Camping in Withernwick

There are no campsites within Withernwick village itself, but the surrounding Holderness countryside and nearby coast around Hornsea offer a handful of options for those wanting to camp or glamp in the area. As with anywhere else in England, wild camping is illegal without the landowner’s permission, so stick to licensed sites, certified caravan and camping club locations, or farm campsites that welcome tents.

The flat, open Holderness plain around Withernwick makes for easy, gentle cycling and walking between sites, though it also means pitches can be exposed to the wind coming off the North Sea, so a sturdy tent and good pegs are worth having, especially in autumn and winter. Hornsea, just a few miles north, has static caravan parks and touring sites within reach of its beach and Mere, some of which also take tents, while smaller farm-based campsites are scattered across the surrounding villages, often with simple facilities and a peaceful, rural feel.

Glamping options in this part of East Yorkshire tend towards shepherd’s huts, pods and safari tents on working farms, giving a comfortable way to enjoy the big Holderness skies without the commitment of a full camping kit. Summer is by far the most popular and reliable season to camp here, with long evenings and the best chance of settled weather, though spring and early autumn can also be pleasant and considerably quieter. Whatever time of year you visit, booking ahead is wise, as many of the smaller local sites have only a handful of pitches.