Pennine View Caravan Park

View prices & book 9.6 269 reviews
Pitches on site
Pitches on site
View from bathroom overlooking pitches
Small on-site playground
Our on site bar - the engine shed
Our on site bar - the engine shed
Busy bank holiday
Stunning summer sunset over the park
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View from bathroom overlooking pitches
Small on-site playground
Our on site bar - the engine shed

  • Family-run site a mile from the centre of Kirkby Stephen
  • Playground, free wifi, bar and well-appointed washrooms
  • On the edge of the Yorkshire Dales National Park
One could base oneself at Pennine View Caravan Park for months on end to investigate the hundreds of miles' worth of spectacular paths in the area: the site is on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales National Park, a short drive from both the Lake District National Park and the North Pennines. Walks and cycle routes catering for all tastes from gentle country strolls to challenging mountain bike trails are all around here, or you could tackle lush River Eden trout fishing, horse riding or paragliding close by, or mooch around the mighty natural attractions in the area like High Force Waterfall, or pick up local produce in Cumbrian market towns, or potter around the region's many old houses and castles… Family-run Pennine View is well placed for the lot from its Cumbrian setting, in countryside a mile from the market town of Kirkby Stephen. It's across the road from the volunteer-run heritage Stainmore Railway Company, where there are several locomotives and rolling stock to see. The caravan park itself is in fact part of a historic railway goods yard – something you'll no doubt note when you stop by at its Engine Shed bar for drinks and takeaway food (on selected nights) in a characterful and welcoming spot. Facilities on site include a playground, free wifi, a covered washing-up area, a launderette with washing machine and tumble dryer, and amenity blocks with baby bath, disabled facilities and free hot showers – just the ticket after a satisfactory day striding o'er the local moors…

Site type

Tent pitches 30
Touring caravan pitches 36
Motorhome pitches 15
Rent a tent 4
Open now
Opens 6 March

Tourist board rating

Please note
  • The bar is open between 07/03 and 09/11.
  • No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Fri 6 Mar to

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Pitch types & availability

Accommodation

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2 adults
0 children
0 dogs

Reviews

9.6

Overall rating from 269 Pitchup.com customers

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Peaceful

99% would recommend this site to a friend

98% would stay here again

What customers say

This is a highly recommended, impeccably clean, and well-maintained campsite with excellent facilities, particularly the modern shower blocks. Guests praise the friendly and helpful staff, the spacious pitches, and the convenient on-site Engine Shed pub serving delicious food. Its prime location offers easy access to Kirkby Stephen, lovely countryside walks, and riverside access. The site is dog-friendly and considered great value by many visitors who plan to return.

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Arrival date (latest first)

brilliant site, cant fault in any way, will recommend to all

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Anonymous

Electric gravel touring pitch

Liked Great pitch, great staff, great bar.

Disliked nothing to dislike.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Will be back soonest

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 David H. 1 review

Electric grass and gravel touring pitch

Liked Great site very clean etc staff very helpful not a problem

Disliked None

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Lovely clean…

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sue P. 1 review

Electric gravel touring pitch

Liked Lovely clean

Recommend to friends Visit again

Excellent friendly place , accessible and clean.

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 Jo S. 1 review

Electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch (six person)

Liked Great site, very friendly staff. All facilities available and clean. My kids loved their first visit and were able to be fully independent using the kitchen, washing , showered etc. park to keep occupied.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Will be back im certain

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David S. 5 reviews

Electric grass and gravel touring pitch

Liked very smart site, sparkling loo block no kids on site pub always a bonus. Aircraft fan so i loved the jet noise

Disliked No issues..

Recommend to friends Visit again

The park was excellent very clean…

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 Brendan w. 1 review

Electric grass and gravel touring pitch

Liked The park was excellent very clean the shower and toilet block , also the Tram shed was good value , the staff all were very helpful & with a smile on their faces. I would definitely recommend anybody stopping there and I will be back so well done.

Disliked No , could not think of anything , All was good .

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Excellent size and well maintained. Fantastic…

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 Claire M. 1 review

Electric grass touring pitch

Liked Excellent size and well maintained. Fantastic facilities

Disliked Nothing

Recommend to friends Visit again

Brilliant site!

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Anonymous

Electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch (six person)

Liked Lovely clean site and nice big camping pitches, we felt like we had privacy even though it got busy. The facilities were well maintained and clean. Liked the fact that there was a family room. Site just felt friendly and inviting, we had a toddler with us and felt very safe. We will book this site again in the future!

Disliked Nothing

Recommend to friends Visit again

I loved the site. Everyone was…

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Julie G. 1 review

Electric grass and gravel touring pitch

Liked I loved the site. Everyone was very friendly. Very clean facilities and lovely hot water. I will definitely come back again.

Disliked I can honestly there was nothingni didn't like.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Spacious site, peace and quiet with…

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Anonymous

Electric gravel touring pitch

Liked Spacious site, peace and quiet with great amenities. Facilities were clean and spacious . Stayed one night and would quite happily recommend it.

Disliked Nothing!

Recommend to friends Visit again

Features

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 Picnic table 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

Utilities

Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Shop nearby

Type

Medium (26-50 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Cycle hire nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Restaurant nearby

Touring and motorhomes

Motorhome service point

Location

Pennine View Caravan Park

Station Road

Kirkby Stephen

Cumbria

England

CA17 4SZ

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)

GPS

54.4624°N
2.3548°W

Nearest transport

Coach
18.2 mi Bus Station
18.2 mi Bus Station
18.2 mi Bus Station
Rail
0.8 mi Kirkby Stephen Rail Station
9.7 mi Appleby Rail Station
9.8 mi Garsdale Rail Station
Ferry
21.6 mi Pooley Bridge Ullswater Ferry Landing
21.8 mi Howtown Ullswater Ferry Landing
24 mi Bowness on Windermere Ferry Terminal

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

Walking routes start from the site and crisscross all over the nearby Yorkshire Dales National Park, around local town Kirkby Stephen, up the Howgill Fells and through the countryside of the Eden Valley. To see it all from way up high, paragliding is available within half a mile of Pennine View. The nearby River Eden has some spectacular fishing, all accessible a mile from the site. Wild brown trout are the main haul on the stretch of river managed by the Kirkby Stephen & District Angling Association, whose members are happy to take visitors out along the water (remember you'll need a fishing permit). Day tickets are available, with free fishing for under-18s. Horse riding can be had four miles away, and the mountain bike trails in the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Beauty within five. The waters, boating and miles more walks of the Lake District National Park are 10 miles away. If you want to see how folk have lived in the area throughout the centuries, the Dales Countryside Museum in Hawes is a good place to start; happily, the town is home to the Wensleydale Creamery too.

Must see

High Force Waterfall 14.7 mi

The Bowes Museum 18.5 mi

Barnard Castle 18.6 mi

Sizergh Castle and Garden 20.9 mi

The Rheged Centre 21.4 mi

National Trust

Acorn Bank Garden and Watermill 16.2 mi

Sizergh Castle and Garden 20.9 mi

Townend 22.8 mi

Windermere and Troutbeck 23.1 mi

Braithwaite Hall 25.7 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

Kirkby Stephen - Nateby - Wharton Hall - Lammerside Castle 0.5 mi

Kirkby Stephen - Nine Standards Rigg 0.8 mi

The Eden Viaducts 0.8 mi

Kirkby Stephen Circular 0.8 mi

Smardale Wildlife Reserve 2 mi

Local events

  • Kendal Calling (Thursday, 30 July 2026 – Thursday, 30 July 2026)

    Penrith, Cumbria 17.5 mi

  • Kettlewell Scarecrow Festival (Saturday, 8 August 2026 – Saturday, 8 August 2026)

    Skipton, North Yorkshire 25.1 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.

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Pennine View Caravan Park have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Pennine View Caravan Park dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Pennine View Caravan Park? Walking routes start from the site and crisscross all over the nearby Yorkshire Dales National Park, around local town Kirkby Stephen, up the Howgill Fells and through the countryside of the Eden … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Pennine View Caravan Park?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  2 p.m. –  7 p.m.
    Depart by:  12 p.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Pennine View Caravan Park? From £28 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.