Overview
The Swinton Park Hotel is a Grade II-listed castle set in 200 acres of stunning gardens and parkland at the heart of Swinton Estate. Owned by the Cunliffe-Lister family since the 1800s and the ancestral seat of the Earl of Swinton, you are guaranteed a fabulous stately home experience during your stay! Guests love the lavish, individually designed bedrooms, each with generously sized bathrooms and exceptional views. You'll never be short on activities here, as there's plenty to do with the whole family during your dog-friendly holiday. There's a games room, cinema, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, spa treatments, and much more.
Even better, Swinton Estate is extremely dog-friendly, with the majority of bedrooms being dog-friendly, as well as public rooms, tree lodges, and yurts. In terms of dining, four-legged friends are warmly welcomed in the Terrace Bar and outside in the Terrace Garden. Alternatively, Swinton Bivouac Café is another dog-friendly spot where you can relax after exploring the many miles of walking trails on your doorstep.
What your dog can expect at this dog-friendly hotel
Your four-legged friend will be warmly welcomed with a comfortable bed, blankets, a tasty chew, dog bowls for food and water, and eco-friendly bags for their stay. Maps are also available from reception, providing information on the various walks and trails around the grounds and estate.
Highlights
- Renowned Luxury Hotel on The Swinton Estate in the Yorkshire Dales
- Two restaurants included in the Michelin guide
- AA Best Spa list 2025 and Green Tourism Gold Award
- Cookery School on site
Pooch perks
- Dine with your dog in the Terrace Bar and Garden, Swinton Bivouac Cafe, and Samuel's restaurant
- Dog bed, blankets, bowls, eco-friendly bags, and chew provided
- Maps of various dog walks and trails available
Bow Wow Factor
Dogs will feel sup-paw welcomed here! They'll receive a cosy bed, tasty chew, bowls for food and water, blankets, and eco-friendly bags. Plus, they can dine by your side at the Terrace Bar & Garden, Samuel's restaurant (in allocated spots), and the Café.
Relax in luxury in one of the 42 exquisitely designed suites and bedrooms at Swinton Park Hotel. The rooms are beautifully furnished to the highest standards, featuring en-suite bathrooms, spacious bedrooms, and a perfect blend of antique furnishings, luxurious fabrics, and contemporary styling. For families, many of the bedrooms and suites interconnect, providing flexible options for sleeping arrangements for children of all ages.
Dine with Your Dog
Dining with your canine companion is easy here, as they can join you in the Terrace Bar, Terrace Garden, the dog-friendly Swinton Bivouac Café, and in Samuel's restaurant's allocated area for breakfast. There are also a number of pet-friendly eateries nearby, such as The Kings Head and The White Bear, if you fancy a wander.
Need to know
Swinton Park Hotel Reviews
- 184 reviews
- Member since 2004
Ripon, North Yorkshire, HG4 4JH
A wonderful experience!
Everything was first class! Polite, friendly staff, inspired menus with wonderfully prepared food and beautifully appointed rooms. This magnificent hotel was set in beautiful countryside with lots of different signposted walks.
Mr
My main disapoitment was the restaurants, we booked both nights to eat in the restaurants but were disapointed at both venues. 1st night we ait in Samuals Restaurant, there were several problems that I wish to mention. 1) they did not have what we wanted to order from the menu available and so we had to take the second choice. 2) We did not order a starter but the main course took 1 hour 25 mins from ordering to receiving at the table, we thought that this was a very long time, we didn't bother to order a sweet due to the lengthy time for service. The second night we ait at the Terrace Restaurant, this is a Tapas type service but the price of the Tapas were very expensive e.g. 3 No. small pieces of Sanish sausage was 17 pounds. We had fish, chips and peas at 26 pounds, we thought this was very expensive. The pe-booked dinner allowance was 110 pounds per couple, we made up the difference with 2 No. takeaway burgers at 26 pounds each, also very expensive. the dining tables (furniture) was very poor quality and the overall experience was very disapointing. 3) We had to request for a breakdown of the bill for charged additional items. When we received it we saw a surcharge of 5% for service charge, this charge was not only for the additional items but also for the total cost of accommodations and restaurant charges. Due to our poor experience of certain aspects of our stay, I refused to pay the 5% surcharge and it was deducted. The receptionist should have asked us if we were agreeable to pay it before adding to the bill.
Stunning
We had a fabulous 2 night stay in the wonderful Swinton Park. There are no superlatives that do this place justice. Just go. Special thanks to the Terrace Restaurant staff and manager Nicolai for making our evening meals such a special experience.
Map & Directions
Address
Masham
Ripon
North Yorkshire
HG4 4JH
How to get here
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Location & Local Attractions
There are plenty of dog-friendly walking trails nearby for a memorable escapade with your adventurous canine, as well as a variety of dog-friendly attractions that the whole family will enjoy. The award-winning Himalayan Garden and Sculpture Park is a must-see, featuring 85 contemporary sculptures within 45 acres of woodland garden. You can also meander through 45-acre woodlands, gardens, an arboretum, and tranquil lakes together. Mother Shipton's Cave is nearby too, as is Middleham Castle — the childhood home of Richard III. A trip to the Yorkshire Dales wouldn't be complete without visiting this magnificent castle, where you can explore its illustrious history and uncover the deeds of its owners.
Book with Confidence
We price match
We won't be beaten on price. Found it cheaper? We'll match it.
Concierge
When you make a reservation with us, our Canine Concierge are on hand pre and post trip.
Dogs Stay Free
You will never pay a dog charge when you book through PetsPyjamas.
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