Compare campervans, motorhomes and RVs to hire in the Yorkshire Dales, listed by private owners and local hire businesses. See prices, photos and reviews for campervan hire in the UK, then book online with insurance included.
Limestone country — dry-stone-walled valleys, waterfalls, show caves and some of the best quiet driving in England — within easy reach of Leeds, York and Manchester. Enter a Yorkshire Dales postcode on the search page, set how far you will travel to collect, and you will see insured campervans and motorhomes from owners and operators in and around the national park.
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Campervans and motorhomes for the Yorkshire Dales
The choice runs from 2-berth camper vans — a converted van that sleeps two and drives much like a large car — to 6-berth motorhomes with a full kitchen and bathroom. A berth is a sleeping space, so a 4-berth sleeps four.
Most of the Dales’ main routes are well-surfaced, but the smaller valley roads narrow quickly and village centres like Malham and Grassington get tight in summer. A 2 or 4-berth is the easier, more flexible choice. See camper van hire and motorhome hire.
Price follows the same pattern wherever you hire: the smallest camper van is consistently the cheapest option, a 6-berth motorhome the most expensive, and the price per night usually drops the longer you book for. Booking in the school holidays, especially August, costs noticeably more than spring or autumn. Enter your dates on the search page for a real price rather than a generic average — see motorhome hire prices for more on what moves it.
Where to collect a campervan for the Yorkshire Dales
Vehicles are listed around Skipton, Harrogate and the edges of Leeds and York, as well as further out towards Manchester. A 20–40 mile radius in the search widens your choice considerably. See Leeds, York and Yorkshire for the wider county.
Best areas and routes in the Yorkshire Dales
- Malham — Malham Cove’s limestone amphitheatre and Gordale Scar’s gorge, both an easy walk from the village; the single busiest spot in the Dales on a summer weekend.
- Wharfedale — from Bolton Abbey up through Grassington and Kettlewell, gentle valley scenery and a good base for a first visit.
- Wensleydale — Aysgarth Falls and the cheese-making town of Hawes; a quieter, broader dale than Wharfedale.
- Ribblesdale and the Three Peaks — Ribblehead Viaduct and the Yorkshire Three Peaks walk (Pen-y-ghent, Whernside, Ingleborough); popular with serious walkers, busy at the trailheads.
- Swaledale — the most remote and, to many, the most beautiful of the dales, with fewer visitors than Wharfedale or Wensleydale.
Campsites in the Yorkshire Dales
- Bolton Abbey Estate Caravan and Motorhome Club Site — a quiet, well-run site north of the abbey ruins.
- Howgill Lodge, near Skipton — level gravel pitches with wide Dales views.
- Bainbridge Ings Country Park, near Hawes — in the heart of the national park, close to the Wensleydale Creamery.
When to travel
July and August are busiest and dearest, and Malham in particular gets very congested — reserve three to four months ahead for those dates. Spring and September are quieter, and the dales are arguably at their best outside the school holidays.
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Campervan and motorhome hire for the Yorkshire Dales — FAQs
How much does it cost to hire a campervan for the Yorkshire Dales?
It depends mainly on the vehicle size, the season and how long you hire for. A small camper van is consistently the cheapest option and a large motorhome the most expensive; booking in the school holidays, especially August, costs noticeably more than spring or autumn; and the price per night usually drops the longer you book for. Enter your dates on the search page to see live prices. See motorhome hire prices for more on what moves the price.
Where can I pick up a campervan for the Yorkshire Dales?
Owners list vehicles around Skipton, Harrogate and the edges of Leeds and York, and further out towards Manchester. A 20–40 mile radius in the search widens your choice.
Can I drive a motorhome on a normal car licence?
Yes, for almost all of them. A full UK car licence covers vehicles up to 3,500 kg — every camper van and most 2 to 6-berth motorhomes. The listing flags any that need a C1 licence.
Are there dog-friendly campervans for the Yorkshire Dales?
Yes — many owners set their vans up for dogs, which suits the valley walking well. Filter for pet-friendly vehicles and check the owner’s policy. See dog-friendly campervan hire.
How far in advance should I book?
For summer, three to four months ahead — the nearest vehicles and the best-known campsites near Malham and Bolton Abbey go first. Off-season, a few weeks is usually enough.