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North Yorkshire, North East

Bay Ness Farm

— (0)Price on Pitchup54.487°N, 0.616°W
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The calls of seabirds echo across the flat coastal plain where Bay Ness Farm sits beneath wide North Yorkshire skies. Here, the morning light rolls in from the North Sea, illuminating a working farm where camping feels refreshingly uncomplicated and close to the elements.

This is a pitch for those who prefer their camping straightforward and unpretentious—touring caravans, campervans, and tents all find space on this North Yorkshire coastal site. The region offers dramatic clifftop walks, fossil-hunting beaches, and historic fishing villages within easy reach, making it ideal for explorers who return to camp pleasantly tired from coastal adventures.

Facilities are kept simple with toilets and showers provided, letting the landscape do the talking. Campfires may be permitted, though you'll need to check when you arrive. The atmosphere here is genuinely rural, with the rhythm of farm life adding authenticity to your stay. It's camping that feels honest and unadorned—just you, your pitch, and the bracing North Sea air.

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Weather Outlook
Current Conditions
13°C
Drizzle
9 mph
92%
7-Day Outlook
Today
16° / 10°
96%
Tue
14° / 9°
91%
Wed
14° / 8°
100%
Thu
17° / 9°
65%
Fri
20° / 13°
29%
Sat
17° / 12°
6%
Sun
28° / 12°
10%
Source: Open-Meteo · Updated hourly
Walks Nearby

Local walks within 10 km

6 routes found via OpenStreetMap

King Charles III England Coast Path: Filey Brigg to North Gare

Follows England's dramatic northeastern coastline over highly varied terrain—flat clifftops, steep coastal paths, and long stretches of sandy beach. Significant ascents around Boulby Cliffs (the highest point on England's east coast) and rocky headlands, with gentler sections through Saltburn, Whitby and Scarborough. Not suitable for buggies; challenging for young children due to length, uneven surfaces and cliff edges. Dogs welcome but must be under control near livestock and cliff areas. Offer

Hiking routeNational trail
12.08 km from campsite
Operator: National Trails

Cleveland Way

Traces 110 miles around the North York Moors and Yorkshire coast, starting at Helmsley and finishing at Filey. Expect varied terrain—moorland climbs can be steep and exposed, while coastal sections are gentler with dramatic clifftop views. Suitable for experienced families with older children who can manage longer distances; not buggy-friendly due to stiles, rough paths, and steep gradients. Dogs welcome but must be under close control near livestock and cliff edges. Worth doing for the combinat

Hiking routeNational trail
12.13 km from campsite
Operator: National Trails

Goathland to Grosmont Rail Trail

Follows the historic railway line between two charming North York Moors villages, offering a flat, traffic-free path ideal for families with buggies and young children. Dogs welcome on leads. The gentle 3-mile route winds through peaceful woodland with glimpses of steam trains on the adjacent heritage railway line, connecting Goathland's famous station (Hogsmeade in Harry Potter) with riverside Grosmont—perfect for combining a scenic walk with a steam train return journey.

Walking routeLocal network
10.51 km from campsite

North Sea Trail, England

Hiking route
11.55 km from campsite

Esk Valley Walk

Hiking routeRegional network
13.51 km from campsite

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