Enjoy a relaxing glamping stay at Wigwam Holidays Forcett Grange, complete with a range of adult only, luxury ensuite pods with wood-fired hot tubs, perfect for couples. This charming and peaceful North Yorkshire base is nestled in an old quarry amongst glorious countryside, close to Barnard Castle and Richmond, and dense woodland. Fire pits are included and your four-legged friend is welcome too!
Close to the Pennines, Yorkshire Dales and North York Moors
Luxury adult only ensuite glamping pods with wood fired hot tubs and fire pits
Nestled in a secluded old quarry with an abundance of wildlife and wild flowers
About Wigwam Holidays Forcett Grange
Nestled into an old quarry and surrounded by woodland, Forcett Grange is a true hidden gem in North Yorkshire with access to the Pennines, Yorkshire Dales and North York Moors.
Escape the bustle to one of 12 adult only glamping pods, each with their very own wood-fired hot tub and ensuite shower room. These idyllic cabins are built to provide maximum comfort including beds with luxury memory foam mattresses. One set of double bedding and one towel set is provided per cabin. It really is a perfect retreat for couples.
You'll also have a well equipped kitchenette, Smart TV with DVD player, dining area and outdoor space with picnic bench. There's space for the dog too in the dog friendly cabins outside.
Enjoy a relaxing walk around 'The Field' or take down a glass of wine to enjoy from one of the picnic benches. For ultimate luxury, hire 'The Sauna' with its own outdoor deck with sun loungers and an outdoor shower. Completely private, it is the perfect way to enjoy the outdoors in style.
Campfires are welcome in the fire pits provided.
Wigwam Holidays Forcett Grange is open from 05/01 to 29/08.
Facilities and amenities
Each pod has its own ensuite featuring toilet, shower and wash basin - toiletries are provided. Wood fired hot tubs are included and fire pits are also located outside every glamping pod here. The Log Store on site stocks campfire essentials including logs and fire starter packs.
Guests can also enjoy 'The Open Field', a two acre space for walks with picnic benches, accessed by a woodland path. There is also a luxury Kirmai sauna and outdoor shower with a sun deck and loungers available to hire, also accessed by a woodland path with no one overlooking.
Adult only
Allow commercial vans
Allow pets
Bike hire
Café / restaurant
Communal BBQ
Disabled facilities
Drinking water
Electric hookups
Entertainment
Family friendly
Fires allowed
Fishing
Games room
Glamping
Golf
Horse riding
Hot tub
Internet access
Kids club
Kids playground
Laundry
Near beach
Near pub
Open year round
Peaceful
RV pitches
Shop
Showers
Swimming pool
Toilets
TV room
Vineyard
Water hookups
Watersports
W.C. disposal
A note from the site themselves...
Forcett Grange is a truly unique site - when we had the vision to create our glampsite down the disused quarry, people thought we were mad! But we've created a really special haven, a retreat from the world with a stunning backdrop like no other.
We love nothing more than enjoying the serenity from the wood fired hot tubs, gazing upwards at the stars, and we love to share our passion for our site with all our guests, whether it's their first, fourth or fifth visit to us!
Adult only, ensuite glamping pods with wood fired hot tub, including a double bed with luxury bedding included. A well equipped kitchenette features fridge/freezer, toaster, microwave, hob, kettle and sink.
Pod - Ensuite Deluxe Wigwam Pod with Hot TubAug 2023
What an amazing location to unwind and chill out. There are two separate sites both with 6 pods, and each with a large grassed area should you want to play games [rounders/frisbee etc]. The surrounding woodland makes you feel secluded, and protected from the elements (except rain!). There is also a separate 2 acre paddock behind the reception block which you can make use of…. ideal for dogs. The owner Anthony also mentioned that they are just about to open a new sauna with private viewing deck as well.
The pods are fantastic, well equipped with everything you need and they are very clean and tidy. We had breakfast and evening meals outside at the table and made full use of the fire-pit and hot-tub each evening.
Sitting with a drink in the hot-tub in the evening looking at the clear skies was very relaxing. We also drove into Richmond a couple of times, which is only 5 or so miles, and is a thriving and lovely little town which has everything you could possibly need.
I have to give a special mention to the staff, especially Kelly, who works tirelessly to ensure your stay is a comfortable and pleasant experience. They are on the go all day everyday but always at hand should you need anything and are some of the friendliest people you will ever meet.
If you want to get away, unwind and reset, this is the place to go. So peaceful and definitely somewhere my wife and I will return to. Do not be concerned about some of the (unjustified) negative reviews on here, this is a great little spot to get away. Great facilities and space and very attentive staff, should you require their assistance.
Site's response
Sometimes you read a review that makes you smile for a week... and this is one of those reviews. Words cannot thank you and your family enough David for staying with us, and for this fabulous review. It's a credit to our whole team, and it's lovely to see their efforts are noticed and appreciated - we really are on the go all day! I've passed on your kind words and we all look forward to seeing you again soon. Anthony and the team.
Relaxing weekend
Recommends site
Stephen S
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Pod - Ensuite Deluxe Wigwam Pod with Hot TubMay 2024
Great site clean and well layed out accommodation really impressive and everything you need is to hand.
Can not fault this site well run and peaceful aspect highly recommend.
Everything Excellent
Recommends site
John B
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Pod - Ensuite Deluxe Wigwam Pod with Hot TubMay 2024
Everything about this site was excellent. From the well appointed and clean pods to the extremely helpful staff. The new sauna is amazing with a full window wall outlooking a private veranda and lovely views. Very quiet and peaceful environment with lots of interesting walks in the area and also short drives to lovely market an historic towns like Richmond
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What time is check-in and check out at Wigwam Holidays Forcett Grange?
You can check-in between 3pm and 5pm. Check out is by 10am the day of your departure please.
Is Wigwam Holidays Forcett Grange dog-friendly?
Dogs are welcome onsite, with a maximum of two per booking, and at an additional cost of £15 per dog, per night.
Does Wigwam Holidays Forcett Grange allow BBQs and campfires?
Each pod comes with a fire pit and grill that you are welcome to use, personal BBQs and campfires are not allowed. Fire starter packs and logs can be purchased onsite or via extras when booking. The site asks that you only use firewood, no coal or charcoal is allowed.
Can I park near my pitch at Wigwam Holidays Forcett Grange? Or Is there parking adjacent to the pitch?
There is parking available for one car per pod, this will be within 50m of your pod.
Things to do on site and in the Richmond area
Take your pick of daytrips to the incredible landscape of the Dales, Moors and Pennines AONB. Take time to trek up the Three Peaks for spectacular views or soak up the scenery on a steam train ride.
Keen hikers can explore the North Pennines, packed with riverside walks, lush woodland and much more to explore. Perhaps time your visit to attend the stargazing festival here too.
Or pop to Richmond Castle nearby and take in the views overlooking the town before wandering along the picturesque gardens found at Kiplin Hall.
Other attractions nearby:
Raby Castle, Gardens and Deer Park
Bowes Museum and the Silver Swan
River Swale Waterfalls
The listing for Wigwam Holidays Forcett Grange was last updated on May 20th, 2024 at 5:41 AM