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Clarion Lodge Campsite

100%

would recommend

Ilkley, West Yorkshire

HIGHLY RATED

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Set in rural Yorkshire with views of Wharfe Valley, Clarion Lodge Campsite is in a great location for exploring, with Leeds and Harrogate within a 25 minute drive. There are grass and hardstanding pitches with optional electric, welcoming tents and tourers. Or, opt for a cosy camping pod or stylish bell tent. The site is surrounded by scenic countryside, with a country pub just a 15 minute walk away. Dogs are welcome too!

Why you'll love it at Clarion Lodge Campsite


Small camping, touring and glamping site with views of the Wharfe Valley and surrounding countryside

Just a 15 minute walk from a country pub, a 25 minute walk from Menston Train Station

Within a 25 minute drive of Leeds, Harrogate, Ilkley and the Yorkshire Dales National Park

About the site


Located in the centre of the rural triangle between Leeds, Harrogate and Bradford, the site is surrounded by things to do. Menston Train Station is also only a 25 minute walk away with connections to nearby towns and cities! There are five non electric grass pitches for tents only, along with a further five grass pitches with optional 10 amp electric hooks ups that also welcome campervans. If holidaying in your caravan, campervan, motorhome or trailer tent, there are 15 optional electric hardstanding pitches, available for all year round getaways. There are two bell tents which are perfect for a memorable family getaway or a romantic countryside escape, with a double bed and the option of either a double or two single camp beds for little ones. All bedding is included, you will also be provided with rugs and blankets for extra warmth. The bell tents are furnished with fairy lights and cushions, you'll also have views over the Wharf Valley. The bell tents contain all the necessary crockery and cutlery you may need during your stay, as well as USB and USB-C ports for charging phones. Outside your tent is a fire pit, a BBQ rack, seating and a small table - perfect for nights in the open. If you want a cosy glamping stay, opt for one of the three cosy camping pods. Sleeping up to five, the pods include a super king and single bed platforms that can also be used as seating. Each pod includes lighting, electric, heating, a fridge, microwave, kettle, toaster, cutlery and crockery, plus the option to add bedding. Outside there is also a BBQ rack for if you wish to bring along your own disposable BBQs. You will also have one allocated parking space. Four-legged friends are welcome too, with up to two pups permitted per pitch and pod. For evenings spent onsite, BBQs and fire pits (approved by management) are allowed, just please ensure they are raised from the ground. A charming country pub is also only a five minute walk away if you want to dine out! Do note, the site is within the flight path of Leeds Airport so you may experience some noise from planes.

"Showers and toilets were very clean, as was the separate washing area"

Sue B

"Sally, the owner, was very helpful"

Michael S

"Lovely place, pub over the road, great views and so peaceful"

Jayne J

"A fab little kitchen with washing up liquid and cloths provided "

Heather B

"The campsite itself was very clean and all facilities needed were included"

Kerry R

Pods and hardstanding pitches are open all year, and the grass pitches are open from April to December.

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Facilities and amenities

Accessible facilities

Allow commercial vans

Allow pets on site

Café / restaurant / takeaway

Drinking water

Family friendly

Shop

Showers

Toilets

W.C. disposal

Electric hookups

Fires allowed

Glamping

Near pub

Open year round

Peaceful

Site facilities include a male and female toilet and shower block, along with washing up facilities and tourist information in the communal log cabin.

For grabbing essentials, a Sainsbury's Local is a 20 minute walk away. The closest pub is The Ings, just a 15 minute walk from the site.


A note from the site themselves...

Clarion Lodge was first opened in the early 1900's by Clarion Cycling Club, with a campsite dorm rooms and a concert hall, the old youth hostel has been lovingly redeveloped into a 13 bed holiday cottage and campsite, We love the history and beauty of clarion lodge and still enjoy the amazing cycling available in Yorkshire today!


Map and address

Park address

Clarion Lodge Campsite,

Menston, Ilkley, West Yorkshire, LS29 6BG

Coordinates

53.8931, -1.7180 | SE 18 44

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Clarion Lodge Campsite is ideal for...

Couples

Older children (13+)

Young children


There are 30 accommodation options on-site

Bookable pitches and accommodation options

Grass pitches

5 x Non Electric Grass Tent Pitches

Max 5 people

Grass pitches without electric. Suitable for tents only.

5 x Grass Pitches (Optional Electric)

Max 5 people

Grass pitches with optional 10 amp electric hook up. Suitable for tents and campervans.

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15 x Hardstanding Pitches (Optional Electric)

Max 5 people

Hardstanding 8m x 5m gravel pitches, with optional 10 amp electric. Suitable for trailer tents, caravans, motorhomes or campervans.


Clarion Lodge Campsite reviews

4.79 /5

25 reviews

100%

would recommend

Overall
4.79
Location
4.8
Value for money
4.76
Service
4.8
Facilities
4.64
Cleanliness
4.96

No negatives

Kyle R

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Large Tent - Grass Pitches (Optional Electric)May 2025

Excellent site, no problems at all. The facilities were clean at all times, there was free use of a fridge freezer and sink for cleaning and drinking water. The toilets and showers were clean and had very hot water, and electric hook-up next to each pitch. The only downside is the campsite is directly underneath the Leeds Bradford Airport flight path, so there were low flying planes going over head, but that's was a small downside to an otherwise great campsite.

Site's response

Good morning and thank you for taking the time to review our campsite, glad you appreciate all our facilities and their cleanliness as for the planes, although the campsite came first in 1850 the airport followed shortly after

Lovely compact site

Jennifer W

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Sprinter-Type Campervan - Hardstanding Pitches (Optional Electric)May 2025

Stayed one night here on way to Leeds. Lovely clean site, no person to talk to, everything was done online. It is on the Leeds and Bradford airport flight path but this didn't bother us. Thought the price £25 was fair but then had to pay £2 for the dog and Electric was an extra £10 which was optional. This made the one night stay a bit expensive so didn't have the electric as we have solar panels. Local pub is shut at the moment.

Little gem

Richard Y

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May 2025

Brilliant little site, stayed here many times visiting family and friends. Easy access to Leeds Bradford Ilkley all about 10 minutes on the train. Walked to Ilkley over the moors about 3/4 hours. Cycled to Bolton Abbey 26 mile return on mainly B roads and similar distance to Almscliffe Crags again, mainly B roads. Otley Chevin is a 10 minute walk away with a plethora of walks. Guiseley is a lovely busy little village with many pubs and restaurants about 30 minutes walk away. The Chevin pub looks closed at the moment but another pub The ING's is only 10 mins away and serves great beer such as Saltaire Blonde. The birds wake you up before the planes and obviously more planes in the summer season than winter. Only downside is there is not an on site waste water disposal for Motorhomes. Telephone entry system brilliant - no need to deal with pompous officials like on some bigger sites. Recommend unreservedly.

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FAQ

Guests are welcome to check-in from 2pm. Please let the site know your expected arrival time before 6pm. Departure is due by 11am on your last day.

Dogs are welcome but must be kept on a lead at all times. Please note, breeds and crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act are not permitted.

Yes, BBQs are allowed but must be raised above the ground. Open fires are also permitted as long as they are in raised fire pits approved by management.

Sorry, the site caters for families and couples only, and does not accept group bookings of more than three pitches. Hen and stag parties are also not accepted.

There are grass and hardstanding pitches with optional 10 amp electric hook up.

Bedding can be hired as an optional extra when staying in the camping pods. Bedding is included if you are staying in one of the bell tents.

No, sorry, there is no access to an electrical point in the bell tents, but there is solar lighting and a fridge in each tent.

There is no latest time, the barriers are open 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

After 10pm, noise must be kept to a minimum and no music is allowed to be played after this time.

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Things to do on site and in the Ilkley area

Just ten minutes away, Otley Chevin Forest Park offers beautiful woodland trails and amazing views, ideal for walks and picnics. For those holidaying with four-legged friends, it is also the perfect spot for them to fetch sticks too!

Ilkley (15 minutes) is home to Ilkley Moor, great for a hike, or when the sun is shining, head to Ilkley Lido for a relaxing dip in the swimming pool.

For a fun filled family day out, a trip to Tropical World (25 minutes) could be the perfect way to entertain the little ones. Discover greenhouses that are home to tropical animals and plants, with a butterfly house, rainforest canopy, and more!

Other nearby attractions include:

  • Golden Acre Park (15 minutes)
  • Royal Pump Room Museum (25 minutes)
  • Great Yorkshire Show (25 minutes)
  • Mother Shipton's Cave (30 minutes)
  • Leeds City Museum (35 minutes)
The listing for Clarion Lodge Campsite was last updated on June 9th, 2025 at 12:20 AM

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