Pennine View Caravan Park

View prices & book 9.7 311 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
The engine shed
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

9.7

Overall rating from 311 Pitchup.com customers

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Child friendliness
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Cleanliness
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Peaceful

99% would recommend this site to a friend

98% would stay here again

What customers say

This is an exceptionally clean and well-maintained campsite with friendly, helpful staff. Visitors consistently praise the immaculate facilities, particularly the showers and toilets, and enjoy the on-site bar, The Engine Shed, which offers varied food options. The location is ideal for exploring local walks and the nearby town. The site is highly recommended for its excellent amenities, peaceful atmosphere, and family-friendly environment. Many guests express a strong desire to return.

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Arrival date (latest first)

Great location for a stopover

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8 out of 10
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 Ian F. 15 reviews

Electric grass touring pitch

Liked Facilities are top notch and are clean and tidy. Nice food and bar at the engine shed.

Disliked Bar prices are slightly high.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great place to stop, pub on site.

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 Alan S. 1 review

Electric grass and gravel touring pitch

Liked Excellent camp site, great staff, immaculate facilities. Great place for the grandchildren (4 & 6 )to play by the river, building dams.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great weekend had at this lovely campsite

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Anonymous

Electric grass and gravel touring pitch

Liked Arrived with such a friendly welcome from reception , we got set up , the campsite was very full but nice and calm , The facilities were immaculate and never busy to say how full the site was and always clean , nice little washing up area , plenty of hot water , even a spray for muddy boots and paws ! The Engine Shed is brilliant bar , you can also get food too !
Plenty of outside seating and with the great weather we have had this weekend it was really nice … it’s a great campsite definitely be back !

Recommend to friends Visit again

Give it a visit

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Anonymous

Electric grass and gravel touring pitch

Liked Lovely staff, quiet site, clean and tidy. Well priced.
Showers and loos clean and in top condition.
Engine Shed was great. Firebox food variety on different days is a great touch.
We thoroughly recommend this site.

Disliked Coming home.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Very clean and well run staff…

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Anonymous

Electric grass touring pitch

Liked Very clean and well run staff very welcoming.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great friendly well kept camping site.

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 Christina w. 2 reviews

Electric grass tent pitch (two person)

Liked Great campsite, spacious, clean, plenty toilets/ cleaning kitchen area, showers.
Beautiful location, with lovely pub on site , food available, which is absolutely tasty, close to walk into near by town.

Disliked Nothing to dislike.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great facilities very clean…

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 Mark H. 2 reviews

Electric grass tent pitch (two person)

Liked Great facilities very clean

Disliked Small camping pitch

Recommend to friends Visit again

Showers and facilities so clean. So…

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 HELEN S. 1 review

Electric gravel touring pitch

Liked Showers and facilities so clean. So many walks for dogs on the doorstep. Eden trails great. Engine shed next door - are both nights there. Great atmosphere and food

Recommend to friends Visit again

We have stayed here a few…

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 Carole H. 1 review

Electric grass and gravel touring pitch

Liked We have stayed here a few times and never been disappointed, facilities always clean.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Super clean and friendly. Great access to walks runs and wild swims.

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10 out of 10
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 Trev B. 4 reviews

Electric grass and gravel touring pitch

Liked Fantastic shower and toilets
Well kept pitches with mature trees for shade (it was 29°C).
Friendly staff.
Good bar with comfy seats.
Great access to walks runs and wild swims.

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.