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It's the location that you are paying for when you stay at this campsite. Yes the toilets and showers are basic and full of spiders - much to my daughters consternation, and there seems to be stuff all over in a 'it'll come in useful at some point' kind of way, but when you are sitting with a beer in the evening or wake up in the morning you realise why you are there.
The small river / stream that runs through the campsite is great for the kids, and there's a great walk that follows the river upstream if you like a bit of scrambling.
Plenty of room for tents etc, but you may have to search around for a less swampy patch if you want to be down by the river.
Malham is only a 20 minutes walk away to the pubs etc, though the road can be quite narrow in some places if two cars are passing, so take care with kids.
Not a campsite for the Glampers, but cheap and cheerful in a fantastic location.
This site is in beautiful surroundings. Gordale Scar is at the end of the site footpath.
The site costs £3 per person plus £3 per tent and £3 per vehicle. The pitches are relatively flat if you look around. It is a little boggy in places at the moment due to the heavy rain recently.
The facilities are basic but adequate when the site is empty. The shower (there is only 1) is 10p for 2 mins 15 seconds. Nearby in Malham there is a shop, cafe and pub that serves good food.
There is a river that runs through the site which is quite relaxing when trying to sleep. But be aware if you have small children as it is deep in places.
I was lucky the site was empty and the sun was shining and it was midweek. I would imagine that this site does get very busy on a weekend due to its location.
There is only one bin (a skip) on the site and the only water point is next to the toilet block so it could mean a trek to get your water. Overall this is a basic site in fabulous settings. I think the price for one person ie £9p.n. is a little excessive considering the facilities. I cant really comment on customer service as I only spoke to the man that took payment.
The campsite is in a beautiful setting and a short walk from the scar, the campsite forms part of a circular walk to the scar, malham tarn, cove and village which is a scenic 7. 5 mile walk.
Having read previous reviews was expecting the camp site to have basic facilities. I have been camping for over 20 years and these were basic! There was one shower for 10p and this was for gents & ladies. The ladies toilets has 3 loos and 3 sinks all had hot water but we definitely did not find them to be clean as commented on by previous reviewers.
There were overflowing open bins with sanitary products in all toilets and the toilets had not been cleaned for some time. There was lots of clutter in all of the 'facilities'.
At the toilets and main entrance there is a mountain of waste left by campers. Discarded air beds, used disposable bbq's plastic and glass bottles etc etc etc. The washing up area has 2 sinks with plenty of hot water but an accumulation of discarded camping paraphernalia and food! It was not clean when we were there.
Malham village is 30minutes walk away and has 2 pubs. We had a good meal at The Lister Arms although they were a bit disorganised with the food ordering system and we waited about an hour for our food. The other pub we thought was overpriced and not as good - we had lunch there.
At £3 per person per night plus £3 per car and tent this is good value for money with the scenery but be prepared for the very basic facilities, which could be better for a kim and aggy visit!
Beautiful tent only site set on a family run hill farm in the Yorkshire Dales, nestled between Ingleborough and Whernside. The Three Peaks footpath runs right through the farm adjacent to the campsite with lots of walks direct from the site from easy strolls to climbing the Three Peaks, and five minutes to the pub!
Tent pitches only, no electric hookups. Toilet and shower block and washing up facilities. Sit, eat and socialise in the old barn, with free wifi, charging lockers, freezer. At weekends the Philpin Snack bar is open for cooked breakfasts, hot and cold snacks and drinks, ice creams, chocolates etc, on other days there are vending machines in the barn. Find out more here
A really fab place to visit, once you've been you have to go back. The facilities are basic but then again very tidy site for the price paid at this time of year. The guy does his utmost to look after the site, by improving this site it would take away its charm. The village is a lovely walk with two alternative routes. All in all this is what we call a camp site not the ritz but a lot cheaper than the ritz and maybe more enjoyable for some. The setting is a must not to be missed, we will certainly be paying a visit this coming season.
The site is at the base of gorsdale scar which allows you to set the tent up with a unique view for when you wake. The owner is very friendly and prices are quite fair. The facilities are clean and usable.
On a downside the drinking water is a questionable yellow colour and there appeared to be a large amount of rubbish collecting by the owners house, although this had been sorted into piles of disposable BBQ's inflatable beds etc. And this might have been from a large event previous to our arrival. Another point to consider is that it is a steep walk back up to the local village a mile away.
I would recommend the site as it's nice and quiet and out of the way.
Chose this particular campsite due to it appearing on 'One Man and his Campervan', featuring Martin Dorey, Can be found on YouTube if you want to see footage of the campsite, Me and my wife were gobsmacked with the location, so we both agreed we had to go there, We went up on the Friday late afternoon, The campsite was pretty busy, about 3/4 full, There were quite a few tents pitched up right next to the stream, (One of the best spots) Think they were a Duke Of Edinborough bunch, So we just pitched up temporary for the night, hoping we'd get a spot there the next day, My wife started cooking some tea, My daughter and I fetched some water from near the shower block, It was a bit discoloured but was ok for cooking, making a cups of tea, and then after wandered down to see the spectacular sight at the foot of the campsite, Gobsmacked to say the least, Got some brilliant photo's with my two kids and wife, There is a path up the waterfall which takes you Malham Cove I think, My daughter was in a pushchair so we went no further, The next morning we went for a shower, like other people have said, not the cleanest but it does the job, We were lucky enough to get a spot right next to the stream, My 4 year old boy at the time loved playing in the stream, We visited Janet's Foss over the road, Another one of natures hidden Gems, A lovely waterfall which paddled in for a while, would have swam but it was a tad cold, after, we walked into Malham which was about a half hour walk for us, We had two pints of cider each, In The Listers Arms, A very nice welcoming pub, There's also a pub down the road called The Buck Inn, We didn't visit Malham Cove, but will be when
We visit again next month, Overall would recommend staying, A good base set with amazing views, the owner who runs it might be a little odd but nice enough, Cheap enough per night,
My family and I have visited this site most years since 2006. It is really tremendous. I would be surprised to find a better setting in all of England.
The facilities are fine but basic. Always clean though. The Scar itself is a spectacular sight and only 10 min walk from the campsite.
Walk down the stream the other way and it is a very pleasant 30 min walk to Malham where you will find two good pubs and a beautiful village.
Unfortunately I am not sure we will be going back. The popularity of the site as exploded due to numerous reviews in the national press singing its praises.
The owner really struggles to cope with the volume of interest. When booking I got his answer machine message which almost made me feel sorry for him. There was real despair in his voice. He manages the site to the best of his ability but he really needs more staff and more stringent campsite rules. But if it becomes more of a campsite than working farm it will lose a lot of its charm.
A fabulous site in a fabulous setting, what more could you ask for. This is a camp site on a working farm and is excellent value for the money the views are stunning.
There was always plenty of hot water in the shower and the wash up area. The site was busy but there was always hot water and toilet rolls the facilities are basic but were kept clean and tidy.
A trip to see the Peregrine Falcons nesting at Malham Cove is a must. Nice couple of pubs serving good beer in the village, also couple of tearooms/cafes can, t comment on them as we didn't use them.
Great camp site plenty to do in the area we would have no hesitation in recommending this site.
Set in the midst of the beautiful Yorkshire Dales, a family run farm with a stream meandering through the site and breathtaking views, with plenty to do nearby. Tent and campervan pitches with or without electric. Five star shower block with showers, washbasins, toilets, disabled and family room. Sinks for pot washing, a kettle and microwave, charge points, communal fridge freezers. Fire pits are available to hire. Wifi
A small shop sells essentials and an on-site cafe serves delicious food and drinks! Freshly brewed coffee, sausage sandwiches, or warm pastries, in the evening, enjoy stone-baked pizzas. Luxury timber pods and two magical bell tents with private hot tubs are also available to hire. Don't forget to meet their friendly family of alpacas! And all within five minutes of Bolton Abbey and Hesketh Farm Park Find out more here
Just got back from a great weekend at Gordale Scar campsite. At £3 per item (person, car, tent - no charge for dogs) very reasonable and the views are stunning.
We arrived on Thursday and had plenty of space to choose a pitch, although by Friday evening it was getting pretty busy. Malcolm tries to keep certain types of campers in certain areas so families and groups are away from couples, with DofE in a separate area as well.
If you've got dogs, be aware that sheep roam free in the field, so if they have strong hunting / herding instinct, you might want to keep them staked up.
Facilities are not bad, although basic. Plenty of odds and ends left by other campers if you have left anything - bbq's galore! There's no shop on site and Malham didn't seem to have much in the way of a shop that we found, but we took plenty of food in advance.
Plenty of walks in the surrounding area, the car didn't move all weekend and had some great food at the Listers Arms in Malham - the Nutty Black was very moreish.
If you live by your mobile, you'll feel like you have had an arm cut off, but if you want peace and quiet, you can't beat Gordale Scar. Already planning to go back!
The owner of this campsite is pathologically unable to throw anything away, there are piles of all kinds of junk, even in the washrooms the bins are overflowing with rubbish. This is why the site doesn't get a mention in many camping guides which is a pity because the location is beautiful.
There is a shallow brook running through the soft grass site, we pitched our tent right next to it, the sound of running water could be heard all through the night!
Gordale scar is just round the corner. This part of Yorkshire has many rugged geological formations, so proper walking boots would make life a lot easier.
The facilities are basic, a hot shower and a sink, I don't remember anything else.
There are a couple of pubs in the nearby village. The road leading to site is narrow, so could be a problem when towing a caravan.
2 night visit staying Tuesday and Wednesday night in the last week of June 2011.
First time camping in 25 years so wanted to start off slow and simple.
Stunning location, camped on the island across the stream accessed by a narrow foot bridge. Had good weather but ground was not hard due to previous rain and pegs went in easily holding firm in strong breeze.
Barbecues are allowed but not if the heat is in contact with the ground so be sure to get hold of the reinforced disposable BBQ trays to put under your own disposable BBQ. These can be taken from and put back in the wheel barrow outside the toilet block
A peaceful setting but we picked a time when children doing their Duke of Edinburgh awards were passing through 1 night at a time. If its peace you are after you should check first to see if any will be arriving during your visit.
The day we left 50 more were due. They seemed to camp nearer the entrance and areas were sometimes reserved. Moving further in towards the scar would have been more peaceful. The stream was a good source of adventure for the younger children (and not so young) It was not too deep and suitable for paddling during our visit.
We found the toilets to be adequate, had a look in the shower and didn't much fancy using it, had we stayed longer I'm sure we would have used it at 10p for 2. 5 mins.
The drinking water is discoloured but we had brought our own drinking water so never tested it for taste or effect.
We used 2 tents a Gelert Cirrus 6 (pictures on tent review page shows a bit of the campsite and scenery) and a Hi Gear Ion 3 for two sixteen year olds.
Cost of this per night in June 2011
4 people at £3/night each
6 man tent £3/night
2/3 man tent £3/night
Car £2/night
Total £20. 00/night.
There was plenty of walking to be had in this area which is littered with beautiful scenery.
In malham (1 mile from Campsite) we had breakfast one morning in the Old Barn cafe close to the visitor centre - friendly staff and good food at a reasonable cost. In the evening we ate at the Lister Arms Hotel again nice food at a reasonable cost. We did check out the Buck Inn for food but found the cost too high for us.
We had a pleasant time and I would visit this site again.
I found this campsite by chance as I used to visit this area in my youth. It was idyllic and I left my real world behind for a couple of days. My dog loved it too.
The site is right in the gorge of the Gordale Scar reservoir and has stream running through and sheep roaming. Entrance is right on the main road which is a very narrow road with passing places - as you would find in the rural Dales, but you can see the site when reaching the brow of the hill.
You can paddle in the stream, scale the hills and venture around to your hearts content. One camping couple even washed basic items in the stream - very 'back to nature'.
The site owner, Malcolm, keeps the site very clean and usual camping rules apply, but he is very helpful indeed - lending equipment and offered to assist me with my awning on my motor home. The facilities are basic compared to some other sites, but they were adequate, functional and apt for my needs.
The prices are very reasonable. I've been to sites with tiled/heated shower rooms with all mod cons, but this was fine for my needs. If you want a site with luxury facilities and pay luxury prices, then go elsewhere and you won't need to expect more and criticise this site.
I have read comments about Malcolm's recycling habit - great! Not a problem for me, we all should do this, but come out of cities to countryside for holidays and take are disposable consumerism with us! If you need anything, please ask him and I am sure he may have it to borrow or rent!
I had a lovely 'time out' in my camper and will be going back for definite. Thank you Malcolm and hope to see you soon.
As most of the others have said, an amazing site for sheer beauty. The only downside (if there could be a downside) is, if you're looking for peace & quiet there just maybe the possibility of schoolchildren visits. I went during the week and on both days they arrived. Luckily I could move my camper further up the field, (they seem to go for the first patch just inside the gate).
Also, if raining, the ground can be very muddy and on moving the first day I struggled to get off the grass. No prior warning from the owner.
A bit remiss methought! Only two hook-ups. However, when I got away from 'the rabble' it was heaven. I won't tell you where I pitched just in case you're on it when next I go.
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No Tents 
No Caravans 
No Motorhomes 
No Campervans 
No Glamping Units 
No Statics for Hire 
No Statics for Sale 
No Seasonal Pitches 
No Electric Hookups 
No Hardstandings 
No Fully Serviced Pitches 
Families Welcome 
Not Members Only 
No Rallies 
Not Naturist Site 
Dogs Welcome 
No Dogs Allowed 
Groups Welcome 
No Toilets 
No Showers 
No Washing Up Area 
No Bathroom 
No Baby Changing 
No Laundry 
No Drinking Water 
Disabled Friendly 
No Chemical Disposal 
No Battery Charging 
No Gas Exchange 
No Recycling Facilities 
No Kitchen Facilities 
No Freezer / Fridge 
No Motorhome Point 
No Wifi Access 
No Shop 
No Bar 
No Restaurant 
No Playground 
No TV Room 
No Games Room 
No Evening Ents 
No Fishing 
No Wild Swimming 
No Indoor Pool 
No Outdoor Pool 
No Horse Riding 
No Cycle Hire 
No Golf 
No Tennis 
No Beach 
No Watersports 
No Boat Launch 
No Sea Views 
Not Working Farm 
No Campfires Allowed 
No Waterside Pitches 
Public Transport 
No Dog Walk 
It's the location that you are paying for when you stay at this campsite. Yes the toilets and showers are basic and full of spiders - much to my daughters consternation, and there seems to be stuff all over in a 'it'll come in useful at some point' kind of way, but when you are sitting with a beer in the evening or wake up in the morning you realise why you are there. 
