The Holmans left their hometown 10 years ago to enjoy a better way of life running a campsite in Yorkshire
Ideal for enjoying the wonders of nature, Meadow Falls is a relaxing retreat in a popular area of North Yorkshire renowned for its waterfalls and caves. The campsite has hardstanding pitches with electric hook-up and fully serviced pitches. Along with the usual campsite facilities there is a children’s play area and a magical Fairy Dell in the woods that’s not just for children! Meadow Falls is also dog friendly, with a 200-metre dog walk and a warm shower for cleaning off after a day’s exploring.
For things to do you can enjoy an adventurous climb up the great Yorkshire Three Peaks, explore the Ingleton waterfall trail, take a dip in the village outdoor pool, explore White Scar Caves, or take a relaxing stroll through the woods looking for local wildlife.
There are plenty of local shops, pubs and restaurants in the village, as well.
Owners, Liz and Dave Holman, tell us more.
How long have you been running your campsite?
We moved to Ingleton, North Yorkshire, from Knutsford, Cheshire in 2015. We decided to leave our home town to start a new life with our young children.
What made you want to own and run a campsite?
After spending most weekends away in our touring caravan, we found ourselves dreaming of leaving the town life behind. We brainstormed around a campfire with a glass or two of wine, when the answer was staring us right in the face. Don’t just holiday on the campsite, run it.
What did you do before becoming the owners of this site?
Dave had his own courier company, office-based, distributing parcels. Liz had her own beauty salon, which wasn’t fitting well around the children.
What do you like most about being a campsite owner?
The whole family has totally embraced the freedom of being in the outdoors, and we all feel that our lives have changed massively for the better.
The children have become confident, sociable and willing to help. We have all experienced amazing wonders of nature, and become fitter for it.
What are the biggest challenges you face?
We can’t be everywhere at all times. We love being hands-on and we love helping others. We just wish we had five sets of hands. Sometimes you have a mop in one hand, a phone in the other, while quickly mowing a pitch ready for an impen
