Aarons Campsite

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Shedrock woodland
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One of the smaller sheltered camping areas
Story time by the campfire
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  • Family-friendly site in scenic Pennines surroundings
  • Bar on site open Friday and Saturday; firepits and logs for hire
  • Traditional camping experience on the outskirts of Hebden Bridge
Mad about walking? Then you’d be silly to miss out on Aarons Campsite – the Cragg Vale location, between Halifax and Hebden Bridge, is right in the heart of the lush green Pennines, where heading out for a wander can turn into a full-blown hike that ranks up there with the best of them. The secluded family-friendly site, in an area of moors and fields, is within easy reach of local attractions such as the popular tourist town of Hebden Bridge. The surrounding hills and valleys (including Stoodley Pike) have been popular with trekking types for yonks too, whether for strolling along a riverside path, or for following stone causeways marking old packhorse routes. There's great dog-walking terrain in all directions too. It’s all about the relaxing back to basics camping experience here, but just have a chat with the staff and they’ll provide you with portable firepits and wood for your campfire (for a small extra charge) – they also have a larger fixed campfire available for group hire. The easily accessible fields are flat and drained. If you’re out of nosh or fancy leaving the cooking to someone else one evening, the site has a food shack and bar on site open on Fridays and Saturdays, where you can tuck into bacon butties and local brewed ales. But if you’re out in the car on a food mission, be sure to grab some bits for the barbecue and invite some of your newfound friends over for a evening meal.

Site type

Tent sites 40
Open all year
Opens
Please note
  • This campground/park has no on-site shower facilities.
  • This is a quiet campground/park: no music is allowed.
  • Units heavier than 1220 kilograms are not allowed.
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • Group bookings of 3 or more units (e.g. tent, caravan, motorhome or accommodation hire) travelling together are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • Group bookings of 5 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
  • No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • Single-sex bookings of 3 or more people (couples and immediate family members excepted) are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • If making a fire, the fuel, logs and coal have to be purchased on site.
  • Guests can only use firepits rented from the site. Please do not bring your own fire pits or wood.

Languages spoken

English

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Reviews

8.4

Overall rating from 119 Pitchup.com customers

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PeacefulBudget/backpackerRemote location

84% would recommend this site to a friend

85% would stay here again

What customers say

A friendly, family-run site with a back-to-basics feel and great views. Staff are helpful, the vibe's relaxed, and the bar has live music. Facilities are basic but clean. Some mention noise/portaloos, but most rave about value and the welcoming atmosphere, keen to return.

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Helpful owner and friendly residents

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Aaron G.

Unpowered grass campervan, tent or trailer tent site

Liked Arrived around 8:15pm, spoke to the owner on the phone to which he was very helpful providing useful information about the facilities and which fields we could camp on. Not in the camping season currently so it was quiet and basically had the field to ourselves. Will definitely be returning during the season so we can take advantage of the bar/live music.

Disliked I can't say we disliked anything as we arrived quite late and left early morning so didn't get the full experience but this isn't a fault of the campsite

Recommend to friends Visit again

overall amazing would definitely come again, views was amazing

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Anonymous

Unpowered grass campervan, tent or trailer tent site

Liked everyone was so kind and helpful, the lad from kenya was extremely kind he helped us with the fire and they was all good to have a chat and get along with, very friendly and welcome and you felt safe

Disliked toilets was a hit and miss the ladies was locked and the lads was messy but understandable with the weather and the conditions

Recommend to friends Visit again

Excellent all year campsite that is friendly and welcoming

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Anonymous

Unpowered grass campervan, tent or trailer tent site

Liked Friendly welcome, relaxed atmosphere, live band and bar open on New Years Eve.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Amazing and surprising

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Dom W.

Unpowered grass campervan, tent or trailer tent site

Liked Great site and views. Really idyllic and then......Saturday night in the bar was amazing. Didn't expect djs and dancing but wow what a night. The Iggy and all of the staff are amazing. A+++++++. Thank you all for such a great time and looking after us so well.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Always a great stay here. Excellent…

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Anonymous

Unpowered grass campervan, tent or trailer tent site

Liked Always a great stay here. Excellent location with the benefit of the cosy wooden bar with excellent music nights.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Unique

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David M.

Unpowered grass campervan, tent or trailer tent site

Liked Club house

Disliked Time of the year 😔

Recommend to friends Visit again

Basic facilities but clean and well organized. Lovely obliging staff

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Karen H.

Unpowered grass campervan, tent or trailer tent site

Liked It suited my requirements for my first solo trip

Recommend to friends Visit again

Weirdly wonderful, alas no running water but this was due to a drought

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Lea P.

Unpowered grass campervan, tent or trailer tent site

Liked Everything

Disliked No water

Recommend to friends Visit again

This is a friendly, family-run campsite…

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Gemma S.

Unpowered grass campervan, tent or trailer tent site

Liked This is a friendly, family-run campsite in a beautiful location with so much character! It's quite basic but very clean.
The toilets are portaloos; however, they are spotless and include a sink, hand soap, paper towels and a mirror, so all you need!
There are several fields to choose from, including one quite private field surrounded by trees, which would be good for a small party.
There is a bar tucked away in the trees which has live music, open mic, etc. It was out of season when we were there, so the cafe wasn't open, so I can't comment on the food.
We only went for one night, but wanted to stay for longer as we were made to feel really welcome. We will definitely be returning to this campsite.

Disliked It wasn't an issue for just one night, but the washing-up area wasn't very big and no hot water.

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Everything, everyone who camped around us…

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Bethany W.

Unpowered grass campervan, tent or trailer tent site

Liked Everything, everyone who camped around us were lovely and it was so peaceful

Recommend to friends Visit again

Features

Portable toilet

Dogs allowed

Campfires 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 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 Rallies welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

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

Themes

Budget/backpacker Bush Gastronomic delight Lake and/or mountain 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 Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Public transport nearby

Type

Farm Medium (26-50 sites) Pub campground

Nearby leisure

Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Golf nearby Indoor pool nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Tennis nearby

Location

Aarons Campsite

Aaron Hill Farm

Cragg Vale

Hebden Bridge

West Yorkshire

England

HX7 5TX

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London GMT (GMT+00:00)

GPS

53.70891°N
1.97064°W

Nearest transport

Coach
7.7 km Halifax Bus Station
12.5 km Bus Station
14 km Bus Station
Rail
2.3 km Mytholmroyd Rail Station
4.1 km Hebden Bridge Rail Station
4.2 km Sowerby Bridge Rail Station
Airport
27.1 km Leeds Bradford International Airport
43.2 km Manchester Airport Terminal 2
43.4 km Manchester Airport Terminal 1

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

Cragg Vale, a 10-minute drive away, is a top spot to delve into local history and is crammed with independent shops for souvenirs and wallet emptying, from antiques and secondhand books to handmade quality crafts. There's more shopping, along with Victorian streets and a hillside setting, at Hebden Bridge (20 minutes' drive), frequently hailed as one of the best market towns in the UK and Europe. Check out the town events when you're here too, as Hebden Bridge is home to an acclaimed arts festival and the famed Handmade Parade. Hikers can ramble around all sorts of walking havens from here, with the Yorkshire Dales and the Forest of Bowland both within an hour's drive for weeks' worth of contented tramping about. Or have a highly energetic time closer to home with a clamber up to Stoodley Pike, commemorating the Battle of Waterloo. There are splendid views of green countryside from here, so bring your camera. Brontë buffs might also want to check out the ruined farmhouse Top Withens (45 minutes), said to have been the inspiration for the Earnshaw home in Wuthering Heights. The surrounding moors are sure to have you searching for the nearest bookshop, or perhaps bawling out a certain Kate Bush song from the 70s…

Must see

Eureka! The National Children's Museum 7.6 km

Halifax Ski & Snowboard Centre 7.9 km

Bronte Parsonage Museum 13.6 km

National Media Museum 16.8 km

East Riddlesden Hall (NT) 19.4 km

National Trust

Hardcastle Crags 7 km

Marsden Moor Estate 12.2 km

East Riddlesden Hall 19.3 km

Gawthorpe Hall 23.9 km

Nostell Priory and Parkland 38.8 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

WEST VIEW PARK 5.2 km

Hebden Vale - Heptonstall Moor - Heptonstall 6.4 km

Todmorden - Erringden Moor - Charlestown - Todmorden 6.5 km

Hebden Dale - Hardcastle Crags - New Bridge 6.5 km

LISTER LANE CEMETERY 6.7 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.

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Aarons Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Aarons Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Aarons Campsite? Cragg Vale, a 10-minute drive away, is a top spot to delve into local history and is crammed with independent shops for souvenirs and wallet emptying, from antiques and secondhand books to … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Aarons Campsite?
    Camping and caravan
    Arrive:  2 p.m. –  10 p.m.
    Depart by:  noon
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Aarons Campsite? From $45.27 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.