Heptonstall Camping

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Flat and open site
Flat and open site
View towards the church
Site entrance
Walk to hebden bridge from heptonstall
Deer in the next-door field
Poet sylvia plath's grave in heptonstall graveyard
Heptonstall village
View across the valley to stoodley pike
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View towards the church
Site entrance
Walk to hebden bridge from heptonstall

  • Scenic, well-drained flat field on the edge of Heptonstall
  • A 20-minute walk to Hebden Bridge; Hardcastle Crags 10 minute's drive
  • Simple dog-friendly pitches; pubs, café and shop a short walk away
When you’re taking on the Pennine Way or filling your days exploring the likes of Hardcastle Crags, it's quite likely that you’ll be in the mood for a good feed and a decent drink at the end of the day. It's handy indeed, then, that Heptonstall Camping is one of those places where you can be out and about in proper countryside by day and then in the village pub come evening time. This simple and open site is right next to the Pennine Way with excellent views up towards Hardcastle Crags, so it’s no surprise to hear that it’s a great spot for walking, hiking and bike rides. And thankfully it’s also a great spot for those post-exertion treats – the site is on the edge of the hilltop village of Heptonstall, a short walk from its convenience store, excellent café and two pubs (both serving up good meals). For more options on all fronts, it’s a 20-minute walk down the hill to Hebden Bridge (with a bus service for the way back if you don’t fancy the climb). Pitches at Heptonstall Camping are on a well-drained and pleasingly flat field with good access from the road. It’s a ‘wild-style’ camping setup here, so please note there are no toilets or showers on site, and you’ll need to be self-contained on that front. You’ll be allowed to bring a barbecue along to cook your meals (please note no open fires, however) and dogs are welcome on site too.

Site type

Tent pitches 3
Motorhome pitches 5
Open all year
Opens
Please note
  • This site has no on-site shower facilities.
  • 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).
  • Group bookings of 2 or more units (e.g. tent, touring caravan, motorhome or accommodation hire) travelling together are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • Bookings must not consist of more than 2 different households.
  • There is no reception on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.

Languages spoken

English

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Reviews

9.4

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PeacefulWalkers' paradiseWild camping

94% would recommend this site to a friend

94% would stay here again

What customers say

Peaceful, spacious site with stunning views, close to Heptonstall & Hebden Bridge. Good pitches, friendly owner sharing local info. Basic facilities (water, portaloo), though some noted no bins. Great value, highly recommended.

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Great location for exploring Heptonstall.

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Andrea D.

Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch

Liked Friendly relaxed well-kept site with a beautiful backdrop of the local hills. Heptonstall is a gem of a place. Highly recommend stopping here to explore the local area

Disliked No bin. Not a big deal though.

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Lovely simple site. With beautiful views…

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Tracey R.

Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked Lovely simple site. With beautiful views and walks. Portable toilet is cleaned 5 times a day.

Disliked Nothing

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Anonymous

Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch

Liked Anthony (host) was very helpful & pitches were large & flat. Bus to and from Hebden Bridge quite regular & local village pub was good & only 2 mins walk.

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Lovely little hidden gem. Love everything…

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Anonymous

Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked Lovely little hidden gem. Love everything about the simplicity of this site. Its becoming my regular bolt hole.

Disliked Absolutely nothing to dislike about this lovely place.

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Simple back to basics camping as…

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Jo B.

Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked Simple back to basics camping as it should be. Lovely village. Beautiful views and a brilliant host.

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A great site, with fabulous views and a friendly farmer.

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Glen B.

Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch

Liked This is a no frills site, and we loved it. The views are out of this world. The farmer is a lovely character and very happy to help with any local information or issues.

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James M.

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Liked Friendly guy came to see upon arrival. Kept portaloo clean with regular visits

Disliked Not the site's fault but cars flying past and parking up near by blasting thumping music through the night

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Anonymous

Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked Liked how the pitches are separated and how big the pitches are

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Basic but ideal for a no fuss pitch up. Close to points of interest.

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Paul N.

Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked Great location. Quiet and no fuss

Disliked N/a

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Great campsite

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Caroline L.

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Liked Basic campsite with portaloo toilet.

Good sized pitches, nice views.

Area is stunning.

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Features

Portable toilet

Pop-up campground

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 restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area TV room Take away Tennis Watersports

Amenities on site

Bath available Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Picnic table Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

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

Rules

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

Themes

Peaceful Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wild camping Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearby Shop nearby

Type

Pop-up campground Small (11-25 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Climbing nearby Cycling nearby Horse riding nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby

Location

Heptonstall Camping

Crosshills

Smithwell Lane

Heptonstall

Hebden Bridge

West Yorkshire

England

HX7 7NX

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

53.75158°N
2.02572°W

Nearest transport

Coach
11.5 km Halifax Bus Station
14.7 km Bus Station
14.9 km Bus Station
Rail
1.9 km Hebden Bridge Rail Station
3.9 km Mytholmroyd Rail Station
6.4 km Todmorden Rail Station
Airport
27.4 km Leeds Bradford International Airport
46 km Manchester Airport Terminal 2
46.3 km Manchester Airport Terminal 1

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

Before setting off anywhere else, it’s worth taking a little wander around Heptonstall, visiting the museum and the church, where you can see poet Sylvia Plath’s final resting place in the graveyard. Meanwhile, down in Hebden Bridge (20 minutes' walk) you can poke around in independent shops and take a walk or cruise along the Rochdale Canal. Heading out into the countryside, you should certainly stop by for a walk along the many miles of paths at National Trust - Hardcastle Crags (10 minutes’ drive), in the grounds of a historic 19th-century mill. Bridestones Moor (10 minutes), Stoodley Pike (15 minutes) and Lumb Hole Falls (20 minutes) are some of the other local hotspots to seek out for a good walk. Up in Haworth (25 minutes), you can learn about the lives of the famed authors at the Brontë Parsonage Museum before taking a ride on the Keighley & Worth Valley Railway. For a family day out, try Eureka! The National Children’s Museum (half an hour), full of all sorts of interactive exhibits.

Must see

Bronte Parsonage Museum 9.9 km

Halifax Ski & Snowboard Centre 11 km

Eureka! The National Children's Museum 11.7 km

East Riddlesden Hall (NT) 16.7 km

National Media Museum 18.3 km

National Trust

Hardcastle Crags 1.1 km

East Riddlesden Hall 16.6 km

Marsden Moor Estate 17.8 km

Gawthorpe Hall 18.7 km

Malham Tarn Estate 40.1 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

Hebden Vale - Heptonstall Moor - Heptonstall 0.9 km

Hebden Dale - Hardcastle Crags - New Bridge 1 km

Todmorden - Erringden Moor - Charlestown - Todmorden 4.6 km

The Gorple and Widdup Reservoirs 6.5 km

Todmorden Edge - Lumbutts - Mankinholes - Charlestown - Blackshaw Head 6.6 km

Local events

  • Harrogate Autumn Flower Show (Friday, 19 September 2025 – Friday, 19 September 2025)

    Ripon, England 42.5 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.

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Heptonstall Camping have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Heptonstall Camping dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Heptonstall Camping? Before setting off anywhere else, it’s worth taking a little wander around Heptonstall, visiting the museum and the church, where you can see poet Sylvia Plath’s final resting place in the graveyard. … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Heptonstall Camping?
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Heptonstall Camping? From R353,58 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.