Campgrounds near Ilkley Literature Festival
Head to Ilkley for a lively debate with the likes of Jeremy Paxman and Melvyn Bragg, or to get up close and personal with a literary legend like Louis de Bernières or Margaret Drabble.
This prestigious 17-day festival draws a glittering array of names every year, and there are over 200 reasonably priced events to choose from, including readings, workshops and discussions with authors, poets and journalists; literary walks; and comedy performances. The programme also features masterclasses for both novice and experienced writers, on themes such as investigative journalism or fiction writing.
Children aged 4-12 will find a whole weekend dedicated to fun kids' activities, including puppet shows, theatre workshops, drawing and storytelling sessions, and opportunities to meet their favourite writers and illustrators.
There's even a lively - and entirely free - fringe programme, with standup comedy, readings, live music and cabaret. Watch out for unexpected extras such as silly hats and cinnamon biscuits!
27 bookable campgrounds within 24.1 kilometres of Ilkley Literature Festival
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- Glamping domes on the border between Yorkshire and Lancashire
- A 20-minute drive from Skipton and half an hour from Bolton Abbey
- Family-run site with cinema and barrel sauna evenings; walks from site
No availability at present on Pitchup.com.
Geodesic dome 4 x No availability on our site Geodesic dome (hot tub) 4 x No availability on our site -
- Quiet location five minutes walk from the centre of Grassington
- Spectacular views across Wharfedale with the River Wharfe very close
- Grassington is the heart of the Dales with several pubs & restaurants
No availability at present on Pitchup.com.
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- Family-friendly site on the Yorkshire-Lancashire border
- Five minutes' walk to a country park; 25 minutes' drive to Haworth
- 300 yards from Wycoller Country Park; direct access to footpaths
No availability at present on Pitchup.com.
Bell tent 5 x No availability on our site Unpowered earth tent or trailer tent site 5 x No availability on our site Unpowered earth motorhome site 4 x No availability on our site -
- Peaceful Lancashire site with far-reaching views over Pendle Hill
- A 10-minute drive from Colne and half an hour from Skipton
- Next to a recreation ground; 10 minutes' walk from a café and pub
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- 50-acre park with a pub overlooking a pool and playground
- Excellent views and immaculately-maintained grounds
- On-site 18-hole golf course, helipad, spa and cinema
No availability at present on Pitchup.com.
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- Rural naturist site within walking distance of historic Knaresborough
- Near Harrogate, Ripley Castle, RHS Garden Harlow Carr and more
- Putting course and tennis court
No availability at present on Pitchup.com.
Unpowered grass tent site 4 x No availability on our site Unpowered concrete slab caravan site 4 x No availability on our site Unpowered concrete slab motorhome site 4 x No availability on our site