Wild Camping at
Tan Hill

Camp with us directly on the Pennine Way. Enjoy the great outdoors and make use of our many facilities.

A thrilling camping destination

The area has been popular with walkers since Neolithic times…

Why not come and camp directly on the Pennine Way, visit us in the Tan Hill Inn and sit by the fire and enjoy a real ale? The Tan Hill Inn is steeped in history, why not start the day with our hearty breakfast and order one of our packed lunches to take you through your next day’s trek.

It’s wild camping! Come and enjoy the beautiful views and fantastic skies. Camping costs £10 per person,  breakfast is not included but feel to book in for meals when you arrive and register.

To reserve your camping space, simply talk to our staff when you arrive at Tan Hill Inn.

Don’t want to camp? We have luxurious Premier rooms, cosy doubles and a bunkhouse that sleeps 8

Respectful Rules

Whilst we love to see as many mad wild campers, we would also like to see respectful camping for the environment that surrounds you.

  • All Campers please register before setting up camp.
  • NO CAMP FIRES, BBQ or GAS ITEMS
  • NO GLASS ALLOWED (sheep, birds and dogs roam this site)
  • From 10pm-7am please respect the peace of the campsite and others around you
    Toilets are located on the side of the building marked TOILET, please use it. Shower is seasonal (we are happy to allow you to use our staff shower when the outside shower isn’t in use).
  • OWN ALCOHOL OR FOOD must be consumed on the campsite only, not in the car park, front of or inside the Tan Hill Inn.
    Your own rubbish and litter came with you and must return home with you, we do not have enough refuge storage for yours as well. We will happily supply you with a bin bag.
  • Keep your tent Tag on your guy rope at all times and hand in on your departure
  • PLEASE NOTE: Anyone found breaking the rules will be removed and no refund will be returned

Camping is just £10 per person. Please do call us on 01833 533007 with any questions you may have

Our services

With its range of services and amenities catering to the needs of walkers, the Tan Hill Inn is the perfect base for exploring the Yorkshire Dales on foot.

Food & Drink

Pop into Tan Hill Inn for a pint or your favourite soft drink, join us for a hearty lunch or indulge at dinnertime. Our pub and restaurant is ideal for campers.

Packed Lunches

Heading out for a day of exploring? Stop by Tan Hill Inn on your way out for a thoughtfully prepared packed lunch.

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Established 1840.

The World Famous Tan Hill Inn is Britain’s highest public house at 1,732 feet (528m) above sea level.

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