Touring park · Hesket Newmarket · Cumbria

Riverside Tourer Park

Small adults-only touring park on the River Caldew at the northern edge of the Lakes, all hardstanding with electric, open all year at one flat rate.

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Dogs welcome
Adults only

Riverside Tourer Park is run by John and Gill Bell at Millhouse, near Hesket Newmarket, just outside the Lake District National Park boundary on the quiet northern side. It began in 1997 as a five-van Caravan and Motorhome Club certificated location and later gained a second area, the Millrace, so non-members can stay too. Both areas have level hardstanding pitches with 10 amp hook-ups, and the site is for adults only.

The River Caldew and Gillcambon Beck run along much of the boundary, with a lawned bank to sit on, and the Northern Fells start about two miles away. Facilities are small and private: a toilet and a free shower in a heated cabin, fresh water, waste and chemical disposal points on both areas, and free wifi. The site takes bookings by phone or a web form rather than a booking engine. Well-behaved dogs are welcome on a short lead, and there is no kids' play, so it is a place for a quiet stop.

Adults-only, open all year
Every pitch is hardstanding with 10 amp electric
Riverbank lawn on the River Caldew
Northern Fells walking starts two miles away
One flat nightly rate, no bank holiday supplement in 2026

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OpenAll year

Arrive / leaveFrom 12:00 / by 11:30

DogsYes

Campfires

PoolNone

ElectricYes

Prices

Single price for both areas. Pitch fee includes hardstanding, 10 amp hook-up, lighting, toilet, shower and wifi, for up to two adults. Units under 8m (26ft). No bank holiday supplement in 2026. Two dogs free.

When is it cheapest?

One night for two adults in the millrace hardstanding pitch, every night of the next year. Tap a day to price it.

CheapestDearestClosed

October 2026 from £32

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November 2026 from £32

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December 2026 from £32

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January 2027 from £32

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February 2027 from £32

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March 2027 from £32

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April 2027 from £32

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May 2027 from £32

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June 2027 from £32

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July 2027 from £32

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August 2027 from £32

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September 2027 from £32

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The full price list we hold (2026)

Seasons

Bank holiday weekends (minimum stays apply): Bank holiday weekends

Rates

For	Season	Nights	Price
millrace, cl	Any	Any	£30 pitch_night, incl. 2 adults

People

Adult 18: £6 night

Extras

Other: £2 night (Large outfit supplement: twin axle or 8m (26ft) and over)
Awning: £1 night (Only if the awning overlaps onto grass; free on hardstanding)
Dog: £1 night (Per dog beyond the first two, which are free)
Extra car: £1 night (Second car (first is free) or a trailer for a smart car or bikes)
Wifi: £0 night (Free site wifi, not for streaming)

Minimum stays

3 nights (bank_holidays): Easter and early May bank holiday weekends and August: 3 nights including Fri, Sat, Sun
4 nights (bank_holidays): Spring (late May) bank holiday: 4 nights including Fri, Sat, Sun

Deposit: A BACS deposit may be asked for at booking but is often waived for regulars. Full charge if cancelled within 7 days of arrival or on a no-show.

Source: riverside-tourer-park.com, checked 2026-10-20. Always confirm the price when you book.

Places to stay

Millrace hardstanding pitch

Pitch · 9 of them

Hardstanding
Electric 10A
For caravan, motorhome, campervan

Open to non-members and members of any club. Units of 8m (26ft) and over pay a large-outfit supplement. Tents are not mentioned anywhere on the site.

CL area hardstanding pitch

Pitch · 5 of them

Hardstanding
Electric 10A
For caravan, motorhome, campervan

Caravan and Motorhome Club certificated location, five units for club members; same price as the Millrace. Overflow goes to the Millrace.

Rules

Dogs: Yes · on leads
No dangerous breeds or aggressive dogs; no persistent barking; never left alone on site; lead no longer than 3m; no ball games
First two dogs free, £1 a night for each further dog.
Fires: Not stated on the pages read.
Pool: None
Ages: Adults only
Arrival: From 12:00
Cancellation: Charged in full if cancelled or shortened within 7 days of arrival, or on no-show.
Also: Motorhomes must stay off the grass
Also: Reserve your pitch with a label if you take the van out for the day

Facilities

Washing and toilets

Toilets
Showers (Free)
Hot water

Pitches and power

Electric hook-up
Hardstanding pitches
Drinking water
Chemical toilet disposal
Grey waste
Motorhome service point
EV charging (no)
WiFi (Free)
Mobile signal (Good)

Food and drink

Things to do

Play area (no)
Fishing

Around the site

Walk to a pub (no)
Bus stop nearby (no)
Cycle route access
Recycling

Only facilities we've confirmed are shown. Crossed out means confirmed not available.

Location

Rose Garth, Millhouse, Hesket Newmarket, Hesket Newmarket, CA7 8HR

Nearest pubThe Old Crown1.5 miles
Nearest stationDalston8.1 miles

Directions in Google Maps

Questions people ask

Are dogs allowed at Riverside Tourer Park?

Yes, dogs are welcome. No dangerous breeds or aggressive dogs; no persistent barking; never left alone on site; lead no longer than 3m; no ball games.

When is Riverside Tourer Park open?

All year.

How much does it cost to stay at Riverside Tourer Park?

From £32 a night for two adults, the lowest price we can find over the next year. Single price for both areas. Pitch fee includes hardstanding, 10 amp hook-up, lighting, toilet, shower and wifi, for up to two adults. Units under 8m (26ft). No bank holiday supplement in 2026. Two dogs free.

Does Riverside Tourer Park have a swimming pool?

No.

Does Riverside Tourer Park have electric hook-ups?

Yes.

Is there WiFi at Riverside Tourer Park?

Free.

Is Riverside Tourer Park adults only?

Yes.