The Old Forge

The Old Forge - Double Door Entrance and Hexagonal Tree Picnic Table.
The old forge - double door entrance and hexagonal tree picnic table.
Hexagonal tree stump picnic table outside of the old forge.
The old forge - front view and parking.
Private garden with decking, picnic tables, parasol, decking over pond, and apple tree.
View of the forge from picnic table.
Private decking and table over pond.
Private decking over pond at night.
Sofa view from the old forge.
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  • The Old Blacksmith's Forge near Vibrant York!
A truly unique and breathtaking stay. The Old Blacksmith's Forge is hidden away in the picturesque Yorkshire countryside, with direct access to popular rural walks, a free on-site dog park, and direct views over the pond, forest, and countryside... you may never want to leave!

Site type

Lodges, cabins, pods or huts 1
Open all year
Opens

Languages spoken

English

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Features

Dogs allowed

Campfires 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

Baby-changing facilities Bath available Car parking by pitch/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette 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

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

Themes

Forest Lake and/or mountain Luxury Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise 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

Farm

Nearby leisure

Cycling nearby Restaurant nearby

Location

The Old Forge

High Belthorpe

Belthorpe Lane

Bishop Wilton

Bishop Wilton

East Yorkshire

England

YO42 1SB

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)

GPS

53.97715°N
-0.81194°W

Route directions

The best way to find The Old Forge, is by using our postcode on Google Maps, YO42 1SB.

Nearest transport

Coach
4.3 mi The Square
4.3 mi Stamford Bridge The Square
6.6 mi Fridaythorpe A166
Rail
10.7 mi Malton Rail Station
11.5 mi York Rail Station
13.7 mi Poppleton Rail Station
Ferry
27.3 mi Hull Ferry Terminal

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 Old Forge is situated right on a public bridleway the the idyllic Yorkshire countryside, and right on the edge of the stunning Yorkshire Wolds. A dreamy escape with easy access to the vibrant city of York - voted Best UK City To Visit 2024 (14 miles), famous Scarborough (31 miles) and the stunning beach of Cayton Bay (30 miles).

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Fraisthorpe 24.8 mi Sea N/AGoodGoodGood
Skipsea 25.3 mi Sea N/AGoodGoodGood
Wilsthorpe 25.3 mi Sea N/AGoodGoodGood
Bridlington South Beach 25.8 mi Sea N/AN/AN/AGood
Cayton Bay 25.9 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Air Museum 7.2 mi

The Arboretum - Kew at Castle Howard 10.6 mi

Castle Howard 10.6 mi

Kew at Castle Howard 10.7 mi

National Centre for Early Music 10.8 mi

National Trust

Treasurer's House 11 mi

Goddards Garden 12.2 mi

Beningbrough Hall and Gardens 16.5 mi

Nunnington Hall 17.1 mi

Rievaulx Terrace 22.9 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

Millington and Givendale 3.4 mi

Wandering in the Wolds: Millington to Huggate Wold 3.5 mi

Battle of Stamford Bridge, 1066 3.7 mi

ALDBY PARK 4.1 mi

HOWSHAM HALL 6.1 mi

Local events

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

    Wetherby, West Yorkshire 24.3 mi

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

    Ripon, North Yorkshire 27.9 mi

  • Harrogate Spring Flower Show (Thursday 24 April 2025 – Thursday 24 April 2025)

    Harrogate, North Yorkshire 27.9 mi

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

    Harrogate, North Yorkshire 27.9 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.

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does The Old Forge have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is The Old Forge dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near The Old Forge? The Old Forge is situated right on a public bridleway the the idyllic Yorkshire countryside, and right on the edge of the stunning Yorkshire Wolds. A dreamy escape with easy access to … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of The Old Forge?
    On-site accommodation
    Arrive:  3 p.m. –  Anytime
    Depart by:  10 a.m.
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