Clarion Lodge Campsite

7 24 reviews

Small family-run site five minutes' drive from Menston and Otley
Half an hour's drive from Leeds, Bradford and Harrogate
Views over Wharfe Valley and a few minutes from the Yorkshire Dales

Town or country? No such pesky decisions to be made when staying at Clarion Lodge Campsite – its handy Menston location means your answer can be a laidback ‘both, ta’. Settle at this small family-run site and you can say yes to many of Yorkshire’s finest offerings: Leeds, Bradford and Harrogate are all about a half-hour drive away for those times when you seek museums, restaurants, shops and nightlife, and the wide open spaces of the Yorkshire Dales are just a couple of miles away when you’ve got something rather more rural in mind. Sneak previews of your rural surrounds are on offer on site, for this peaceful place has fab views out over the Wharfe Valley from its elevated location on the Chevin. Don’t be fooled by that rustic outlook, however; you’re not completely out in the countryside here. The little towns of Menston and Otley are both a mile away for train trips, riverside walks, supermarket supplies and takeaway curries; even more convenient is the kid- and dog-friendly 18th-century country inn a mere five minutes’ amble from the site. This is a place that appreciates its peace and quiet, so there’s no large groups or music allowed. Ball games and barbecues are welcome but you’ll be asked to keep the hubbub down as night falls so that everyone can enjoy a bit of kip. Facilities are similarly low key: a tourist info point, a gents’ and ladies’ toilet block and a log cabin washing-up area keeping you clean and comfy.

Site type

Open all year

Languages spoken

English

Nearby sites that are bookable on Pitchup.com

Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable sites.

Features

Dogs allowed

Leisure on site

Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area TV room Take away Tennis Watersports

Amenities on site

Bath available Car parking by pitch/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

D. of E. welcome Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

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

Themes

Peaceful Walkers' paradise Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby

Type

Small (11-25 pitches)

Accessibility

Disabled facilities

Nearby leisure

Climbing nearby Cycling nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby

Location

Clarion Lodge Campsite

West Chevin Road

Menston

Ilkley

West Yorkshire

England

LS29 6BG

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London GMT (GMT+00:00)

GPS

53.89307°N
-1.71764°W

Nearest transport

Coach

7.7 km Market Square

9.3 km Midland Hotel

Rail

1.2 km Menston Rail Station

1.9 km Guiseley Rail Station

2.9 km Burley-in-Wharfedale Rail Station

Ferry

Airport

4.7 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

All set for fresh air? You’re in the right place: the Chevin is a great base for walks and other outdoorsy outings. Climbers can cling to Caley Crags, Armscliffe Crag and the Cow and Calf (all within a 20-minute drive), golfers can take aim at a couple of courses within 15 minutes and there are orienteering courses five minutes away in Chevin Forest Park. For a slice of history as you wander, head to Harewood House (20 minutes’ drive), Skipton Castle (half an hour) or Bolton Abbey (half an hour), stopping for a ride on the Embsay & Bolton Abbey Steam Railway for added nostalgia. If a bit of animal magic’s more your style, head to Hesketh Farm Park or the Tropical World Leeds zoo, both half an hour away. More interested in a slice of cake? The famed Betty’s tearooms in Harrogate (also half an hour) make a tasty stop on a tour of the town, taking in the Valley Gardens, Pump Room Gallery and a trip out to the RHS Harlow Carr Gardens.

Must see

East Riddlesden Hall (NT) 10.9 km

National Media Museum 11.6 km

Harewood House 12.5 km

Leeds Industrial Museum at Armley Mills 13.4 km

RHS Garden Harlow Carr 13.7 km

National Trust

East Riddlesden Hall 10.9 km

Brimham Rocks 20.9 km

Hardcastle Crags 25 km

Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal Water Garden 26.7 km

Nostell Priory and Parkland 34.4 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

HIGH ROYDS HOSPITAL 1.6 km

Around Chevin Park 3.1 km

Lindley Woods Reservoir and Farnley Moor 6.3 km

Ilkley Moor - White House - Swastika Stone 7.4 km

ROBERTS PARK 7.5 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.

Reviews

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Only showing reviews for the last 30 months.

Potholes & puddles. abandoned facility block construction in background

Very friendly, clean and views were breathtaking…

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	No rating
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	10

Julie Z. Oct 2022

Electric hardstanding touring pitch

Liked: Very friendly, clean and views were breathtaking

Disliked: N/A

Recommend to friends Visit again

Pitches pretty level and facilities pretty clean.

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	4
Accommodation	No rating
Facilities / Activities	6
Customer service	No rating
Child friendliness	No rating
Cleanliness	8
Wifi	10

Anonymous Sept 2022

Electric hardstanding touring pitch

Liked: The views from the campsite.
The lovely local towns of Otley and Ilkley.
Small friendly site.
The history behind the campsite displayed in the washing up cabin is a nice touch.

Disliked: The website when booking was far more detailed than just before we left. Apparently this was because the site changed hands a couple of weeks before our arrival.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Beautiful surroundings and a well maintained site. Would happily visit again.…

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	8
Accommodation	No rating
Facilities / Activities	6
Customer service	8
Child friendliness	8
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	10

Hazel P. Sept 2022

Electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch (six person)

Liked: Beautiful surroundings and a well maintained site. Would happily visit again.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Good site with clean facilities and friendly staff. Good pitches.

Overall	8/10
Location	10
Value for money	8
Accommodation	No rating
Facilities / Activities	8
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	No rating
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	10

Rob B. Aug 2022

Electric hardstanding touring pitch

Liked: Friendly helpful staff. Excellent base for exploring the area. Clean facilities. Excellent WIFI.

Disliked: Could be noisy on the bottom pitches from the road and when wind was blowing in a certain direction planes from Leeds/Bradford were noisy taking off.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Friendly, great location, fab five night stay with friends

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	8
Facilities / Activities	8
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	8
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	10

Anonymous Aug 2022

Electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked: Great location

Disliked: Early morning wake up!! Should have packed my ear plug's😆

Recommend to friends Visit again

Excellent site, friendly staff it was clean, great scenery good walks.

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	8
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	8
Wifi	10

Cheryl K. Aug 2022

Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch (six person)

Liked: We loved it, it was peaceful relaxing, a very friendly atmosphere, great scenery, good walks, people were friendly. Great weather.

Disliked: Just need a play area for the children.

Recommend to friends Visit again

A stunning location and friendly atmosphere. Great for ilkley and Otle

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	No rating
Facilities / Activities	8
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	10

David K. Aug 2022

Electric hardstanding touring pitch

Liked: The friendly owners and stunning views

Disliked: Needs more shower facilities

Recommend to friends Visit again

Nearer Otley than Ilkley but handy for both .

Overall	6/10
Location	4
Value for money	4
Accommodation	8
Facilities / Activities	6
Customer service	8
Child friendliness	No rating
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	No rating

Anonymous Aug 2022

Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch (six person)

Liked: New owners very enthusiastic and helpful and facilities great

Disliked: Being directly over flight path for Leeds/Bradford airport and busy road

Recommend to friends Visit again

Left straight away

Overall	2/10
Location	6
Value for money	No rating
Accommodation	No rating
Facilities / Activities	2
Customer service	No rating
Child friendliness	2
Cleanliness	2
Wifi	No rating

nigel j. Aug 2022

Electric hardstanding touring pitch

Liked: Nothing

Disliked: Grubby unkept half built shower block nobody to meet or greet you

Recommend to friends Visit again

Stayed for 1 night and had a good time apart from the weather.

Overall	6/10
Location	8
Value for money	8
Accommodation	8
Facilities / Activities	6
Customer service	6
Child friendliness	8
Cleanliness	8
Wifi	2

Tori K. Aug 2022

Electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked: Lovely views, clean shower block, level pitches

Disliked: Need a long electrical cable due to limited number of hookups, no WiFi.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Frequently asked questions

Does Clarion Lodge Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
Is Clarion Lodge Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
What attractions are near Clarion Lodge Campsite? All set for fresh air? You’re in the right place: the Chevin is a great base for walks and other outdoorsy outings. Climbers can cling to Caley Crags, Armscliffe Crag and the … Read more