Wharfe Camp

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Kilnsey fishing lakes
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  • Quiet, adults-only site in the stunning Yorkshire Dales
  • A five-minute walk to Kettlewell on the Dales Way for hiking
  • Great Whernside fell and Kilnsey Crag within 15 minutes’ drive
As a smaller, adults-only site in the Yorkshire Dales National Park that welcomes couples and solo travellers but not groups, Wharfe Camp encourages a peaceful, quiet atmosphere where you'll be surrounded by the sounds of the countryside. As well as only accepting a small number of people, it has views of the green north Yorkshire countryside and is a five-minute walk from Kettlewell with its three pubs, bistro, garage, launderette and well-stocked village shop. The rural settlement (known for its annual Scarecrow Festival) is on the Dales Way, so there are lots of scenic walks in the local area. The River Wharfe is also metres from the site for kayakers, and Kilnsey Crag is less than 10 minutes’ drive away for the climbers. Cavers are also sorted as the subterranean systems in Wharfedale are about the same distance from the site. If you are sticking to strolls, the circular route around the glacial lake at Malham Tarn starts from 45 minutes away or you can wander up to the waterfalls at Gordale Scar to gaze up at the overhanging limestone cliffs, stopping by Malham Cove to take snaps of the odd rock formations (35 minutes from the site) along the way. On site, the back of the family barn has been extended to include new toilets, a hot shower in a wetroom and washing-up facilities. Recycling’s also encouraged. Please note this is a place that's all about the peace and quiet, so no radios, televisions, musical instruments or musical kits are permitted. Guests are asked to close the car door and boots gently. Group bookings aren't permitted either (this includes groups making individual bookings and meeting up on site).

Site type

Lodges, cabins, pods or huts 2
RV sites 1
Tent sites 5
Open now
Opens April 1
Please note

Occupancy

  • Bookings must not consist of more than 1 different households.
  • Group bookings of 2 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
  • No bachelor/bachelorette parties permitted via Pitchup.com.

Hired accommodation

  • Guests must bring their own duvets, pillows, sheets and towels when staying in rental accommodation. You will not be allowed to stay if you do not bring these items.

Admission

  • Guests under the age of 18 are not allowed on site.

Safety

  • No electric barbecues allowed.
  • No gas barbecues allowed.

General

  • Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
  • This is a quiet park: no music is allowed.

Vehicles

  • Units longer than 5 metres are not allowed.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Wed, Apr 1 to

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9.6

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What customers say

This adult-only Dales campsite offers peace, with Kettlewell pubs a short walk away. Pitches are spacious and private; facilities are spotless. Owner Sean is praised for his friendly, helpful service. Chickens roam freely. While some pitches slope slightly and hooks near sinks would be handy, most guests highly recommend it for tranquility and access to trails.

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Excellent quiet campsite, great walk up…

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 grahame h. 5 reviews

Power optional cement/asphalt campervan campsite

Liked Excellent quiet campsite, great walk up Great Whernside with well deserved beer in Kettlewell. Facilities very clean.

Disliked Nothing.

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Small, peaceful site set in beautiful scenery.

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 Karen F. 1 review

Power optional grass tent campsite

Liked Peaceful surroundings, welcoming host, clean facilities, private pitches. Added bonus of fresh eggs from onsite chickens.

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Would definitely go back.

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Anonymous

Power optional grass tent campsite

Liked Lovely site. Sean was a great host. Great walks, beautiful scenery. Good pub food

Disliked Nothing was great site

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A nice small site that is…

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Anonymous

Power optional grass tent campsite

Liked A nice small site that is a short walk to Kettlewell. Ideal location.

Recommend to friends Visit again

We will return to Wharfe Camp and readily recommend it.

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 paul m. 1 review

Power optional grass tent campsite

Liked Great location. Lots of walking options straight from the camp site. Pubs within 5 minutes walk. Clean shower and toilets. Generous pitch size. Dark Skys area for amazing star gazing. We walked to Buckden on an easy circular route. Warm welcome from Sean when we arrived.

Disliked No dislikes but pitches are slightly sloping, this is clearly stated on the website. Consider your pitch orientation to suit you best.

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The campsite was in a good…

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Anonymous

Power optional grass tent campsite

Liked The campsite was in a good location with views all around. The owner Sean was very friendly, came to introduce himself and check everything is ok and anything he can help you with.

We were pleasantly surprised to be left some fresh eggs a couple of time from his chickens

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9 out of 10 the slope could be a issue but all in all very well kept

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 Jodie M. 1 review

Power optional grass tent campsite

Liked Really good facilies. The owner was so helpful but not always bothering you just pasted the time of day and made sure everything was OK . Designated pitches separated by a small hedge with plenty of space to pitch and park your car . Short walk to the local pubs choise of 2 . Really friendly locals .loved it would book again
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Disliked It is on a slope but it is what it is

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Was a great site in a brilliant quiet location

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 Dan F. 1 review

Power optional grass tent campsite

Liked It was a lovely quiet site, clean and well maintained pitches and facilities with a welcoming host.

Disliked Nothing

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The site is great. A 5…

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Peter R. 1 review

Power optional cement/asphalt campervan campsite

Liked The site is great. A 5 min walk from the village. It is a well kept site with individual pitches, given privacy by beech hedging. The toilet and shower area is clean and well presented but compact. We will definitely be back again.

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Private, beautiful and well managed.

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 Charlotte A. 2 reviews

Power optional grass tent campsite

Liked Fabulous site! Really can't rate it high enough. Beautifully kept, personal pitch area with shrub borders for privacy. Loo and shower (free btw) were kept spotlessly clean all day and night. Sean was a great owner who was very welcoming. Excellent location. Pub within two minutes walk, beautiful views, excellent walks by hills or river. Perfect! Fell in love.

Disliked Neighbouring house were a tad noisy in the early mornings with vehicle and child drop offs. Something the campsite owner has zero control over.

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Features

Adults only

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 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

Adults only Barbecue grills allowed Barbecue provided Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed No pets allowed

Themes

Hikers’ paradise Luxury Peaceful Spectacular scenery Wildlife haven

Utilities

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

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Public transportation nearby

Type

Tiny (1-10 sites)

Accessibility

Accessible parking at site

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Horseback riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Watersports nearby

Location

Wharfe Camp

Kettlewell

North Yorkshire

England

BD23 5HX

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

54.14996°N
2.05196°W

Nearest transport

Coach
21.4 km Bus Station Stand 8
32.8 km Bus Station
33.5 km Bus Station
Rail
16.3 km Horton-in-Ribblesdale Rail Station
17.6 km Settle Rail Station
19.1 km Giggleswick Rail Station
Airport
40.5 km Leeds Bradford International Airport

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

Climber or caver? Kilnsey Crag is less than 10 minutes’ drive from the site if you are here to scale some walls, and the underground systems in Wharfedale are about the same distance away for subterranean capers… And, try out fly fishing at Kilnsey Park (10 minutes) too. If you are sticking to strolls, the circular route around the glacial lake at Malham Tarn starts about 45 minutes’ drive away, and a wander up to the waterfalls at Gordale Scar to gaze up at overhanging limestone cliffs, stopping by Malham Cove to take snaps of the odd rock formations, is possible about 35 minutes from the site. For more forays into the countryside, Great Whernside and its fell walks take 10 minutes to reach. Along with the hills, the market towns are also worth visiting in North Yorkshire, like pretty Grassington (15 minutes' drive), where the new All Creatures Great and Small is being filmed, and Skipton, for its castle (25 minutes). Another ancient building to swing by is the 12th-century Augustinian monastery Bolton Priory 40 minutes’ drive away.

Food and drink

  • The King's Head 0.5 km
  • No. 47 9.3 km
  • Rozi's Tandoori House 9.3 km
  • Grassington House Hotel 9.4 km
  • Plaza Uno 9.4 km

Family days out

  • Upper Wharfedale Playground 2000 0.6 km

Parks and play

  • Upper Wharfedale Playground 2000 0.6 km

Public transport

  • Kettlewell - Blue Bell Inn 0.4 km
  • Kettlewell - Shelter 0.4 km
  • Kettlewell - Village Store 0.5 km
  • Starbotton - Fox And Hounds 2.6 km
  • Starbotton - Fox And Hounds 2.6 km
  • Kilnsey - Tennant's Arms Hotel 4.9 km
  • Kilnsey - Tennant's Arms Hotel 4.9 km
  • Buckden - The Buck Inn 5.1 km
  • Buckden - The Buck Inn 5.1 km
  • Buckden - National Park Car Park 5.3 km

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Must see

Jervaulx Abbey 24.2 km

Fountains Abbey 31 km

East Riddlesden Hall (NT) 32.6 km

Richmond Castle 34.6 km

Easby Abbey (EH) 35.5 km

National Trust

Malham Tarn Estate 9.6 km

Braithwaite Hall 20.4 km

Brimham Rocks 25 km

Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal Water Garden 31 km

East Riddlesden Hall 32.6 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

Kettlewell - Buckden Pike - Buckden - Kettlewell 0.4 km

Kettlewell - Starbotton - Great Whernside 0.4 km

Kettlewell and Starbotton 0.4 km

Kettlewell and Lovers' Lane 0.5 km

Arncliffe - Kettlewell - Arncliffe 3.6 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 Wharfe Camp have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Wharfe Camp dog friendly? No View all features
  • What attractions are near Wharfe Camp? Climber or caver? Kilnsey Crag is less than 10 minutes’ drive from the site if you are here to scale some walls, and the underground systems in Wharfedale are about the same … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Wharfe Camp?
    RV, travel trailer and tent sites
    Arrive:  1 p.m. –  6 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
    On-park accommodation
    Arrive:  2 p.m. –  6 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Wharfe Camp? From $56.37 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.