Summer is here, and the campers among you are itching to embark on a trip. Ah, for the rustle of canvas, the quaver of the zip, the sound of breakfast sizzling over a campfire. We can almost taste it!
The UK is full of great places to camp – from Pembrokeshire to the Lake District, from Cornwall to the Scottish Isles. There's gorgeous countryside, there are opportunities for outdoor activities and there are many different styles of campsites.
The Yorkshire Dales is no exception. How could it be? It's a simply beautiful part of the world – all rolling hills and dales, patchwork fields and an impressive array of plant life and wildlife.
There are many, many campsites in the Yorkshire Dales, so we've aimed for variety in this guide. You'll find campsites suitable for kids, hikers, hot tub lovers, motorhome drivers, anglers and more.
So, whether you're backpacking, coming by car or looking for a tent made up and waiting for you, get ready for an adventure under canvas. Here are five of the best campsites the Yorkshire Dales has to offer. (We're just sorry we can't include them all!)
Best for families: Studfold Caravan, Camping and Glamping Park
Near the small village of Lofthouse in North Yorkshire, Studfold Caravan, Camping and Glamping Park is a treat for families.
First of all, the pitches are spacious, whether you bring a tent, caravan or motorhome or use one of the site's camping pods. This means plenty of room for the little ones to stretch their legs!
There's also the Studford Adventure Trail – a unique and interactive fairy trail loved by young and old alike. Plus, the modern amenities mean that mornings and bedtimes are less likely to be times for a tantrum.
The site looks out over the rolling hills and drystone walls of the Nidderdale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
Find out more and book on the
Studfold Caravan, Camping and Glamping Park website .
Best for glampers: Catgill Farm Glamping
Once upon a time, camping meant rain leaking through torn canvas tents draped over thin, bending poles (or was that just our childhood camping trips?) Today, glamping is on the rise, combining outdoor scenery with indoor luxury.
Catgill Farm Glamping is located near Bolton Abbey, as well as miles of hiking and cycling trails. If it's luxury you're after, you should investigate their pods, bell tents and private hot tubs. The views are something else!
But if you want to savour the views while keeping it traditional, there are also more basic – but no less spacious – camping pitches to be booked.
Learn more and book a pitch on the
Catgill Farm Glamping website .
