Old York Forest is a small, family-run caravan and camping park on the edge of Allerthorpe Woods at Barmby Moor, roughly a 20-minute drive east of York in East Yorkshire. The site sits beside 367 acres of Forestry England woodland, with the Yorkshire Wildlife Trust's Allerthorpe Common nature reserve a short walk away, so it suits couples, families and solo campers who want quiet, nature and space rather than on-site entertainment. Around five level pitches take caravans, motorhomes and tents on grass or hardstanding, each with a 16amp electric hook-up, and there is a toilet and shower block. Three lakes give the place its character: two are for gentle walks and one holds a few fish for a spot of angling, and a circular dog walking area keeps four-legged guests happy. York's Minster and museums are about 7 miles away, the market town of Pocklington around 6 miles, and Allerthorpe Lakeland Park's watersports are close by. Despite the older 'Certificated Site' name, this is an independent park open to everyone, not a members-only club site. Old York Forest is open all year, with pitches from £18 a night without electric and £22 with electric for up to four people, and dogs at £3 a night. Book your pitch directly through this East Yorkshire site.
Yes, Old York Forest is open all year round. The mix of grass and hardstanding pitches makes it usable outside the main season, so it works for a spring woodland break, a summer family trip or a quiet off-season stay near York.
Do you have to be a club member to stay at Old York Forest?
No, you do not need to be a club member. Despite the older 'Certificated Site' name, it now runs as the independent Old York Forest Caravan Park, open to families, couples and individuals who book a pitch directly with the site.
How much does it cost to stay at Old York Forest?
Pitches at Old York Forest start from £18 a night without electric and £22 a night with electric, for up to four people. Dogs, extra adults, extra children and extra cars are each charged at £3 a night on top.
Are dogs allowed at Old York Forest?
Yes, well-behaved dogs are welcome at Old York Forest for £3 a night. There is a circular dog walking area on site, plus the open spaces of neighbouring Allerthorpe Woods for longer walks straight from your pitch.
Does Old York Forest have electric hook-ups?
Yes, Old York Forest offers 16amp electric hook-ups on both grass and hardstanding pitches for caravans, motorhomes and tents. A pitch with electric costs £22 a night, or you can book without electric from £18 a night.
What is there to do near Old York Forest?
Old York Forest sits beside Allerthorpe Woods with three lakes and walking trails on the doorstep. York and its Minster are about 7 miles away, Pocklington around 6 miles, and Allerthorpe Lakeland Park offers watersports close by.
Things to do nearby
Bike hire
Fishing
Golf
Horse riding
Indoor pool
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