Penhill Park

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Grass pitches looking towards the dales
Grass pitches looking towards the dales
Camping field overlooking wensleydale
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
A typical yorkshire dales national park dry-stone wall
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Camping field overlooking wensleydale
Walking route at middleham moor
The slightly sloping 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, this is 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 easy 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 sites 30
Motorhome sites 3
Open now
Opens 11 July
Please note
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • The campground/park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dog Act (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
  • At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.
  • Minimum spacing of 6 metres between pitches.
  • There is no reception building on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.
  • Fires, barbecues and/or firepits will not be permitted in dry, windy and/or hot weather conditions.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Fri, 11 Jul to

Pitch types & availability

Accommodation

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Reviews

9.7

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100% would recommend this site to a friend

100% would stay here again
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Arrival date (latest first)

Fantastic views, lovely clean composting toilets and hot water at handwashing sink…

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Zoe S.

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Liked Fantastic views, lovely clean composting toilets and hot water at handwashing sink - a real luxury! As was the hot shower including mirror - fabulous! Recycling was straightforward, with one bin for all recyclables and one for waste.

Really lovely shelter area set up with a basket of wooden games - large dominos, jenga and one we know as 'smite' (a skittles type game). We had great fun playing that! This was a really lovely and thoughtful fun and playful touch.

We happened to meet the owners and mentioned an issue with the shower head not being very adjustable and it was replaced later the same day with a new fixing allowing full adjustability by height and angle - brilliant fast response to issue raised.

Disliked Nothing! May help other users to know that there is a recommendation that water be boiled before drinking (we hadn't brought a stove this time!), but as it was spring water we did drink it anyway and found it fine. There also is no soap provided for handwashing (though hand sanitiser is provided).

Recommend to friends Visit again

Perfect for peace and quiet to get away from it all.

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Anonymous

Unpowered grass tent site

Liked Amazing tranquil site! Perfect for beautiful walks. Lovely clean compost toilets, and fab shower shack. If you are looking for peace and quiet with stunning views this is ideal! One night we had the field to ourselves. Lovely little touches like garden games, and very eco friendly.

Disliked Absolutely nothing! Could not fault this site and will definitely be returning.

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thank you for your lovely review. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay with us. We are so happy that we get to share such a special place. 😊

Fantastic site

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Anonymous

Unpowered grass tent site

Liked Peace and tranquility with wonderful views over the Yorkshire Dales ,great walking especially up Penhill and the most amazing sunset

Recommend to friends Visit again

Features

Pop-up campground

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 Laundry 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 Dump point 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 sites) Pop-up campground

Accessibility

Accessible parking at site

Location

Penhill Park

Penhill Farm

West Witton

Leyburn

North Yorkshire

England

DL8 4ND

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)

GPS

54.28243°N
1.90011°W

Nearest transport

Coach
20.4 km High Green
20.5 km The Angel
29.5 km Bus Station Stand 1
Rail
28.1 km Garsdale Rail Station
30.1 km Horton-in-Ribblesdale Rail Station
30.2 km Dent Rail Station
Airport
39.6 km 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 10.7 km

Richmond Castle 16.9 km

Easby Abbey (EH) 17.8 km

Fountains Abbey 27.7 km

The Bowes Museum 28.9 km

National Trust

Braithwaite Hall 6 km

Moulton Hall 22.9 km

Brimham Rocks 26.4 km

Malham Tarn Estate 26.9 km

Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal Water Garden 27.7 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

West Burton to Penhill 4.9 km

Two Short Hill Walks From West Burton Falls 4.9 km

West Burton - Templar Chapel - Aysgarth 4.9 km

West Burton to The Street Head Inn via Newbiggin 5 km

Aysgarth Falls - Aysgarth - Askrigg - Newbiggin 5.6 km

Local events

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

    Ripon, England 43.3 km

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.

Nearest sites

Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable sites.

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Penhill Park have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Penhill Park dog friendly? No 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 caravan
    Arrive:  2 p.m. –  9:30 p.m.
    Depart by:  noon
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Penhill Park? From $55.79 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.