Best farm campsites Yorkshire Dales: top scenic spots

Looking to stay at one of the many farm campsites in the Yorkshire Dales? We’re not surprised! One of Britain’s 15 national parks, the Yorkshire Dales make up a stunning landscape of moors, limestone hills, waterfalls, and the “dales” or river valleys the park is named for. It’s known for many beautiful spots like Malham Cove and Aysgarth Falls, as well as for its outdoor activities and market towns – try the Three Peaks challenge or sample local produce at towns like Settle and Kirkby Lonsdale.

This region makes a fabulous setting for # vanlife holidays, especially on Yorkshire Dales farm campsites where you can soak up the best of Dales rural life and scenery after a day’s activity or sightseeing. We’ve rounded up our top picks below!

Farm campsites in the Yorkshire Dales

Catgill Farm

Address: **** Bolton Abbey, North Yorkshire BD23 6HA

Price per night: from £12 per adult

This stunning farm campsite right on the southern edge of the Yorkshire Dales has been acclaimed as among the top five in the country. It’s been family-run for over 60 years and is now a camping and glamping site with pitches and camping pods in a glorious setting on the Duke of Devonshire's Chatsworth estate. A coffee shop is right on site.

Camping spot features

• Choose your own pitch

• Spectacular views of the Yorkshire Dales

• 5-star amenities block

• Dogs welcome

• Firepits for hire

Masons Campsite

Address: **** Ainhams House, Appletreewick, Skipton BD23 6DD

Price per night: from £34 (two adults; electric hook-up)

Six miles north from Catgill Farm is another much recommended Dales farm campsite, scenic Ainhams House near Skipton. It’s a perfect base for outdoor days and Yorkshire Dales exploring: the River Wharfe runs alongside the farm, and Bolton Abbey plus Burnsall, Linton and Grassington villages are all within walking distance via the Dales Way.

Camping spot features

• Flat, grass pitches with unobstructed views of the Yorkshire Dales

• Two country pubs within two minutes walk

• Two camping fields, both with loads of space

• Coffee & Bread Shed serving barista coffee, fresh croissants, baguettes and more

Buckden Camping at Heber Farm

Address: **** Heber Farm, Buckden, Skipton BD23 5JA

Price per night: from £14

A campsite on National Trust land is generally a good bet to be in stunning scenery, and Buckden Camping at Heber Farm is no exception. Run by the same couple since the early 1990s, this campsite sits in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales in picturesque Upper Wharfedale. Spectacular scenic walks are all around.

Camping spot features

• Just five motorhome/campervan pitches, set over two acres

• Dales Way footpath accessible from the site

• Certified Location Caravan & Camping Club site

• Electric hook-up at all pitches

Orcaber Caravan and Camping Site

Address: **** Austwick, Settle LA2 8AE

Price per night: from £25 (two adults; hard standing super pitch with electric, water tap and grey waste drain)

Anyone in the Dales for outdoor adventures should like this site on the western edge of the national park near Settle: Orcaber Caravan and Camping Site is close to the famous and scenic Yorkshire Three Peaks – Pen-y-Ghent, Whernside and Ingleborough, where the challenge is to hike all three (about 26 miles’ worth) within 12 hours. If that sounds too much, the farm is also close to the lovely Forest of Bowland for woodland strolls.

Camping spot features

• Quiet family-run site

• The market town of Settle just five miles away

• Dog friendly: dog walking space on site

Nun Cote Nook Farm Campsite

Address: **** Marrick, Richmond DL11 7LG

Price per night: £7 per person

Stay up high among award-winning livestock at this working family farm, set 1,000 feet above sea level close to the small village of Marrick. The farm is on the eastern side of the Yorkshire Dales National Park, near Richmond, and our closest pick to the rest of North Yorkshire and another beautiful national park in the North York Moors.

Camping spot features

• Breathtaking views in peaceful countryside

• 12-acre camping field

• Pets welcome – for free

• On-site tearoom

Kettlewell Camping

Address: **** Conistone Road, Kettlewell BD23 5RE

Price per night: from £30

Rural greenery surrounds this farm campsite, the Small Campsite of the Year winner in the Caravan and Camping Awards 2018-19. The gorgeous views are part of the farm setting in the Dales, right on the edge of Kettlewell village and 14 miles from Skipton. The village is within walking distance: stroll in for three acclaimed pubs, a traditional village store, a deli and bistro, play park and ice cream parlour.

Camping spot features

• Stunning views across the Upper Wharfedale Valley

• Family-run for three generations

• Private field available for hire, with six electric hook-ups, a fire pit and a picnic area

• Only 10 metres from the Dales Way

High Moor Farm Caravan Park

Address: **** Skipton Rd, Harrogate HG3 2LT

Price per night: £27.50 (two adults; electric hook-up)

If you want a Yorkshire Dales farm campsite with plenty of leisure options on-site and nearby, High Moor Farm is the place for you. It's setting on the southern edge of the Dales is just south of the Nidderdale Area of Outstanding Beauty, and only four miles from Harrogate for spa days and town sightseeing. Or just stay on-site to relax – the location is exquisite.

Camping spot features

• Family-friendly

• Indoor pool, fishing and nine-hole golf course all on site

• Bar serving freshly prepared food

• Fully heated toilet and shower block with baby changing

Plan Your Camping Trip To The Yorkshire Dales

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