Ivy Bank Campsite
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- Family- and dog-friendly site in Kirkby Malzeard, six miles from Ripon
- Harrogate and Yorkshire Dales National Park within a half-hour drive
- Mobile hot tub (for an additional fee) and guest kitchen; café on site
Site type
- Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
Languages spoken
English
Pitch types & availability
Unpowered grass site
5 people maximum
Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Unlimited
Arrival daysFrom £28 (£28)
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5 people maximum
Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Unlimited
Arrival daysFrom £35 (£35)
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5 people maximum
Dimensions: 13.1ft width × 6.6ft length
Arrival daysFrom £70 (£70)
View prices & bookTiny house microlodge
4 people maximum
Dimensions: 13.1ft width × 6.6ft length
Arrival daysFrom £70 (£70)
View prices & bookHorse Lorry 1 bedroom static caravan
6 people maximum 1 bedroom
Arrival daysFrom £140 (£140)
View prices & bookBus 3 bedroom static caravan (no pets)
6 people maximum
No dogs allowed 3 bedrooms
Dimensions: 26.2ft width × 16.4ft length
Arrival daysFrom £169 (£169)
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Reviews
97% would recommend this site to a friend
97% would stay here again
What customers say
Great, friendly spot with big pitches & top-notch, clean facilities (heated showers!). Good on-site cafe, rural views, handy for local spots. A few noted occasional busy facilities & outside noise.
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Would stay again
Unpowered grass site
Liked Great, relaxed site with clean bathrooms and some fridge/freezer space too. Beautiful setting and space to walk the dogs off lead opposite the site. Brilliant on-site cafe too. Owners/managers really friendly.
Disliked Noisy neighbours until the small hours but nothing ear plugs couldn’t shut out 😆
Recommend to friends Visit again
Clean, level, friendly.
Unpowered grass site
Liked Friendly campsite, pitches great, food at cafe good, facilities good. Lovely kitchen with microwave, kettle and toaster and little library.
Disliked Showers last about 30 seconds on the button which is a tiny niggle!
Recommend to friends Visit again
Very rustic
Unpowered grass site
Liked Friendly staff (Isobel)
Disliked Sloping pitch and burnt grass from fire pits
Recommend to friends Visit again
From the manager: I’m sorry you left leaving such a low score ( but would visit again…. ) we are very proud of our ratings and have never has a 5/10.
The fire pits are used on the same patches all season and will re cover over winter and there’s lots of level pitches over the 3 fields you can choose from.
If you want to discuss please email us.
Lovely site and will be staying again and next time will definitely…
Unpowered grass site
Liked Lovely site and will be staying again and next time will definitely book one of the hot tubs
Disliked Nothing
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Amazing camping experience. Staff was very friendly and all the facilities were…
Unpowered grass site
Liked Amazing camping experience. Staff was very friendly and all the facilities were great. Hot showers and nice cafe. I loved the kitchen with kettle, microwave and fridge. Definitely bookmarked by again
Recommend to friends Visit again
A lovely position with good facilities.
Unpowered grass site
Liked It’s very helpful to be able to choose your own spot to camp. Lots of space, lovely views cafe on site. Plenty of facilities particularly liked the availability of an inside kitchen area with a kettle, microwave and fridge. Good showers
Disliked Quite exposed if the weather is windy. Washing up area had little protection.
Recommend to friends Visit again
Fantastic site, great location clean facilities friendly staff
Powered grass site
Liked Great location, all facilities you need for a great trip friendly and helpful staff
Disliked Nothing
Recommend to friends Visit again
Great place, about the right size
Unpowered grass site
Liked Cafe, heated shower & toilet block, kitchen/cooking/social area - great idea
Disliked A mix up with hook-ups on arrival but it was sorted
Recommend to friends Visit again
From the manager: Thank you for the review😍
still not sure what happened If someone was being naughty using a hookup they shouldn’t have been or a booking system not doing its job but ether way we will always find a way for our guests
Family friendly atmosphere with super helpful owners. They helped us locate a…
Unpowered grass site
Liked Family friendly atmosphere with super helpful owners. They helped us locate a pitch with our friends and offered us several options of locations. Toilets and showers were a quirky design which we loved, but 100% delivered on usability and cleanliness. The showers were amazing. Really close to the village for fish and chips and a pint. Can't wait to go back.
Recommend to friends Visit again
First time campers, and I doubt if all will be good as this
Unpowered grass site
Liked Great large pitches, lovely cafe. Friendly owners and staff. Great location with lots of walks .Will visit again.
Disliked Nothing
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From the manager: Thank you so much 😍
Features
Dogs allowed
Leisure on site
Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Hot tub Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area TV room Take away Tennis WatersportsAmenities on site
Bath available 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 WifiGroups welcome
D. of E. welcome Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Rallies welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearCamping 2.0
Jumbo tent sitesThemes
Budget/backpacker Leave the car at home Luxury Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wild camping Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Communal freezer Communal fridge Dump point Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Public transport nearbyType
Farm Medium (26-50 sites)Accessibility
Accessible parking at site Bathrooms: Large spacious shower Bathrooms: Large spacious toilet Bathrooms: Step-free access Bathrooms: Wheelchair accessible shower Bathrooms: Wheelchair accessible toilet Bathrooms: Wide doorways (over 85 cm) Dedicated quiet space Level campground, no steep slopes Site close to accessible bathrooms Step-free or level access Uneven terrain; gravel or loose mud Well-lit pathNearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Tennis nearbyTouring and motorhomes
Drainage hook-up points for caravans Seasonal sitesLocation
Ivy Bank Campsite
Ivy Bank
Galphay Road
Ripon
North Yorkshire
England
HG4 3SS
Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
54.16205°N
1.64272°W
Nearest transport
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
Must see
Fountains Abbey 6.3 km
Jervaulx Abbey 13.2 km
RHS Garden Harlow Carr 20.5 km
Richmond Castle 27.3 km
Easby Abbey (EH) 28 km
National Trust
Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal Water Garden 6.3 km
Brimham Rocks 9.5 km
Braithwaite Hall 16 km
Moulton Hall 29.1 km
Mount Grace Priory 32.2 km
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
HACKFALL 3.1 km
SWINTON CASTLE 6.2 km
Masham, the River Ure and the River Burn 6.7 km
Studley Royal Park and the ruins of Fountains Abbey 6.8 km
STUDLEY ROYAL 6.8 km
Local events
- Harrogate Autumn Flower Show (Friday, 19 September 2025 – Friday, 19 September 2025)
Ripon, England 23.1 km
- Leeds Festival (Thursday, 21 August 2025 – Thursday, 21 August 2025)
Wetherby, England 36.7 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.
Nearest sites
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Ivy Bank Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Ivy Bank Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Ivy Bank Campsite? Popular picks for gentle ambles around here include the pretty Himalayan Garden & Sculpture Park (10 minutes’ drive), the ancient ruins of Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal Water Gardens (15 minutes) and … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Ivy Bank Campsite?
Camping and caravan Arrive: 2 p.m. – Anytime Depart by: 10:30 a.m. On-site accommodation Arrive: 2 p.m. – 8 p.m. Depart by: 10:30 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Ivy Bank Campsite? From $63.35 (for 1 night, 5 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.