Woodland camping near Thornton Steward

98% (134) • 195 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Thornton Steward

1. The Black Swan

100%

(26)

48km from Thornton Steward · 3 units

Our three, brand new wood and canvas yurts are nestled in our private, woodland hotel garden beside the beautiful conservation (SSSI) river of Scandal Beck. Just a short drive from The Lake District, The Yorkshire and Durham Dales as well as The Scottish Border, we are perfectly located for you to explore. The yurts themselves are individually decorated with full size furniture, electricity and double beds. The yurts are all located in the garden of The Black Swan Hotel, Ravenstonedale, a multi award-winning hotel, restaurant and bar; recipient of 2 AA Rosettes as well as AA pub of the year for England 2018/19. As part of your stay in our yurts you will receive a full cooked breakfast and buffet option included in the price for 2 people in our hotel restaurant. We like to think of ourselves as a cosy home from home with a relaxed dining atmosphere throughout. We are very dog friendly in the hotel, restaurant, bar and yurts so please bring your furry family members. Our beautiful woodland is also home to red squirrels (which are seen daily), protected, freshwater crayfish in the river, an otter (seen very infrequently but the nemesis of our ducks), 6 Indian runner ducks, free range chickens and our two cockerels! (Dogs are very welcome but are to be kept on a lead whilst in the woodland itself). We are very dog friendly and charge an additional fee of £15 for 1 dog/ £20 for 2 dogs for an additional cleaning fee and for some dog friendly goodies such as poop bags and treats. The price of this yurt is based on an occupancy of 2 people. Any other people who will be staying on the sofa bed will add a charge of £40 per person per night for breakfast and their stay. All yurts come with electrical battery pack, chargeable lanterns, tea/coffee, homemade biscuits, log burning stoves, towels, full breakfast included from the hotel, an outdoor seating area and access to our outdoor toasty warm woodland shower as well as our very cute, wooden toilet cabin. Hairdryers are available in the hotel for your use.

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£136

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Copy House Hideaway

2. Copy House Hideaway

100%

(67)

50km from Thornton Steward · 2 units

Luxury shepherd's huts with wood-fired hot tubs and an adjoining log cabin for extra space

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£146

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Woodsworth Exploring

3. Woodsworth Exploring

98%

(68)

50km from Thornton Steward · 12 units

Nearly wild woodland camping in West Yorkshire’s Bronte country

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£30

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Trawden Forest Glamping

4. Trawden Forest Glamping

100%

(13)

56km from Thornton Steward · 3 units

Grown-up pod glamping on a woodland site in Lancashire

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£80

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Fairy Bell Wood

5. Fairy Bell Wood

100%

(11)

60km from Thornton Steward · 1 unit

An off-grid yurt in a private woodland between the Lakes and the Dales

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£119

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The Damson Shepherd's Hut

6. The Damson Shepherd's Hut

98%

(60)

74km from Thornton Steward · 1 unit

A shepherd's hut for two in the lesser-known Lyth Valley, four miles from Lake Windermere

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£110

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Woodman's Huts

7. Woodman's Huts

99%

(58)

83km from Thornton Steward · 3 units

Beautiful handmade shepherd's huts in the heart of the picturesque South Lakes

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£135

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Humble Bee Farm

8. Humble Bee Farm

100%

(15)

87km from Thornton Steward · 20 units

Camping or ‘wigwaming’ on a pretty and very child-friendly farm among the Yorkshire Wolds

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£110

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Ewe Love Camping Pods

9. Ewe Love Camping Pods

98%

(108)

90km from Thornton Steward · 3 units

Modern Lake District glamping pods among the trees, with exceptional views of Blencathra

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£90

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Moss Side Farm Campsite

10. Moss Side Farm Campsite

94%

(131)

95km from Thornton Steward · 25 units

Small-scale farm camping in the South Lakes, with campfires, wildlife and fine views

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£25

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Hazel Mount Fellside

11. Hazel Mount Fellside

98%

(49)

99km from Thornton Steward · 5 units

Nearly wild camping on the western edge of the Lake District overlooking the Duddon Estuary

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£25

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Baystone Bank Farm Campsite

12. Baystone Bank Farm Campsite

96%

(150)

100km from Thornton Steward · 37 units · Tents, Motorhomes

Lake District camping on a working farm with a stream to splash in, campfires encouraged and a horse-riding centre on the doorstep

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£25

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Secret Wood Glamping

13. Secret Wood Glamping

95%

(21)

112km from Thornton Steward · 1 unit

A private woodland and stream all to yourself, with one spacious bell tent and a hot tub beneath the stars

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£170

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Gollin Farm Shepherds Hut

14. Gollin Farm Shepherds Hut

100%

(16)

120km from Thornton Steward · 2 units

Cosy and romantic shepherd's hut glamping in the heart, and at the highest heights, of the Peak District National Park

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£125

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Peak Pods

15. Peak Pods

100%

(43)

123km from Thornton Steward · 4 units

Family-sized en suite glamping pods in the Peak District

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£97

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Lincolnshire Lanes

16. Lincolnshire Lanes

93%

(15)

131km from Thornton Steward · 28 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping

Old-fashioned family fun on a child-friendly campsite in rural Lincolnshire

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£21

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Chilled Out Adult Only Glamping

17. Chilled Out Adult Only Glamping

100%

(32)

134km from Thornton Steward · 5 units

Lakeside glamping on the edge of Delemere Forest and a 10-minute train ride from Chester

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£96

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Intake Farm

18. Intake Farm

98%

(64)

138km from Thornton Steward · 7 units · Tents, Glamping

Quirky glamping and nearly wild camping on a farm in Staffordshire

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£15

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Beirhope Alpacas

19. Beirhope Alpacas

98%

(137)

139km from Thornton Steward · 8 units

A small, off-grid campsite with alpacas in the historically rich southern Scottish borders

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£20

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Cliff Stud Retreat - Ski Lodge

20. Cliff Stud Retreat - Ski Lodge

44km from Thornton Steward · 1 unit

A 220 acre estate set within the traditional market town of Helmsley in. The North Yorkshire Moores. Two cosy cottages which sleep five people and three luxury lodges that sleep two each, set in a private forest. The cottages are ideal for families and we accept your four legged family members. The lodges are ideal for adult only escapes to the country.

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£158

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98% (134) • 195 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Thornton Steward

The Black Swan

44km from Thornton Steward · 1 unit

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£158

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Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

Emily

February 2026

Weekend Trip to Fairy Bell Wood

Ste and Emily's yurt was so relaxing for our winter getaway. We absolutely loved the wood burning stove and the hob was just enough for us to cook inside. We also loved that the yurt was located in between the Lakes and the Dales! We were able to get in a hike in on both days we were there! Would highly recommend! Thank you Ste and Emily for a lovely stay!

Lisa

February 2026

Tent

Weekend Trip to Woodsworth Exploring

Lovely site, friendly staff, excellent toilet and water facilities. Will be back in the summer.

Tommy

January 2026

Tent

Weekend Trip to Baystone Bank Farm Campsite

2nd camp here lovely place and views Showers, toilets are clean Lovely little shop and cafe onsite Beautiful horses

Yadman

January 2026

2 nights at Peak Pods

We had a lovely stay. The pod was cozy, well-organized, and perfect for a relaxing getaway. We would happily recommend it to friends.

Duco

September 2025

2 nights at Peak Pods

The pod was nice, clean, and well-maintained, and although four pods were located in a row, it felt very private, largely due to large open field in front. Excellent location to visit Haddon Hall, less than 5 min drive.

Duco

September 2025

Tent

2 nights at Hazel Mount Fellside

We loved camping at Hazel Mount Fellside. The view was stunning and it felt more like a piece of nature with some scattered campsites than the opposite, which you most often find. Ruth was a very nice and welcoming host.

natasha

September 2025

Weekend Trip to Fairy Bell Wood

We stayed in the yurt at Fairy Glen Wood and it was just perfect. It had everything we needed for a relaxing little retreat peaceful, comfortable, and surrounded by nature. We really enjoyed our stay and would definitely love to come back!

Yunus

September 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Woodsworth Exploring

Great experince of almost woodland camping. Well organised and very helpful staff. Very handy for local attrcations. Thanks had a wonderful short stay.

Sacha

September 2025

With kids

Weekend Trip to Peak Pods

Beautiful, quiet spot with only four cabins. The cabin was clean and well equipped. Would definitely stay again

Kinga

September 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Beirhope Alpacas

Absolutely amazing stay at Beirhope Alpacas. You can tell that Lynne has set everything up with love and care. Alpacas are a cherry on top of everything else. My 4 year old twins cried when leaving because they wanted to live there. We definitely found a new yearly visit place ❤️

Jennifer

September 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Beirhope Alpacas

This Alpaca farm is an absolute must visit. Unfortunately we were only here for 1 night but what a visit! This specific pitch is the middle one 1 of 3 that are in front of the Alpaca/Sheep fields and we couldn't have asked for better neighbours. Lynne was extremely helpful upon our arrival and offered help with anything if it was needed...which it was when I realised I had the mattress but not the stopper to keep it inflated! She came to my rescue with cushions to sleep on which was over and above as far as I'm concerned. We were provided carrots to feed the animals that evening and my son (4yo) loved feeding Harry the goat and between him and his friends it was a game to see who could feed Houdini before Harry got in the way 🤣 This morning my son was scheduled to feed the alpacas and whilst he was initially nervous he warmed up on the walk and confidently clapped Deeno. This site is a bit off the road but take it easy and enjoy the scenery. Beirhope Farm is in a pretty stunning part of the country and I would 100% recommend a visit to anyone looking for everything you need on a camping trip. If you forget anything she has everything covered, including an honesty 'larder' for the snacks or bits and pieces that you've forgotten. Stunning! We will be back.

Kerry

September 2025

3 nights at The Damson Shepherd's Hut

I absolutely loved it here . It was my own piece of heaven ❤️

Kathy

August 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Beirhope Alpacas

We stayed in Phil’s Patch for just one night on our way north. Lynne offered us a warm welcome. We had our own private enclave in the trees. Posh composting toilets and everything well thought out. Wish we’d used the unique shower!

Isabelle

August 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Woodsworth Exploring

Such a lovely spot. Very idyllic and private. Pitches were a decent distance from each other which was really nice - it was nice knowing other people were around but having your own private space. Dog friendly, which was brilliant - camped for the first time with our boy. He didn't like the owls! We will be back!

Melissa

August 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Woodsworth Exploring

We had a wonderful time at Woodsworth Exploring - our kids loved camping in a woodland, and it is well-looked after and beautiful. You do have to walk in with your gear, but they provide wheelbarrows for you to use. Emma was very responsive and helpful. We thoroughly enjoyed our visit and hope to come back sometime soon!

Paulette

August 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Beirhope Alpacas

The surroundings are truly beautiful, scenic, calm and peaceful. Lynne has ensured that everything a camper needs is close at hand. The pitches are well spaced out and on good solid terrain. Clean, accessible facilities, well maintained. Adorable alpaca herds literally over the fence. A wonderful retreat, we will definitely return. Lynne is simply lovely and has hit the nail on the head with this site.

Nova

August 2025

Tent

2 nights at Hazel Mount Fellside

We were lucky enough to get the site for ourselves for this trip and it was absolutely magical. the land and its views are so beautiful, it’s the first campsite i’ve been to that felt connected to the land it was on :’) ruth’s passion for the place shone, and all of the animals are so cute and special and it was so peaceful being there

Elma

August 2025

With kids

Weekend Trip to The Black Swan

Initially I wasn’t sure taking the lantern to do your (compost) toilet trip of 1.5 minutes but it worked as long as your mind doesn’t run wild in the dark when you’re on your own! But it all adds up to the whole experience of glamping without running water and electricity in the yurt. I loved the hot shower outside (I also used it to wash my hands after using the toilet), the sound of the stream, the hares who were very elusive, the log burner and the pub breakfast (included in the booking) and the pub food. I had to leave very early, it was still pitch black and I looked at the sky, it was magical with the stars and I even thought I could see 1-2 galaxies; I’m probably exaggerating but it was that clear without the light pollution. I loved the whole experience! Thank you!