We think our lovely holiday park at Littondale stands out as one of the best in the Dales with unbeatable caravan prices, but to help our customers research this we provide below a short Dale by Dale guide to the static caravan parks, touring & glamping/camping sites within the YDNP boundaries based on the information on the YDNPA website, starting with Swaledale and following the map below clockwise. For more in depth history of each Dale, there is further information on the YDNP OutOfOblivion website.
Swaledale (The Wild North)
Including: Arkengarthdale
Famous Landscapes: Known as the narrowest and wildest of the dales. It is defined by its high-density stone field barns (laithes) and wildflower hay meadows around Muker.
Outdoor Adventure: A premier destination for the Coast to Coast Walk. The Buttertubs Pass provides a dramatic high-level road route connecting Swaledale to Wensleydale.
Iconic Landmarks & Heritage:
Richmond Castle: A dominant Norman fortress with one of Britain’s best-preserved keeps.
Tan Hill Inn: Located in Arkengarthdale, this is the highest pub in Great Britain (1,732ft).
Interesting Fact: The dale was once a global hub for lead mining; the scarred landscapes of Gunnerside Gill remain as industrial monuments.
Caravan Parks, Touring, Glamping/Camping Sites:
Bridge House Campsite – A back-to-basics campsite in a quiet Swaledale hamlet, located opposite a traditional pub and close to walking routes. Starbotton, Skipton, BD23 5HY, 07435 838441
Keld Bunkbarn and Yurts – A high-quality bunkbarn and yurts in Keld, popular with walkers tackling the Pennine Way and Coast to Coast routes. Park House, Keld, Richmond, DL11 6DZ, 01748 886549
Nun Cote Nook Farm Campsite – A working farm campsite above Marrick with far-reaching views over Swaledale and a quiet, rural atmosphere. Marrick, Richmond, DL11 7LG, 01748 884266 / 07711 337387
Orchard Caravan Park – A peaceful riverside caravan and camping park on the edge of Reeth, ideal for exploring Swaledale on foot or by bike. Back Lane, Reeth, Richmond, DL11 6TT, 07397 302277
Park Lodge Campsite – A small, simple campsite set in the heart of Swaledale, providing a relaxed base for walking and sightseeing. Swaledale, Richmond, North Yorkshire, DL11
Swaledale Yurts & Camping – Luxury Mongolian yurts and camping beside the River Swale in Keld, surrounded by waterfalls and classic Swaledale scenery. Keld, Richmond, DL11 6
Swaleview Park – A secluded riverside park for static holiday homes and lodges. Reeth Road, Richmond, DL10 4SF. 01748 823106
Usha Gap Campsite – Farm-based site for touring and camping. Muker, Richmond, DL11 6DW, 01748 886110
Wensleydale (The Valley of Cheese and Castles)
Including: Coverdale, Widdale, Bishopdale, and Lower Wensleydale
Famous Landscapes: A broad, fertile valley known for its unique limestone terraces. It features Aysgarth Falls (a triple flight of waterfalls) and Semer Water, the largest natural glacial lake in the Dales.
Outdoor Adventure: Famous for low-level riverside walking and the “Salmon Leap” at Stainforth Force. The Wensleydale Railway offers heritage train rides through the lower valley.
Iconic Landmarks & Heritage:
Bolton Castle: A 14th-century fortress where Mary, Queen of Scots was imprisoned.
The Wensleydale Creamery: In Hawes, home to the world-famous cheese.
Jervaulx Abbey: A “great Cistercian abbey” in Lower Wensleydale, known for its atmospheric ruins.
Interesting Fact: It is the only major dale not named after its river (the River Ure); it takes its name from the village of Wensley.
Caravan Parks, Touring, Glamping/Camping Sites:
Akebar Park – Offers holiday home ownership, touring pitches, and seasonal stays. Leyburn DL8 5LY, 01677 450201
Aysgarth Lodges – Lodge Rentals. High-end luxury lodges with hot tubs. Westholme Bank, Leyburn DL8 3SP, 01969 663268
Bainbridge Ings – Glamping pods, touring pitches, and motorhome spaces. Bainbridge Caravan Site, Bainbridge, Hawes, DL8 3EW 01969 650607
Chantry Country and Leisure Park – Quiet holiday park offering static caravans and lodges, run by Park Holidays. Leyburn DL8 4NA, 01969 600362
Colmans of Aysgarth – Small family run camping and caravan site with 15 pitches. Town Ends, Aysgarth. 01969 662666
Hawes Club Campsite – Set in beautiful Wensleydale, where the famous cheese has been made for nearly a century, and offers delightful views with 119 pitches on offer. Brunt Acres Road, Hawes, Yorkshire Dales, DL8 3PS,
Honeycott Caravan Park – A family-run caravan park and holiday cottage site close to Hawes, set in Upper Wensleydale with easy access to walking and cycling. Hawes, DL8 3LH 01969 667310
Old Hall Cottage Campsite – A small riverside campsite in Hardraw village, close to Hardraw Force and ideal for exploring Upper Wensleydale. Hardraw, Hawes, DL8 3LZ, 01969 667691
Shaw Ghyll Caravan & Camping – A tranquil campsite in Upper Wensleydale offering pitches and cottages, with direct access to surrounding dales and fells. Simonstone, Hawes, DL8 3LY, 01969 667359
Street Head Caravan Park – A quiet park in Bishopdale offering touring and static caravans in a secluded valley off Wensleydale. Bishopdale, Leyburn, DL8 3TE, 01969 663472
Yorkshire Dales Country & Leisure Park – A static caravan and lodge park run by Park Holidays. Leyburn, DL8 5NX, 01969 600375
Wharfedale & Littondale (The Picturesque Heartland)
Famous Landscapes: A classic U-shaped valley. It features Kilnsey Crag, a sheer limestone overhang popular with climbers. Littondale is a “hidden” side valley, widely considered the quietest in the park, with stunning scenery and charming villages.
Outdoor Adventure: Starting point of the Dales Way footpath. The river features The Strid, a notoriously dangerous narrow chasm where the entire River Wharfe is forced through a gap just feet wide.
Iconic Landmarks & Heritage:
Bolton Abbey: The 12th-century ruins of an Augustinian priory set in a vast country estate.
Grassington: The cobblestoned market town used as the filming location for All Creatures Great and Small.
Interesting Fact: Arncliffe in Littondale was the original setting for the TV soap Emmerdale (then Emmerdale Farm). The name Emmerdale is based Amerdale, the ancient Norse name for Littondale, with Arncliffe picked as it was seen to perfectly represent an authentic, unspoilt, and picturesque Yorkshire Dales village (as it still does to this day).
Caravan Parks, Touring, Glamping/Camping Sites:
Littondale Country & Leisure Park – Our lovely peaceful park with far reaching views of the beautiful Littondale, with static caravans for sale, glamping and caravans for hire (soon to come!).
Ash Keys Caravan Park, Seat House, Eshton, Skipton
Buckden Camping – A simple campsite beside the River Wharfe, popular with walkers and cyclists exploring Upper Wharfedale. Buckden, Skipton, BD23 5JA, 01756 760304
Causeway Caravan Site – A family-run campsite in Kettlewell village, well placed for woodland walks and Upper Wharfedale scenery. The Causeway, Kettlewell, Skipton, BD23 5QY, 01756 752876
Coxon’s Farm Glamping Pods – 2 glamping pods on a working sheep and beef farm, in heart of the Yorkshire Dales, Cracoe, Skipton, BD23 6LB, 07833 432045
Grassington Campsite Hebden Road, Grassington, BD23 5LH 07547 199876
Kettlewell Camping – A family-run campsite overlooking Kettlewell, offering scenic pitches within walking distance of village amenities. Scargill House, Kettlewell, Skipton, BD23 5RE, 07930 379079
Howgill Lodge Caravan Park – Camping and glamping, with 5 lodges, 19 caravan pitches and 47 tent grass pitches. Barden, Skipton, BD23 6DJ, 01756 720655
Kettlewell Camping – A family-run campsite overlooking Kettlewell, offering scenic pitches within walking distance of village amenities. Scargill House, Kettlewell, Skipton, BD23 5RE, 07930 379079
Long Ashes Park – Lodge & Static Ownership. Features a spa, gym, and pub. Threshfield, Skipton, BD23 5PN, 01756 752261
Mason’s Campsite – Small campsite with 40 hook up pitches. Appletreewick, BD23 6DD, 01756 720 275
Threaplands Caravan & Camping Park – A small touring park near Cracoe, set in open countryside south of Grassington. Cracoe, Skipton, BD23 6LD, 01756 730248
Wharfe Camp – Small, quiet site for touring and motorhomes. Kettlewell, Skipton, BD23 5HX, 07825 737080
Wood Nook Caravan Park – Touring pitches and holiday homes for hire/sale. Conistone, Skipton BD23 5NU, 01756 752412
Malhamdale & Airedale (The Geological Wonder)
Famous Landscapes: Contains the most spectacular limestone geology in Europe. Malham Cove is a 230ft high curved cliff, and Gordale Scar is a massive hidden limestone gorge with two waterfalls.
Outdoor Adventure: Walking the limestone pavement atop the Cove (clints and grykes). Janet’s Foss is a woodland waterfall said to be home to a fairy queen.
Iconic Landmarks & Heritage:
Skipton Castle: One of the most complete and best-preserved medieval castles in England.
Interesting Fact: The limestone pavement at Malham Cove was featured in the film Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows.
Caravan Parks, Touring, Glamping/Camping Sites:
Malham Glamping Pods – Well-equipped glamping pods in Malham village, offering a comfortable base for exploring the surrounding limestone landscape. Malham, Skipton, BD23 4DH, 01729 237918
Riverside Campsite, Malham – A family-run campsite beside Malham Beck, within walking distance of Malham village and climbing routes. Malham, Skipton, BD23 4DJ, 01729 830287
Ribblesdale (The Land of the Three Peaks)
Famous Landscapes: Dominated by the dramatic “big three” limestone mountains: Whernside, Ingleborough, and Pen-y-ghent.
Outdoor Adventure: The spiritual home of the Yorkshire Three Peaks Challenge (a 24-mile circular route). It is also the UK’s capital for potholing, featuring the massive Gaping Gill cavern.
Iconic Landmarks & Heritage:
Ribblehead Viaduct: A 24-arch masterpiece of Victorian engineering on the Settle-Carlisle Railway.
Hoffmann Kiln: A massive, rare industrial lime-burning kiln at Langcliffe.
Interesting Fact: The Settle-Carlisle Railway was nearly closed in the 1980s but was saved by one of the most successful rail protest campaigns in British history.
Caravan Parks, Touring, Glamping/Camping Sites:
Holme Farm Campsite – A well-known campsite in Horton, frequently used by cyclists and walkers tackling long-distance routes. Horton-in-Ribblesdale, Settle, BD24 0HB, 01729 860281
Knight Stainforth Hall – Large park for touring caravans, camping, and holiday home ownership. Stainforth, Settle, North Yorkshire, BD24 0DP, 01729 822200
Langcliffe Park – A small caravan park near Settle, offering scenic views and easy access to Ribblesdale and nearby villages. Settle, BD24 9LX, 01729 822387
Meadow Falls – Family run campsite with 5 hardstanding pitches, 8 pods and 25 tent pitches. Thornton in Lonsdale, LA6 3PD, 07894 596523
Orcaber Farm Camping & Caravan Site – Campsite, caravans and pods open all year round. Austwick Settle, LA2 8AE, 07800 624994
Ribblesdale Pods – Luxury glamping pods in Horton-in-Ribblesdale with views of Pen-y-ghent and access to the Three Peaks. Horton-in-Ribblesdale, Settle, BD24 0EX, 07852 445871
Dentdale, Sedbergh, & the Howgills (The Cumbrian Dales)
Including: Rawthey Valley and Lune Valley
Famous Landscapes: A lush, green valley with cobbled streets in Dent. The Howgill Fells are smooth, steep-sided mountains described by Alfred Wainwright as looking like “sleeping elephants.”
Outdoor Adventure: Cautley Spout in the Rawthey Valley is England’s highest cascading waterfall (180m drop).
Iconic Landmarks & Heritage:
Sedbergh Book Town: England’s official book town, filled with independent shops.
Ruskin’s View: In the Lune Valley, a panoramic view of the River Lune praised by art critic John Ruskin.
Interesting Fact: Dent Station is the highest railway station in England, sitting at 1,150ft above sea level.
Caravan Parks, Touring, Glamping/Camping Sites:
Hawkrigg Lune Valley Park, peaceful lodge park with good views. Kirby Lonsdale, LA6 2EP, 01524 273533
High Laning Caravan & Camping – Family-run site for touring caravans, motorhomes, and tents. Dent, Sedbergh, Cumbria, LA10 5QL, 01539 625239
Pinfold Caravan Park (Sedbergh) – Static holiday home ownership and luxury rental lodges. 01539 620576
Woodclose Caravan Park, dog friendly glamping, self catering accommodation, touring pitches and holiday homes, 10 minutes walk from Kirby Lonsdale. High Casterton, Kirby Lonsdale LA6 2SE, 01524 271597
Westmorland Dales (The Northern Extension)
Including: Mallerstang and the Eden Valley
Famous Landscapes: Added to the National Park in 2016, this area features stunning limestone pavement, most notably at Great Asby Scar National Nature Reserve, the dramatic Wildboar Fell and the steep-sided valley of Mallerstang.
Outdoor Adventure: High-altitude walking with fewer crowds than the southern dales.
Iconic Landmarks & Heritage:
Pendragon Castle: Legend states this castle was built by Uther Pendragon, the father of King Arthur.
Smardale Gill Viaduct: A stunning Victorian structure now used as a walking route through a nature reserve.
Interesting Fact: The Westmorland Dales were part of the historic county of Westmorland, which disappeared in 1974 but was “reclaimed” by the National Park extension.
Caravan Parks, Touring, Glamping/Camping Sites:
Chapel Farm Caravan Park – Small family run business on Coast-to-Coast path, with 50 pitches including small rental fleet. Little Asby, Appleby in Westmoreland, 01539 623665
Low Greenside Farm Camping and Glamping, peaceful friendly farm campsite at the foot of the Howfill Fells, Greenside Lane, Ravenstonedale, Kirby Stephen, CA17 4LU, 01539 623217
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