An ideal waterside setting by the River Ouse, The Riverfront York is a family and dog friendly touring park, just ten minutes from York. Campervans, caravans, and motorhomes are all welcome on the electric hardstanding pitches, with a range of glamping too. Onsite you can even hire boats, with a play park and beauty treatments available too. For grabbing a tasty bite to eat, there is also a restaurant, cafe and seasonal pizza oven!

Family and dog friendly touring park by the River Ouse with onsite boat hire

Onsite restaurant, cafe bar and seasonal pizza oven using fresh produce with riverside seating!

Within ten minutes of central York, York Races, Designer Outlet York and the National Railway Museum

About The Riverfront York

A top location for leisurely outings on the water, enjoying delicious meals and exploring the charming city of York, just ten minutes away. The site enjoys glorious surroundings, set amongst lush greenery with stunning riverside views. For campervans, caravans, and motorhomes up to 10m there are 25 hardstanding pitches. Each pitch includes its own grassed area with a 16 amp electric hook up and water supply, allowing up to six guests per pitch. There are also a range of glamping units including a houseboat sleeping up to seven, shepherd's huts and cabins. All of the units come fully furnished with comfy beds and heating. Enjoy easy access to a variety of outdoor activities and a variety of dining options available onsite. From farm-fresh produce to delicious seafood, each ingredient is carefully selected to deliver a brilliant culinary experience. Bosun's serves a full range of menus, a-la-carte, Sunday lunch, children's menus, Steak Special from Thursday to Sunday. From the park, you can head out on scenic walks along the River Ouse. And for those who wish to explore further, the city of York awaits, just a short bus (or boat) ride away, with self-drive motorboats and kayaks available to hire from the site! Four-legged friends can join you for your stay too, with up to two pups permitted per pitch. Please note, open fires are not permitted but gas BBQs are allowed.

The Riverfront York is open from 01/03 to 02/11 in 2024 and from 01/03 to 31/10 in 2025.

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Facilities and amenities

Onsite facilities include toilets, showers, a washing up area and laundry facilities (token operated). There is also site-wide WiFi and a play area for kids. Motorboats and kayaks can be hired too, with bookable beauty treatments available.

There is Bosun's Restaurant (open Thursday to Sunday) and The Riverfront Cafe Bar (open seven days a week) where you can purchase breakfast, coffee, snacks and drinks. Bosun's Pizza Oven offers fresh wood-fired pizza seasonally on Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

For more pubs, shops and local attractions, including York Races and York Designer Outlet, the centre of York is just 15 minutes 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


Map and address

Park address

The Riverfront York,

Ferry Lane, Bishopthorpe, York, Yorkshire, YO23 2SB

Coordinates

53.9213, -1.0886 | SE 59 47

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The Riverfront York is ideal for...

Couples

Older children (13+)

Peace and quiet

Young children


There are 31 accommodation options on-site

Bookable pitches and accommodation options

4 x Hardstanding Pitches

Max 6 people

Hardstanding pitches with a grass area, 16 amp electric hookups and water supply. Suitable for campervans, caravans, and motorhomes up to 10m.

Hardstanding pitches

21 x Hardstanding Pitches (No Awning)

Max 6 people

Hardstanding pitches varying in size with a grass area, 16 amp electric hookups and water supply. Suitable for campervans, caravans, and motorhomes up to 11m. Awnings larger than a canopy awning are not permitted on these pitches.


4 x Shepherd's Huts

Max 4 people

Fully furnished shepherd's huts sleeping 2-4 with proper beds, bedding and heating. Includes a small private deck area.

Glamping Cabin

Max 2 people

Round glamping cabin with a double bed, bedding, heating and tea and coffee making facilities. Small outside deck area. Shared facilities nearby.

Houseboat

Max 7 people

House boat with two double bedrooms, a bunk bedroom with three single beds, two bathrooms and an upstairs toilet. Open plan kitchen and living area. Outdoor deck with riverside views.


The Riverfront York reviews

4.62 /5

41 reviews

93%

would recommend

Overall
4.62
Location
4.85
Value for money
4.68
Service
4.54
Facilities
4.46
Cleanliness
4.59

Lovely place

Deane P

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Motorhome - Hardstanding Pitches (No Awning)Oct 2024

The manager came out to see us as we arrived and showed us to our pitch, they explained where all the facilities were. A great location for us and an easy walk to the centre of York along the river bank. A great restaurant and river side café.

Site's response

Many thank yous for your review Deane. We are thrilled you had a great time when visiting us at The Riverfront York and look forward to welcoming you back in the future.

Great stay

Jessica W

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VW-Type Campervan - Hardstanding PitchesOct 2024

A great stay and a perfect location. Very clean site, we would definitely recommend and we will definitely be returning, thank you.

Site's response

Many thanks for taking the time to review your visit to The Riverfront York, Jessica. We are thrilled you had a great time with us and look forward to welcoming you back in 2025, by which time we will have completed the next round of upgrades to our site.

Absolutely fantastic

Paul M

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Motorhome - Hardstanding PitchesOct 2024

Absolutely fantastic, we loved watching the boats going up and down the river. It could do with some more lights set up, say some standard lights, but overall good.

Site's response

Thank you for your review Paul. We are thrilled you found The Riverfront York site to be fantastic. We take all suggestions seriously and will consider additional lighting for the extensive further development we have planned for the close season. We look forward to seeing you next year.

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FAQ

Check-in is available from 1pm until 5pm. Please let the site know if you're delayed. Check out is before 11am on your final day.

With up to two dogs allowed per pitch, your canine companions are more than welcome here, please just make sure they are kept on their lead and not left unattended. Breeds and crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act are not permitted.

Yes, awnings with breathable ground sheets are allowed. Please make sure to select this as an option when booking.

The electric hook up is 16 amp.


Treat yourself to a facial or pamper at Skin Serenity Beauty salon located onsite. Skin Serenity specialises in enhancing your natural beauty through personalised facial aesthetics treatments and tailored skincare solutions.

Explore the peaceful waters with the motorboat or kayak hire services. Whether you're seeking a leisurely journey up the river to soak in the stunning scenery, or a family outing filled with laughter and memories, The Riverfront York's fleet of well-maintained rivercraft are great for a fun day out.

The historic city of York is also within a ten minute drive. Take a trip to York Races, visit the National Railway Museum or shop till you drop at the Designer Outlet York.

Other nearby attractions include:

  • Askham Bryan Wildlife and Conservation Park (10 minutes)
  • York Castle Museum (10 minutes)
  • Jorvik Viking Centre (10 minutes)
  • The York Dungeon (10 minutes)
  • The Web Adventure Park (20 minutes)
The listing for The Riverfront York was last updated on October 31st, 2024 at 3:38 PM

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