Traditional Grass Tent Camping in Nidderdale | Yorkshire Dales

Unplug and escape to our peaceful, 3-acre traditional grass camping field at Breaks Fold Farm. Located in the heart of the stunning Nidderdale National Landscape, our working hill farm offers a relaxed, back-to-nature atmosphere right on the 3 Dales Trail route. It is the perfect scenic base for hikers, cyclists, families, and solo travellers looking to explore the beautiful Washburn Valley and nearby Thruscross Reservoir.

Our Grass Camping Pitches

Our spacious grass field operates on a first-come, first-served basis, allowing you to pick your own perfect spot to pitch up. To protect the peaceful, rural atmosphere of our farm, our grass pitches are strictly reserved for:

• Traditional Tents (separate bookings required for multiple tents)
• Roof Tents & Tentboxes
• Small, short-wheelbase campervans (e.g., standard VW campers with regular driveaway awnings)

Please note: We do not accept large motorhomes or caravans on our grass field. If you require a completely flat pitch or electricity, please view our Electric Hook-Up Pitches.

Arrival & Departure Times (2026 Season)

We are open for the 2026 booking season from 1st May. As a busy working farm, we kindly ask that you plan your journey around our strict operating hours:

• Check-in: 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM (Late arrivals or walk-ins past 8:00 PM are strictly not accepted)
• Check-out: By 11:30 AM - If you wish to stay later please book an extra night. 

Modern On-Site Facilities

Enjoy a comfortable, hassle-free stay with access to our newly built, modern amenities:

• Premium Shower & Toilet Blocks: Private, individual wet-room style family showers and separate male/female facilities, all deep-cleaned regularly.
• Information Hut & Kitchen: Equipped with 3 indoor washing-up sinks, alongside a shared fridge and freezer that is free for guests to use.
• Connectivity: Free basic on-site Wi-Fi available across most of the camping field, plus secure, chargeable phone charging lockers.
• Waste Disposal: Chemical waste emptying station (suitable for green fluid only; no wood pellets).

Campfires, BBQs & Evening Essentials

There is nothing better than sitting under our dark valley skies by a warm fire. Raised barbecues are highly welcome on site. While we do not allow open ground fires, we come around the field every evening between 6:00 PM and 7:00 PM offering essentials directly to your pitch:

• Fire Pit Hire (£12.00): Includes a fire pit, a bag of fuel logs, and firelighters for your entire stay (top-up logs are £10.00). Only farm-supplied logs and pits are permitted.
• Campfire Extras: Disposable BBQs, charcoal, marshmallows with toasting sticks, and magic colour-changing Mystical Fire packets!

Campsite Rules & Etiquette

We take pride in keeping our farm a quiet, respectful getaway for everyone. Please review our main site guidelines before booking:

• Peace & Quiet: We expect all guests to respect fellow campers and keep noise to an absolute minimum, especially after 10:00 PM. We do not accept large single-sex groups or parties.
• Dogs Welcome (£3.00/night): A maximum of 2 dogs per party are allowed, but they must be kept on a short lead at all times across the site—no exceptions.
• No Day Guests: To protect the security and space of our booked campers, day visitors are not permitted on the site.
• Accessibility Note: Due to the naturally sloping Yorkshire landscape, we currently do not have dedicated disabled facilities, though we are happy to assist where possible. Our electric pitches sit closest to the main facilities.
• Fire: In the event of extremely dry conditions we may ban fires on-site for the safety of customers and the surrounding countryside. 

2026 Pricing Summary

• Standard Grass Pitch: From £22.00 per night (Includes 2 Adults and 1 Car)
• Hikers / Cyclists / DofE: From £10.00 per night (No car access)
• Children (Aged 1–15): From £5.00 per night (Under 1s stay free)
• Extra Vehicles: £3.00 per night (May be asked to park on hardstanding during wet weather)
• Special Discounts: Solo traveller discounts and Freedom Camping Club "3 for 2" vouchers are accepted during off-peak windows.

Grass Camping Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Do we need to book our grass tent pitch in advance?
A: Yes, pre-booking online via our secure system is essential. We are a busy, active working farm and do not accept unbooked walk-ins or arrivals past 8:00 PM under any circumstances.

Q: Can we have open campfires on the grass field?
A: Open ground fires are strictly prohibited to protect our farm pastures. However, we hire out raised fire pits every evening between 6:00 PM and 7:00 PM, which include a bag of fuel logs and firelighters for £12.00. Only farm-supplied fire pits and logs may be used.

Q: Are motorhomes or large caravans allowed on the grass pitches?
A: No, our grass camping field is strictly reserved for traditional tents, roof tents, and small short-wheelbase campervans (like standard VW campers). If you have a larger touring unit or require electricity, please book one of our dedicated Electric Hook-Up pitches.

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