Cowslip Farm
View prices & book- Superior adults-only pitch at a working farm near Strensall
- A 10-minute drive to York park and ride; 15 minutes to Castle Howard
- Private wood-fired hot tub with lovely far-reaching views
Campground type
- The campground/park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Breed-specific legislation (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro) and/or any of the following: Staffordshire bull terrier, American Staffordshire terrier, Rottweiler, any Mastiff or Tosa.
- The park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Breed-specific legislation (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
- Group bookings of 3 or more units (e.g. tent, caravan, RV or accommodation hire) traveling together are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
- Group bookings of 6 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
- Single-sex bookings of 6 or more people (couples and immediate family members excepted) are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
- No bachelor/bachelorette parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- The park caters for families (immediate members) and couples only - bookings from all other forms of groups are not accepted.
- At least one of the party members must be aged 20 or over.
- A cable measuring at least 9 metres is needed for the electric hook-ups.
- Minimum spacing of 6 metres between pitches.
- This is a quiet park: no music is allowed.
- Guests are advised to bring a good quality flashlight with them as parts of the park are unlit.
- Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
- The charging of electric vehicles is not permitted on site.
Languages spoken
English
Reviews
Voted 76% of visitors View breakdown
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Very good 100% well worth it
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Powered cement/asphalt and grass campsite (hot tub, superior)
Liked: Liked it all On arrival the lady met us at the gate she very pleasant. Pitch was a good size idea for our campervan and awning. Toilets and showers very clean hot showers The hot-tub was ready to get in once we arrived (pre arranged before arrival) Ideal place 15/20 min walk to the village where there is 2 pubs both doing food and a Tesco express few other shops etc Buses run regular into York (£4 rtn) I’m defo booking up again Good value for money All ready recommended to friends
Disliked: NOTHING and NOT cowslip farm fault But the road is narrow once leaving the site as no footpath for about 400 yards if you walk to the village
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Powered cement/asphalt and grass campsite (hot tub, superior)
Liked: Kim was welcoming and excellent throughout. When we arrived she quickly showed us to our pitch, gave us a helpful guide and showed us how to use the hot tub. Our pitch was great and just the right size for a 4xl air tent, complete with EHU, a picnic bench, drinking water close by and a wood fired hot tub. On site there is clean toilets and showers and a washing up station. Dogs have to be kept on leads which is a bonus for me. Our pitch was private and no one else was allowed to walk through it. Kim was really strict on this which is good as we felt safe throughout our stay. Really close to Monks Cross retail park and park & ride, only 15 minutes into the centre. 100000% would stay again.
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Great stay.
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Powered cement/asphalt and grass campsite (hot tub, superior)
Liked: We had the hot tub pitch - this was amazing! The wood fired hot tub was easy to use. The area was private and very well presented. The scenery beautiful. It was quiet so we saw deer, owls and loved sitting in the hot tub watching the sun go down listening to the birds. The site kept tidy and clean. It’s an almost rustic, glamping site. Great location for York City Centre. Golf club almost next door. Pubs in the local village - also not far away. The owners were lovely and friendly.
Disliked: The mosquitos or whatever they were (not the fault of the site)I did get bitten many many many times - little buggers! 🤣
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The wood fired hot tub was a real delight and was the…
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Powered cement/asphalt and grass campsite (hot tub, superior)
Liked: The wood fired hot tub was a real delight and was the "jewel in the crown" of our Easter stay! The abundance of wood supply for our stay was excellent and we thoroughly enjoyed having the hot tub which we used on all of our 3 nights. The location and ease to get to York was great. We got the bus from the village (15 min walk) to York which are every 15 mins and got an Uber back (£12) for ease. The village had a few local pubs and we were made to feel welcome. The owners of the site were reassuringly on-hand if needed.
Disliked: The facilities were slightly lacking and thankfully the site was quiet so we were not impacted by only 1 toilet and shower but in total fairness to the owners - they say these are the facilities from the outset and if this is a problem, don't stay here. The shower was hot.
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Hot tub at pitch Toilet and shower clean Friendly and helpful on arrival…
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Powered cement/asphalt and grass campsite (hot tub, superior)
Liked: Hot tub at pitch Toilet and shower clean Friendly and helpful on arrival
Disliked: No hot water to wash up or wash your hands Toilet/ shower room cold no heating
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From the manager: Thank you for your review. We’re thrilled you enjoyed the hot tub. The shower/wc block was re decorated last week ready for a busy season and I’m sorry it’s not heated….however we do advertise this. Hopefully we’ll welcome you again during warmer months.
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Powered cement/asphalt and grass campsite (hot tub, superior)
Liked: Peaceful, great host, clean toilet.
Disliked: Layout not great for camper with awning felt guilty for muddying grass also can’t see van when in hot tub. Pitch layout just needs amending.
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From the manager: Thank you for your review. Please don’t worry about the grass it can’t be helped with the continuous rain the whole country has experienced for months now. The pitch is in continuous use and is holding up well. The hard standing is two or three meters maximum from the hot tub which is screened for privacy and offers far reaching views across open countryside which is preferable than looking at a caravan/motorhome. Fir fire safety reasons the pitch could not be any closer. We have landscaped the pitch to maximise privacy and views and can reassure visitors that the pitch is more than large enough for tents, caravans/motorhomes with awnings. I find the 8/10 rating for accommodation amusing as you travelled in your own campervan 🤣!!
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Liked: Simply brilliant
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From the manager: Thank you for your fabulous review 🥰 we’re thrilled you enjoyed your time with us!
Lovely pitch and private hot tub, great surroundings and very cosy with…
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Powered cement/asphalt and grass campsite (hot tub, superior)
Liked: Lovely pitch and private hot tub, great surroundings and very cosy with a warm welcome
Disliked: Shower and toilet unit could be improved, there was single toilet and shower which could get busy in summertime
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From the manager: Thank you for your review. The shower/wc block was re decorated last week ready for a busy season. As a small site there is a limit to the amount of facilities we offer. Caravan/motorhome owners can always choose to use their own facilities during busier months. Hopefully we’ll welcome you back in the future.
An Ideal location with added luxury
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Powered cement/asphalt and grass campsite (hot tub, superior)
Liked: Absolutely loved Cowslip farm. We booked the hot tub pitch and loved the added luxury it gave to camping. The location was ideal for us with hectors of land to explore with our four legged family. 100% would recommended and will definitely be returning.
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From the manager: Thank you for a fabulous review 🥰 come back soon!
Local hiden gem. Peaceful relaxed atmosphere. Friendly helpful owners that made sure…
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Powered cement/asphalt and grass campsite (hot tub, superior)
Liked: Local hiden gem. Peaceful relaxed atmosphere. Friendly helpful owners that made sure we were ok then we left alone. Booked a pitch with hot tub. Secluded well spaced and private pitch. Had hours of quality time in hot tub. Middle of February and the weather didnt spoil. We will definatly be going again, as its local its great for the short weekend breaks.
Disliked: Nothing.
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From the manager: Thank you for your fantastic review 🥰 come back soon!
Features
Dogs allowed
Leisure on park
Bar or club house
Cycle hire
Evening entertainment
Fishing
Fitness centre
Hot tub
Indoor swimming pool
Kids' club
On-site restaurant/cafe
Outdoor swimming pool
Playground
Recreation room/arcade
TV room
Takeout
Tennis
Watersports
Amenities on park
Bath available
Car parking by site/unit
Composting toilet
Disabled facilities
Dog park
Drying room
Free wifi
Grocery store
Ice pack freezing
Internet access
Laundromat
Parent & baby washroom
Payphone
Pick-up from public transport
Picnic table
Portable toilet
Pub toilets
Restrooms
Shower available
Washing-up area
Wifi
Groups welcome
Family friendly
Motorcycle friendly
Single-sex groups welcome
Student groups welcome
Rules
Barbecue grills allowed
Barbecue provided
Campfires allowed
Commercial vehicles allowed
Dogs allowed
Camping 2.0
Jumbo tent sites
Themes
Hikers’ paradise
Peaceful
Wildlife haven
Utilities
Charging facilities
Dump station
Electric car charging point(s)
No hot water
Propane/gas cylinders available
Recycling available
Renewable energy
Nearby amenities
Bar nearby
Convenience store nearby
Dog walk nearby
Nearby farmers' market
Public transportation nearby
Type
Farm
Small (11-25 sites)
Nearby leisure
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Golf nearby
Indoor pool nearby
Leisure/theme park nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Restaurant nearby
Touring and motorhomes
Motorhome service point
Location
Cowslip Farm
Lords Moor Lane
Strensall
York
North Yorkshire
England
YO32 5BJ
Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
54.04142°N
-1.0149°W
Nearest transport
Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.
Local attractions
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
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Cayton Bay | 29.9 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
York Minster 6.1 mi
YorkBoat Guided River Trips 6.3 mi
National Centre for Early Music 6.4 mi
JORVIK Viking Centre 6.4 mi
York Dungeon 6.5 mi
National Trust
Treasurer's House 6.1 mi
Goddards Garden 7.9 mi
Beningbrough Hall and Gardens 8.1 mi
Nunnington Hall 11.4 mi
Rievaulx Terrace 15.5 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
SHERIFF HUTTON PARK 3 mi
Sheriff Hutton and the Howardian Hills 3.4 mi
ALDBY PARK 5.5 mi
HOWSHAM HALL 5.7 mi
Battle of Stamford Bridge, 1066 6 mi
Local events
- York Early Music Festival (Saturday, July 6, 2024 – Saturday, July 6, 2024)
York, England 6 mi
- Leeds Festival (Wednesday, August 21, 2024 – Wednesday, August 21, 2024)
Wetherby, England 19 mi
- Great Yorkshire Show (Tuesday, July 9, 2024 – Tuesday, July 9, 2024)
Harrogate, England 20.1 mi
- Harrogate Autumn Flower Show (Friday, September 13, 2024 – Friday, September 13, 2024)
Ripon, England 20.2 mi
Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.
Nearest campgrounds
Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable campgrounds.
Want to know more about camping in North Yorkshire?
- Does Cowslip Farm have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Cowslip Farm dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Cowslip Farm? A trip to York (10 minutes’ drive to the park and ride) is a must, of course – it’s easy to spend a day or two exploring the attractions there, whether you’re … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Cowslip Farm?
RV, travel trailer and tent sites Arrive: 2 p.m. – 8 p.m. Depart by: 10 a.m. On-park accommodation Arrive: 2 p.m. – 8 p.m. Depart by: 10 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Cowslip Farm? From $82.66 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.