Motorhome Hire in Northallerton
The county town of North Yorkshire, perfectly placed between the Yorkshire Dales and North York Moors. Collect your motorhome from Pontefract, around 55 minutes south.
Discover Northallerton
Northallerton by Motorhome
Northallerton is the county town of North Yorkshire and one of the finest bases for a motorhome holiday in the north of England. Sitting in the Vale of Mowbray between the Yorkshire Dales to the west and the North York Moors to the east, motorhome hire Northallerton puts two national parks within easy reach from a single base. The town itself is a handsome market town with one of the longest high streets in the north, a twice-weekly market dating back to the 13th century, and a relaxed atmosphere that makes it a pleasure to explore on foot. From our depot in Pontefract, the drive takes around 55 minutes up the A1(M), making Northallerton one of the quickest destinations to reach in our area coverage.
The High Street and Market Town Heritage
Northallerton's broad High Street stretches for nearly half a mile and is lined with independent shops, cafes, and restaurants. The town market trades every Wednesday and Saturday and has done since the 13th century, with stalls selling local produce, baked goods, and clothing. Bettys Tea Room has a branch on the High Street, offering the same quality of afternoon tea and cakes that has made the brand a Yorkshire institution. The town also hosts a regular farmers' market and seasonal events throughout the year. As the administrative centre of North Yorkshire, Northallerton has a quiet confidence about it, with well-maintained Georgian and Victorian buildings and a town centre that feels prosperous without being overrun by tourists. Browse our motorhome fleet and use Northallerton as your starting point for exploring the surrounding countryside.
Gateway to Two National Parks
What makes Northallerton stand out for motorhome holidays is its position between two of England's finest national parks. The North York Moors begin just 7 miles to the east, where the village of Osmotherley sits on the western edge of the national park. From Osmotherley, you can walk sections of the Cleveland Way or tackle the Lyke Wake Walk across the moors. To the west, the Yorkshire Dales are reached through Bedale and Leyburn, with Wensleydale's rolling valleys, waterfalls, and limestone scenery all within 30 minutes. The Wensleydale Railway runs from Northallerton station directly into the Dales, offering a scenic alternative to driving for a day out. This dual access to contrasting landscapes makes Northallerton a rare find for motorhome touring, where you can spend one day on heather moorland and the next walking beside a Dales waterfall.
Thirsk and Herriot Country
Thirsk is just 8 miles south of Northallerton and is the heart of Herriot Country, named after the beloved veterinary author James Herriot. The World of James Herriot museum at 23 Kirkgate occupies the actual house and surgery of Alf Wight, the real vet behind the books, with faithfully restored 1940s rooms and interactive exhibits. Thirsk itself is a pleasant market town with a cobbled marketplace and a good selection of independent shops. Thirsk Racecourse hosts flat racing from April through September, with a traditional atmosphere that larger courses often lack. The White Horse of Kilburn, a hillside chalk figure visible for miles, is a short drive east of Thirsk and offers a rewarding walk to the summit with panoramic views across the Vale of York.
Mount Grace Priory and Osmotherley
Mount Grace Priory, managed by English Heritage, sits about 8 miles north-east of Northallerton near the village of Osmotherley. It is the best-preserved Carthusian monastery in Britain, with one monk's cell fully reconstructed to show the solitary life these monks led. The priory is set in woodland gardens that are worth visiting in their own right, particularly in spring when the bluebells are out. Osmotherley village is a popular walking base with pubs, a tea room, and direct access to the Cleveland Way and the Lyke Wake Walk. The countryside around Osmotherley marks the transition from the gentle Vale of Mowbray to the dramatic escarpment of the North York Moors, and the change in landscape as you drive east from Northallerton is striking. Pack your walking gear alongside your motorhome packing essentials and make the most of the trails on your doorstep.
Our fleet is maintained to a high standard, with every motorhome thoroughly checked between hires. We want you to focus on enjoying your trip, not worrying about the vehicle. If anything does come up on the road, our breakdown cover is included as standard, and our team is always available by phone if you need advice or support.
Collecting a motorhome from Pontefract is simple and stress-free. Our depot is well signposted and easy to find, with good road connections in every direction. We handle all the paperwork quickly, and our walkthrough covers everything you need to know. Most customers are on the road within an hour of arriving, heading towards their first night's campsite.
Why Hire a Motorhome from Northallerton
Northallerton combines easy access from the A1(M) with a central position between two national parks and some of North Yorkshire's best market towns. Motorhome hire Northallerton gives you a base from which you can explore the Dales, the Moors, and the historic towns in between without long daily drives. Campervan hire Northallerton is equally practical for couples who want a smaller vehicle for the quieter lanes around Wensleydale and Osmotherley. The campsites around the area offer good facilities for motorhomes, and the town itself has supermarkets, fuel stations, and everything you need to stock up before heading into the countryside. Northallerton is at its best from spring through autumn, when the national parks are in full bloom and the outdoor markets are at their busiest.
Towns Near Northallerton
Osmotherley
7 miles
Bedale
7 miles
Thirsk
8 miles
Catterick
8 miles
Richmond
14 miles
Stokesley
14 miles
Where to Stay Near Northallerton
Cote Ghyll Caravan and Camping Park
A well-regarded site on the edge of Osmotherley village, about 7 miles east of Northallerton on the western edge of the North York Moors. Hardstanding pitches with electric hook-up suitable for motorhomes. Shower block, laundry, and chemical disposal. Direct access to walking trails including the Cleveland Way. Open March to October.
Pheasant Hill Caravan and Motorhome Park
Located at Burneston near Bedale, about 8 miles south-west of Northallerton. Purpose-built for caravans and motorhomes with hardstanding pitches and electric hook-up. Well-maintained facilities in a quiet rural setting. Good access to the Yorkshire Dales via Bedale and Leyburn.
Sentry Circle
A family and pet friendly site at Brompton on the Stokesley Road, just outside Northallerton. Offers pitches with views toward the North York Moors. The closest campsite to Northallerton town centre, making it convenient for supplies and the High Street market.
Motorhomes available in Northallerton
Choose from our carefully selected collection of modern motorhomes and campervans
Collect Your Motorhome
Northallerton is around 55 minutes from our Pontefract depot via the A1(M) northbound. The journey is almost entirely on motorway, making it a comfortable and straightforward drive in a motorhome. Our team provides a full vehicle walkthrough on collection day, typically around 45 minutes.
from our Pontefract depot
Common Questions About Motorhome Hire in Northallerton
What Our Customers Say
“Amazing from start to finish! The whole experience was smooth and stress-free. The team provided fast replies to all of our questions, which made everything so easy to organise. As it was our first time renting a motorhome, we weren’t sure what to expect, but they explained everything clearly and made us feel completely comfortable before setting off. The motorhome itself was spotless and well-equipped, making our trip even more enjoyable. We would definitely recommend this company to anyone thinking about hiring a motorhome, and we will absolutely be using them again in the future!”
“We recently hired a motorhome for a week-long holiday to Scotland and had a fantastic experience from start to finish. The motorhome was clean, well maintained, and fully equipped with everything we needed, making it feel like a home away from home. It was comfortable to drive and surprisingly spacious, with plenty of storage and a well-designed living area. The freedom a motorhome holiday gives you is unbeatable. We loved being able to change our plans at short notice, explore different castles, waterfalls and beach wake up to a new view each day. Setting up at campsites was straightforward, and the facilities onboard made travelling easy and stress-free. Overall, the week flew by and was a great way to relax and explore at our own pace. We would definitely recommend a motorhome holiday to anyone looking for flexibility, comfort, and a bit of adventure, and we have already booked to go again.”
“We had an absolutely amazing experience with Heaths Motorhome Hire. The camper van was spotless, modern, and clearly very well cared for, making our trip comfortable from the moment we set off. The service was outstanding from start to finish, with everything explained clearly and handled professionally. Ryan was always at the other end of the phone whenever we needed help, which gave us real peace of mind. Overall, it’s a fantastic company with brilliant customer service, and we wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Heaths Motorhome Company to anyone looking for a great motorhome experience. We will definitely use Heaths Motorhome Hire in the future.”
“I have just come back from 9 days in a Heaths Motorhome and would just like to complement Ryan on the level of service to myself . Any questions I had (which were a few) as I am not a user of motorhomes normally were answered promptly and satisfactorily , i also found his pricing very competitive. The whole process from the first contact to receiving my deposit back at the end was handled with efficiency and good spirit . I would have no hesitation in recommending Heaths Motorhome Hire to anyone thinking about it and good luck to Ryan in the future , I’ll be back when the need arises .”
“Had the best time driving in the motorhome in the Scottish highlands. Cold outside but lovely and cosy in the van. Would definitely recommend Ryan’s motorhomes. Top class customer service. Looked after us from start to finish. Will deffo book again next time.”
“We hired two motorhomes from Ryan to travel to St Ives for 7 days, we had the best time & the van's are great! So many features in them made our trip very easy & stress free. Ryan was super helpful & allowed us to extend our stay without a problem. We will be recommending to our friends & are looking forward to renting them again for our next trip away! Thanks again Ryan”
“This was out first experience of traveling away in a motorhome with zero previous experience. Ryan could not have been more helpful from the first time of taking the enquiry to the handover process. We did have a few questions about how certain things worked whilst we were away and he responded immediately without any fuss. Ryan could not have done any more and went above and beyond what we ever expected to make our experience as simple, easy and enjoyable as possible. First class service from start to finish would definitely have no hesitation in recommending and we are already trying to plan our next motorhome holiday with Heaths Motorhomes!”
“This was the first time we had hired a mobile home. Ryan made this an easy experience, with full demonstration of the features and phone back up if required. He also offered plenty of good advise for our trip. The home was in spotless, well equipped and was perfect for our needs. Collection and drop off was easy and very close to the A1. We will certainly use Heaths Motorhomes again.”
“Top service from Ryan, Very helpful from start to finish. Myself and my wife hired the motorhome for our trip around the NC500, Everything was very clean and easy to use straight away. Ryan was only a phone call or Message away if we needed any advise. Would highly recommend using Heaths Motorhome Hire for any occasion”
“We rented one of Healths luxury motorhomes for a month. The motorhome was beautiful, clean and spacious and very comfortable to drive and we should know as we drove more than 2500 miles around europe. Me, my husband, our 14yr old son and our dog enjoyed everything about the motorhome. It had everything we needed for our epic family adventure. Now moving on to Ryan, the owner of this small company, from day 1 (back in January) he's been very responsive to ALL my messages, before the collection he sent us alot of information ready for our holiday, during the month of rental he has been on hand as and when we needed him and when my handbag was stolen with our passports in, he showed nothing but empathy and sympathy and went out of his way to make everything less stressful for us. I'm extremely greatful for his exceptional service and personal attitude.”
“I cannot thank Ryan and Heaths Motorhome hire enough, it was a long time in the making to surprise my partner for his 40th Birthday. We have just got back from our trip in Wales and it was fantastic! The motorhome was immaculate, communication prior, in the week leading up and during our trip was amazing! Ryan was hands on, when we needed anything even though he was on a family holiday himself. The whole experience was one we will never forget and we’re already planning our next trip! Could not recommend Heaths Motorhome hire enough, simply amazing! Thank you so much!”
“Hired a motorhome from Ryan for 5 nights Wow! What a way to make a trip. As avid campers we decided to take the plunge and hire a motorhome to and a bit of comfort to our lakes trip with our 8 year old, and it couldn’t have made it anymore perfect! It had everything we could possible need and more. It was also incredibly spacious and our son loved the ceiling bed and we all had a great nights sleep. Having so much storage was a big bonus and it was super cosy inside at night. The entire process of hiring and collecting was super easy and Ryan was constantly on hand to check if we needed anything or had any questions. I cannot recommend enough, already deciding where we can go next and hire again!”
“After an incredible 3000-mile European road trip with the family, I can't recommend Heath's Motorhome Hire enough. We traveled all the way from the UK to Stockholm, Sweden, crossing the impressive Øresund Bridge and making memorable stops at Öland and Lake Vättern. Along the way, we drove through and stayed in six other countries—Holland, Germany, Denmark, Luxembourg, Belgium, and France—and our motorhome was absolutely faultless the entire time. The motorhome was meticulously maintained and provided the perfect, comfortable base for our travels. The interior was so cozy, allowing us to get some well-deserved rest after long days of driving and sightseeing. A huge thank you to Ryan for making this unforgettable trip possible. His service was exceptional, responsive, supportive, knowledgeable, everything you need! We'll definitely be booking with him again for our next adventure!”
“We have just got back from an amazing time on the South Coast, The Motorhome was immaculate and Ryan was always on hand if we needed anything. We had 4 kids with us so I wasn’t sure what to expect but the kids had the most amazing time and loved motorhome life. Highly recommend and we will definitely book again.”
“Our first time renting a motorhome and honestly, we couldn't have found a better company to do it with. Everything has been so easy. From the booking to the collection and drop off. The orientation session was a really great service and allowed a novice like me to get an understanding of everything. Communication has been first class all the way through with Ryan and you just know he's there if you need him (which, because of the quality of the vehicle and the orientation session, weren't needed). Can't recommend Heaths enough. If you're considering hiring a motorhome, don't look anywhere else. Trust me.”
“First class service from Ryan, very helpful from the get go. We hired one of his motorhomes for a trip to Silverstone for my husband and daughter, a 6 birth for 2 definitely gave them both plenty of space, everything was very clean and easy to use. Ryan was only a phone call away if needed but everything ran smoothly. Will be booking it again for next yeas trip”
“Amazing holiday to Scotland, the van was huge, with everything we needed and more. Can’t give enough stars. Thanks for helping us finally get the NC500 ticked off our list.”
“Amazing van and service from Ryan. Top spec camper van hire with great comms, hand over and overall experience. We will be recommending to all our friends and family.”
“Back from our first motorhome trip as a family of 4 around South Wales and what a week it was! I was pleasantly surprised at how comfortable the Motorhome is with plenty of storage space (even for an overpacker like myself). The van has all the amenities you need and more. Ryan was absolutely amazing explaining everything and quickly replying to our many questions before and during the trip. We will definitely be booking through this company again and I would highly recommend. Thanks for making our first motorhome adventure a success!”
“We’ve just come home from a wonderful week away! The van was very modern, clean and well equipped. Ryan was a great host, nothing was too much trouble for our 121 questions 😂 We have already had people ask us about hiring and I hope as many people enjoy this kind of experience! Heaths Motorhomes is the way to do it!”
“OG FRIENDLY 🐾 ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ We took a chance on hiring a motorhome for our Scotland road trip – just me, the husband, and one of our dogs – and honestly, we’re now completely converted (pun fully intended). From start to finish, it was a dream. Comfort was top of the list – we clocked up 5–6 hour drives with zero numb bums or backache. The convertible bed? Surprisingly lush! We’ve done Aussie motorhome trips before and this was in a different league – spacious enough for both of us to sleep soundly without an elbow in the face. The motorhome was spotless, well laid out, and had way more storage than we expected – and we didn’t even fill half of it. Bug blinds on every window and door meant we could let the breeze in without inviting in the midges. Dog friendly? Absolutely – and that’s a non-negotiable for us. Lily was living her best life. Customer service was brilliant. Ryan was helpful from the start and incredibly responsive with any questions we had. Nothing was too much trouble, and he was really accommodating to our specific needs. He came highly recommended by a trusted mechanic mate, so we didn’t even shop around – and I’m so glad we went with him. We’ve now discovered that motorhome life is very much for us. I’m a bit of a snob and my husband has mild OCD, so it’s luxury motorhome hire or nothing from here on out. Ryan, you’ve set the bar!!”
“We had a wonderful holiday touring Scotland in a Heaths motor home, staying in Loch Lommond, Isle of Skye, Dornoch, Stirling and Falkirk, finally landing back in England with a couple of days in Bamburgh. The van was an absolute delight to drive and live in for the 12 day tour and Ryan went above and beyond from start to finish, explaining the workings of the vehicle with back up videos. We are already planning next year with a tour of the south coast! Highly recommended.”
“Just had a week in Scotland in 1 of the camper vans. The van was very clean and had everything we needed. Heaths made everything run smoothly from pick up to drop off. I have recommend them to all my friends and family and will be using them again.”
“Hired 2 vans off Ryan for 2 families to take a trip to south of France for 2 weeks, and the whole experience was amazing! Ryan was so helpful right from the first message and especially whilst away learning the ropes of how to work everything Vans come fully stocked with everything needed, even cleaning products- all insurance breakdown etc covered which meant we could just pick it up and off we go! First time doing anything like this and I'm sure it won't be the last! Thank you for everything 😊”
Start Your Northallerton Adventure
Browse our premium fleet of motorhomes and discover the freedom of the open road. Perfect for exploring Northallerton and beyond.