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Greengates Farm

9.5 8 reviews

Visitor image of the set up for the night

Visitor image of the view back towards site

Stroll through the fields towards almscliffe cragg

The perfect place to watch the sun go down

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

Pack your camera, your notebooks, your fishing kit, your walking boots – North Yorkshire’s Greengates Farm is a great spot for those seeking scenic and serene surrounds in which to spend some hobby time. Central to the attraction for photographers and trainspotters is the setting right by the Arthington viaduct, a handsome structure with 21 arches. It’s tipped as being particularly fine for snapping sunrise pics, so by staying on site you’ll have the best chance of catching it at its prettiest (if the peaceful vibe here doesn’t entice you to slumber through, that is...). By day, trains trundle across the viaduct to and from Leeds (12 miles away) and Harrogate (seven miles); once you’ve viewed them from afar, you can board one from Weeton station, a 25-minute walk away. If you'd rather roam under your own steam, there are plenty of walking and bike trails around the farm and in the Yorkshire Dales National Park. And if you’d rather not roam at all, amble down to the banks of the River Wharfe for a quiet day by the water (don’t forget to bring or buy a licence to keep things legal).

Site type

Opens 1 April 2025

Languages spoken

English

Open from Tue, 1 Apr to Wed, 2 Apr 2025

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 site/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundry 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 Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wildlife haven

Utilities

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

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearby

Type

Farm Tiny (1-10 sites)

Accessibility

Disabled facilities

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Restaurant nearby

Location

Greengates Farm

Chapel Hill Lane

Castley

Harrogate

North Yorkshire

England

LS21 2ST

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London GMT (GMT+00:00)

GPS

53.90661°N
-1.59505°W

Nearest transport

Coach

5.5 km Harewood Arms

7.3 km Harrogate Road Belvedere Rd

Rail

2.1 km Weeton Rail Station

6.9 km Horsforth Rail Station

7 km Pannal Rail Station

Ferry

Airport

6 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

Rural rambles are top notch around these parts: the Yorkshire Dales National Park is a 20-minute drive away and has many a mile of trail to tramp along. If you’ve got a taste for farming life, make new furry pals at Donkey Sanctuary Leeds (15 minutes’ drive) or take a walk alongside woolly beasts on a trek from Nidderdale Llamas (half an hour). This part of the country is stacked full of day trip options too: historyheads and photographers will want to take a stroll around the ruins of Spofforth Castle (15 minutes' drive), while engine enthusiasts should plan a ride on the narrow-gauge Shipley Glen Tramway at the UNESCO-listed Victorian model village of Saltaire (half an hour). Harewood House (15 minutes) is another excellent visit with heaps to do including an exotic bird park, boat rides, an adventure playground and stunning gardens (designed by Capability Brown, no less). For urban days, drive to Leeds (half an hour) for art galleries, cultural events and a vast array of shops, or head to Harrogate (20 minutes) for the Royal Pump Room Museum and smart afternoon teas.

Must see

Harewood House 4.7 km

RHS Garden Harlow Carr 8.5 km

Leeds Industrial Museum at Armley Mills 11.6 km

The Henry Moore Institute 12.3 km

Royal Armouries Museum 13.4 km

National Trust

East Riddlesden Hall 19.1 km

Brimham Rocks 20.2 km

Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal Water Garden 23.6 km

Beningbrough Hall and Gardens 28.1 km

Nostell Priory and Parkland 31.4 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

HAREWOOD HOUSE 4.9 km

Around Chevin Park 5.1 km

LAWNSWOOD CEMETERY 6.6 km

Lindley Woods Reservoir and Farnley Moor 7.2 km

HIGH ROYDS HOSPITAL 9.5 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.

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Only showing reviews for the last 30 months.

Would use again to f in the area.

Overall	10/10
Location	8
Value for money	6
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Customer service	8
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Cleanliness	10
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Anthony B. Feb 2023

Unpowered grass caravan site

Liked: Nice and flat. Even though there had been rain, grassed areas firm. Great walks near by, see otters in river. Good view.

Disliked: With no electricity or welfare facilities, price was a little high.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Quiet, out of the way site.…

Overall	8/10
Location	8
Value for money	6
Accommodation	8
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Anonymous Aug 2022

Unpowered grass caravan site

Liked: Quiet, out of the way site.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great. Simple, basic & all the better for it. Waste disposal a bonus.

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
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Richard P. Aug 2022

Unpowered grass caravan site

Liked: Loved this place. We loved the superb views across the River Wharfe valley, the open space, the viaduct, the sunset, the rabbits...mustn't forget the rabbits...the tranquility, the feeling of being away from it all, the birdsong, the lowing cows down by the river, the distant bleating of sheep... We liked Farmer Paul... and we liked watching the occasional train scoot across the viaduct...we pitched up, we sat, we chilled, we chatted, we played a bit of cricket and chucked a frizbee about. We looked out, we spotted rabbits, we listened out, we heard birds, we loved the space and having this beautiful little corner of Yorkshire to ourselves! We sat some more, we chatted, we recharged, we watched the sky darken and the sun light up the clouds in pinks and oranges, we made ourselves a twinkly camp with fairy lights, we had our tea, we looked for rabbits in the dark, we couldn't see them but heard them thump out their alerts to each other like rabbit morse code...we listened out for night creatures...was it a barn owl screeching or something else? We went to bed late and slept like logs till it was time to get up...the rabbits were up before us. That's when we saw the red kite scouring the railway embankment for rabbits...did I mention the rabbits before? Ahh...simplest pleasures...lots of countryside to explore and yet so close to Harrogate, York or Leeds.

Disliked: 'Nowt! ...Except for having to leave after only one night to drive to London and return to work.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Lovely site, viaduct is amazing. Only cows & rabbits for company.

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	8
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Lynda C. Aug 2022

Unpowered grass caravan site

Liked: Peace and quiet, the views. Alongside a railway track, but it is high above the site and did not disturb us, was fascinating watching the trains cross the viaduct. Enjoyed watching the rabbits, and the cows with their calves.

Disliked: Nothing

Recommend to friends Visit again

Absolutely beautiful place. Peaceful and quiet with stunning views of the viaduct.…

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
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Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
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Michaela M. Aug 2022

Unpowered grass caravan site

Liked: Absolutely beautiful place. Peaceful and quiet with stunning views of the viaduct. The kids were happy watching the cows and the bunnies in the fields.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Basic for wild camping, friendly farmer

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	No rating
Facilities / Activities	6
Customer service	10
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Karen P. Jul 2022

Unpowered grass caravan site

Liked: Lovely outlooks nice and peaceful,stayed only one night with grandaughter good level field to ride her bike and watch the farm animals and wildlife. Friendly farmer,basic for wild camping.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Perfect to get away from it all

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

Anonymous Jul 2022

Unpowered grass caravan site

Liked: Lovely and quiet, beautiful location

Recommend to friends Visit again

Peaceful setting and lots of wildlife…

Overall	8/10
Location	6
Value for money	8
Accommodation	8
Facilities / Activities	2
Customer service	8
Child friendliness	8
Cleanliness	8
Wifi	No rating

Anonymous Jul 2022

Unpowered grass caravan site

Liked: Peaceful setting and lots of wildlife

Recommend to friends Visit again

Frequently asked questions

Does Greengates Farm have a swimming pool? No View all features
Is Greengates Farm dog friendly? Yes View all features
What attractions are near Greengates Farm? Rural rambles are top notch around these parts: the Yorkshire Dales National Park is a 20-minute drive away and has many a mile of trail to tramp along. If you’ve got a … Read more
When can I check in and check out of Greengates Farm?

Camping and caravan

Arrive: Anytime – 9 p.m.

Depart by: noon

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