Carlton
Places to stay in Carlton, North Yorkshire
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Carlton is a small South Yorkshire town with a straightforward appeal: a place to stay and eat while exploring the region. Two hotels offer conventional accommodation, while a pair of campsites—Apple Blossom Caravan and Camping Park (rated 4.9 from around 305 reviews) and Selby Camping Certificated Location (rated 4.8 from 38 reviews)—make it a natural base for caravanners and campers. The Bay Horse Accommodation and Odddfellows Hotel Bar and Grill both have good ratings and provide the core sleeping options.
This is the kind of town that serves as a practical stop rather than a destination in itself. The caravan parks suggest good connections for touring the wider Yorkshire region, and the food options mean you won't be searching far for a meal. If you're planning a longer stay in South Yorkshire, Carlton provides dependable places to rest and refuel.
Where to stay in Carlton(2)
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The Star
Barnsley Rd, Barnsley
Self Check in Apartment in Barnsley Central
Langdale Road, Barnsley
Travelodge Barnsley
Stairfoot Roundabout, Barnsley
Tropicana House
68 Cemetery Road, Barnsley
Premier Inn Barnsley Central M1 J37
Gateway Plaza, Barnsley
Burntwood Court Hotel
Common Road, Barnsley
Ibis Styles Barnsley
Whinby Road, Barnsley
Waterton Park Hotel
Walton Hall, Wakefield
Things to Do in Carlton
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Food and drink are well represented. Number 1 Barista stands out with a 4.9 rating from 43 reviews, while Homefarm Crafts and Rushy's Cafe both rate 4.8. The Davy Lamp offers more substantial fare at 4.3 from 390 reviews—a sign it draws steady custom. Odddfellows Hotel Bar and Grill combines lodging with dining, which may be useful if you want everything under one roof.
Attractions Near Carlton
All attractions in Carlton →Worth the trip — within 50 miles of Carlton.
1 mi
Barnsley Bowl
Barnsley · ⭐ 4.5
Playzone Barnsley
Barnsley · ⭐ 4.7
2 mi
Calypso Cove Waterpark
Barnsley · ⭐ 4.3
2 mi
Barnsley Metrodome Leisure Complex
Barnsley · ⭐ 4.3
2 mi
Cooper Gallery
Barnsley · ⭐ 4.6
Experience Barnsley
Barnsley · ⭐ 4.6
3 mi
Chocolate Experiences with JJA Snack
Barnsley · ⭐ 5.0
3 mi
Wacky Warehouse - Chestnut Tree
Barnsley · ⭐ 4.8
Camping in Carlton(2)
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Self-Catering Cottages in Carlton
All cottages in Carlton →Station House Retreat
3 bed · sleeps 5
Hodroyd Hall
3 bed · sleeps 8 · from £4,399
The Lambing Shed
1 bed · sleeps 2 · from £303
Yorkshire Cottage
2 bed · sleeps 3
Goosehill Fold
2 bed · sleeps 4
Hickleton Hall Estate
4 bed · sleeps 9 · from £957
Monkroyd House
3 bed · sleeps 8 · from £861
The Farmhouse
3 bed · sleeps 8 · from £977
Common questions about Carlton
How many campsites are there in Carlton?
We list 2 campsites in and around Carlton, of which 2 take tents and 1 offer glamping.
Are there dog-friendly campsites in Carlton?
Yes — 1 of the 2 campsites we list in Carlton accept dogs, including Selby Camping Certificated Location.
Which campsites in Carlton have electric hook-up?
2 of the 2 campsites we list in Carlton offer an electric hook-up.
Where can I stay in Carlton?
We list 2 hotels, B&Bs and guest houses in and around Carlton.
Where can I eat in Carlton?
We list 10 restaurants, pubs and cafes in and around Carlton.
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