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Sleningford Watermill Caravan and Camping Park

North Stainley, Ripon HG4 3HQ, UK

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A campsite near Ripon

About Sleningford Watermill Caravan and Camping Park

Sleningford Watermill Caravan and Camping Park sits just outside Ripon, where the River Ure meanders through North Yorkshire farmland. Reviewers consistently praise the flat, spacious pitches—many right by the water with lovely river views—and the spotless facilities, from immaculate showers to well-kept washing areas. The friendly owners are often on hand to help with any hitches, adding a welcoming touch to what might otherwise be a standard touring site.

You'll find a good spread of pitch types: grass options with or without electric hook-up, plus premium hardstanding spots along the riverside, in the mill courtyard, or overlooking the water. Dogs are welcome, families feel at home here, and there's no Wi-Fi to tempt you away from the scenery. It's a solid, well-run base for exploring the Yorkshire Dales, Fountains Abbey, and historic Ripon itself.

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People say this campsite offers excellent pitches, many of which are flat, spacious, and located by the river with stunning views. Visitors also highlight the spotless and well-maintained facilities, including showers and washing areas. They also mention the friendly and helpful staff, who are often on hand to assist with issues.

Summary via Google

Can I bring...?

Tent pitches
⚡ Electric
🚐 Caravans welcome
🚌 Motorhomes welcome
Glamping available
🛖 Lodges & pods

Pitch types

  • 47 x Non Electric Grass Pitches
  • 48 x Electric Grass Pitches
  • 2 x Electric Hardstanding Mill Pitches
  • 6 x Electric Riverside Hardstanding Pitches
  • River View Electric Hardstanding Pitch
  • Electric Courtyard Hardstanding Pitch

Pitch details as listed by the booking provider — availability and exact pricing shown at checkout.

Hook-up

Electric hook-up
🔌 EV charging

Facilities

🚿 Hot showers
📶 Free WiFi
🏊 Swimming pool
🛒 Onsite shop
🎠 Children's play area
🍖 BBQs allowed
🔥 Campfires allowed
🧺 Laundry
🎣 Fishing
🛁 Hot tub
Accessible facilities
🅿️ Hardstanding pitches
🍽️ Bar/restaurant on site
🧒 Good for children
🚻 Toilets on site
Allow pets on site Electric hookups Family friendly Showers Toilets W.C. disposal Drinking water No WiFi

Takeaway & food delivery

Handy if you fancy a night off cooking — here's what delivers near this site.

Just Eat — 7 takeaways deliver to this postcode (HG4 3HQ)

Pizza Parada

5.0 · Pizza, Kebab

Glorious Garden

5.0 · Chinese

The George Carvery

5.0 · British, Carvery

Cardamom Black

5.0 · Indian, Grill

Domino's - Ripon

3.5 · Pizza, Chicken

Checked 26 Aug 2026 — always confirm on justeat.co.uk before ordering, as coverage can change.

Deliveroo — 1 restaurant nearby

Dollys Cake

Checked 26 Aug 2026 — always confirm on deliveroo.co.uk before ordering, as coverage can change.

Nearest supermarkets

Handy if you're self-catering or need to stock up on arrival.

  • Co-op, Masham 3.9 miles
  • Tesco, Ripon 4.7 miles
  • Aldi, Ripon 4.7 miles
  • Sainsbury's, Ripon 4.8 miles
  • Morrisons, Ripon 5.7 miles
  • Lidl, Thirsk 9.3 miles
  • Asda, Northallerton 11.3 miles

Straight-line distances — the drive will be longer. Store data © OpenStreetMap contributors.

Location

North Stainley, Ripon HG4 3HQ, UK Get directions

Opening hours

Sleningford Watermill Caravan and Camping Park is open from 01/04 to 30/10.

What visitors say

sean Bee

Not much nearby but as a result soooooooo peaceful. Nice site. Good facilities (no motorhome service point so grey water a bit of a faff). Toilets clean and fresh. Small shop. Laundry. 2 pubs within a mile. Riverside location with fly fishing. Nice.

a month ago · via Google

Sharon Cawthorne

An absolutely awesome campsite, in a great location by the river. Lots of great flat pitches, that are a decent size, with electrical hook up. The facilities are lovely and clean, and the staff really friendly. We stayed in the midst of Storm Dave, and when someone lost their tent the staff were on hand to help out. It's very quiet after 10pm, and it's in a dark skies location so it suited us to do some star gazing. Although, due to the storm we didn't get much done. But we had a great stay all the same, and we are hoping to be back at some point.

4 months ago · via Google

Roger B

Stayed at Slenningford Mill for a night as part of a longer road trip. What a lovely campsite, superb Riverside location and in easy walking distance of the local village pubs. We will be sure to come back and stay for longer.

2 months ago · via Google

Roy Powell

Very nice camp site very friendly staff my only criticism is they could do with a another shower block but in fairness they do tell you on their Web site the distant to shower and toilet block so can't say I didn't know before I went

2 months ago · via Google

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