Campgrounds near Ilkley Literature Festival
Head to Ilkley for a lively debate with the likes of Jeremy Paxman and Melvyn Bragg, or to get up close and personal with a literary legend like Louis de Bernières or Margaret Drabble.
This prestigious 17-day festival draws a glittering array of names every year, and there are over 200 reasonably priced events to choose from, including readings, workshops and discussions with authors, poets and journalists; literary walks; and comedy performances. The programme also features masterclasses for both novice and experienced writers, on themes such as investigative journalism or fiction writing.
Children aged 4-12 will find a whole weekend dedicated to fun kids' activities, including puppet shows, theatre workshops, drawing and storytelling sessions, and opportunities to meet their favourite writers and illustrators.
There's even a lively - and entirely free - fringe programme, with standup comedy, readings, live music and cabaret. Watch out for unexpected extras such as silly hats and cinnamon biscuits!
27 bookable campgrounds within 24.1 kilometers of Ilkley Literature Festival
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- Small peaceful site in Nidderdale and the Yorkshire Dales
- Fully-furnished bell tents with private shower room for each pitch
- Wildlife haven 10 minutes' drive from Pateley Bridge
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Blackthorn bell tent (Private restroom amenities) 4 x No availability on our site Hazel bell tent (Private restroom amenities) 4 x No availability on our site Willow bell tent (Private restroom amenities) 4 x No availability on our site -
- Peaceful site on a family-run working farm in rural North Yorkshire
- A 20-minute drive from Harrogate and Yorkshire Dales National Park
- Scenic views of the Arthington viaduct and River Wharfe
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- Luxurious adults-only shepherd’s hut a 20-minute drive from Harrogate
- Ripley Castle 10 minutes’ drive; Studley Royal Park 25 minutes
- Fully equipped kitchen; logburner and smart TV; hot tub
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Romantic shepherd's hut (hot tub, deluxe) 2 x No availability on our site -
- In the grounds of a 16th-century coaching inn in the Yorkshire Dales
- Three miles from Grassington and five miles from Skipton
- Behind a cosy pub serving lunches, dinners and real ales
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- Scenic family-friendly site on an adventure farm in North Yorkshire
- A 20-minute drive to Stump Cross Caverns; short walk to Brimham Rocks
- Free entry to the farm including animal areas, soft play and café
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Primitive grass and earth tent campsite 10 x No availability on our site