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A grand Yorkshire estate with rewilded landscapes and a restorative spa

Swinton Estate sits in a 20,000-acre estate in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales in North Yorkshire, a region known for its heritage and wild, rugged beauty. Swinton focuses on rewilding, biodiversity, and responsible land management. Their extensive rewilding project includes the introduction of native species and the restoration of habitats to support wildlife conservation, including the reintroduction of red squirrels and wild boar.

The estate also leads on sustainable farming practices, providing organic produce for the on-site restaurant, and reducing its carbon footprint through renewable energy sources. The estate incorporates eco-friendly initiatives throughout, from using sustainable materials to offering electric vehicle charging points. Activities here make the most of the stunning surroundings, from mindfulness retreats, wild swimming and reiki drumming to cycling and hiking.

Sustainability

Climate & conservation

Already carbon neutral, aiming for a further 30% emissions cut by 2040
First UK hotel to install a carbon neutral biomass boiler, in 2006
Restoring 20 acres of overgrazed land into Yorkshire's first habitat bank
Peatland moors managed for biodiversity and carbon retention

Community & culture

New walking paths let the local community enjoy restored habitat
Swinton Foundation supports charities and artists across the Yorkshire Dales

Commercial

Nourish lets Yorkshire businesses invest in estate carbon credits and habitat

In brief

Price bracket: £££
Type of property: Hotel
No. of rooms: 32 suites and rooms
Max guests per room: Hotel rooms mostly sleep 2-4; self-catering cottages sleep up to 8-10
Facilities: Restaurant, Bar, Wifi, Spa, Gym, Garden, EV charging, Parking
Activities: Mindfulness retreats, Wild swimming, Reiki drumming, Cycling, Hiking, Guided walks
Setting: Countryside · Parkland

Kids

Family friendly, with interconnecting rooms, sofa beds, hidden bunk beds and the six-bedroom Turret suite; kids stay free during school holidays until the end of 2026

Accessibility

Step-free access to reception rooms, the dining room and bar, with a lift to upper floor bedrooms; the Coach House has a fully DDA-compliant ground-floor room and bathroom with ramp access

£££pp / night Visit website

Guide price · £ <£100 · ££ £100–300 · £££ £300–800 · ££££ £800+ pp / night

Swinton Estate