Dreamery Hideway Glamping in North Yorkshire
The Dreamery Hideaway in Yorkshire is one of the UK’s original glamping destinations, formerly Jollydays and originally established in 2008. Today, it remains a small, boutique woodland retreat, with just eight thoughtfully spaced accommodation units— four bothies and four woodcutter huts, set among beautiful, peaceful trees. It’s where woodland stays meet fairy-tale magic!
Open all year round, The Dreamery Hideaway welcomes couples, families, groups, and everyone in between—from walkers and non-campers to those celebrating special moments. Whether you’re looking to completely switch off, bring people together for a reunion, plan a unique corporate retreat, or simply celebrate life, this enchanting setting offers the perfect backdrop. Tucked away near York and alongside England’s Lost Fairy Gardens and Museum, it’s a place where nature and imagination come together.
Designed as a magical escape into the woods, the site combines handcrafted accommodation with a calm, natural atmosphere. Guests can stay in one of four bothies (sleeping up to six) or four woodcutter huts (sleeping up to four), all carefully positioned to give a sense of space and seclusion. Free parking is available, and guests enjoy complimentary access to England’s Lost Fairy Gardens—even when it’s closed to the public.
Get out of the city and leave behind the sounds, smells and stress, rediscover yourself and let our woodland retreat weave its magic. Uplifting birdsong by day and atmospheric owls by night as well as 200 fabulous acres to get lost in! The camp is well hidden – accessed by a private road, with mobile reception but no wifi. So you can rediscover the forgotten art of conversation, build a den, or pretend its 1978 and play board games by candlelight. We don’t think you’ll find a more magical location for a group weekend or family break.
Just 20 minutes from York, with excellent rail links to London, Manchester, Liverpool and Scotland, The Dreamery Hideaway feels wonderfully tucked away while still being easy to reach.
For those looking to make their stay extra special, private group dining is available at the Dreamery Kitchen, and a trusted list of local suppliers can help arrange experiences such as pampering treatments and other activities.
THE GLAMPING ACCOMMODATION
THE BOTHIES
The bothies at The Dreamery Hideaway are spacious, woodland retreats designed for families, couples, or small groups to relax and unwind. Blending handcrafted charm with modern comfort, each bothy features beautifully styled interiors inspired by the surrounding forest. Warm, cosy and full of character, they offer a peaceful escape where guests can slow down and reconnect with nature. Each bothy has its own magical theme. Queen Mab’s and Queen Titania’s offer enchanting, fairy-inspired stays with cosy living spaces and thoughtful details throughout. King Auberon’s provides a spacious and characterful hideaway with a warm, inviting atmosphere. The Magicians Bothy brings a more imaginative twist, creating a playful yet relaxing woodland escape.
Each bothy interiors are uniquely hand-painted with whimsical, fairy-inspired designs and include
- Two double bedrooms (which can be arranged as singles, except in The Magicians)
- Sofa bed
- Bedding
- Bathroom with a shower over a rolltop bath
- Living area with a wood stove
- Small hob
- Fridge
- Basic kitchen essentials
Outside you’ll find
Large veranda with a charcoal BBQ provides the perfect space to enjoy the tranquil setting.
WOODCUTTER HUTS
Tucked amongst the woodland the four Woodcutter Huts offer cosy and characterful woodland accommodation for couples, friends and small families. Inspired by traditional shepherd’s huts but slightly more spacious, each hut is thoughtfully designed to feel warm, comfortable and welcoming throughout the year.
Inside, the décor is simple, rustic and full of charm, with insulated walls, double glazing and cosy interiors that make them perfect for relaxing after a day exploring the woodland. Each hut has access to its own private bathroom in the beautifully converted and hand-painted Mermaid Bath House, just a short walk away through the trees.
- Double bed and sofa bed
- Bedding (but not towels)
- Wood stove
- Large covered veranda with cook hut
- Dedicated private bathroom in the private bath house
- Basic kitchen cutlery equipment etc…
NORTHWOOD TRAIL
Jollydays guests can enjoy free admission to award winning attraction Northwood Trail, England’s Fairy & Hobgoblin Sanctuary. This charming woodland attraction has giants swords, dragons nests, carved thrones as well as a myriad of fairy doors and treehouses, it also houses the only Fairy Museum in the UK – full of precious fairy artefacts. Even more popular with adults than children the trail weaves its magic and is a wonderful antidote to the stresses of modern life.
NORTHWOOD KITCHEN
Open weekends and school holidays this cosy woodland bar/bar serves delicious organic coffee, (roasted locally) and tasty platters and sandwiches, all made with the finest local ingredients. We can also open by arrangement for large groups for evenings or special events.
SO WHAT DO I TAKE TO THE DREAMERY HIDEAWAY?
We try to provide as much as we can but you will need toiletries, towels, food, outdoor clothing and a torch (its pitch black at night in the woods). In regards to food, you can bring your own, or book a meal at our new café bar (open weekends and school holidays pre-booking essential). It’s only 15 minutes’ walk to shops and York is 20 minutes’ drive.
SUPPLIES
When you arrive at camp you are given an allocation of, firelighters, and matches, we have a log store onsite where you can get wood and charcoal. During cold weather you will have to wrap up warm, preferably in layers, and don’t forget your wellies!
FOOD
Bring your own or pick up supplies at our local farm shop (5 minutes’ drive), or we have a stunning café / bar, using delicious local produce.
DIY FOOD
If you do want to bring your own food, or else get food delivered to the camp, either (Sainsbury’s and Asda deliver to the camp which helps increase car boot space!) cook by BBQ, kitchen hobs or in our clay oven on site. Guests have a lot of fun creating their own pizzas and once the clay oven has heated up, it will cook food in a matter of minutes!
Catering also available for Large Groups please enquire.
FOR FAMILIES
The Dreamery Hideaway is a fabulous place to visit with kids, there is something special about spending time in nature and the woods have a magic all of their own. We deliberately keep things simple – our “entertainment complex” consists of a wooden Wendy house and a couple of rope swings! However a couple of minutes walk away is Northwood Trail – England’s first fairy sanctuary, with a magical fairywood and enchanting fairy museum – with the largest collection of fairy artefacts in the world – perfect for grown-ups as well as kids!
GROUPS
We’ve hosted hundreds of groups over the years and The Dreamery Hideaway is the most idyllic place to celebrate – it feels like we are deep in the wilds, but we’re just a short hop from the incredible city of York – with all its many and varied charms. We can accommodate groups as small as 6 and as large as 40. Like most glamping sites we do have restrictions in school holidays, however if you are stuck with holiday dates, please check out our sister woodland camp www.northstarclub.co.uk which has no such restrictions.
TOP ATTRACTIONS AROUND THE DREAMERY HIDEAWAY
- Northwood Trail (free admission for Dreamery Hideaway guests)
- Castle Howard
- York
- Eden Camp
- Local market towns and The Wolds
- National Parks & North Yorks Moors
- The Seaside including Whitby, Robin Hoods Bay, Scarborough and Flamborough Head
- Flamingo Land -Theme Park
- North York Moors Railway
- York Maze
- Northwood Fairy trail located at Jollydays with free access to guests during their stay if they are staying 2 nights or more.
PRICES
From £206 for a two night break for 2 people
From £599 per week depending on choice of accommodation
Prices depend on day of duration, day of week and season of stay
Weekends, Midweek and Week Long Breaks all available
For group Bookings and Weddings please enquire
SAVINGS – When a booking is paid in full at the time of booking, (a full 5+ months in advance) are entitled to a 10% Early bird discount.
Prices include: Bedding, dining facilities and utensils, loo roll, washing up liquid and cloths, high chairs and cots (on request + if available), BBQ, gas hobs, Your own shower and toilet.
We can provide towels, at an additional £2 per towel.
All Bothies and Woodcutter Huts have a raised and covered veranda and no accommodation is closer than 15m from the next Dreamery an exclusive low density retreat.
Please Note…
The landowner won’t allow dogs in the woodlands due to wildlife (except for guide dogs)
We only accept one night bookings on a Sunday – or last minute if we have space.
The price does not include, cancellation insurance, food, bike hire, and laundry of personal clothes.
We price the accommodation rather than per head, irrespective of the guests of people staying in it – unless it is a couple only in which case a discount of 25% is offered.
SAMPLE REVIEWS
- “Queen Mab’s Bothy is the most incredible place to stay, I could gaze at the wall paintings for hours – the bathroom is insane! And Northwood Trail is absolutely enchanting – it felt like we were in the deepest countryside but York is just a short hop away – amazing weekend!” – Richmond Upon Thames
- “Just WOW from start to finish – the new Bathhouse is the most stunning building – our bathroom had mermaids cavorting and a beautiful stained glass window! Not something I ever expected from glamping… Thanks again for a wonderful stay…” – Edinburgh
- “All agreed – best holiday ever – Thanks” – London
- “A wonderful time – We found relaxation and the
children found freedom and excitement. Will tell our friends” – Durham - “An enchanting week and probably my favourite hol ever” – Ayr
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