Name: Swinton Bivouac
Address: High Knowle Farm, Richmondshire, GB

10/10

Exceptional

02 Aug 2026

Allanah

We had an amazing stay in the Bivouacs. We were celebrating a 1st birthday and had three yurts. We’ve been before but this time we noticed the general area felt a bit smarter and tidier. We knew what to expect regarding the communal kitchen and BBQ area and it worked well for us but did feel that a few more fridges would be much better, especially if quite a few yurts are being occupied.
The BBQ could do with a good clean too.
The little packs left for the children with caps, kites, activities etc were amazing and also the kits for making smores.
We used ALL of the facilities including the kids craft room, the playground, the family room in the cafe, the complimentary coffee in the resident’s lounge. We used the football pitch, the fire pits, the hot tub. We explored the Druid’s Temple and followed the Fairy Trail. On top of all this, we visited the wonderful spa for the kid’s session and the chaps had a go at laser shooting followed by cream tea. We watched the deer, folk fly fishing, visited the aviaries and pootled around the glorious walled garden brimming with fruit, flowers and veg with a takeaway coffee from the Terrace. There’s so much to do at Swinton and we return year after year. We find it luxurious but comfortable and homely. The staff are amazing and go out of there way to make you feel like part of a big family. Can’t wait to go again

8/10

Excellent

14 Jul 2026

Malcolm Kevin

Very good stay -beautiful scenery around the bivouac.
Nice double room ,comfy large bed.
Only criticism would be there is a customer lounge immediately below the loft and it's open 24 hrs a day and any noise carries to the loft especially at night.
I would suggest a closing time of early evening to avoid this.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

23 Jun 2026

RAIMONDA

Very excellent customer service

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

28 Dec 2025

Gareth

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.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

29 Aug 2025

Martin

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.

Leisure Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

24 May 2025

Kristofor

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.

Leisure Pet

10/10

Exceptional

15 Aug 2024

Stuart

Back to nature Family holiday

A fantastic off grid get away! Our family loved it & wanted to stay longer

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

27 Sep 2021

Verified traveler

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!

10/10

Exceptional

01 Jun 2021

Paul f

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.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

23 Nov 2020

Susan

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!

Friends_and_family Friends

8/10

Excellent

12 Sep 2020

claire

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.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

27 Aug 2019

Sarah

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!! 🙂

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

19 Aug 2019

Verified traveler

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.

Leisure

8/10

Excellent

06 Nov 2017

carl

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.