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Buckden Camping

4.7 (77 reviews)

Just off the Dales Way, against a backdrop of steep, untamed hillside and within sight of the River Wharfe in its infancy as it winds down through picturesque limestone scenery. Dotted by ancient stone barns and drystone walls, this simple site is a perfect place to pitch up and revel in the glory of Wharfedale. A Certified Caravan & Camping Club site.

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At the heart of picturesque Upper Wharfedale, not far from the source of the river, our working farm in the village of Buckden is owned by the National Trust and has been tenanted by us, Garry and Gillian Schofield, since 1994.

We provide camping at two locations around the farmhouse hub facilities; a Certified Location Caravan & Camping Club site with hard standing for five units accessed through the Yorkshire Dales National Park Car Park, meadowland tent pitches close to the river Wharfe and Dales Way footpath behind the farmhouse, and four comfortable, heated family Camping Pods.

With stunning walks to take your breath away, we promise you fresh air and fun. Waterfalls, limestone wonders, secluded ghylls are on hand along with a host of tourist attractions to visit within easy driving distance, so there is always plenty to see and do.

Just off the Dales Way, against a backdrop of steep, untamed hillside and within sight of the River Wharfe in its infancy as it winds down through picturesque limestone scenery dotted by ancient stone barns and drystone walls, this simple site is a perfect place to pitch up and revel in the glory of Wharfedale.

Our separate heated shower pod and pot wash area comes with a power shower and 2 w/c’s. There is further w/c, shower and pot wash facility available in the farm yard along side our camping kitchen which provides a fridge, freezer and kettle for your use.

Introducing our heated camping pods - No more flapping guy ropes and crawling under wet canvas, this is glamping! Each pod sleeps up to 5 people, for the ultimate in easy camping. Spacious and secure, the pods are insulated wooden huts which provide warm and cosy accommodation whatever the weather. The roofing material is designed to eliminate noise and enhanced by natural sheep wool insulation, it ensures the pod is warm in cold weather and cool when it gets hot!

Just bring what you’d normally bring for camping – except the tent! Cook outside* and enjoy breakfast, lunch or dinner on the decking while you admire the fabulous view and enjoy the glory of the dale around you.

Our two acre site with a gentle slope offers five pitches suitable for Camper Vans and we can also take two caravans, all with electric hook-ups.

In a stunning setting at the bottom of a picturesque ghyll walk, this simple site is a haven for anyone wanting to escape the hurly burly of town or suburb life and get close to nature. The surrounding hills are breath-taking and this spot is your springboard to exploring a world that is truly unspoilt by the passage of time. (You do need to be a Camping & Caravan Club member to camp on this part of the site, but you can always join through us when you arrive for your stay)

Availability

Standard tent pitch (Includes first car)

  • Max 1 pet
  • Caravans
  • Motorhomes
  • Campervans
  • Tents
  • Folding caravans
  • Trailer tents
  • RVs
  • Fifth wheels

Camping pitches are suitable for tents to a max of 5.9m. Your tent and any additions need to fit within your allocated pitch space.

Standard pitch price based on 2 adults and 1 car. An additional car can be added to your booking at £5 per night.

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Large tent pitch (Includes first car)

  • Max 1 pet
  • Caravans
  • Motorhomes
  • Campervans
  • Tents
  • Folding caravans
  • Trailer tents
  • RVs
  • Fifth wheels

Camping pitches are suitable for tents 6m and over to a max of 8m. Your tent and any additions need to fit within your allocated pitch space.

Large pitch price based on 2 adults and 1 car. An additional car can be added to your booking at £5 per night.

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Small hiker tent pitch without car

  • Max 1 pet
  • Caravans
  • Motorhomes
  • Campervans
  • Tents
  • Folding caravans
  • Trailer tents
  • RVs
  • Fifth wheels

Hiker pitches are suitable for tents. Your tent and any additions need to fit within your allocated pitch space.

Standard pitch price based on 2 adults.

Features

Hikers with tents only
Grass pitch
Pet Friendly
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Galloway pod (Includes first car)

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 bedroom
  • Max 1 pet

Sleeps 2 Adults and 3 Children or 3 Adults and 1 Child. Camping mattresses, kettle and fridge are included.

Freezer available for your use in our Camping Kitchen.

Maximum 1 dog.

No more flapping guy ropes and crawling under wet canvas, this is glamping! Just bring what you’d normally bring for camping – except the tent. Cook outside* and enjoy breakfast, lunch or dinner on the decking while you admire the fabulous view and enjoy the glory of the dale around you.

Features

2 Adults & 3 children or 3 Adults & 1 Child
Camping pod
Camping mattress
Kettle
Fridge
Decking
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Whitepark pod (Includes first car)

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 bedroom

Sleeps 2 adults and 3 children, or 3 adults and 2 children. This pod is pet free.

Camping mattresses, kettle, and table included. Fridge and freezer are available for your use in our Camping Kitchen.

No more flapping guy ropes and crawling under wet canvas, this is glamping! Just bring what you’d normally bring for camping – except the tent. Cook outside* and enjoy breakfast, lunch or dinner on the decking while you admire the fabulous view and enjoy the glory of the dale around you.

Features

2 Adults, 3 Children or 3 Adults', 2 Children
Camping mattress
Kettle
Table
Fridge & freezer (Camping kitchen)
Decking
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Highland pod (Includes first car)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 bedroom
  • Max 1 pet

Sleeps 2 Adults and 2 Children, or 3 Adults and 1 Child. (You could always bring a camp bed to squeeze a third little one on).

Sleeps 2 Adults and 2 Children, or 3 Adults and 1 Child. (You could always bring a camp bed to squeeze a third little one on) Camping mattresses, kettle, and table included. Fridge and freezer are available for your use in our Camping Kitchen.

No more flapping guy ropes and crawling under wet canvas, this is glamping! Just bring what you’d normally bring for camping – except the tent. Cook outside* and enjoy breakfast, lunch or dinner on the decking while you admire the fabulous view and enjoy the glory of the dale around you.

Features

2 Adults & 2 Children or 3 Adults & 1 Child
Camping mattress
Kettle
Table
Fridge & freezer (Camping kitchen)
Decking
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Swaledale pod (Includes first car)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 bedroom
  • Max 1 pet

Sleeps 2 Adults and 2 Children, or 3 Adults and 1 Child. (You could always bring a camp bed to squeeze a third little one on)

Sleeps 2 Adults and 2 Children, or 3 Adults and 1 Child. (You could always bring a camp bed to squeeze a third little one on) Camping mattresses, kettle, and table included. Fridge and freezer are available for your use in our Camping Kitchen.

No more flapping guy ropes and crawling under wet canvas, this is glamping! Just bring what you’d normally bring for camping – except the tent. Cook outside* and enjoy breakfast, lunch or dinner on the decking while you admire the fabulous view and enjoy the glory of the dale around you.

Features

Camping mattress
Kettle
Table
Fridge & freezer (Camping kitchen)
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77 Reviews

All reviews featured on Campstead.com have been submitted by genuine customers who have stayed at the park.


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August family camping

Martin, Richard - 09/09/2026

5

Perfect site in a lovely quiet area. The very local Buck Inn was good for food/beer.

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Solo hiker overnight stay

Cooper, Alice - 06/09/2026

5

Very friendly hosts and excellent facilities. I especially enjoyed the shower in the outhouse- brilliant pressure and temperature. Kitchen facilities were also really good. Walking distance to the pub. What more could you need!

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Excellent!

Butler, Sarah - 04/09/2026

5

Perfect campsite! Clean and quiet, with modern facilities. An excellent pub over the road, others in walking distance and being on the Dales bus route, makes Buckden really well sited for lots of Dales adventures whilst still being remote and peaceful.

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Perfect!

Wilson, Sally - 04/09/2026

5

The kind of campsite we love - unfussy, quiet, cracking location, lovely welcome. Awesome walks on the doorstep and a couple of handy local pubs.

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B

Really peaceful site. Fabulous facilities. Would highly recommend.

Blacker, Suzanne - 02/09/2026

5

Really great campsite. Superb facilities.

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Relaxing quiet site

Ellinas, Julie - 01/09/2026

4

A beautiful and quiet site, suitable for relaxation and hikes. Very friendly and helpful staff. Clean facilities and a well-maintained kitchen area made a great impact for a short stay. Hot showers and clean toilets at all times. Great value for money, with spacious pitches and wooden seating/tables available.The local pub was brilliant for information, coffee, and great food.A very small amount of toilets for the size of the campsite, but it was fine on a quiet weekday. Access to buy milk and eggs would be helpful as the village shop is closed for refurbishment.

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Great site for Dales Way walkers, fab facilities.

Lidstone, Carol - 30/08/2026

5

Large field for campers, quiet location close to Dales Way. Excellent shower which also had a hairdryer. Microwave, kettle & fridge available in outbuilding. The pods looked great too. Recommended.

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Another stay, excellent.

O'Brien, Steve - 30/08/2026

5

Another great stay,. Deffo come be back. Noe stayed 4 or 5 times highly reccommend.

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Warm welcome: very comfortable pod

Lyon, Anna - 29/08/2026

5

The lady who welcomed me was very warm, friendly and helpful. The pod was comfortable and well equipped. The shower was excellent! Small, friendly and very nice.

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Just what i was looking for

Weatherell, Steve - 29/08/2026

5

Peaceful and friendly. Well organised. Value for money. Nice fellow guests. Beautiful area. Great walks

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Summary

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100% would stay here again

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