Catgill Campsite

The morning mist lifts off the valley to reveal Bolton Abbey's ruins and the Wharfe threading silver through the meadows below.

Catgill sits in the Yorkshire Dales, a straightforward spot for campers and campervans who want fells within walking distance and proper Dales countryside on the doorstep. Tent pitchers and van dwellers both find space here, and it's worth asking about dogs if you're travelling with one — policies can flex depending on the season. The Strid Woods and Bolton Abbey estate are close enough to make this a sensible base for walkers, and anglers know the Bolton Abbey Trout Hatchery stretch of the Wharfe for its brown trout and classic Yorkshire fishing.

Facilities aren't extensively listed, so it's wise to arrive prepared for a simpler setup — check what's available when you book and confirm the campfire policy on arrival if you're hoping for an evening fire. The feel here is quiet and rural, the kind of campsite where you're coming for the landscape rather than the amenities, and where the sound of the river replaces most other entertainment.