Sleningford Watermill Caravan and Camping Park
4.87 /5
Sleningford Watermill Caravan and Camping Park is an award-winning, 20 acre park on the banks of the River Ure, near the Nidderdale Area of Oustanding Natural Beauty. The site welcomes tents, tourers and RVs across spacious grass pitches with the option of electric. Providing a peaceful haven for guests and a refuge for wildlife, the site has been awarded the David Bellamy Conservation Gold Award with plenty of countryside walks nearby too!
Why you'll love it at Sleningford Watermill Caravan and Camping Park
Featured in our 2024 Outstanding Sites list of reliably excellent camping, glamping, and touring sites
Peaceful site on the bank of the River Ure with access for canoeing and fishing
Just a 15 minute walk from the village of West Tanfield with charming country pubs
Nestled five minutes from the Nidderdale AONB and the Lightwater Valley Family Adventure Park
About the site
This 20 acre site is tucked beside the beautiful River Ure, with a historic mill. Within easy reach of the Yorkshire Dales and Nidderdale Area of Outstanding Beauty, the site is perfectly situated for getting out and enjoying walks, exploring cycling trails and days on the water. All of the grass pitches onsite welcome tents, caravans, campervans, motorhomes and RVs, with up to six guests allowed per pitch. There are 43 non electric situated on one side of the island with two more private electric pitches which stand alone at the front of the mill. Across from the watermill are a further 45 grass pitches which are all electric. These pitches are spread across the Watermill, Horseshoe, Oak Tree, Long Meadow, and Mole End areas, each at least 10m wide and varying in length. Trailer tents, caravans, campervans, motorhomes and RVs also have the option of one of the electric hardstanding pitches. The is a stand alone pitch tucked away in the courtyard, along with seven riverside pitches which are near the amenity block, facing out on to the river. A well-equipped, self catering holiday flat is also available, sleeping up to four without pets. The park is a haven for wildlife and there are plenty of nature activities for children to enjoy while they are on site. There are also seasonal pitches for caravans and motorhomes in two areas on site. If you want to cook up a BBQ, they are welcome onsite but must be raised from the ground. Please note, open fires are not permitted. A maximum of three dogs are allowed per pitch at an additional cost but please ensure they are kept on the lead at all times.
"Relaxing river to listen to and a beach of sorts for the kids to play at"
Steven J
"It was absolutely faultless. The facilities were very clean and tidy, the owners were wonderful"
Leah P
"From the warm welcome to the beautiful location I was blown away"
Lydia F
"Perfect if you're looking for peace and tranquillity"
Joe B
"What a gem this campsite is"
Sue M
Sleningford Watermill Caravan and Camping Park is open from 01/04 to 31/10.
There are 103 accommodation options on-site
Bookable pitches and accommodation options
45 x Standard Non Electric Grass Pitches (Island's Riverside Meadow)
Max 6 people
Grass pitches without electric on one side of the island, in a free-pitching area. Suitable for tents, caravans, campervans, motorhomes and RVs.
48 x Premium Electric Grass Pitches
Max 6 people
Grass pitches with electric across the Watermill, Horseshoe, Oak Tree, Long Meadow, and Mole End. Pitches are at least 10m wide and vary in length, suitable for tents, trailer tents, campervans, caravans, motorhomes and RVs.
2 x Premium Electric Hardstanding Mill Pitches
Max 6 people
Stand-alone hardstanding pitches with electric in front of the historic watermill building. Suitable for trailer tents, campervans, caravans, motorhomes and RVs.
River View Electric Hardstanding Pitch
Max 1 people
Hardstanding pitch set back from the river with uninterrupted views and electric hook up.
Premium Electric Courtyard Hardstanding Pitch
Max 1 people
A standalone hardstanding pitch with electric, set in a private area away from the water in the courtyard. Suitable for trailer tents, caravans, campervans, motorhomes and RVs.
6 x Premium Electric Riverside Hardstanding Pitches
Hardstanding pitches in a linear arrangement facing out onto the River Ure, offering river views. These pitches are also close to the amenity block with accessible facilities. Suitable for trailer tents, caravans, campervans, motorhomes and RVs.
4.87 /5
98%
would recommend
First adventure in our motorhome
Recommends site
Tracey M
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Absolutely stunning location,fantastic weather, spacious pitch, superb shower facilities. Our 3 grandchildren loved canoeing on the river - albeit being pulled along on a rope by a very brave grandad. Very friendly owners. Excellent information room with dvds for adults and children, games and books. Nature at it's best. We will be back.
Site's response
Thank you for leaving such a lovely review, We are so pleased that your family enjoyed their stay. Hope grandad has recovered from his adventure too and we hope to see you again soon at Sleningford. Vicky , David and the Team
Great campsite
Recommends site
Liana S
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Brilliant campsite with gorgeous scenery. Plenty of clean facilities and warm showers! Super lovely staff. Great for fishing & paddle boarding.
Site's response
Thank you for leaving us such a great review! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay and enjoyed the river at Sleningford. We hope to see you again very soon. David, Vicky and the team.
Lovely, quiet riverside site
Recommends site
Peter R
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This was my first visit to this site and I wasn't disappointed. A rare outing in my caravan by myself, so I was on a non electric pitch right beside the river that I picked after talking to the lady in reception, who said I could pitch anywhere in my designated area. This is a lovely well kept, clean and tidy site, with a lovely friendly lady on reception who was very helpful. My only reason for giving the facilities, that were very clean and with plenty of hot water in the showers, 4 stars, is because of the actual size of the shower cubicles. I'm slightly built and the cubicles are small. Additionally, there is only one hook on the door to hang clothes, towel etc. This site is easy to get to and not far from a couple of pubs, Masham and Ripon. Will definitely stay again.
Site's response
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a extremely positive review. We do have an additional facilities block which have 2 more generous showers. We really appreciate all feedback about our site and are so glad you had a great time with us. Really hope to see you at Sleningford again soon. Vicky, David and the Team
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