Richmond campsites
Stroll along Richmond's cobbled market place in this picturesque town in North Yorkshire. Admire the Obelisk rising from its centre before exploring Richmond Castle to gaze at the views over the Dales from the keep. Take a look at one of our Richmond campsites and enjoy a relaxing stay surrounded by stunning countryside!
12 Richmond campsites
Dale2Swale Glamping
Richmond, North Yorkshire (1.6 miles)
Idyllic glamping in family friendly, luxury safari tents on the doorstep of the Yorkshire Dales.
4.76 /5
Wigwam Holidays Forcett Grange
Richmond, North Yorkshire (6.2 miles)
Adult only ensuite glamping pods with wood fired hot tubs nestled on the edge of Richmond. Dogs welcome!
4.78 /5
Thorpe Farm Centre
Barnard Castle, County Durham (9.1 miles)
On the 166, this convenient family friendly park offers spacious pitches. Cafe, playground and animal sanctuary!
4.32 /5
Unthank Farm Sunset Meadows Campsite
Leyburn, North Yorkshire (6.2 miles)
Small, peaceful campsite on a working farm with valley views, ten minutes from the Yorkshire Dales National Park.
Cow Close Caravan and Camping
Leyburn, North Yorkshire (6.7 miles)
Cow Close is a small, tranquil site located in Wensleydale, within one mile of the thriving market town of Leyburn.
The Dales Camping and Caravanning
Thornton Steward, North Yorkshire (8.2 miles)
Rural family-run campsite in Wensleydale, a perfect base for exploring the Yorkshire Dales.
Stonebridge Fishing Lakes
Scruton, Northallerton, North Yorkshire (8.8 miles)
A peaceful family site with coarse fishing lakes and waterside bell tents, by the Yorkshire Dales National Park.
Orchard Caravan Park
Reeth, North Yorkshire (9.1 miles)
Riverside, dog friendly camping, touring and glamping in Reeth - your base for the Yorkshire Dales and Swaledale.
Hillcrest Park
Caldwell, Richmond, North Yorkshire (9.1 miles)
A quiet, dog-friendly site in Teesdale with pitches, pods and cottages offering beautiful views. Adult only.
The Swan Caravan and Camping
Leyburn, North Yorkshire (10.7 miles)
A well established, family run and dog friendly site, located at the heart of Wensleydale in North Yorkshire.
Tan Hill Inn
Richmond, North Yorkshire (18.8 miles)
Famously known as the highest pub in the UK, camping here is set on the Pennine Way and within the Yorkshire Dales.
Swaledale Yurts
Richmond, North Yorkshire (19.1 miles)
A lovely family run glamping site with yurts, on the banks of the River Swale in the beautiful Yorkshire Dales.
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Things to do in Richmond
Begin your break with a visit to one of the town’s main attractions – Richmond Castle. This Norman fortress has an interactive exhibition for the whole family to get involved with. Budding historians can learn more about old British history in a fun and engaging way. Climb to the top of the castle keep for stunning views of the town and the Yorkshire Dales.
After soaking up the history at the exhibition, find the secluded Cockpit Garden and enjoy a picnic amongst the lush greenery.
When you’ve finished exploring Richmond Castle, wander along the riverside to Easby Abbey. Kids can run around the open space and will love exploring the ruins.
Continue your history tour with a visit to Kiplin Hall. Explore the 100 acres of woodland and parkland as you roam the Rose Garden before heading into the Jacobean house.
If the youngsters still have a taste for exploration, try out the Richmond Treasure Hunt Trail. Work together and follow the clues placed on various statues and signs throughout the town. Taking you to the popular attractions as well as the lesser known hidden gems, the trail is a good way of getting around Richmond in a fun way.
After you’ve completed the trail, soak up some of the local history at the Richmondshire Museum. Admire the Roman artefacts and get a deeper insight into the town’s past as well as what life in the Dales was like long ago.
Close to the museum, walk over to the Friary Memorial Gardens and find its bell tower that dates back to the fifteenth century! After admiring the piece of history, sit down for a picnic by the flowerbeds.
The Foxclove Covert Nature Reserve is another good option for a picnic as well as an opportunity for some birdwatching. See if you can spot all the creatures at the reserve.
To see a wider variety of animals, visit Mainsgill Farm. Apart from seeing reindeer, camels and sheep you can enjoy some of the local produce at the farmshop. Take a break from exploring Richmond and enjoy a home-baked cake with a cup of tea at its tearoom.
Make use of Richmond’s location and explore the Yorkshire Dales National Park on its doorstep or take a trip to Barnard Castle and visit the impressive fortress that towers over the town.