Poplars Farm

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Non-electric grass pitches
Non-electric grass pitches
View of the camping field
Wildlife on the site
Rowing on the pond at the campsite
Country walks from the pitches
The local pub in arkendale
Staveley nature reserve for country walks
Staveley nature reserve
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View of the camping field
Wildlife on the site
Rowing on the pond at the campsite

  • Quiet off-grid site on a working farm at Arkendale in North Yorkshire
  • Knaresborough 10 minutes’ drive; Fountains Abbey half an hour
  • Farm shop, pub and supermarkets all within 10 minutes’ drive
Sometimes you just want things simple and peaceful, and that’s where Poplars Farm comes in… This pop-up site is on a working North Yorkshire farm, 10 minutes’ drive from the River Nidd-side town of Knaresborough, and there’s definitely something of a wild camping vibe here. Pitches (some are sloping) are in a neatly mown grass field, and although facilities stretch to a portable loo, there are no showers or electricity on site. Walkers will be pleased to hear that the circular Knaresborough Round hiking route passes through the farm, and there’s plenty of other stuff to do with the kids nearby. Go fishing at Staveley Nature Reserve (10 minutes’ drive, keep a look out for the otters on the wetlands), or play a round on the golf course at Knaresborough (five minutes). Alternatively, try clay pigeon shooting at Hazel Bank Shooting Ground (also five minutes) and go-karting at Tockwith Karting Yorkshire (20 minutes). York, its minster and museums are 40 minutes’ drive away for a dose of culture, and the lively shopping hub of Harrogate is 20 minutes in the car. Everything you want for cooking on the barbecue is available in Boroughbridge supermarkets (10 minutes’ drive), but if you’re not in the frame of mind for cooking, then a tasty breakfast awaits at the farm shop in Minskip (10 minutes), and there’s a good foodie pub in the local village of Arkendale (five minutes’ drive/half an hour’s walk).

Site type

Tent pitches 20
Opens 4 July
Please note
  • This site has no on-site toilet facilities.
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • No cars/motorbikes by the pitch/unit. All cars must be parked in the designated area.
  • Please note that the toilet facilities are unisex.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Fri, 4 Jul to

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Features

Portable toilet

Pop-up campsite

Dogs allowed

Leisure on site

Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area TV room Take away Tennis Watersports

Amenities on site

Bath available Car parking by pitch/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

D. of E. welcome Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all year

Camping 2.0

Jumbo tent pitches

Themes

Peaceful

Utilities

Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby

Type

Farm Pop-up campsite Small (11-25 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby

Location

Poplars Farm

Hay a Park

Knaresborough

North Yorkshire

England

HG5 0RH

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)

GPS

54.03428°N
-1.42534°W

Nearest transport

Coach
2.5 mi Bus Stn Stand A
5.4 mi Hgte Bus Stn Stand 8
7.6 mi Bus Station
Rail
2.5 mi Knaresborough Rail Station
3.9 mi Starbeck Rail Station
5 mi Cattal Rail Station
Airport
14.9 mi Leeds Bradford International Airport

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

Local attractions and activities include: - Staveley Nature Reserve (waterside walks and fishing): 10 minutes’ drive - Mother Shipton’s Cave (riverside walk and wishing well): 15 minutes - Newby Hall (house and garden tours): 20 minutes - Ripon (cathedral, museums and race course): 25 minutes - Fountains Abbey (spectacular ruins): half an hour - National Trust - Studley Royal Park (stunning landscapes and walks): half an hour - Lightwater Valley Family Adventure Park: half an hour - York: 40 minutes.

Must see

RHS Garden Harlow Carr 7 mi

Fountains Abbey 8.5 mi

Beningbrough Hall 8.8 mi

Harewood House 10.6 mi

National Railway Museum 14.2 mi

National Trust

Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal Water Garden 8.5 mi

Beningbrough Hall and Gardens 8.8 mi

Brimham Rocks 11.1 mi

Goddards Garden 14.6 mi

Treasurer's House 14.8 mi

Cycle routes

Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.

Other

ALLERTON PARK 2.4 mi

Knaresborough - Nidd Gorge - Bilton Dene 2.6 mi

THE LONG WALK, KNARESBOROUGH 2.7 mi

RIBSTON HALL 4.1 mi

PLUMPTON ROCKS 4.1 mi

Local events

  • Harrogate Spring Flower Show (Thursday 24 April 2025 – Thursday 24 April 2025)

    Harrogate, North Yorkshire 4.6 mi

  • Great Yorkshire Show (Tuesday 8 July 2025 – Tuesday 8 July 2025)

    Harrogate, North Yorkshire 4.6 mi

  • Harrogate Autumn Flower Show (Friday 19 September 2025 – Friday 19 September 2025)

    Ripon, North Yorkshire 5.2 mi

  • Leeds Festival (Thursday 21 August 2025 – Thursday 21 August 2025)

    Wetherby, West Yorkshire 11.5 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.

Offers

Conditions apply - see pitch type section for details

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Poplars Farm have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Poplars Farm dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Poplars Farm? Local attractions and activities include: - Staveley Nature Reserve (waterside walks and fishing): 10 minutes’ drive - Mother Shipton’s Cave (riverside walk and wishing well): 15 minutes - Newby Hall (house and … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Poplars Farm?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  10 a.m. –  8:30 p.m.
    Depart by:  Anytime
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Poplars Farm? From £20 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.