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Swinton Bivouac

Property class: 2.5

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A wooden deck with a bench and a covered area, surrounded by trees.
A rustic cafe with exposed stone walls, wooden beams, and hanging light bulbs. There are colorful chairs and tables, a coffee machine, and shelves with kitchenware.
A yurt interior with a bed, wooden furniture, a stove, and colorful decorations.
A wooden cabin surrounded by trees.
A rustic kitchen with wooden floors, a stove, and a window overlooking greenery.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar

Explore the area

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High Knowle Farm, Ripon, England, HG4 4JZ
  • Place, Nidderdale
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Swinton Druids Temple
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Airport, Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.)
    ‪78 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Tent, Valley View, Garden Area

A yurt with a blue door, a wooden structure, and a small porch with two chairs.

Tent, Valley View, Garden Area

  • Valley view
  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Tree House, Valley View

A wooden cabin with a wooden deck and a small porch, surrounded by trees in a forest.

Tree House, Valley View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Valley view
  • 6 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Single Beds, 1 Double Bed and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Tent, Valley View, Garden Area

A yurt with a door labeled "Lavender" and a wooden cabin with a window.

Tent, Valley View, Garden Area

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Studio

A bedroom with a bed, a sofa, a table, and a skylight.

Studio

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Sofa Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Ripon

At Swinton Bivouac, you'll be 29.5 km (18.3 mi) from Yorkshire Dales National Park. Highlights at this holiday park include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .Free WiFi and fireplaces are featured in all 13 accommodations. Nice touches to enhance your stay include bathrobes and free toiletries. Housekeeping is available on request. .Enjoy access to bike hire, mountain biking and a playground. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. Full breakfast is available. .Sights within a 15-minute drive of this Ripon holiday park include Swinton Druids Temple and Theakston Brewery.
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What's nearby

  • Nidderdale - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Swinton Druids Temple - 1 min walk - 0.2 km

Getting around

  • Thirsk Station - 31 min drive
  • Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford) - 78 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪White Bear Hotel - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Blue Lion - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪The Crown Hotel - ‬32 min drive
  • ‪Black Sheep Brewery - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Galphay Inn - ‬17 min drive

About this property

Swinton Bivouac

There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. Swinton Bivouac also features barbecue grills, a garden, and a picnic area. Self parking is free.

This Ripon holiday park is smoke free.

  • 13 guestrooms or units
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Wedding services available
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Swinton Bivouac offers 13 accommodations with fireplaces and complimentary bathrobes. This Ripon holiday park provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee: GBP 3 to 10 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Mountain biking
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils

More

  • Fireplace
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 6 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
If you arrive at the property after hours, you'll need to check in at an alternative location: [residents lounge at the Bivouac]
If you are planning to arrive after 6 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 15 per pet, per stay
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 3.00 to 10.00 per person
  • Pet fee: GBP 15 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Electricity is not provided
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Electricity is not provided. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Swinton Bivouac Holiday Park Ripon
Swinton Bivouac Holiday Park
Swinton Bivouac Ripon
Swinton Bivouac Park Ripon
Swinton Bivouac Ripon
Swinton Bivouac Holiday Park
Swinton Bivouac Holiday Park Ripon

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Swinton Bivouac?

Swinton Bivouac offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Swinton Bivouac?

Yep, Swinton Bivouac has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Swinton Bivouac?

The closest beach to Swinton Bivouac is Pebble Beach (14.4 km).

What makes Swinton Bivouac a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus fireplaces in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Swinton Bivouac.

Does Swinton Bivouac serve breakfast?

Yep, full brekkie is offered at Swinton Bivouac.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Swinton Bivouac?

No, Swinton Bivouac does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Swinton Bivouac?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Swinton Bivouac?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Swinton Bivouac Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Back to nature Family holiday

A fantastic off grid get away! Our family loved it & wanted to stay longer
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kristofor

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed in Poppy the yurt. We had an amazing time dog friendly which was perfect. Staff were amazing. Food from the cafe was perfect. Went a walk round the druids temple. Which with the nice weather was a lovely walk.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay with plenty of room for our family of 6. Plentiful kitchen supplies. Fantastic walks on the doorstep. Hot tub was fun with the kids - top tip, pay a little extra to have it pre heated for your arrival so you can enjoy it that day.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gareth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed for 2 nights. 2 adults, 2 children and our dog. This place is a hidden gem in North Yorkshire. We had the most magical time. The Tree house and hut tub were pre heat for our arrival. Despite being very cold the little Tree house was so so cozy and remained cosy all night long after the fire had burnt out. There are multiple lights and fairy lights all round so it’s well Illuminated and you can swap the lights at reception daily for fully charged ones. There is plenty of wood at the end of each Tree house to keep fires stocked. You’ll never run out. The views, the grounds are just so picturesque, the trails to walk on are well kept and whole area is amazing. The residents room at reception has a free coffee machine and lots of games you can take to your TH. Also multiple charging options in there. There is just so much to like about this place. Our family didn’t want to leave. This is amazing for families but would also be really romantic for couples to get away. Don’t take my word for it get it booked you won’t regret it. Ps the sauna is lovely too.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

carl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Something Different

Having spoken with one of the Swinton Team prior to our arrival and confirming we would arrive at around 1-2pm we found it a little odd that upon our arrival at the Swinton Bivouac Cafe a male member of staff said you can't go to your tree house until 3pm which in all honesty was fine by us as we had planned to have lunch in the cafe. In regards to the cafe We were impressed with the vegan and vegetarian options and the spiced pumpkin and gingerbread lattes (almond milk) were perfect. We took a little stroll around the cafe grounds and apart from a stack of large rubbish items near the play area directly on an adjoining field which were not very well concealed the views were impressive as was the small play area. The birds of prey area is small but neverthe less interesting to view. We all felt it would be a great place to host a party or event at. Having obtained or keys from the cafe we were given a map with instructions. The tree houses are two minutes away from the cafe and very close to the druids temple. Wow! When we arrived at the tree house we all fell in love! It's close to the other tree houses but far enough for privacy. You feel immediately like your nested away in a wooded area with nice views although our sweeping Valley view was thwarted by a long hedge row of trees,it didn't dampen our stay at all. The Welcome booklet provided was more than adequate and I would suggest you bring torches, wellies and large towels as only hand towels were provided. Will return.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2017
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay!

Lovely stay in the tree lodge, would highly recommend! Can get pretty dark though so advise to take torches for walking and also in the lodge. Plenty of candles and tea lights provided by the venue though, and the complementary s’mores kit was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul f

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Tree lodge getaway

Lovely place to stay and get away from the city. Stayed in a tree lodge which are excellent for families. Staff are very friendly and helpful, cafe is great.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A hidden gem!

Fantastic, large yurt with a stove and outdoor toilet which was very good. The staff were excellent and so friendly, showers allocated to each group so we had our own! Logs were free and was able to have as much as we liked! Lovely countryside with walk to local pub with a fire... excellent value for money!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely one night stay to get away from it all. It would have been nice to have some added luxuries, such as tea and milk and towels you didn’t need to rent.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

We stumbled across this gem

This site is absolutely amazing!! The staff are so helpful and all the little touches make this so special. We couldn’t have asked for anymore and we will definitely be back to relax, chill and enjoy!! 🙂
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place with amazing surroundings, the staff were friendly and helpful and the yurts were clean and comfy. The only downside was the poir choice of children's food in the cafe.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

lou

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

victoria

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cally

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Mark

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Arwel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019