Vale of Pickering Caravan Park
Allerston, Pickering, North Yorkshire
Set just ten minutes from the edge of the North York Moors, Vale of Pickering Caravan Park is a beautifully landscaped 5 star, award winning park. Tents and tourers are welcome across non electric grass and electric hardstanding pitches. Oniste, guests can enjoy modern facilities, a well-stocked shop, a cafe, and a play park for kids. Within a 30 minute drive of the site, discover Flamingo Land, the Wolds Way and Scarborough!
Why choose Vale of Pickering Caravan Park
Runner up of Best Campsite North East England in our 2025 Camping and Glamping Awards
Featured in our 2025 Outstanding Sites list of reliably excellent camping, glamping, and touring sites
Peaceful family friendly site located on the edge of the North York Moors National Park
Just 25 minutes to the Yorkshire Coast and Scarborough, 20 minutes from Flamingo Land Resort
Award winning site with great facilities including a modern shower block, shop, cafe, and dog wash
About the site
This award winning, family run park is set on a working country farm nestled in the Yorkshire countryside. Perfect for a family getaway, the site has wonderful facilities, including a shop, cafe, and playground. There are a total of 66 non electric grass pitches, each welcoming tents only, with 16 allowing up to six guests and 50 that allow up to four. All of the pitches are level, with plenty of space for everyone to enjoy some peace and quiet. For tent campers, there are a further six grass pitches with six amp electric hook up. If bringing your tourer, there are 55 hardstanding pitches too, each with a 10 amp hook up and also welcoming six guests each. If glamping is more your style, the site's bell tents sleep a family of four with a chic furnished interior, a double bed and comfy futons. In the site's peaceful surroundings, you'll find a herd of gentle cows and fields where wheat, barley and maize are grown. The park is set within 15 acres and is only 15 minutes from Dalby Forest, and only ten minutes to the market town of Pickering. For evenings of al fresco cooking, BBQs are welcome, though disposable BBQs must not sit directly on the grass. Please note that campfires and fire pits are not allowed. Dogs are also welcome to join you, with up to three allowed per pitch. There is even an expansive dog walking area with glorious views and a dog wash for if their paws get a little mucky. The bell tents are pet free.
Vale of Pickering Caravan Park is open from 01/01 to 01/01 and 02/03 to 31/10. Pitches from £22/night for 2 people.
"Simply cannot fault this site"
Alan L
"What an unbelievable site this is"
Nic S
"Greeted by the friendliest staff ever ... The facilities on site were outstanding"
Tracy C
"We received a very warm welcome and the site was immaculately kept"
Stephen W
Great for everyone
A campsite for everyone, even dogs! Enjoy peaceful surroundings, a dog walking area, spacious pitches, and a cafe serving food on specific nights.
Great for families
Kids will love the adventure play park and ball games field. There's also family washrooms and an onsite shop. Flamingo Land is just 20 minutes away too!
There are 128 accommodation options on-site
Bookable pitches and accommodation options
50 x Non Electric Grass Pitches
Max 4 people
Grass 4m x 3m pitches without electric, suitable for medium sized tents.
16 x Large Non Electric Grass Pitches
Max 6 people
Larger non electric grass 6m x 7m pitches suitable for large tents, roof tents and gazebos.
55 x Electric Hardstanding Pitches
Max 6 people
Hardstanding 6m x 8m pitches with 10 amp electric to suit caravans, campervans, and motorhomes.
Other accommodation
6 x Electric Grass Tent Pitches
Max 6 people
Grass pitches with 6 amp electric hook-up. Suitable for tents only.
Bell Tents
Max 4 people
Spacious bell tents which sleep two adults and two children, on a double bed and two futon beds. Inside there is coir matting, rugs, fairy lights and a gas stove with kettle. Sorry, no pets.
Need to know
Frequently asked questions about Vale of Pickering Caravan Park
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Site rules
What time is check-in and check out at Vale of Pickering Caravan Park?
Guests are welcome to check-in at Vale of Pickering Caravan Park from 12:30pm until 7pm. Please advise the site if you are delayed. Check out is due before 11:30am on your last day.
Is Vale of Pickering Caravan Park dog-friendly?
Yes, Vale of Pickering Caravan Park is dog friendly, with up to three dogs permitted per pitch. There is an expansive dog walking area for them to enjoy, as well as a dog wash.
Does Vale of Pickering Caravan Park allow BBQs and campfires?
Vale of Pickering Caravan Park allows BBQs, just please ensure these are raised from the ground. Please note, open fires and fire pits are not permitted.
Does Vale of Pickering Caravan Park allow groups or pitches being booked together?
No, Vale of Pickering Caravan Park does not allow group bookings as the site is aimed at couples and families.
Does Vale of Pickering Caravan Park have a quiet time or noise policy?
Yes, Vale of Pickering Caravan Park does operate a quiet policy from 11pm.
Is Vale of Pickering Caravan Park good for families?
Yes! Vale of Pickering Caravan Park is a family friendly site with a play park perfect for little ones!
Pitches
Does Vale of Pickering Caravan Park allow awnings, gazebos or pup tents?
Yes, Vale of Pickering Caravan Park allows awnings, gazebos and pup tents, just add these as an optional extra when you make your booking.
Can I park next to my pitch at Vale of Pickering Caravan Park?
Yes, you are welcome to park one car on your pitch at Vale of Pickering Caravan Park. Any additional vehicles must be declared when booking and parked in the designated car parking area on the camping field. You must not park on the grass by your pitch if a hardstanding is available or on the roadside.
What amp is the electric hook up at Vale of Pickering Caravan Park?
The electric hook ups at Vale of Pickering Caravan Park are 10 amp.
Is electric included in the price of my booking at Vale of Pickering Caravan Park? Or is it an additional cost?
All of the electric pitches at Vale of Pickering Caravan Park have your usage included in the price of your booking.
Where can I find Vale of Pickering Caravan Park's map?
You can find a copy of Vale of Pickering Caravan Park's map here.
Facilities
Is there WiFi at Vale of Pickering Caravan Park?
Yes, site-wide WiFi is available at Vale of Pickering Caravan Park. This will be free of charge for your stay. The service is only suitable for browsing, not streaming.
Does Vale of Pickering Caravan Park have a shop onsite?
Yes, Vale of Pickering Caravan Park does have an onsite shop which sells fresh local meat, camping gas, and essentials. For a larger supermarket, Nisa is a ten minute drive away.
Is there a restaurant or cafe at Vale of Pickering Caravan Park?
Yes, there is an onsite cafe at Vale of Pickering Caravan Park. The Oakwood Cafe serves breakfasts, lunches, and dinners. You can find a copy of the sample food menu here and a sample drinks menu here. Please note that the cafe closes for winter on December 31st and reopens at the beginning of March.
Does Vale of Pickering Caravan Park have electric vehicle charging?
No, Vale of Pickering Caravan Park does not offer EV charging. The closest electric vehicle charging point is Zest Charging Station (15 minutes).
Does Vale of Pickering Caravan Park have a communal fridge and freezer?
Vale of Pickering Caravan Park offers a shared freezer for ice packs. There is not a communal fridge, so bringing a cool box is recommended.
What is phone signal like at Vale of Pickering Caravan Park?
Most phone service providers should be able to access a phone and 4G signal at Vale of Pickering Caravan Park.
Getting there
What are the nearest public transport links to Vale of Pickering Caravan Park?
The nearest train station to Vale of Pickering Caravan Park is Malton, a 20 minute drive away. The closest bus stop is Turgate Farm, a 30 minute walk away and offers regular services to Pickering and two services to Kirkbymoorside.
What is the nearest bus stop to Vale of Pickering Caravan Park?
The nearest bus stop to Vale of Pickering Caravan Park is Turgate Farm, a 30 minute walk away and offers regular services to Pickering and two daily services to Kirkbymoorside.
What is access like for touring at Vale of Pickering Caravan Park?
Tourers should have no issue with access at Vale of Pickering Caravan Park as the site is just off a two-way road.
Are there any local taxi service companies to Vale of Pickering Caravan Park?
Local taxi companies to Vale of Pickering Caravan Park include Ring a Taxi (A.2.B. Cars) (01751 472285) and Crystal Cars (01751 477613).
What's nearby
What are the nearest pubs to Vale of Pickering Caravan Park?
The nearest pubs to Vale of Pickering Caravan Park are The Providence Inn and The Cayley Arms, both a five minute drive away.
What are the nearest beaches to Vale of Pickering Caravan Park?
The nearest beaches to Vale of Pickering Caravan Park are Cayton Bay Beach and Scarborough Beach, a 30 minute drive away from the site.
What walking routes are close to Vale of Pickering Caravan Park?
Local walking routes to Vale of Pickering Caravan Park include the Allerston to Ebberston Circular route, which is accessible from the nearby village of Allerston. The site is also located just outside the North York Moors National Park, where you can reach several other peaceful or more thrill-seeking walks.
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