Campsites near Scarborough

Sandy beaches and seaside fun reign at this Yorkshire Coast resort.

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Farsyde Farm

15 units · Motorhomes, Tents3 acres · Whitby, North Yorkshire, North East England
A small farm campsite with sea views, close to Robin Hood’s Bay
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Roe Deer Meadow

11 units · Glamping, Tents2 acres · Filey, North Yorkshire, North East England
A small and super-friendly rural campsite close to Yorkshire’s east coast
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Bickley Rigg Farm Glamping Wagons

4 units · Glamping200 acres · Scarborough, North Yorkshire, North East England
With a private valley, formed in the last ice age, acres of land and woodland to explore, our farm has a very special feeling which has been mentioned by every visitor. Occupied by some beautiful wildlife, including buzzards and owls, deer, badgers and foxes. The Wagons have a grass roof, firepits, sleep 4 (in double bunk format), they are hand-made from reclaimed materials salvaged from the local town and other areas, double skinned and insulated with sheeps wool. They have a 2-ring gas-burner in the cute kitchen area, dining table and seating, and are the perfect home away from home. All the decor is vintage, including cuttlery, crockery and even the childrens teddy's. Being on the doorstep of Dalby Forest, there are hours of entertainment to be had. You can follow the stream at the bottom of the valley to the River Derwent or venture into the surounding woods. We can provide a guest pass (free access) for Dalby Forest. The Wagons are not powered by electricity and are romantically lit by candles and oil lamps. Heated by cast iron gas heaters.
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Wold Farm Caravan and Camping Site

4 units · Motorhomes2 acres · Filey, North Yorkshire, North East England
A cliff-top, Yorkshire paradise for bird lovers
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Woodsworth Exploring

10 units · Tents10 acres · Ilkley, West Yorkshire, North East England
Traditional camping in our 10 acre broadleaved woodland. Located in Oakworth in the heart of the Bronte countryside. Family friendly, you can feel safe knowing cars are only permitted in the car park so your children can run free within the woodland. Park up in the carpark near the site entrance then grab your gear and the staff will guide you to a suitable pitch for your requirements. Wheelbarrows are available to help carry your gear through the woods. Love nature? Then you’ll love this site. It’s back to basics proper camping here! We have a drinking water standpipe, we now have flushing toilets and hand wash sinks in our new toilet block. Our pitches are well spaced from one another and well sized, however, smaller tents (and/or hammocks) are recommended as our whole site is woodland there are trees within pitch areas, so we only have limited places to put large tents. Please tell us your tent size when booking so that we can get the best pitch for you. Dogs welcome. Fires allowed. We do a fire induction with everyone and charge for a fire licence, this includes if you want to bring your own firepit and wood. The reason for this is to manage the risk of forest fires and damage to the ecology so we need to put you on a suitable pitch if you wish to have a fire. We are doing all we can to improve the ecology of the woodland, so for this reason there is no burning of deadwood allowed, as rotting wood (big logs and little sticks) are fabulous for the woodland ecology.
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Humble Bee Farm

23 units · Glamping1 acre · North Yorkshire, North East England
Camping or ‘wigwaming’ on a pretty and very child-friendly farm among the Yorkshire Wolds
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Catgill Farm Camping & Glamping

153 units · Glamping, Tents1 acre · North Yorkshire, England
Family camping and glamping on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales and a stone's throw from famous Bolton Abbey
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Wolds Walk Glamping

2 units · Glamping50 acres · Pickering, North Yorkshire, North East England
Dog-friendly and family-friendly glamping with a fabulous view along the Yorkshire Wolds Way.
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Nearly-wild camping @ Heggs Farm

1 unit · Tent136 acres · Reeth, England
Get back to basics and immerse yourself in the joy of simple living with a nearly-wild camping experience @ Heggs Farm, Arkengarthdale--part of a collaborative, 200-acre renaturing project, spanning the northern tip of the Yorkshire Dales National Park. Stretching from the wooded banks of the Arkle Beck, up to the dizzying heights of Fremington Edge, our site is a wonderfully biodiverse and off-the-beaten path spot, offering adventure-loving families and small groups the chance to unplug completely, and get a taste of no-frills camping, the way mother nature intended. What's more, every booking is for exclusive use of the camping area by you and your group, guaranteeing you a truly unique (and undisturbed) experience. Why Heggs? Get a taste of 'wild-camping' with a few bare bones facilities: Pitch up where you like, make the most of a private firepit cooking area, and enjoy our compost loo with a view. Our remote, no-frills site is the perfect intro to simple living; yet sits close enough to 'civilisation' to hike out for picnic supplies, and/or a pub dinner. Reconnect with nature through wholesome, unplugged activities: Fill your days with poo sticks, pebble skimming, and foraging for kindling. Spend your evenings playing scrabble by torchlight, identifying owl calls, and marvelling at the constellations in our Dark Skies conservation area. No wifi = no distractions. Explore endless routes right from the doorstep: Arkengarthdale is one of the Dales' most beautiful yet undiscovered valleys. Multiple bridleways and footpaths connect Heggs to Reeth and Langthwaite, running along both sides of the Arkle Beck, and up the slopes of Fremington Edge. Part of the adventure is getting here: Our walk/cycle-in camping area is all part of the magic of our tucked-away site. Free bag transfer is available from the nearest on-road parking spot to the farmhouse; and the camping area lies a further 200m along a rough grass track. Every stay plants trees, literally: All profits from nearly-wild camping support our ongoing habitat restoration as part of the Heggs-Castle renaturing cluster. Enjoy the 'feel-good' factor as you roam free across the site and explore our latest woodland creation areas. Find out more at heggscastlecluster.org. What's included/provided with my booking? -Exclusive use of the camping area for you and your group (up to a max of 8 people), including compost loo and firepit with grill. -Access to weatherproof cow byre HQ for storage of camping equipment, including bikes. -1 x wheelbarrow load of firewood, with kindling and natural firelighters (more can be bought on site). -Unlimited potable water in canisters with taps. -Large Ghillie Kettle, firepit cooking utensils and heatproof gloves, biodegradable washing up liquid, washing up bowl, tea towels, first aid kit, fire extinguisher. -Bag transfer from/to the nearest on-road parking place on arrival and departure. Please pack everything else you need to sleep, cook, eat, and keep yourself and your equipment safe. Note too that the site is completely unlit after dark, there are no charging facilities, and phone signal can be spotty. Headtorches, camping lanterns, and portable battery chargers are all strongly recommended. Where can I stock up? Our local businesses would love your support! Award winning bread, cafe-quality ready meals, and Thursday night pizzas can be pre-ordered for collection at Two Dales Bakery; the Bike Centre is known for its incredible cake selection (and excellent rental service); Reeth Post Office sells the usual camping cupboard staples, as well as local milk, cheese and sausages; and Reeth's Friday morning market has all your meat, cheese, and fruit and veg supplies covered. For dining out, there are five pubs within easy-ish walking/cycling distance: The CB Inn, The Bridge Inn, The Black Bull, The King's Arms and The Buck. Ramsay’s Fish and Chip Van also visits Reeth between 4-6pm every Friday evening; you’ll find it parked up in Langhorne Drive. Finished reading and not sure it's for you? Search for our off-grid annexe on AirBnB for simple, off-grid living with a few creature comforts e.g. hot running water, a bed and a bath. This can also be booked in tandem with our nearly-wild camping area, subject to availability.
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Kip & Nook

6 units · Motorhomes250 acres · Darlington, England
Adults Only Camper van site! A modern take on camping, Kip & Nook welcomes all... from regular campers who enjoy being outdoors to guests who prefer a little more luxury in the new camper van site. Take your pick between the trusty standard pitch, supplied with water and electricity. Or if you want more, there are two ultimate pitches equipped with a luxury wood fired hot tubs (The Kip and The Nook). The Toilets and Showers are located at the top of the camper van site, so you won't have a long walk on a cold morning to take a shower! Wi-fi at the pitches and within the communal areas (The Workshop, Co Working Space, Shop) Electric and water supplied to the pitches The Workshop / Pizza Restaurant on site with Bar. The Workshop is such a cool venue which has a ping pong table, pool table and darts board! We serve coffees in the Workshop, you can enjoy these while sitting by the log burner! Yoga Studio, we have regular classes a week (4 at the moment) and we offer private yoga sessions for couples Lots of walks to do on site Dog Friendly
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White Peak Camping

10 units · Tents2 acres · Buxton, Derbyshire, East Midlands
Camping on a Peak District farm near the Monsal Trail
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Butt Farm, Beverley

30 units · Glamping, Motorhomes, Tents3 acres · East Yorkshire, England
A family-friendly campsite on a working East Yorkshire Farm just outside the market town of Beverley
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Campsites near Scarborough guide

Overview

If you can’t decide between coast and country for your next holiday in Yorkshire, how about Scarborough? One of the undisputed highlights of the Yorkshire Coast, Scarborough is everything you’d expect from a traditional English seaside resort, spread across two sandy beaches with North Riding Forest Park and the North York Moors at the backdoor. Think long sandy beaches, glittering illuminations and amusement arcades, and more family attractions, ice cream vendors, and fish-and-chips shops than you can handle. Throw in a 12th-century castle, a traditional steam train, and some of Yorkshire’s best camping options from beachfront caravan parks to tranquil farm campgrounds, and you’ve got yourself the perfect destination for a summer camping trip.

When to go

Scarborough is at its sunny best in the summer months, but be prepared to brave the crowds (and book ahead) if you want to camp by the beach in July and August. The shoulder months of late spring and early autumn make a popular alternative, and you’ll still have a good chance of sunshine in May, June, and September. But let’s be real—we’re not in the tropics here, so pack some warm clothes and an umbrella whenever you choose to visit.

Things to do in Scarborough

Scarborough’s seaside is where you’ll find most of the town’s entertainment, from the South Bay’s harbour and Spa Theatre area to the North Bay’s Sealife Centre. Separating the two is Scarborough Castle, which has a history stretching back 3,000 years—and fantastic sea views. Visitors can find donkey rides, ice cream kiosks, and fish-and-chip shops on both bays, but North Bay claims the beach huts. The North Bay Railway, a miniature railway whisking travellers the length of the bay, is also in the area, along with Peasholm Park’s boating lake and the Alpamare Waterpark.

For a walk on the wilder side, step out on the Cleveland Way National Trail, perhaps toward Burniston Bay where fossils are sometimes found. To the south, beyond the neighbouring resort of Filey, is Flamborough Head, a wilder stretch of coast great for kayaking, hiking, and birdwatching. Walkers, mountain bikers, and trail runners might also want to head to the North York Moors National Park or Dalby Forest, part of the North Riding Forest Park. Here, more than 70 miles of trails provide plenty of chances for exploration and there’s a tree-top adventure park too.

Where to go

North Riding Forest Park

Just a short drive inland from Scarborough, the dense woodlands of the North Riding Forest Park blanket the southern foothills of North York Moors. Check into a glamping pod, pitch your tent at a country campground, or park your campervan on the outskirts of the park, then go hiking in Dalby Forest, mountain biking at Dixons Hollow, or get your adrenaline pumping at the Go Ape treetop adventure park.

North York Moors

Less than an hour’s drive from Scarborough lands you in Yorkshire’s windswept wilderness—the vast North York Moors National Park. Miles of hiking, biking, and horseback riding trails lead the way to heather-covered moorlands, rambling woodlands, and sweeping vistas, and campers and glampers are spoiled for choice.

Cleveland Heritage Coast

Stretching north of Scarborough all the way to Saltburn-by-the-Sea, the Cleveland Heritage Coast is home to North Yorkshire’s most impressive coastal scenery. Head to Whitby for crisp coastal walks and Dracula-inspired fun, discover the smugglers’ coves of Robin Hood's Bay, then explore miles of rocky coastline and sandy beaches.

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