Campground in a Wensleydale valley with riverside and open field pitches, near waterfalls and walking routes.
About Rukins Campsite
Rukins Campsite sits in Keld, a small settlement deep in Wensleydale in the Yorkshire Dales. The pitches spread across riverside and open field locations, giving campers a choice between the shelter of trees or unobstructed views across the valley. Kisdon Force waterfall is just up the road, and the wider area is laced with walking trails that follow becks and moorland paths.
The campsite runs its own shop and cafe on site, selling groceries and essentials alongside fresh cakes and hot food, so you do not need to leave for basics or a quick bite. Showers and toilet facilities are clean and spacious. The location suits anyone drawn to long walks and exploring the Dales on foot, whether that is a casual stroll to the waterfall or a serious hike across higher ground. Swimming spots in the river are accessible from the site.
What's nearby
- Keld Green Cafe 250m away
- Keld Lodge 250m away
- Kisdon Force 600m away
Distances as the crow flies, via Google
Good to know
Parking
- ✓Free car park
- ✓Paid car park
- ✓Paid street
Accessibility
- ✓Accessible parking
- ✓Accessible entrance
- ✓Accessible toilet
Payment
- ✓Credit cards
- ✓Debit cards
Details via Google — worth confirming with the site before you travel, especially for access needs.
Photos
Photos via Google
Visitors say this campsite offers beautiful riverside and open field pitches, along with clean and spacious showers and toilet facilities. They also highlight the convenient on-site shop and cafe, which sells essentials, fresh cakes, and hot food. Guests mention the friendly staff and the excellent location for walks and swimming spots.
Summary via Google
Can I bring...?
Facilities
No takeaway delivery found for this location on Just Eat or Deliveroo — you'll likely need to bring or buy supplies before you arrive.
Nearest supermarkets
Handy if you're self-catering or need to stock up on arrival.
- Co-op, Kirby Stephen 8.8 miles
- Morrisons, Barnard Castle 13.7 miles
- Lidl, Barnard Castle 14.4 miles
- Tesco 18 miles
- Aldi, Catterick Garrison 18.1 miles
Straight-line distances — the drive will be longer. Store data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
What visitors say
I visited for the day to cycle around the area. There’s an honesty‑box donation for day parking, which is a nice touch. I asked the owner if I could use the showers and he was happy for me to — really friendly people. It’s a lovely place. If you’re cycling, stick to the road because the Swale Trail is more suited to hikers than bikes. I got caught in the rain partway through, but it was still a great day out. I’ll definitely come back to walk the full 12‑mile trail. Reminder to everyone: always pack a raincoat, even when it looks sunny. The weather changes fast.
· via Google
Beautiful campsite, it was exactly what we needed. We were in the middle of the storm but the location and area was great. Right by the river, and a open field. Showers were great also. Thank you for a lovely stay, I would definitely recommend!
· via Google
Very Close to the C2C, cheap Site, Clean shower and Toilettes. Little Shop for the Most needed Things, friendly Welcome.
· via Google
Surely one of the finest campsites in the Dales. Wonderfully old fashioned and welcoming check in process in the farmhouse cafe/shop, plenty of pitches and a superb location next to Catrake Force. Indoor wash up room was a life saver when it came to midges (beware!) Showers also very spacious. Couldn't recommend more highly.
· via Google
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