Swinsty View
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- 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
Campground type
40
This park has no on-site shower facilities.
No bachelor/bachelorette parties permitted via Pitchup.com.- This is a quiet park: no music is allowed.
- Please note that the toilet facilities are unisex.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Tue, Jul 1 to
7.3/10
Reviews
83% would recommend this campground to a friend
67% would stay here again
What customers say
This site offers peaceful, wild camping with great views & wildlife. Guests loved the quiet & stargazing. A nearby pub was a plus. However, basic facilities (2 portaloos, no running water) were a common complaint, with some finding the price high. Wet grass was also an issue.
Summary AI-generated from Pitchup.com customer reviews
Good
Primitive grass tent campsite
Liked Clean toilets and accessible water. Great views!
Disliked Hilly campsite with not too many flat parts
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It was fine. Easy to find…
Primitive grass tent campsite
Liked It was fine. Easy to find and really quiet. There were good views and nice walks all around.
Disliked The facilities were very limited, but the price reflected that.
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Great basic base with great views, wildlife and stargazing
Primitive grass tent campsite
Liked Very few other campers meaning a peaceful taste of wild camping. We had a clear night so amazing views of the full moon and for stargazing. Also spotted swallows, a buzzard, owls, bats and hares (along with the farm's sheep and cows). The Sun Inn is a 25 min walk and did good food at reasonable price, as well as pool table to use. Only portaloos but they were very clean, and stocked with some hand soap/toilet roll. Basic but all you need.
Disliked The grass is quite long, so wet/dewy in the morning but it is just a field - if you want something fancy, book elsewhere!
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From the manager: Thanks for the great review, super pumped you enjoyed your stay at Swinsty View! The field has now been mowed so there’s less dewy grass about. It would be great for you guys to come back and enjoy the campsite and Sun Inn as much as we do!
Fabulous site with amazing views!! - Great for a quiet camping trip!
Primitive grass tent campsite
Liked Fabulous site with amazing views!
Basic facilities, but fantastic for campers who like the wild camping experience (like me!!)
Highly recommended and I will be back!!
Disliked Access to running water water would be a benefit.
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From the manager: Over the moon you enjoyed your stay at Swinsty View! Your review is highly valued and there is now running water on the campsite. It would be great to see you return and enjoy the amazing views, scenery and wildlife as much as we do!
Lovely views
Primitive grass tent campsite
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
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From the manager: Thank you for the great review. Very glad that you enjoyed your stay at Swinsty View😃
View to die for…
Primitive grass tent campsite
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 campground
Leisure on park
Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Playground Recreation room/arcade TV room Takeout Tennis WatersportsAmenities on park
Bath available Car parking by site/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Free wifi Grocery store Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundromat Parent & baby washroom Payphone Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Restrooms Shower available Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue grills allowed Barbecue provided Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed No dogs allowed No pets allowedThemes
Hikers’ paradise PeacefulUtilities
Charging facilities Dump station Electric car charging point(s) No hot water Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearbyType
Farm Medium (26-50 sites) Pop-up campgroundNearby leisure
Restaurant nearbyLocation
Swinsty View
Brat Lane
Norwood
Otley
West Yorkshire
England
LS21 2QX
Directions Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
53.96712°N
1.69048°W
Nearest transport
Bus
Rail
Ferry
AirportPlease 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
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 Autumn Flower Show (Friday, September 19, 2025 – Friday, September 19, 2025)
Ripon, England 7.9 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.
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Swinsty View have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Swinsty View dog friendly? No View all features
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- When can I check in and check out of Swinsty View?
Read moreRV, travel trailer and tent sites Arrive: 12:30 p.m. – Anytime Depart by: 11:30 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Swinsty View? From $27.02 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.