Swinithwaite
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Swinithwaite is a village located in North Yorkshire, governed by North Yorkshire Council (formerly Richmondshire). It lies in the scenic Yorkshire Dales National Park, offering visitors access to stunning natural landscapes. The area is known for its agricultural heritage and proximity to historic Bolton Castle, enhancing its local significance.

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Relaxing outdoor hot tub scene with champagne, glasses, lantern, and scenic Yorkshire countryside at sunset.
Farms

The Wensleydale Experience

Coach House, Swinithwaite, Leyburn DL8 4UH, UK
๐Ÿ“0m from the centre of Swinithwaite

The Wensleydale Experience provides comfortable accommodation in swinithwaite.

Accommodation at Temple Farmhouse B & B in swinithwaite
Bed & Breakfast

Temple Farmhouse B & B

Temple Farm, Aysgarth, Aysgarth Falls, North Yorkshire, DL8 4UJ
๐Ÿ“0.7m from the centre of Swinithwaite

Accommodation at Country Hideaways in west burton
Holiday Cottage
From
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per stay

Country Hideaways

Margarets Cottage, West Burton, Leyburn, North Yorkshire, DL8 4JN, United Kingdom
๐Ÿ“2.3m from the centre of Swinithwaite

Charming hotel with stone buildings, green lawn, and a hillside bathed in warm sunset light in West Burton, Yorkshire.
Pub

The Fox & Hounds

Back Nook, West Burton, Leyburn DL8 4JY, UK
๐Ÿ“2.4m from the centre of Swinithwaite

The Fox & Hounds provides comfortable accommodation in west-burton.

Accommodation at The Old Vicarage in west witton
Hotel

The Old Vicarage

Main Street, West Witton, Leyburn, DL8 4LX, United Kingdom
๐Ÿ“1.2m from the centre of Swinithwaite

Historic stone building with a slate roof, surrounded by greenery, featuring a sign that reads "REDMIRE."
Hostel

Redmire Station House

Hargill Ln, Redmire, Leyburn DL8 4ES, UK
๐Ÿ“1.4m from the centre of Swinithwaite

Redmire Station House provides comfortable accommodation in redmire.

Things to Do in Swinithwaite

Relaxing outdoor hot tub scene with champagne, glasses, lantern, and scenic Yorkshire countryside at sunset.
Farms

The Wensleydale Experience

Coach House, Swinithwaite, Leyburn DL8 4UH, UK
๐Ÿ“0m from the centre of Swinithwaite

The Wensleydale Experience offers a unique farmstay experience in the picturesque setting of Swinithwaite, Leyburn. While the parking details are not explicitly mentioned, visitors can enjoy the stunning views and quirky accommodations, making it an ideal spot for a relaxing getaway in the Yorkshire countryside.

A serene waterfall cascading over moss-covered rocks, surrounded by lush greenery and trees in Wensley, Yorkshire.
Attraction

Wensley Waterfall

A684, Wensley, Leyburn DL8 4HR, UK
๐Ÿ“3m from the centre of Swinithwaite

Wensley Waterfall offers a delightful visit with free parking available just off the A684 in Wensley, North Yorkshire. This hidden gem is located down a short track near the Three Horse Shoes, providing a serene and picturesque stop for those exploring the area. Ideal for tourists seeking a tranquil natural attraction without the hassle of parking fees.

A rustic caravan site with stone buildings, parked vehicles, and green fields under a clear blue sky in Redmire, Yorkshire.
Campsite

The Swan Caravan and Camping Site

Wensleydale, Redmire, Leyburn DL8 4HA, UK
๐Ÿ“1.2m from the centre of Swinithwaite

The Swan Caravan and Camping Site in Redmire offers a tranquil escape in the heart of Wensleydale. This peaceful campsite features spacious, level pitches with electric hook-ups and is conveniently located near a charming local pub. Ideal for nature lovers, the site provides stunning views and a friendly atmosphere, perfect for a relaxing getaway.

Charming hotel with stone buildings, green lawn, and a hillside bathed in warm sunset light in West Burton, Yorkshire.
Pub

The Fox & Hounds

Back Nook, West Burton, Leyburn DL8 4JY, UK
๐Ÿ“2.4m from the centre of Swinithwaite

The Fox & Hounds in West Burton offers a charming village pub experience with its traditional Yorkshire hospitality. Located in a picturesque setting, visitors can enjoy a cozy atmosphere, excellent food, and stunning views of the village green. Ideal for tourists seeking a relaxing retreat with easy access to local attractions.

West Burton Village Shop and Tea Room with a bus stop, wooden bench, and parked car outside a stone building.
Corner Shops

West Burton Village Shop and Tea Room

Greenview, West Burton, Leyburn DL8 4JL, UK
๐Ÿ“2.3m from the centre of Swinithwaite

Located in the beautiful village of West Burton, the West Burton Village Shop and Tea Room offers a delightful stop for locals and tourists alike

Cafe The Coppice Cafe in aysgarth falls
Cafe

The Coppice Cafe

Aysgarth Falls National Park, Aysgarth, Leyburn, North Yorkshire, DL8 3TH
๐Ÿ“2m from the centre of Swinithwaite

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Administrative area
North Yorkshire Council (formerly Richmondshire)

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Walkshire in Swinithwaite

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Walk: Aysgarth Falls and Bolton Castle
7.5mi
Moderate

Walk: Aysgarth Falls and Bolton Castle

๐Ÿ“Aysgarth Falls

Visit Aysgarth Falls and Bolton Castle โ€“ two of Wensleydaleโ€™s most impressive highlights โ€“ while enjoying peaceful footpaths and stunning views in between. The Route what3words for start point: ///chairs.nappy.fussy Start / Finish Point: Aysgarth Falls National Park Centre, Church Bank, Centre, Aysgarth, Leyburn DL8 3TH Distance: 7.5 Miles GPX Route Map castleboltonfromaysgarthcircularDownload Walk Description This beautiful circular walk takes in many of the highlights of mid-Wensleydale while offering quiet, peaceful paths away from the crowds in between. Start the day admiring the three separate cascades that make up the spectacular Aysgarth Falls, followed by some lovely walking through classic Dalesโ€™ pastures leading up to impressive 600-year-old Bolton Castle. You return to Aysgarth enjoying beautiful views over Wensleydale from the high moors of Bolton Parks and via the pretty village of Carperby. The Wheatsheaf Inn in Carperby provides the chance for a well-earned drink near the end of your walk, before returning across fields to Aysgarth. While not a long walk, you can easily spend all day on this route if you would like to spend some time at the waterfalls and go into Bolton Castle.

Walk the James Herriot Way
52mi
Moderate

Walk the James Herriot Way

โฑ๏ธ19h 43m๐Ÿ“Aysgarth

Fan of All Creatures Great and Small? Then, you'll love this walk. The walk is a 52 mile circular route starting in Aysgarth and taking in majestic sights such as Hardraw Force, Aysgarth Falls and Bolton Castle. Barns in beautiful Swaledale Route Distance: 52 miles Start location: Aysgarth, Wensleydale Finish Location: Aysgarth, Wensleydale OS Walking Map & GPX Download Our OS map below shows the full route. Under the map, you can find a GPX file download for your navigational device. herriot-way-newDownload Walk Description This walk is inspired by the walking holiday that vet and author James Herriot took with his son Jimmy around the Youth Hostels of Aysgarth, Grinton and Keld. There is no wonder Herriot loved this area so much and chose it for the location for many of his books. This 52 mile long route takes four to five days to cover and combines gentle walks through valley bottoms with energetic climbs on the skylines. It takes you through parts of Swaledale and Wensleydale, and includes big sights such as Hardraw Force, Aysgarth Falls and Bolton Castle. The 52 miles can be broken into four 13 mile days, each one ending in a village with plenty of local amenities where you're sure to get a warm Yorkshire welcome.  The walk begins in the village of Aysgarth in Wensleydale where you can marvel at the spectacular Aysgarth Falls before following the River Ure to Askrigg. The village was used as the fictional Darrowby in the BBC TV series All Creatures Great and Small, based on the books by James Herriot. Just along from here you can visit the fantastic Mill Gill and Whitfield Force Waterfalls. Continue along the route to the village of Hardraw where you'll find the epic Hardraw Force Waterfall which is England's highest single drop waterfall, falling some 100ft.The route then heads to the market town of Hawes before climbing Great Shunner Fell which is the highest point in Wensleydale and commands wonderful views over Ribblesdale to the south west and Swaledale to the north. After descending the hill to Thwaite the route then takes in the village of Keld andย Gunnerside Moor before passing the beautiful valley of Gunnerside Gill. Following the River Swale into Reeth. The route continues along to the inspiring 14th Century Castle Bolton passing through open moorland with it's stunning heather (in the Summer months). The final section takes you back to Aysgarth, where you'll be needing a much needed rest after a fantastic route taking in the very best of the Yorkshire Dales. 

Walk: Aysgarth Falls - a miles without stiles walk
1mi
Moderate

Walk: Aysgarth Falls - a miles without stiles walk

โฑ๏ธ0h 22m๐Ÿ“Aysgarth Falls

A scenic walk in the woods alongside the popular Aysgarth Falls. The Route what3words for start point: ///pigs.tripled.newsprint Start / Finish Point: Aysgarth Falls National Park Centre, Church Bank, Centre, Aysgarth, Leyburn DL8 3TH Distance: 1 Miles GPX Route Map drawaroute-11Download Walk Description The first 500m of this 1.5km footpath runs through Freeholdersโ€™ Wood and has great views of the Middle Falls. The surface here is compact aggregate and the width of the footpath is at least 100cm. All gates are fully accessible and there are benches along the route. From here, a flight of seventy steps provide access to the Lower Falls. Alternatively, the footpath continues for a further 1km along an unsurfaced grass route. A further 600m route can be followed from the start along an unsurfaced track through the woodland.

Aysgarth Falls Walk
2mi
Moderate

Aysgarth Falls Walk

๐Ÿ“Aysgarth Falls

Enjoy a woodland walk and take in the stunning Aysgarth Falls situated in the Yorkshire Dales National Park. The Route Start Point: Aysgarth Falls National Park Centre - DL8 3TH Finish Point: Aysgarth Falls National Park Centre - DL8 3TH Distance: 2 miles GPX Route Map aysgarthfallsDownload Walk Description what3words for start point: ///waddle.violinist.digitally This circular walk starts and finishes at the Aysgarth Falls National Park Visitor Centre. Starting on the north bank of the River Ure this walk takes you along the woodland trail through St Joseph's Wood before descending down towards the river with views of the falls. Based within a nature reserve there are plenty of opportunities to spot various flora and fauna with wild flowers and bluebells appearing in the spring and summer.

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