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The Swallows Rest B & B
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The Swallows Rest B & B

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52.458°N, 0.614°W
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The creak of old timbers and the scent of a proper breakfast drifting upstairs — this is village-England camping comfort with a roof over your head.

Tucked into Brigstock in the heart of Northamptonshire, The Swallows Rest suits couples after a cosy bolt-hole, walkers exploring Rockingham Forest, or anyone who fancies a camping pod with the safety net of B&B amenities nearby. Whether you're testing the waters of outdoor sleeping or just want something snug and simple, the mix of guest house rooms and pods gives you options. Dogs may be welcome — worth asking when you book — and the year-round opening means this works for chilly spring weekends as much as high summer.

Facilities aren't spelled out in detail, so expect a straightforward setup rather than bells and whistles. Campfires are a maybe — check when you arrive. The vibe here is quiet, village-paced, and unpretentious: a place to sleep well, eat warmly, and wake to birdsong rather than canvas flapping at dawn.

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Weather Outlook
Current Conditions
25°C
Partly cloudy
5 mph
32%
7-Day Outlook
Today
26° / 13°
2%
Mon
32° / 16°
6%
Tue
27° / 18°
44%
Wed
25° / 16°
25%
Thu
20° / 13°
31%
Fri
21° / 12°
24%
Sat
21° / 13°
22%
Source: Open-Meteo · Updated hourly
Walks Nearby

Local walks within 10 km

3 routes found via OpenStreetMap

Lyveden Way

Meanders 15.2km through gentle Northamptonshire farmland and historic estates with minimal incline, linking villages via quiet lanes and field paths. Suitable for older children but too long and potentially muddy for buggies. Dogs welcome on leads near livestock. Highlights include passing Lyveden New Bield (unfinished Elizabethan lodge), bluebell woods in spring, and glimpses of traditional ironstone architecture. Best tackled in sections unless you're a confident walker seeking a half-day coun

Walking routeLocal network
4.16 km from campsite
Route length: 15.2 km

Nene Way

Follows the River Nene for 177km from its source near Badby in Northamptonshire to the Wash estuary. Predominantly flat, well-maintained paths through water meadows, villages and fenland, making it suitable for families and buggies on most sections. Dogs welcome throughout. Highlights include historic market towns like Peterborough, abundant wildlife in the Nene Valley wetlands, and peaceful riverside scenery. Best tackled in shorter day sections given the length.

Hiking routeRegional network
10.61 km from campsite
Route length: 177 km

Jurassic Way

Stretches 142km through Northamptonshire's limestone ridge, linking Banbury to Stamford with varied terrain from gentle farmland paths to rolling hills and occasional moderate climbs. Not suitable for buggies due to stiles, uneven ground and field crossings, though families with older children (8+) who enjoy multi-day adventures will find it manageable in sections. Dogs welcome but must be kept under control near livestock. Worth doing for the ancient stone villages, Iron Age hill forts, and sur

Hiking routeRegional network
23.34 km from campsite
Route length: 142 km

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  • Elinor Fisheries
    7.45 km
    Managed fisheryPermit / club required
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