Pennine View Caravan Park

View prices & book 9.8 276 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 sites 30
Caravan sites 36
Motorhome sites 15
Rent a tent 4
Open now
Opens 7 March

Tourist board rating

Please note
  • No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • Bookings must not be for more than 21 consecutive nights.
  • The bar is open between 07/03 and 09/11.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Fri, 7 Mar to

Pitch types & availability

Accommodation

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2 adults
0 children

Reviews

9.8

Overall rating from 276 Pitchup.com customers

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PeacefulWalkers' paradise

99% would recommend this site to a friend

98% would stay here again

What customers say

Top campsite! Immaculately clean facilities, friendly staff & great food at "The Engine Shed." Spacious, level pitches in a beautiful, peaceful spot with excellent walks. Many want to return – one of the best they've stayed at.

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Arrival date (latest first)

Very nice, will be back

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9 out of 10
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Christian L.

Powered grass caravan site

Liked Size of the site, quiet, great bar and food

Disliked Bar opens quite late, could do with a breakfast opening

Recommend to friends Visit again

Lovely site and perfect for us newbies

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9 out of 10
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Child friendliness
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Nicola O.

Powered grass tent site (two person)

Liked The staff greeted us with a warm welcome and put us on the pitch we used before. The park is lovely and clean and got some good walks near by .

Disliked It’s not really a dislike , however, we would like the bar to open earlier than 4 especially when we had rain all day on our stay .

Recommend to friends Visit again

Excellent site, clean facilities, level pitches and friendly staff

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ron m.

Powered grass and gravel caravan site

Liked This is an excellent well run site. First visit, but will be back. Nice that their are food and drink options on site which were well patronised. Also easy access to good dog walk and facilities in kirkby stephen. Modern toiled and showeds , very clean. All in all a nice relaxing stay.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Showers, bar, food. Campsite in general.…

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8 out of 10
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Simon T.

Powered grass and gravel caravan site

Liked Showers, bar, food. Campsite in general.

Disliked People walking straight through our pitch to get to the bar.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Location, facilities.…

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Terry P.

Powered grass and gravel caravan site

Liked Location, facilities.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great facilities, always clean and tidy. The dogs loved it…

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Amy R.

Powered grass tent site (two person)

Liked Great facilities, always clean and tidy.
The dogs loved it

Disliked Being eaten alive by bugs lol. Thats thw great outdoors though haha!

Recommend to friends Visit again

Lovely hot showers and clean facilities. Friendly helpful staff. Great location for…

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Philippa W.

Powered grass and gravel caravan site

Liked Lovely hot showers and clean facilities. Friendly helpful staff. Great location for walking. Onsite bar and food. Our second trip and look forward to returning.

Disliked Nothing to dislike

Recommend to friends Visit again

Everything the area facilities bar just Everything…

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beverley w.

Powered grass and gravel caravan site

Liked Everything the area facilities bar just Everything

Recommend to friends Visit again

great small site with excellent facilities.

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10 out of 10
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ady m.

Powered grass caravan site

Liked 2nd time here, absolutely love it.

Recommend to friends Visit again

9/10

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9 out of 10
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Accommodation
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Facilities / Activities
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Child friendliness
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Cleanliness
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Wifi
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Helen T.

Powered grass caravan site

Liked Location, shower & toilet block great & extremely clean. Ladies shower block had hairdryer & GHD straighteners, only 20p to use 👍
Engine Shed pub extra 👍

Disliked Closeness of other campervans on grass EHU

Recommend to friends Visit again

Features

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

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby

Type

Medium (26-50 sites)

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 +0100 (GMT+01:00)

GPS

54.4624°N
2.3548°W

Nearest transport

Coach
29.3 km Bus Station
29.3 km Bus Station
29.3 km Bus Station
Rail
1.2 km Kirkby Stephen Rail Station
15.7 km Appleby Rail Station
15.8 km Garsdale Rail Station
Ferry
34.7 km Pooley Bridge Ullswater Ferry Landing
35.1 km Howtown Ullswater Ferry Landing
38.5 km 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 23.6 km

The Bowes Museum 29.7 km

Barnard Castle 29.9 km

Sizergh Castle and Garden 33.6 km

The Rheged Centre 34.4 km

National Trust

Acorn Bank Garden and Watermill 26 km

Sizergh Castle and Garden 33.6 km

Townend 36.7 km

Windermere and Troutbeck 37.1 km

Braithwaite Hall 41.4 km

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 0.7 km

Kirkby Stephen - Nine Standards Rigg 1.3 km

The Eden Viaducts 1.3 km

Kirkby Stephen Circular 1.3 km

Smardale Wildlife Reserve 3.3 km

Local events

  • Kendal Calling (Thursday, 31 July 2025 – Thursday, 31 July 2025)

    Penrith, England 28.1 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 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 caravan
    Arrive:  2 p.m. –  7 p.m.
    Depart by:  noon
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Pennine View Caravan Park? From $63.33 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.