Paradise Leisure

The morning sun filters through pine branches onto timber chalets tucked into the edge of Yorkshire's quiet countryside, and somewhere beyond the trees you can hear the distant hum of the A64 reminding you civilisation's still close.

This is one for couples after a midweek escape or small families who want a proper roof and four walls within striking distance of York's medieval streets and the North York Moors. The chalets and pods mean you're sheltered whatever the weather throws at you, and while it's called Paradise Leisure, don't expect a resort—this is straightforward glamping accommodation in a region that gives you easy access to market towns, moorland walks, and the Minster without pitching a tent in the rain. Dogs might be welcome but you'll need to ask first.

Facilities aren't listed in detail, so check what's included when you book—some glamping sites are fully kitted, others more basic. Campfires depend on conditions, so ask on arrival. It's a practical base rather than a destination in itself, but sometimes that's exactly what you need.