Pennine View Caravan Park

View prices & book 9.7 316 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 7 March

Tourist board rating

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

Languages spoken

English

Open from Fri, 07 Mar to

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Accommodation

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Reviews

9.7

Overall rating from 316 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

Great campsite, spotless loos and a vibey pub. Friendly staff and top location for hikes and town visits. Spacious, level pitches, nice and peaceful. Highly recommended, people are keen to come back.

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Absolute gem of a place 😍

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Joanne P.

Electric grass and gravel touring pitch

Liked Absolute gem of a place. Lovely clean site with shower and toilets attached. The engine shed is decorated beautifully. Pizza's are amazing . It is also dog friendly 😍 and we absolutely loved the outside seating area with a large fire pit sitting around that. All of the staff are really friendly. We came as a group of 5 middle aged couples in our motorhomes. Not too long of a walk into Kirby Stephens from the site with some great pubs & other lovely walks from the campsite. We will definitely be coming back. Thank you for a pleasant stay 😊

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Well maintained and level pitches. Excellent…

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Anonymous

Electric grass and gravel touring pitch

Liked Well maintained and level pitches. Excellent clean and modern toilet and shower facilities and the Engine Shed provides additional drink and food options.

Disliked Nothing

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Great stop over option heading along the M6. Just 15m jct 38

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Irene A.

Electric gravel touring pitch

Liked Location really easy off M6 and no issues for maneuvers. Very friendly staff. Showers and toilets modern and clean. Pitches are a good size. Onsite bar does eat in or take away food which was excellent value and tasty. Especially the pizzas. Nice riverside walk. Good size park for kids of all ages. Camping pitches are close-by for family camping. Free wifi onsite.

Disliked The back to back pitches means vans are very close to each other but not really an issue. Riverside walk was nice but need to keep little kids close as can be dangerous on the edges. Shouldn't be to pay 20p to use a hairdryer in the facilities. Who carries 20ps these days?

Recommend to friends Visit again

Brilliant place to explore Kirkby Stephen

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Andrew H.

Electric grass tent pitch (two person)

Liked Shower block spotlessly clean and lots of hot water

Location perfect for centre of the town

Staff really friendly and helpful

All in all, a really lovely site. Sitting outside for breakfast with the rabbits just a few feet away was great!

The Engine pub / cafe is also an excellent on-site place.

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Clean friendly even pitching

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Elaine B.

Electric grass and gravel touring pitch

Liked Everything

Disliked Nothing

Recommend to friends Visit again

Staff were lovely, the Engine Shed…

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Anonymous

Electric grass and gravel touring pitch

Liked Staff were lovely, the Engine Shed was was warm and welcoming especially as there was torrential rain outside. The pitches are well maintained and the showers are lovely and so clean. Everywhere was dog friendly and we felt very comfortable taking him with us for a drink or to eat. Thank you

Disliked Have none

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Personal greeting on arrival Clear details of…

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Bryan S.

Electric gravel touring pitch

Liked Personal greeting on arrival
Clear details of pitch and location of services
Pitches clearly marked
Pitches are big and grounds are very well kept, pitches very flat too
Super service block with lashings of hot water and great showers
Wash up area good with very hot water
Visit to the Engine Shed for evening drinks is a great plus as well as the offer of various freshly cooked foods on different nights
My wife found the sites WiFi very good with no time usage limit
Great walks along the river from the site

Disliked Nothing

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Beautiful Park

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Derek B.

Electric gravel touring pitch

Liked Shower block spotless staff very nice and welcoming nice food in the engine shed

Disliked Nothing

Recommend to friends Visit again

Brilliant site very clean staff outstanding and on site bar amazing

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ARTHUR C.

Electric grass and gravel touring pitch

Liked Everything

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easy to find our pitch. Nice…

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Anonymous

Electric grass tent pitch (two person)

Liked easy to find our pitch. Nice little kitchen for campers and good facilities.

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 pitch/unit 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 +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

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:  noon
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Pennine View Caravan Park? From R649,42 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.