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Baldersby, Thirsk, North Yorkshire

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Venus is an adult only, small site set in the Yorkshire countryside and located just off the A1. This peaceful, eco friendly site is perfectly located, with easy access to Thirsk, Ripon and Harrogate, as well as the North York Moors and Yorkshire Dales. Tents, campervans and caravans can choose a grass pitch with or without electric, or park your caravan or motorhome on a fully serviced hardstanding pitch, all enjoying countryside views.

Why you'll love it at Venus


Adult only, friendly and peaceful site nestled in the Yorkshire countryside

Perfectly located for exploring the area, with easy access to the A1, Thirsk, Ripon and Harrogate

Choose a grass or fully serviced hardstanding pitch, all well maintained and with countryside views

About the site


Owned by Sarah and Stan Murray and enjoying a secluded countryside location, Venus is a peaceful, back to basics site - perfect for an overnight stopover or countryside getaway. Choose from electric or non electric grass pitches, suitable for tents, trailer tents, roof tents, campervans and caravans. There are also hardstanding pitches, all fully serviced with 10 amp electric, water and grey waste disposal. Each pitch is clearly marked with plenty of space to relax and enjoy the countryside views. Don't forget your four legged friends! Pets are welcome with responsible owners and there are lots of options for local walks and dog walks off site, plus there's a designated dog walking area close by. Please note that the site does not accept families or groups of four or more people together.

Venus is open from 4th April until 28th May. Grass pitches are then open from 13th June to 14th September and hardstanding pitches from 13th June to 2nd November.


Facilities and amenities

Accessible facilities

Adult only

Allow commercial vans

Allow pets on site

Café / restaurant / takeaway

Drinking water

Family friendly

Fires allowed

Shop

Showers

Toilets

WiFi

Dog exercise area

Electric hookups

Freezer

Fridge

Peaceful

RV pitches

W.C. disposal

Water hookups

The site has toilets and hot showers, as well as a fridge freezer for campers to use and a pot wash with hot water. There is also an enclosed dog walk close to the campsite.

There are several pubs within a ten minute drive and further dining options can be found in nearby Thirsk, a 15 minute drive away. There is a small shop within a five minute drive and you'll find bigger supermarkets in Thirsk.


Map and address

Park address

Venus,

Bordercot, Ripon Road, Baldersby, Thirsk, North Yorkshire, YO7 4PS

Coordinates

54.1989, -1.4592 | SE 35 78

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Venus is ideal for...

Couples

Duke of Edinburgh Award

Peace and quiet


There are 26 accommodation options on-site

Non electric pitches

10 x Non Electric Grass Pitches

Max 3 people

Grass pitches measuring 6m x 6m without electric hookup, suitable for tents, trailer tents, roof tents, campervans, caravans and motorhomes.

Camping at sunset

11 x Electric Grass Pitches

Max 3 people

Grass pitches measuring 8m x 8m with 10 amp electric hookup, suitable for tents, trailer tents, roof tents, campervans and caravans.

Quiet pitches in the sunshine

5 x Fully Serviced Hardstanding Pitches

Max 4 people

Hardstanding pitches for caravans and motorhomes, all fully serviced with 10 amp electric, water and grey waste.



Interested in staying at Venus?

Unfortunately Venus doesn't share their availability calendar with us yet. Availability changes quickly, especially in summer, so we recommend enquiring by phone to avoid missing out.


Arrivals after 1pm. Departure by 11am.

Dogs should be kept on leads at all times and exercised off-site.

BBQs are welcome in the rally field and on hardstanding, please use breeze blocks in the field to raise your BBQs.

Dogs welcome, one included in the pitch price. No breeds are under the Dangerous Dogs Act.

Please respect other campers regarding noise levels after 10pm.

Minimum three-night stay on bank holiday weekends for fully serviced and grass electric pitches.

Please note that Steel pegs are required on fully serviced pitches.

No commercial vehicles without prior consent

No generators allowed at all

Only breathable ground sheets are allowed on grass pitches


Things to do on site and in the Thirsk area

You'll be perfectly placed to explore the towns of Thirsk and Ripon here, both a 15 minute drive away. The towns of Harrogate (35 minutes) and York (55 minutes) are also easily accessible. Walkers, ramblers and cyclists won't want to miss taking in the views in the North York Moors (20 minutes) and Yorkshire Dales (35 minutes), both within easy reach.

History enthusiasts will enjoy Mother Shipton's Cave, Newby Hall and Ripley Castle, all within 25 minutes away. You're also just a 50 minute drive from the historic Castle Howard House and Gardens.

Other local attractions include:

  • The World of James Herriot (15 minutes)
  • Lightwater Valley Theme Park (20 minutes)
  • Black Sheep Brewery (20 minutes)
  • Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal (20 minutes)
  • Ripley Castle and Gardens (20 minutes)
  • Brimham Rocks National Trust (30 minutes)

Interested in staying at Venus?

Unfortunately Venus doesn't share their availability calendar with us yet. Availability changes quickly, especially in summer, so we recommend enquiring by phone to avoid missing out.

The listing for Venus was last updated on April 25th, 2025 at 3:20 PM

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