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A very clean, well run site. Lovely views. We were two adults, two man tent and dog. We were perhaps rather close for comfort to our neighbours and the first two nights were spent next to a large tent with a rather lively Labrador. Luckily they moved on, the campsite thinned out and we had more room.
Facilities were clean, although only one sink for washing up. Very friendly owners and good walking area for old dogs. The two towns Pickering and Thornton le Dale are full of nice pubs although we were disappointed that the Indian restaurant in Pickering town centre did not open at the advertised time.
Excellent communications with the moors, steam railway and the coast. Definitely a site to revisit.
Perfectly situated for visiting the Dalby Forest(right beside the tollgate), North York Moors and beyond. Stayed for the Keane concert and was fortunate to get a pitch on the main family site. A point worth checking as I'm slightly more mature than your average gig goer. And would not have enjoyed mucking in with the kids in the other field.
A warm welcome from proprietor Wendy and helped with a flat battery by her father-in-law.
Pristine main site and facilities, although the showers were overwhelmed at peak times.
Fantastic site, gorgeous proprietor and a perfect base for touring the North York Moors.
Just got from this site and although the weather was rather inclement the site was wonderful (as it was last year). A true farm worker runs the site and is on hand from dawn to midnight.
We went as a group and although there wasn't any playground facilities, the overspill grassed area made sure that we could keep the children occupied with games of cricket and rounders. Other families used this for kite flying and dog walking so obviously a lot of open space.
The toilets were regularly cleaned and the water was hot most of the time (although occasionally cooler during peak times).
If you like mountain biking, and I don't, the entrance to the campsite was directly opposite the entrance to Dalby Forest (which recently held an international mountain biking competition). Dalby Forest also has picnic places and other cycling routes for children and the more cautious adults.
The site is about 1. 5 miles away from Thornton Le Dale where you can get daily provisions including the crispiest fish and chips I've had for ages. My only fault is that we cannot return again because the owner is limiting groups to 3 pitches in the future.
A nice quiet camp on the very edge of Dalby forest. Approx 2 miles from Thornton le dale so not too far from civilisation if you need provisions. Just down the road was a main 'a' road which ran over the moors to Whitby which took you through some beautiful scenery.
Our pitch was next to the entrance which backed on to a field with some highland cattle and their calves which we awoke to every morning to the sound of their mooing. The site amenities are a little on the basic side but tended to be clean and tidy (even at 3 in the morning), but I'm sure given time things will get better.
You had to be quick to catch the hot water as this ran out early depending on the washroom traffic. We arrived fairly early to set up and the site was almost empty but soon filled up with various shapes and sizes of tents and overall was fairly quiet making relaxing even easier.
The only drawback as far as I could see was there was only one sink in the dishwashing area so I think there could be at least another sink added to make things easier
Brilliant site, perfect location for Dalby Forest. Having spent many years seeking quiet locations to camp, this is on the list of 'must return'.
We received a warm welcome as we arrived, unfortunately I assumed that I would be able to pay by debit card, not so, but the owner was happy to wait until the following day when I could obtain cash from the nearest cashpoint in Pickering (short distance away).
The facilities were clean and well maintained, no complaints on this front. The fact that the facilities are limited means that the site would never be crowded.
No ball games great, who wants a ball bouncing around. Keep ball games on a playing field!
I found it hilarious that one reviewer said there was little for the children to do. Hello, there's a huge forest to enjoy. Perhaps camping was a bad option for them. There's always Butlins or Centre Parks if you need to be entertained.
It's some time since I've ridden in Dalby,it is much improved with some really great trails to explore. The bike hire shop/ cafe is excellent too, and the staff are really friendly and helpful.
Being on the edge of the forest meant that entry to the forest was FREE. The standard fee is £8 (well worth it), but the campsite was only £11, so it was a good deal all round.
The 14% down hill into Dalby to start the trails was a thrill but after an energetic ride round the blue run and part of the red, the climb back up to the campsite felt more like 24%.
The nearest supermarket in Pickering is the coop in the centre of town, but there is a brilliant Morrisons in Malton which is only 1/2 hour in the car. There's a good fish and chip shop in Thornton Le Dale which I succumbed to,knowing I would 'burn it off' on the bike the following day.
The only negative was the campers on the opposite side of the field who thought that by some vague chance the rest of the campsite wanted to listen the their music can never understand this). The owner of the site must have said something though as this ceased, well at least the volume was extinguished.
It wouldn't do for us all to like the same things, but at least if you find the perfect pitch, the chances are the people you meet will be like minded.
The site is great, the showers were clean and hygienic, the field is large and well laid out and the owners were very friendly.
No noise is permitted on the site between 11pm and 7am which is great when you have younger children you are trying to get off to sleep. There is one sink for washing pots etc.
The only negative side I could find if I wanted to is that I was lead to believe (via the caravan & camping club website) that the site only accepted around 5 units on the site and on the friday evening I counted 29! but this did not spoil our enjoyment of the site and we would definitely return there again. 8/10 rating
The owners are very friendly and helpful always willing to stop and chat despite being very hardworking around their site.
The site is in a beautiful location, and very well maintained right at the entrance to the Dalby forest (although the entrance fee to the forest is way too high Walk or cycle through and save money) the views are absolutely fantastic it was a lovely place to stay.
Marred only slightly by other campers ignoring the no ball games rule on site, but then I suppose it was bank holiday. We were very impressed that for the 6 nights of our stay any noise stopped before the no noise deadline.
I would recommend pexton moor to anyone, go and try it you will be pleasantly surprised. Our only gripe and it is a small one. Is the hot water situation mentioned by other reviewers we only had 2 hot showers during our stay the rest just about warm or cold. Spoke to the owners about it and it seems they are thinking of upgrading the the hot water system to cope better. But this aside we will definitely be returning here.
The location is pretty good and excellent for access to the wonderful Dalby Forest - our mountain bikers were more than happy and even moderately fit Mum managed the previously mentioned (in other reviews) hill up from the visitor centre (low gears a must). This is also a good location for access to the coast, Pickering, days out in York etc.
We were a bit put out on arrival and our first impression wasn't good; first notice spotted at reception was 'No ball games on site'. Second one was 'Please pay on arrival' so we paid for the week up front before we had even been shown to our pitches. In many years of camping we never come across this before; perhaps the owners have been on the sharp end of early morning flitters? Well it still left a bad taste.
The site was level but quite lumpy; hard ruts mean that a good mattress is essential for campers to be comfortable. Ground was fine for getting pegs in and even after a fair amount of rain it was v well drained. Not much shelter, well none really, from westerly winds although newly planted hedges might sort this in years to come.Not the most generous pitch sizes we have come across and it got quite packed.
Not much for the kids to do here, somewhere to play ball games would make a big difference. There are power lines running right overhead so the no ball games rule is understandable (and not particularly enforced we observed). Many of the families on the site had bikes so a problem at one point with large kids haring about on their bikes in a group at speed but Wendy the owner put a stop to that. She works hard to sort out problems and keep the site looking good and running well.
Showers and washrooms basic but clean; 2 loos in the ladies plus one in the disabled / family washroom, one shower and the one more in the washroom (same in the gents I think), however I only had to wait for a shower once and had no problem with hot water although people leaving it later in the morning found it had gone cold; the owners are aware of this and plan to get more hot water online for next season. Only one washing up sink. Another one please! had to queue for this a few times.
Loos etc well maintained, never ran out of loopaper, paper towels or soap. Only one mirror, and sinks too small and badly positioned so not suitable for a proper wash.
The owners have been running the campsite for three and a half years and it is obvious that they are making improvements al the time.
We would come back but only if we leave booking our usual site too late again - this wouldn't be our first choice - basic washrooms, lack of play space and crowding means this site has been marked down.
Stumbled across this site last minute as were looking to be near Dalby Forest. Got there and the location is superb, literally at the entrance to the forest. Really warm welcome, superb location, excellent facilities which were clean and well maintained.
A good mix of tents and caravans. Would strongly recommend it to anyone. If you’re looking for a family friendly, well located site at the right price, you won't go wrong here!
Just back from 3 day stay at this site. Fantastic location, right on Dalby Forest, brilliant walks and scenery.
Campsite lovely and clean, level fields to pitch, but a bit stony for metal pegs. Owners really friendly and helpful, always around and checking facilities clean.
Shower and toilet facilities really clean, but no hot water after 8.30am, so if not an early riser, save the shower until the evening. Could do with another shower / toilet block as we were waiting for a while to use the showers and the site was not full, so in high season could be waiting a long time.
But will definitely visit again as it is a lovely site, in a fantastic location with really friendly owners. My daughters were totally smitten with the 2 lambs in the adjacent paddock, which are being hand reared by the owners. Shame they will be fully grown when we return.
We visited pexton moor farm, on 17th august 2009, we stayed 4 nights, but would have loved to stay longer, we took our 2 children who loved it, and did not want to come home, the site is in a great position next to dolby forest, and so clean, the showers were always hot and clean, we are booking again,cos we can't wait to go back, the best camp site we have been on.
Just returned from Pexton Moor camp after spending 3 nights with our dog. We took a large tent and had booked electric hook up.
Happy to report that the rather negative reviews about the site are in our opinion wrong! The toilet block is modern and spotlessly clean despite the damp weather and the site being full. Loads of hot water no problems at all.
Site is very level and drains well and its literally on the entry to Dalby Forest drive - if you walk in then no admission charge!
We came home today ( Wednesday ) and wished we were still there!
Worth asking Wendy (who works hard to keep things right on site) about the new Granary holiday cottage they have converted to an excellent standard.Sleeps 6 in comfort!
What a lovely site. My parents come back year after year and I've been persuaded to take my family (me, husband, 3 year old son and our dog) for a few days away too and we had a great time in our tent. Lots of walks through the woods (keep checking your dog for mites tho, ours got one), lovely scenic views, helpful and friendly owners. Pitches are large too, we'd just bought a new tent and I was a bit worried it would be too big for a normal pitch but it was fine.
I've just read some other reviews and yes, the campsite would benefit from a play area and a plug for your hairdryer, but surely if you were that bothered about drying your hair you would get hookup like we did and as for a play area, kids make their own entertainment don't they, our 3 yr old loved it, especially having the sheep so close by. When we were there there was a family with 3 kids aging from about 8- 14 and they seemed quite happy, they had brought bikes with them too. Site great for all ages, there was a lovely older couple in their 80's too everyone is so friendly. Entertainment on your doorstep, loved it.
Especially loved the disabled toilet, makes showering a little boy who hates showering a lot easier! No noise after 10 but as well seasoned campers know, a bottle of wine or two is acceptable as long as it's coupled with low voices, hushed laughs and a game of cards or something quiet. Will definitely be returning, very happy with everything!
Just back and very impressed with the site (compact and bijou) location. Toilet block spotless as previous reviews have already noted.
As also commented upon previously the hot water was also gone by 8ish when I showered on both mornings. Having said that that at least I felt awake and refreshed.
We had camped as a large party in the overflow/rally field which was perfect for our needs especially as we had a large number of kids between 1 and 10. The main site would not have been suitable and we would have imposed ourselves upon the others there for a peaceful stay.
The owners even allowed us to use some outbuildings to plug in two fridges which we brought with us. It appears nothing was too much trouble.
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Tent Pitches 
Caravan Pitches 
Motorhome Pitches 
Small Campervans 
Glamping Units 
No Statics for Hire 
No Statics for Sale 
No Seasonal Pitches 
Electric Hookups 
Hardstanding Pitches 
No Fully Serviced Pitches 
Families Welcome 
Not Members Only 
Rallies Welcome 
Not Naturist Site 
Dogs Welcome 
No Dogs Allowed 
Groups Welcome 
Motorbikers Welcome 
Toilet Facilities 
Hot Showers 
Washing Up 
No Bathroom 
No Baby Changing 
Laundry On Site 
Drinking Water 
Disabled Friendly 
Chemical Disposal 
No Battery Charging 
No Gas Exchange 
Recycling Facilities 
No Kitchen Facilities 
Freezer / Fridge 
No Motorhome Point 
Wifi Access 
Shop <5 miles 
Bar <5 miles 
Restaurant or Cafe or Takeaway <5 miles 
No Playground 
No TV Room 
No Games Room 
No Evening Ents 
Fishing <10 miles 
No Wild Swimming 
No Indoor Pool 
No Outdoor Pool 
Horse Riding <5 miles 
Cycle Hire <1 mile 
Golf <5 miles 
No Tennis 
Beach <10 miles 
No Watersports 
No Boat Launch 
No Sea Views 
Working Farm 
No Campfires Allowed 
No Waterside Pitches 
Public Transport <1 mile
Offroad Dog Walk On Site or Direct Access 
A very clean, well run site. Lovely views. We were two adults, two man tent and dog. We were perhaps rather close for comfort to our neighbours and the first two nights were spent next to a large tent with a rather lively Labrador. Luckily they moved on, the campsite thinned out and we had more room. 
