The country’s largest region, Yorkshire has it all. From its chalk coastline to rolling Dales, there’s a little something for every holidaymaker. As the staycation season kicks in, we’ve rounded up the best campsites in Yorkshire to stay at – from sites with sea views, to the perfect place to pitch your campervan. Read on for our top picks.
1. Masons, Appletreewick
Located on the River Wharfe in the tranquil village of Appletreewick, Masons Campsite is one of the best campsites in Yorkshire, offering a quintessential camping trip for all the family to enjoy.
The site offers both main field and river field camping, the latter of which offers wild swimming and fly fishing for guests to enjoy right outside of their tents. Elsewhere, visitors can also pitch up their campervan or caravan – with fantastic facilities for all guests to make use of, including Wifi, hot showers/washing-up sinks, a communal freezer and a small shop.
If that wasn’t all, Masons Kitchen is a real highlight, serving up freshly baked pastries, barista coffee and handmade sourdough pizzas. The perfect Yorkshire Dales campsite with Bolton Abbey, the Valley of Desolation, Simon’s Seat and more on its doorstep.
Dog friendly | Wi-fi | Shop | On-site food | Tents, campers and caravans welcome | Electric pitches
Masons, Ainhams House, Appletreewick, Skipton, BD23 6DD. Find out more.
2. Catgill Farm, Bolton Abbey
Another gem in the Yorkshire Dales, Catgill Farm is loved for its incredible glamping pods – but it’s also a popular campsite, with incredible views of the surrounding Dales.
Situated on the Bolton Abbey Estate, the convenient location is perfect for families and hikers to enjoy the Skipton area of the Dales, with tons of incredible walks and historical sites to explore.
On-site, guests can pitch up in the field that overlooks the beautiful rolling hills, with electric and non-electric pitches available for tents and campervans, a small on-site shop and communal essentials. Cat’s Kitchen is also a new arrival at Catgill, offering coffee and pizza without needing to leave the site.
Dog friendly | Wi-fi | Shop | On-site food | Tents and campervans welcome | Electric pitches
Catgill Farm, Bolton Abbey, Skipton, BD23 6HA. Find out more.
3. Flaxton Meadows, York
Flaxton Meadows can be found ideally located between York and the North York Moors, offering the best of the Yorkshire countryside and city life.
The fantastic site offers everything you need for the ideal camping trip, from touring pitches to state-of-the-art washrooms and toilets, a laundrette, an on-site bar, and even a pizzeria. The tranquil site is perfect for tent campers, caravanners, campervans and motorhomes, offering an ideal base for exploring Castle Howard, York, Malton, Scarborough and the North York Moors.
Dog friendly | Bar | On-site food | Tents, caravans and campervans welcome | Electric pitches
Flaxton Meadows, York Ln, Flaxton, York, YO60 7QZ. Find out more.
4. Mr Moo’s Touring Park, Skipsea
Mr Moo’s may be famed for its ice cream, but did you know it’s also home to a fantastic touring park right next to their ice cream parlour? Located right on the clifftop above Moos Beach, near Skipsea, the touring site offers grass and hard pitches on the beautiful Yorkshire coast with all the relevant facilities – perfect for family holidays.
Its beachside location is unbeatable, with an easy-to-follow path leading onto the beach and, of course, the ice cream parlour right next door serving lunch dishes and, of course, a huge array of ice cream flavours to enjoy. Kids can even visit the dairy cows who live on the farm.
Dog friendly | On-site food | Caravans, motorhomes and campervans welcome | Electric pitches
Mr Moo’s Touring Park, Southfield, Hornsea Rd, Skipsea, Driffield, YO25 8SY. Find out more.
5. Bayness Farm, Robin Hood’s Bay
What. A View. Located on the clifftop overlooking Ravenscar, Bayness Farm offers one of the most unique camping views in the region, with no-frills grass pitches putting a focus on the panoramic sea views.
Tents, caravans and campers are all welcome, with basic facilities including showers, toilets and pot washing. It’s the ideal location for enjoying the rugged Yorkshire coast, with nearby highlights including Robin Hood’s Bay, Ravenscar and Whitby.
Dog friendly | Tents, caravans and campervans welcome | Electric pitches
Bayness Farm, High Ln, Robin Hood’s Bay, Whitby, YO22 4PJ. Find out more.
6. Baxby Manor, Husthwaite
A stunning retreat where guests can get back to nature and enjoy the beautiful countryside, Baxby Manor offers an array of accommodations, from tent and campervan pitches to camping pods and even glamping cabins.
Guests can elevate their camping trip by staying in one of their wooden eco-pods, or pitch up a tent or campervan elsewhere on-site.
The campsite is home to fantastic facilities, including showers and toilets, an on-site shop and an amazing pizzeria.
Nearby, guests can explore the stunning North York Moors, with Helmsley, Byland Abbey and much more on the site’s doorstep.
Dog friendly | Tents and campervans welcome | Electric pitches | Shop | On-site food
Baxby Manor, Amplecarr, Husthwaite, York, YO61 4PW. Find out more.
7. Hooks House Farm, Whitby
Another of Yorkshire’s fantastic coastal campsites, Hooks House Farm offers views of Robin Hood’s Bay and beyond – and is a beautiful spot to camp with family this summer.
The family-run campsite is located on a working farm and is a lovely base for nature lovers to enjoy the stunning coast, with Robin Hood’s Bay and Whitby just a short drive or hike away.
Facilities include toilets and showers, with electric hook-ups available and space for tents, campervans and caravans on the site.
Dog friendly | Tents, caravans and campervans welcome | Electric pitches
Hooks House Farm, Whitby Road, Whitby, YO22 4PE. Find out more.
8. Crows Nest, Filey
Found between Filey and Cayton Bay, Crows Nest is a family-friendly site with a difference, thanks to its fantastic facilities.
In addition to camping and touring pitches, visitors can also rent a caravan for their stay, with tons of family-friendly facilities on offer including an indoor heated swimming pool, kids play area, family bar with live entertainment and food, an on-site fish and chip shop, dog park, shop and so much more.
There’s plenty to do on site if you don’t fancy venturing out; however, if you do, guests can enjoy surfer’s paradise Cayton Bay, Filey, Scarborough and the North York Moors.
Dog friendly | Tents, caravans and campervans welcome | Electric pitches | On-site food | Bar
Crows Nest, Stonepit Ln, Gristhorpe, Filey, YO14 9PS. Find out more.
9. Humble Bee Farm, Scarborough
A working farm in the beautiful Yorkshire Wolds, Humble Bee Farm is the perfect place for families to stay near the Yorkshire coast, with plenty of camping and glamping options to choose from, including non-electric tent pitches and hard-standing hook-up pitches.
The site is well-loved for its fantastic glamping options, so if you fancy a bit of luxury, that’s on offer as well.
On-site, visitors can enjoy The Hive cafe bar with coffee and pizza nights, alongside a hireable BBQ hut, animal meet-and-greets and much more.
Dog friendly | Tents, caravans and campervans welcome | Electric pitches | On-site food
Humble Bee Farm, Flixton, Scarborough, YO11 3UJ. Find out more.
10. William’s Den, North Cave
East Yorkshire‘s favourite children’s attraction is also home to a fantastic campsite, just a stone’s throw away from the numerous play zones.
The natural site offers grass pitches only; however, there are showers, toilets and a wash-up station to make your stay a comfortable one. Campers can enjoy a wonderful 13-acre site at William’s Den, with the benefit of the incredible adventure play boasting climbing towers, ziplines and more.
The restaurant is also locally loved for its fantastic food, with coffee, pizza, ice cream and much more on the menu.
Dog friendly | Tents welcome | On-site food
William’s Den, Castle Farm, Wold Hill, North Cave, Brough, HU15 2LS. Find out more.
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