Camping in Dalby Forest

Mountain bikers can take their pick of trails in Dalby Forest, set in the southern valleys of the North York Moors National Park. Miles of forests lead the way through the woodlands, and you can also explore on foot or on horseback. Kids have plenty to get excited about, too, with activities including a treetop adventure course, paintballing, archery, and orienteering. Stick around after dark as the park is also renowned for its dark skies and stargazing opportunities. The two campsites within Dalby Forest are reserved for use by youth groups, but campers can find plenty of options nearby.

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Mountain bikers can take their pick of trails in Dalby Forest, set in the southern valleys of the North York Moors National Park. Miles of forests lead the way through the woodlands, and you can also explore on foot or on horseback. Kids have plenty to get excited about, too, with activities including a treetop adventure course, paintballing, archery, and orienteering. Stick around after dark as the park is also renowned for its dark skies and stargazing opportunities. The two campsites within Dalby Forest are reserved for use by youth groups, but campers can find plenty of options nearby.

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1. Roseacre Retreat - Adult Only

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4 units · Glamping · England

Adults only site. 4 luxury glamping pods in North Yorkshire. 3 pods with hot tub, 1 without

2. Castle Howard Lakeside Holiday Park

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88 units · Tents, Motorhomes · England

Located in North Yorkshire on the Castle Howard Estate, Castle Howard Lakeside Holiday Park is just across The Great Lake from Castle Howard itself. A selection of hardstanding and grass pitches, with and without electric hook up. Pet friendly, open all year. On-site shop. The perfect base to visit Castle Howard and explore the surrounding area.

3. Scarborough Bay Sea View Camping

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50 units · Tents · England

Scarborough Bay - Sea View Camping, a clifftop retreat on the North Yorkshire coast. Pitch up where you wish on this spacious 5 acre site. All the pitches face the coast so you can have spectacular views over the sea, in this case the North Sea to Scarborough (15 minutes’ drive), giving you a front-row seat on one of England’s most spectacular coastlines. Here you can wake to vibrant sunrises and on clear evenings to watch sunsets in the west. There’s plenty more going for this peaceful site as well: walkers will perk up on hearing that it’s right on the Cleveland Way National Trail, surfers can catch waves at popular Cayton Bay (five minutes’ drive), and families can head for Go Ape or scenic biking trails in Dalby Forest (40 minutes). There’s also a farm shop 15 minutes’ walk away where you can get a decent coffee and homemade food. There’s plenty of room so you’re free to pitch up where you wish. Well-behaved dogs are welcome, and barbecues or firepits are allowed as long as they’re raised off the ground to protect the grass. The camping area is exposed and can get windy at times, so take care when erecting tents and ensure everything is well secured. Facilities are simple: chemical toilets and a water supply. The water supply is from the mains but we recommend bottled water for drinking to be safe. There are no showers on site. Solar showers can be bought on-line for about £10. The access road is alongside a grass field, so please ensure that your vehicle is suitable for the terrain. Local attractions and activities include: - Cleveland Way National Trail (direct access from the site) - Cayton Bay (surfing): five minutes’ drive - Filey Brigg (walking and fossil hunting): 10 minutes - Scarborough (castle and beach): 15 minutes - Alpamare UK (indoor/outdoor pools): 15 minutes - Hunmanby Gap (quiet beach): 15 minutes - Sea Life Scarborough (aquarium): 20 minutes - Dalby Forest (walking and Go Ape): 40 minutes.

4. Aldwark Bridge Glamping

3 units · Glamping · England

A unique and cosy pop-up glamping site Located on the banks of the River Ure next to a quaint and historical wooden toll bridge, Aldwark Bridge Glamping offers a unique and personal camping experience. Nestled between York and Harrogate, the site boasts a fantastic pit stop on the Coast to Coast cycling route, free landing access to the River Ure to enjoy kayaking and stand up paddle boarding and a beautiful river side walk to the local pub. Matt and Joanna invite you to glamp in style here at our cosy garden site with luxury shower room, extensive outdoor kitchen and welcoming communal fire pit seating area.

5. Butt Farm, Beverley

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30 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping · East Yorkshire, England

A family-friendly campsite on a working East Yorkshire Farm just outside the market town of Beverley

6. Greenoak Hideout

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2 units · Glamping · East Riding of Yorkshire, North East England

A small, yurt glamping site with treasure hunts and alpacas in the Yorkshire countryside

7. Breaks Fold Farm Glamping & Camping

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10 units · Tents, Motorhomes · Pateley Bridge, North Yorkshire, North East England

Camping in Nidderdale with excellent facilities, dogs and campfires welcome, and views over Thruscross Reservoir.

8. Dobella Lane Farm Certificated Site

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10 units · Tents, Motorhomes · Dobella La Goole, England

A small dog-friendly campsite in the Vale of York that's open all year

9. Kip & Nook

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6 units · Motorhomes · Darlington, England

Adult-only campervan site with hot tub pitches in North Yorkshire

10. Ravensdale Glamping Retreats

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4 units · Glamping · England

Discover a unique short getaway with just two or three days to spare! Enjoy your own private hot tub or outdoor bath, a BBQ, and a spacious patio—all included! Our glamping pods offer the perfect retreat for couples seeking a romantic weekend or families wanting to enjoy the great outdoors. Nestled on a charming old dairy farm and overlooking a tranquil pond, our beautifully designed, luxurious, and fully-equipped pods provide an ideal base for exploring the picturesque surroundings. A brand-new pod was added Summer 2025 bringing the total pods to just four! Located near the historic city of York, Castle Howard, and plenty of pubs, restaurants, and shopping destinations, there's something for everyone. Celebrate special occasions in style with our exclusive packages. Ravensdale Glamping Retreats is the perfect spot to create lasting memories with loved ones. Plus, our dog-friendly pods mean your furry friends can join in the adventure too!

11. Little Wold Away Glamping

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3 units · Glamping · East Riding of Yorkshire, North East England

Luxury pod glamping in the grounds of a nursery garden in the Yorkshire Wolds

12. Humble Bee Farm

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23 units · Glamping · North Yorkshire, North East England

Camping or ‘wigwaming’ on a pretty and very child-friendly farm among the Yorkshire Wolds

13. Wold Farm Caravan and Camping Site

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4 units · Motorhomes · Filey, North Yorkshire, North East England

A cliff-top, Yorkshire paradise for bird lovers

14. Scow Hall Farm

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15 units · Tents · Ilkley, West Yorkshire, North East England

A summer-only farm campsite in Yorkshire’s pretty Washburn Valley

15. Morning Dew Camping

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2 units · Motorhomes · England

Secluded field near the head of a picturesque valley with far-reaching views. Perfect for bird watching, within easy reach of quiet forestry tracks which are ideal for cycling and walking. Enjoy after dark stargazing too. A quiet location but only a few miles inland from Scarborough. Four miles to the village of Ayton which has a convenience store, garage, chemist, fish and chip shop and restaurant as well as two popular pubs. The quaint village of Scalby is only a few miles away, and Dolby Forest with a variety of outdoor activities is also nearby. Well behaved dogs are welcome. There is a fire pit available for those evenings around the camp fire, and barbecues are permitted. Please note that facilities are limited. We are situated within the National Park and we ask that visitors respect their surroundings and take all their waste away when they leave.

16. The Darling Woods of May

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7 units · Glamping · England

Set in over 12 acres of open meadows and wild woodland, The Darling Woods of May is a small working alpaca farm, located on the edge of the Yorkshire Wolds. Just a 5 minute drive from Pocklington in the East Riding of Yorkshire and just 20 minutes from the beautiful city of York. The Darling Woods offers secluded, luxury, woodland retreats with wood fired hot tubs.

17. Garth Farm Caravan & Camping

18 units · Tents, Motorhomes · England

Nestled in the quiet village of Hollym, East Yorkshire our caravan and camping site makes for a perfect getaway. Calling all walkers and wildlife spotters… fancy pitching up within strolling distance of not one, but two nature reserves? That’s the deal at Garth Farm Caravan and Camping in Hollym, less than 10 minutes’ drive from Withernsea’s coast and 40 minutes from Hull. It's all trees and open fields in the surrounds of this family-run East Yorkshire site, and the pleasing rural views continue at Toffling Hill Reserve (a few minutes’ walk), a place of grassy areas, boundary trees and a shallow pond to explore. Continue your amble for a further 15 minutes to hit the woodland, meadow and open water of Hollym Carrs Reserve, where you should certainly keep an eye out for a variety of birds, mammals and insects while you wander. We are located 2 miles from Withernsea, the nearest beach and seaside town. Surrounded by trees and open fields the site is off the beaten track with two nature reserves within walking distance. Within a 10 minute walk there is a village pub and garden centre and cafe.

18. Wolds Walk Glamping

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2 units · Glamping · Pickering, North Yorkshire, North East England

Dog-friendly and family-friendly glamping with a fabulous view along the Yorkshire Wolds Way.

19. Yapham Holds Farmhouse

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3 units · Glamping · England

Adult only, dog friendly Pod & Tent Glamping & Camping site. We are a small quiet site perfect for couples and friends and walking in the Yorkshire Wolds. Our camping pods are perfect for those wanting a little bit more luxury than camping but still on a budget, and our small 6 pitch campsite is perfect for those wanting to get away from it all but still be close to local market town Pocklington

20. Enholmes Meadow

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10 units · Tents, Motorhomes · England

Set in the 42 acre estate of Enholmes Hall, Enholmes Meadow provides a limited number of large camping pitches for tents or tent boxes and small campers. Site is close to nature and allows you to relax and watch the wild life and wide open dark skys. On site clean toilets and showers and a rec room/ bar to re-charge.

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Wold Farm Caravan and Camping Site

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4 units · Motorhomes · Filey, North Yorkshire, North East England

A cliff-top, Yorkshire paradise for bird lovers

Scow Hall Farm

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15 units · Tents · Ilkley, West Yorkshire, North East England

A summer-only farm campsite in Yorkshire’s pretty Washburn Valley

Morning Dew Camping

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2 units · Motorhomes · England

Secluded field near the head of a picturesque valley with far-reaching views. Perfect for bird watching, within easy reach of quiet forestry tracks which are ideal for cycling and walking. Enjoy after dark stargazing too. A quiet location but only a few miles inland from Scarborough. Four miles to the village of Ayton which has a convenience store, garage, chemist, fish and chip shop and restaurant as well as two popular pubs. The quaint village of Scalby is only a few miles away, and Dolby Forest with a variety of outdoor activities is also nearby. Well behaved dogs are welcome. There is a fire pit available for those evenings around the camp fire, and barbecues are permitted. Please note that facilities are limited. We are situated within the National Park and we ask that visitors respect their surroundings and take all their waste away when they leave.

The Darling Woods of May

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7 units · Glamping · England

Set in over 12 acres of open meadows and wild woodland, The Darling Woods of May is a small working alpaca farm, located on the edge of the Yorkshire Wolds. Just a 5 minute drive from Pocklington in the East Riding of Yorkshire and just 20 minutes from the beautiful city of York. The Darling Woods offers secluded, luxury, woodland retreats with wood fired hot tubs.

Garth Farm Caravan & Camping

18 units · Tents, Motorhomes · England

Nestled in the quiet village of Hollym, East Yorkshire our caravan and camping site makes for a perfect getaway. Calling all walkers and wildlife spotters… fancy pitching up within strolling distance of not one, but two nature reserves? That’s the deal at Garth Farm Caravan and Camping in Hollym, less than 10 minutes’ drive from Withernsea’s coast and 40 minutes from Hull. It's all trees and open fields in the surrounds of this family-run East Yorkshire site, and the pleasing rural views continue at Toffling Hill Reserve (a few minutes’ walk), a place of grassy areas, boundary trees and a shallow pond to explore. Continue your amble for a further 15 minutes to hit the woodland, meadow and open water of Hollym Carrs Reserve, where you should certainly keep an eye out for a variety of birds, mammals and insects while you wander. We are located 2 miles from Withernsea, the nearest beach and seaside town. Surrounded by trees and open fields the site is off the beaten track with two nature reserves within walking distance. Within a 10 minute walk there is a village pub and garden centre and cafe.

Wolds Walk Glamping

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2 units · Glamping · Pickering, North Yorkshire, North East England

Dog-friendly and family-friendly glamping with a fabulous view along the Yorkshire Wolds Way.

Yapham Holds Farmhouse

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3 units · Glamping · England

Adult only, dog friendly Pod & Tent Glamping & Camping site. We are a small quiet site perfect for couples and friends and walking in the Yorkshire Wolds. Our camping pods are perfect for those wanting a little bit more luxury than camping but still on a budget, and our small 6 pitch campsite is perfect for those wanting to get away from it all but still be close to local market town Pocklington

Enholmes Meadow

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10 units · Tents, Motorhomes · England

Set in the 42 acre estate of Enholmes Hall, Enholmes Meadow provides a limited number of large camping pitches for tents or tent boxes and small campers. Site is close to nature and allows you to relax and watch the wild life and wide open dark skys. On site clean toilets and showers and a rec room/ bar to re-charge.

Stories from the community

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Heather

October 2025

Weekend Trip to Greenoak Hideout

We had such a lovely stay at Greenoak. The hosts were so friendly and approachable and there were lots of lovely small touches that made the yurts feel homely and comfortable. The log burners and electric blankets meant that we were warm over night and had a really comfortable sleep. We are looking forward to going in the Summer to be able to enjoy more daylight hours. The boys (4 and 7) loved all of the friendly animals and the play equipment on the land, as well as the hot tub! We will definitely book again and would recommend to our friends and family! Thank you for a lovely stay and we look forward to visiting again next year!

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Ruth

September 2025

5 m Class B

Weekend Trip to Wold Farm Caravan and Camping Site

Just spent three nights in our campervan at Wold Farm. We received a warm and friendly welcome and were invited to choose a pitch anywhere we fancied. It’s a nice, open site and the pitches are spacious. Toilets were clean with plenty of hot water. We knew there were no showers on site but would really have liked some!

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Leanne

September 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Greenoak Hideout

The setting was just perfect for our family of five (including two dogs and a 4 year old). The Yurt was comfortable, clean and very cosy. The private shower and toilet facilities were great, as was the hot tub. We had a trip to the local nature reserve during our stay, however think our daughter and the dogs were just as happy in the grounds with lots to explore, very friendly animals and lots of activities including trampoline and climbing walls. Thank you.

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peter

September 2025

6 m Class A

Weekend Trip to Castle Howard Lakeside Holiday Park

Location was lovely. Had a really peaceful break with plenty of room for privacy . Lovely local walks & watching the sunset over the lake was amazing.

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Ian

September 2025

Tent

3 nights at Breaks Fold Farm Glamping & Camping

Really well laid out site. Quite steep in places with rough ground but fine if you are mobile. Toilet and shower facilities are excellent, as is the wash up area with phone charging facilities and shared fridges. Fantastic base to explore the area, right next to the Thurscross reservoir.

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Niamh

September 2025

Weekend Trip to Ravensdale Glamping Retreats

Really enjoyed our stay. The cabin had everything needed, it was a lovely cabin and very clean. We will recommend to other and will definitely be back!

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Chris

August 2025

Tent

1 night at Castle Howard Lakeside Holiday Park

Beautiful place unreal setting and the night sky was unreal with a added bonus of half price tickets for 2 people around the 1000 acre castle Howard

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Louise

August 2025

5 m Class B

Weekend Trip to Morning Dew Camping

A beautiful spot with great views and lovely hosts too. It feels very secluded but also very safe so we will definitely be going again. No complaints or issues at all and we would definitely recommend to others.

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Emily

August 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Dobella Lane Farm Certificated Site

I found the campsite easy to find, Margaret is lovely. I camped in the orchard with my tent. I enjoyed my stay and I was made to feel welcome. There is one toilet there near to reception and portable water. I would stay again and recommend it to, Thank you Margaret 😀

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Amy

August 2025

Tent

With kids

1 night at Scarborough Bay Sea View Camping

An excellent stay. A super spot above Clayton bay at a very good price. Mark was an excellent host, very helpful and great communication. We shall definitely stay again.

Sue

August 2025

Tent

4 nights at Butt Farm, Beverley

This was our 2nd time at Butt Farm, and it definitely won’t be our last. We love it. The pitches are a great size. When we first arrived our allocated pitch had a tent on it but was quickly resolved, we were given 2 pitches to choose from. There are a few bbq’s which you can borrow free and fire pits for £12 per night including wood, which I think is very reasonable. Plenty of instant hot water for washing up. Fridge and freezers free to use. Nice toilets/showers, again with plenty of instant hot water (and music playing while you shower 😍). Oh and very free range eggs (chickens are loose on the site) for £2 for 6!! Brilliant. It’s only about 40 mins walk into Beverley. There’s really nothing to not like about this site. Would highly recommend. Will definitely return.

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Emma

August 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Castle Howard Lakeside Holiday Park

Great location right next to a beautiful lake and a short walk to Castle Howard. Clean toilet and shower block.

Emily

August 2025

Tent

With kids

3 nights at Butt Farm, Beverley

The site was great; everything you need for your stay. The site was clean, well maintained & the surrounding landscape was stunning! So very quiet ❤️💕

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Toni

August 2025

2 nights at Roseacre Retreat - Adult Only

Really lovely stay, Michael and Natalie really went above and beyond for our stay. The pods are beautiful I really didn't want to leave! Was just perfect in every way! 100% recommend to anyone who wants a retreat in the middle of nowhere quite and secluded. Absolutely spot on! Thank you! No doubt we will be back at some point again.

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Laura

August 2025

6 m Class A

With kids

1 night at Castle Howard Lakeside Holiday Park

Very good Place, there are all the facilities you Need.

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Winter

August 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Scow Hall Farm

We loved staying here! Beautiful views and close to Harrogate and Knaresborough.

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Ted

August 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Breaks Fold Farm Glamping & Camping

Camping was beautiful here lovely walks with dogs very clean showers. Host were great.very friendly. And informative

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Hazel

August 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Enholmes Meadow

Tranquil, beautiful site, good facilities, friendly owner and a haven for wildlife.

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Gemma

August 2025

6 m Class B

With pets

Weekend Trip to Breaks Fold Farm Glamping & Camping

A very warm welcome and clean facilities. Good walking nearby

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Fil

August 2025

Tent

With kids

4 nights at Breaks Fold Farm Glamping & Camping

Excellent facilities. Very welcoming, helpful owners. Very quiet site which suited us. Lots of space even for our large bell tent.

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Roe Deer Meadow

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12 units · Glamping · Filey, North Yorkshire, North East England

A small and super-friendly rural campsite close to Yorkshire’s east coast

Walcot Hall Estate

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2 units · Glamping · Near Alkborough, England

Glamping with a hot tub and a private bathroom in the grounds of a stately home in the North Lincolnshire countryside

Off-Grid Glamping at Lahtle Wood

15 units · Glamping · England

Lahtle Wood is an eco friendly off-grid Glamping site in North Yorkshire, catering for all age groups with the addition of delightful wood-fired hot tubs for our romantic 2 person pods. There is no electricity inside the pods but there is running water for our toilets and hot showers for your comfort. We offer 15 Glamping units accommodating families and groups of all ages for 2, 4, and 6 people. Each pod has its own private area and facilities placed in the corners of 4 separate grassy glades hidden amongst the trees. The aim is for guests to unwind in the great outdoors, away from their electronic devices, discover how to light a fire to heat the shower boiler, cook on a camp fire grill and snuggle up around a log fire pit. We are a dog-friendly site, but we do ask that dogs are kept on a lead and owners take responsibility and use the bins provided. Please be mindful of children playing within the wood and grassland. Situated 10 miles from the old market town of Malton, 13 miles from the coastal town of Scarborough and only 29 miles from the city of York, we are perfectly located for you to explore close by local activities such as the North Yorkshire Water Park, Dalby Forest and Go Ape, Flamingo Land, the Sealife Centre, Eden Camp and Castle Howard, to name but a few. For the fit and active, take a stroll along the Wolds Way trail with delightful views across this beautiful County and rest half way round at our lovely local pub, The Dawnay Arms for lunch/dinner on route, only a miles walk from our site. All of this makes Lahtle Wood the perfect place to bring your family or that special someone for a relaxing getaway in the stunning Yorkshire Wolds near the North York moors. Come and see what glamping has to offer you.

Coast and Camplight Whitby Glamping

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1 unit · Glamping · England

Our camps are spread out across our site, each one secluded from the others with nothing to see but the meadows, woods, views and at night the starry skies. The site is truly wild, with ancient woodland to one side with a beck running through it, and fields which we are rewilding full of wildflowers, bees and butterflies. The wildlife runs riot, with deer, owls, badgers, bats and all kinds of wild birds regular visitors. To preserve our wilderness and peace no cars are allowed on site; our visitors walk down the fields to their camps, leaving the real world with their cars at the gate (if you have mobility problems please contact us directly). Our camps are completely off-grid making it perfect for those looking for a digital detox and to get away from the stresses and strains of modern life. We try hard to be gentle on this beautiful place we call home, and the site is designed to be low impact on the environment with it’s own spring water, composting toilets and willow banks. All lighting is solar or via rechargeable batteries and eco-friendly washing products are provided. All the camps have a luxurious feeling despite feeling completely cut off from the outside world, with proper beds with comfy mattresses and their own hot showers; luxury bedding and fluffy towels are provided. Each camp has been handbuilt entirely by us from scratch from things that are recycled, found, car booted, made, upcycled, saved or rescued. Some things are on their third or even fourth life on the farm. Look out for the details, expect the unexpected, this is not glamping by numbers. Nothing says glamping to us like a real fire at the end of the day, toasting marshmallows, sharing stories and putting the day to rest. Each camp has a firepit for you to do just this. There is very little mobile reception in many places on the farm and we wholeheartedly recommend you take this as an opportunity to leave your phone with the rest of the modern world behind for your stay and remember what it is to live a little bit wild.

Crowdy Hall

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1 unit · Glamping · Stockton On Tees, England

Crowdy Hall is an off-grid retreat featuring several bespoke-built, timber-framed eco-cabins. Set in 200 acres of picturesque farmland, guests are encouraged to unplug, unwind and relax, enjoying a break away from the hustle and bustle of every day life. Expect wood burning stoves for heat, fire pits on the decking and solar panels for power.

Happy farmer sitting in a truck in a grassy field

Camping in Dalby Forest guide

When to go

Walkers and mountain bikers can hit the trails at Dalby Forest year-round, although it can get muddy after rainfall, so wear sturdy shoes. July and August are the busiest months, when it’s essential to book activities or bike rentals in advance. Spring and autumn see the forest at its most colourful, garnished with wildflowers or fall foliage, while autumn through winter is the best time for stargazing.

Know before you go

Dalby Forest is located at the south end of the North York Moors National Park, about a 30-minute drive from Pickering or Scarborough.
The Moors Bus runs to the park from Easter through October, otherwise you will need your own transport. Paid parking (credit/debit cards only) is available.
There are restrooms, a gift shop, and a café in the park. Bike rentals are also available.
Some of the park’s trails are wheelchair accessible, and mobility scooters are available for hire.