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The Bishop & The Bison

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53.971°N, 1.098°W
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The smell of coffee drifts from the main house as frost melts off the pod roof — you're close enough to civilisation here to hear the morning come alive, but far enough to sleep properly.

This is one for couples after a cosy base near York, or solo travellers who want a pod with a proper bed and a guest house breakfast to follow. The camping pods offer that middle ground between canvas and four walls, while the main house gives you the full B&B treatment if you'd rather have an ensuite and a radiator. Dogs are welcome by arrangement, so worth asking ahead if you're bringing one along.

It's a year-round spot, which tells you the pods are built for winter as much as summer. Campfires need checking on arrival — they'll let you know what's allowed depending on conditions and where you're pitched. The vibe leans relaxed rather than remote, more about exploring York and the surrounding villages than total escape, with a comfortable place to come back to at the end of the day.

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Weather Outlook
Current Conditions
15°C
Overcast
12 mph
64%
7-Day Outlook
Today
17° / 13°
55%
Sat
19° / 15°
16%
Sun
17° / 11°
6%
Mon
21° / 10°
6%
Tue
20° / 15°
14%
Wed
17° / 10°
31%
Thu
17° / 8°
9%
Source: Open-Meteo · Updated hourly
Walks Nearby

Local walks within 10 km

12 routes found via OpenStreetMap

Jorvic Way

Follows a 104km long-distance trail through North Yorkshire's lowlands and gentle hills, connecting York with the coast at Filey. Mixed terrain includes field paths, quiet lanes and riverside sections with moderate climbs near the Yorkshire Wolds. Not suitable for buggies; best tackled in stages with older children comfortable walking several miles. Dogs welcome on leads near livestock. Rewards include historic villages, chalk valley scenery and coastal views.

Hiking routeRegional network
2.86 km from campsite
Route length: 104 km

Millennium Way

Stretches through North Yorkshire's rolling countryside with moderate inclines and occasional steep sections through villages and farmland. Not ideal for buggies due to uneven paths, stiles, and gates, though older children who enjoy longer walks will manage fine. Dogs welcome on leads near livestock. Connects historic market towns and scenic viewpoints across the region, offering a proper slice of Yorkshire's rural heritage and landscapes without the crowds of more famous trails.

Walking routeLocal network
1.92 km from campsite

Campus Tree Trail

Loops through the University of York campus, showcasing notable trees and green spaces on flat, paved paths. Perfect for families with buggies and young children—entirely accessible with no inclines. Dogs welcome on leads. Ideal for a gentle nature walk while learning about diverse tree species via interpretation points, offering a peaceful break from typical countryside rambles.

Walking routeLocal network
3.87 km from campsite
Operator: University of York

YorActive Trail

Walking routeLocal network
4.74 km from campsite
Route length: 5 km
Operator: University of York
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Foss Walk

Hiking routeRegional network
9.84 km from campsite

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