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North Yorkshire, North East

Serenity on the Swale

— (0)Price on Pitchup54.178°N, 1.387°W
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The gentle rush of the River Swale provides a constant, soothing backdrop at this aptly named riverside retreat, where morning mist often clings to the water's edge and birdsong fills the Yorkshire air. This is a place for those seeking genuine tranquillity in the North Yorkshire countryside, ideally positioned for exploring the Yorkshire Dales and the market towns that dot this beautiful corner of the North East.

The site welcomes tents, campervans and caravans across its pitches, all within earshot of the flowing Swale. Facilities are straightforward and well-maintained, with toilets and showers serving campers' essential needs without unnecessary frills.

Whether you can light a campfire requires checking on arrival, so it's worth asking when you pitch up. The overall atmosphere is decidedly peaceful – this isn't a site for those wanting entertainment or crowds, but rather for campers who find their contentment in the sound of running water, open skies, and the simple pleasure of a riverside pitch in proper Yorkshire countryside.

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Weather Outlook
Current Conditions
20°C
Clear
15 mph
43%
7-Day Outlook
Today
22° / 14°
65%
Mon
21° / 12°
13%
Tue
21° / 11°
91%
Wed
22° / 10°
38%
Thu
20° / 14°
20%
Fri
22° / 10°
10%
Sat
21° / 11°
9%
Source: Open-Meteo · Updated hourly
Walks Nearby

Local walks within 10 km

8 routes found via OpenStreetMap

Swale Way

Hiking routeRegional network
5.35 km from campsite

Yorevision

Walking route
8.74 km from campsite

Ripon Sanctuary Way

Walking routeLocal network
9.75 km from campsite
Route length: 16 km

Yorevision

Walking route
9.87 km from campsite

Ripon to Fountains Abbey Walk, Fountains Abbey

Dogs welcomeWalking routeLocal network
11.95 km from campsite
Route length: 12.8 km
Operator: National Trust
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Fisheries within 10 km

1 found · OpenStreetMap

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Pubs & restaurants within 5 km

  • The Angel at Topcliffe, Bar and Grill
    Restaurant 0.0 km~5 min walk
    Directions
  • The Angel at Topcliffe
    Pub 0.1 km~5 min walk
    Directions
  • The Swan
    Pub 0.2 km~5 min walk
    Directions
  • Crab & Lobster
    Restaurant 0.9 km~10 min walk
    Directions
  • Starbucks
    Cafe 2.4 km~30 min walkcoffee shop
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Data from OpenStreetMap · distances "as the crow flies" · walk times approximate

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