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Kingfisher Lakes

North East England East Riding of Yorkshire Driffield

From £75 a night
Luxury Cabins Sleeping 2–6
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◀ February 2025 ▶

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Lakeside cabins in a beautiful East Yorkshire location

Based on a farm and set between two large lakes, there’s no special prize for guessing how this glamping site got its name. Located just off a quiet country lane and surrounded by mature willow trees, its luxury log cabins, yurts and safari lodges provide as peaceful a spot as you could wish for, and are a haven for wildlife, with herons and the odd kingfisher appearing regularly at the water's edge. Dragonflies abound, deer roam nearby, and the numerous country walks you can do from here make this a rural retreat par excellence.

The stars of the show at Kingfisher Lakes are the three beautiful lakeside cabins, all fully equipped with en-suite facilities, kitchens and wood-fired hot tubs. Two of the cabins, Sunset Lodge and Willow Lodge, are perfect for couples with a king-sized double bed and spacious lakeside balconies for romantic evenings under the stars. The larger Evergreen Lodge sleeps 2–6 and is ideal for families or small groups. Inside the cabin you'll find a king-sized double, bunk bedroom and there's space on a sofa bed for two more. In the large open plan living area there's a full kitchen, proper dining table and french doors that lead out onto a secluded deck with lake views.

Beyond the cabins, by a second lake, further glamping accommodation includes half a dozen safari lodges and yurts, complete with proper beds, wood-burning stoves, interior lighting and BBQ. Sleeping between 2 and 10 people, there's something for everyone and each has access to a covered cooking area and a central, wooden lodge where the toilets, showers and washing-up area are found.

The area is popular with walkers – paths lead directly from the site entrance – and deer are often spotted in the neighbouring fields. But it's the lakes that set this place apart, with lots of opportunities for kayaking. You can hire two-person kayaks for a paddle on the waters, while further afield it's just a 15-minute drive to the coast, where popular beaches are matched by stunning cliff-top walking routes, notably at Bempton, Sewerby and Flamborough.

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LODGES WITH OUTDOOR WOOD FIRED HOT TUBS
Available all year round, these beautiful lakeside hideaways; Evergreen Lodge (perfect for families or groups) and Sunset and Willow Lodges are ideal for romantic getaways for two adults.

King size bed with cosy bedding, bunk beds (Evergreen Lodge) blankets and cushions
En-suite shower room with mini toiletries
Well-equipped little kitchen area with fridge/freezer and 2-burner gas hob (plus oven in Evergreen Lodge) and all the kitchen equipment
Dining table and chairs
Central heating radiator and towel rail with thermostat temperature control
Small hairdryer
Small radio and bluetooth speaker
Electric lighting, lamps on bedside tables, spare plug sockets for your use
Clothes rail with hangers and coat hooks in entrance

OUTSIDE you will find…

Spacious balconies over the lake providing you with amazing views over the fields
Log-fired outdoor soaking tub for sunsets and starry nights. submerge yourselves in the fresh warm water with no noisy whirring from electrics or pumps
You will also find robes and towels
Outdoor bistro table
BBQ (in the Summer)

GLAMPING ACCOMMODATION

YURTS sleeps 2 to 4 people
SAFARI TENTS sleep 4 to 6 people
LARGE SAFARI TENTS Sleeps 5 to 10 people

In your Tents you will find the following

Comfy beds with all duvets and pillows and cosy bedding provided
Sofabed in living area
Storage for your personal and food items
Outdoor seating on your own decking area
Blankets and fairy lights for your cosiness
Lighting and power sockets for your comfort and convenience
Fridge and kettle
Wood burning stove
BBQ provided outside (please bring your own charcoal)

EXTRAS for hire
Kayak hire – experience the true tranquillity of the lakes from duck’s-eye level
Firepit – with unlimited logs, stay cosy as you enjoy the great outdoors, you can toast marshmallows on these too
Towels – fluffy bath towels and hand towels for your stay

CAMP FACILITIES include

Fantastic kitchen/picnic barn with two large cooking areas, microwave, kettles, toasters and a larder style fridge/freezer
Each tent has use of it’s own BBQ and box of crockery, cutlery, pans and utensils, mugs and tumblers
Luxury underfloor heated toilet and shower block…

Suitable For

Families, couples and groups.

Nearby

LOCAL AREA
Explore the local area including

The beaches of Bridlington, Fraisthorpe and Hornsea
RSPB Bempton (for Puffins, Seals & Dolphin spotting)
Flamborough Head and Lighthouse
Bert’s Pizzeria/Bistro & Adventure Golf in the local village, as well as two pubs serving food
Beverley Market Town, Minster and Canal
Sewerby Park, Garden and Zoo
Hornsea Mere
The Deep at Hull
Hull Minster, Museum Quarter, Fruit Market Dockside Village

Food & Drink

There are plenty of great places around Brandesburton village to eat. Bert’s Bistro (01964 541809) is a very popular venue for everything from coffee and cake in the morning to a special evening meal – fantastic food with an Italian twist. For a good pub (with massive food portions) try The Dacre Arms (01964 542392). It's a good option for a weekend cooked breakfast too. The New Inn Leven (01964 542223 and The Duke of York (01964 500300) offer decent pub grub. In Brandesburton there is Costcutters (7am–8pm; 01964 543480) and village store (6am–8pm). Archers Deli (01964 541544) is the local’s favourite for sausage rolls, pies, freshly made to order sandwiches and sweet treats, while In Leven (the next nearest village) there's Charter’s Butchers (01964 543480).

Open

Lodges available all year round, Glamping Tents April–October.

Pricing

From £280 to £580 for a weekend stay in the various accommodation types & sizes; all self-catering

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The Owner Says

The Ultimate Glamping, Kayaking & Lodge Getaway in Yorkshire, as featured in The Times UK’s 25 Best Glamping Sites, a much-loved family favourite since 2017, and has the rather unique 100% 5-Star Top Rated reviews on Tripadvisor! You can be sure of a warm welcome from our small family team, we've got you covered for anything during your stay, just ask and we will aim to provide!

Close to the Yorkshire Coast where you can visit the awe-inspiring Flamborough Head to spot seals and dolphins, hit the huge sandy beaches that stretch for miles or head inland to the rolling East Yorkshire countryside as portrayed by the famous artist David Hockney and the pretty market town of Beverley; you really can make your stay as relaxing or adventure-filled as you wish! Large 2-3 seater kayaks, ideal for families and beginners, can be hired on site along with all the equipment required (wetsuits not necessary, it’s a nice gentle activity!).

Romantic Getaway for just the two of you? Beautiful Lakeside Lodges with their own kitchens & bathrooms and the very special wood-fired hot tubs will provide the perfect spot.

Family or Group Glamping Trip? Various tent options sleeping from two to ten people; so you can bring the grandparents too – they’ll love it!

Top Spec Facilities with underfloor-heated washrooms and a fabulous kitchen barn for all your camp cooking needs.

Reconnect with nature, hit the beach, toast marshmallows and stargaze from your cosy home from home.

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Location

Contact Website 07843 548 460 Kingfisher Lakes, Hempholme Lane, Brandesburton, Driffield, East Yorkshire, YO25 8LY

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Getting There

If using Sat-Nav use this postcode: YO25 8NA

From South: From the M1, take the M18 towards Doncaster/Hull, then the M62 east to Hull/York/Goole, this road then becomes the A63 towards Hull. Take the A1034 towards Market Weighton/South Cave, then follow signs for Driffield/Bridlington. Then take the A1035 (A165) towards Hornsea/Bridlington. Turn left at the Roundabout into Leven village, going all the way through it, then take the first left (Hempholme Lane) – this is on a sharp right hand bend so is easy to miss, so if you get to Brandeburton village you have gone too far so turn back round. At the end of Hempholme Lane (this is a single track road for most of the way but there are passing places), turn left, then go straight on at the next T-junction, the entrance to Kingfisher Lakes is then 200m on your left.

From North & West (York/Leeds): From the A64 at York, take the A1079 towards Hull, continue on this for approx. 27 miles. After the village of Bishop Burton you will reach Killingwoldgraves roundabout, take the 1st exit onto the A1035 (Dog Kennel Lane). At the next roundabout take the 2nd exit onto the A1035, at the next roundabout take the 1st exit onto the A1035 towards Bridlington & Driffield. At the next roundabout take the 2nd exit onto the A1035 signposted Bridlington & Hornsea. Then take the 1st exit at the next roundabout towards Bridlington & Hornsea (A1035). Turn left at the Roundabout into Leven village, going all the way through it, then take the first left (Hempholme Lane) – this is on a sharp right hand bend so is easy to miss, so if you get to Brandeburton village you have gone too far so turn back round. At the end of Hempholme Lane (this is a single track road for most of the way but there are passing places), turn left, then go straight on at the next T-junction, the entrance to Kingfisher Lakes is then 200m on your left.

From Brandesburton village (off the A165 Scarborough-Hull road) take the turning down the side of the village newsagents shop. The road veers off to the right but you take the left (straight on with the play park to your right), follow this road for 2 miles, shortly after a T junction signposted to Burshill/ Baswick (don’t take this one), Kingfisher Lakes is on your left

The nearest train station is Beverley (0845 748 4950) which is a 15-minute taxi journey away. Brandesburton is on the main bus route along the East Coast from Hull to Scarborough.

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