More people than ever are thinking carefully about how they live and the impact it has on the planet. For the over-50s considering a move, eco-friendly park homes offer a way to downsize without compromising on quality or comfort. Here at Gateforth Park, we’re proud to offer residential homes in North Yorkshire that are built with sustainability at their heart.
Our park homes are modular buildings, hand-built in the UK and transported directly to their plots. This approach results in far less construction waste than traditional housebuilding. It also means a tidier, quicker build process that supports the British manufacturing industry.
Built to an Energy-Efficient Standard
Every home at Gateforth Park is built to BS3632, the residential standard for park homes in the UK. This standard covers thermal performance and insulation, meaning our homes are designed to stay warm in winter and cool in summer without excessive energy use. Low-e glass double glazing helps reduce heat loss throughout the year.
These energy-efficient homes typically use less energy than a comparable brick-and-mortar property, which can lead to meaningful savings on heating bills. For residents on a fixed income, that difference adds up. If you’re looking for affordable eco homes that are also thoughtfully built, a park home ticks a lot of boxes.
Sustainable Materials and Green Grounds
Our optional sun decking is made from 100% recyclable galvanised steel, with no trees felled in the process. The landscaping across Gateforth Park encourages biodiversity, with a mix of lawn, hedging, and a dedicated nature area. The park also features a fishing lake and open green space throughout its 45 acres, keeping residents connected to the natural world on their doorstep.
Are Park Homes Really Eco-Friendly?
Yes. Because they are factory-built with precise materials, there is very little off-cut waste. The smaller footprint of a typical park home also means lower resource use day to day, from water to heating. Sustainable park homes like ours offer a real reduction in your overall environmental impact.
If you’d like to explore what’s currently available, take a look at our homes for sale to see the range on offer. We work with leading UK manufacturers including Prestige and Omar, whose homes are designed with green living in mind.
A Quieter Life in North Yorkshire
Gateforth Park sits in the Vale of York, close to Selby and within easy reach of York and Leeds. The location itself supports a more sustainable lifestyle. Residents find they walk more, drive less, and spend more time enjoying the natural surroundings. With a village green, community hub, and open countryside at your doorstep, green living here goes beyond the bricks and mortar.
Our North Yorkshire homes are also part of a managed, gated community, which means shared upkeep standards are maintained without individual residents needing to over-invest in materials or effort. Lower maintenance is part of the eco-friendly living story, and it makes daily life simpler too. To learn more about what makes North Yorkshire such a popular place to put down roots, visit our location page.
Ready to Find Out More?
We’d love to show you around. Whether you’re just starting to research or ready to reserve a plot, our team is here to help. Have a read through our buying guide for a clear overview of the process, or browse our FAQs for answers to the most common questions we receive.
Eco-friendly park homes are a genuinely affordable and thoughtful way to live. If reducing your carbon footprint matters to you, we think Gateforth Park is worth a closer look.
Visit our homepage or contact us today to book a site visit. We’re based at St George Close, Selby, YO8 9UG, and our team is available on 01757 616 646. We’d be happy to arrange a viewing at a time that suits you.