Wagtail Park

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Aerial view of the site
Aerial view of the site
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Fishing lake

  • Quiet site with fishing lake on the outskirts of York
  • North Yorkshire Moors National Park and coast within an hour's drive
  • A 15-minute drive to York's museums, minster and shops
Wag your tails for this fab spot with a fishing lake: if you’re a fan of the art of waiting patiently for a bite by the waters, Wagtail Park in North Yorkshire will be a top berth for you. Its 10 acres of landscaped parklands include an angling lake stuffed with carp and perch, bream, roach and tench, and there are two tackle shops within a 10-minute drive. The other variety of wagging tail is welcome too, with dog-walking areas set aside around the site. For a break from fishing, the city of York is 15 minutes' drive away for tours of the medieval town, visits to the Jorvik Viking Centre and National Railway Museum and the Minster, as well as practical things like shops, pubs and innumerable places to eat. Attractions on the peripheries of York are easy to reach as well, such as the Yorkshire Air Museum (10 minutes) and 18th-century Beningborough Hall (20 minutes). The coast is around an hour’s drive away, and in between it and the site lie the 1500-odd square kilometres of the North Yorkshire Moors National Park. Get a taste as well as a trip back in time on the North Yorkshire Moors steam railway from Pickering (half an hour) to Whitby. Wagtail Park is fully accessible for disabled guests, with spacious wetroom showers; underfloor heating in the washrooms is a bonus appreciated by many, especially through the chillier months.

Campground type

Camper sites 30
RV sites 30
Lodges, cabins, pods or huts 4
Tent sites 10
Open all year
Opens
Please note
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.
  • Single-sex bookings of 2 or more people (couples and immediate family members excepted) are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • No bachelor/bachelorette parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.
  • Strictly no arrivals after 7pm.

Languages spoken

English

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0 children
0 dogs

Reviews

9.7

Overall rating from 137 Pitchup.com customers

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Child friendliness
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Cleanliness
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Wifi
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Peaceful

97% would recommend this campground to a friend

95% would stay here again

What customers say

Pristine, well-kept, friendly site with roomy spots & great facilities (modern restrooms). Praised for its quiet vibe, especially the fishing lake, & convenient York access (park & ride, shopping). Owners are welcoming & helpful. Minor notes on dishwashing, no WiFi, slight road noise. Highly recommended, guests plan to return.

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We booked a 2 night stay…

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Anonymous

Power optional grass travel trailer campsite

Liked We booked a 2 night stay at Wagtail Park and were not disappointed. The location is handy for all the York Park and Rides and the owner will point you to the right one suitable for your vehicle. The site was quiet with some cute added facilties. I particularly liked visiting the onsite Owls though one was a little shy. The site owner was friendly and really helpful with lots of local information and suggestions of places to visit. Next time we're in the area we'll be booking in Wagtail Park again.

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very sweet campsite near York. Everything…

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Anonymous

Power optional grass travel trailer campsite

Liked very sweet campsite near York. Everything is well kept and clean, with a fishing lake that makes the place special. Loved the showers!

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Very pleasant site with a relaxing…

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Darren J. 7 reviews

Power optional grass travel trailer campsite

Liked Very pleasant site with a relaxing vibe

Disliked Nothing

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Lovely clean park not too close…

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Nancy W. 1 review

Power optional grass travel trailer campsite

Liked Lovely clean park not too close to the next van.Great fishing lake with some big fish. Clean modern toilet block. Very relaxed and stress free.Very friendly owners and staff.
Also a beautiful walkway lights up at night to show the way to the toilet block.

Disliked Nothing

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great little site.

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Gary L. 1 review

Power optional grass travel trailer campsite

Liked Quiet, well laid out and very friendly.

Disliked No walking route to park and ride.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Clean ,friendly,well maintained with a well stocked lake

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 Lee H. 9 reviews

Power optional grass travel trailer campsite

Liked Everything

Disliked Nothing

Recommend to friends Visit again

Amazing place

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Anonymous

Power optional grass travel trailer campsite

Liked The owner made us feel very welcome, friendly, beautiful grounds, well looked after. Already booked to go back in september.

Disliked People letting the shower block doors slam close, no thought of the people around that area.

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Sehr zu empfehlen! Toller Campingplatz.

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Anonymous

Max tent width 2.5m power optional grass tent or trailer tent campsite

Liked 🇩🇪 Wir durften direkt am Anglersee parken und dort unser Zelt aufstellen. Nebenan gab es direkt eine Bank mit Tisch. Alles ist sehr sauber und der Betreiber war sehr sympathisch!

Disliked 🇩🇪 1 Stern Abzug nur für die Duschen, weil es noch minimal sauberer sein kann und ein Waschbecken nicht funktionierte. Das ist aber echt Jammern auf hohem Niveau.

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Definitely worth a visit

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Duncan M. 3 reviews

Power optional grass travel trailer campsite

Liked The site is spotless, good size pitches. Fishing lake is great and a stunning location.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Spacious pitch. Clean facilities. Friendly welcome.…

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Anonymous

Max tent width 2.5m power optional grass tent or trailer tent campsite

Liked Spacious pitch. Clean facilities. Friendly welcome. Handy for York by bike. Great shopping nearby.

Disliked Some road noise heard from our pitch. Didn’t affect our sleep!

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Features

Dogs allowed

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

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

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

Type

Medium (26-50 sites)

Nearby leisure

Fishing nearby Golf nearby Indoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby Tennis nearby

Location

Wagtail Park

North Lane

Huntington

York

North Yorkshire

England

YO32 9SU

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

53.99927°N
1.03163°W

Nearest transport

Bus
3.8 mi Rail Station Stop C
3.8 mi Rail Station Stop J
4.8 mi Stamford Bridge The Square
Rail
3.8 mi York Rail Station
5 mi Poppleton Rail Station
10.3 mi Hammerton Rail Station
Airport
27.2 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

If you’re fired up for walking more through this fab area of moors and heaths, take another railway trail: the tracks and engines have gone from the Goathland (50 minutes' drive) to Grosmont route, leaving a footpath for scenic strolls. The wider park is laced with trails of all lengths, taking walkers to landmarks like the White Horse hill carving at Kilburn, 40 minutes away, and the crags of Roseberry Topping, dubbed the Yorkshire Matterhorn. The views and emptiness of this area are endlessly impressive; for a contrast, see what humans can do with a trip round the Baroque splendour of Castle Howard (20 minutes). You can easily spend a day exploring the lakes and fountains, woodlands and walled gardens of this mighty estate even before you set foot inside the house. Over the moors, the sea beckons with Whitby an hour away for coastal walks, seal-spotting boat cruises and fishing trips as well as a museum devoted to its number-one son Captain Cook… and of course the ruined abbey that inspired Bram Stoker to write Dracula. At a similar distance and justifiably proud of its clifftop location, Scarborough draws visitors for its castle and beach, the traditional amusements of Luna Park fairground and the marine wonders of the SEA LIFE aquarium.

Must see

York Minster 3.2 mi

National Centre for Early Music 3.5 mi

YorkBoat Guided River Trips 3.5 mi

JORVIK Viking Centre 3.5 mi

York Castle Museum 3.6 mi

National Trust

Treasurer's House 3.2 mi

Goddards Garden 5 mi

Beningbrough Hall and Gardens 7.4 mi

Nunnington Hall 14.4 mi

Rievaulx Terrace 18.2 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

MUSEUM GARDENS, YORK 3.4 mi

YORK CEMETERY 3.7 mi

Snickets, Ginnels and Walls of York 3.9 mi

ROWNTREE PARK 4 mi

Battle of Stamford Bridge, 1066 5.3 mi

Local events

  • Leeds Festival (Thursday, August 27, 2026 – Thursday, August 27, 2026)

    Wetherby, England 16.8 mi

  • Great Yorkshire Show (Tuesday, July 14, 2026 – Tuesday, July 14, 2026)

    Harrogate, England 19 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 Wagtail Park have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Wagtail Park dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Wagtail Park? If you’re fired up for walking more through this fab area of moors and heaths, take another railway trail: the tracks and engines have gone from the Goathland (50 minutes' drive) to … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Wagtail Park?
    RV, travel trailer and tent sites
    Arrive:  1 p.m. –  7 p.m.
    Depart by:  noon
    On-park accommodation
    Arrive:  1 p.m. –  7 p.m.
    Depart by:  noon

    Please let the site owner know your arrival time by calling the telephone number 30 minutes prior.

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  • How much does it cost to stay at Wagtail Park? From $40.06 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.