Just a 20 minute drive from York, The Darling Woods of May offers a peaceful rural retreat, surrounded by woodland and set amongst wildflower meadows. Enjoy a romantic adult only getaway in one of the luxury ensuite shepherd's huts with private wood-fired hot tubs and cosy log burning stoves. There are even onsite alpacas with walking experiences available!

Peaceful glamping surrounded by woodlands and wildflower meadows, 20 minutes to York

Luxury adult only cabins with modern ensuites, kitchens and private hot tubs!

Onsite alpacas with walking and party experiences available, plus a gift shop

About The Darling Woods of May

This peaceful glamping site is set in over 12 acres, providing a relaxing countryside retreat whilst still within a 20 minute drive of the attractions of York. Home to a friendly herd of alpacas, guests can also be treated to walking and date night alpaca experiences. Stay in one of the two adult only luxury shepherd's huts. Sleeping up to two, each of the cabins comes fully furnished with a king size bed, luxury bedding and a wood burner for keeping you toasty, even in the cooler months. Each includes a fully equipped kitchenette with a cooker, fridge, kettle and more, perfect for cooking up a delicious breakfast or dinner. You will also have your own modern ensuite with a flushing toilet, rainfall shower, hand basins, towels, robes and slippers. Outside there is a private garden area comprised of an outdoor dining area, fairy lights, a fire pit, a swing seat and a wood-fired hot tub! Campers can also enjoy a fire pit or BBQ, with some to hire from the site, plus logs and charcoal to purchase too. Please note, this site is pet free due to the resident alpacas.

The shepherd's huts are open all year. Camping is available from the end of May to October.


Facilities and amenities

Each glamping unit has its own ensuite. Fire pits are available to hire, with logs and charcoal for sale too, along with a swing for little ones.

There is also a small gift shop, plus onsite alpacas with walking experiences and parties (extra cost) available.

For picking up essentials, there's a Co-op and Londis within a five minute drive. The Oddfellows Arms is also only a five minute drive away.

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Adult only

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Allow commercial vans

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Allow pets

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Bike hire

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Café / restaurant

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Communal BBQ

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Disabled facilities

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Drinking water

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Electric hookups

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Entertainment

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Family friendly

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Fires allowed

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Fishing

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Games room

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Glamping

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Golf

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Horse riding

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Hot tub

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Internet access

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Kids club

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Kids playground

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Laundry

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Near beach

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Near pub

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Open year round

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Peaceful

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RV pitches

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Shop

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Showers

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Swimming pool

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Toilets

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TV room

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Vineyard

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Water hookups

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Watersports

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W.C. disposal


A note from the site themselves...

Hello, we are Sophie and Simon - your hosts at The Darling Woods of May! In 2018, we took on a huge challenge when we purchased a forgotten woodland, with a vision to transform it into a thriving haven for wildlife. Over the past years, alongside our four children, we have dedicated our time, blood, sweat and tears (mostly Sophie's tears and Simon's blood!) to reviving this woodland.

​With a commitment to conservation, we have carefully nurtured this land, creating a sanctuary where flora and fauna flourish. Along the way, we also became accidental alpaca farmers - and now you can enjoy getting to know our lovely herd of alpacas by booking a meet and greet session or a woodland walk.

Our project is still very much a work in progress and when you visit the land you will notice that some parts have not yet been touched - don't worry, we're working on it! Please be careful when you're exploring - you may come across things such as exposed rabbit holes or brambles and nettles!

We can't thank you enough for choosing to visit us at The Darling Woods and we really hope you love this place as much as we do. As we continue to grow our new venture, we are eager to ensure everything is done properly and welcome any feedback or suggestions to help us on this exciting path. We really hope you enjoy your visit.


Map and address

Park address

The Darling Woods of May ,

Feoffee Lane , Yapham Common, Pocklington, Yorkshire, YO42 1PF

Coordinates

53.9458, -0.8362 | SE 76 50

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The Darling Woods of May is ideal for...

Couples

Peace and quiet


There are 2 accommodation options on-site

Bookable pitches and accommodation options

The Botanist Shepherd's Hut

Max 2 people

Shepherd's hut with a king size bed, linen and bedding. Includes a kitchen, modern ensuite, wood burner and seating. Outside is a private garden area with seating and a wood-fired hot tub. Adults only. No pets allowed.

The Heartwood Shepherd's Hut

Max 2 people

Luxury woodland shepherd's hut with a king size bed, linen and bedding. Includes a kitchen, modern ensuite, dining table, wood burner and seating. Outside is a private garden area with seating and a wood-fired hot tub. Adults only. No pets allowed.

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FAQ

Check-in is available from 3pm until 10pm on the day of arrival. Please advise the site if you are delayed. Check out is by 10.30am on the day of departure. If you have booked an 11am alpaca experience, please ensure you have packed away your pitch first.

Unfortunately, due to alpacas being on the farm, the site does not allow dogs.

Open fires in fire pits and raised BBQs are permitted except in hot and dry weather, due to surrounding woodlands. Please note, the fuel, logs and coal must be purchased on site.

The site caters for families and couples only, and does not accept group bookings of more than one unit. Hen and stag parties are not accepted.

Yes, bedding and linen is provided in the accommodation at The Darling Woods of May.

The nearest bus stop is a 25 minute walk from the site, located on York Road. The nearest train station is York, which is a 30 minute drive away.


Animal lovers must go and say hello to the onsite alpacas. There are also onsite walking experiences available to book.

The charming city of York (20 minutes) is also great for day trips. Wander the charming cobbled streets, visit the National Railway Museum York or Jorvik Viking Centre.

If you're looking for a relaxing morning or afternoon out, visit Burnby Hall Gardens (5 minutes). The scenic gardens are home to over 100 varieties of waterlily, along with scenic lakes full of fish.

Other nearby attractions include:

  • Allerthorpe Lakeland Park (10 minutes)
  • Yorkshire Air Museum and Allied Air Forces Memorial (15 minutes)
  • Piglets Adventure Farm (20 minutes)
  • Yorkshire Wolds Railway (20 minutes)
  • National Trust - Beningbrough Hall, Gallery and Gardens (35 minutes)
The listing for The Darling Woods of May was last updated on November 1st, 2024 at 7:23 AM

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