The Oaks Lakes Caravan Park

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Oaks caravan park
Summer afternoon fishing the oaks
Oaks 2020

  • Peaceful fishing site with 10 match and pleasure lakes
  • Leading coarse fishery with over 400 pegs and national competition
  • North York Moors and Harrogate within a half-hour drive
Game, set and… match. If you're a serious angling aficionado, The Oaks Lakes Caravan Park at Sessay in North Yorkshire is just the ticket: it's adjacent to a whopping 10 match and pleasure lakes making up one of the best-known coarse fisheries in the north. Fish to cast off for at The Oaks Lake include carp, tench, bream, roach, rudd, gudgeon, perch, barbel, ide, crucian, carb, golden tench and golden orfe – and the park also has a specimen fishing lake with grass carp to 25lbs, ghost carp to 26lbs and common mirrors to 28lbs. Site guests can buy reduced fishing day tickets at the side of the lake on the day they're angling to get started. The Oaks doesn't have fishing equipment for hire, but if you want to add to your kit, a fully-stocked on site tackle shop is there to cater to your needs – next door to a café serving hot and cold food. And if you're not a serious angling aficionado (either a beginner or a non-fishing type)? There's plenty here for you too: the site is in pole position for all sorts of off-site exploring, as it has easy access to the A1 and A19 and is handily placed for the gorgeous North York Moors, lots of country estates and the north's main towns and cities including York, Leeds and Harrogate. Pitches are set in a four-acre field with easy access to the fishing lakes. A toilet block with separate ladies', gents' and disabled-friendly facilities is next to the field, along with a screened chemical disposal point; the site also has a free hot shower. Finally, as it's a peaceful park set up for fishing, The Oaks doesn't allow rowdy guests and accepts adults only.

Site type

Caravan sites 25
Motorhome sites 25
Tent sites 25
Open now
Opens 7 April
Please note
  • No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • Facilities/activities including fishing are subject to extra charges payable on arrival.
  • Guests under the age of 18 are not allowed on site.
  • Reception is unmanned after 6 p.m.. Please inform the campground while on your way there should you expect to arrive after this time so that the team can provide information about your unit/site.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Mon, 7 Apr to

Reviews

8.9

Overall rating based on 95 reviews View breakdown

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Only showing reviews for the last 30 months.

big, well-levelled pitches. well spaced out pitches too, every booking looked to…

Overall 8/10
Location 8
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 8
Child friendliness 2
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 2
Anonymous The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Powered concrete and grass site

Liked: big, well-levelled pitches.
well spaced out pitches too, every booking looked to have spaces between the next booking!
nice and quiet, facilities were all good and clean.
so much nature around, we heard all sorts of animals on a night! it was cool to listen to.

Disliked: we didn’t like that the site wasn’t dog friendly, and we wish it was because many campers bring dogs along!

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A Little Gem of a Campsite! We absolutely loved our stay here! The…

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 6
Child friendliness 2
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 10
Susan R. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Powered concrete and grass site

Liked: A Little Gem of a Campsite!

We absolutely loved our stay here! The location is just fab – peaceful, quiet, and surrounded by nature, making it the perfect place to truly unwind. The plots are clearly defined , level and nicely sheltered, which gave us a great sense of privacy and comfort.

The shower and toilet facilities were spotless – you can really tell they’re looked after with care. Everything felt calm and easygoing, and there’s no pressure to do anything unless you want to.

If you’re into fishing, there’s the option to enjoy that too (for a small extra cost), but it’s just as perfect for those who want to relax with a book, go for gentle walks, or simply enjoy the fresh air.

All in all, a peaceful little retreat we’ll definitely be returning to!

Disliked: Nothing

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excellent site with clean facilities, large level pitches

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 8
Child friendliness No rating
Cleanliness 10
Wifi No rating
Dawn w. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Powered concrete and grass site

Liked: relaxed and peaceful well kept grounds and facillities

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Site very clean & very helpful staff.

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation No rating
Facilities / Activities No rating
Customer service No rating
Child friendliness No rating
Cleanliness 10
Wifi No rating
David C. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Powered concrete and grass site

Liked: On arrival our check in was effortless, the pitch was hard standing & grass & very level.

Toilets & showers were very clean & washing up area was more than adequate.

In general the whole site was quiet, tranquil & very relaxing.

Fishing swims were very good, the bailiff & shop staff were very helpful.

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The fishing facilities were top class

Overall 8/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 8
Customer service 10
Child friendliness No rating
Cleanliness 10
Wifi No rating
Anonymous The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Powered concrete and grass site

Liked: The site was clean and organised. Good size pitches and excellent facilities. The access and ease for fishing was perfect for me.

Disliked: Lack of recycling bins.

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Well appointed clean site, great fishing and friendly staff

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 2
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 10
Amanda O. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Powered concrete and grass site

Liked: Lovely clean site with great facilities
Husband loved the fishing and had a great time

Disliked: Nothing

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Would recommend

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 8
Customer service 10
Child friendliness No rating
Cleanliness 10
Wifi No rating
Derrick S. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Powered concrete and grass site

Liked: Great place to fish and cafe do a great breakfast

Disliked: No dislike

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Peaceful simplicity.

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 8
Facilities / Activities 8
Customer service 10
Child friendliness No rating
Cleanliness 8
Wifi No rating
Anonymous The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Powered concrete and grass site

Liked: Peace and quiet, ease of access, simplicity and hot shower.
Ideal base for cycling.
Fishing looks good.

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Beautiful place to visit

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
Dawn M. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Powered concrete and grass site

Liked: The site is so peaceful, clean, well maintained and friendly, we have stayed here a few times before, added extra dates on the last 2 occasions and both time the manager has came to us, so accommodating looking forward to coming again

Disliked: Nothing

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Quiet site. Each pitch separated by hedges. Facilities clean. Friendly and helpful…

Overall 8/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 8
Customer service 10
Child friendliness No rating
Cleanliness 10
Wifi No rating
Anonymous The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Powered concrete and grass site

Liked: Quiet site. Each pitch separated by hedges. Facilities clean. Friendly and helpful staff.

Disliked: Showers just a tad small.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Features

No dogs allowed

Adults only

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 site/unit 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

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

Rules

Adults only Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed No dogs allowed

Themes

Lake and/or mountain Peaceful Remote location Walkers' paradise Wildlife haven

Utilities

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

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market

Type

Small (11-25 sites)

Accessibility

Accessible parking at site Site close to accessible bathrooms Step-free or level access Well-lit path

Nearby leisure

Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Horse riding nearby Leisure/theme park nearby

Touring and motorhomes

Caravan storage facilities

Location

The Oaks Lakes Caravan Park

Sessay

Thirsk

Thirsk

North Yorkshire

England

YO7 3BJ

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

54.17894°N
-1.30591°W

Nearest transport

Coach
6.4 km Market Place
14.9 km Bus Station Stand 1
21.7 km Bus Stn Stand A
Rail
7 km Thirsk Rail Station
19.3 km Northallerton Rail Station
20.2 km Cattal Rail Station
Ferry
45.3 km Transporter Bridge South Side
45.5 km Transporter Bridge North Side
Airport
37.9 km Durham Tees Valley Airport
41.6 km Leeds Bradford International 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

Even if you're not one of the fisherfolk, you'll find lots to do all year round from The Oaks Lakes Caravan Park, whether you want to stride off into the moors and surrounding countryside or go urban among local towns and cities. The walks, bike rides and tours of the North York Moors National Park a short distance away are rather legendary, as is nearby Brontë country around Haworth, the Vale of York and York city with minster and Jorvik Viking Centre. Spa town Harrogate is a short drive away. To the east, hit the superb Yorkshire coastline and famed seaside spots like Scarborough, Filey and Whitby for family days out, wildlife watching and getting close to the Dracula legend at Whitby's clifftop abbey. An abundance of stately homes, castles, abbeys and historic houses is also in the area, such as Castle Howard, Helmsley Castle, Beningbrough Hall, Newby Hall, Duncombe Park and the abbeys of Byland, Rievaulx and Fountains. All are within 30 minutes' drive of Sessay.

Must see

Rievaulx Abbey 15.1 km

Rievaulx Terrace & Temples (NT) 15.4 km

Duncombe Park 16.4 km

Beningbrough Hall 18.7 km

Fountains Abbey 19 km

National Trust

Rievaulx Terrace 15.4 km

Beningbrough Hall and Gardens 18.7 km

Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal Water Garden 19 km

Nunnington Hall 21.7 km

Mount Grace Priory 22.3 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

Coxwold and Byland Abbey 7.7 km

Sutton Bank - Hambleton - Cold Kirby - Helmsley 9.1 km

Battle of Myton, 1319 9.2 km

Battle of Boroughbridge, 1322 10.4 km

NEWBURGH PRIORY 10.5 km

Local events

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

    Harrogate, England 25.2 km

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

    Ripon, England 26.2 km

  • Leeds Festival (Thursday, 21 August 2025 – Thursday, 21 August 2025)

    Wetherby, England 34.7 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.

Offers

Conditions apply - see pitch type section for details

Nearest sites

Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable sites.

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does The Oaks Lakes Caravan Park have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is The Oaks Lakes Caravan Park dog friendly? No View all features
  • What attractions are near The Oaks Lakes Caravan Park? Even if you're not one of the fisherfolk, you'll find lots to do all year round from The Oaks Lakes Caravan Park, whether you want to stride off into the moors and … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of The Oaks Lakes Caravan Park?
    Camping and caravan
    Arrive:  1 p.m. –  9 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at The Oaks Lakes Caravan Park? From $54.22 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.