We are currently heading home from our stay at The Gathering, we had booked a Monday-Friday break with my brother his wife and my 4 yr old niece. We stayed in the Portland safari tent, it was amazing, the tent was just as described but exceeded our expectations.
Tommy & Kirsty just couldn't do enough for us and went above and beyond to ensure we thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
The luxury of a lovely bathroom and a wood burning stove to keep you warm and dry is just glamping at its best!
They were super dog friendly which made our stay even more relaxing.
What a fantastic holiday, amazing place, amazing memories we just didn't want to leave and we will certainly be back!
There's so much to do locally I think next time might be a longer stay.

Wow, what a find,
Superbly equipped luxury tents, stunning views at the very start of Pennine Way.
Nights spent barbecuing and sitting around fire pit listening to sheep and watching stars.
Days exploring caves and local attractions., picking wild bilberries for breakfast and having dip in streams just a stroll from the tent.
Idyllic.
Lovely friendly hosts Tommy and Kirsty who couldn't have done more to make our stay as pleasureable as possible - lovely people.

We have just returned from a week long stay at The Gathering & we really have had the most wonderful break. I cannot recommend this place enough - an incredible location at the start of the pennine way and situated next to a stream which adds to the calm and serenity of the place.

We stayed in The Ryedale which is a huge safari tent with a king size bed and two further rooms with single beds to sleep 6 in total. The bedding and bathroom could have come straight out of a boutique hotel and for people that normally get out of bed at 6am, we had ridiculous lie ins as the beds were just so comfy! This is glamping at a completely different level!

The Ryedale has hot running water (I think you have to fire up stoves in the other 3 tents to heat the water) and is accessible for those with disabilities. There is parking adjacent to the tent and very easy access. The hosts Tommy & Kirsty really have thought of everything & the kitchen is very well equipped with a gas ring to make a quick cup of tea or meal. This tent even has a fridge to keep the wine and beer super chilled! There is a dining table for 6 in the tent, as well as outdoor table and chairs, and a really comfortable sofa and chair next to the log burner which throws out heat. Don't be frugal with the logs - keep the fire topped up and Tommy or Geoff will replace kindling and logs every day. We were even brought ice every evening for G&Ts - what more can you ask for?!

Tommy & Kirsty are the perfect hosts and they have created an incredible bolt hole. They are attentive without being overbearing and the most genuine people we have ever met. We had our 4 year old with us & they even brought her a bag of toys and introduced her to their children to play with. Nothing is too much trouble.

I could go on but you must try it for yourselves. We will definitely be back...