On the southern fringes of the Yorkshire Dales, Crakemoor Campsite offers a scenic, almost wild camping experience. Located on a rural farm, you will be surrounded by resident animals and walking trails. There are 40 non electric grass pitches, welcoming tents and roof tents. For days out, the site is within 15 minutes of Settle, Malham Cove and Janet's Foss Waterfall, with Skipton 25 minutes away too. Dogs are also welcome!

Why choose Crakemoor Campsite

In the Yorkshire Dales, within 25 minutes of the Forest of Bowland and Nidderdale National Landscape

Simple, back to basics campsite on a rural farm with animals and countryside views

Within a 15 minute drive of Settle, Malham Cove, Janet's Foss Waterfall, pubs and shops!

About the site

Located on a rural, working farm where you can meet the resident animals, which include sheep and cattle, and escape the crowds. It's a 15 minute drive to the village of Malham, which offers traditional pubs (serving food) and the Malham National Park Visitor Centre which offers local guides. The site offers almost wild style camping, with 50 spots for tents and roof tents, each allowing up to six guests. Dogs can join you for your stay too, with one pup permitted per pitch. Evenings can be spent cooking up a BBQ, just please ensure it is raised from the ground. You can source provisions in the village or head to the market town of Settle (20 minute drive) for a wider choice of supermarkets, eateries and pubs.

Crakemoor is open for the May bank holidays, weekends from June 20th until 27th July and is then open for August.

"This campsite was absolutely perfect and I felt so safe"

Aimee B

"A nice detox away from the rest of the world"

Alicia H

"The site has the most amazing views, including sunset and sunrise"

Carolynne F

What facilities are at Crakemoor Campsite?

Accessible facilities

Allow commercial vans

Allow pets on site

Café / restaurant / takeaway

Drinking water

Family friendly

Shop

Showers

Toilets

W.C. disposal

WiFi

Peaceful

Wash up area

The facilities are basic with two toilets, one shower and a washroom with washing up facilities.

The Victoria Inn is a ten minute drive away for meals out. If you want to pick up local produce or any essentials, Town End Farm Shop is within a ten minute drive too.

There are 50 accommodation options on-site

Bookable pitches and accommodation options

50 x Non Electric Grass Pitches

Max 6 people

Spacious unmarked grass pitches without electric. Suitable for tents and roof tents only.

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Aimee B

Small Tent - Non Electric Grass PitchesAug 2025

Booked for 1 night as my first ever solo camping trip! I was understandably a bit nervous going out on my own but this campsite was absolutely perfect and I felt so safe. Will definitely be booking again for hopefully longer next time. Facilities were basic but clean, the view was stunning, would absolutely recommend.

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Alicia H

Large Tent - Non Electric Grass PitchesAug 2025

Amazing and easy camp, lots of space and unreal views. A nice detox away from the rest of the world. Would recommend to anyone!!

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Darren R

Medium Tent - Non Electric Grass PitchesAug 2025

Tucked out the way along a farm track with magnificent views of The Dales. Limited facilities with 2 toilets and 1 shower and 1 basin for washing up, gets a bit crowded and waiting times can be long at busy periods. Although advertised as not, there is drinking water on site. Proper country site on working farm, sheep and cows nearby. Nice relaxed atmosphere, would defo go again.

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Site rules

What time is check-in and check out at Crakemoor Campsite?

Check-in is available from 2:30pm until 7:30pm, please let the site know if you are going to be delayed. Check out is due before 11am on your last day.

Is Crakemoor Campsite dog-friendly?

Yes, one dog is permitted to join you for your holiday, please just ensure dogs are kept on a lead and not left unattended.

Does Crakemoor Campsite allow BBQs and campfires?

BBQs are welcome as long as they are raised from the ground, but sorry no campfires.

Does Crakemoor Campsite allow groups or pitches being booked together?

This site caters for families and couples only, and does not accept group bookings of 4+ pitches, this includes no hen and stag parties.

Does Crakemoor Campsite have a quiet time or noise policy?

Yes, the site operates quiet hours between 10:30pm and 7am.

Pitches

Does Crakemoor Campsite allow awnings, gazebos or pup tents?

Gazebos are welcome for a small fee, just please add this on when you are booking. Sorry pup tents and awnings are not accepted.

Can I park near my pitch at Crakemoor Campsite? Or Is there parking adjacent to the pitch?

Yes, you are welcome to park beside your pitch.

Facilities

Is there WiFi at Crakemoor Campsite?

No, sorry there is no WiFi at this site to encourage time away from screens!

Does Crakemoor Campsite have a shop onsite?

No, sorry there isn't a shop onsite but there is a farm shop within a ten minute drive.

Is there a restaurant or cafe at Crakemoor Campsite?

No, there isn't a restaurant/cafe onsite but there is a pub within a ten minute drive away.

What's nearby

What are the nearest public transport links to Crakemoor Campsite?

The closest train station is in Settle or Hellifield, both a 20 minute drive from site.

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A note from the site themselves...

We had a family wedding here in 2022, and after a beautiful day and many guests telling us we should share the location and views with everyone,e that is what we are aiming to do.

It is located on our working family farm in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales, which has been passed from generation to generation. If you're lucky, you will be able to see the sheep and lambs in and around the campsite.

Crakemoor Campsite is ideal for...

Couples

Older children (13+)

Peace and quiet

Things to do on site and in the Skipton area

Just a 15 minute drive away is Malham Cove, a unique rock formation. You can walk up to the top using stone steps and enjoy amazing views. At the top, there's a rocky area called a limestone pavement, which was featured in a Harry Potter film!

Janet's Foss is also within 15 minutes, a pretty waterfall in the woods. When the weather is warm, you can enjoy a spot of wild swimming in the pool.

Skipton is around 25 minutes from the site. Here you can explore a range of shops and eateries, along with Skipton Castle and the Embsay and Bolton Abbey Steam Railway.

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