Oakwood Lodges

The first light over the flatlands filters through the trees around your chalet, and you wake to birdsong rather than an alarm — that particular Yorkshire Ouse valley quiet that feels a world away from anywhere.

This is proper off-grid glamping territory between Selby and the Dales, suited to couples after a long weekend away or families wanting a base that's more than a tent but still feels tucked into the countryside. The pods and chalets give you walls and a roof without losing that camping-trip simplicity, and South Duffield's gentle farmland setting means dog walkers have fields and towpaths within reach — though you'll need to ask ahead about bringing your four-legged friend along.

Facilities aren't listed in detail, so check what's provided when you book, and the same goes for campfires — have a word on arrival to see what's allowed. It's a low-key, no-frills kind of stay: you get privacy, space to breathe, and the sort of peace that makes you remember why you left the city in the first place.