Terms & Conditions — Dove Cote Lodge Camping

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Campsite Polices

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Welcome to Dove Cote Lodge Camping in North Yorkshire. We provide a peaceful, respectful space where guests can relax and enjoy the countryside. Please take a moment to read through our Terms & Conditions, which outline our booking policies, site rules and safety guidelines to help ensure a smooth and enjoyable stay for everyone.

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​​​Booking & Payment​

• A 25% deposit is required at the time of booking.

• Balance due 4 weeks before arrival.

• Payment methods: Bank transfer or PayPal.

• Note: Deposits are non-refundable unless agreed otherwise

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Arrival & Departure​​​

Check-in: Between 3.00pm and 7.00pm.

• Check-out: By 11.00am

• Please leave no footprint when departing

• Please notify us if running late — it helps us keep things smooth and welcoming!

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Pitching & Equipment

• Max 5 tents or campervans per booking (pup tents within pitch allowed)

• Gazebos permitted at no extra charge

• Pitches must be set in marked areas and 3 meters from boundaries

• Mains electrical hook-up must be safe and compliant

• Generators are not allowed at any time

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Site Rules

• Noise must be kept to an absolute minimum between 10pm and 8am.

• No amplified music or disruptive behaviour.

• Fires are only permitted in raised fire pits with proper ash disposal.

• Strictly no disposable BBQs — they pose a burn risk to the field.

• We ask all guests to treat each other respectfully. Inappropriate or aggressive behaviour may result in being asked to leave.

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Guest Requirements

• At least one guest must be aged 21+

• Under-18s must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian

• Names and ages of campers and day visitors must be provided prior to arrival

• Max 30 people on site at any one time

• Children should be under adult supervision at all times

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Dogs & Pets are welcome!

• Must be kept on a lead at all times.

• Please clean up thoroughly—place faeces in the large black wheelie bin only

• Excessive barking or disruptive behaviour may result in early departure.

• Pets must be supervised to avoid disturbance to other campers

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Noise & Courtesy

• No amplified music or sound systems

• Bluetooth speakers allowed if non-intrusive

• No excessive noise after 10:00PM

• Quiet time is strongly encouraged

• Use facilities respectfully and show courtesy to neighbours

• CCTV is in operation by neighbouring properties

• Climbing our fences to retrieve items is strictly prohibited

• Please have courtesy for us and our neighbours when using the facilities area

• The toilet block may have occasional use from guests of our household

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Safety & Conduct

• Fire pits and BBQs must be attended at all times and kept away from tents, gas or flammables

• Avoid use during windy conditions

• Fire points are marked— misuse of fire apparatus will be charged to your group

• Children must be supervised — especially near fire pits and shared areas.

• Please report any issues promptly so we can resolve them quickly.

• Cigarettes must be disposed of safely and never dropped on the ground

• Speed limit: 5 MPH throughout the site

• After 10PM, please park in the front carpark indicated on the site map

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Environment & Wildlife

• Please recycle using bins provided

• Glass and metal must be disposed of properly—especially with children/pets on site

• Wildlife wood piles must not be disturbed

• Help reduce carbon footprint with thoughtful behaviour

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Liability

• Dove Cote Lodge Camping accepts no responsibility for personal injury, loss, stolen, or fire/damage to property.

• Campers participate at their own risk and should ensure they have appropriate travel insurance if required.

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Prohibited Items & Behaviour

Do not use the following on site:

• Generators or amplified sound systems

• Model aircraft, drones, sky lanterns, Fireworks

• Catapults, air guns, firearms, bows and arrows

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Unacceptable behaviour includes:

• Threatening, abusive or foul language

• We reserve the right to evict guests at any time for disruptive conduct

• No antisocial substances or illegal activities.

• Persons subject to the Sexual Offenders Act 2003 may not use the site

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Cancellation Policy

• A 25% non-refundable deposit and completed booking form is required to secure your booking

• Balance due 6 weeks before arrival

• If payment is not received by 1 month prior, we reserve the right to re-advertise the pitch(s)

• Cancellations after this time are non-refundable

• No charge for amending names on your booking, but correct details must be provided before arrival for fire safety compliance

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Questions & Support

If you have any concerns or need clarification, feel free to contact us directly or have a look at our frequently asked questions page. We're here to help ensure your stay is relaxed, respectful, and full of fresh country air 🌸​​​​​​​​​​​​​​