Welcome To Dove Cote Lodge Camping
Dove Cote Lodge Camping is a quiet, five-pitch campsite in Cliffe‑cum‑Lund, near Selby, North Yorkshire.
We offer spacious grass pitches for tents, tent boxes, and campervans—caravans and motorhomes are not permitted. Guests can also book exclusive site hire for private retreats and group stays.
Our heated facilities include toilets, showers, and a washing-up area with fridge/freezer. Wildlife-friendly planting, mature trees, a communal fire pit and BBQ, create a peaceful atmosphere ideal for families, solo campers, and small groups.
✅Tents
✅Tent Boxes
✅Campervans
✅Minimum two night's stay on weekends
✅Minimum one night's stay during the week
✅Communal Fire Pit
✅Communal BBQ
✅Dog-Friendly
✅Private Bookings
✅Group Bookings
❌Caravans
❌Motorhomes
❌WIFI
Mini FAQ **Can I hire the whole site?** Yes—exclusive hire includes all five pitches for up to 25 guests. Minimum stay is two nights. **Are dogs allowed?** Yes—dogs are welcome on leads. Please clean up after them and use the designated bins. **Do you allow caravans or motorhomes?** No. Our site is suitable for tents, tent boxes, and campervans only. **Is electricity available?** Yes—electric hook-ups (EHUs) are available for £5 per pitch, per night.
Who Are We & Why We Created Dove Cote Lodge Camping
Natalie
For more than 15 years Natalie had a dream of utilising her family field.
Every year Natalie's family and friends attended her Selby festival, which was being held there, and those happy memories gave Natalie such joy, so we created Dove Cote Lodge to be the kind of place we’d want to stay ourselves—peaceful, friendly, and just a little tucked away. With only five pitches, there’s space to breathe, listen to the birds, and enjoy slow mornings with your dog snoozing beside you.
Liz
The dream became a reality with the arrival of Liz. Her skill and practicality saw the family field transformed into the wonderful, friendly camp site that we have today.
It was challenging at times but great fun too and we are so proud of what we have achieved.
We believe camping shouldn’t be noisy or crowded—it should feel like coming home to a quiet corner of the countryside.
Rooted In North Yorkshire
Located close to Selby, our campsite is surrounded by walking paths, nature reserves, and charming local villages. Whether you're heading out to explore or staying put, seeking solitude to unwind, wanting a breath of fresh air, or a shared moment under the stars,
Dove Cote Lodge is here to welcome you.
Creating Dove Cote Lodge Camping
The Beginning
of the Campsite 2017
In the last few years, the field the campsite had been created from, become too much of a task for one person to maintain. The gate had been closed and the grass was left to over grow. The field had become full of tall weeds and brambles.
With the purchase of a newer, larger mower and several days of dry weather, together we held our breath and took our first tentative steps towards the marathon mow we were to face.
Would the ride-on mower manage to complete the mammoth task ahead?
The Hard Work Pays Off
Within a few weeks of mowing and clearing, the vision of a campsite was actually becoming a reality. We could see the potential.
The grass came back very lush and thick very quickly.
Toilet Facilities Delivered
We were so excited when the toilet block was delivered, but this soon turned into one of our biggest stresses to date, when the delivery driver decided he couldn't fit his HIAB through our driveway!
A couple of weeks later and with a competent driver, our toilets were placed where they were going to reside.
The Road Was Levelled
After the electrics were installed for the EHU units,
the new road was distributed and levelled.
The Fencing Frenzy
Knowing that a safe and private campsite was what we wanted, we had to take the big decision of fencing in the field.
For over 20 years Natalie had an open view of the beautiful surrounding countryside, but a safe place was what was needed.
A very knowledgeable friend Phil, stepped in and took on the mammoth job and with a little help from Liz, the transformation took shape.