Serenity on the Swale

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Open grassed area
Open grassed area
Open grassed area
Riverside views
Grasses area approx 11m per pitch
Aerial shot of site
River views
A haven of wild flowers
View of river from picnic table - spot a kingfisher !
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Open grassed area
Riverside views
Grasses area approx 11m per pitch

  • Serenity by the Swale
  • Peaceful
  • Off grid
Welcome to Serenity on the Swale, a tranquil riverside location near the picturesque village of Topcliffe. There are two pubs in the village, The Black Swan and The Angel Inn, just a pleasant stroll up past the old flour mill and beautiful weir, with open areas just beyond. There’s a village post office/shop, Elm Art Gallery and a fish and chip van visits on Friday evenings! Also close by, The Catton Kitchen, (just outside Catton village, see Facebook page), offers a delightful choice of local fresh produce. The onsite chef serves mouthwatering dishes between 10-2pm Fri, Sat and Sun. Ideal stopover location for the Deer Shed festival taking place 25-28 July 2025 at Balderby Park, each year and close enough to walk or cycle there. Directions: To access the site it’s an easier angle approaching from the west. Use opposite wide verges to pull in safely, then open the gates. At the top end of Catton Lane, opposite the Black Swan at the junction into Topcliffe village, there’s a fairly steep and sharp right turn (the oneway system out the village). You may wish to exit the site by turning left and head west towards the A61 and / or motorway links via Catton village to Skipton upon Swale, or bearing right up Catton Moor Lane to join the A167 and motorway links beyond. We hope you enjoy your stay!

Site type

Motorhome pitches 5
Open all year
Opens
Please note
  • This site has no on-site toilet and shower facilities.
  • Guests under the age of 18 are not allowed on site.
  • Bookings must not be for more than 3 consecutive nights.
  • No gas barbecues allowed.
  • No charcoal barbecues allowed.
  • No electric barbecues allowed.

Languages spoken

English

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Features

Adults only

Dogs allowed

Leisure on site

Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area TV room Take away Tennis Watersports

Amenities on site

Bath available Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Local produce Off licence Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Picnic table Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Adults only Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Peaceful Walkers' paradise Wild camping Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby

Type

Tiny (1-10 pitches)

Accessibility

Accessible parking at pitch

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Indoor pool nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby

Location

Serenity on the Swale

Catton Lane

Topcliffe

Topcliffe

North Yorkshire

England

YO7 3RZ

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)

GPS

54.18177°N
-1.40112°W

Route directions

what3words location: exile.buggy.incursion

Nearest transport

Coach
4.2 mi Market Place
5.8 mi Bus Station Stand 1
12.3 mi Bus Stn Stand A
Rail
3.4 mi Thirsk Rail Station
10.6 mi Northallerton Rail Station
12.3 mi Knaresborough Rail Station
Ferry
28.6 mi Transporter Bridge South Side
28.8 mi Transporter Bridge North Side
Airport
22.8 mi Durham Tees Valley Airport
24.1 mi Leeds Bradford International Airport

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

Local attractions

The location is west of the former Topcliffe flour mill and the weir can be enjoyed on route along the lane to the village which offers a choice of two pubs and a post office/shop. A mobile fish and chips van pulls up in the centre on a Friday evening. Local fresh produce and culinary delights can also be found at Catton kitchen (see Facebook page) not far away just outside Catton. They are open 10am - 2pm on Fri, Sat and Sun.

Must see

Fountains Abbey 8.4 mi

Rievaulx Abbey 12.6 mi

Rievaulx Terrace & Temples (NT) 12.9 mi

Beningbrough Hall 13.6 mi

Duncombe Park 13.7 mi

National Trust

Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal Water Garden 8.4 mi

Rievaulx Terrace 12.9 mi

Brimham Rocks 13.5 mi

Beningbrough Hall and Gardens 13.6 mi

Mount Grace Priory 14.1 mi

Cycle routes

Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.

Other

NORTON CONYERS 4.6 mi

Battle of Boroughbridge, 1322 5.8 mi

Boroughbridge - River Ure - Myton-on-Swale - Milby 6 mi

NEWBY HALL 6 mi

Battle of Myton, 1319 6.1 mi

Local events

  • Great Yorkshire Show (Tuesday 8 July 2025 – Tuesday 8 July 2025)

    Harrogate, North Yorkshire 14.3 mi

  • Harrogate Autumn Flower Show (Friday 19 September 2025 – Friday 19 September 2025)

    Ripon, North Yorkshire 15 mi

  • Leeds Festival (Thursday 21 August 2025 – Thursday 21 August 2025)

    Wetherby, West Yorkshire 21.6 mi

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

Offers

Conditions apply - see pitch type section for details

Nearest sites

Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable sites.

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Serenity on the Swale have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Serenity on the Swale dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Serenity on the Swale? The location is west of the former Topcliffe flour mill and the weir can be enjoyed on route along the lane to the village which offers a choice of two pubs and … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Serenity on the Swale?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  11 a.m. –  8:30 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Serenity on the Swale? From £10 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.