A ban on motorhome parking in popular North Yorkshire spots looks set to continue this Easter, as the local council considers whether to make a temporary restriction permanent.
North Yorkshire Council introduced an overnight ban on motorhomes at a trio of popular locations in 2024: Scarborough North Bay (Royal Albert Drive); the A171 at Sandsend, and Cayton Bay (Osgodby Road southern end and Filey Road).
The restrictions – which the council says were introduced following “a number of complaints and serious safety concerns” – prohibit anyone in a motorhome or campervan from parking between the hours of 11pm and 7am. Motorhomes and campervans continue to be allowed to stay in these areas at other times.
However, a report from the council at the start of March suggests that user feedback – which can be given via the council’s website – has highlighted major opposition to the ban, with more than 2500 respondents – primarily motorhome owners – describing it themselves as “strongly objecting” to it. A decision on the ban – including whether to make it permanent – is expected to be made soon.
If you’re planning to visit the area – popular thanks to its proximity to numerous beautiful beaches, and the North Yorkshire Moors – in your motorhome or campervan, there are a number of sites that have featured in our Top 100 Sites Guides (where the UK’s best motorhome sites are voted for by our readers) that can be considered. These include Crows Nest Caravan Park, which is handily located between Scarborough and Filey, as well as Killerby Old Hall, near Scarborough.
You could also stay at one of our Nightstops, including South Moor Farm, which is just 12 miles from the coast.
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