The Riverfront York
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- Excellent location on the banks of the River Ouse in Bishopthorpe
- A 10-minute drive to York city centre, with summer riverbus available
- Restaurant, café-bar, playground, beauty salon and kayak hire on site
Site type
25
25
6
No gas barbecues allowed.- Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.
- No electric barbecues allowed.
- 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.
- Facilities/activities including all boat hire and beauty salon are subject to extra charges payable on arrival.
- Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
- The park caters for families (immediate members) and couples only - bookings from all other forms of groups are not accepted.
- No bachelor/bachelorette parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- Entertainment and activities are available between 01/03 and 31/10.
- Bookings must not consist of more than 3 different households.
- No charcoal barbecues allowed.
- Your dog must be tattooed or microchipped.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Thu, Jan 1 to
Pitch types & availability
6 
Powered grass and gravel RV campsite (XL, no awning)
6 people maximum 
Wifi at the unit/site Ground type: Grass and gravel
Pitch size: Max 4m width × 10m depth (40m²)
Arrival daysFrom £38.50 (£38.50)
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Powered grass and gravel RV campsite (XXL, no awning)
6 people maximum Wifi at the unit/site Ground type: Grass and gravel
Pitch size: Max 4m width × 11m depth (44m²)
Arrival daysFrom £38.50 (£38.50)
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Powered grass and gravel travel trailer campsite (large, no awning)
6 people maximum Wifi at the unit/site Ground type: Grass and gravel
Pitch size: Max 4m width × 9m depth (36m²)
Arrival daysFrom £38.50 (£38.50)
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Powered grass and gravel travel trailer campsite (medium)
6 people maximum Wifi at the unit/site Ground type: Grass and gravel
Pitch size: Max 4m width × 8m depth (32m²)
Arrival daysFrom £38.50 (£38.50)
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Powered grass and gravel travel trailer campsite (medium, no awning)
6 people maximum Wifi at the unit/site Ground type: Grass and gravel
Pitch size: Max 4m width × 8m depth (32m²)
Arrival daysFrom £38.50 (£38.50)
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Powered grass and gravel travel trailer campsite (no awning, small)
6 people maximum Wifi at the unit/site Ground type: Grass and gravel
Pitch size: Max 4m width × 7m depth (28m²)
Arrival daysFrom £38.50 (£38.50)
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Powered grass and gravel travel trailer campsite (small)
6 people maximum Wifi at the unit/site Ground type: Grass and gravel
Pitch size: Max 4m width × 7m depth (28m²)
Arrival daysFrom £38.50 (£38.50)
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OfferChestnut cabin (two person)
2 people maximum Wifi at the unit/site Arrival daysFrom £190 (£190)
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OfferShepherd's hut
2 people maximum Wifi at the unit/site Arrival daysFrom £190 (£190)
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OfferRosebud cabin (four person, bunk beds)
4 people maximum Wifi at the unit/site Arrival daysFrom £210 (£210)
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OfferThe Ark 3 bedroom lodge (hot tub, no pets)
7 people maximum 
No dogs allowed Wifi at the unit/site 3 bedroomsArrival daysFrom £420 (£420) plus taxes or fees £25 (£25)
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Reviews
98% would recommend this site to a friend
96% would stay here again
What customers say
This well-kept, clean campsite by the river boasts modern showers & toilets. Praised for spacious spots & easy York access by bus/boat. Popular on-site food. Minor gripes: occasional hot water/Wi-Fi issues, limited washing-up spots, pitch privacy, and staff visibility.
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Last updated 2026-06-03
Excellent location in a lovely village.…
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Powered grass and gravel RV campsite (XXL, no awning)
Liked Excellent location in a lovely village. Great choice of pubs nearby all serving great food. The onsite cafe is really good especially for breakfast sitting in a pod along the river front. The site is well maintained and the facilities excellent.
Recommend to friends Visit again
Really lovely site if you want somewhere very very quiet, just not 4us
Powered grass and gravel travel trailer campsite (small)
Liked Very clean, excellent toilets n shower facilities, pitches are excellent sized and well kept, nice little hut that serves pizzas n chips just yards from the plots.
Disliked No fire pits allowed so loses that's cozy feeling as the night draws in, a little to quiet for us, no real atmosphere as everyone was in there motor homes by dark. Not much in the way of going for a strole along the river, after the short area of the camping site it was just a dirt road with large fencing along it so couldn't see the river n not really much of a scenic route.
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The location is lovely and there…
Powered grass and gravel travel trailer campsite (medium, no awning)
Liked The location is lovely and there are super wash blocks!
Recommend to friends Visit again
Excellent location, clean and tidy. Really…
Powered grass and gravel travel trailer campsite (medium, no awning)
Liked Excellent location, clean and tidy. Really enjoyed it. Great for visiting York.
Recommend to friends Visit again
Great site, will return
Powered grass and gravel travel trailer campsite (medium, no awning)
Liked Lovely clean site and toilet/shower blocks, close to the village for pubs and co-op (about a 10 min walk). Bus stop in village to get to York
Disliked Nothing
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Lovely site.
Powered grass and gravel travel trailer campsite (large, no awning)
Liked Nice, quiet & clean.
Recommend to friends Visit again
Location on the river and Bosun’s…
Powered grass and gravel travel trailer campsite (large, no awning)
Liked Location on the river and Bosun’s was spot on
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From the manager: Thank you, John.
We are really pleased to hear that you enjoyed the riverside location and that Bosun’s delivered for you as well. It is great to know both elements made a positive impression on your visit.
We appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback and hope to welcome you back again soon.
Absolutely beautiful site maintained to a…
Shepherd's hut
Liked Absolutely beautiful site maintained to a very high standard. Situated in stunning scenery within walking distance of village shops and pubs.
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From the manager: Thank you, Diane, for your lovely review.
We are delighted to hear that you found the site to be beautifully maintained and set within such stunning surroundings. It is great to know the location worked well for you, with easy access to the village, shops and pubs.
We really appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback and hope to welcome you back again soon.
Excellent site for everyone.
Powered grass and gravel travel trailer campsite (large, no awning)
Liked Spacious, immaculate pitches. Plenty of space on the gravel to step onto and then the grass area was perfect for sitting in the sunshine. Shower blocks - wow ! Very nice and clean each time of use. The whole area is kept immaculate and it was a pleasure to stay.
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From the manager: Thank you, Donna, for your lovely review.
We are delighted to hear how much you enjoyed your stay, particularly the space and condition of the pitches. It is great to know the layout worked well for you, giving you both a practical and relaxing area to enjoy the sunshine.
Your comments about the shower blocks are especially appreciated. The team work very hard to keep all facilities to a high standard, so it is fantastic to see that recognised.
We are very pleased you had such a positive experience and look forward to welcoming you back again soon.
Loved this neat site with great facilities. I’ll be back…
Powered grass and gravel travel trailer campsite (no awning, small)
Liked Very neat and well maintained site. EHU and water on the pitch I was on. Great shower block facilities - stylish. Cafe with freshly cooked food open until 4 pm. Lovely ice cream - which I had one both days I was there. Yum. Plenty of seating both riverside and between the cafe and Bosun’s restaurant. Bosun’s is a very nice restaurant. On the higher side but yes a great restaurant. The pods on the riverside were very nice. Self check in - so just park on the pitch allocated to you and set up.. Boat hire available and the also the riverboat ferry into York. Bus stop at the top of the lane into York also. Couple of pubs in the village. Walks along the riverbank. I’m definitely coming back in the future and don’t understand the 4 rating further down. I loved this site. No awnings mean that the lovely grassed area within the pitch remains looking fresh.
Disliked Nothing in particular for me, but some people might not feel comfortable with no security barriers. As long as this is highlighted then everyone is aware. I liked the fact I could get straight onto my allocated pitch.
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From the manager: Thank you, Wendy, for such a fantastic and detailed review.
We are delighted to hear how much you enjoyed your stay and that so many aspects of the site stood out for you, from the facilities and pitch setup through to the café, pods and riverside setting. It is great to know the overall layout and feel of the site worked so well, and that you were able to make the most of everything on offer, including the ice cream.
Your comments on Bosun’s are also very much appreciated, and we are pleased you enjoyed the experience there. It is always encouraging to hear such positive feedback across both the site and the restaurant.
We also appreciate your feedback regarding security and access. Our approach is to keep the site open and accessible, but we recognise that preferences can vary, and your point about setting clear expectations is a very helpful one.
Features
Dogs allowed
Leisure on park
Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Hot tub Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site cafe On-site restaurant On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Playground Recreation room/arcade TV room Takeout Tennis Watersports Wild swimmingAmenities on park
Baby-changing facilities Bath available Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Free wifi Grocery store Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundromat Local produce 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 Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue grills allowed Barbecue provided Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Hikers’ paradise Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Dump station Electric car charging point(s) Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Public transportation 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 32 inches) 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 York
Ferry Lane
Bishopthorpe
York
North Yorkshire
England
YO23 2SB
Directions Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
53.9213°N
1.08862°W
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
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
- Leeds Festival (Thursday, August 27, 2026 – Thursday, August 27, 2026)
Wetherby, England 20 km
- Great Yorkshire Show (Tuesday, July 14, 2026 – Tuesday, July 14, 2026)
Harrogate, England 27.8 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.
Offers
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Conditions apply - see pitch type section for details
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Frequently asked questions
- Does The Riverfront York have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is The Riverfront York dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near The Riverfront York? When in York (10 minutes’ drive), head straight to the Minster for a tour of its spectacular stained-glass windows and bird’s-eye views of the city from the top of the Central Tower. … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of The Riverfront York?
Read moreRV, travel trailer and tent sites Arrive: 1 p.m. – 5 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. On-park accommodation Arrive: 3 p.m. – 5 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at The Riverfront York? From $71.90 (for 1 night, 6 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.