Penhill Park

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Grass pitches looking towards the dales
Grass pitches looking towards the dales
Walking route at middleham moor
The slightly sloping camping field
Well-maintained camping field
Grass pitches with views across wensleydale
Grass pitches with dale views
Camping field overlooking wensleydale
A typical yorkshire dales national park dry-stone wall
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Walking route at middleham moor
The slightly sloping camping field
Well-maintained camping field

  • Pop-up Yorkshire Dales site with stunning views across Wensleydale
  • Middleham Castle, Bolton Castle and Aysgarth Falls 15 minutes’ drive
  • Pubs about 20 minutes’ walk; shops and restaurants 10 minutes’ drive
Well, that’s quite some setting. Penhill Park is a pop-up, nearly wild site with superb views over the hills and vales of Wensleydale in the Yorkshire Dales National Park. There is an abundance of rural beauty to explore from the neatly mown camping field, and conveniently the shops, supermarkets and restaurants of Leyburn are an accessible 10 minutes’ drive away. Set on the edge of a 100-acre working farm, this family-friendly site is at the foot of Penhill hiking area and also adjacent to Middleham Moor, where you can watch racehorses from the local yards exercise on the gallops every morning. Dogs are welcome to accompany you on your meanders (there are two pubs about 20 minutes’ walk away too), but must be kept on a lead while on site as livestock grazes the surrounding fields. This peaceful spot is equipped with eco-toilets and a shower shack, a washing-up area and recycling amenities. The owners operate a ‘leave nothing behind but footprints’ policy, so be sure to take all your waste home with you. Depending on weather conditions, firepits are generally allowed, but please don’t use disposable barbecues or light campfires on the ground.

Site type

Tent pitches 30
Motorhome pitches 3
Opens 11 July
Please note
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • The site does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. XL Bully, Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
  • Minimum spacing of 6 metres between pitches.
  • There is no reception on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Fri, 11 Jul to

Pitch types & availability

Accommodation

Tent pitchesTouring caravan pitchesMotorhome pitchesLodges, cabins, pods or hutsCaravans for hireRent a tent
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2 adults
0 children
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Features

Pop-up campsite

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 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

D. of E. 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 Wild camping Wildlife haven

Utilities

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

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearby

Type

Farm Medium (26-50 pitches) Pop-up campsite

Accessibility

Accessible parking at pitch

Location

Penhill Park

Penhill Farm

West Witton

Leyburn

North Yorkshire

England

DL8 4ND

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)

GPS

54.28243°N
-1.90011°W

Nearest transport

Coach
12.7 mi High Green
12.7 mi The Angel
18.3 mi Bus Station Stand 1
Rail
17.4 mi Garsdale Rail Station
18.7 mi Horton-in-Ribblesdale Rail Station
18.8 mi Dent Rail Station
Airport
24.6 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

Local attractions and activities include: - The Forbidden Corner (kids’ theme park): 10 minutes’ drive - Wensleydale Railway (Leyburn station): 10 minutes - Middleham Castle (birthplace of Richard III): 15 minutes - Bolton Castle (themed family activities): 15 minutes - Aysgarth Falls (stepped waterfall): 15 minutes - Wensleydale Creamery (visitor centre): 25 minutes - Dales Countryside Museum (displays on rural life): 25 minutes - Buttertubs Pass (scenic drive): half an hour.

Must see

Jervaulx Abbey 6.6 mi

Richmond Castle 10.5 mi

Easby Abbey (EH) 11 mi

Fountains Abbey 17.2 mi

The Bowes Museum 18 mi

National Trust

Braithwaite Hall 3.7 mi

Moulton Hall 14.2 mi

Brimham Rocks 16.4 mi

Malham Tarn Estate 16.7 mi

Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal Water Garden 17.2 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

West Burton to Penhill 3.1 mi

Two Short Hill Walks From West Burton Falls 3.1 mi

West Burton - Templar Chapel - Aysgarth 3.1 mi

West Burton to The Street Head Inn via Newbiggin 3.1 mi

Aysgarth Falls - Aysgarth - Askrigg - Newbiggin 3.5 mi

Local events

  • Great Yorkshire Show (Tuesday 8 July 2025 – Tuesday 8 July 2025)

    Harrogate, North Yorkshire 26.3 mi

  • Harrogate Autumn Flower Show (Friday 19 September 2025 – Friday 19 September 2025)

    Ripon, North Yorkshire 26.9 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.

Offers

Conditions apply - see pitch type section for details

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Penhill Park have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Penhill Park dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Penhill Park? Local attractions and activities include: - The Forbidden Corner (kids’ theme park): 10 minutes’ drive - Wensleydale Railway (Leyburn station): 10 minutes - Middleham Castle (birthplace of Richard III): 15 minutes - … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Penhill Park?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  2 p.m. –  9:30 p.m.
    Depart by:  10:30 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Penhill Park? From £25 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.