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North Yorkshire Moors Club Campsite is set within the relaxing and tranquil surrounds of the North Yorkshire Moors National Park, the setting for the Heartbeat television series. Some pitches of the caravan site are pleasantly spacious and open or there is also a choice of more secluded locations, sheltered by trees. There are some spectacular moorland views from the western side of the site with the North Yorkshire Moors being a paradise for walkers. This site as well as surrounding North Yorkshire caravan sites offer a variety of beautiful dog walks.
When visiting North Yorkshire Moors Club Campsite, you will have over 1,300 miles of footpaths to choose from, many of which can be joined from the park. For less energetic holiday makers at the caravan site, there are scenic drives through moorlands and forests. Having completed your explorations of such natural beauty, why not pass a restful day enjoying the peace and tranquillity of the countryside in all its splendour. Another way to enjoy the incredible scenery is via the North Yorkshire Moors Railway, with magnificent steam trains to ride on and journey stops at beautiful rural stations, such as those at Goathland and Grosmont villages. If you fancy a change of scene, why not head to the coast and take in a visit to Whitby, with its harbour and lovely views from the cliff tops either side of the estuary. You are sure to be inspired by such magnificent views, making this a break to remember.
Please note: this site does not have a toilet block.
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Directions
Turn left off the A171 (Scarborough - Whitby) in about 13.5 miles (2.5 miles past Flask Inn) onto the B1416 (signposted Ruswarp). In 1.75 miles at the signpost to Maybeck turn sharp left through gates (care required). The site is on the right within 0.5 mile. From South: follow the A169 through Sleights (1:5 gradient downhill on approach). Do not turn right in Sleights. Continue to the A171 and turn right signposted Whitby. In 1 mile turn right onto the B1416 through Ruswarp; care required. Approximately 2 miles south of Sneaton bear right through gates. Then as above.
Sites key:
- Postcode:
- YO22 5JE
- GPS:
- Lat 54.42314 / Lon -0.62396
- Plan a route to this site
- OS field ref:
- NZ893038
- OS map ref:
- 94
- Handbook map ref:
- J11
Transport links
- Buses go to: Whitby and Scarborough
- Car hire on site
- Nearest train station: Ruswarp
- Train station within 5 miles
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Great site
North Yorkshire Moors Club Campsite
Just spent 5 nights at this lovely site , brilliant location with lots of walks directly from the site . One of the most peaceful sites we’ve ever stayed on . Easy access to Whitby , we actually drove to Ruswarp , parked there and walked into Whitby. The site was about half full maybe lack of facilities put some people off , not too sure about only having bins in one place I think this discourages re cycling. Fantastic dog walk and a very good information hut . Highly recommended
Tranquil
North Yorkshire Moors Club Campsite
A great campsite in the middle if nowhere. We sayed 3 nights. Ideal for peace and quiet. Nice walks and easy to get to Whitby or Scarborough. Ricky was great at check in and advised us best way to het to Goathland (Heartbeat country). Excellent well maintained site with great staff. Will be back.
Beautiful peaceful site
North Yorkshire Moors Club Campsite
We stayed for 6 nights, it is a beautiful quiet site and the fact that it has no toilet/shower facilities makes it a more affordable option for us. Unfortunately we had continuous rain for the first 48hrs but it was still a wonderful place to be. All the staff were friendly and helpful, the site is kept very neat, tidy and clean. We will definitely be visiting again!
Fantastic site for a weekend away
North Yorkshire Moors Club Campsite
Me the wife and the little one visited North Yorkshire moors club site for a short weekend away. The site is lovely and quiet, beautiful in its appearance and fantastic for location. The staff were absolutely wonderful (starting to be a common theme with every site we’ve been to) ever so polite and welcoming. The fact the site doesn’t have a facility block adds to the charm of the site. All in all we can’t wait to visit again 5⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
A gem
North Yorkshire Moors Club Campsite
We deliberated about going due to the lack of toilets but are so glad we gave it a go! What a lovely site, beautifully kept and in a lovely , country setting. So peaceful, the noisiest thing was the joyful Chiff Chaff holding forth in the morning. Access was easy, taking advice to follow route through Ruswarp rather than the first right at the bottom of Blue Bank. Impressed by the care taken by the very friendly wardens to look after the range of wild flowers on site. Look forward to returning very soon
JaneCott
Reviewed on 01/07/2024 18:02
Site contact details
- Telephone:
- 01947 810505
This site has been rated 5 paws for dog-friendliness!
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