Quirky Camper’s Guide to the Best Campsites in Yorkshire 2024 

About Yorkshire 

Beautiful, scenic Yorkshire is the largest historic county in England, renowned for its rich cultural heritage and breathtaking landscapes best explored by campervan. With the freedom of a campervan you can discover all this magnificent landscape has to offer from the awe-inspiring rugged beauty of the Yorkshire Dales to the stunning coastline of the North York Moors, this region offers a diverse array of natural attractions just waiting to be explored.

Throw into the mix the charming villages, bustling market towns, and vibrant cities like Leeds and Sheffield, each with its own unique character and attractions and you have the perfect road-trip destination, taking in urban and countryside sights. Yorkshire’s rich history shines through its many historic sites, including the mediaeval walled city of York, with its iconic York Minster and well-preserved city walls, and the impressive ruins of Fountains Abbey. So, no matter what your tourist tastes are, cultural attractions, epic hikes, or wild swimming, Yorkshire has something for you. Book a campervan now for the chance to experience Yorkshire in all its glory. 

The North York Moors

About the Area 

The North York Moors – a stunning national park, known for its expansive heather moorland, rugged coastline, and picturesque villages. This diverse landscape offers plentiful opportunities to get outdoors, including hiking, cycling, and wildlife watching. Historic sites like the famous Whitby Abbey and charming towns such as Pickering and Helmsley are also great spots if you’re looking for a cultural hit. Whether you plan to explore the dramatic cliffs along the coast, wander through enchanted, ancient forests, or enjoy the peace of the wild moors, you are sure to be captivated by the natural beauty and rich heritage of the North York Moors.

Best Campsites in the North York Moors National Park 

There are campsites for all across the North York Moors, from family-friendly activity-based holiday parks to small secluded rural sites with minimal noise and facilities. Whether you’re searching for fun, community, peace or tranquillity we’ve narrowed it down to the best of the bunch for you. All the campsites featured below are campervan friendly, but we always recommend booking in advance so you don’t miss out! 

Best Campsites for Families – North York Moors

The North York Moors are great for families on tour. There are walks for all abilities across the moors, amazing lifeguarded beaches, farms, parks and activity centres in the more built-up towns and cities. We’ve chosen a few of the best campsites for families to keep everyone happy and entertained. 

Crows Nest Caravan Park 

Prospect House Farm Campsite offers the perfect retreat in the North Yorkshire countryside. Nestled in the heart of the farm, the campsite features just a handful of grassy pitches for tents and campervans, ensuring a tranquil escape. Designed with families in mind there are kid’s play areas, an onsite pool and plenty more to keep the whole family occupied!

Address – Crows Nest Caravan Park, Gristhorpe, Filey, Yorkshire, YO14 9PS

Facilities – Toilets | Showers | Family Friendly | Pet Friendly | Indoor Pool | Children’s Play Area | Games Room | Electric Hook-Ups | Laundry | TV Room | Shop | WIFI 

Humblebee Farm Campsite 

A family-friendly farm campsite, quiet and tranquil but with all the excitement of a working farm! Meet the alpacas, guinea pigs, donkeys and other farmyard animals while staying at this charming rural site surrounded by green fields and forests in the heart of the Yorkshire Wolds. 

Address – Humble Bee Farm, Flixton, Scarborough, Yorkshire, YO11 3UJ

Facilities – Toilets | Showers | Electric Hook-Up | On-site Cafe | Shop | Laundry | Open Year Round | Family Friendly | Pet Friendly | WIFI 

Best Campsites for Couples  – North York Moors

A romantic paradise, the North York Moors are filled with long rambling walks, quiet picnic spots, secluded beaches, and quaint towns and villages with cosy pub fireplaces, and charming romantic restaurants. The perfect place for a relaxing road trip for two to get away from the chaos of everyday life and reconnect. 

Flaxton Meadows Campsite

This adults-only campsite is a secluded luxurious site, nestled within rolling farmlands and a short drive to the picturesque Howardian Hills. This pet-friendly site has also won awards for its eco-friendly features. The perfect site to relax watching the ducks on the ponds surrounded by evergreen trees. 

Address – Flaxton Meadows, York Lane, Flaxton, York, Yorkshire, YO60 7QZ

Facilities – Toilets | Showers | Laundry | Open Year Round | Electric Hook-ups | Adults Only | Pet Friendly  

Westgate Carr Farm 

This small, quiet adults-only camping site near Pickering, at the foothills of the North York Moors National Park, is the epitome of peace and tranquillity. Just outside the North York Moors and a half-hour drive from the coast, surrounded by idyllic countryside, it’s hard to picture a more peaceful location. 

Address – Westgate Carr Farm, Westgate Carr Road, Pickering, North Yorkshire YO18 8LX 

Facilities – Pet Friendly | Electric Hook-Up | Adults Only | Laundry

Best Quiet Campsites  – North York Moors

Lilling Hall Farm

A quiet and tranquil setting for a small adults-only campsite. This is a back-to-basics site with few facilities but a haven for nature lovers, walkers and cyclists who like to take a step away from modern convenience and experience the simpler travelling life. Set on a grassy meadow surrounded by mature trees with secluded seating areas in the garden where you can relax on sunny days. 

Address – Lilling Hall Farm, Flaxton, York, North Yorkshire, England, YO60 6RL

Facilities – Adults only | Toilets | Showers | WIFI 

Fox Covert Campsite

A small, simple campsite with back-to-basics facilities and off-the-beaten-track style. It’s relaxed and laid back, surrounded by greenery, not too far from York if you want to be close to urban life but retreat to your meadow haven for the evenings. 

Address – Fox Covert, Easingwold Rd, Sand Lane, Huby, York, North Yorkshire, England, YO61 1HJ

Facilities – Toilets | Showers | Pet Friendly 

The Yorkshire Dales 

About the Area 

The Yorkshire Dales are an area rich in history, and natural beauty and is famous for the warm welcome of its residents. The spectacular landscape is peppered with ancient castles, traditional farms, and the iconic dry stone walls that have survived the ages. Visitors can enjoy locally grown produce, visit vibrant market towns, and discover the enchanting wonders of this picturesque region, renowned for its rolling hills, verdant valleys, and charming stone-built villages. 

As a national park, it’s home to a diverse landscape and wildlife, featuring limestone cliffs, waterfalls, and expansive moorlands, plus plenty of British animals found nowhere else. It’s a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts, with countless opportunities for hiking, cycling, and exploring the scenic countryside – and the best way to discover it all is with the flexibility of a campervan. Make your car your home and travel easily across this stunning region, finding the hidden gems and off-the-beaten-path secrets.

Best Campsites in the Yorkshire Dales National Park 

The Yorkshire Dales are a haven for campsites, they come in all shapes and sizes and cater to every need. We’ve narrowed it down to a handful of the best campsites around for families, quiet travel and adults-only, romantic getaways. 

Best Campsites for Families -Yorkshire Dales

Catgill Farm, Bolton Abbey Camping

A family-friendly, family-run campsite, this farm is a small slice of Yorkshire heaven and a haven for families of all sizes. Perfectly welcome, well kept with great facilities all in the shadow of the beautiful Bolton Abbey. This site offers views across Wharfe Valley and is situated along a charming stream that runs through the camp. Ideal for relaxing and making memories in nature. 

Address – Catgill Farm Camping and Glamping, Catgill Farm, Bolton Abbey, Skipton, Yorkshire, BD23 6HA

Facilities – Toilets | Showers | Pet Friendly | Family Friendly | Wifi | Laundry | Open Year Round | Shop On-site | Electric Hook-Up 

The Dalesbridge Campsite 

This gorgeous campsite is set amidst ten acres of Yorkshire Dales countryside beauty. Park up in one of the charming meadow camping fields, and let your cares wash away and you relax surrounded by nature. Close to the Yorkshire Three Peaks and Ingleborough, it’s ideally located for exploring the Dales. There’s plenty to get involved with at this family-friendly site including a pizza oven in the evenings, onsite shop and bar, BBQs and communal fire pits. 

Address – The Dalesbridge, Austwick, Near Settle, LA2 8AZ

Facilities – Toilets | Showers | Shop | Bar | Wifi | Electric Hook-up | Pizza Oven | Pet-Friendly

How Stean Gorge Campsite 

The ideal base for active families looking to explore the Yorkshire Dales, this campsite has wonderful facilities, stunning views and a massive range of outdoor activities for the whole family. This spacious site offers plenty of room for kids to run around and play all day long. 

Address – How Stean Gorge, Lofthouse, Pateley Bridge, North Yorkshire, HG3 5SY

Facilities – Toilets | Showers | Wifi | Cafe | Family-Friendly | Shop 

Best Campsites for Couples – Yorkshire Dales

Romantic, adult-only getaways in tranquil locations are the perfect place to retreat for a weekend, week or longer trip with your partner. Our campervan collections include a range of ‘Just for Two’ campervans that would make the perfect match for these campsites. 

Country Living Campsite 

Escape modern life with a retreat at this tranquil campsite. Country Living is an adults-only campsite with clean, well-equipped facilities. Set against an idyllic countryside background. With only 12 pitches this is a small exclusive site perfect for those looking for some peace and quiet. 

Address – Country Living Campsite, Westfield Lane, Thorganby, York, YO19 6ER

Facilities – Electric Hook-Up | Toilets | Showers 

Wharfe Camp Kettlewell 

A small campsite far from the hustle and bustle of towns and cities. This adult-only campsite offers only one campervan pitch so it’s likely to book up early, but if you can get into this secret gem you’ll have the most idyllic spot in Yorkshire. 

Address – Wharfe Camp Kettlewell, Wharfe Camp, Dowber House, Wharfedale, Kettlewell, Yorkshire, BD23 5HX

Facilities – Adults-Only | Toilets | Showers | Electric Hook-Ups

Aysgarth Falls Hotel and Camping 

This luxurious campsite is situated on the grounds of a gorgeous hotel. Just a short walk from the Aysgarth Falls on the River Ure in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales. With excellent facilities and spectacular surroundings, this adult-only campsite is the ideal getaway retreat. 

Address – Aysgarth Falls Hotel and Campsite, Aysgarth Falls Hotel, The Aysgarth Falls Hotel, Aysgarth, Leyburn, Yorkshire, DL8 3SR

Facilities – Adult Only | Open Year Round | Toilets | Showers |  Cafe | Pet-Friendly 

Best Quiet Campsites – Yorkshire Dales

Countryside campsite retreats, perfect for campervan escapes. Roaring fires, stargazing, relaxation and a space all your own. That’s what we look for in our best quiet campsites. Take a peek at our luxury campervan collection for a stylish and comfortable travelling companion. 

Masons Campsite 

This open and airy campsite tucked away in the Yorkshire Dales is a delight for all. Located by Appletreewick Village on the banks of the River Wharfe. It’s pet-friendly and family-friendly but retains a small site charm. Pick up a barista coffee from the onsite kitchen or choose from the many walks in the area. 

Address – Masons Campsite, Appletreewick, Nr Skipton, BD23 6DD

Facilities – Toilets | Showers | Cafe | Shop

Usha Gap Campsite 

A relaxed, charming campsite set on a working farm. This family-run site is surrounded by beautiful Yorkshire Dales scenery, you’ll find the true Yorkshire experience here, where wildlife and wilderness are found in abundance. 

Address – Usha Gap Farm and Campsite Long Close House, B6270, Muker, Richmond DL11 6DW

Facilities – Toilets | Showers | Shop | Pet-Friendly | Wifi 

Campervans to Hire Yorkshire 

Historic Yorkshire brings charm to all who visit it. You could easily get lost in its wild countryside, rugged moorlands and unspoilt natural beauty. What better way to truly embrace this unique landscape than by travelling it all by campervan? Free to stop off at any waterfall, mountain or sight that takes your fancy and explore at your leisure. 

Maureen – Available to hire from Doncaster 

This pet-friendly campervan is ideal for those looking for adventure. Located on the cusp of the Yorkshire Moors and with an enviable off-grid system, there’s nothing to stop you from heading down the path less travelled. With heating for cosy winter evenings, Maureen is truly a travelling companion for all seasons.

Brenda – Available to Hire from York 

Brenda is the York-based campervan that will blow your mind. Stunningly converted from a horsebox and transformed into a Moroccan-inspired sanctuary on wheels. Brenda is a one of a kind conversion for the whole family to enjoy. From the inside out Brenda will be turning heads, her powerful purple exterior is just the beginning. The beautiful interior is filled with lovingly hand-crafted details like the Moroccan Arch and geometric design highlights that run throughout. This is not just a campervan, it’s a travelling work of art.

Please note: Brenda requires a Category C1 or equivalent driving licence, allowing the driver to drive vehicles over 3.5T. 

Django – Available to Hire From Dewsbury 

Whether you’re a regular campervan explorer seeking luxury or a complete newbie who doesn’t want to part with their home comforts, Django is perfect for you! Her indoor heated bathroom allows you to freshen up with ease after a blissfully tiring hike and has plenty of storage for you to tidy away your outdoorsy gear and glad rags for those special dinner dates under the stars. And at the end of the evening, you can look forward to collapsing in Django’s large double bed, fitted with extended sleeping pods for all the tall campers out there.

E-Dub Indie – Available to Hire from York 

Quirky Campers is thrilled to present eDub Indie, the electric campervan. Located in Knaresborough, adventure is right on your doorstep. The Yorkshire Dales and North York Moors are all within easy reach, offering spectacular landscapes and plenty to do for all types of travellers. You could explore the quaint little towns in the Dales with your family, swim wildly in the sea with that special someone or ride the action-packed cycle routes along the Moors (Indie even has a bike rack available as an extra.)

Mango – Available to Hire From Dewsbury 

There’s nothing quite as refreshing as an adventure in Mango. Located in Dewsbury, this campervan is within easy reach of the glorious Yorkshire Dales and the Peak District. Open up this camper and you’ll find stunning white walls, expertly crafted cabinetry and stunning mango soft furnishings. Behind the cab the patterned curtains can be pulled across during the day to allow natural light to seep through and also provide easy access to the front seats if you want to get off in a hurry.

Are you ready to explore the stunning beauty and breathtaking wonders of Yorkshire? Book your campervan now and embrace the freedom of the open road.