News

17 September 2026

MEET DIGBY! 🦕📚💚

We have something rather special available from Reception at St Helens in the Park, and there’s a lovely story behind it. Lost for a Year is a charming children’s book aimed at younger readers, with an extra bit of fun along the way – a “Find Digby” challenge on every page! 🦕 And this is […]

17 September 2026

IT’S HERE! Introducing the NEW St Helens in the Park App!

Your St Helens holiday just got even easier! Whether you’re planning your stay, already pitched up with us, or looking forward to your next visit, our brand-new St Helens in the Park app puts everything you need right at your fingertips. Your complete holiday & park guide Discover upcoming events and activities Find special offers […]

1 September 2026

Your autumn escape just got 25% better

Your autumn escape just got 25% better… 🍂 Cosy pod, crisp autumn mornings and the beautiful North Yorkshire countryside right on your doorstep. Sounds pretty good to us! 🧡 This autumn, enjoy 25% OFF midweek pod stays at St Helens in the Park. 🍁 Monday–Thursday 🍁 Minimum 2-night stay 🍁 Cosy, heated camping pods 🍁 […]

24 August 2026

TEAM ST HELENS ARE TAKING ON THE INFLATABLE 5K!

On the 26th September, team St Helens will be heading to York to take on the Inflatable 5K, all to raise as much money as we possibly can for Macmillan Cancer Support. And when we say inflatable… we’re talking giant obstacles, slides, tunnels, bouncy castles and probably a fair amount of undignified scrambling! Thanks to […]

1 July 2026

Save 25% on Midweek Summer Camping Pod Stays

Looking for an affordable family getaway this summer? We’ve got the perfect excuse to escape to the countryside. For a limited time, we’re offering 25% off all midweek camping pod stays at St Helens in the Park, making it even easier to enjoy a relaxing break in the heart of North Yorkshire. Your Summer Escape […]

25 June 2026

A 50th Party to Remember

Fifty years. Countless memories. One unforgettable weekend. Earlier this month, we celebrated 50 years of St Helens in the Park, and what a celebration it was! With almost 600 guests joining us across the weekend, it was a milestone we’ll never forget. Our spectacular 1970s-themed celebrations saw guests arrive in everything from flares and flower […]

21 May 2026

Meet The Bees!

Join our resident beekeeper Tony — an experienced beekeeper of 4 years and member of the British Beekeepers Association — for a fascinating hands-on experience learning all about bees and beekeeping. You’ll even have the opportunity to try on a bee suit and meet the bees up close! Starts this Saturday 23rd May and will […]

21 May 2026

Mp Plants Tree At St Helens In The Park!

We were delighted to welcome Alison Hume on a whistle-stop tour of the Dawnay Estates and her first stop was right here at St Helen’s in the Park Caravan and Camping where she had a look round and planted a tree kindly donated by Wykeham Mature Plants Alison told us it was her very first […]

7 May 2026

St Helens In The Park Merchandise Available!

We’ve got something a little bit exciting in reception… 👀 To celebrate our 50th year we have a good range of St Helens in the Park merchandise now available! From mugs and teddies to clothing, keyrings and pens… perfect little keepsakes (or gifts 👀) to remember your stay with us. More to come including tote […]

16 April 2026

Community At The Heart Of St Helens In The Park

On Tuesday and Wednesday we welcomed some of the Y5/Y6 children from Hackness and Wykeham Church of England Schools Federation to St Helens in the Park to learn all about our Solar Project ☀️ They had the chance to see the solar panels up close and even touch them, while Simon talked them through how […]

23 March 2026

Leave your mark at St Helens In The Park … for the next 50+ years

As part of our 50 Trees for 50 Years campaign, we’re inviting you to sponsor a tree and be part of something really special! This is about celebrating 50 years of St Helens in the Park, while doing something meaningful for the environment at the same time. Each sponsored tree will be planted here on […]

23 March 2026

Easter Fun Day at St Helens in the Park

Join us for a fantastic family Easter Fun Day here at St Helens in the Park on Saturday 4th April from 11am–3pm, packed with activities for little ones and plenty of Easter fun!We are fully booked for caravans but we do still have a couple of pods available if you’re quick.Local to the area? You’re […]

14 January 2026

We’re in the Yorkshire Post!

Following the incredible news that we’ve recently been awarded AA Campsite of the Year – England & Overall 2025/2026, the Yorkshire Post got in touch to feature us in a piece and we couldn’t be more proud. You can read the full article here: The Yorkshire Post

9 January 2026

Hitch & Brew Is Open !

We might be closed… but Hitch & Brew is still very much OPEN While we’re on our annual break, you can still pop in and enjoy the usual delights of our onsite cafe as usual PLEASE NOTE: The barrier will be locked, so please use the car park You’re more than welcome to check on your vansQuiet site, great […]

5 December 2025

A Special Milestone: The 42nd Edition of Dawnay News Is Here

We’re delighted to share that Dawnay Estates have now packaged over 1,000 copies of the 42nd Edition of Dawnay News, Winter 2025, and they’ll be heading out in the post today. This edition is an especially memorable one, celebrating 50 years of St Helens in the Park and our recognition as the AA’s England and […]

27 November 2025

Another Award Win!

WE’VE ONLY GONE AND DONE IT AGAIN 🎉 Just a few weeks after being crowned AA Campsite of the Year England, we sre so proud to now be awarded Best Family Campsite in the North East and Top Dog Award Runner Up for 2025 by Campsites.co.uk! Massive thank you to everyone who continues to enjoy us […]

24 November 2025

Bedale View Lodge has midweek availability throughout December!

Our weekend breaks have been completely snapped up, but you can still enjoy a magical midweek Christmassy escape before the festive rush begins. Available midweek dates: • 1–4 December • 8–11 December • 15–18 December Set within our AA Award-Winning Campsite — Overall Winner for England 2025/2026 — this is the perfect spot to unwind, […]

10 November 2025

AA England & Overall Campsite of the Year 2025/26!

St Helens in the Park has been crowned AA England & Overall Campsite of the Year 2025/26! Following our recent annual inspection by the AA, this prestigious award recognises excellence in our facilities, customer experience, and the dedication of our amazing team. Simon Roe Campsite Manager “We are so proud to be setting the standard […]

3 November 2025

Electricity In The Camping Field

You ask, we deliver We’ve had so many requests for electricity in the tent field… and guess what?! We’ve put electricity in the tent field! Just another way we listen to your ideas and feedback! Always going above and beyond to improve what we offer here at St Helens in the Park

23 September 2025

October Half Term 🎃

🎃👻 HALLOWEEN TRAIL 👻🎃 🕸️ FREE ACTIVITY – ALL WELCOME 🕸️ 📅 Wednesday 29th October – Sunday 2nd November 📍 Trail sheets available from Reception ✨ Take part in our spooky trail and enjoy a frightfully fun adventure this half-term! But that’s not all… 🦇 Little Explorer Squad Halloween activities 🍬 Café Costume Party A […]

16 September 2025

Fundraising Update!

10 September 2025

A Look Back at a Fantastic Summer at St Helens in the Park

  A Look Back at a Fantastic Summer at St Helens in the Park What a summer it has been here at St Helens in the Park! From long sunny days to evenings filled with laughter, and good company, it’s been a truly memorable season. This year, we’ve had so many exciting moments to celebrate. […]

25 June 2025

Bedale View Lodge Is Now Dog Friendly!

Pawsome News! Always wanted to book a stay at Bedale View Lodge but didn’t want to leave your four-legged friend behind? Now you don’t have to! We’re officially dog friendly Bring up to two dogs along to enjoy the full Bedale View experience – complete with a 10-acre dog walking field, a dog wash, and […]

25 June 2025

Block 4, Our Newly Refurbished Facilities Block, Now Open!

Our long awaited, newly refurbished and final block to have a makeover, had its wonderful grand opening on Monday 16th June. Lord and Lady Downe attended and Lady Downe officially declared this wonderful new addition to our campsite open by cutting the ribbon!