Abbey Farm Showfield

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Sunset from out tent this week.
Sunset from out tent this week.
Beautiful location
Around the site
Abbey views from pitches
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Replica of captain cook's hms endeavour, 10 minutes' walk
Traction rally nearby
Sunset from the water by whitby
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Beautiful location
Around the site
Abbey views from pitches

  • Basic site on a working farm overlooking Whitby and the North Sea
  • A five-minute drive from centre of Whitby, 35 minutes from Scarborough
  • Less than five minutes’ walk from brewery, beach and Whitby Abbey
When stays full of gothic drama push all the right buttons, head along to Abbey Farm Showfield, a family-friendly site five minutes’ drive from the centre of Whitby on the Yorkshire coast. This is a top spot for back-to-basics stays, as the site is set up with just Elsan and waste water points and a small toilet block. There are no showers, so it's best to come along prepared to embrace the simple life. The site’s well placed enough to more than make up for the simple facilities though – it’s less than five minutes’ walk to Whitby Brewery, Whitby Abbey and the top of the famed 199 Steps, and just a little over five minutes’ walk to the nearest beach. Those keen on stretching legs might like to set out on the Cleveland Way long-distance path (a 109-mile route joining Helmsley and Filey), which slinks past about 300 feet from the site. If something less lengthy appeals more, opt instead for a stroll into Whitby itself (a 10-minute walk or five-minute drive) for more beaches, an RNLI museum, the Captain Cook Memorial Museum (and HMS Endeavour replica) and whale-spotting boat trips. Be sure, while out and about, to pop into a fish and chip shop too – stomachs will be grateful.

Site type

Tent sites 420
Travel trailer sites 420
RV sites 420
Opens August 28
Please note
  • This park has no on-site shower facilities.

Occupancy

  • No bachelor/bachelorette parties permitted via Pitchup.com.

General

  • Please note that the toilet facilities are unisex.

Dogs

  • The park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Breed-specific legislation (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
  • This site is at the top of a cliff so it can get very windy at times. Please be careful when erecting tents, awnings and gazebos. During mid-August and October Goth weekend we will not be using the Cliffside field.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Fri, Aug 28 to

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Reviews

8.7

Overall rating from 871 Pitchup.com customers

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Facilities / Activities
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Customer service
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Child friendliness
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Cleanliness
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Wifi
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Spectacular scenery

92% would recommend this site to a friend

92% would stay here again

What customers say

This roomy pop-up campsite boasts amazing cliff-top views of Whitby Abbey and the sea, with a short walk into town. Guests rave about the friendly staff, ample pitch space, and handy location next to a brewery. Though basic, facilities are clean and sufficient for short stays. Wind exposure and occasional noise are noted, but the stunning location and good value make it a repeat favourite.

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Great site very friendly and felt…

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natalie b. 1 review

Primitive grass campsite

Liked Great site very friendly and felt safe. Real toilets very clean

Disliked Portaloos very dirty as so many people there

Recommend to friends Visit again

Plenty of space, toilets, water…

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Anonymous

Primitive grass campsite

Liked Plenty of space, toilets, water

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great for a one night stop

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Jennifer B. 8 reviews

Primitive grass campsite

Liked Great location for visiting Whitby and the surrounding area. Beautiful views of the sea and the Abbey.
There is plenty of space to pitch up wherever you want.

Disliked Unfortunately quite noisy with drunk people coming back to the site in the early hours.
Toilet facilities weren’t very clean.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Location was great. The staff were…

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Anonymous

Primitive grass campsite

Liked Location was great. The staff were welcoming and friendly. Good value for money

Recommend to friends Visit again

Plenty of space … plenty of…

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 Craig L. 1 review

Primitive grass campsite

Liked Plenty of space … plenty of toilets available and we got there early so got a good spot on the edge. Ideal location for walks on coastal trail, the coastal trail and Whitby itself

Disliked Nothing, only that didn’t have showers but was aware of that prior it wouldn’t so not marked down

Recommend to friends Visit again

If you like basic camping this is a good site for you

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Anonymous

Primitive grass campsite

Liked Great view of the abbey

Disliked Lack of facilities, not really for us

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Well managed with waste skips, elsan…

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Anonymous

Primitive grass campsite

Liked Well managed with waste skips, elsan points, toikets and fresh water. 24hr security. Clear if litter. Adj to Abbey and Brewery

Disliked Would be nice to have showers

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Great location and friend staff…

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 Phillip W. 1 review

Primitive grass campsite

Liked Great location and friend staff

Disliked Toilet facilities very poor and dirty

Recommend to friends Visit again

Stunning location with basic amenities, would book again

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 Gordon W. 1 review

Primitive grass campsite

Liked Location was perfect

Disliked Nothing to dislike

Recommend to friends Visit again

Fantastic stay great value and views…

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Anonymous

Primitive grass campsite

Liked Fantastic stay great value and views clean site will return again 10 out of 10 for me

Recommend to friends Visit again

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 Watersports

Amenities on park

Bath available Car parking by site/unit 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 Portable toilet Pub toilets Restrooms Shower available Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue grills allowed Barbecue provided Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Spectacular scenery

Utilities

Charging facilities Dump station Electric car charging point(s) Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby

Type

Farm Very large (over 200 sites)

Location

Abbey Farm Showfield

East Cliff

Whitby

North Yorkshire

England

YO22 4JR

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)

GPS

54.48746°N
0.60454°W

Nearest transport

Coach
0.8 km Bus Station
19.7 km Sunday School
19.7 km Playing Fields
Rail
0.8 km Whitby Rail Station
2.4 km Ruswarp Rail Station
4.8 km Sleights Rail Station
Ferry
41.7 km Transporter Bridge North Side
41.8 km Transporter Bridge South Side

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

Not quite done with seaside days just yet? Make the 35-minute drive to Scarborough, farther south on the Yorkshire coast, where – as well as more sandy stretches – guests can explore the Scarborough Fair Collection, get adrenaline pumping at Luna Park, wander about the Italian gardens, and spy out the marine species at Sea Life Sanctuary. Turn away from the sea, then, for inland explores starting in the sprawling North York Moors National Park (10 minutes), which is home to Go Ape Dalby treetop courses (35 minutes) and the rides and animal shows at Flamingo Land (40 minutes). There’s a healthy dose of history to be had hereabouts too, with Ormesby Hall (40 minutes), Nunnington Hall (55 minutes), Rievaulx Terrace (one hour) and the spectacular Castle Howard (55 minutes) – famed double for Brideshead in both productions of Brideshead Revisited – within relatively easy reach.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Whitby 1.4 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Sandsend 4.3 km Sea N/AGoodGoodGood
Robin Hoods Bay 7.9 km Sea N/AExcellentGoodGood
Runswick Bay 10.5 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Scarborough North Bay 25.1 km Sea N/AExcellentGoodGood

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Whitby Abbey 0.4 km

The Moors National Park Centre 19.1 km

Dalby Forest Visitor Centre 24.2 km

North Yorkshire Moors Railway 29.1 km

Flamingo Land Theme Park and Zoo 34 km

National Trust

Yorkshire Coast 12 km

Bridestones, Crosscliff and Blakey Topping 20.8 km

Ormesby Hall 37.8 km

Nunnington Hall 39.6 km

Rievaulx Terrace 41.5 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

WHITBY ABBEY HOUSE 0.1 km

Whitby - Saltwick Bay - Whitby 0.6 km

MULGRAVE CASTLE 6 km

Robin Hood's Bay - Ravenscar - Robin Hood's Bay 7.5 km

Cleveland Way, Stage 4 - Robin Hood's Bay to Whitby 7.6 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.

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Abbey Farm Showfield have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Abbey Farm Showfield dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Abbey Farm Showfield? Not quite done with seaside days just yet? Make the 35-minute drive to Scarborough, farther south on the Yorkshire coast, where – as well as more sandy stretches – guests can explore … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Abbey Farm Showfield?
    RV, travel trailer and tent sites
    Arrive:  noon –  8:30 p.m.
    Depart by:  10 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Abbey Farm Showfield? From $46.96 (for 1 night, 5 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.