Helmsley campsites
Admire Helmsley's beauty as you stroll through this market town on the doorstep of the Howardian Hills. Enjoy a spot of lunch on the pretty grounds surrounding Duncombe Park before soaking up the medieval history at Helmsley Castle. Here's our selection of Helmsley campsites.
25 Helmsley campsites
Helmsley, North Yorkshire (0.8 miles)
4.73 /5
6 reviews
100%
would recommend
Dog and family-friendly bell tents with fire pits within the North Yorkshire Moors and Howardian Hills AONB.
Pickering, York, North Yorkshire (6.3 miles)
4.82 /5
52 reviews
96%
would recommend
A small five bay site in idyllic parkland setting, along the edge of North York Moors, bordered by the River Dove.
Helmsley, York, North Yorkshire (7.9 miles)
4.66 /5
46 reviews
87%
would recommend
A five star park with a play area and immaculate facilities for couples and families wishing to explore Yorkshire.
Pickering, North Yorkshire (8.8 miles)
4.77 /5
102 reviews
96%
would recommend
A peaceful, family-friendly caravan and glamping site with beautiful scenery, located by the North Yorkshire Moors.
York, North Yorkshire (8.8 miles)
4.8 /5
7 reviews
100%
would recommend
Luxury pods set in the hillside of a secluded working farm, next to the picturesque North Yorkshire Moors.
Add your dates to check availability
See only sites and pitches that are available for your stay
Pickering, North Yorkshire (9.6 miles)
4.93 /5
39 reviews
97%
would recommend
A peaceful family-run park on a 200-acre dairy farm with countryside views, five minutes from the North York Moors.
York, North Yorkshire (10 miles)
4.4 /5
117 reviews
83%
would recommend
A lakeside park with views over one of Yorkshire's finest country estates. Fishing and dog walk on site.
York, North Yorkshire (11 miles)
4.98 /5
11 reviews
91%
would recommend
A small family-run site, with luxurious and cosy pods with private hot tubs and BBQs! Dog and family friendly.
Knayton, North Yorkshire (11.3 miles)
4.86 /5
32 reviews
100%
would recommend
Family run and dog-friendly touring and glamping park near the North York Moors, with views of the Hambleton Hills.
Pickering, North Yorkshire (11.3 miles)
4.93 /5
3 reviews
100%
would recommend
Ensuite glamping pods with onsite animals, fishing and play areas for kids. Five minutes from Pickering!
The following sites don't share their availability with us yet and cannot be booked online
Helmsley, York, North Yorkshire (2.7 miles)
A 5 star family run park, on the edge of the North York Moors, in reach of Flamingo Land and historic York.
Harome, Helmsley, North Yorkshire (2.9 miles)
A peaceful adult only touring and camping park, just a short drive from the North York Moors. Dog friendly.
Wombleton, York, North Yorkshire (3.4 miles)
Nestled between the North Yorkshire Moors and the East Coast, this is a 5 star and peaceful dog friendly park.
Fadmoor, York, North Yorkshire (5.1 miles)
Quiet and secluded touring caravan and motorhome site, with easy access to North York Moors and superb views.
Hutton-Le-Hole, North Yorkshire (6.7 miles)
Family run touring park set on a working farm with well maintained grass and hardstanding pitches and bell tents.
York, North Yorkshire (7 miles)
Touring by a cosy pub which serves food, ideally positioned by Ryedale Folk Museum in a North York Moors village.
Amplecarr, York, North Yorkshire (9 miles)
Unique camping and glamping including a luxury treehouse with a hot tub, by the North York Moors National Park.
Pickering, North Yorkshire (9.7 miles)
Enjoy a peaceful campsite within close walking distance of the award-winning Cropton Brewery and North York Moors.
Thirsk, North Yorkshire (10.1 miles)
Family and pet friendly camping and touring park set in spacious 30 acre grounds, with fishing lake and small club.
Rosedale East, Pickering, North Yorkshire (10.5 miles)
Camping and touring with glamping in a shepherd's hut just for grown-ups, in the North York Moors. Pet friendly.
Pickering, North Yorkshire (10.5 miles)
Small adult only park with onsite animals and riverside walks. By the North York Moors, five minutes to Pickering!
Pickering, North Yorkshire (10.9 miles)
Camping and touring, plus luxury lodges and holiday homes beside an incredible zoo and theme park.
Sheriff Hutton, York, North Yorkshire (11.5 miles)
Set in an idyllic location surrounded by rolling farmland, on the outskirts of York and near Castle Howard.
Pickering, North Yorkshire (11.7 miles)
Family-friendly glamping by the North York Moors with luxury ensuite yurts and bell tents. Dogs welcome.
Pickering, North Yorkshire (11.9 miles)
Dog friendly, with great views of the Vale of Pickering from a family farm, by the North Yorkshire Moors.
Other areas you might like to consider
Other popular searches
Accommodation options
Things to do in Helmsley
Begin your stay at Helmsley with a visit to Duncombe Park. Stroll through the grounds surrounding the estate before setting down for a picnic on the lush greenery.
After lunch, take the kids to meet the creatures at the National Centre for Birds of Prey. Situating on the Duncombe Park Estate, see some of the flying demonstrations from eagles to owls and more. Each of the centre’s demonstrations features different birds too so the longer you stay, the more you’ll get to see!
Or spend the afternoon tucking into your lunch at Helmsley Walled Gardens. Soak up the fresh air and perhaps enjoy a kickabout with the little ones or catch your breath with a hot cuppa and a sandwich at the Vinehouse Café nearby.
For a twist on sightseeing, take the Helmsley Mystery Treasure Trail. Spot the clues scattered throughout Helmsley as the trail takes you to the town’s lesser-known buildings as well as its famous castle.
When you do end up at the castle, take a tour of the extravagant halls and soak up some of the medieval history. Pick up a headset and explore the castle on an audio tour whilst the kids have fun dressing up and running around the grounds.
After touring the castle, explore the ruins of Rievaulx Abbey. Learn more about the town’s history before resting your feet at the café or find your own picnic spot amongst the beautiful surrounding countryside.
You can look out to the abbey at Rievaulx Terrace. Admire the beautiful paintings on the ceiling in the temples before taking in the stunning view of the abbey ruins.
Make the most of the incredible scenery at the North York Moors National Park by walking or cycling along parts of the Cleveland Way National Trail. Pass by the towering castle as well as the abbey ruins on your way to Sutton Bank.
When you’ve finished wandering through the town, head to York and roam around its castle or explore the Howardian Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and take in the stunning scenery at Yorkshire Lavender.