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Hillside Caravan Park
Canvas Farm
Knayton
Thirsk
North Yorkshire (Browse area)
YO7 4BR
Tel: 01845 537349
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Pitches: 50
Open: 04/02/2026 to 04/01/2027
04/02/2027 to 04/01/2028
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| Who's it for |
 Families Welcome |
 Not Members Only |
 Rallies Welcome |
 Not Naturist Site |
 Dogs Welcome |
 No Dogs Allowed |
 Groups Welcome |
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| Facilities |
 Toilet Facilities |
 Hot Showers |
 Washing Up |
 Bathroom |
 Baby Changing Facilities |
 Laundry On Site |
 Drinking Water |
 Disabled Friendly |
 Chemical Disposal |
 No Battery Charging |
 Gas Exchange |
 Recycling Facilities |
 No Kitchen Facilities |
 No Freezer / Fridge |
 No Motorhome Point |
 Wifi Access |
 Shop On Site |
 Bar <1 mile |
 Restaurant or Cafe or Takeaway <1 mile |
| Activities |
 Kids Playground |
 TV Room |
 No Games Room |
 No Evening Ents |
 Fishing <5 miles |
 No Wild Swimming |
 No Indoor Pool |
 No Outdoor Pool |
 Horse Riding <5 miles |
 No Cycle Hire |
 Golf <5 miles |
 Tennis <1 mile |
 No Beach |
 No Watersports |
 No Boat Launch |
| Other Features |
 No Sea Views |
 Not Working Farm |
 No Campfires Allowed |
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 Lakeside Pitches |
 Public Transport <5 miles |
 Offroad Dog Walk On Site or Direct Access |
 Electric Car Charging Point |
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| Date of Visit: November 2014 |
Unit: Touring Caravan |
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| Reviewer: Brianrotti1 |
3 reviews from this member |
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 This is one of our favourite sites, it is ideally situated for Herriot country and many other places of interest, and Teesside retail park is only a short trip away. The amenities block is modern heated and very clean, the pitches are a good size, level and have water, drainage and electricity right at the side of your pitch, all in all a very nice site which we use quite regularly 
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| Date of Visit: November 2014 |
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| Reviewer: Alane0104 |
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This is the best site we have visited. Its so lovely that we have stored our tourer caravan here and we visit as often as we can!
As soon as you arrive at this site there is such a warm welcome from the ownwers, check in is quick and nothing is a problem if you need any help at all getting to know the site/area.
The views are amazing, even on a cold november evening it is so pretty. There is ample space on the large, immaculate super pitch!
The facilities are immaculate too, as a matter of fact everything is amazing about Hillside Caravan Park.
Thirsk is a 5 minute drive away with plenty of shops, etc.
There is also a well kept children's play park.
Also dogs are welcome and there are plenty of lovely walks near by.
We could not rate this site enough, don't hesitate to book its amazing.
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| Date of Visit: November 2014 |
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| Reviewer: BenoandLoz |
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It has been a good few years since I last visited here and all I can say is it has got even better than my last few visits.
The site is expanding daily and the new reception area is coming along great.
Still a friendly and warm welcome and the site is immaculate.
I would recommend this this site over and over again other caravan site owners should take a visit and take heed on how to lay out and run a site. A real credit to its owners. We will be back again soon.
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| Date of Visit: August 2014 |
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| Reviewer: Fussycamper |
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Recently returned from this lovely site. Upon arrival we were shown to our super pitch (just about all of them are apart from a few grass pitches on the top field)and the size and space between each of these pitches is fantastic - can honestly say I've never seen so much space between caravans which meant you didn't feel hemmed in. The toilet/shower block was spotlessly clean with the bonus of underfloor heating. For the children there was a play park which was adequate and in the adjoining field a fish pond. The owners were extremely friendly and helpful, especially after we realised we'd forgotten our mallet when putting up the awning. Thirsk is only a 5 minute drive should you need any essentials. We also visited Whitby which was about an hours drive. Would we visit this site again? Definitely and would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a peaceful break.
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| Date of Visit: July 2014 |
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| Reviewer: Hughandpenny |
23 reviews from this member |
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As previous reviews, an excellent site and staff.
The exit off the northbound A19 is getting very bumpy ( not the sites fault) and the approach road is narrow but with passing places (useful as we met two large removal trucks when leaving. Coped with our large unit) once on site you could be miles from anywhere. Great views huge pitches around the lake where we were. Very friendly helpful staff and nothing too much trouble.
Good info hut and very clean toilet block. Good recycling bins.
Fantastic walks from site and close to lots of attractions but it was so peaceful we didn't move for the 3 days we were there. We don't often return to sites but this was our second trip here and could well not be our last especially as it is only an hour from home. Traffic and bumpy road allowing
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| Date of Visit: April 2014 |
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| Reviewer: Smarksmith |
27 reviews from this member |
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The overview
This site is located just off the A19, in a village called Knayton, near Thirsk in North Yorkshire. It is a huge site (in terms of dimensions). To get to the site you come off the A19 basically turn right and follow the road. Having been caught out with access to some sites before, I now always use google street view to check out access and was a little concerned about the last mile or so of single track road. We never had a problem as passing places are regularly spaced for cars but should caravan meet caravan it could be interesting.
Once at the site it is very evident that a lot of time, effort & money are being put into this business as the building works show. The entrance gate is a big old five bar steel gate (electric of course) which we were buzzed through (you get card to use once booked in). We were greeted very warmly and taken to our pitch and guided onto a drive through pitch. Couldn't be easier.
The owners are really friendly and helpful. From giving info on local walks, lending aerial cables or even including us in the easter egg hunt (we don't have kids but they didn't want us to be left out).
The site is a huge array of well kept grass with simple roads (without potholes) and gravel hard standings. Each pitch is given loads of room and has its services well situated. Our pitch had the usual water and electric, however the extras we found really good - not just grey water disposal but black as well, a second tap rinsing cassettes out, tv aerial point(As we discovered, get or make, a good quality aerial cable. Don't get a £4 one from a cheap shop), and being shown which trip switch turns the light off on the services pillar (A tiny point but those lights can be really annoying).
Now we are set up and ready for action what niggles and don't likes were there - well to be honest not a lot. The fact that you get a key for the toilet block seems a little odd, one key so only one person can go at a time, its not like the showers are going to get invaded from other tourists, although it may stop children from running a muck in them though. That's it for the not so positives.
The bonus points come from: having pitch specific black water disposal. The toilets are always clean and tidy. The site is very clean and well presented. Each pitch as more than enough space. The kids area seemed to be well used which kept them away from other pitches. The views from the site are spectacular. We were there over easter and it was sunny and bright (yes that 1in100 bank holiday) the pitches got a bit of a breeze but nothing untoward. The pond/lake is a nice picturesque area. There is a small 'information' hut that was well stocked with everything you need to know. Excellent recycling area set up, shame that some people can't be bothered to us them properly. The site is very quiet even though it is only a mile from the A19. All in all an excellent site. Peaceful and tranquil yet in an excellent spot to go and explore the local area and beyond. During our stay we went to Durham, Whitby and Eden camp.
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| Date of Visit: February 2014 |
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| Reviewer: Deanocaz |
5 reviews from this member |
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What a find!
We had booked onto hillside site for the half term holidays and could not have asked for more.
The pitches are the best we have seen, gravel area with enough room for 2 vans and pace between the vans. The pitch has it's own facilities which make hook up a breeze.
The owners could not have been more helpful, offering advice when needed and directions to nearby amenities.
A definite star destination.
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| Date of Visit: July 2013 |
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| Reviewer: Greyhoundstar |
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Wasn't quite sure what to expect when we booked this site as it is only just off the A19, but what a lovely surprise, the site just outside of Knayton, over a mile to the pub, is set in lovely countryside with beautiful views.
We were pitched with a number of caravans with family's but with large pitches and a large play area for the children across a grassed area away from the pitches it was lovely and peaceful.
The site has more pitches away from the toilet facilities, which are to say the least enormous, room for 4.
The toilets are spotless, a very well kept site.
We will return.
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| Date of Visit: June 2013 |
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| Reviewer: Threepennybit1950 |
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Just got from a weekend at Hillside Caravan Park and was pleasantly surprised. We have just bought a small caravan and wanted somewhere local to try it out, we seen this park on UKCampsite. Co. Uk and the reviews are spot on, toilets washing up area and laundry are spotlessly clean. All hardstanding pitches are huge, nothing is to much bother for these people, water tv ariel electric and elsan are all on your own pitch. Nice pub, the Dog and Gun, about a mile and a half from site. A very narrow road up to site but lots of passing places for on coming traffic. Nice walks for dogs. Enjoyed it so much going back in a months time cant wait.
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| Date of Visit: May 2013 |
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| Reviewer: Slander1 |
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On the recommendations of friends we visited this site in early May and were so impressed by the friendly approach of the owners and presentation of the site and maintenance of the facilities we booked to return again at the end of May.
Although close to A19 there is no noise but offers good access to Thirsk and Northallerton. The only issue with the site and nearby village of Knayton is the lack of a shop, to replenish basic items such as milk etc.
We will return to this site.
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| Date of Visit: May 2013 |
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| Reviewer: Beetle teardrop |
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Fantastic site. The owners and son very friendly and couldn't do enough for us, nothing too much trouble.
Some of the best facilities on any site we have seen, top class pitches each pitch is big enough for two units with plenty of space between each one with hook up, drinking water, none drinking water, clean water waste, even tv ariel sockets. Well maintained and clean toilets and shower building. If you have any grumbles about this site you need to see a doctor.
We will definitely be staying here again. Nearby pub with great value meals and drinks. Fantastic views and country side you will not be disappointed.
Thirsk great place to visit plenty shops, pubs etc. Thanks for great stay on your top class site.
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| Date of Visit: April 2013 |
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| Reviewer: Brooksy1501 |
7 reviews from this member |
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The perfect site.
When we arrived Pat came out to greet us in the pouring rain with a welcome smile and a cheery greeting. Despite the weather she walked us (in the car) down to our pitch and assisted with positioning and connections to all services.
We then set about putting up the awning in the teeth of a Yorkshire spring evening !
The site is perfectly located in a beautiful Yorkshire valley close to virtually all the tourist attractions of North Yorkshire.
Toilet/laundry block is spotlessly clean and toasty warm. Appreciated in this weather.
Our 'super pitch' has electricity, tv aerial point, cold water tap, grey water drain and your own personal chemical emptying point.
We will definitely come back - in better weather!
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| Date of Visit: February 2012 |
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| Reviewer: Millet |
31 reviews from this member |
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Just spent a few days at this campsite.
The site is situated just outside of the small village of Knayton, just off the A19.
Watch out for the road to the site though, it's single track. We were fortunate enough not to meet anything either arriving or leaving, I could imagine it been rather tight to pass if you did meet a caravan or tractor/trailer, even with the passing places.
The site is accessed by a controlled electronic gate, for which you are given a key fob, so it is very secure.
You are met and taken to your pitch by the owner on her bicycle, everything explained about services and facilities.
Pitches are vast, no issue with encroachment from neighbours. These are pea gravel and come fully serviced.
The toilet block & showers are immaculate and have under floor heating - a real bonus when camping in February.
4 toilets to the ladies and 3 showers, free to use and have good pressure.
Ladies has a hair dryer, which is also free.
There are laundry facilities 1 washing machine & 1 dryer.
The site is well maintained, the farmer was busy tending the grass as soon as the snow had melted.
Good facilities for children, especially younger ones, although my 10yr old enjoyed playing football on the grassed area, which is a nice change as many sites do not allow ball games.
Is is to be recommended, possibly more for couples or younger families, I say this as changes are made for children older than 10 years, which can add up if you have more than a couple and stay at peak times.
Great place to relax. Good walking area.
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| Date of Visit: November 2012 |
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| Reviewer: Romeo |
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The site very easy to get to, only a few miles from the A19 but a world away from the traffic.
We received a very warm welcome from the owners, we were given some information about the site including dog walks etc. And were shown to our pitch, the owner even offered to take our caravan and park it for us if we wanted him to.
All the pitches are super pitches and ours was by far the biggest we have ever stayed on. The site is very peaceful and has lovely views on all sides.
We didn't see a shop but spotted a pub about 1 & a half miles away, although we didn't go in.
The facilities are new and we kept spotless as is the rest of the site.
I would highly recommend this site if you are looking for peace and quiet and we will be returning again.
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| Date of Visit: November 2012 |
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| Reviewer: Mickwithdoodle |
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Just got back from 3 nights at Hillside, our second visit of this year. The ground was soaking wet with all the recent rain but it was no problem as all the pitches are pea gravel hard standings.
The site has been extended since our last visit and now has an additional 15 pitches which are in the field behind where the children, s play area is sited. They are the same format as the original pitches ie have water, 16 amp electric, TV ariel, waste water on a bollard which provides light once darkness falls.
The original pitches are large and easily house my twin axle caravan, awning & 4 X 4 and the new pitches are absolutely huge. They could have placed 30 pitches in the field easily. At present it is very open and looks a little exposed but they have planted shrubs around the exterior limits of the field and also some down the centre so it will look really nice in the years to come. My only concern would be; are the toilet block facilities sufficient to cope in the summer months when the site gets busy.
We had a really nice weekend and the site was up to its' usual high standard.
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