The Ranch
Sowerby, Thirsk YO7 1JS, UK
View on Google MapsA campsite near Scarborough
About The Ranch
For a taster of bracing North Yorkshire air plus a dollop of peace and quiet, The Ranch has got you covered. This adults-only rural campsite sits in the village of Irton, 15 minutes' drive from Scarborough, with the North York Moors National Park, sandy North Sea beaches and Yorkshire Wolds walks all within easy reach. It's a tiny operation—just a handful of grass pitches with optional electric hook-up on a working equestrian yard, so expect grazing horses as your neighbours and a requirement to keep dogs on leads.
Fishing, surfing, sunbathing and indoor pool swimming are all available within 20 minutes' drive, alongside golf courses, riding schools and mountain-biking trails. Cosy traditional Yorkshire pubs and seafood dining options sit five to ten minutes away by car. Facilities are simple—showers, toilets, washing-up area and chemical disposal—but the 4.9 Google rating suggests visitors appreciate the tranquil, no-frills charm. Well-behaved dogs are welcome year-round.
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Pitch types
- Electric optional grass pitch
Pitch details as listed by the booking provider — availability and exact pricing shown at checkout.
Lodges & pods
- Camping pod
Hook-up
Facilities
Takeaway & food delivery
Handy if you fancy a night off cooking — here's what delivers near this site.
Just Eat — 3 takeaways deliver to this postcode (YO7 1JS)
Manor Italia
5.0 · Italian, Pizza
Pizza Pronto
5.0 · Pizza, Kebab
Regency Pizza
4.5 · Pizza, Kebab
Checked 26 Aug 2026 — always confirm on justeat.co.uk before ordering, as coverage can change.
Deliveroo — 51 restaurants nearby
McDonald's
KFC
Pizza Hut
Subway
Morrisons
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.
- Morrisons, Scarborough 1.7 miles
- Lidl, Scarborough 2.3 miles
- Sainsbury's, Scarborough 3.2 miles
- Tesco, Scarborough 3.3 miles
- Aldi, Scarborough 3.5 miles
- Co-op, Scarborough 3.9 miles
- Asda, Malton 15.6 miles
Straight-line distances — the drive will be longer. Store data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
Opening hours
- Monday
- 8:30 AM – 8:30 PM
- Tuesday
- 8:30 AM – 8:30 PM
- Wednesday
- 8:30 AM – 8:30 PM
- Thursday
- 8:30 AM – 8:30 PM
- Friday
- 8:30 AM – 8:30 PM
- Saturday
- 8:30 AM – 8:30 PM
- Sunday
- 8:30 AM – 8:30 PM
What visitors say
We stayed for 3 nights, what a lovely peaceful site. Very clean toilet, shower and washing blocks. Denise the host was so lovely, all staff that worked at the stables were very friendly. To say it was a working horse stable it was still very quiet. The village was lovely too. Would recommend to anyone wanting a relaxing peaceful kid free area. We're booking again for in couple months
3 months ago · via Google
Out of the way so nice and quiet with limited spaces. Has a couple of glamping pods, but they weren't in use when we were there. If you want peace and quiet, then this is the place. Water and power available if you need it. Views across the fields with horses in them. Would definitely stay there again.
a month ago · via Google
What an absolute gem of a caravan site, set on the edge of a North Yorkshire village. The shower and washroom facilities were a pleasure to use, very clean and plenty of hot water. If you like to get away from the hustle of everyday life and the noise of children then this place is perfect for you too. Couldn't of asked for a better weekend break.
a month ago · via Google
I love smaller campsites, so if you do, this is for you. Good hot showers. Beautiful Walks. Friendly & Accomodating owner. Beautiful Views, is on an Equestrian Centre to, so gorgeous horses to watch. Dog friendly. Has Pods as well as grass plots for van, motor homes, tents & caravan. Peaceful and easily accessible. Well priced and around 15 mins from Scarborough Beach. Nice pubs in Seamer next village along. Highly recommended.
a year ago · via Google
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