The Riverfront
- An ideal waterside setting by the River Ouse just outside of York
- Campervans, caravans, and motorhomes are all welcome
- With a range of houseboat, shepherd's huts and cabins onsite too
Site type
- Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
- The site does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. XL Bully, Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro) and/or any of the following: Staffordshire bull terrier, American Staffordshire terrier, Rottweiler, any Mastiff or Tosa.
- The site does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. XL Bully, Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
- No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- Facilities/activities including All Boat Hire and Beauty Salon are subject to extra charges payable on arrival.
- Entertainment and activities are available between 01/03 and 31/10.
- Bookings must not be for more than 28 consecutive nights.
- Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.
- The site caters for families (immediate members) and couples only - bookings from all other forms of groups are not accepted.
- Tents are not accepted at this park.
- At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.
- Units longer than 9 metres metres are not allowed.
- Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the site are unlit.
- Bookings must not consist of more than 3 different households.
- No gas barbecues allowed.
- No charcoal barbecues allowed.
- No electric barbecues allowed.
- If reception is closed on arrival: please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.
- The charging of electric vehicles is not permitted on site.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Sat, 01 Mar to
Pitch types & availability
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See nearby bookable sites(awning) electric grass and gravel touring pitch (maximum 7 metres)
6 people maximum
Wifi at the unit/pitch
Ground type: Grass and gravel
Pitch size: xxxxx
Arrival daysNo availability on our site
(awning) electric grass and gravel touring pitch (maximum 8 metres)
6 people maximum
Wifi at the unit/pitch
Ground type: Grass and gravel
Pitch size: xxxxx
Arrival daysNo availability on our site
Chestnut shepherd's hut
2 people maximum
Wifi at the unit/pitch
Arrival daysNo availability on our site
Electric grass and gravel touring pitch (maximum 7 metres)
6 people maximum
Wifi at the unit/pitch
Ground type: Grass and gravel
Pitch size: xxxxx
Arrival daysNo availability on our site
Electric grass and gravel touring pitch (maximum 8 metres)
6 people maximum
Wifi at the unit/pitch
Ground type: Grass and gravel
Pitch size: xxxxx
Arrival daysNo availability on our site
Honey Cabin cabin
2 people maximum
Wifi at the unit/pitch
Arrival daysNo availability on our site
(maximum 10 metres) electric grass and gravel motorhome pitch
6 people maximum
Wifi at the unit/pitch
Ground type: Grass and gravel
Pitch size: xxxxx
Arrival daysNo availability on our site
(maximum 11 metres) electric grass and gravel motorhome pitch
6 people maximum
Wifi at the unit/pitch
Ground type: Grass and gravel
Pitch size: xxxxx
Arrival daysNo availability on our site
(maximum 9 metres) electric grass and gravel touring pitch
6 people maximum
Wifi at the unit/pitch
Ground type: Grass and gravel
Pitch size: xxxxx
Arrival daysNo availability on our site
Primrose Cabin cabin
2 people maximum
Wifi at the unit/pitch
Arrival daysNo availability on our site
Rosebud cabin
4 people maximum
Wifi at the unit/pitch
Arrival daysNo availability on our site
The Ark 3 bedroom lodge
7 people maximum
No dogs allowed
Wifi at the unit/pitch 3 bedrooms
Arrival daysNo availability on our site
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Features
Dogs allowed
Leisure on site
Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site cafe On-site restaurant On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area TV room Take away Tennis Watersports Wild swimmingAmenities on site
Baby-changing facilities Bath available Car parking by pitch/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Local produce Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Picnic table Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowedThemes
Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearby Shop nearbyType
Small (11-25 pitches)Accessibility
Bathrooms: Large spacious shower Bathrooms: Large spacious toilet Bathrooms: Step-free access Bathrooms: Wheelchair accessible shower Bathrooms: Wheelchair accessible toilet Bathrooms: Wide doorways (over 30 inches/75cm) Disabled facilities Uneven terrain; gravel or loose mudNearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Restaurant nearby Watersports nearbyTouring and motorhomes
Seasonal pitches Tourer storage facilities Water hook-up points for tourersLocation
The Riverfront
Ferry Lane
Bishopthorpe
York
North Yorkshire
England
YO23 2SB
Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
53.92134°N
-1.08916°W
Nearest transport
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
Must see
York Racecourse 2.2 km
Clifford's Tower 3.8 km
York Castle Museum 3.8 km
York Dungeon 3.9 km
National Centre for Early Music 4 km
National Trust
Goddards Garden 2.3 km
Treasurer's House 4.6 km
Beningbrough Hall and Gardens 13.5 km
Nunnington Hall 32.4 km
Nostell Priory and Parkland 35.9 km
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
ROWNTREE PARK 3.1 km
YORK CEMETERY 3.5 km
Snickets, Ginnels and Walls of York 3.8 km
MUSEUM GARDENS, YORK 4.4 km
MOREBY HALL 4.5 km
Local events
- Leeds Festival (Thursday, 21 August 2025 – Thursday, 21 August 2025)
Wetherby, England 20 km
- Harrogate Autumn Flower Show (Friday, 19 September 2025 – Friday, 19 September 2025)
Ripon, England 27.3 km
- Harrogate Spring Flower Show (Thursday, 24 April 2025 – Thursday, 24 April 2025)
Harrogate, England 27.7 km
- Great Yorkshire Show (Tuesday, 8 July 2025 – Tuesday, 8 July 2025)
Harrogate, England 27.7 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.
Offers
Conditions apply - see pitch type section for details
Nearest sites
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Frequently asked questions
- Does The Riverfront have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is The Riverfront dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near The Riverfront? For more pubs, shops and local attractions, including York Races, York Designer Outlet, visit York (just 15 minutes away). Read more
- When can I check in and check out of The Riverfront?
Camping and touring Arrive: 1 p.m. – 5 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. On-site accommodation Arrive: 1 p.m. – 5 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. Later arrival times by prior arrangement
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