Middlehead Huts is the perfect place to just switch off and unwind, set amongst six acres of forest you can head out on long countryside walks spotting rabbits and deer! You'll be staying in an adult only, ensuite shepherd's hut that is equipped with everything you will need including a Smart TV, WiFi, wood burner, and a hot tub! There is a fishing lake onsite and for days out Pickering is a 20 minute drive and Whitby 40 minutes.

Why choose Middlehead Huts

Bespoke, ensuite adult only shepherd's huts in the North York Moors National Park

Dog friendly glamping with woodland walks, a fishing lake and just 20 minutes to Pickering

Fully equipped huts with Smart TVs, WiFi, kitchenettes, and private hot tubs!

About the site

This adult only glamping site is home to three bespoke shepherd's huts that were built by the team onsite and equipped with everything you'll need for a comfortable stay. With an onsite fishing lake, woodland walks on your doorstep and Pickering just 20 minutes away this is the perfect place to relax and unwind. The shepherd's huts all feature French doors which lead you into open-plan living spaces and can accommodate up to two adults, an adult and a child or two adults and an infant with a double bed and sofa. Bedding is provided so no need to worry about this when packing! Inside you'll find a dining bench with a Smart TV above for enjoying your favourite show or film in bed or snuggled up on the sofa. There is also an equipped kitchenette with an oven, hob, microwave and a fridge with a freezer compartment. Crockery, utensils and pans are all provided. Separated from the main area of the hut is your ensuite bathroom with your shower, sink, loo, heated towel rail and shaver point. Towels are provided too. In the cooler months you have a wood burner to keep you toasty with fire lighters and logs provided, and in the summer months, there is an air conditioning unit to keep you cool! Spend evenings in the hot tub gazing up at the starry night sky with the site set in a Dark Sky reserve. The shared conservatory houses books and games for you to use plus a patio with sun loungers for unwinding outside. Pickering and Whitby are both within easy driving distance for a day at the coast or days mooching around the shops. One dog is permitted per shepherd's hut and with the six acres of woodland on your doorstep you won't be short of walks to take them out on! You are welcome to bring a BBQ just please ensure that it is raised from the ground.

Middlehead Huts is open from 01/01 to 30/09. Stay from £115/night for 2 people (2-night minimum).

What facilities are at Middlehead Huts?

Accessible facilities

Allow commercial vans

Allow pets on site

Café / restaurant / takeaway

Drinking water

Family friendly

Shop

Showers

Toilets

W.C. disposal

WiFi

Adult only

Fishing

Glamping

Hot tubs

Open year round

Peaceful

Each shepherd's hut is fully equipped with an ensuite with a loo, shower, basin and heated towel rail. There is also a wood burner and a kitchenette with an electric oven, induction hob, combined oven/microwave, and a fridge with a freezer compartment. Bedding and towels are included. You will be provided with a starter pack for the wood burner too.

There is access to WiFi and a selection of books, games and DVDs in the conservatory. Here, there is also a washer and dryer free to use. There is also electric vehicle charging available. All guests will have access to a private hot tub!

There is also a well-stocked fishing pond onsite that you're welcome to use if you have a license.

If you need to pop to a shop and pick up any bits for dinner there is a Lidl and Co-op in Pickering, just a 20 minute drive away. If you would prefer to dine out there is a pub a ten minute drive from the site.

There are 3 accommodation options on-site

Bookable pitches and accommodation options

Shepherd's hut with jacuzzi electric hot tub and fire pit

3 x Shepherd's Huts with Hot Tubs (Dog Friendly)

Max 2 people

Furnished with a double bed, bedding, towels, sofa, dining area, Smart TV, log burner and kitchenette with fridge, oven, microwave and hob. Ensuite with shower, loo, sink and heated towel rail. Outdoor hot tub, seating and fire pit. Dog friendly.

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Great for a getaway

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Chelsea M

Shepherd's Hut - Shepherd's Huts with Hot Tubs (Dog Friendly)Jan 2026

Was nice to take some time to relax away from the children, a well deserved parents break.

Ramble and Relax

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Emma F

Shepherd's Hut - Shepherd's Huts with Hot Tubs (Dog Friendly)Aug 2025

We had an excellent two nights at Middlehead Huts. The hut was really clean, hot tub was running when we arrived, and self check-in meant our arrival was smooth, and we didn't have to speak to anyone if we didn't want to. The location is quite remote, which is great if you're a walker or rambler. Quite a bit of the surrounding area is over grown, so if your out walking, be prepared for this. There are so many North York Moors pathways and bridal paths to follow. Local town, Pickering, is a 20mins drive and has everything you need, including excellent fish and chips!

Site's response

Thank you for your lovely review So pleased you enjoyed your stay on our site. The Forestry paths and land, you do have to be prepared for.

Excellent stay

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Clare E

Shepherd's Hut - Shepherd's Huts with Hot Tubs (Dog Friendly)Apr 2025

Very quiet and peaceful stay. Very relaxing with the hot tub, which was clean and already on and ready for our arrival. The forest next to us was beautiful. The hut itself was very clean and most things are supplied, even dressing gowns. The bed was clean, fresh and comfy, with good Wi-Fi connection if needed. Pickering only a shot drive away for day out. We took our 10 year old dog with us and he loved it, just chilling next to fire pit. we look forward to returning and would recommend.

Site's response

Thank you so much for a fab review! We hope to host you again soon!!

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What time is check-in and check out at Middlehead Huts?

Self check-in is available from 3pm until 7pm. Please let the site know if you're delayed. Departure is due anytime before 10am on your last day.

Is Middlehead Huts dog-friendly?

Yes, your pups are more than welcome to join you for your stay with one dog allowed per shepherd's hut.

Does Middlehead Huts allow BBQs and campfires?

If you're after dinner al fresco, BBQs are allowed but please just make sure they're raised off the ground. Sorry, campfires are not allowed.

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Are bedding and towels included at Middlehead Huts?

Yes, bedding and towels are provided making for a hassle-free stay.

Facilities

Is there WiFi at Middlehead Huts?

Yes, WiFi is available.

Can I fish in the pond at Middlehead Huts?

Yes, if you have a license you're more than welcome to fish in the site's well-stocked fishing pond!

A note from the site themselves...

If you want peace and tranquility and a totally relaxed away from it all feeling, then Middlehead is the place for you. At Middlehead with it's surrounding forest, wildlife, cycling tracks, walks and natural beauty, it cannot fail to please. A lovely place to be and even better to call it a work environment.

Never a day passes when something happens that surprises you. It could be Geese that suddenly drop into the pond and decide to stay and produce chicks. It could be Moorhens that decide to come and again breed. The occasional Roe deer coming into the field to say hello and even better a Red Stag so majestic in their beauty.

Middlehead Huts is ideal for...

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Things to do on site and in the Pickering area

This is just the place for those wanting to switch off, unwind and relax in peaceful surroundings with the nearest town a 20 minute drive away. There are six acres of woodland next to the site which you can head out on walks and spot rabbits, squirrels and deer!

For those who enjoy a spot of fishing there is a well-stocked fishing lake onsite with carp, tench, perch and gudgeon. Do note that to fish you must have a license.

Hop in the car for 20 minutes to Pickering and jump on the North Yorkshire Moors steam railway for a trip through the national park or spend your time mooching around the shops, visiting the museums or visiting the Monday markets.

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