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Buckden Camping

4.7 (79 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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80 Reviews

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


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facitlities

Liebe, Anneke - 29/07/2026

5

Nice place, helpfull staff and a good shower! The Buck Inn opposite of the camping a very good place to eat.

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Small DofE Group

Freeman, Catherine - 25/07/2026

5

We booked in for a one night stay for DofE expedition. Having not stayed in Buckden before we weren’t sure what to expect but we were delighted by the campsite. Quiet and friendly with excellent facilities. Absolutely perfect for our needs. Thanks for having us to stay :-)

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Restful night in a Pod

Dingel, Tina - 25/07/2026

5

Stayed in one of their pods for a night while hiling the Dales way. What a lovely, quiet spot this was! Buckden is a pretty village and the Heber Farm ideally situated. I did not bring my camping gear and they mindly supplied a sleeping bag. The facilities were clean and well appointed, the village pub offered dinner and breakfast. Would definitely stay again!

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Quiet site with great facilities and pub opposite

Ramsden, Rebecca - 24/07/2026

5

A fairly small site with pods and camping around the back of a farm Very relaxed approach from the ownerNot many loos and showers but not queuing for long Fridge and freezer were really useful and I was able to pitch where I likedGreat!

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Ideal for Dofe camping

Wilson, Tarja - 24/07/2026

4

Girlhuiding Dofe camping- 14 girls. Used before and will return. Friendly, supportive.lovely location

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5th stay at Buckden in a pod. A lovely site. Well maintained and peaceful in a stunning setting.

Wheeler, Kate - 21/07/2026

5

We have been coming back every year to Buckden Camping for 5 years since finding it. It’s an immaculately maintained place with friendly owners. The breakfast trailer is a welcome addition to purchase some coffee and delicious bakes. We are returning in a few weeks. Stunning scenery and walks.

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Excellent Campsite

Digby, Ali - 20/07/2026

4

A short hop from the Dales Way walking route. Good facilities. Everything well explained/great signage provided.The kitchen facility was very useful.

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Beautiful campsite

Waldek, Mary - 18/07/2026

5

We had a wonderful night at Buckden. The setting is beautiful and the facilities superb. The shower was sooo good ! We can highly recommend and definitely plan to return, hopefully for a few nights next time.

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Beautiful place

Haigh, Emma-Louise - 16/07/2026

5

This was my second time visiting but this time we camped and not in one of the pods. Great facilities, great hosts, fab location. Told my friends about it and they have already booked to stay. Lots of pubs around to eat, you do need to book as they get booked up fast. Take a trip to semer water only 30minutes drive it’s a fab lake to paddle board on.

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Wonderful campsite

Ricketts, Simon - 16/07/2026

5

Small but perfectly formed campsite in the Yorkshire dales. Even when busy felt quiet with nice pitches. Toilets and showers in good condition and a great location right in the heart of the village with pub, river, and walks right on the doorstep

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Summary

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100% would stay here again

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