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This is the route that we did with <a href="https://www.stage1cycles.co.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Stage 1 Cycles</a>.

We set-off from Hawes and started the ascent of The Buttertubs, which was part of Stage 1 of the Tour de France when it started in Yorkshire.

The climb is quite steep (17-25% in places!) and so the kids were taken by mini-bus to near the top.

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A trail or route for hiking, cycling, or even canoeing.

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This is the route that we did with <a href="https://www.stage1cycles.co.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Stage 1 Cycles</a>.

We set-off from Hawes and started the ascent of The Buttertubs, which was part of Stage 1 of the Tour de France when it started in Yorkshire.

The climb is quite steep (17-25% in places!) and so the kids were taken by mini-bus to near the top.

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Stage 1 Cycles to Usha Gap Campsite over The Buttertubs

North Yorkshire is a very large county in England and includes some amazing scenery and places to get out with the kids.

Browse below for family-friendly campsites, places to stay, places to visit, and things to do with the kids in North Yorkshire.

North Yorkshire

Stage 1 Cycles in North Yorkshire provide bike hire, bike tours, bike sales, bike equipment, and bike servicing. You can also get refreshments in the Firebox Cafe.

A Wensleydale Bike Tour with Stage 1 Cycles

This is the summit of Great Shunner Fell, part of the North Yorkshire 3 Peaks Hiking Challenge.

Great Shunner Fell - North Yorkshire 3 Peaks Hiking Challenge

This is the route we took with <a href="https://www.stage1cycles.co.uk" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Stage 1 Cycles</a> from our stay over at Usha Gap campsite.

We went along the country lanes and then the Swale Trail, finishing up in Reeth for ice cream!

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The route is mainly along quiet country roads, gravel tracks, and a little bit of grass.

As you can see from the elevation, it is mostly downhill, though there are few climbs to encourage your kids up.

If you want to do this route but you can't bring your own bikes, remember that you can hire bikes for all the family from <a href="https://www.stage1cycles.co.uk" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Stage 1 Cycles</a>.

This is the route we took with <a href="https://www.stage1cycles.co.uk" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Stage 1 Cycles</a> from our stay over at Usha Gap campsite.

We went along the country lanes and then the Swale Trail, finishing up in Reeth for ice cream!

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The route is mainly along quiet country roads, gravel tracks, and a little bit of grass.

As you can see from the elevation, it is mostly downhill, though there are few climbs to encourage your kids up.

If you want to do this route but you can't bring your own bikes, remember that you can hire bikes for all the family from <a href="https://www.stage1cycles.co.uk" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Stage 1 Cycles</a>.

Usha Gap Campsite to Reeth along the Swale Trail

Usha Gap campsite is nestled in the beautiful Yorkshire Dales.

Firepits are available (no charge), and so you can enjoy a campfire under the Dark Skies of North Yorkshire.

The campsite is based on a working farm. Note that the site doesn’t yet have Electric Hook-ups though please check the Usha Gap website as that may change very soon.

There’s also a 2 bedroom cottage available.

Usha Gap Caravans & Camping

We're a basic family-run campsite, set on a working farm in Wensleydale. Our camping fields are set on the edge of the village of Askrigg, where you'll find a playpark, deli, pubs and a small shop. There are many local footpaths and cycle trails, many of them passable with a pushchair. Many campers are choosing to do sections of the stage1 Tour de France route from 2014.

We're in the Yorkshire Dales National Park, where there's so much to see and do.


#### Family Wild Camping Experiences

We also provide wild camping experiences, completely off the grid.
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It's a beautiful little walled wood - we help with navigation (it's only 1 vertical mile away) and we can transport as much or as little equipment there as required by people. It's child-friendly, we allow campfires and there's so much to do - den building, a small river, bivvying, exploring etc. We even transport people up there by tractor-trailer if they fancy an adventure. 
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We're a basic family-run campsite, set on a working farm in Wensleydale. Our camping fields are set on the edge of the village of Askrigg, where you'll find a playpark, deli, pubs and a small shop. There are many local footpaths and cycle trails, many of them passable with a pushchair. Many campers are choosing to do sections of the stage1 Tour de France route from 2014.

We're in the Yorkshire Dales National Park, where there's so much to see and do.

<h4>Family Wild Camping Experiences</h4>
We also provide wild camping experiences, completely off the grid.
<img src="https://www.getoutwiththekids.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/Wild-Camping-Location.jpeg" alt="Wild Camping Location" />
It's a beautiful little walled wood - we help with navigation (it's only 1 vertical mile away) and we can transport as much or as little equipment there as required by people. It's child-friendly, we allow campfires and there's so much to do - den building, a small river, bivvying, exploring etc. We even transport people up there by tractor-trailer if they fancy an adventure. 
<img src="https://www.getoutwiththekids.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/Taking-the-the-gear-to-the-wild-camp.jpeg" alt="Transporting gear to the Wild Camp location" />

Askrigg Camping

This is the summit of Archy Styrigg (Gregory Chapel), part of the Cumbria and North Yorkshire 3 Peaks Hiking Challenge.

Archy Styrigg (Gregory Chapel) - Cumbria and North Yorkshire 3 Peaks Hiking Challenge

This is the summit of High Seat, which is part of the Cumbria and North Yorkshire 3 Peaks Hiking Challenge

High Seat - Cumbria and North Yorkshire 3 Peaks Hiking Challenge

Street Head is a friendly, family-run site in the heart of the <a href="http://www.yorkshiredales.org.uk" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Yorkshire Dales National Park</a>. After a warm Yorkshire welcome we encourage visitors to relax and enjoy their stay. We live in the cottage on the park and can be contacted at any time should it be necessary.

All the basics are covered, with clean facilities, covered washing up room and laundry with free hot water in all the basins/sinks.
The camping field a large, mostly sloping to some degree (so pitch carefully) with great views of the surrounding hills, there's room to spread out and allow children to play especially at quieter times.

Straight from the campsite there are some great quiet routes for little legs on foot or trying out their bikes, with streams for stone skimming and dam building and waterfalls a plenty.

The campsite is ideally located as a central base to a variety of well know landmarks, with a fabulous network of well maintained footpaths and cycle routes (even the Tour du France visited in 2014). As for local attractions, don't miss the weird and wonderful <a href="http://www.theforbiddencorner.co.uk" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Forbidden Corner</a>, take in some local history at <a href="http://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/Attraction_Review-g635919-d1449607-Reviews-Bolton_Castle-Leyburn_North_Yorkshire_England.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Bolton Castle</a> or get a taste for the Dales at <a href="http://www.wensleydale.co.uk" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Hawes Creamery</a> (home of the Wensleydale Cheese - Gromit!).

Street Head Caravan Park

Wensleydale Camping at Aysgarth Falls offers you the unique opportunity to truly get back to nature in beautiful 30-acre woodland and open nature reserve St Joseph's Wood is at the heart of the Yorkshire Dales National Park.

Just minutes away from the famous Aysgarth Falls 3-tier Waterfalls within peaceful clearings, you are able to relax and enjoy the freedom of fresh air and open spaces in this rare back to nature experience. A highly accessible location only close to the main footpath route at Aysgarth Falls. Overlook panoramic views of Wensleydale and Penhill heights.

Freely wander through the trees to gather firewood, build your own open fire and BBQ. Why not have a sing-a-long around the campfire toasting marshmallows and sharing campfire tales? No 'lights-out' means you can enjoy the outdoor camping experience long into the night - or stay up and explore with a night-time treasure hunt. Children are free to use their imagination to enjoy woodland adventures such as hide and seek, shelter making, treasure hunt, making bows and arrows or where ever their imagination takes them! 

The woodland is full of native fauna and wildlife including wild deer so keep your eyes peeled for them grazing under the trees!
Perfect for families or family groups. Very popular for themed parties, birthdays, sleepovers, family reunions and get-togethers, pre-wedding celebrations and outdoor activity holidays.  

Key Features:
•	Private 30 acre woodland with stunning views
•	Next to Aysgarth Falls Water Falls
•	Family-friendly; Children of all ages welcome
•	Open fires 
•	Ball games 
•	No 'Lights-Out'
•	Music / Instruments 
•	Chemi-loo
•	Cold mains water drinking tap 
•	Mobile networks (all major) provide minimum 2G coverage
•	Familiarisation visits welcome
•	Open all year round

Local Amenities:
•	The Aysgarth Falls Hotel, Aysgarth (Public House)
•	The Wheatsheaf, Carperby (Public House)
•	The George & Dragon, Aysgarth (Public House)
•	Aysgarth Garage, Aysgarth (Fuel Station, Garage, Shop and Off License)
•	Village Shop, West Burton 
•	Doctors Surgery, Aysgarth

Wensleydale Camping at Aysgarth Falls

This is the summit of Whernside, part of the Cumbria and North Yorkshire 3 Peaks Hiking Challenge

Stage 1 Cycles to Usha Gap Campsite over The Buttertubs

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