baby washroom Payphone Pick-up from public transport Picnic table Portable toilet Pub toilets Restrooms Shower available Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Rallies welcome Scouts welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue grills allowed Barbecue provided Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Budget/backpacker Forest Hikers’ paradise Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Communal freezer Communal fridge Dump station Electric car charging point(s) Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearbyType
Medium (26-50 sites)Accessibility
Accessible parking at site Bathrooms: Large spacious shower Bathrooms: Large spacious toilet Bathrooms: Step-free access Bathrooms: Wheelchair accessible shower Bathrooms: Wheelchair accessible toilet Site close to accessible bathroomsNearby leisure
Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Horseback riding nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Mountain biking nearbyLocation
Bank Top Camping
Rawcliffe Bank Top Farm
Newton on Rawcliffe
Pickering
North Yorkshire
England
YO18 8QF
Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
54.30905°N
0.77528°W
Route directions
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
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
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Robin Hoods Bay | 20.7 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Good | Good |
Sandsend | 22.5 km | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
Whitby | 22.5 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Scarborough North Bay | 23.9 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Good | Good |
Runswick Bay | 24.8 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Dalby Forest Visitor Centre 6.9 km
North Yorkshire Moors Railway 7 km
Flamingo Land Theme Park and Zoo 11.7 km
The Moors National Park Centre 19 km
Duncombe Park 21 km
National Trust
Bridestones, Crosscliff and Blakey Topping 8.6 km
Nunnington Hall 17.4 km
Yorkshire Coast 20.9 km
Rievaulx Terrace 22.5 km
Mount Grace Priory 35.8 km
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Lockton - Stain Dale - Bride Stones - Lockton 5 km
Lockton and Levisham 5.1 km
Newtondale Halt - Killing Nab Scar 5.3 km
Hole of Horcum - Levisham Moor - Levisham 6 km
Hole of Horcum - Levisham - Lockton 6 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.
Nearest sites
Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable sites.
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Bank Top Camping have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Bank Top Camping dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Bank Top Camping? Reward the kids for not complaining (much) during your hikes through the moors by taking them to Flamingo Land Resort (20 minutes’ drive), with thrill rides and family-friendly attractions, plus a zoo … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Bank Top Camping?
RV, travel trailer and tent sites Arrive: 2 p.m. – 8 p.m. Depart by: noon On-park accommodation Arrive: 2 p.m. – 8 p.m. Depart by: noon - How much does it cost to stay at Bank Top Camping? From $44.44 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.