Swinton Park is the ancestral home of the Cunliffe-Lister family and is set in 200 acres of parkland, lakes and gardens. The castle is surrounded by the family estate in which guests have access to rivers, reservoirs, moorland, dales and beautiful countryside bordering the Yorkshire Dales National Park.

Sir Abstrupus Danby, memorably but inaccurately christened by a befuddled parson, founded the first residence at Swinton Park in 1695.

The parklands and a chain of five ornamental lakes were created in the 1760's, and the house metamorphosed into a 'castle' in the early 1800's with the addition of a tower, turrets and entirely fanciful battlements.

In 1882, the castle was bought by Samuel Cunliffe-Lister, and his great-great-great grandson, Mark, together with wife Felicity, have recently transformed the family seat into a luxurious country house hotel.

The sense of space and grandeur at Swinton Park is quite remarkable. Whilst steeped in history and tradition, the atmosphere is of warmth and hospitality. An arriving guest cannot fail but to feel at home.

Sunshine Special

For those in the know, the summer in Yorkshire is a really spectacular time to relax and enjoy the countryside. This is a very popular package, which Swinton Park are running again in 2009. If you are planning a stay at the castle July or August, why not extend your stay for a complimentary third night. All the castle ask of you in return is that you dine with us that night. Offer applies to Dinner, Bed & Breakfast bookings.

For more information please get in touch via the booking form.

 



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