The Bull Inn in Hambleton

Visited this pub whilst on a break in a nearby lodge park. Lovely beer garden setting next to the river- lots of different levels on steep garden with open and covered seating. Food good, a pub style menu. Dated pub inside but we only sat outdoors. Only fault with the pub is a lack in hospitality and the impression that they are happier to serve locals. Seemed the change opening times each day and also seemed to have different rules around booking in. Whilst I am very supportive of COVID safely measures this pub goes to the extreme with entry refused without a mask and a bungee rope blocking the entry and you have to wait to be granted entry. Staff not very friendly, as if pained to be at work following a prolonged period off!Overall if you get passed the hostile entry system the beer garden area is worth a visit! However much nicer pubs nearby if you have a car- give the Stavely Arms or The Inn a try!

Ace. Good ale, fabulous food & friendly, helpful staff. Both of us and our dog were made really welcome and despite staff shortage due to covid pinging we couldn’t have been better looked after. If we’re in the area again we’ll definitely be back in.

Staff really friendly polite and helpful, despite shortage of staff due to pinging food arrived in good time. All family enjoyed their main courses burgers, gammon, steak pie and fish and chips, those who managed to fit in a dessert were well impressed with sticky toffee pudding and brownies. Overall a great experience would definitely recommend and return if staying in the local area.

Tried to book a stay, as we had received an Activity Superstore voucher as a gift. I followed the instructions on the Bull Inn website which said we'd need to book by phone. The woman was excruciatingly unhelpful..., and then hung up.Was planning to add to the voucher and extend the stay, but definitely won't be staying here. What a farce.

We arrived at the Bull to be advised (by a rude, bad mannered man, with a checked shirt and navy shorts that yes, food was available but a slight delay..... that was fine with us so we ordered our drinks and then the nice waitress came to take our order.... we ordered a sharing platter only to be told that no, we couldn’t have food as the kitchen was under pressure and may run out of food!?! There were only two people in the kitchen......we were offered no alternative food, not even just a portion of chips. The waitresses were really nice this is no reflection on them.

Popped in for a couple of cold sandwiches whilst passing by .The staff were attentive. The waiter Liam was so friendly and looked after us, The river view was amazing and I really enjoyed our meal, Well done to all the hard worker . Would recommend coming.

Popped in for drinks after long walk to discover a most peaceful and beautiful beer garden. Decided to book a meal for following night. Good, decent pub food. Good prices but the best part were the staff. Exceptionally pleasant and hard working. Didn't get the names but well done, keep up the good work.

We had read good reviews about this pub, so when we arrived for a one week break locally we decided to go there on our first night for a meal. We were very disappointed with the standard of our meals. We had a Yorkshire sharing plate for a starter which was one sausage, some cheese, ham, pickle and crackers. This was not great. Then i had a fish and chips which tasted as if it had been made earlier and warmed up again, I couldn’t eat it. My hubby had the steak pie, he was also disappointed and said that the pastry was very hard like it had been over heated in a microwave. I normally don’t like to complain but when asked how my meal was I couldn’t lie and asked had it been reheated as it was not good. I got no reply to that but they did offer to make me another fish which I declined. They also offered me a free dessert, which I also declined as We had already decided we wouldn’t eat there again. Such a shame as it was the only pub/restaurant local to our holiday retreat and had to travel further afield for the rest of the week to eat out. I would not recommend eating here unless they sort their food out.

The staff couldn't have been more friendly or helpful. The room we had overlooked the river, and was a bit noisy due to the kitchen below, but very peaceful once the pub stopped serving meals at about 8:30. Food was usual 'pub grub', but well cooked and tasty. Breakfast was good. We stayed here about 18 months ago, and it was just as friendly then.

Staying in the local area, we were recommended a visit to the Bull Inn. However, we were quite disappointed, especially by the food, which left a lot to be desired.The steak and ale pies were very disappointing; the pastry was rock-hard and the filling was quite tough. They had clearly been reheated a few times, and some bits of meat were so hard they were inedible.Our steaks were fine, but overpriced - especially when adding a sauce for an extra £3.50 each. The medium rare steak was a bit too well-done, but the rare steak was good.The scampi was over-cooked, and it tasted as though the chips were cooked in the same oil. Generally, all the chips were very greasy and had a strong taste of reused oil.The service was fine, though it did feel a bit disorganised. We were sat outside in the pub garden under a marquee (which was very welcome as it started to rain), but the table was small for six adults.Overall, fine for a drink but would not recommend eating there. There are places with better food nearby. The pub has lots of potential, particularly with the beer garden, but the food wasn’t good, unfortunately.

Very rude staff from the moment we walked through the door, I suspect this is because we are holiday makers and they don't expect us to return again. I would not recommend wasting your money here the food is average but expensive. We asked to speak to a manager or senior member of staff but they didn't want to speak to us. We cancelled our deserts, left and definitely wont return.

rang to book. explained that we were being careful with covid and needed to sit outside (I'm pregnant so keeping to outdoor things) and was told if that was the case we shouldn't be coming! man was rude and offhand. As a result we cancelled our booking. such a shame as we have visited a number of years ago but this is not what you expect from the hospitality industry.

We booked a table for our evening meal, as we were staying nearby. I have just read previous reviews - but that was NOT our experience. Staff were friendly and attentive and good natured. It was a warm night so we chose to sit in the garden overlooking the river. Beautiful views, so peaceful. My partner had Steak & Ale pie - his reaction - WoW, I had ham salad, the ham was very tasty.I had a tiny bit of fat on the ham which I put on the edge of my plate, when I finished eating a little robin came into the table, right up to my plate to steal the fat, loved it.

Booked for a meet up with friends & our 3 year old sons. Met by tense, rude staff. 45 minute wait for food & told our children shouldn't be out of their seats (they were not running riot but standing by our table & no guests were batting an eyelid, just the staff) This ruined the meal. No dessert offered as we'd run out of time due to long wait for mains. Shame as food & location very good.

Fabulous spot trading on the geography of the pub as nothing good can be said of our visit. This village is in my DNA and I've stayed in the past and I've recommended it to friends too for a visit, but on Saturday we encountered aggressive officious unwelcoming staff and over worked waiter/waitress taking 30 mins for our drinks order to arrive. If you go wear your tin hat for the welcome at the door.

Rang to make a booking. A very rude man answered the phone. Why on earth would you employ someone in the hospitality sector who has no customer care skills whatsoever and actually loses business. As a result of his rude response we decided to go elsewhere. I note other reviewers have experienced the rudeness and attitude of this individual. Management take note!

Beautiful relaxing location. The beer garden overlooks the river. Food is good. Sunday roast was fab, the gravy is rich and flavoured and roast pots are delicious. Only small criticism is the beef was a little chewy. But overall still really nice food. Cauliflower cheese was amazing. The staff are very chatty and friendly. Will be back when in the area again.

Stayed in the area on hols, enquired about a table via telephone and on foot on two separate days with a five year old in tow. Shocking service just got told fully booked - no sorry, try again another day etc. Very very cold, I can only presume because they are in the high tourist season they feel no need to be polite as currently do not need the custom. Needless to say, I promised that I would share my experience when I returned home. They really do not deserve the business. Quite upsetting to be honest.

gorgeous food, all made fresh you have a wait for the food, but this prooves its freshly cooked very covid safe, sitting outside in the tent set up right next to the river , beautiful setting

We had seen the Bull on the Sunday and it was busy but looked interesting and thought we would go another day. We rang in the morning and booked a table. When we arrived greeted at the gate and shown to our table. Plenty of space between tables and we were in the marquee which was comfortable. The service was friendly and efficient and the food very good. Fish and chips cooked to perfection and the sea food platter good. Not large portions but just right for us. First meal out since September so very enjoyable.

We booked in for a meal and arrived on time, was shown to a table and left for around 15 minutes. We then ordered and another 15 minutes nothing so had been sat at the table for over half an hour before our drinks came after we had alerted someone. It wasn't because they were busy as many other tables got their drinks. When the food came, about an hour after arriving it was luke warm and the pastry on the pie was Rock hard, I had to stab at it with the knife to break it. Also the fish and chips, the fish was on the small side.Pity really has this is a lovely location.

Had a nice meal and drinks, barman was really friendly and gave advice on places to visit and shared some local history.

Ate lunch here as a family of 5 on a Monday lunchtime, having pre-booked by telephone beforehand. COVID-19 measures seemed appropriate with NHS app scanning points outside & throughout the building, plus an additional local record being taken when we arrived. Food was fantastic, two kids meals and two adult meals all arrived piping hot. The steak and ale pie in particular was very tasty. Agree with other reviewers that the welcome could’ve been warmer, but overall a very good experience in these difficult times. Although we had booked ourselves other customers had not, however the staff were very accommodating when peopled just turned up at the door.

Had passed this pub on a number of occasions, remarking on its pretty setting and cosy appearance so were looking forward to trying it out. Maybe I should have read some of the previous reviews and gone elsewhere. The initial reception was so off putting that we almost did just that. Having waited on the step for well over five minutes (there is a rope across the door), trying to attract attention (a bell might help!) we were finally admitted by a man who appeared from behind the bar, in a very grudging manner. The request for Track and Trace details (something we did willingly) was delivered in an almost belligerent way. Menus were delivered in a similar somewhat abrupt style to the extent that at this point my husband considered walking out. Salvation appeared however in the waitress who was everything that her colleague was not. Friendly, smiling and efficient with a witty sense of humour she went out of her way to ensure that we were well looked after. The food was actually very good - an especial thumbs up for the carrot and cumin soup which was piping hot and very tasty served with a delicious bread roll. The Yorkshire platter comprising ham, cheese, sausage, pickles etc.. was also very good although I wasn't overly keen on the fried bread which came with it. Covid precautions throughout were excellent with screens between tables etc..Sadly, due to the attitude of the first member of staff I doubt we will be returning - such a pity as in almost every other respect this pub has so much to offer!

Called in for a drink today to find the guy waiting at the bar and in no hurry to let us in .I had to ask if we could come in and then we were sent out to track and trace which was fine, but had to give phone number and name as well ???We asked to sit in the beer garden but were told in no uncertain terms ONLY at the top of the garden under no circumstances go to the bottom even though we were the only ones in it. We had thought about going for a meal on the evening but found it so unpleasant thought better go somewhere else.Very disappointing indeed and we were trying to support local .

Just enjoyed a fantastic meal at the Bull Inn. This lovely pub never disappoints. Food as usual was of a high standard and the staff were very friendly. Very COVID secure and would highly recommend it to anyone.

Covid or not, I am very sad to write a negative review. Extremely poor service, we were not permitted to order drinks without food. High cost food, low standard of service, we were not made to feel welcome at all and we will never go back!! Poor quality food, warm drinks(when they eventually arrived). Long wait for everything including the bill.Incredibly disappointing overall. My advice........leave well alone!

Yes, we know Covid is not helping, but, an ignorant owner is unacceptable under any circumstances. We booked a two night stay, 4th/5th Sept, room very nice with lovely views. I had emailed ahead asking for a table to be reserved for both nights. It wasn't and we were seated in a back room alone with zero atmosphere. Ordered the fish and chips and didn't expect frozen chips for the price we paid. After eating sat back in main area which was very cold and draughty as all doors were wide open to allow staff to carry drinks etc outside. Had to pre-order breakfast. Water in bedroom lukewarm and bath childsize. At breakfast no cereals, yoghurt, fruit offered. We were asked if we wanted our room cleaning but we were happy to just have tea, coffee and milk replenished which it was leaving the used cups, saucers and glasses. Didn't bother eating there 2nd night. Wasn't asked what we wanted for breakfast the second morning. The grumpy owner did not even acknowledge us let alone ask where we had visited or planned to go. The lady serving breakfast was lovely as were most of the bar staff. You would never go there for a pleasant relaxing evening because of the zero atmosphere. And, if you need the advertised wi-fi in your room....forget it.

very disappointed in our experience tonight. Im not one for reviews unless warranted for amazing or poor service. Im afraid this was the latter. After waiting 40 minute for our first drinks and a further 10 minutes for our starters. The starter comprised of 4 mushrooms in a very watery mushroom sauce at £8 each. Needless to say i was very disappointed. By this time we were awaiting the main when asked to pay for the full bill in advance like we were going to run away. The main the arrived which was lovely but we had to eat in the dark as there were no table lighting and we were forced to use our phones to see out food. We booked a week in advance and when walking out under torch light

Walked in here through the front door at 21.15 on a friday night. 3 lads. We were hoping to come here Saturday night too as we were camping down the road. Saturday we would have been 12 people. Anyway walked in. Went to the bar for the stroppy lad behind the bar to look at us and instantly say ' were closed' 21.15 friday night. Lights on. Door open. People in there drinking. I live in yorkshire and I was very tempted to say many things here at this point and walk out. Buy a nice girl recovered the situation and let us sit outback for a couple of pints. I dont get it. Pubs are whining about struggling for business and then treat you like that when you walk in. That bar man was an arrogant ignorant so and so. The girl was very nice. But guess what. Covid and no covid. I will not be back. EVER. Even when camping down the road. Oh by the way Bull inn. We all went into masham instead on Saturday. Stop putting off your customers during these difficult times. Its madness and achieves nothing. I do apologise for walking into a pub through the front door and going to the bar. I'll re think my strategy next time. An awful experience. We will never be back.

Upon arrival we were greeted by precisely nobody. We then had to wait 5 minutes in the pouring down rain before being lectured on the covid-19 measures that were in place (we had no issue with this at all, although we would have preferred to be lectured under some shelter). Only one veggie option on the menu, a stark contrast to the menu on the website which had originally attracted us to the pub. Once we ordered our food we were abruptly asked to pay upfront. Food served on cardboard plates with wooden cutlery. Starters were ok, main course was ok, and they had run out of our selected dessert - the only saving grace was that we had the 50% discount from eat out to help out. It is now clear to us why we were forced to pay upfront, we would've probably done a runner!

When we booked there was only seating outside and looking at the weather we were ready to cancel. They guaranteed we would stay dry and when we got there they had opened up some seating inside. All covid safe and staff were great. We all enjoyed the food and despite only having 90mins guaranteed at the table we were able to stay longer. 3 and a half hours of eating, playing cards and a few drinks meant we had a nice break from the incredibly wet day!

We went for a drink on Saturday, Staff where rude to say the least, I am fully aware of the current situation but why do you need to collect your own drinks?? A staff member comes to the table to take the order then if you order food they bring this to the table. Why not drinks? After all that the glass one of the drinks came in still had lipstick on it!!!! Makes all the precautions a little pointless if you can’t even clean a glass.

Lovely tasty meal, friendly service, beautiful location, and nice to see someone taking the continuing Covid threat seriously. Wooden cutlery, paper plates, British weather, so what? Come on people, get a life!

Really disappointed with lunch experience today. I was reprimanded when I walked into the actual pub by mistake - if you don’t want people to enter through the door, put a sign ON the door!As for the food, poor quality and well overpriced. Steak pie was cold in middle. I would have rather taken my own cutlery and crockery than eat off a paper plate with a wooden knife and fork. Didn’t get the logic of having to go and collect own drinks? Or the logic in using disposable coffee cups when the cold drinks were in proper glassware? Most of the staff were very pleasant but as for the lady with dark hair that took the money and shouted the table numbers (not wearing a mask) she needs to go on a customer services course! Won’t be back.

There are some positives worth pointing out here to begin with to give a fair and balanced view - they fitted us in on Sunday lunch time at very short notice. We had a nice table location under a gazebo and the view over the river is lovely. All of the staff we encountered were very pleasant and helpful. Unfortunately the negatives are around the food. Putting aside how difficult it must be for them to know the best way to deal with the COVID-19 situation i.e. paper plates, wooden cutlery, etc, not something I would choose ideally but I expected some of that, so fine. The food was very disappointing - an over cooked or overheated pie with very average veg and gravy and average sausages with lumpy mash. The soda with the white wine was very flat. So whilst there are pleasant surroundings, the food really let it down for us that day I’m afraid.

We visited at night and whilst I appreciate COVID means we ALL need to adjust, this was something else. We were seated at a table down under a tree which was fine and had a lovely view of the river. The table however was soaking wet and covered with leaves, I asked for some paper towel to clean it and was told 'yeah the trees drip'...well we had booked so you knew we were coming and a little attention to detail would help.A rather abrupt waitress asked for our order, we had chosen our drinks and asked if we could order them first then food, we were told in no uncertain way 'we take food and drink order together'. Why? We literally cannot fathom this approach? We have to go up to the make shift bar to collect them anyway and you offer table service ordering for further rounds of drink. So why did we have to wait for everyone to look at the one menu between 7 you gave us before we could order? The place was by no means full of people. Anyway, we eventually ordered with a new lovely waitress.After a long long wait we were approached to the table to tell us our drinks were ready. Be warned, you have to carry your drinks down three flights of stairs back to your table, past the big smelly refuse bins ready for you to clean up into. Also, you have to pay there and then, so the unlucky one who went to get the drinks had to pay the whole bill!FoodVery very average, probably more poor than average actually. The pie was horrible we fed it to the dogs we had with us. We had to ask for more chips as the portion was so unbelievably small and the gravy was like water. The veg was soggy and awful too. The risotto was apparently tasty, but the smallest portion they literally finished in about 10 mouthfuls. The only one to reasonably enjoy their meal was the fish and chips!Overall, the paper plates, wooden cutlery and lack of effort to make this a reasonable dining experience and terrible food I would not reccomend. The view makes it slightly less depressing but that's about it. Again, I know covid rules have hit many hard and we were excited to support local businesses, but covid does not excuse poor food quality, the need for paper plates and cutlery (everywhere else can manage with proper plates and cutlery?) And lack of supervision of the team.Such a shame really.

We arrived for a meal tonight and we knew things wouldnt be as they have been due to covid. We didn't expect too much however, our experience was much worse than expected.We were sat under a parasol in the rain with no heater. The plates were disposable and the cutlery wooden. My husband had sirloin steak which at £22.95 I thought over priced he also had blue cheese sauce which was cost at £3.50 a total of £26.45. The portions were extremely small and he had to request a steak knife or cut it with the wooden knife.I had sausage and mash with no veg as advertised. There were people leaving because they were sat in the rain! A gentleman was offered the opportunity to get his own parasol and put it up? They will need to up their game as there are restaurants in nearby villages offering better meals, better seating arrangements and better service. I suggest you ask what's on offer before you go and cancel your table unless it's nice and sunny. Our neal was £65.00 with drinks ( a glass of wine each) we had a starter which wasnt up to much either. It may have been better if the owners had spent another week sorting the inside of the pub properly or at least sorting seating outside where there are heaters and it is undercover. We wont be back until it improves.

Not very good I’m afraid. The Sunday lunch was the best of the food we had The veg were perfect and the Yorkshire pudding. Gravy good. Meat was tasty but wow it was tough. Needed a chain saw to cut it ! Presentation good But our other meals were nothing special Especially for the price. Gammon really salty with just very ordinary chips Children’s sausage and chips nothing special. Especially for the price. And the cheese and ham sandwich was awful. A dry great chunk of bread. Totally off putting to a normally very good eating child. Came with about 6 tiny dry little bread sticks. And one cold raw tomato sliced into 4. What child would eat that. Awful presentation Table wobbled every time we cut. Suppose we were pressing quite hard to try and cut our beef up. It’s a beautiful picture postcard location. Garden going down to the river. Sorry. Food wasn’t as good as many more places in the area can do. And prices too high

Too expensive for what u get, portions r small and tasted sh.t! Tables and chairs r not comfortable at all! Table was wobbly!

Nice place for a drink and food. Plenty of choice of good quality food. Made very welcome. Went with my wife, daughter, son-in-law, and two grandchildren. Something on menu for everyone. Would go again.

Been coming to west tanfield for afew years now staying in nearby lodges. We love the village and the 2 pubs. We drove up from pontefract today just for a meal and as always never disappointed.My wife had the pie which is always full and tasty and I had the Turkey roast. Out daughter had the fish and chips. All the food was exceptional and staff likewise. Will hopefully be returning in the near future. Such a beautiful place feels a million miles away from our daily lives.

During our trip to North Yorkshire we went for an early dinner to the Bull Inn..It had been recommended by the owners of the nearby lodge we were staying in..We settled for a glass of wine and fish and chips.. There’s no doubt it was certainly of a really good standard.. With great homemade chips, very tasty mushy peas and first class tartare sauce... The place was very homely with a roaring open fire and a good vibe..It looks like a great pub to have a few drinks with friends as well as a very nice pub meal.. Give it a visit..

Visited at the end of a week long stay in village. Quite a quiet night which was unexpected during the school holidays. We were welcomed and immediately shown to our table. We had three good meals - sirloin steak, steak and ale pie and salmon. All three plates were clean at the end, the only criticism being the very poor quality and likely frozen veg which accompanied the pie. Would return if back in the local area as on the whole was a very pleasant visit

Went for a Sunday lunch with a few friends, as soon as we went into the bar we were greeted by a lady and the bar who was nice and welcoming. They provided a range of different roasts such as beef, chicken and turkey, I couldn’t decide so asked the waitress if I could have a slice of turkey and beef. The roasts was delicious will definitely be returning again.

Overcooked food, extremely busy and cramped. Really really disappointed, this was not what we expected!

While staying overnight at the Bull I decided to have a meal there and was glad I did. It was so much better thanthe usual 'pub grub' and the real ale was superbly maintained

Firstly my husband had the gammon and he thoroughly enjoyed it.I had the steak and ale pie and sadly this was very poor, it was completely burnt - even the top of the pie was missing because I think it was too burnt to serve - the pastry I did have was so hard I couldn’t cut through it. The chips were covered in salt and I really couldn’t taste anything but salt in the whole meal.

Great pub for either a meal or beer or both !! Friendly staff and great veiws of the river Ure from the amazing beer garden . Highly recommend to anyone traveling in the area

We had not booked anywhere to eat after the races but the bull were able to accommodate us near the time we were eating. The pub foot was great and at a reasonable price.

This pub sits in on the river Ure. It has a terraced garden to the bank and the arches of the stone bridge. They welcome dogs and brought a bowl of water. Seafood platter was yummy and generous. The trio of sausages with mash and onion gravy and steak and ale pie are to be recommended-eve the tame robin enjoyed the feast. The sticky toffee pudding with ice cream is up there as one of the best. The staff were smiling and very helpful- service excellent- they deserve best pub awards. Enter next time!

A lovely sunny friday after a walk round HackFall decided on our way home to have a drink and sit out overlooking the river.The pub was steady and several members of staff were around,No warm greeting or any other type for that matter.We were served by an older man behind the bar who didn't seem to want to be there.We ordered a pint and as I was unsure what to have said I would like to try the same first before deciding.No offer of a taster so tried the pulled pint and then ordered half of the same.Enjoyed the drink and view but was disappointed with the welcome and having since looked on trip advisor see that we are not the only ones who noticed his manner.

Was meeting friends for lunch and decided to give this pub a try due to a friend recommending it to me.

We love the Bruce, the welcome is genuinely lovely but how could this sister pub be so bad? Basil Fawlty reincarnated.

We arrived at the Bull late after a stressful journey, and found the pub a very welcoming place. The food and wine were very good, and the staff all exceptionally friendly and helpful. The seating inside and out is very pleasant. Highly recommended if you are in the area.

Great pub with the beer garden running down alongside the stone bridge to the river Ure. You can see ducks, kingfisher, oystercatchers, trout and occasionally a Salmon!

We have eaten here quite a bit over the last ten years and always been made to feel welcome, even when the pub has been busy. Oh dear, what has happened this year? Having read other reviews we know we are not alone in our opinion. We’ve eaten here twice in the last couple of months and both times have had to put up with the same surly barman who seems to feel he is doing you a great favour by providing you with a menu. This time he got the drinks order wrong too - there were only two of us so it shouldn’t have been difficult - but we couldn’t be bothered pointing it out given his poor attitude to customer service. The Bull can’t afford to rest on its laurels just because it won an award a few years ago. It won’t matter to tourists who won’t be eating there again but repeat customers will vote with their feet. The area is not short of places to eat with courteous staff!

We had a lovely and relaxing afternoon in the beer garden and then returned for a meal at night. Food was delicious 😋

A few of my family members were enjoying a nice Saturday afternoon drink at The Bull as we live locally and have been in on a number of occasions. Unfortunately an emergency happened at home, and I tried their mobiles first but knowing the signal is terrible I rang the pub direct. I was greeted by the most unhelpful man I have ever spoken to. I described my family members and asked him if he could ask one of them to come to the phone quickly, his reply was “no, there are hundreds of people in the beer garden, I’m not going down there”. So I hung up the phone as I needed help at home and had to call someone else.

I was taken for lunch with friend, I ordered black pudding and salad. There were five of us, the order was rushed and consequently one person was left out. No apology was offered and the rest of us ate whilst he waited.

Arrived for a pre-booked table a little early. Bought a drink and we were very underwhelmed by the customer service skills of the man behind the bar, who was dismissive and unfriendly. We were shown to a small table in the corner of a cramped room next to the bar area. Unfortunately, it was impossible to have any kind of conversation due to a large table taken up by two families with young toddlers, who in the boiling heat and at past 7pm, were beside themselves with tiredness and understandably crying and shouting. Not the children's fault but not very thoughtful seating on behalf of the staff and certainly not a relaxing or pleasant atmosphere for a meal out. We had a look at the menu and watched as two unappetising meals were brought out to a couple on a neighbouring table. Unfortunately, within five minutes, the lady in question sent her salad back, audibly saying it was disgusting. On top of all of this, we sat for fifteen minutes and nobody came to take our order. The whole experience was genuinely unpleasant. I can't comment personally on the quality of the food as we decided to take our chances elsewhere and leave. At that point, we had to queue for a further 5-10 minutes in the stifling heat to pay for the 2 drinks on our tab. When we finally reached the bar, neither of the barmen asked us why we were leaving a pre-booked table nor apologised for our experience. The senior member of staff kept his back to us and did not even turn around nor acknowledge us. All in all, a disappointing and unpleasant experience. We won't be returning and wouldn't recommend this pub to anybody else either. A pity as the beer garden outside next to the river is lovely.

Got to be the best beer garden in Yorkshire river runs along the bottom , you can have a lovely pint and watch the kingfisher , lovely seating area and is kept spotless, didn't eat but all food looked good visit on a sunny day you won't want to leave

visited here a few times while staying at Sleningford mill caravan site . The beer garden is lovely , right next to the river . On the last night , we decided to have a meal in the beer garden . My husband ordered the pie and chips , I ordered gre burger .

Yes, that's the billing. Poor Yorkshire.

Range of food tried - burgers, pie,steak etc. All was very good. The bar is very small so getting served drinks could take a while but altogether a very good experience in a lovely setting - right next to the river Ure. Beautiful beer garden - we sat outside under a large gazebo - perfect for kids and the dog!!

We had tables booked for a meal on the first night of our stay, the food was delicious with only a short wait and the portions were huge

Having a mid week break and went to The Bull for a meal, staff were excellent and very friendly. Food was very nice and we are going back before we leave. 😁

We went to the Bull Inn the other day and at 18-45 it was packed. We hadn't booked but they let us have a reserved table that needed to be vacated by 20-00. I ordered the meat pie which was delicious and it was served with a variety of vegetables cooked to perfection. My wife ordered the sea bass which she said was also delicious. The prices were very reasonable and the drinks also. I would advise to book a table as it seems very popular.

We have lunched with these fiends in this pub several times over the past few years. The first time was approx 5 years ago when the service and food were excellent. Since then, each visit has been a little less pleasurable than the previous visit.( I don't know why we keep returning).That said, this latest visit just added insult to injury.

Living fairly local, we visit this pub a lot and once again the place is let down by the barman who was devoid of any form of acceptable customer service and is downright rude. When serving a queue of people, it is not acceptable to bark out " Next". We were 10 minutes before the advertised end of food service and it was like he was doing us a favour by even taking our order. I asked for a burger and was greeted with " No burgers left". Perhaps " I'm sorry we've been really busy today and there no burgers left; is there anything else you might like" might have been more appropriate. It is not the first time I have witnessed his grumpy miserable demeanor. It's not rocket science but first impressions count for a lot and a smile and basic manners go a long way in the hospitality industry.

The room was pleasant though a little squeezed down the sides of the bed. The bed linen was beautifully white and fresh, the pillows soft and everything was comfortable.

Called in for lunch waitress brought the menu then came to take our order which was pork pie and mushy peas and grilled halloumi salad with mustard and honey dressing half a cider and half a beer .we waited while at least ten people were served and still no drinks we asked the waitress for the drinks which came after more locals were served.our meals came 3bought in mini pork pies with a ramekin of peas and gravy ,my salad was covered in balsamic vinegar had to ask for the dressing which when it came the waitress knocked my still full half of cider over my salad so now 3dressings on it all over me and my husband surprising how far it goes .the portion of chips were so salty I could have done with a drink!the waitress apologised and offered another drink which I declined but when I paid the bill I was still charged for a cider !I told the man on the bar I wasn't paying for a drink I was now wearing to which there was no apology just well no one told me !

Recommended by The Old Coach House B&B; where we were staying; 5 minutes away by car. Great welcome, friendly staff and locals and fantastic food at a reasonable price. Roaring fire in the dining area and lovely atmosphere.

We visited here with our friends, their baby and our 4 spaniels while staying at Riverdale Lodges - the food was fantastic, hot, tasty and service first class. The dogs were welcomed ( despite one escaping his lead trying to enter the kitchen and meet the chef - sorry!! ) we will definitely return when we revisit in the summer and hopefully we can sit in the lovely beer garden overlooking the River Ure

Visited the Bull twice whilst on a short break. Fabulous pub with friendly staff, good atmosphere and great food.

I recently came here with a few of my friends for lunch on the way back from Masham and I found the food was just disappointing, the pie was dry with the filling being awful with no veg inside just dry meat, the chips were undercooked and the veg was over cooked. My friend had the fish and chips which was soggy and unappealing, the bar staff were rude and overall the entire experience was disappointing, if in the area I would personally stay away from the place.

We enjoyed a great meal at The Bull, service was a little slow -but there was only one waiter serving the tables and when the food did arrive it was perfect, cooked fresh and large portions. Highly recommend for a great pub meal and friendly atmosphere.

It’s so nice to be warmly greeted by all the staff including the owner nothing too much trouble menu fully explained we couldn’t have asked for more

Licensee Andy and staff welcome us even though it was past 3pm today offered us a table drink and took our order-the meals were well served hot and good value will recommend to friends and family and definitely visit again-only 1 hr from home

Delicious selection of pub food beautifully presented , well flavoured and cooked to perfection The service was friendly and efficient and a warm welcome was given to everyone. Well worth the 1 hour drive for a delicious meal.

Always eat here when staying at nearby cedar retreats. Its a lovely country pub with a stunning river side beer garden which would be brilliant in summer.

We were recommended this place as we were staying locally. We had the tomato and tarragon soup which was so delicious. My husband chose the steak and ale pie which came in a big slice with gravy and a separate serving of chips and veg. Lovely crispy pastry and packed full of lean meat. He said it was the best pie he had ever eaten! We can't wait to come back! Lovely friendly staff too!

We were looking for somewhere to eat that allowed dogs in, The Bull Inn were happy for us to bring our dog into the bar area and were very accommodating of him even giving him treats and lots of attention. The food was great and all the staff were very pleasant and friendly. Will definitely eat here again when in the area.

No meet & greet, very grumpy barman - doing us a favour to serve attitude. Smoke filled room - COLD bedroom no heating on, very noisy - bathroom like faulty towers....

Quaint pub by the river. Award winning beer garden. Excellent food. Very friendly landlord/ landlady👍🏻 Highly recommended!

Six of us had Sunday lunch here which was recommended to us by previous guests at Cedar Retreats. All started well, nice atmosphere in the restaurant and a friendly reception by staff. However after waiting what seemed like an eternity, our meals arrived one by one over a period of about 5 minutes. We then had to wait a further 5 minutes for the veg to arrive which wasn’t sufficient for 6 of us. Needless to say our meals were lukewarm at this point and the veg wasn’t piping hot either which made for a rather disappointing meal overall. Two of us asked for our meals to be reheated which were done swiftly but again they were returned not having been heated sufficiently. We asked for another round of drinks which took about 25 minutes to arrive. All in all not a good experience and we certainly won’t be returning to this restaurant in future.

We went there as was recommended by Cedar Retreats where we was staying.

Super authentic riverside pub offering excellent food and drink in a delightful country village north of Ripon

We booked a table on Saturday evening - we got a drink at the bar and were shown to our table. The food is delicious service was very friendly and welcoming - the chips are gorgeous and the steak pie was huge with lovely big chunks of meat in a rich gravy. Hubbie had a steak which he said was cooked perfect (rare).

What a pleasant surprise. Found this pub on the off chance. What a friendly welcome and we fancied the halloumi chunks but service had just finished. Not a problem. Our snack was brought out and did not disappoint. Will definitely visit again.

The food is outstanding. It's the service and friendliness of the Staff that makes this well worth a visit. In a beautiful setting

Had dinner here whilst staying in the dales as it was recommended by a friend. Served by a lovely young woman who was really friendly and chatty and it was great to sit down in such a lovely pub with a candle and the fire was lit.

Really welcoming and friendly staff. Good menu choices and warm atmosphere. Had a great burger and my wife had the steak pie. Both really excellent. Fresh vegetables and some of the best chunky chips I've ever had! Fully deserves the awards it has won. Couldn't fault it.

Staying just around the corner from this place so decided to have a meal. I picked the Rib eye and my wife chose the fish and chips. All though mine was lovely it was a touch expensive, My wife fish was not good chips excellent home made tartare sauce excellent the fish let it down.

The place was recommended by hostess at West Tanfield Lodges. She gave it a raving review. Thought we'd call after taking the kids swimming in Northallerton. They wanted McDonalds.

The restaurant is small, beyond the bar. The menu is not very extensive, but all of the food is well made and tasty.

This place is great. It’s good value for money. We went on a sunny evening without booking and sat down by the river. The food was great and arrived quickly considering it was freshly cooked, which is what you want when eating out with kids.

Visited without a booking, was very busy but the staff were very accomodating and found us a table for a quick meal.

In a small Yorkshire village this friendly and busy pub does excellent pub food, worth checking ahead to make sure there is space for you, well worth it

We were staying at The Old Coach House and in their info pack they recommend the Bull Inn at West Tanfield for somewhere to eat.