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If you enjoy the outdoor lifestyle, Gateforth Park is the perfect place to spend your retirement. And you might just find your ideal home on one of our Lakeside plots. Wherever you choose to live on our 45-acre gated site, you’ll enjoy the peace and tranquillity of...

Have you ever imagined waking up to rolling countryside views, knowing your home requires minimal upkeep whilst offering maximum comfort? For many over-50s across Yorkshire, this dream is becoming a delightful reality through residential park homes – and maybe 2026...

When searching online for 'residential park homes near me', it's the start of a journey to your ideal countryside retreat that requires careful consideration and the right approach. Choosing a park home represents more than just a housing decision – it's about finding...

We’re thrilled to be celebrating a very special milestone here at Gateforth Park — it’s been five years since Mick and Kathy moved in! From the early days when the park was just beginning to take shape, to now being a thriving and welcoming community, Mick and Kathy...

If you're considering a change of pace and lifestyle, then residential park homes might just be the perfect option. Whether you're downsizing, retiring or simply looking for a quieter way of life, these homes offer a unique combination of comfort, community and...

Despite a few raindrops, our Residential Park Homes Open Weekend turned out to be a fantastic success, with visitors arriving in great spirits and plenty of excitement in the air. We were delighted to welcome guests from near and far — including visitors from...

As we head into summer, it’s not just the flowers and shrubbery on the park that are flourishing. Our community of homeowners is burgeoning too after a recent flurry of activity. As well as reserving a range of plots and homes for future residents, we’ve also...

There are many things our homeowners love about living at Gateforth Park. From the tranquillity of our rural setting to our vibrant community, the nearby leisure opportunities and the layout of the homes, Gateforth Park is a wonderful place to call home. But don’t...

It’s been a wonderful 2024 at Gateforth Park watching our community grow and the site develop with new homes and landscaping. The hedges, borders and other greenery planted over the past three or four years are starting to mature, while our two fishing lakes are now...

It’s been a busy month at Gateforth Park with two key events in our calendar. The first was the Great Caravan, Motorhome & Holiday Home Show in Harrogate at the beginning of September, and the second our Open Weekend at the beginning of October. At both events we...

If you're looking for the perfect place for wonderful retirement living, Gateforth Park could be the answer. Nestled near Selby in the picturesque Vale of York countryside, our exclusive residential park offers not only stylish and affordable over-50s living, but also...

What does your perfect residential park look like? If you're considering moving to a park home, you may have been daydreaming about the kind of model you would like. How will it be furnished? What bespoke options will be available? But hold fire on the home! That's...

For many people, one of the appealing aspects of living on a residential park is being part of a welcoming and sociable community. In a place like Gateforth Park, homeowners are friendly while also respecting each other’s privacy. Whether you’re a social butterfly or...

We are well on our way to completing the latest phase of development at Gateforth Park, and the site is looking better than ever! Two-thirds of Phase 2 is already filled, and we now have just 24 empty plots left. With generous plot sizes and lakeside homes available...

With a passion for gardening, fishing and the outdoors, Jeff Pinder and Janet Hemstock found Gateforth Park ticked all their boxes when they were looking to downsize for their retirement. They bought one of the larger Lakeside properties with a spacious garden leading...

Welcome to Gateforth Park, a serene haven offering the charm of residential park homes in the heart of North Yorkshire. Nestled amidst scenic countryside, our community combines style, comfort, and affordability, perfect for those seeking a tranquil retirement...

As the desire for peaceful and comfortable retirement living in the UK grows, residential park homes have become an increasingly popular choice. If you’re looking for change and are considering your accommodation options, here’s how retirement living could benefit...

Tell us about yourself. My name is Kathryn. I am 60 years old. I am a retired nurse and have two dogs. I moved from County Durham to Gateforth Park in August 2022, from an old cottage with four bedrooms, on a hillside, in a rural location.   What appealed to you about...

If you're looking for a new place to call home in retirement, a residential park home could be an attractive option. But can you get a mortgage on a residential park home in Yorkshire? Let's take a closer look. Is It Possible To Get a Mortgage on a Residential Park...