The best glamping in Dalby Forest with wifi provided

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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Top-rated campgrounds

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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Top-rated campgrounds

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. 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!

3. 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

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. 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

6. 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.

7. 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

8. The Hygge Out

2 units · Glamping · England

The Hygge Out is an adult-only glamping site offering peaceful, high-comfort stays in modern, Scandinavian-inspired glamping pods. Located in quiet countryside, each pod is designed for guests looking to unwind in nature without giving up key amenities. Site Features: • Adults only – no children or pets allowed • Wood-burning stove for heating • Ensuite bathroom with shower and toilet • Fridge with freezer compartment • Big Green Egg barbecue • Private wood-fired hot tub • Outdoor seating • Communal fire pit area with a wood-fired pizza oven – both available 24/7 • Parking – one space per pod included on site

9. Cliff Stud Retreat - Ski Lodge

3 units · Glamping · York, England

A 220 acre estate set within the traditional market town of Helmsley in. The North Yorkshire Moores. Two cosy cottages which sleep five people and three luxury lodges that sleep two each, set in a private forest. The cottages are ideal for families and we accept your four legged family members. The lodges are ideal for adult only escapes to the country.

Camper favorites in and near Dalby Forest

Top-rated campgrounds reviewed by the Hipcamp community.

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.

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

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.

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

The Hygge Out

2 units · Glamping · England

The Hygge Out is an adult-only glamping site offering peaceful, high-comfort stays in modern, Scandinavian-inspired glamping pods. Located in quiet countryside, each pod is designed for guests looking to unwind in nature without giving up key amenities. Site Features: • Adults only – no children or pets allowed • Wood-burning stove for heating • Ensuite bathroom with shower and toilet • Fridge with freezer compartment • Big Green Egg barbecue • Private wood-fired hot tub • Outdoor seating • Communal fire pit area with a wood-fired pizza oven – both available 24/7 • Parking – one space per pod included on site

Cliff Stud Retreat - Ski Lodge

3 units · Glamping · York, England

A 220 acre estate set within the traditional market town of Helmsley in. The North Yorkshire Moores. Two cosy cottages which sleep five people and three luxury lodges that sleep two each, set in a private forest. The cottages are ideal for families and we accept your four legged family members. The lodges are ideal for adult only escapes to the country.

Stories from the community

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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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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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Victoria

July 2025

Weekend Trip to Roseacre Retreat - Adult Only

Fantastic stay. Well looked after. Everything was clean and things were provided. The information booklet was great on arrival. Welcoming and helpful.

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Brodie

May 2025

2 nights at Roseacre Retreat - Adult Only

We loved our stay at Roseacre retreat. The hosts were lovely and very helpful with information on how to get there, they offer support with anything you need. It was very clean and everything needed was provided. The views from the pod were beautiful I would definitely recommend and stay again in the future.

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Charlotte

April 2025

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Ravensdale Glamping Retreats

What a gorgeous stay here! Stayed in the glencroft for two nights. I was able to ask Rich lots of questions before booking. The setting is beautiful and the pod even more so. Lovely welcome basket and all you need is provided. You just need your food, a costume for the hot tub and you’re in for a perfect stay. I slept like a log for 2 nights and the weather made it even more perfect. There is plenty to do within 1 hour of the pods and we opted for 2 days of hiking so the hot tub was a welcome relief! The under floor heating is also fantastic. The shower was a little temperamental you couldn’t get a balance between hot and cold but if that’s a stretch to find anything to improve on. I hope I’ll be back one day

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Ebonie

March 2025

Weekend Trip to Roseacre Retreat - Adult Only

We came for my partners birthday and it was the perfect escape from reality we had such a lovely stay here and will definitely be back in the future! Couldn’t recommend this lovely establishment enough :)

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Josh

November 2024

Weekend Trip to Ravensdale Glamping Retreats

Me and my girlfriend stayed here for two nights and we loved it. It’s set in a private area with lovely glamorous pods. I booked this for my girlfriend’s birthday and it did not disappoint. Access to a private hot tub, bbq and indoor speakers in the ceiling really allowed us to relax while there. On a night we chilled in our room and had a movie night which had access to Netflix, Disney and all other platforms. I would definitely recommend this to anyone wanting a chilled weekend, while also only being about 25 minutes from the city of York. Thank you to the hosts for being nice and available to us if we needed and also recommending some walks to go on.

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The best glamping in Dalby Forest with wifi provided 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.