Swinsty View

No availability at present on Pitchup.com 2 reviews
View of Swinsty reservoir
View of swinsty reservoir
The grassy pitches
Some fo the breeding ewes at the farm
Grassy field
Grassy pitches
Field setting
Sunrise over the farm
Sunset over swinsty and fewston reservoirs
1/11
The grassy pitches
Some fo the breeding ewes at the farm
Grassy field

  • Quiet site on a Yorkshire hill farm with views over Swinsty Reservoir
  • Walk to two reservoirs; 15 minutes’ drive from Brimham Rocks
  • Barbecues are permitted; walk to a country pub and public footpaths
The sweeping views of Swinsty Reservoir at this Yorkshire hill farm are really something… and handily for you, there’s a quiet site with well-maintained grassy pitches where it’s possible to soak them in day and night. Set within the Yorkshire Dales, Swinsty View has public footpaths that will take you to Swinsty Reservoir, Fewston Reservoir and the wider Washburn Valley in a jiffy. Don’t forget your country pubs either – the farm is also walking distance of a popular country pub serving fab food and great pints. As it’s just 25 minutes’ walk away, schedule yourself for a post-hike pub lunch if you wish. If you’d rather sort out your own dinners and lunches, barbecues are permitted on site as long as they’re kept under control and all is waste disposed of. In the way of other facilities, the pitches have access to portable toilets and washing-up facilities.

Site type

Tent pitches 40
Opens
Please note
  • This site has no on-site shower facilities.
  • No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • This is a quiet site: no music is allowed.
  • Please note that the toilet facilities are unisex.

Languages spoken

English

Reviews

7

Overall rating based on 2 reviews View breakdown

50%

would recommend this site to a friend

50%

would stay here again

Only showing reviews for the last 30 months.

Lovely views

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 10
katie t. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked: The peaceful campsite with only us there, the views are fantastic, if you would like the feel of wild camping, this is it
It is a lovely site and should be appreciated for that, yes there only 2 porter loos but there is water too.
We saw deers and owls, and for star gazing on a clear night it would be fantastic, we walked across the fields, the footpath is there but not that clear, to the pub where the home cooked food was lovely, we loved the sight as this is my review I only hope people go and appreciate it for what it is and take it in

Disliked: Nothing

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thank you for the great review. Very glad that you enjoyed your stay at Swinsty View😃

View to die for…

Overall 4/10
Location 8
Value for money 4
Accommodation 4
Facilities / Activities 4
Customer service 8
Child friendliness 4
Cleanliness 6
Wifi 2
James W. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked: View to die for

Disliked: Long wet grass, feet were soaked.
Lack of facilities, two portaloos
Was over priced at £25 for the facilities available.

If this woukd have been £15,
I would have been happier. As this would suit.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Features

No dogs allowed

Portable toilet

Pop-up campsite

Leisure on site

Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area TV room Take away Tennis Watersports

Amenities on site

Bath available Car parking by pitch/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed No dogs allowed No pets allowed

Themes

Peaceful Walkers' paradise

Utilities

Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available No hot water Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby

Type

Farm Medium (26-50 pitches) Pop-up campsite

Accessibility

Disabled facilities

Nearby leisure

Restaurant nearby

Location

Swinsty View

Brat Lane

Norwood

Otley

West Yorkshire

England

LS21 2QX

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London GMT (GMT+00:00)

GPS

53.96712°N
-1.69048°W

Nearest transport

Coach
6.5 mi Hgte Bus Stn Stand 8
8.6 mi Harewood Arms
8.6 mi Harewood Arms
Rail
4.8 mi Burley-in-Wharfedale Rail Station
5.2 mi Ben Rhydding Rail Station
5.4 mi Weeton Rail Station
Airport
6.9 mi Leeds Bradford International Airport

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

Local attractions

After an endless supply of activities in the outdoors? Continue your streak of outdoor activities in Stainburn Forest (25 minutes’ walk), which is known for its short and technical mountain biking trails and birds like red kites and woodpeckers. Get your hiking boots or trainers strapped on and head for the National Trust site of Brimham Rocks (15 minutes) for a good walk and a scamper. At this Site of Special Scientific Interest, there are stunning views of the moors from millions-of-years-old rock formations. The stunning Stump Cross Caverns (20 minutes) are just as impressive. The limestone cave system was formed by underground rivers. Keep an eye out for fossils and rocks in the shape of meat hanging from a butchers’ shop. If you’re keen to swap the dirt tracks for the cobbles too, make your way to Otley (15 minutes). Independent shops such as antiques or pubs serving popular pork pies are on-hand, as are food tours. Tour de Yorkshire cycling routes are accessible from here should you want to time a visit to a coffee shop before or after your ride.

Must see

RHS Garden Harlow Carr 4.9 mi

Harewood House 8.4 mi

East Riddlesden Hall (NT) 10.1 mi

Fountains Abbey 11.4 mi

Leeds Industrial Museum at Armley Mills 12.2 mi

National Trust

Brimham Rocks 7.8 mi

East Riddlesden Hall 10.1 mi

Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal Water Garden 11.4 mi

Hardcastle Crags 19.7 mi

Beningbrough Hall and Gardens 19.8 mi

Cycle routes

Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.

Other

Lindley Woods Reservoir and Farnley Moor 1.5 mi

Around Chevin Park 5.2 mi

VALLEY GARDENS 5.8 mi

HIGH ROYDS HOSPITAL 6.1 mi

Ilkley Moor - White House - Swastika Stone 6.2 mi

Local events

  • Harrogate Spring Flower Show (Thursday 24 April 2025 – Thursday 24 April 2025)

    Harrogate, North Yorkshire 7.8 mi

  • Great Yorkshire Show (Tuesday 8 July 2025 – Tuesday 8 July 2025)

    Harrogate, North Yorkshire 7.8 mi

  • Harrogate Autumn Flower Show (Friday 19 September 2025 – Friday 19 September 2025)

    Ripon, North Yorkshire 7.9 mi

  • Leeds Festival (Thursday 21 August 2025 – Thursday 21 August 2025)

    Wetherby, West Yorkshire 14.3 mi

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

Offers

Conditions apply - see pitch type section for details

Nearest sites

Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable sites.

Want to know more about camping in West Yorkshire?

Frequently asked questions

  • Does Swinsty View have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Swinsty View dog friendly? No View all features
  • What attractions are near Swinsty View? After an endless supply of activities in the outdoors? Continue your streak of outdoor activities in Stainburn Forest (25 minutes’ walk), which is known for its short and technical mountain biking trails … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Swinsty View?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  12:30 p.m. –  Anytime
    Depart by:  11:30 a.m.
    Read more