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Penhill Park
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North Yorkshire, North East

Penhill Park

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54.310°N, 1.830°W
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The crunch of gravel beneath your feet and the distant bleating of sheep across the Yorkshire Dales announce your arrival at this year-round haven in North Yorkshire. Here, where the morning mist rolls across ancient stone walls and the vast Pennine sky seems to stretch forever, you'll find a straightforward camping experience that lets the dramatic landscape do the talking.

This is a site for those who appreciate simplicity and the raw beauty of the North East's most celebrated countryside. Whether you're touring the Dales in a campervan, exploring the region's market towns from your caravan, or pitching a tent for a proper back-to-basics escape, Penhill Park offers a genuine Yorkshire welcome. The location puts you within striking distance of classic Dales attractions, from limestone pavements to traditional pubs serving proper Yorkshire puddings.

Facilities are kept refreshingly uncomplicated – clean showers and toilets provide the essentials without unnecessary frills. Do check about campfire policies when you arrive, as rules may vary seasonally. The overall atmosphere is peacefully rural, perfect for those seeking star-filled nights and the kind of quietude that only proper countryside can deliver.

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Herriot Way

Spans 79km across the Yorkshire Dales with moderate to challenging climbs through James Herriot country. Expect steep sections around Aysgarth Falls and Swaledale, plus exposed moorland stretches unsuitable for buggies or very young children. Dogs welcome throughout but keep on leads near livestock. Rewards include dramatic waterfalls, stone-built villages, and sweeping dale views that inspired the beloved vet's stories—best tackled over multiple days with proper hiking boots.

Hiking routeRegional network
17.23 km from campsite
Route length: 79.3 km

6 Dales Trail

Connects six Yorkshire Dales valleys across roughly 38 miles of varied terrain, ranging from gentle riverside paths to steep moorland climbs. Expect challenging ascents, particularly over Pen-y-ghent and around Buckden Pike. Not suitable for buggies or very young children due to length and elevation changes. Dogs welcome but must be kept under close control near livestock. Rewards walkers with classic Dales scenery, limestone pavements, and remote fell-top solitude.

Hiking routeRegional network
24.21 km from campsite
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Coast to Coast Walk (Shap to Richmond)

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Crosses the Pennines via moorland and valleys with sustained steep climbs, particularly over Nine Standards Rigg and Kidsty Pike – challenging terrain unsuitable for buggies or young children. Dogs welcome but must be under control around livestock on this largely upland, agricultural section. Rewards include dramatic limestone scenery around Kirkby Stephen, remote fell-top views, and the satisfaction of conquering one of Britain's toughest multi-day trail segments linking Cumbria to the Yorkshi

Hiking routeNational trail
29.03 km from campsite

Camino Ingles to Santiago

Follows a long-distance pilgrimage trail with varied terrain from coastal paths to inland tracks, featuring moderate to challenging gradients throughout. Not suitable for buggies; older children who enjoy multi-day walking will cope well. Dogs welcome on leads. The route offers historic churches, peaceful countryside, and the spiritual satisfaction of completing an ancient pilgrimage path, with waymarkers guiding you to Santiago de Compostela.

Walking routeRegional network
43.86 km from campsite

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