Filey

Filey

A hidden gem in enchanting North Yorkshire, Filey is a truly captivating place to visit, and you certainly won't be disappointed with a holiday at a Filey caravan park. But just what is it about Filey that keeps visitors coming back time and time again?

Why Book A Caravan Holiday In Filey?

Could it be the five miles of golden sands? The town's distinctive, brightly coloured beach huts? Or maybe it's the historic promenade? The simply stunning views? Could it be the traditional fish and chips and ice cream parlours the town boasts? The perfect location close to North York Moors National Park and a whole host of activities and attractions?  

The answer is all of the above! 

The town has something for everyone, so whether you're on a Filey caravan holiday with family and friends or on a romantic break with that special someone, it ticks all the boxes.  

Thanks to its enduring popularity, the town has a brilliant selection of caravan parks in and around the local area to choose from, which cater for every taste and budget, from parks with on-site entertainment, swimming pools, and clubhouses to more secluded and chilled out sites where the surroundings speak for themselves - and just about everything in between. Choose from locations such as Blue Dolphin Holiday Park and Crows Nest Caravan Park in Filey or nearby destinations such as Cayton Bay Caravan Park and Blackwood Daley Forest. 

Things To Do In Filey

If you fancy getting close to nature, visiting Filey Bird Garden and Animal Park is a must when staying at a caravan park in Filey. Ideal for a family outing, the award-winning attraction has everything from pigs, goats, horses, donkeys and sheep to more exotic meerkats, wallabies, alpacas, snakes, parrots and chipmunks. There are feeding times throughout the day, an interactive nature quiz and a treasure hunt to keep the kids entertained.  

There is an outdoor play area, an adventure trail, and delightful open spaces, including formal gardens, a sensory garden and a secret garden, where you can be at one with your surroundings and enjoy the tranquillity. The park is dog-friendly, and there is a café and gift shop on-site and designated picnic areas. 

Filey is an excellent base to explore the North York Moors National Park, which covers 1,436 square kilometres of beautiful landscapes between Scarborough, Thirsk, and Teeside. Known for its stunning moorland, which turns purple in the summer as the heather comes into flower, there is everything here, from coastal walks along the 26 miles of Jurassic coastline, where you can take in the outstanding sea views, to energetic rambles over hills and dales, where you can enjoy the dramatic mountainous scenery.  

There are ancient monuments and ruins along the way, which help bring the region's history to life. The moorland is a designated Site of Special Scientific Interest. It is home to various breeding birds, including red grouse, curlew, and golden plover. The UK's smallest bird of prey, the moorland merlin, makes its home here. Just remember your binoculars! 

Getting out and about exploring couldn't be more accessible from Filey, with towns such as Scarborough, Bridlington, Pickering and even York all within driving distance and well worth a day out. If you've got a taste for a trip to the beach, then other beaches to check out close to Filey include Cayton Bay, Scarborough North Bay, Bridlington, Danes Dyke and Fraisthorpe.  

What more could you ask for? It is a bustling seaside resort with beautiful beaches, great walks and hikes, loads of activities and attractions, tasty food and a warm welcome. A Filey caravan holiday could be the best holiday you ever book.