Heptonstall Camping

View prices & book 9.4 43 reviews
Flat and open site
Flat and open site
Plenty of space
Lots of sppace between pitches
Lots of space
View towards the church
Site entrance
Beautiful views
Walk to hebden bridge from heptonstall
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Plenty of space
Lots of sppace between pitches
Lots of space

  • 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 be for more than 10 consecutive nights.
  • 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 2 different households.
  • There is no reception on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.
  • Fires, barbecues and/or firepits will not be permitted in dry, windy and/or hot weather conditions.

Languages spoken

English

Pitch types & availability

Accommodation

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2 adults
0 children
Other pitch types

Reviews

9.4

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PeacefulWild campingWalkers' paradise

93% would recommend this site to a friend

93% would stay here again

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Arrival date (latest first)

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

Don't go, I want the place all to myself!

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Kyle L.

Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked This is a lovely site, in a fab bit of the world, with stunning views of the dales. It is very nicely laid out, with trimmed roadways and pitch up areas, which are nicely spaced out and not too close together. The site owner is a very friendly chap, who will give you the points of interest of the local area. It is a no frills site, which suits me, as I am fully self sufficient, but there is a portaloo and a waterpoint for fresh water.

Disliked Absolutely nothing. Its a lovely place.

Spacious site. Friendly owner. Great location. Better than expected site. Previous reviews state…

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Chris B.

Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked Spacious site. Friendly owner. Great location.

Better than expected site. Previous reviews state there are no toilets but this is not the case anymore, there is a single porta loo along with a tap for water.

Exactly as described! It felt like wild camping which we love!

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Mathew J.

Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked The area is brilliant! Lots of walks and not far to walk into Hebdon Bridge! Some nice trails to explore and the old church was great! We liked a visit to the local pub and we walked the long way round back to camp site. The streets look great lit up with old street lights

Well priced for a simple grass pitches with amazing views

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Julie H.

Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked Loved the grass pitches clearly marked. The chemical toilet had hand washing facilities and the was as clean as possible. Owner was friendly and happy to share local information.

Disliked Nothing

No facilities so take your own.suited us

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Anonymous

Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked Beautifully positioned, helpful friendly owner, eat walk in to village

Disliked Nothing

Lovely and quiet Took my dog for his first time ever camping.…

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Anonymous

Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked Lovely and quiet
Took my dog for his first time ever camping. One other space was being used by a campervan

Exactly what it said it was on the tin

Site exactly as described. Owner very nice chap.…

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Cornelius S.

Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch

Liked Site exactly as described. Owner very nice chap.

Camped for the weekend with my Lurcher, Anthony was very helpful.

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Lisa C.

Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch

Liked Everything!
Nothing to dislike!

Ideal for camper vans or wildcamping

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Anonymous

Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked - Simple campsite, good views of the area.
- Clearly marked pitches.

Disliked - Entrance tucked away, better to access from the top of the main road.
- No toilets so bring a toilet tent or camper. Site says there is a 'toilet block' but it's just a water point.

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

  • Great Yorkshire Show (Tuesday, 8 July 2025 – Tuesday, 8 July 2025)

    Harrogate, England 43.1 km

  • Leeds Festival (Thursday, 21 August 2025 – Thursday, 21 August 2025)

    Wetherby, England 44.3 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.

Nearest sites

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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?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  Anytime –  Anytime
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Heptonstall Camping? From R361,28 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.