Vale Of Pickering Caravan Park

Pickering, North Yorkshire

4.5 stars out of 4 reviews

Open from
2nd March to 2nd January
Contact
Location
Pickering, North Yorkshire, North of England, YO18 7PQ
(Location map)
Last updated
14 Oct 2025
You enquired
No
Motorhome pitches
No
Touring pitches
120
Tent pitches
(£26.25 - £39.00)
120
Serviced pitches
(£26.25 - £39.00)
No
Seasonal pitches
Pitches
Motorhome pitches
Touring pitches
Tent pitches120£26.25-£39.00
Serviced pitches120£26.25-£39.00
Seasonal pitches

Glamping
Camping pods
Bell tents4£75.00-£95.00

Vale of Pickering Caravan Park & Hawthorn Glamping | 5-Star Camping & Touring near Pickering, Scarborough & North York Moors

Set between the North York Moors and the Yorkshire Coast, Vale of Pickering Caravan Park is a multi-award-winning, family-run holiday park offering exceptional facilities for touring, camping and glamping holidays in North Yorkshire. Perfectly positioned in the village of Allerston, near the market towns of Pickering and Malton, and the seaside resorts of Scarborough and Whitby, this 5-star park is the ideal base for exploring the region’s rolling countryside, moors, and coast.

The beautifully landscaped 15-acre park enjoys panoramic views stretching across the Vale of Pickering towards the North York Moors. Every touring pitch is hardstanding, well-drained, and equipped with 10-amp electric hook-up, a water point and TV connection. Level grass camping pitches are also available, with optional 6-amp electric hook-ups (limited). All guests benefit from immaculately maintained modern washrooms, family and accessible facilities, chemical disposal, a motorhome service area and free Wi-Fi throughout the park.

Centrally located, the Oakwood Café serves delicious cooked breakfasts, light lunches, and homemade cakes – perfect fuel before a day of exploring. Additional facilities include a well-stocked shop, laundry room, and a children’s adventure play park, while dogs are welcome (up to three per unit).

Hawthorn Glamping at Vale of Pickering

Part of the Vale of Pickering family, Hawthorn Glamping offers a luxury outdoor experience for those who love the idea of camping but crave extra comfort. Established in 2017, this exclusive glamping area features three beautifully furnished Belle tents and a luxurious Mega Eco Pod, complete with private outdoor spaces and stunning countryside views. Whether you’re toasting marshmallows under the stars or relaxing in your plush interior, Hawthorn Glamping combines rustic charm with 5-star amenities.

Family-owned and operated since 1985, Vale of Pickering and Hawthorn Glamping invite guests to relax, reconnect, and enjoy their shared “happy place” — a peaceful corner of “God’s Own County”, where nature and comfort come together in perfect harmony.

With so many walking and cycling routes nearby, plus easy access to Dalby Forest, Flamingo Land, and the North York Moors National Park, the park is a haven for outdoor adventurers and nature lovers alike.

Enquire today about camping, glamping, or touring at Vale of Pickering Caravan Park, or explore holiday breaks at Hawthorn Glamping for a truly unforgettable stay in North Yorkshire.

More about the parkHide
  • Allow rallies
  • Disabled access
  • Family park
  • Pets allowed
  • Camping pods
  • 4 Bell tents
  • Children's play area(s)
  • Chemical disposal point
  • Designated / private parking
  • 120 Electric hook-ups
  • 2 Laundry
  • LPG stockist
  • Sanitary block(s)
  • Shop
  • Take away food
  • Visitor parking
  • Washing up facilities
  • Wireless internet
  • Cafe
  • Breaks near water
  • Glamping accommodation
  • Hiking breaks
  • Walking breaks
  • Wildlife

Microwave, Heated facilities, Hairdryers, Baths, Baby Changing Area, Gas, Camping Gaz, Fully Lit Site, Pay phone, Large Games Area, Children's Play Area. Dog Walk.

Oakwood Cafe - The Cafe is open week-ends only from w/c 22nd September, Friday 4pm to 8pm (Pizza Night 5pm to 8pm), Saturday 9am to 3pm, Sunday 9am to 12 mid-day.

Location


Vale Of Pickering Caravan Park (www)

Vale of Pickering Caravan Park
North Yorkshire, North of England
YO18 7PQ

Directions

The park is one mile off the A170 Scarborough -Helmsley road at the village of Allerston OR A64 take the Snainton turn-off towards Yedingham, then turn off for Allerston.

Nearby attractions

  • Beach [<100m]
  • Cycle hire [On-site]
  • Fishing [On-site]
  • Golf [On-site]
  • Horse riding holidays [On-site]
  • Sailing [On-site]
  • Swimming (Indoor) [On-site]
  • Tennis [On-site]
  • Sports Ground [On-site]
  • Water Sports [On-site]
  • Leisure Centre [On-site]

Top 10 Things to Do Within 30 Miles of Vale of Pickering Caravan Park

1. Flamingo Land Resort (5 miles) – A fun-filled day out with rides, zoo and water attractions for all ages.

2. Dalby Forest (6 miles) – Ideal for walking, cycling, Go Ape treetop adventures and picnics in stunning woodland.

3. Pickering Castle (5 miles) – Explore this historic 13th-century fortress overlooking the market town.

4. North York Moors National Park (10 miles) – Discover heather-clad moorlands, walking trails and incredible views.

5. North Yorkshire Moors Railway (6 miles) – Step aboard a vintage steam train for a scenic ride through the Moors to Whitby.

6. Eden Camp Modern History Museum (8 miles) – An engaging museum experience housed in a former WWII prisoner-of-war camp.

7. Scarborough Beach (16 miles) – Enjoy traditional seaside fun, sandy beaches and cliff-top walks along the coast.

8. Whitby (23 miles) – Wander the cobbled streets, visit Whitby Abbey and sample famous fish and chips by the harbour.

9. Castle Howard (18 miles) – One of England’s grandest stately homes with gardens, woodland walks and events year-round.

10. Goathland & “Heartbeat Country” (12 miles) – Visit the charming village famous for its TV heritage and breathtaking views.

Local Shops, Pubs, and Takeaways - In nearby Allerston and Ebberston, you’ll find friendly village pubs such as The Cayley Arms and The Grapes Inn, both serving traditional Yorkshire fare and local ales. A short drive away in Pickering, there’s a wider choice of restaurants, cafés, takeaways, and supermarkets including Lidl, Co-op, and Thornton-le-Dale Bakery. The market town of Malton, renowned as Yorkshire’s food capital, offers artisan delis, butchers, and fine dining — perfect for stocking up on local produce during your stay.

Awards

  • 5 Stars
    5 Stars
  • 2016 Platinum (2016)
    Platinum
  • 5 Stars
    Tourist Board RatingCamping & Caravanning
    5 Stars
  • White Rose Awards 2018 - HOLIDAY PARK OF THE YEAR WINNER
    AA Campsite of the Year 2017 Overall Winner for England, Scotland and Wales
    White Rose Awards 2017- Holiday Park of the Year - Highly Commended
    Scarborough Business Awards- Tourism- Judges Distinction
    Loo of the Year 2016 Platinum Award
    David Bellamy Gold Award,
    AA North East Region Caravan Park of the Year Winner 2013

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Reviews

Overall rating

4.5 stars

Based on 3 review(s)

cumbria

5.0 stars

Site was well looked after plenty of room,play area was a huge bonus with the kids, shop on site fish and chips on Saturdays, toilets and shower block a plenty, good space to go for a walk with the pram to get kids off to sleep. will be going back but this time in a caravan as when we stayed last time it thunder and lightening all night tent got a bit wet but still fun.

BUCKINGHAMSHIRE

3.0 stars

Clean, well tended pitches, friendly staff decent enough shop.

Bit isolated, little in the immediate locality, good shop on site. Waste dumps old and need attention very dated. Dog walking limited to the site and a single field, lots of fields around but no access.

West yorks.

5.0 stars

Excellent site, both Wardens & owners friendly & helpful, great for kids, no good if you like partying..which we dont!! Ideal location if you have a dog, easy access to Whitby, Scarborough & Bridlington

Guestbook reviews

Our last trip away in caravan, vale of pickering is a very well maintained caravan park, the pitches are hard standing and reasonably level, bring rock pegs. The showers and toilets are clean, modern and very well kept. Theres also a cafe and small shop and reception. Staff are very friendly and helpful. I realy cant fault the site at all and we enjoyed our stay no end. The only pitfall was storm Amy so a few sleepless nights. Would highly recommend the caravan park and im sure we will be back. Well done to all

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Vale Of Pickering Caravan Park

Excellent caravan and camping site, I stayed in my touring caravan with my wife on the caravan side and my kids with grandchildren stayed on the camping side in there tent, beautiful location with shop and cafe, kids where entertained playing in the designated children's play area, Scarborough and Whitby where only about 35 minute drive away so plenty of days out, toilets and caravan facilities where top class, I would definitely stay here again

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Vale Of Pickering Caravan Park

We had a fabulous stay here, the place is spotlessly clean and the staff are very friendly and welcoming. It's a short drive into both Thornton Le Dale and Pickering a bit further a field over the moors we visited Goathland and Whitby. I would definitely recommend this place . Thank you for our stay.

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