Breaks Fold Farm is an ideal base for exploring the Yorkshire Dales, Nidderdale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and the Washburn Valley. Situated on the edge of the stunning Thruscross Reservoir, the farm offers excellent access to a wide range of local attractions and outdoor activities. As a traditional Yorkshire hill farm, it is home to sheep, cows, horses and hens, along with an abundance of local wildlife. Guests staying at this award-winning farm can fully immerse themselves in the breathtaking surroundings of West End and Thruscross Reservoir.
This small, family-run site is set in a beautiful rural location and welcomes tents and small campervans. Its non-commercial approach ensures a peaceful and relaxed atmosphere, where guests can unwind and enjoy the simplicity of nature. The owners are on hand to help when needed while respecting guests’ privacy, allowing for a truly restful stay. With tranquil surroundings and a genuine back-to-nature feel, Breaks Fold Farm provides the perfect escape from the stresses of modern life.
Camping
The site welcomes tents, tent boxes and small campervans, including short wheelbase VW campers with standard-sized drive-away awnings and trailer tents. Motorhomes and caravans are not accepted. Each booking includes one tent, one car and one toilet tent, with any additional items requiring separate bookings.
There are 20 basic grass tent pitches without electric hook-ups and 5 grass pitches with electric hook-up. There is no minimum stay requirement, although certain dates, such as bank holidays, may require a two or three-night minimum stay. Single-night bookings are available throughout the season, with check-in between 2 pm and 8 pm. Set within a quiet three-acre site, the location offers a peaceful rural environment with plenty of wildlife and farm animals.
Facilities include a toilet block with separate male and female toilets, along with a wet-room-style shower block featuring two male and two female private rooms, each equipped with a toilet, sink and shower. There is a chemical waste disposal point for green fluid only. Guests also have access to an information hut with three wash-up sinks, a shared fridge and freezer, and an indoor/outdoor washing-up area. A small children’s play area is available.
The site provides direct access to miles of off-road walking routes and is located on the 3 Dales Trail. Dogs are welcome for a small charge but must be kept on a lead at all times, with a maximum of two dogs per booking in the camping field. Barbecues are permitted if raised off the ground, while open fires are not allowed. Only fire pits and wood purchased on-site may be used, subject to weather conditions. The site is family-friendly, backpacker-friendly, Duke of Edinburgh pre-booked group-friendly and motorbike-friendly. Free basic WiFi is available on-site, although coverage may vary.
Shepherds Huts
Located in the CS field, each shepherd’s hut is positioned in its own private space, offering outstanding views across open fields, Thruscross Reservoir and the surrounding woodland of the Washburn Valley. Guests can relax on the hut’s balcony, take in the scenery and watch the animals roam, creating a peaceful and memorable retreat.
The Swaledale hut is decorated in fresh green tones and themed around Swaledale sheep, which are a key part of the farm and easily recognised by their distinctive black faces and curled horns.
The Herdwick hut features modern blue tones with a Herdwick sheep theme. Named after the farm’s own Herdwick sheep, often affectionately referred to as “Houdinis” due to their mischievous nature, these animals frequently graze nearby, adding character to the glamping experience.
Wensleydale is a slightly larger hut designed for longer stays. It includes a king-sized bed, a more spacious kitchen area and additional indoor space, making it ideal for extended visits. Named after the Wensleydale Longwool breed and the well-known Yorkshire dale, this hut also offers a later checkout time of 11 am for added convenience.
All huts are designed for up to two adults and provide a peaceful, pet-free and infant-free retreat.
The farm’s location near Thruscross Reservoir offers access to a variety of local attractions and outdoor activities. There are six reservoirs nearby with scenic walking routes, while attractions such as Lightwater Valley Theme Park and Bolton Abbey are within easy reach, providing something for everyone to enjoy.
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