Folly Gardens sits in a great location within easy walking distance from Whitby and the historic Abbey. It's ideally located for exploring the area, including Esk Valley, the North York Moors National Park and the North Yorkshire coast. You'll have direct access to the coastal footpath towards Robin Hood's Bay at this family friendly site too. Bring your tent or tourer and pitch on grass pitches with optional electric hook ups. Pet free site.
Family friendly site nestled on the North Yorkshire coast
Just a ten minute walk into Whitby, with direct access to the coastal path towards Robin Hood's Bay
Perfectly situated to explore the area, with Staithes, Runswick Bay and Sandsend a short drive away
About Folly Gardens Campsite
Nestled on the beautiful North Yorkshire coast between the Moors and the North Sea, this is a base for a real classic Yorkshire holiday, with Whitby just a ten minute stroll away. Pitches are all on grass, with non electric spots for tents and the choice of electric for those in a caravan, campervan or motorhome. Parking is available beside your pitch. A range of holiday cottages are also available for those not bringing a tent or tourer. The site is an ideal base for hopping in the car and exploring the local area further, including Esk Valley, the North York Moors National Park and the stunning North Yorkshire coast. For walkers, there's direct access to the coastal footpath towards Robin Hood's Bay, plus a short drive away is Dalby Forest, with a range of woodland trails to discover. Sorry, pets cannot stay.
Open from 1 March to 31 October
There are 27 accommodation options on-site
12 x Non Electric Grass Tent Pitches
Grass pitches for tents only without electric.
15 x Grass Touring Pitches
Pitches for campervans, motorhomes and small caravans with optional electric hook-ups.
Site tariff
Interested in staying at Folly Gardens Campsite?
Call 01947 601364 to book.
Unfortunately Folly Gardens Campsite doesn't share their availability calendar with us yet. Availability changes quickly, especially in summer, so we recommend enquiring by phone to avoid missing out.
Site rules and policies
*Arrival is from 12pm - 7pm, departure by 12pm
*Sorry, no pets are permitted on site
*Guests must be quiet from 10:30pm
*No 8/10 man tents
*No gazebos
*No fires
*No groups
*Payment in full on arrival
*Cancellations can be made up to 48 hours before arrival without charge
Things to do on site and in the Whitby area
Just a ten minute walk from the site takes you to the historic town of Whitby with its beautiful Abbey, restaurants, pubs, cafes and shops, don't miss the famous fish and chips here too! You can also access the coastal footpath towards beautiful Robin Hood's Bay directly from the site.
Don't fancy walking? A quick hop in the car will take you to Staithes, Runswick Bay and the incredible scenery of Sandsend.
Or how about some real monkey business in Dalby Forest, with Go Ape activities and great trails to discover on foot or on your mountain bike.
Heartbeat Country, as it's known, isn't just a fun place for TV buffs to explore (look for Goathland and you'll find Aidensfield), but it's also home to a nostalgic steam railway and picturesque moorland that walkers will love.
Other local attractions include:
- Whitby Coastal Cruises
- Whitby Distillery
- Pannett Park
- Danby Lodge National Park Centre
- Whitby Lobster Hatchery and Marine Discovery Centre
Interested in staying at Folly Gardens Campsite?
Call 01947 601364 to book.
Unfortunately Folly Gardens Campsite doesn't share their availability calendar with us yet. Availability changes quickly, especially in summer, so we recommend enquiring by phone to avoid missing out.
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