The Ranch

View prices & book 9.5 165 reviews
Working equestrian yard
Looking to the wolds
Far-reaching views
Camping field

  • Quiet campsite in Irton village, 15 minutes’ drive from Scarborough
  • North Yorkshire Water Park 10 minutes’ drive; Filey 20 minutes
  • Adults-only site with basic facilities; pub five minutes’ drive
A lovely, quiet camping site situated in the rural village of Irton, just outside Scarborough, North Yorkshire. This is an established site under new ownership which is open most of the year and offers 20 grass pitches with electric hook ups. Toilet block with shower cubical, two drinking water points on the site. Well behaved dogs are welcome but must be kept on the lead as the site is based on Equestrian yard. Predominantly an adult only site but exceptions are made for historical families who have been visiting over the years.

Site type

Caravan sites 5
Tent sites 5
Motorhome sites 5
Lodges, cabins, pods or huts 2
Open now
Opens 1 March
Please note
  • The campground/park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dog Act (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
  • Guests under the age of 16 are not allowed on site.
  • 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.
  • Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the campground/park are unlit.
  • No naked flames are allowed inside the hired accommodation units.
  • There is no reception building on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Sat, 1 Mar to

Pitch types & availability

Reviews

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Location
10
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10
Accommodation
9
Facilities / Activities
9
Customer service
10
Child friendliness
7
Cleanliness
9
Wifi
7

99% would recommend this site to a friend

97% would stay here again

What customers say

Highly recommended, quiet adult-only site at an equestrian centre. Praised for friendly owners, clean facilities, peaceful vibe with horses. Great for exploring. Basic but good value amenities. Mud can be an issue in wet weather.

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A great stay

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Fiona S.

Power optional grass site

Liked A lovely quiet location. However close to Scarborough. Also yards from a public footpath for dog walking. A fabulous garden centre locally for food .
Toilet block basic but clean

Recommend to friends Visit again

Lovely quite basic site

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Ellen C.

Power optional grass site

Liked Lovely site, just want we wanted a simple site, quite, nice facilities with two showers, toilets womens and men’s and a sink to wash pots, plenty of taps for drinking water. Clean, set in beautiful countryside.
The owner is lovely. We wanted something simple and quiet. Close to Scarborough, Bridlington and Whitby which is what we wanted.

Recommend to friends Visit again

This is a fantastic little campsite and we have stayed here twice…

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Molly C.

Camping pod

Liked This is a fantastic little campsite and we have stayed here twice now and definitely will again! It’s in a little village just outside Scarborough but also near to Filey etc. there is also a good pub in walking distance . The actual campsite is so peaceful we stayed here Easter 2025 and also in the summer 2025 (you wouldn’t have thought it was school holidays as super quiet!) . We have stayed in the camping pod both times. The pods are well equipped with kettle, toaster, microwave and good heating too. You also have your own patio with a table and chairs. Although you have to bring your own bedding the mattresses in the pods are very comfy. The communal showers and toilets are very clean. For the price we can’t knock it and have enjoyed both times we have stayed, will defo be back!

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Would return and highly recommend

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Paula W.

Power optional grass site

Liked Peaceful and rural site. Fantastic showers. Great dog walk from site. You wouldnt know you were any where near tourist hot spots. Watched horses and stoats. Whats not to like.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Liked everything about the place Toilets and showers very clean very…

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Anonymous

Power optional grass site

Liked Liked everything about the place Toilets and showers very clean very handy for travelling Whitby. Scarborough. Cheap and a friendly place to stay. Been here for the second time and will be back again

Disliked Not a thing

Recommend to friends Visit again

Lovely site level big pitches

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Tracy W.

Power optional grass site

Liked If you want peace and quiet then this is the site for you. The only noise your hear is the horses and birds.
Showers and toilets were pretty basic BUT were clean and showers hot.
Big pitches with plenty of room.
Had a problem with an uninvited guest on last day but 1 quick call and was dealt with straight away.

Disliked Nothing really to dislike

Recommend to friends Visit again

Loved it. Relaxing, quiet serene, absolutely stunning.Seeing the horses every day really…

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Sam L.

Power optional grass site

Liked Loved it. Relaxing, quiet serene, absolutely stunning.Seeing the horses every day really added to it as well. Spoke to the owner, she was really friendly. Said where the water was where the toilets were. very clean facilities

Disliked Nothing to dislike.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great little site, 15 mins walk to get bus into Scarborough Toilets…

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Jane M.

Power optional grass site

Liked Great little site, 15 mins walk to get bus into Scarborough
Toilets and showers were clean

Recommend to friends Visit again

Brilliant little site, excellent toilet and shower block, perfect for what we…

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Theresa B.

Power optional grass site

Liked Brilliant little site, excellent toilet and shower block, perfect for what we needed it for snd cheap...the owner was very nice and friendly too

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Highly recommend

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Andrew C.

Power optional grass site

Liked Nice clean toilets and showers, lovely peaceful place. Very nice people who run it,loved the horses aswell.

Recommend to friends Visit again


Features

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

Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

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

Utilities

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

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearby

Type

Farm Tiny (1-10 sites)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Indoor pool nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Surf school nearby Watersports nearby

Location

The Ranch

93a Main Street

Irton

Scarborough

North Yorkshire

England

YO124RJ

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

54.24223°N
0.45804°W

Nearest transport

Coach
5.4 km Railway Station Stop S
5.4 km Railway Station Stop S
5.4 km Railway Station Stop S
Rail
2.7 km Seamer Rail Station
5.4 km Scarborough Rail Station
11.3 km Filey Rail Station

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

Local attractions and activities include: - North York Moors National Park: five minutes’ drive - North Yorkshire Water Park: 10 minutes - Playdale Farm Park: 15 minutes - Scarborough: 15 minutes - Filey: 20 minutes - Woldies Lavender and Nature Farm: 25 minutes - Yorkshire Wolds: half an hour - Bridlington: 35 minutes.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Scarborough South Bay 6 km Sea PoorPoorPoorPoor
Cayton Bay 6.2 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Scarborough North Bay 6.6 km Sea N/AExcellentGoodGood
Filey 11.9 km Sea N/AGoodGoodGood
Reighton 15.8 km Sea N/AExcellentGoodGood

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Dalby Forest Visitor Centre 15.3 km

North Yorkshire Moors Railway 20.8 km

Burton Agnes Hall 22.9 km

Flamingo Land Theme Park and Zoo 23.2 km

Whitby Abbey 29.1 km

National Trust

Bridestones, Crosscliff and Blakey Topping 13.7 km

Yorkshire Coast 17.7 km

Nunnington Hall 33.9 km

Rievaulx Terrace 42.5 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

VALLEY GARDENS & SOUTH CLIFF GARDENS 5.4 km

PEASHOLM PARK 6 km

Scarborough - Cloughton - Scalby - Peasholme Park 6.5 km

Yorkshire Wolds Way Stage 6 - Ganton to Filey 6.8 km

Cloughton - Ravenscar - Robin Hood's Bay 10.7 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

Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable sites.

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does The Ranch have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is The Ranch dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near The Ranch? Local attractions and activities include: - North York Moors National Park: five minutes’ drive - North Yorkshire Water Park: 10 minutes - Playdale Farm Park: 15 minutes - Scarborough: 15 minutes - … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of The Ranch?
    Camping and caravan
    Arrive:  11:30 a.m. –  9 p.m.
    Depart by:  11:30 a.m.
    On-site accommodation
    Arrive:  11:30 a.m. –  9 p.m.
    Depart by:  11:30 a.m.

    We are quite far down Main Street, and will be on your left when driving down. We do have a sign at the bottom of the driveway so hopefully you will see it and please turn down the drive towards the bungalow and big wooden gate.

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  • How much does it cost to stay at The Ranch? From $40.73 (for 1 night, 5 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.