When can I check in and check out of Gateway To The Moors Caravan Park?

Camping and touring Arrive: 12 p.m. – 9 p.m. Depart by: 11:30 a.m. Read more

How much does it cost to stay at Gateway To The Moors Caravan Park?

From £18 (for 1 night, 6 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.

Gateway To The Moors Caravan Park

View prices & book Last booked one day ago 9.6 163 reviews

Visitor image of the well kept pitches and grounds and fantastic views

Looking over the field in front of the pitches

View over the field in front of the pitches

Well-kept touring pitches on the edge of the North York Moors
Pickering, Rievaulx Abbey and Castle Howard within 20 minutes' drive
A mile from Kirkbymoorside and close to bus stops

The views are about as rural as they come at Gateway to the Moors Caravan Park… and as its name suggests, this scenic hideaway is just on the edge of the North York Moors National Park. More specifically, it’s in the tiny village of Keldholme and surrounded by mature trees, with the River Dove on one side and a working farm on the other (and open countryside all around). Yet this site is surprisingly well connected: it’s easily accessed from the A170 and a mile from Kirkbymoorside, a market town with shops, pubs, takeaways and other amenities. There’s also an excellent bus service here (for outings around the Moors, to York or to the coast) and another bus stop in the village for jaunts to local towns. The park’s hardstanding pitches are well kept, with views down the field to the river, electric hookups and water close to each pitch. The team here takes pride in its lawns – the grass is cut regularly, and although barbecues are permitted, you’re asked not to put them on the grass. You may bring your own, but free firepits are provided for each pitch and bags of wood can be purchased on site. Handily, the site's entrance and exit are covered by security cameras and free wifi is available around the entrance/exit area. There are eco-friendly touches around the place too: recycling is encouraged, and there are facilities for charging batteries and electric bikes. This part of North Yorkshire is a great area for walkers and cyclists – stroll straight out from the site through the woods to pick up local footpaths if you don’t fancy straying too far. The site is also less than five minutes' drive away from Ryedale Auctioneers, an auction house, and 15 minutes' drive away from vehicle storage buildings in Pickering.

Site type

Open all year

Please note

This site has no on-site toilet and shower facilities.

The site does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
Group bookings of 5 or more units (e.g. tent, touring caravan, motorhome or accommodation hire) travelling together are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
Group bookings of 6 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
Single-sex bookings of 6 or more people (couples and immediate family members excepted) are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
A cable measuring at least 5 metres is needed for the electric hook-ups.
Units longer than 8.5 metres are not allowed.
Minimum spacing of 6 metres between pitches.
If making a fire, the fuel, logs and coal have to be purchased on site.
Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the site are unlit.
There is no reception on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.

15 kWh per day of electricity is included. Any further usage is metered on site at £0.30 per kWh and must be paid at check-out.

Languages spoken

English

Pitch types & availability

Electric hardstanding and grass touring pitch

6 people maximum

Ground type: Hardstanding and grass

Pitch size: Max 6.0m width x 8.0m depth (19.7ft width x 26.2ft depth) Calculated area: 48.0m² (516.7ft²)

6 people maximum

15 kWh per day of electricity is included. Any further usage is metered on site at £0.30 per kWh and must be paid at check-out.

One Touring caravan or Campervan or Motorhome or Roof tent or Trailer tent allowed per pitch

Additional units require additional pitches - quick book via 'Make another booking like this' after making your booking.

Pitch size

Max 6.0m width x 8.0m depth (19.7ft width x 26.2ft depth) Calculated area: 48.0m² (516.7ft²)

Ground type

Hardstanding and grass

0 rooms

Twin-axle vehicles accepted

Suitable for

Touring caravan, Campervan, Motorhome, Roof tent, Trailer tent, (Tent not allowed)

Features

Electric: 16 amp included

Bring a gazebo 1 included, 1 max.
Bring an awning 1 included, 1 max.
Bring a pup tent 1 included, 1 max.
Car 2 included, 2 max.
Dog(s) allowed 3 included, 3 max.

Car parking by pitch/unit
Chemical disposal point
Firepit

Other restrictions

Arrival days

From £18 (£18) 1 night, 2 adults

View prices & book

Reviews

would recommend this site to a friend

would stay here again

87%
10
0%
9
9%
8
0%
7
1%
6
0%
5
1%
4
0%
3
0%
2
0%
1

Only showing reviews for the last 30 months.

Large gravel pitches offered use of fire pit but van has heating

Easy to pitch up and get off site, no problems at all

Had a lovley barbi and they will supply you with a free firepit to use on site if you wanted a fire.

Walk in the garlic forest a t the side of the campsite very pretty .

Excellent site

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	10

Simon H. Apr 2025

Electric hardstanding and grass touring pitch

Liked: Gateway to the Moors in Kirkbymoorside is a quirky, peaceful gem—perfect for a short stay. This tiny five-pitch site by the River Dove has level hardstanding, electric hookups, fire pits, and recycling, with a dog-walking field nearby. Surrounded by North York Moors countryside, it’s serene, with minimal noise. Host Jayne’s warm welcome and thoughtful touches, like walking guides, add charm.

Disliked: No toilets or WiFi, but Kirkbymoorside’s pubs and shops are a mile away.

Recommend to friends Visit again

A lovely break and hope to visit again soon

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	8
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	8
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	6

David A. Apr 2025

Electric hardstanding and grass touring pitch

Liked: Lovely view, very warm welcome, fire pits and starry nights, easy access to local walks

Recommend to friends Visit again

Lovely quiet site , would definitely stay again Great value…

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	No rating
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	No rating
Cleanliness	No rating
Wifi	No rating

Alison b. Apr 2025

Electric hardstanding and grass touring pitch

Liked: Lovely quiet site , would definitely stay again
Great value

Disliked: Nothing

Recommend to friends Visit again

Like above lovely site ,clean ,good size pitches and lovely lady

Overall	6/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	No rating
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	No rating

Anonymous Apr 2025

Electric hardstanding and grass touring pitch

Liked: Absolutely loved the site set in beautiful Yorkshire valley overlooking river and woods with squirrels to amuse you every night free fire pits lovely lady runs and couldn't do enough for people its very clean

Disliked: Piggery not far away with squeeling pigs that gave off an awful smell constantly it's the only thing that spoiled it luckily we had places to visit every day wouldn't care but if the person that owned the pigs didn't have them squashed in like sardines they wouldn't have squeezed as much

Recommend to friends Visit again

Absolutely lovely tranquil place , easy to find 😀 jayne was lovely…

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	10

Debbie F. Apr 2025

Electric hardstanding and grass touring pitch

Liked: Absolutely lovely tranquil place , easy to find 😀 jayne was lovely came over to chat . Lovely clean well looked after grounds .well worth a stay and excellent value for money

Disliked: Nothing

Recommend to friends Visit again

Clean level pitches and very helpful host.

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	No rating
Facilities / Activities	No rating
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	No rating

Irene S. Mar 2025

Electric hardstanding and grass touring pitch

Liked: There’s nothing to dislike at Gateway to the Moors. Very clean and well run.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Excellent site, clean, tidy and peaceful

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	No rating
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	No rating
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	No rating

Anonymous Mar 2025

Electric hardstanding and grass touring pitch

Liked: Absolutely loved the location, nice and peaceful, the fire pits are a lovely touch and the general atmosphere around was nice.

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thankyou for your great review and happy that you enjoyed your stay.
Hopefully we will see you again soon.
Best Wishes
Jayne

Beautiful and friendly pitch. Wonderful host. So helpful after breaking my ankle.…

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	No rating
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	No rating

dorothy b. Feb 2025

Electric hardstanding and grass touring pitch

Liked: Beautiful and friendly pitch. Wonderful host. So helpful after breaking my ankle. Would definately recommend.

Disliked: Nothing

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Happy that you enjoyed your stay here and hope that you are recovering well now from your ankle and get to finish the "real holiday" that you had started.
Thanks again Jayne

Lovely site. Pitches near as levelness o/h picky so chose to use ramps

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	No rating
Cleanliness	No rating
Wifi	10

Anonymous Feb 2025

Electric hardstanding and grass touring pitch

Liked: Beautiful views and friendly host.
Liked proper recycling so many places do a nod to recycling but this was done properly.

Disliked: Road was a little closer than anticipated but presented no issues with traffic noise.

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thankyou for your great review.
Love the ramp comment !
Look forward to seeing you again soon.
Best Wishes
Jayne

Owner popped to see us, check everything was OK.

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	10

Caroline R. Feb 2025

Electric hardstanding and grass touring pitch

Liked: lovely place, highly reccomended

Disliked: There's honestly nothing

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thankyou for your lovely review.
Look forward to seeing you again soon.
Best Wishes
jayne

Features

Dogs allowed

Campfires allowed

Leisure on site

Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area TV room Take away Tennis Watersports

Amenities on site

Bath available Car parking by pitch/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Peaceful Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available No hot water Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearby Shop nearby

Type

Tiny (1-10 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Mountain biking nearby Outdoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Tennis nearby

Touring and motorhomes

Tourer storage facilities

Location

Gateway To The Moors Caravan Park

Duna Lodge

Keldholme

Kirkbymoorside

North Yorkshire

England

YO62 6NQ

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)

GPS

54.2684°N
-0.91151°W

Route directions

Please note that the A170 from Thirsk to Helmsley takes in Sutton Bank, which is prohibited to caravans in either direction. An alternative route is well signposted from Thirsk, and coming from the south on the A64 via Malton and Pickering is also a good option.

Nearest transport

Coach

5.8 mi The Royal Oak

17.6 mi Market Place

19.1 mi Bus Station

Rail

10.5 mi Malton Rail Station

12.7 mi Glaisdale Rail Station

13.2 mi Egton Rail Station

Ferry

25.3 mi Transporter Bridge South Side

25.3 mi Transporter Bridge North Side

Airport

26.9 mi Durham Tees Valley Airport

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

Local attractions

Here, old railways, abbeys, museums and forest trails could all be part of your holiday schedule. Pickering (10 minutes’ drive) is your gateway for the North Yorkshire Moors Railway to Whitby (the location of the abbey that inspired Dracula) and Goathland (a village in the moors with a heritage station). If it’s history that gets you excited, then there are more historical sites scattered around: Rievaulx Abbey (15 minutes), a ruined Cistercian abbey, Ampleforth Abbey (20 minutes), a Benedictine abbey, or Castle Howard (20 minutes), a historical estate with playgrounds and huge grounds. For museums, there’s the Eden Camp Modern History Theme Museum (20 minutes) and The World of James Herriot (half an hour). If it’s wildlife you’re after instead, visit the National Centre for Birds of Prey (15 minutes) or Flamingo Land (15 minutes), a zoo crossed with a theme park. And for the active days, perhaps the bike trails and Go Ape park in Dalby Forest (35 minutes), watersports in Scarborough (40 minutes) or sightseeing in York (50 minutes)?

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name	Distance	Type	2020	2019	2018	2017
Sandsend	18.9 mi	Sea	N/A	Good	Good	Good
Robin Hoods Bay	18.9 mi	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Good	Good
Whitby	19.3 mi	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Runswick Bay	19.3 mi	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Scarborough North Bay	20.4 mi	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Good	Good

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

North Yorkshire Moors Railway 5.6 mi

Flamingo Land Theme Park and Zoo 6 mi

Duncombe Park 6.9 mi

Rievaulx Terrace & Temples (NT) 8.1 mi

Rievaulx Abbey 8.3 mi

National Trust

Nunnington Hall 5.1 mi

Rievaulx Terrace 8.1 mi

Bridestones, Crosscliff and Blakey Topping 11.1 mi

Mount Grace Priory 18 mi

Yorkshire Coast 19.2 mi

Cycle routes

Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.

Other

NUNNINGTON HALL 4.9 mi

Pickering to Levisham Station by Train - Return on Foot 5.6 mi

Beverley and The Westwood: 'Minster, Mills and Markets' 6.3 mi

DUNCOMBE PARK 6.8 mi

The Daffodil Walk: Church Houses - Low Mill - Return 7.2 mi

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

Policies

Booking terms and conditions

Arrivals and departures

Late arrivals must notify the park as soon as possible. Your booking will be held for 24 hours. After this period the management reserves the right to relet your unit.

Changes to your holiday

Bookings cannot be amended within 7 day(s) of arrival.

Dogs

Dogs must be kept on leads and supervised at all times.
The site does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).

Extras

Motorbike(s) can be brought instead of the car(s) included.

General

In the event of a complaint, please speak to reception immediately. Complaints which are not brought to the management's attention during your stay cannot be dealt with once you have left the site.
Quiet hours must be respected between 10 p.m. and 8 a.m..
Radio, music and TV players must be kept at a low volume. Car doors and boots must be closed quietly.
This site has no on-site toilet and shower facilities.

Occupancy

Group bookings of 5 or more units (e.g. tent, touring caravan, motorhome or accommodation hire) travelling together are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
Group bookings of 6 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
Single-sex bookings of 6 or more people (couples and immediate family members excepted) are not permitted via Pitchup.com.

Pitches

A cable measuring at least 5 metres is needed for the electric hook-ups.
Minimum spacing of 6 metres between pitches.
Units should not be left unoccupied unless previously agreed with the management. Please speak to reception when the need arises, a fee may be charged for unsupervised units.
You must follow the management directives when pitching your tent/unit and related equipment.

Reception

There is no reception on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.

Safety

Barbecues are permitted but must be raised off the ground and attended by an adult at all times.
Firearms are not permitted.
Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the site are unlit.
If making a fire, the fuel, logs and coal have to be purchased on site.

Vehicles

No vehicle movement between 11 p.m. and 8 a.m..
Only one car is to be parked by the pitch. Extra vehicles must be parked in the designated area.
Units longer than 8.5 metres are not allowed.

Visitors

Visitors must leave the premises by 11 p.m..

Additional terms

15 kWh per day of electricity is included. Any further usage is metered on site at £0.30 per kWh and must be paid at check-out.

Payment terms

Offers

Conditions apply - see pitch type section for details

Nearest sites

Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable sites.

Frequently asked questions

Does Gateway To The Moors Caravan Park have a swimming pool? No View all features
Is Gateway To The Moors Caravan Park dog friendly? Yes View all features
What attractions are near Gateway To The Moors Caravan Park? Here, old railways, abbeys, museums and forest trails could all be part of your holiday schedule. Pickering (10 minutes’ drive) is your gateway for the North Yorkshire Moors Railway to Whitby (the … Read more
When can I check in and check out of Gateway To The Moors Caravan Park?

Camping and touring

Arrive: 12 p.m. – 9 p.m.

Depart by: 11:30 a.m.

Read more
How much does it cost to stay at Gateway To The Moors Caravan Park? From £18 (for 1 night, 6 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.