With unrivalled scenery, fishing and a quiet and peaceful location, escape the hustle and bustle at Castle Howard Lakeside Holiday Park. Just a short walk (20-30 mins) from spectacular Castle Howard, it's family and dog friendly. Located within easy reach of a farm shop and cafe at Castle Howard. Spacious grass pitches with and without electric and hardstanding pitches are available for tents, tourers and caravans.
Why you'll love it at Castle Howard Lakeside Holiday Park
Rural lakeside campsite with an onsite shop within the Howardian Hills, surrounded by nature
Across The Great Lake from the historic Castle Howard, as featured on TV and film
Within 25 minutes of historic York and the scenic North York Moors
About the site
Open all year, the park is in a beautiful rural location, bordering a lake and very close to the pretty village of Coneysthorpe, within the Howardian Hills AONB. It's a 20-30 minute walk from the Howard family's ancestral home itself with its tasty cafés and estate shops.
A shop onsite offers a few essentials and some lovely treats, from fresh bread to a bottle of wine.
The site is also perfect for waterside walks, strolls with Fido (who has his own exercise space) and cooking up a tasty BBQ at your pitch. Fire pits are permitted.
Families and couples are welcome and there are grass pitches both with and without electric, plus a good number of hardstanding pitches with electric to suit tourers. Group bookings are not permitted.
Guests can relax, explore and enjoy time in the expansive estate grounds.
"The site was clean and the facilities were second to none"
Nicola I
"Can't fault this site ... in beautiful scenery, which means lots of nice walks nearby"
Melissa P
"Relaxing, peaceful site with great views around the lake"
Steve M
Grass pitches are available from March to October. Hardstanding pitches are available from March to the end of year.
Facilities and amenities
Accessible facilities
Adult only
Allow commercial vans
Allow pets on site
Café / restaurant / takeaway
Drinking water
Family friendly
Fires allowed
Shop
Showers
Toilets
WiFi
Dog exercise area
Electric hookups
Fishing
Laundry
Peaceful
W.C. disposal
Site facilities include clean and centrally heated toilets and showers and a laundry room, with coin-operated hair dryers and a washing machine and tumble dryer. There's also a dedicated dog walking space.
There is an onsite shop in reception that stocks essentials such as milk, eggs, bread and lots of lovely treats. The shop is open 7 days a week, 9am - 5pm. Winter hours vary in line with reception.
Enjoy a BBQ with fresh meat from the Castle Howard Butchery, treat yourself to a tasty cake, or relax with a bottle of wine or a selection of beers. Fishing in the unmanaged lake is permitted for a small daily charge. A freezer is available to re-freeze your ice-packs.
A note from the site themselves...
We are proud of our location, offering some of the best views of Castle Howard from our side of the lake. Our guests love the nature that surrounds us, birdwatching opportunities, and the dark skies that are perfect for stargazing.
They also love our locality and by staying with us we can provide them with a discount for visiting the gardens at Castle Howard - which we must say is well worth a visit!
Castle Howard Lakeside Holiday Park is ideal for...
Couples
Duke of Edinburgh Award
Older children (13+)
Peace and quiet
Young children
There are 124 accommodation options on-site
Bookable pitches and accommodation options
90 x Non Electric Grass Pitches
Max 6 people
Grass pitches measuring at 7.5m x 7.5m with adjacent grass. These pitches offer a range of shaded and sunny areas depending on the pitch. No electric. Dogs welcome.
6 x Electric Grass Pitches
Max 6 people
10-Amp electric grass pitches measuring at 5m x 7.5m with adjacent grass. These pitches offer a range of shaded and sunny areas depending on the pitch.
28 x Electric Hardstanding Touring Pitches
Max 6 people
Generous gravel 10amp electric pitches with adjacent grass, offering a range of shaded and sunny areas depending on the pitch.
VW-Type Campervan - Electric Hardstanding Touring PitchesMay 2025
Only booked last minute for 1 night but will definitely be back for longer ,dog friendly with good walks close by ,showers were warm and clean and so were the toilets, lady on reception was very helpful and friendly couldn't ask for more really ,look forward to booking again for longer
Craig n andrea
Absolute hidden gem right beside a must-see historic castle!
Recommends site
Thomas D
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Medium Tent - Electric Grass PitchesMay 2025
The weather was sunny and that really helped the atmosphere.
There were fish and chips on offer from a van on the Friday night we arrived. We stayed on one of the electric pitches in the camping field and it was great, no issues with the supply at all. Everyone was very friendly.
The toilet and shower block wasn't too far but you do have to walk across gravel at some bits which might be uncomfortable for thin flip-flops. The showers and toilets were very clean and had everything you needed, but there could have been more than 4 showers?
The birds were nesting in the surrounding trees while we were there and it was noisy but we put it down to nature.
Great Location and facilities
Recommends site
Matt C
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VW-Type Campervan - Electric Hardstanding Touring PitchesMay 2025
Site was clean as were the toilets, great location for a visit to the Arboretum. Had a lovely walk around the lake in the morning too.
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What time is check-in/out at Castle Howard Lakeside Holiday Park?
Check-in here is from noon till 9pm, and your departure is due by noon on your last day.
Is Castle Howard Lakeside Holiday Park dog friendly?
Yes, dogs are welcome onsite provided they are kept on a lead and are not a breed/crossbreed listed under the Dangerous Dogs Act. There is a dedicated dog walking area at the site.
Does Castle Howard Lakeside Holiday Park allow BBQs and campfires?
Raised BBQs are welcome, perfect for al fresco dining in the evenings. Sorry, campfires are permitted.
Can I fish in the lake at Castle Howard Lakeside Holiday Park?
Yes, fishing in the unmanaged lake is permitted for a small daily charge. Fishing permits can be obtained from the park reception.
Does Castle Howard Lakeside Holiday Park allow awnings, gazebos or pup tents?
Awnings are allowed for a small fee. Sorry, no pup tents or gazebos.
Does Castle Howard Lakeside Holiday Park allow groups or pitches being booked together?
Sorry, the site caters for families and couples only and does not accept group bookings.
What amp is the electric hook up at Castle Howard Lakeside Holiday Park?
The electric pitches each have a 10 amp hook up.
Is there WiFi at Castle Howard Lakeside Holiday Park?
Sorry, there is no WiFi on this site.
Does Castle Howard Lakeside Holiday Park have a shop onsite?
Yes, you'll find an onsite shop in reception stocked with essentials like milk, eggs, and bread, along with plenty of delicious treats. It's open seven days a week from 9am to 5pm with winter hours adjusting to match reception times.
What are the nearest public transport links to Castle Howard Lakeside Holiday Park?
Hepton Hill bus stop is just a five minute walk from the site. The nearest train station is Malton which is a 15 minute drive away.
Does Castle Howard Lakeside Holiday Park have a quiet time or noise policy?
Yes, the site operates a quiet policy between 10pm and 5am.
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Things to do on site and in the York area
Guests staying here receive a discount to visit Castle Howard where you can enjoy the main house, gardens and a fantastic adventure playground, Skelf Island..
The area has a great selection of footpaths and bridleways and is a perfect spot for keen walkers and cyclists. Being based in the Howardian Hills AONB, there is so much to see and do.
Bridleways, walking routes and incredible views in the North York Moors National Park are also sure to please.
For days out and fine meals you are an easy drive from York, Malton, Pickering and some seaside sunshine at Whitby, Scarborough and Filey.
With so much to see and do in the local area, you can make your holiday as quiet and relaxing, or as exciting and energetic as you choose.
The listing for Castle Howard Lakeside Holiday Park was last updated on May 12th, 2025 at 12:55 PM
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