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Helmsley Meadows

York, North Yorkshire

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York, North Yorkshire

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Unwind at Helmsley Meadows, a luxury adult only glamping site on the edge of the North York Moors, a 30 minute walk to Helmsley. Each of the hotel-style glamping pods comes fully furnished with a king size bedroom, equipped kitchen, smart TV, modern ensuite, plus an outdoor fire pit/BBQ and wood-fired hot tub. Some are also dog friendly with enclosed decking areas, or upgrade to the Meadow Spa with a bath and sauna. York is also 35 minutes away!

Why choose Helmsley Meadows


Adult only glamping pods with luxury interiors, king-sized beds, kitchens, fire pits and hot tubs!

Dog friendly options with enclosed decking areas, or upgrade to the Meadow Spa with a bath and sauna

On the edge of the North York Moors, a 30 minute walk to Helmsley, a 35 minute drive to York

About the site


Set on the edge of the North York Moors, the site offers a peaceful, adult only glamping escape surrounded by open countryside. The luxury site sits beside six acres of meadowland with amazing views, while the market town of Helmsley is around a 30 minute walk away. All of the glamping pods feature a comfortable king-size bedroom with bedding provided, along with a sofa and dining area for relaxing. They also have a fully equipped kitchen with a hob, oven or grill, microwave, L'Or coffee machine and fridge, as well as a smart TV, WiFi, Bluetooth speakers and a private ensuite bathroom. Fluffy towels, eco-friendly toiletries, tea, coffee, milk and treats are also provided. Outside, each pod has its own decking area with outdoor seating, a Kadai BBQ fire pit and a wood-fired hot tub. Coppice and Campion are dog friendly and feature enclosed decking, giving four-legged guests a little extra freedom to enjoy the outdoors safely. For an extra special stay, guests can upgrade to the Meadow Spa pod. Alongside the same luxury facilities as the other pods, it has a roll-top bath beneath a star-gazing roof and a private sauna for two. With the North York Moors on the doorstep, there are plenty of walking routes and scenic places to explore nearby. Helmsley is home to independent shops, restaurants and historic attractions, while York is around a 35 minute drive away for a day of sightseeing. Please note that the pods are all adult only but there is also a cottage onsite that allows children aged over 12 to stay.

Helmsley Meadows is open from 09/09 to 31/12 in 2026 and from 01/01 to 10/09 in 2027. Stay from £146/night for 2 people (2-night minimum).


What facilities are at Helmsley Meadows?

Accessible facilities

Allow commercial vans

Allow pets on site

Café / restaurant / takeaway

Drinking water

Family friendly

Shop

Showers

Toilets

W.C. disposal

WiFi

(Included)

Adult only

Fires allowed

Glamping

Hot tubs

Near pub

Open year round

Peaceful

Each glamping pod has its own ensuite bathroom, kitchen and access to satellite WiFi. Complimentary eco toiletries, tea, coffee, milk and treats are provided. Optional extras include a cheese board and BBQ packs. Parking is a short walk from the pods in a main car park.

Beadlam Grange Farmshop and Bistro is a 15 minute walk away for local produce and dining out. Multiple other eateries are within a 35 minute walk or five minute drive, including La Trattoria and The Rose and Crown, Nawton.



There are 4 accommodation options on-site

Bookable pitches and accommodation options

Coppice glamping pod with a wood-fired hot tub, fire pit and seating
Coppice dog friendly pod with an enclosed decking area
Coppice pod living, dining and kitchen area with a smart TV
Coppice pod living, dining and kitchen area with a smart TV
Kitchen with hob, oven/grill, microwave, coffee machine and fridge
Kitchen with hob, oven/grill, microwave, coffee machine and fridge
Coppice king sized bedroom with bedding
Coppice king size bedroom with a glass door to the patio
Campion, Coppice and Waters Edge ensuite bathrooms
Coppice outdoor lounge chairs, fire pit and hot tub

Coppice Ensuite Glamping Pod with Hot Tub (Dog Friendly)

Max 2 people

Pod with a king size bedroom and bedding. Kitchen with hob, oven/grill, microwave, coffee machine and fridge. Includes a sofa, smart TV, WiFi, speakers, ensuite, towels and toiletries. Outdoor enclosed decking, fire pit/BBQ and hot tub. Dog friendly.

Campion pod living, dining and kitchen area with a smart TV
Campion dog friendly glamping pod with an enclosed decking area
Campion pod wood-fired hot, loungers and patio area
Campion pod with a wood-fired hot tub, fire pit and seating
Campion kitchen with a hob, oven/grill, microwave, coffee machine and fridge
 Kitchen with hob, oven/grill, microwave, coffee machine and fridge
 Kitchen with hob, oven/grill, microwave, coffee machine and fridge
Campion king size bedroom with bedding and an ensuite bathroom
Campion king size bedroom with glass doors to outside
Campion, Coppice and Waters Edge ensuite bathrooms

Campion Ensuite Glamping Pod with Hot Tub (Dog Friendly)

Max 2 people

Pod with a king size bedroom and bedding. Kitchen with hob, oven/grill, microwave, coffee machine and fridge. Includes a sofa, smart TV, WiFi, speakers, ensuite, towels and toiletries. Outdoor enclosed decking, fire pit/BBQ and hot tub. Dog friendly.

Waters Edge with a wood-fired hot tub, fire pit and seating
Waters Edge glamping pod with views over the pond
Waters Edge with a roped off decking area
Waters Edge with a wood-fired hot tub, fire pit and seating
Waters Edge pod living, dining and kitchen area with a smart TV
Waters Edge pod living, dining and kitchen area with a smart TV
Kitchen with hob, oven/grill, microwave, coffee machine and fridge
Waters Edge kitchen with a coffee machine
Waters Edge king size bedroom
Waters Edge king size bedroom with bedding and an ensuite bathroom
Campion, Coppice and Waters Edge ensuite bathrooms

Waters Edge Ensuite Glamping Pod with Hot Tub

Max 2 people

Pod with pond views, a king size bedroom and bedding. Kitchen with hob, oven/grill, microwave, coffee machine and fridge. Includes a sofa, smart TV, WiFi, speakers, ensuite, towels and toiletries. Outdoor decking, fire pit/BBQ and hot tub. Pet free.

Meadow Spa with a free-standing bath and king-sized bedroom
Meadow Spa pod with a roped off decking area and outdoor seating
Meadow Spa pod with a wood-fired hot tub and wood supply
Meadow Spa with a wood-fired hot tub, fire pit and seating
Meadow Spa pod living, dining and kitchen area with a smart TV
Meadow Spa pod living, dining and kitchen area with a smart TV
Meadow Spa king size bedroom with a free-standing bath tub
Meadow Spa sauna
Meadow Spa king size bedroom with a free-standing bath tub
Smart TV and L'Or coffee machine
Meadow Spa ensuite bathroom with towels
Meadow Spa ensuite bathroom with a sauna
Free-standing bath

Meadow Spa Ensuite Glamping Pod with Hot Tub, Bath and Sauna

Max 2 people

Pod with a king size bedroom and bedding. Kitchen with hob, oven/grill, microwave, coffee machine and fridge. Includes sofa, smart TV, WiFi, speakers, ensuite, sauna, robes, bath, towels and toiletries. Outdoor decking, fire pit/BBQ and hot tub. Pet free.

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Need to know

Frequently asked questions about Helmsley Meadows

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Site rules

Check-in at Helmsley Meadows is available from 3pm until 11pm. Please advise the site if you are delayed. Check out is due before 10am on your last day.

At Helmsley Meadows, only the Coppice and Campion pods are dog friendly (extra charge), each with enclosed decking so four-legged guests can enjoy a little extra freedom off-lead outside. Please keep them off the furniture and clean muddy paws using the outside tap and dog towels provided. Please keep them on a lead around the site and supervised at all times.

Helmsley Meadows allows BBQs as long as they are raised off the ground and open fires in raised fire pits. Each pod has a Kadai BBQ fire pit. Only fire pits and BBQ's provided by the site are permitted. Portable BBQs are not allowed. Beadlam Grange Farmshop and Bistro is a 15 minute walk away for picking up some tasty local produce!

Yes, Helmsley Meadows does operate a quiet policy between 11pm and 7am.

Pitches

Please park your cars in the designated parking spaces at Helmsley Meadows to ensure vehicles do not block access to the path. Parking is limited to two vehicles. If you require additional spaces, please contact the site.

Yes, bedding, towels and toiletries are included with your stay at Helmsley Meadows.

Yes, outside the pods at Helmsley Meadows, there is a decking with a wood-fired hot tub, outdoor seating and a Kadai BBQ fire pit.

Facilities

Yes, each pod at Helmsley Meadows has access to satellite WiFi.

No, Helmsley Meadows does not have a shop. Beadlam Grange Farmshop and Bistro is a 15 minute walk away for local produce, including meat, cheese and fresh veg. For a larger supermarket, Helmsley is a five minute drive away, with Morrisons and Co-op Food.

No, Helmsley Meadows does not have a restaurant or cafe. Beadlam Grange Farmshop and Bistro is a 15 minute walk away, serving breakfasts, lunches and light bites such as cream teas and cakes. On Sundays, they serve roast lunches. Helmsley is a five minute drive away for other options, including The Feather Trail Cafe, La Trattoria and more.

No, Helmsley Meadows does not offer EV charging. The closest electric vehicle charging point is the Zest Charging Station in Helmsley, a five minute drive away.

Most phone service providers should be able to access a phone and 4G signal at Helmsley Meadows. Satellite WiFi is also available.

Getting there

The nearest train station to Helmsley Meadows is Thirsk, a 30 minute drive away. The closest bus stops are The Croft and Highthorn, both a 30 minute walk away, with services to Scarborough and Helmsley on the number 28 every couple of hours. Please check bus timetables to plan your route accordingly.

Local taxi companies to Helmsley Meadows include Nigel's Private Hire (07540 703763).

The closest bus stops to Helmsley Meadows are The Croft and Highthorn, both a 30 minute walk away, with services to Scarborough and Helmsley on the number 28 every couple of hours. Please check bus timetables to plan your route accordingly.

What's nearby

The nearest pubs to Helmsley Meadows are The Rose and Crown and The Star Inn, both a 30-35 minute walk away. Helmsley is a five minute drive away, with more options, including The Royal Oak Hotel.

The nearest beaches to Helmsley Meadows are an hour away, including Scarborough Beach, Cayton Bay Beach and Filey Beach.

Within a 15 minute walk from Helmsley Meadows is the Beadlam Grange Farmshop and Bistro with a butcher, farmshop and deli. The Bistro also serves breakfasts, lunches and sweet treats, including cream teas and cakes. The Rose and Crown and The Star Inn are both a 30-35 minute walk away, and a bus stop is within a 30 minute walk, with services to Helmsley and Scarborough.

Helmsley Meadows sits on the edge of the North York Moors, so grab your hiking boots and explore the many trails through countryside, woodland and stations. Castle Howard is a 20 minute drive away, surrounded by gardens, lakes and parkland to wander through.

Other

No, Helmsley Meadows is adults only, so guests must be over 18. However, the cottage onsite allows children aged 12 and over.


A note from the site themselves...

We're Karen and Darren, your hosts, and we're delighted to welcome you to Helmsley Meadows. Our dream has always been to create a peaceful place where people can slow down, reconnect with nature, and enjoy a relaxing escape on the edge of the North York Moors.

After a two-year search, we found this special spot in 2023. Helmsley Meadows has a fascinating history, with the former railway line between Pickering and Helmsley running through the site from 1871 to 1964. The original Crossing Keeper's Cottage still stands here today and has been carefully transformed into a two-bedroom holiday cottage.

Over the past year, we've continued developing the site, designing and building four bespoke adult-only cabins. Each has its own character, but all have been created with the same focus on comfort, thoughtful design, and the beautiful natural surroundings.

We live on site and are nearby if you need anything, but we've designed each stay to give you plenty of privacy and independence. With your own outdoor space and views across the meadows, you can truly switch off and enjoy the surroundings at your own pace.

Helmsley Meadows is ideal for...

Couples
Peace and quiet

Things to do on site and in the York area

Just five minutes away, Helmsley Castle offers a glimpse into more than 900 years of history. The ruins stand above the town and reward visitors with wonderful views across the countryside.

Also only five minutes from the park is the National Centre for Birds of Prey (NCBP). Home to one of the largest collections of birds of prey in northern England, the centre offers visitors the chance to see eagles, hawks, falcons, owls and vultures up close.

For a classic Yorkshire experience, the North Yorkshire Moors Railway is around 20 minutes away. This heritage steam railway journeys through the scenery of the North York Moors National Park, passing charming stations, rolling countryside and woodland.

Another highlight is Castle Howard (20 minutes). One of Britain's finest stately homes, it is surrounded by gardens, lakes and sweeping parkland. Visitors can admire the grand interiors, stroll through landscaped grounds and enjoy seasonal displays throughout the year.

Other nearby attractions include:

  • Ryedale Folk Museum (15 minutes)
  • Mount Grace Priory, House and Gardens (35 minutes)
  • Yorkshire Air Museum and Allied Air Forces Memorial (45 minutes)
  • National Railway Museum York (55 minutes)
  • The York Dungeon (55 minutes)

The listing for Helmsley Meadows was last updated on September 11th, 2026 at 4:36 AM

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