Gripps Farm

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Beach access
New
Large, open field
Views around the site
Donkeys on site

  • Peaceful pop-up campsite on the North Yorkshire heritage coast
  • Direct access to The Cleveland Way and Skinningrove beach on foot
  • Just outside the village of Brotton, 10 minutes’ walk from pubs
Campers can get to the beach on foot from Gripps Farm, but that’s not the only place your legs can take you from the camping field. The pop-campsite also has direct access to the 109-mile Cleveland Way and, if you find the former activities that thirsty work, it’s also within a 10-minute walk of pubs and shops in the village of Brotton. Convenience is quite a common theme at this campsite on the North Yorkshire and Cleveland Heritage Coast, five minutes’ drive away from Saltburn-by-the-Sea. However, it’s not just that: the site is also peaceful and scenic, being surrounded by lush green countryside. There are animals such as donkeys, cows and sheep to be seen from the footpaths around the site, and the handy on-site amenities include portable toilets and running water. Skinningrove beach, accessible from Gripps Farm on foot, will surely be at the very top of your to-do list here. The large, sandy bay is dog-friendly all year round, which should be good news for those of you who plan to bring your dogs camping. Golfers, meanwhile, can cart their stuff to the golf course, a three-minute drive away. Food and drink are, of course, other important considerations when camping. Here, the location is also very handy, as it’s just outside the village of Brotton, where there are shops, pubs and a chemist within 10 minutes’ walk. Loftus, a five-minute drive away, has bars, pubs and restaurants, and just a little further along the same road, Easington (10 minutes’ drive) has yet another pub along with a farm shop with a café. Supermarkets are handily set in Skelton-in-Cleveland, 10 minutes’ drive away.

Campground type

Tent sites 24
Open now
Opens August 18
Please note
  • This park has no on-site shower facilities.
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • The park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Breed-specific legislation (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
  • Please note that the toilet facilities are unisex.
  • There is no reception building on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Mon, Aug 18 to

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Reviews

Location
9
Value for money
10
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Facilities / Activities
9
Customer service
10
Child friendliness
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Cleanliness
10
Wifi
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100% would recommend this campground to a friend

100% would stay here again

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Arrival date (latest first)

Stunning view and private stay

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10 out of 10
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Veena M.

Primitive grass tent campsite (two person)

Liked It’s a new campsite, but we really enjoyed how private and peaceful it was. The hosts are very relaxed and don’t mind when you arrive or leave, which made things feel easygoing. You can park your car anywhere on the pitch and set up your campsite wherever you like, which gives a lot of flexibility. We had everything we needed, so we didn’t require much assistance. There were only three other camps set up, and just one of them was occupied, so it felt very quiet and restful. The views were beautiful, and we loved seeing the farm animals. You can also walk towards the cliff for a short hike that leads to a stunning sea view. A shop is within walking distance, and the toilets were clean. There’s even a golf course nearby you might spot a few golf balls while exploring 😄. Just make sure to bring everything you might need, as there aren’t many facilities or supplies available nearby.

Disliked Wish there was a sink for washing up but as a new camp site understandable.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Easy to find, level campsite with…

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9 out of 10
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Clare C.

Primitive grass tent campsite (two person)

Liked Easy to find, level campsite with clean facilities.
Gorgeous animals to go and see and a footpath from the site to either the sea or the nearest village.

Recommend to friends Visit again


Features

Leisure on park

Bar or club house Beach access Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Playground Recreation room/arcade TV room Takeout Tennis Watersports

Amenities on park

Bath available Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Free wifi Grocery store Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundromat Parent & baby washroom Payphone Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Restrooms Shower available Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

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

Rules

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

Themes

Budget/backpacker Hikers’ paradise Peaceful Spectacular scenery

Utilities

Charging facilities Dump station Electric car charging point(s) Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Public transportation nearby

Type

Farm Pop-up campground Small (11-25 sites)

Location

Gripps Farm

Brotton

Saltburn-by-the-Sea

North Yorkshire

England

TS12 2QU

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

54.56945°N
0.92155°W

Nearest transport

Bus
12.8 mi Bus Station Stand 11
13.6 mi Bus Station
14.1 mi Interchange Stand 2
Rail
2.3 mi Saltburn Rail Station
4.1 mi Marske Rail Station
4.6 mi Longbeck Rail Station
Ferry
12.3 mi Transporter Bridge North Side
12.4 mi Transporter Bridge South Side
Airport
21 mi Durham Tees Valley 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

There are a very generous number of things to do in Saltburn-by-the-Sea (five minutes’ drive), a coastal town that has been popular with holiday-goers since Victorian times. Stop by the beach if you’re determined to try some watersports or head directly to some of its historic attractions, like Saltburn Pier (open since 1869), the Saltburn Cliff Tramway (open since 1884) and the Saltburn Miniature Railway (open since 1947). Those who don’t mind a slightly longer drive, just as long as the returns are great, can eye up Whitby (35 minutes). Famed for its Captain Cook heritage and Dracula inspiration over at Whitby Abbey (35 minutes), there’s also plenty to do here. Climb the 199 steps up to St Mary's Church if you’re feeling full of energy, and if you’re not, there’s always the option to retreat to the beach. Gripps Farm is just above the North York Moors National Park (10 minutes from the northern edge) too, so walkers will have plenty of areas to take their pick from. One of the closest sites is Danby Beacon (20 minutes), thought to have been used during the Roman occupation.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Saltburn 2.3 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Marske Sands 4.4 mi Sea N/AGoodExcellentExcellent
Redcar Stray 5.1 mi Sea N/AExcellentGoodGood
Redcar Granville 6.2 mi Sea N/AGoodGoodGood
Redcar Lifeboat Station 6.6 mi Sea N/AExcellentGoodGood

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

The Moors National Park Centre 7.3 mi

Captain Cook Birthplace Museum 11.7 mi

mima 12.5 mi

Whitby Abbey 13.7 mi

Hartlepool's Maritime Experience 14.2 mi

National Trust

Ormesby Hall 10.6 mi

Mount Grace Priory 20.5 mi

Yorkshire Coast 20.8 mi

Bridestones, Crosscliff and Blakey Topping 21.6 mi

Rievaulx Terrace 22.8 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

THE VALLEY GARDENS 2.1 mi

Staithes - Runswick Bay - Sandsend - Whitby 5.2 mi

Commondale - Hob-on-the-Hill - High Moor 6.1 mi

Guisborough's Old Railway and Woods Circular 6.9 mi

Runswick Bay - Port Mulgrave - Hinderwell - Runswick Bay 7.1 mi

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 Gripps Farm have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Gripps Farm dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Gripps Farm? There are a very generous number of things to do in Saltburn-by-the-Sea (five minutes’ drive), a coastal town that has been popular with holiday-goers since Victorian times. Stop by the beach if … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Gripps Farm?
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    Depart by:  11 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Gripps Farm? From $20.29 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.