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The Riverfront York

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Bishopthorpe, York, North Yorkshire

The Riverfront York set by the River Ouse
Hardstanding pitches with 16 amp electric hook ups and water supply
Sunday lunch from Bosuns restaurant, open Thursday to Sunday
Aerial of the hardstanding pitches and facilities at The Riverfront York
The Riverfront York, next to the River Ouse
Aerial of the hardstanding pitches with the River Ouse
Hardstanding pitches with 16 amp electric hook ups
Hardstanding pitches, each with a grass area
Hardstanding pitches separated by hedges and with electric hook up and water
Hardstanding pitches suitable for campervans, caravans, and motorhomes up to 10m
Hardstanding pitches with Bosuns restaurant behind
Shepherd's hut exterior with outdoor seating
Honey shepherd's hut interior with double bed, seating and kitchenette
Honey shepherd's hut kitchenette with sink and toaster
Primrose shepherd's hut interior with double bed
Shepherd's hut facilities with toilet, sink and mirror
Rosebud glamping cabin exterior with outdoor seating
Rosebud glamping cabin interior with double bunk bed
Chestnut glamping cabin exterior with outdoor seating
Chestnut glamping cabin interior with double bed and fireplace
The Ark houseboat, sleeping up to seven with two double bedrooms and a bunk room
The Ark private hot tub
Shared facilities with cubicles, mirrors and sinks
Ladies facilities with mirrors and hairdryers
Men's facilities with urinals, sinks and mirrors
Shower cubicles and hairdryers
Coin operated laundry
Waste facilities
The Riverfront cafe bar, open seven days a week
The Riverfront cafe bar dining pods
The Riverfront cafe bar dining pods, right on the water
The Riverfront cafe bar dining pod interior
The Riverfront cafe bar with outdoor seating
The Riverfront cafe bar with outdoor seating
Food available from The Riverfront cafe bar
Bosuns restaurant, open Thursday to Sunday
Bosuns bar
Bosuns restaurant interior with views of the river
Food from Bosuns restaurant
Dessert from Bosuns restaurant
Pizza from Bosun's pizza oven, open seasonally on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays
Outdoor seating area and children's play area
Children's play area with climbing frame and slide
Boat hire on the river
Boat hire directly from the site
Kayak hire on the river
Kayak hire
Onsite beauty treatments
Onsite beauty treatments
Aerial of the site
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An ideal waterside setting by the River Ouse, The Riverfront York is a family and dog friendly touring park, just ten minutes from York. Campervans, caravans, and motorhomes are all welcome on the electric hardstanding pitches, with a range of glamping too. Onsite you can even hire boats, with a play park and beauty treatments also available. For grabbing a tasty bite to eat, there is also a 2 AA rosette restaurant, cafe and seasonal pizza oven!

Why choose The Riverfront York

Family and dog friendly touring park by the River Ouse with onsite boat hire

Onsite restaurant, cafe bar and seasonal pizza oven using fresh produce with riverside seating and all weather pods!

Within ten minutes of central York, York Races, Designer Outlet York and the National Railway Museum

About the site

A top location for leisurely outings on the water, enjoying delicious meals and exploring the charming city of York, just ten minutes away. The site enjoys glorious surroundings, set amongst lush greenery with stunning riverside views. For campervans, caravans, and motorhomes up to 10m there are 25 hard-standing pitches. Each pitch includes its own grassed area with a 16 amp electric hook up and water supply, allowing up to six guests per pitch. Please note, there are only four pitches available for use with a full awning with a groundsheet. Wind-out awnings are welcome anywhere onsite. There are also a range of glamping units including a houseboat with hot tub sleeping up to seven, shepherd's huts and cabins some with integral toilet and mini-kitchen. All of the units come fully furnished with comfy beds and heating. Enjoy easy access to a variety of outdoor activities and a variety of dining options available onsite. From farm-fresh produce to delicious seafood, each ingredient is carefully selected to deliver a brilliant culinary experience. Bosun's, an award winning restaurant, offers a full range of menus from Thursday to Sunday, including à la carte, Sunday lunch, children's menus and a steak special. From the park, you can head out on scenic walks along the River Ouse. And for those who wish to explore further, the city of York awaits, just a short bus (or boat) ride away, with a seasonal river bus service and self-drive motorboats and kayaks available to hire from the site! Four-legged friends can join you for your stay too, with up to two pups permitted per pitch. Please note, open fires are not permitted but gas BBQs are allowed.

"Absolutely beautiful place to stay by the river"

Tina L

"Anyone wanting to go to York, you definitely need to try this site"

Katy B

"The shower and toilet facilities were the best we've experienced"

Aly S

"Absolutely fantastic, we loved watching the boats going up and down the river"

Paul M

"Everything was excellent and we can't wait to return"

Frances O

"Lovely site on the river, which was ideal for visiting York"

Scott M

The Riverfront York is open all year round in 2025 and 2026.

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Accessible facilities

Allow commercial vans

Allow pets on site

Café / restaurant / takeaway

Drinking water

Family friendly

Shop

Showers

Toilets

W.C. disposal

WiFi

Electric hookups

Fishing

Glamping

Kids playground

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Peaceful

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Watersports

Onsite facilities include a modern fully renovated toilet and shower block as well as a token operated laundry (tokens available to purchase from the Cafe Bar) and washing up facilities. There is also site-wide WiFi and a play area for kids to burn off steam. Motorboats and kayaks can be hired too, with bookable beauty treatments also available.

There is Bosun's Restaurant (open Thursday to Sunday for lunch and dinner) and The Riverfront Cafe Bar (open seven days a week during peak season, with reduced hours in winter). Here you can purchase breakfast, coffee, snacks and drinks, with outdoor seating and heated pods. There are toilets here too.

Bosun's Pizza Oven also offers fresh wood-fired pizza seasonally on Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

For more pubs, shops and local attractions, including York Races and York Designer Outlet, the centre of York is just 15 minutes away.

Great for foodies

Award winning Bosun's serves locally sourced produce with panoramic views. The Riverfront Cafe Bar also has a range of favourites and runs a supper club too!

A note from the site themselves...

The Riverfront York, home of Bosun's Restaurant, is more than just a business to us, it's a labour of love and a cornerstone of our lives. Owning this beautiful site means being part of a vibrant community and creating a space where people, local and from far away, can come together to enjoy the best of York.

Bosun's Restaurant, with its carefully curated menu and welcoming atmosphere, is at the heart of our vision. Every dish we serve is crafted with passion, and every event we host is a celebration of local produce and culture.

The Riverfront York is where our dreams have taken root, and seeing our guests create their own cherished memories here is the greatest reward.

The Riverfront York is ideal for...

Couples
Older children (13+)
Peace and quiet
Young children

There are 30 accommodation options on-site

Bookable pitches and accommodation options

Hardstanding pitches with 16 amp electric hook ups and water supply
Aerial of the hardstanding pitches and facilities at The Riverfront York

4 x Hardstanding Pitches

Max 6 people

Hardstanding pitches with a grass area, 16 amp electric hookups and water supply. Suitable for campervans, caravans, and motorhomes up to 10m.

21 x Hardstanding Pitches (No Awning)

Max 6 people

Hardstanding pitches varying in size with a grass area, 16 amp electric hookups and water supply. Suitable for campervans, caravans, and motorhomes up to 11m. Awnings larger than a canopy awning are not permitted on these pitches.

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Rosebud cabin

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Ashley J

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Glamping Cabin - Rosebud Glamping CabinOct 2025

Had a lovely two night stay in the Rosebud cabin while we explored York. Great location. Shower and toilet facilities were lovely and spotlessly clean. Loved the little cafe and the dining pods. Really loved the cabin will definitely return in the summer to use the riverboat.

Site's response

Thank you so much for your lovely review Ashley, we’re delighted you enjoyed your stay in the Rosebud cabin! It’s wonderful to hear the location worked well for your York adventures, and that the facilities, café, and dining pods added to the experience. We’re especially glad the cabin felt like a home away from home and we’d love to welcome you back in the summer for another adventure.

Lovely time!

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Jane C

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Single Axle Caravan - Hardstanding Pitches (No Awning)Oct 2025

Lovely campsite! We really enjoyed our time here. The only downside was the newly refurbished toilet block…lovely decorated, really stunning. However in the shower cubicles there was no drain to sweep the water to, meaning the floor gets very wet/dirty, as there is nowhere for it to go. Would definitely book again.

Site's response

Thank you so much for your kind words Jane, we're delighted you enjoyed your stay with us and found the site and facilities welcoming. We really appreciate your feedback on the newly refurbished toilet block. While we're glad you liked the design, your comments about the shower drainage are noted and genuinely helpful. We'll be reviewing this with our maintenance team to explore practical improvements. It means a lot to hear you'd book again and we look forward to welcoming you back for another riverside stay.

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Dean M

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Large A-class or Tag Axle Motorhome - Hardstanding Pitches (No Awning)Oct 2025

Without a doubt the best site we have stayed at, the attention to detail along with the outstanding Bosuns restaurant and boat hire. I would definitely recommend and will definitely be returning.

Site's response

Thank you so much for your glowing review Dean, we’re absolutely delighted to hear this was your best stay yet! It’s wonderful to know the attention to detail, Bosun’s Restaurant, and the boat hire all made a lasting impression. We work hard to create a seamless riverside experience, so your kind words mean a great deal to the whole team. We can’t wait to welcome you back again soon.

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Site rules

Check-in for touring at The Riverfront York is available from 1pm until 5pm, it is 3pm until 5pm for Glamping. Please let the site know if you're delayed. Check out is before 11am on your final day.
With up to two dogs allowed per pitch, dogs are more than welcome at The Riverfront York, please just make sure they are kept on their lead and not left unattended. Breeds and crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act are not permitted.
Gas BBQs are welcome at The Riverfront York. Sorry, fires are not allowed.
Sorry, The Riverfront York does not accept group bookings of more than three units unless by prior arrangement. Hen and stag parties are not accepted.
Yes, The Riverfront York operates a quiet policy between 8pm and 8am. Please note, loud music is not allowed at any time.
The Riverfront York operates a self check-in process, please make sure you have checked your pitch number before arrival which will be sent to you before your stay. On the day of your departure, you will just need to make sure you leave no rubbish behind and check out by the allocated time.

Pitches

Yes, awnings with breathable ground sheets are only allowed on the four hardstanding pitches at The Riverfront York. Please make sure to select this as an option when booking. Wind out awnings without ground sheets are allowed on all pitches. Gazebos are not permitted.
The electric hook up at The Riverfront York is 16 amp.
You can find a copy of The Riverfront York's map here.
Yes, you are welcome to park one car on your pitch at The Riverfront York, although please note that no parking is allowed on the grassed areas at anytime.
Yes, the glamping units at The Riverfront York each include bedding and towels for your stay.
All of the electric pitches at The Riverfront York have your usage included in the price of your booking.

Facilities

Yes, WiFi is available at The Riverfront York
Yes, Bosun's Restaurant is open from Thursday to Sunday, while The Riverfront Cafe Bar operates daily (although hours are reduced during winter). Both locations offer breakfast, coffee, snacks, and drinks. Bosun's Pizza Oven serves fresh wood-fired pizza seasonally on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
No, there is not a shop at The Riverfront York. For picking up essentials, there is a Co-op less than a five minute drive away and plenty of supermarkets in York within a ten minute drive.
Yes, you are welcome to fish in the Rive Ouse. You need a valid rod license and must follow the rules for specific stretches of water and be aware of local regulations.
No, The Riverfront York does not offer EV charging. The closest electric vehicle charging point is under a ten minute drive away.
No, The Riverfront York does not offers a communal fridge or freezer.
Most phone service providers should be able to access a phone and 4G signal at The Riverfront York.

Getting there

The Cricket Ground bus stop is just a five minute walk from The Riverfront York. The nearest train station is York which is a 15 minute drive away.
Tourers should have no issue with access at The Riverfront York as the entrance to the site is close to main roads.
Local taxi companies to The Riverfront York include Streamline (01904 656565), York Cars (01904 765765) and Veezu (01904 659659).

What's nearby

Local walking routes to The Riverfront York include a scenic walk along the river Ouse through the countryside.
As well as Bosun's Restaurant and The Riverfront Cafe Bar onsite, local pubs to The Riverfront York include The Marcia and The Woodman, both a ten minute walk away. There are also further pubs and restaurants in York within a ten minute drive.
Within a 15 minute walk of The Riverfront York there is the village of Bishopthorpe with two local pubs, takeaway and a cafe.
Yes, The Riverfront York has direct access to the river, with onsite boat, canoe and kayak hire services, visitor moorings, boat launching and a river bus service into York.

Things to do on site and in the York area

Treat yourself to a facial or pamper at Skin Serenity Beauty salon located onsite. Skin Serenity specialises in enhancing your natural beauty through personalised facial aesthetics treatments and tailored skincare solutions.

Explore the peaceful waters with the motorboat or kayak hire services. Whether you're seeking a leisurely journey up the river to soak in the stunning scenery, or a family outing filled with laughter and memories, The Riverfront York's fleet of well-maintained rivercraft are great for a fun day out.

There's also a river bus service from April to September from the site into York every Saturday and Sunday and on Tuesdays and Thursdays during school holidays.

The historic city of York is also within a ten minute drive. Take a trip to York Races, visit the National Railway Museum or shop till you drop at the Designer Outlet York.

Other nearby attractions include:

  • Askham Bryan Wildlife and Conservation Park (10 minutes)
  • York Castle Museum (10 minutes)
  • Jorvik Viking Centre (10 minutes)
  • The York Dungeon (10 minutes)
  • The Web Adventure Park (20 minutes)
The listing for The Riverfront York was last updated on November 21st, 2025 at 2:23 PM

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