Wharfe Camp

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  • Quiet, adults-only site amid stunning scenery in the Yorkshire Dales
  • A five-minute walk to Kettlewell on the Dales Way for hiking
  • Great Whernside fell and Kilnsey Crag within 15 minutes’ drive
As a smaller, adults-only site in the Yorkshire Dales National Park that welcomes couples and solo travellers but not groups, Wharfe Camp encourages a peaceful, quiet atmosphere where you'll be surrounded by the sounds of the countryside. As well as only accepting a small number of people, it has views of the green north Yorkshire countryside and is a five-minute walk from Kettlewell with its three pubs, bistro, garage, launderette and well-stocked village shop. The rural settlement (known for its annual Scarecrow Festival) is on the Dales Way, so there are lots of scenic walks in the local area. The River Wharfe is also metres from the site for kayakers and Kilnsey Crag is less than 10 minutes’ drive away for the climbers. Cavers are also sorted as the subterranean systems in Wharfedale are about the same distance from the site. If you are sticking to strolls, the circular route around the glacial lake at Malham Tarn starts from 45 minutes away or you can wander up to the waterfalls at Gordale Scar to gaze up at the overhanging limestone cliffs, stopping by Malham Cove to take snaps of the odd rock formations (35 minutes from the site) along the way. On site, the back of the family barn has been extended to include new toilets, a hot shower in a wetroom and washing-up facilities. Recycling’s also encouraged. Please note this is place that's all about the peace and quiet, so no radios, televisions, musical instruments or musical kit are permited. Guests are asked to close car door and boots gently. Group bookings aren't permitted either (this includes groups making individual bookings and meeting up on site).

Campground type

Lodges, cabins, pods or huts 2
RV sites 1
Tent sites 5
Open all year
Opens
Please note
  • Group bookings of 2 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
  • No bachelor/bachelorette parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • A charge of £0.00 ($0.00) applies for the use of the shower.
  • Guests under the age of 18 are not allowed on site.
  • Units longer than 5 metres are not allowed.
  • 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.
  • This is a quiet park: no music is allowed.
  • Bookings must not consist of more than 1 different households.
  • Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
  • No gas barbecues allowed.
  • No electric barbecues allowed.
  • Please note that the toilet facilities are unisex.
  • Please note that the shower facilities are unisex.
  • The showers require a 20p or £1 coin to operate which is returned after use.

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Reviews

9.8

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100% would recommend this campground to a friend

100% would stay here again

What customers say

Adults-only site lauded for its beautiful, tranquil vibe amid stunning countryside. Guests praise spotless facilities, roomy pods, and private pitches. Owner Sean's welcoming, attentive yet unobtrusive service is a highlight. Kettlewell village's pubs and shops are close by. Minor points: slightly uneven pitches, past toilet paper issues now resolved, and a Wi-Fi suggestion.

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Fab rural site with great facilities

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David C.

Power optional cement/asphalt campervan campsite

Liked Good clean facilities.
Nice big private pitch.
Sean the owner is very helpful and friendly. He was able to give us lots of information about the local area and the walks and pubs in Kettlewell.
We like the free roaming chickens they made us laugh trying to get into the van. LOL.

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The location is perfect. It’s a…

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Bob B.

Power optional cement/asphalt campervan campsite

Liked The location is perfect. It’s a really relaxing atmosphere and the owner is really friendly. Good facilities and fab views. Love the chickens running round as well!

Disliked Nothing to say here

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Beautiful site with great staff, clean facilities and fantastic walks

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Anonymous

Power optional grass tent campsite

Liked Probably the best campsite I've ever stayed at. Pitches are large and private due to the hedges separating each. Sean, the owner, is very friendly, helpful and attentive. The picturesque village of Kettlewell is a very short walk away, with three decent pubs (The King's Head being our favourite), cafés, etc. The walking and scenery are fantastic, and can be accessed directly from the campsite. The free range chickens on the site are also unbelievably friendly and full of personality, very keen to come and say hello! The facilities are all clean and well looked after.

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The peace and quiet lovely location.…

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Diane L.

Wharfe camping pod

Liked The peace and quiet lovely location. Pod ever thing you needed very cosy.

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Perfect

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Richard H.

Power optional cement/asphalt campervan campsite

Liked The site is exactly as described. It was a tranquil escape for a night with the tone set by the host, Sean. We like the adult only feel and the time to truly chill out!

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A great site. Thanks

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Su G.

Power optional grass tent campsite

Liked Felt very welcome. It is lovely and quiet and relaxing

Disliked Nothing

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Vivien P.

Power optional grass tent campsite

Liked Very quiet and peaceful

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Perfect

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Nicola W.

Power optional grass tent campsite

Liked A gem of a site, small and quiet with amazing views of the countryside around

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Beautiful location, peaceful and well kept site

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Shani K.

Dales camping pod

Liked Wharfe camp is a beautiful, quiet, peaceful site. It's well looked after and friendly. The owner was helpful and kind. Facilities always nice and clean. We stayed in the Pod which was well kept, comfortable and warm. Great site in a stunning location at a great price, we hope to stay again soon

Disliked Nothing

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A fabulous small quiet campsite in a beautiful area.

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Anonymous

Power optional grass tent campsite

Liked Really lovely small, quiet, adult only campsite, nestled in the Yorkshire Dales, but only a very short stroll from the village of Kettlewell. Very spacious pitches with mature hedges allowing privacy and shade from the sun if necessary. Brilliant walks on the doorstep without getting in the car. The toilet and washing facilities were adequate. The owner, Sean very helpful and lives on site if you need any assistance. Very prompt at fixing any issues.

Disliked As it's in a rural hilly area the pitches aren't level which campers need to be aware of when booking in case they have mobility issues etc.
Several times the toilet roll ran out...
Could offer WiFi...

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Features

No dogs allowed

Adults only

Leisure on park

Bar or club house 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

Adults only Barbecue grills allowed Barbecue provided Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed No dogs allowed

Themes

Hikers’ paradise Luxury Peaceful Spectacular scenery Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Communal freezer 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 Nearby farmers' market Public transportation nearby

Type

Tiny (1-10 sites)

Accessibility

Accessible parking at site

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Horseback riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Watersports nearby

Location

Wharfe Camp

Kettlewell

Skipton

North Yorkshire

England

BD23 5HX

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London GMT (GMT+00:00)

GPS

54.14996°N
2.05196°W

Nearest transport

Bus
13.3 mi Bus Station Stand 8
20.4 mi Bus Station
20.8 mi Bus Station
Rail
10.1 mi Horton-in-Ribblesdale Rail Station
10.9 mi Settle Rail Station
11.9 mi Giggleswick Rail Station
Airport
25.2 mi Leeds Bradford International 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

Climber or caver? Kilnsey Crag is less than 10 minutes’ drive from the site if you are here to scale some walls, and the underground systems in Wharfedale are about the same distance away for subterranean capers… And, try out fly fishing at Kilnsey Park (10 minutes) too. If you are sticking to strolls, the circular route around the glacial lake at Malham Tarn starts about 45 minutes’ drive away, and a wander up to the waterfalls at Gordale Scar to gaze up at overhanging limestone cliffs, stopping by Malham Cove to take snaps of the odd rock formations, is possible about 35 minutes from the site. For more forays into the countryside, Great Whernside and its fell walks take 10 minutes to reach. Along with the hills, the market towns are also worth visiting in North Yorkshire, like pretty Grassington (15 minutes' drive), where the new All Creatures Great and Small is being filmed, and Skipton, for its castle (25 minutes). Another ancient building to swing by is the 12th-century Augustinian monastery Bolton Priory 40 minutes’ drive away.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Morecambe North 33.1 mi Estuary GoodN/AGoodGood
Morecambe South 33.8 mi Sea N/AN/AGoodGood
Fleetwood 42.2 mi Sea N/AGoodGoodGood
Cleveleys 44.5 mi Sea N/AGoodGoodGood
Bispham 45.7 mi Sea N/AGoodGoodGood

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Jervaulx Abbey 15.1 mi

Fountains Abbey 19.3 mi

East Riddlesden Hall (NT) 20.2 mi

Richmond Castle 21.5 mi

Easby Abbey (EH) 22 mi

National Trust

Malham Tarn Estate 6 mi

Braithwaite Hall 12.6 mi

Brimham Rocks 15.6 mi

Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal Water Garden 19.3 mi

East Riddlesden Hall 20.3 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

Kettlewell - Buckden Pike - Buckden - Kettlewell 0.2 mi

Kettlewell - Starbotton - Great Whernside 0.3 mi

Kettlewell and Starbotton 0.3 mi

Kettlewell and Lovers' Lane 0.3 mi

Arncliffe - Kettlewell - Arncliffe 2.2 mi

Local events

  • Farnborough International Airshow (Monday, July 20, 2026 – Monday, July 20, 2026)

    Farnborough, England 206 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 Wharfe Camp have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Wharfe Camp dog friendly? No View all features
  • What attractions are near Wharfe Camp? Climber or caver? Kilnsey Crag is less than 10 minutes’ drive from the site if you are here to scale some walls, and the underground systems in Wharfedale are about the same … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Wharfe Camp?
    RV, travel trailer and tent sites
    Arrive:  1 p.m. –  6 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
    On-park accommodation
    Arrive:  2 p.m. –  6 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Wharfe Camp? From $39.63 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.