By the River Wenning, and 15 minutes to the Yorkshire Dales National Park, Riverside Caravan Park offers a peaceful base to unwind. Tourers can choose from grass, hardstanding and fully serviced pitches, and with onsite fishing, a play park, games room, and a dog exercise area, you will never be short of things to do! Guests also receive discounted access to Bentham Golf Club, and the market town of Bentham is a 15 minute walk away for meals.
Why choose Riverside Caravan Park
Featured in our 2025 Outstanding Sites list of reliably excellent camping, glamping, and touring sites
Within 45 minutes of the Forest of Bowland, The Lake District and The Yorkshire Dales
A family owned and run site with well maintained facilities and onsite fishing
Within a 15 minute walk of the village of High Bentham with pubs and boutique shops
About the site
Situated on the banks of the River Wenning, this family friendly touring site is ideal for those looking for a peaceful stay in the Yorkshire countryside. Within a 15 minute walk of the town of Bentham, you will be in easy reach of pubs and shops so you won't even need to use the car during your stay! Caravans, motorhomes and folding campers are welcome on all of the site's pitches. Pick between one of the 34 grass pitches and 15 hardstanding pitches, each with an electric hook up and TV point. There are also 12 fully serviced hardstanding pitches available, each with an electric, grey waste and water hook up. You will also have an adjacent gravel space, perfect for pitching up your awning or setting up your table and chairs for al fresco dining. The site is also great for keen fishermen, with a fully stocked fishing lake, and permits available for you to fish on the river, there is no better way to spend an easy-going afternoon. Fires are not allowed. Dogs are welcome, there is also a small exercise field available.
Grass pitches are open from 27th March to 31st October. Hardstanding pitches are open from 14th February until the end of the year. The site is closed over Christmas. Pitches from £28/night for 2 people.
"The toilet and shower block were immaculate, and the dog wash facility was brilliant"
Phil S
"The facilities are the best we have ever seen. Very clean. Everything was perfect"
Steve H
"Fantastic little gem in the Dales"
Darrell C

Great for everyone
Enjoy fishing along the river and stroll to the nearby pub after. Take pups to the exercise field or children to the play area, and visit nearby national parks.
There are 61 accommodation options on-site
Bookable pitches and accommodation options


34 x Electric Grass Pitches
Max 6 people
Level grass pitches with 16 amp electric and a TV point, suitable for roof tents, caravans, motorhomes and campervans.



15 x Electric Hardstanding Pitches
Max 6 people
Hardstanding pitches with 16 amp electric and a TV point, suitable for roof tents, caravans, motorhomes and campervans.



12 x Fully Serviced Hardstanding Pitches
Max 6 people
Hardstanding pitches with an adjacent gravel space and 16 amp electric, grey waste and water hook up. Pitches suitable for roof tents, caravans, motorhomes and campervans.
Need to know
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Site rules
What time is check-in and check out at Riverside Caravan Park?
Guests are welcome to check-in at Riverside Caravan Park from 1pm until 6pm. Check out is due by 11am on your final day.
dog
Yes, Riverside Caravan Park is dog friendly, with up to six dogs permitted per pitch. Dogs should be kept on leads at all times except for the exercise field situated along the river walk. Please note, breeds and crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act are not permitted.
Does Riverside Caravan Park allow BBQs and campfires?
Riverside Caravan Park allows BBQs, just please ensure these are raised from the ground. Please note, open fires and fire pits are not permitted.
Does Riverside Caravan Park have a quiet time or noise policy?
Yes, Riverside Caravan Park does operate a quiet policy between 10 pm and 9am.
Pitches
Does Riverside Caravan Park allow awnings, gazebos or pup tents?
Yes, Riverside Caravan Park allows awnings and gazebos free of charge on all of the pitches. Pup tents are not permitted.
What amp is the electric hook up at Riverside Caravan Park?
The electric hook ups at Riverside Caravan Park are 16 amp.
Is electric included in the price of my booking at Riverside Caravan Park? Or is it an additional cost?
All of the electric pitches at Riverside Caravan Park have your usage included in the price of your booking.
Where can I find Riverside Caravan Park's map?
You can find a copy of Riverside Caravan Park's map here.
Facilities
Can I fish in the lake or river at Riverside Caravan Park?
Yes, you can fish in the river and lake at Riverside Caravan Park. You can purchase permits to fish in the river (if you have an EA rod license) or the lake from the reception. There are 12 individual pegs dotted around the lake for guests. The lake is well stocked with a variety of carp, rudd, roach and perch.
Is there WiFi at Riverside Caravan Park?
Yes, site-wide WiFi is available at Riverside Caravan Park.
Does Riverside Caravan Park have a shop onsite?
No, there is not a shop at Riverside Caravan Park. For picking up essentials, there is a Spar and Co-Op Food, a 15 minute walk away.
Is there a restaurant or cafe at Riverside Caravan Park?
No, there is not a restaurant or cafe at Riverside Caravan Park. For dining out, Bentham is a 15 minute walk away with a few eateries, including Hoggs N Heifers, G and Mo's, and The Black Pig.
Does Riverside Caravan Park have a communal fridge and freezer?
No, Riverside Caravan Park does not offer a communal fridge or freezer.
What is phone signal like at Riverside Caravan Park?
Most phone service providers should be able to access a phone and 4G signal at Riverside Caravan Park.
Does Riverside Caravan Park have electric vehicle charging?
Yes, EV charging is available at Riverside Caravan Park.
Getting there
What are the nearest public transport links to Riverside Caravan Park?
The nearest train station to Riverside Caravan Park is Bentham, a 15 minute walk or five minute drive away. The closest bus stop is Duke Street, a 15 minute walk away and offers occasional services to
Kirkby Lonsdale and Kendal Bus Station.
What is the nearest bus stop to Riverside Caravan Park?
The nearest bus stop to Riverside Caravan Park is Duke Street, a 15 minute walk away and offers occasional services to Kirkby Lonsdale and Kendal Bus Station.
What is access like for touring at Riverside Caravan Park?
Tourers should have no issue with access at Riverside Caravan Park.
Are there any local taxi service companies to Riverside Caravan Park?
Local taxi companies to Riverside Caravan Park include Austwick Taxis (07515 874658) and Lawrence Taxi and Private Hire (07720 205099).
What's nearby
What are the nearest pubs to Riverside Caravan Park?
The nearest pubs to Riverside Caravan Park are Hoggs N Heifers and Coach House, a 15 minute stroll from the site.
Does Riverside Caravan Park have direct access to the nearby river?
Yes, Riverside Caravan Park has direct access to the River Wenning, with fishing rights for approximately one mile on both sides. River fishing is available from 17th March - 30th September.
What is within walking distance of Riverside Caravan Park?
Within a 15 minute walk of Riverside Caravan Park, there is the small market town of Bentham, located at the edge of the Yorkshire Dales. Here, you will find a local Co-op and a Spar, along with independent shops, including gift shops, a bakery, a butcher, and a few pubs.
What walking routes are close to Riverside Caravan Park?
Local walking routes to Riverside Caravan Park include scenic walks along the River Wenning, which runs through the site and into the local market town of Bentham. There are footpaths from the site that pass through meadows and up to High and Low Bentham, plus a 30 minute stroll will take you to the Big Stone, where you can get panoramic views of the moors and mountains from the Forest of Bowland. The Yorkshire Dales National Park is within a 15 minute drive, where you can access several other routes, including the Ingleton Waterfalls Trail and many more!
Other
Does Riverside Caravan Park have any entertainment onsite?
Yes! At Riverside Caravan Park, there is a play area, a games room, a library, and an information area.
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