St Michaels Lodge, St Michael's Lodge, Hudswell, Richmond, DL11 6BW

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Experience the beauty of Swaledale from this historic building close to the Coast to Coast walk.

The former village church of St Michael has been beautifully converted by the local community into a welcoming lodge, offering private en-suite bedrooms and shared communal areas, including a well-equipped self-catering kitchen.

Retaining many original features, the lodge has been developed to cater specifically to walkers, cyclists, and tranquil visitors interested in exploring the stunning landscape of Swaledale.

There are 16 beds across six private en-suite rooms, each sleeping between 2 and 4 people. Guests can relax in the communal lounge or enjoy the outdoor seating area. Facilities include ample parking, drying room, secure bike storage, and EV charging points.

Located in the village of Hudswell—just outside the historic market town of Richmond—the lodge offers a unique opportunity to stay in a historic building with modern comforts. Hudswell itself is home to a community-owned shop and pub, making it a well-serviced yet tranquil base.

Close to the iconic Coast to Coast walking and mountain biking routes, the lodge is set to become a classic stop for adventurers and nature lovers alike.

Come and experience the charm and beauty of Swaledale from this truly special place to stay in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales.
St Michael's Lodge was the former Church of Hudswell. Keeping many original features the Church has been transformed into a 16 bed lodge catering for walkers and cyclists,with 6 en-suite private bedrooms, a cozy communal area, drying room & kitchen. Outside, there is a seating area & secure bike store.
The former village church of St Michael has been beautifully converted by the local community into a welcoming lodge, offering private en-suite bedrooms and shared communal areas, including a well-equipped self-catering kitchen.

Retaining many original features, the lodge has been developed to cater specifically to walkers, cyclists, and tranquil visitors interested in exploring the stunning landscape of Swaledale.

There are 16 beds across six private en-suite rooms, each sleeping between 2 and 4 people. Guests can relax in the communal lounge or enjoy the outdoor seating area. Facilities include ample parking, drying room, secure bike storage, and EV charging points.

Located in the village of Hudswell—just outside the historic market town of Richmond—the lodge offers a unique opportunity to stay in a historic building with modern comforts. Hudswell itself is home to a community-owned shop and pub, making it a well-serviced yet tranquil base.

Close to the iconic Coast to Coast walking and mountain biking routes, the lodge is set to become a classic stop for adventurers and nature lovers alike.

Come and experience the charm and beauty of Swaledale from this truly special place to stay in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales.

This accommodation is featured on our map of Yorkshire and Lancashire and here is its own website.

Availability

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Details

  • Beds & Rooms:

    16: 3x2, 1x3, 2x4
  • Open:

    All year
  • Price per night:

    From £79 for a private room for 2 people. From £159 for a private room for 4 people.
  • Booking:

    Please book online or phone.
  • Directions:

    On Hudwells Lane 500m after the George and Dragon pub when coming from Richmond.
  • Public Transport :

    Nearest train station is Darlington (16 miles). 50 mins walk from Richmond where there are a variety of buses.
  • Walks :

    Wainwright's Coast to Coast Walk Mountain Bike Coast to Coast
This accommodation is featured on the following pages
Family Friendly Hostels with firepits and campfires En suite rooms Yorkshire Dales National Park Eco Hostels Close to a Pub Individuals welcome Village Halls Charitable Accessible to disabled people Accommodation for Cyclists New to the Independent Hostels Network

This accommodation is available at the following peak times

Available August Bank Holiday 2025 Available October Half Term 2025 Available February Half Term 2026 Available Easter 2026 Available May Day Bank Holiday 2026 Available Spring Bank Holiday or Half Term 2026

Facilities

cPrivate rooms
&Family rooms
rAccessibility features
dBedding provided
gFully heated
oMeals available locally
kSelf catering facilities
'Bike/equipment store (lockable)
iDrying room
lShop
[WiFi

r Accessibility Info

Every effort has been made to make this listed former church as accessible as possible. Their detailled accessibility statement will give you all the information you need. ..Click for photos and more

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News & Offers from St Michaels Lodge

Walking & Cycling in Hudswell, Richmond North Yorkshire

July 9th 2025

2 nights for the price of 1 throughout July at St Michael’s Lodge. This relaxing Lodge set in the tranquil village of Hudswell, a stones throw from the Yorkshire Dales. This fabulous lodge offers 6 en suite rooms, a communal area & kitchen. A drying room for those wet days, secure bike storage for 16 bikes, a BBQ area with fire pit & breathtaking view all around. The Lodge can be booked as a whole or by the room.

To check out the website visit stmichaelslodge.com or call on 01748 343022 or 07521 158338
For direct email contact please email [email protected]

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St Michaels Lodge: A hostel that ticks so many ECO boxes

June 12th 2025

This former redundant village church has been repurposed by the community into an ECO friendly hostel. With solar panels on the roof, electric charging points for both cars and bikes you can see that the charity running this fab new hostel are hot on keeping thier environmetal inpact as low as possible.

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