The Fleece in Kirklees

Love the Fleece - go regularly for lunch. Food was excellent as always but new front of house man absolutely miserable. Was ignored for almost 5 minutes on entering - no ‘hello’ or ‘I’ll just be a minute’. No smiles, no chat. Staff here have always been exceptional so it was a bit of a shock. Didn’t let him spoil our lunch though.

Very disappointed with the service, food was ok, the guy who took the order had no personality at all, was like talking to a robot, no smile no interest in anything, couldn’t even be nice to the children, I think the flies that were flying about probably had more personality than he did. I won’t be returning. When your spending a considerable amount of money it would have been nice to be treated a whole lot nicer.

What a lovely meal and traditional pub food done too a high standard. Made to feel really welcome on arrival by the bar staff and owners and our dog loved the fuss and attention given by the staff. After searching the local area for somewhere to enjoy a pub evening meal (accompanied with our four legged companion 🦮😂🐕) we were not disappointed. Very good portion sizes and all home cooked. Would highly recommend attending this as a place to enjoy relaxed surroundings, high quality pub food with a good choice for vegetarians and meat eaters alike. 5* experience.

Popped in for some lunch after going for a walk. Very busy but they fitted us in with dog included. Lovely meals, very filling. Lovely touch that they do doggie treats. Very friendly staff and lovely traditional atmosphere.

After a good couple of hours walk around the beautiful surrounding area, my wife and I along with our two boys (7 and 5) and our four dogs were ready for a drink and a spot of late lunch. The Fleece did not disappoint, the staff were welcoming, professional and friendly. Helping us choose from their extensive menu to make sure our children received a lovely kids lunch that they wanted, whilst my wife and I had adult meals. All of the food was lovely and well priced. A great pub run by a great team, who really made all of us welcome. We’ll definitely be visiting The Fleece again.

Do not go here if you expect a family friendly meal. They don't have a kids meal for a reason. We eat out regularly and this has got to be the most unwelcoming experience we've ever had. Would not go back, even if they paid us next time.

This was an amazing find. We had a lovely walk in the shadow of HOLMe moss. We called in after our 5 mile hike and had a wonderful meal. The beer was excellent it was steak night and we had 2 steaks and a bottle of wine for £30. We knew we would get good value but didn’t expect excellent food and service as well. Thank you to all the staff a great find and we will be back.

We went to Holmfirth for the day and came across the Fleece while we were looking online for a nice pub for lunch. Decided to pop over in the car and so glad we did. Some of the best pub food we've had. The steak pie was amazing and the portions were huge. Dog friendly too and sell little pots of treats for the pooches.

For his birthday, my husband wanted a good steak pie in a proper pub. The Fleece provided both, and in quality and quantity. The waitress, Margaret, couldn’t have been more helpful. I have a gluten intolerance and she brought me separate menus. I had plenty of choices. I selected the Sea Bass which was a huge portion and totally delicious. The desserts were also a delight. The food was cooked to perfection and very tasty. We have never had a bad meal here and will most certainly return. Thank you.

Booked last minute for a table of 12 including a wheelchair and highchair (we weren't the easiest group to accommodate). Very impressed by how well they were prepared for us and the warm welcome we received. Service was relaxed but efficient. Staff were discreet but very helpful. Everyone really enjoyed their meal and all the food was of a very high standard. The meat pies were lean and tender. Fish was white and succulent. We didn't have desserts as we were all quite replete. Definitely intend to return and try some of the other delicious looking meals.

Village pub with traditional fare. Always of a high standard. Staff friendly and efficient even if we don't see Shirley much. Good guest ales - pity we have to drive there.

Visited for a third time this last weekend and had another super meal. Family of 5 and all enjoyed what we chose. I had the vegetarian sausage roast dinner which was lovely. The others had fish pie, lamb pie, burger and Barnsley chops. Portions were as big as ever, hot buttered veg and a big platter of chips. Puddings were excellent too! Thanks for another lovely meal!

We visited the pub on a busy Sunday evening and were seated in the restaurant which felt a little neglected and lacked the character that the rest of the pub has. The food was average at best. The roast meat ( I had beef and my husband had pork) was very dry and served with what tasted like gravy made with granuals. The veg was cooked nicely and not too soft, but this didn't make up for the rest of the meal.

I was staying in the area with family. Had two meals, both excellent. The staff were friendly and helpful with being intrusive and the atmosphere was very relaxed. Would definitely recommend - and the meat pies are some of the best I've every had!

My first visit to The Fleece! It was busy but we got lucky and managed to get a table. The staff were all working hard to serve the busy indoors and outdoors area. We had the filled baguettes. My beef baguette contained so much meat! This is a proper pub doing proper pub grub!

Visited here at lunchtime, pre booked that morning via the website. Service fantastic and ran like clockwork to say it was so busy. All smiling and super friendly. As though proud to work there. Food was superb, absolutely faultless. Between us we had belly pork, liver, burger, pie and Cumberland sausage. Exceptional. We then had a few puddings, special mention to the gooseberry crumble tart which was gone in seconds. It’s a fair drive for us but we will absolutely be back.

What a lovely village pub. Great home cooked food and excellent service in cosy surroundings. We had the fish and chips, the sea bass and the steak and ale pie and all were delicious 😋. Portions were huge.

This is a homely welcoming village pub offering good food offerings. We had a selection of starters from excellent pate and prawn cocktail to a special of broccoli and cauliflower soup. For main we can recommend the sea bass and especially the pies which were superb and accompanied by good chips. I can also recommend the liver and bacon which was well cooked. Good well kept real ales available too. Well worth a visit if walking at the nearby reservoirs.

Amazing food, service and atmosphere plus dog friendly with a shop on the side which sells pies cakes and takeaways, what more could you ask for. We've had the pie and the cod topper both amazing go there hungry!!!

We visited The Fleece for lunch today. Great lively atmosphere, friendly bar staff and incredible food. Would definitely recommend. Dog friendly too!

we'd driven past the Fleece during a few days in the area, and decided to visit for dinner. It's a lovely proper old fashioned village pub, and the ladies serving were friendly and jolly, always smiling. The place was very clean and tidy, the loos also very clean and well supplied which is a good thing! We had huge portions of very nice food, my husband had the moules mariniere as a starter and said it was big enough for a main course and the broth/sauce was lovely. I had garlic mushrooms on toasted brioche which was super, the sauce was so nice I pinched some of husband's bread to mop it all up ( could have done with 2 slices of brioche maybe?) . Then he had the steak and ale pie with chips, and I had a glorious pasta dish with goats cheese and a cream walnut sauce - with garlic bread. I was so full I could not quite finish it, but I wished I could have done! Definitely a place to recommend!

My wife and me booked for breakfast. We both ordered the full breakfast which came with unlimited tea or coffee. The breakfast certainly was a full one with two of everything. Also toast was included. Both managed to clean our plates. Didn’t need much else to eat for the rest of the day. Good value for money, can’t wait to go again.

Popped in for cooked breakfast on Saturday morning, the lady who served us was very attentive and friendly nothing was too much trouble. We had full English and sat outside, the food was very good quality and plentiful. Free top ups of tea and coffee included in the very reasonable price of £11.95. We will definitely return and would certainly recommend

An extravaganza of quality , flavour and value. A must visit pub on the outskirts of Holmfirth and the Peak District you won’t be disappointed.

Food absolutely amazing! James and Michelle are a credit to this pub! The service is exceptional the staff are so friendly and very welcoming thank you both so much for looking after us and recommending amazing meals on our week away! We will be back! Thank you

Lovely homely place . However one staff in a busy restaurant is not enough. Could not order coffee , so After a 15 min wait . Paid the bill. One member of staff however hard they work is not enough .

Our book club was held at The Fleece last night. Staff experienced, friendly and on the ball. The food delivered was extremely generous, piping hot and best of all tasted amazing. Two of the eight decided they could fit in a dessert and were not disappointed. A great catch up for the book discussion, friendly atmosphere and fabulous food. Thank you, Fleece! No doubt we will be back.

We stayed just outside Holme for 2 weeks in July and this Inn came very highly recommended to us. The reviews of a great pub and restaurant that wouldn't disapoint, were truly spot on. Great food from the chef, great hospitality from the team and a great range of drinks to compliment each occasion, or occasions as we went many times during our stay and the menu and the specials boards never once disappointed. Just be prepared for their generosity when the meals are brought. Thankyou for the hospitality folks.

What a lovely friendly place! Started with a coffee from the Pantry (only just managing to avoid the cakes) then a walk around the Reservoir followed by lunch. Service excellent and so friendly. Will be back.

The food was exceptional. If you like BIG portions, this is the place to have your lunch/dinner. Outstanding quality and quantity. Take a taxi/bus/designate driver, get comfortable and spend the afternoon/evening there. Very enjoyable experience. Best pub I've spent a couple of hours in in...

Superb service food and location. Right in a corner of Yorkshire well travelling to to enjoy superb food sourced locally. For all you folk in Lancashire do yourselves a favour and pop over the border for some Yorkshire hospitality

A lovely lunch time visit today. A very warm welcome from the staff. Nice beer selection too, I had a fabulous Japanese Craft Gin. Myself and my husband both had a main course and a desert. The portions were great, the quality of the food...

Stayed at the Hayloft over the road for five nights. Decided a few steps walk to the Fleece was fine after a day out. The food was exceptional so decided to go each night apart from Monday when it was closed. On each occasion the...

Was passing and came in for the Sunday lunch. Sat outside because the weather was nice. Ordered the mussels to start and it was like a main course !! Mussels were so fresh and big in a lovely mariner sauce. Then had the roast beef...

Terrible unwelcoming service. At the bar we ordered 2 pots of tea plus food then asked "can you make one a coffee instead?", the answer was "no, he's already making 'it'. So good customer service sacrificed for the sake of a tea bag. Went to...

Excellent and plentiful food, splendid ales and the best service. Looking forward to going again. Recommended.

The Fleece at Holme near Holmfirth is a lovely, cosy traditional pub. Good choice on menu, great service, delicious food and a really nice atmosphere. Would definitely recommend.

Short notice decision to stay in Huddersfield over the Easter weekend. Decided to go to the Fleece for a meal. On arrival all tables were reserved (1750), however the very helpful lady found us one, providing we could vacate by a certain time, which was...

We stayed nearby in an amazing cottage owned by the pub, Food and drink in the pub are excellent. The outdoor area looks pleasant but we were there in snow and cold when the comfortable interior with warm fires was just great. Also, the pub's...

Really like the tucked away position, a great range of Gins and other drinks and really good service whats not to like I had Belly Pork which was fantastic and noted a few other tables food all which looked really good

Proper old fashioned pub, substantial portions, good pint and a roaring fire. Already looking forward to our next visit.

The only complaints we had about our meals were that the portions were too big and we had to leave some! We needed the rest of the (highly recommended) Holmbrige and Holme Walk to walk it all off - and still felt stuffed when we...

Four of us ate there last night at 18:00. Great homemade pies, gargantuan portions: one main course between two would satisfy most appetites! My advice is to eat earlier as last orders on Sunday are 18:00 and the pub closes at 19:00 (pleasant and helpful...

Charming,friendly,well run remarkably good restaurant. The fleece inn offers everything you could want from a rural traditional pub. Set in breath taking scenery.Very warm welcome from lovely staff. Visited for a family Sunday dinner and had the best experience. Beautiful freshly made food and an...

Food not as described - they just could't be bothered to do it properly. We dropped in for drink and snack New Year's Eve lunchtime - they were fully booked but insisted we could sit at the bar and have a sandwich. I wish they...

I haven't been to this pub in about eight years and today it was even better than l remembered. The atmosphere was cosy and the food was incredible, but it was our lovely server who really made it special. Nothing was too much trouble, she...

After a bracing walk around nearby Yatehome on a chilly December day this charming and welcoming country pub was the ideal stop to warm up but, more importantly, satisfy the big appetites of my friend and I. There is an extensive menu along with a...

We stopped here for lunch on a wet and windy day out. We received a lovely friendly welcome and we're seated in the bar. The staff are lovely and really friendly and our order was taken quickly and our drinks arrived soon after. As this...

Me and my friend found this pub by accident while exploring the area on way back from Manchester,and what a find...amazing country pub with very friendly staff,the food was amazing,,the lamb pie was delicious..the little shop connected to the pub was beautiful, selling fresh pies...

Visited the pub for Fish Friday today the 30th. Great atmosphere and staff. Excellent draught beer. Fish pie and grilled salmon were excellent dishes. Highly recommend this great village gem. We'll be back,we'll done team.

Went today for a meal i had the cod with prawns beautifully presented and cooked. Vegetables very nice. My husband had the beef sandwich beef very tender . Service was very good and the price was good value . Will definitely be back. Lovley pub...

A lovely oasis after a walk in the hills. Convivial atmosphere, great outside dining facilities by friendly staff. Thoroughly enjoyed our meal.

The portions are fine but the cooking is not subtle. Roast lamb smothered in vinegary mint sauce, in the gravy as well. The only flavour was mint and vinegar! Very disappointing.

We visited this place yesterday evening on recommendation. I had the steak and ale pie and my partner the sausage and mash. I've never seen so much steak in such a huge pie! Service faultless quick and friendly. If you have a big appetite this...

The food was excellent, really nice and really enjoyed it. However, we were not told that there was a 2 hour slot and had a sligh comment from the staff about us being there too long, which we obviously didn’t appreciate. Staff should have made...

Called here last night as we’d been visiting the village. Friendly staff greeted us and sat us in a lovely corner. Served drinks immediately and given menus. Food took around 15 minutes to arrive and was all piping hot and looked delicious. Portions were huge....

Expected a home made quality Sunday lunch and was served overcooked beef,roast potatoes had been cooked and then heated in a microwave so were tough. The pastry on the chicken pie was soggy and came with a beef gravy .The chips had been kept warm...

Had a drive out to visit this lovely old pub. After reading the reviews on line, we were not disappointed!!! Food was gorgeous, and the portions were huge!! The beer battered fish, was probably one of the nicest I've had. And the sausages got top...

Called at The Fleece Inn whilst on a break in this fantastic part of the country. The food is outstanding! We both had the creamy garlic mushrooms as a starter then for mains my wife had chicken stroganoff I had the steak and ale pie....

I sincerely think that I have just tasted the best prawn cocktail in the world…. And I have traveled the world . The presentation the food the service is second to none . My partner had crab cakes also amazing the taste so fresh they...

If you visit, you won't be disappointed - proper traditional pub, well kept beers and absolutely delicious food well served by friendly staff a great place to eat. Portions are huge, be warned you'll need to work up a good appetite.

We stopped here for a meal on our way up to Scotland. The staff were friendly and welcoming and the food was served quickly and was delicious. The homemade tomato soup was the best we've had. My partner had their steak and ale pie for...

Met up with friends for Sunday lunch and had a delicious meal, all of our choices were very good as were the puddings, very busy but we had booked, service was excellent.

Called in here for the first time after a walk in the area and so glad we did. Lovely ambience , comfortable surroundings, very nice staff and gorgeous food! We will definitely be back to try other dishes on the menu.

Popped in for some lunch following a morning of walking and we weren’t disappointed!!!! The staff were friendly and the food was delicious!! An cute and cosy place that I would recommend to anyone driving past!!!

My friend lives the other side of the pennines and we chose somewhere halfway between us to meet for dinner. What a great choice! The pub is lovely and homely. The staff were very friendly and attentive and the food was gorgeous! Great size portions...

Loved the fleece today. What a gorgeous place. Service was lovely and all the main courses were so so good. We were a little disappointed with the scallop starter they were so small lacked butter and seasoning on the crumb. They said they were queenie...

We visit often The pub is situated in a mixture of farmland,and beautiful county side walking. The pub also has The Pantry right next door Which stocks,wonderful home made cakes,general groceries and is severed by a charming lady ,it even surprisingly sellsbottles of champagne! Inside...

Found the Fleece through a friend a few months ago, when he took us to the there for lunch. My wife and I visited a month ago for lunch and today we took our 3 grandchildren and their parents for a pre Christmas meal. The...

first Time I've been in a very long time nice warm welcome on entry food was very good especially the desserts staff were fab I would highly recommend

Definitely worth the drive through the snow for. Lovely warm, cosy, friendly atmosphere. Delicious food from starters to desserts with amazingly tasty mains in the middle served with fresh veg perfectly cooked. No complaints at all, lovely bottle of house chardonnay to compliment all the...

Despite the fact that it was their popular pie night (Thurs), they fitted us in and their seabass with stirfried vegetables was very good, although it had to be ordered before 6 PM when the pie menu kicks in. The latter offers substantial comfort food...

We stopped here by chance for lunch after a walk with our dog. The staff were so lovely and food was absolutely gorgeous. We really couldn't fault from start to finish. Thank you so much we will be back!

Even though the food choice was some what limited (due to the current situation) we all had a dish off of the specials board. Homemade Pie (Lamb, mint & veg) with peas and mash, Fish & Chips and finally Pork Belly with a black pudding...

Slow service, food not hot and limited menu. Not good enough! Did not want to make a fuss on the night as it was our friends birthday

A lovely little village pub in a quiet village location. We called in for a quick refreshment at the half way point of a very enjoyable walk from the centre of Holmfirth. Selection of drinks was good, the staff were friendly and good at their...

Best pie I've ever had . Great service too. Perfect little quaint country pub in a beautiful part of the world. Highly recommended.

Roast beef baguette, beef tough, horseradish put on not on the side.salad awful dressing. Wine cheap and nasty. Fish and chips tasteless. Worst meal in past year.

Sunday lunch at The Fleece at Holme, Holmfirth today staff excellent food even better !!! Great variety on the menu and superb quality highly recommended

Very cosy country pub. Lots of local pictures and history as decoration. Very friendly service. We only stopped by for drinks with our dogs, but the menu looked really good with mostly home made dishes. If in the area again we would stop by for...

Really nice pub, completely authentic, traditional Yorkshire atmosphere. Very reasonably priced and friendly service. Generous portions and very good food.

Popped in for a pint,tempted by the mussels and not disappointed. Fantastic pale ale, and the mussels did not disappoint, there was far too much for one person so glad we'd decided to share the huge pot wirh a few chips, bread and some amazing...

Lovely place, great location, had excellent lunch with moules, sat in the sun great atmosphere, good value. So impressed we booked an evening meal. No steak left which happens so chose liver which was really tough and over cooked, veg served was over cooked, does...

Being on holiday we were looking for somewhere to eat Friday evening. I was looking for a 'pub'that did proper food, the women were just after food. From phoning up to ask if they had a table for 3 that night about 7pm to leaving...

Delicious BLT, freshly made and huge, stacked with lots of bacon. The cakes here are also delicious and the staff are always friendly and helpful.

I arrived to find that my confirmed booking had been missed and there wasn't a table available. I then had to wait 30 minutes for a free table. The menu was only a reduced menu, not what was advertised online, only light bites and sandwiches....

Good to see that The Pantry is open on Friday/Saturday/Sunday with a good takeaway snack menu. Excellent for a brief stop on a local walk.

Have eaten at The Fleece many times and have always thoroughly enjoyed the food and hospitality. Recent events have meant that we have had to try the takeout versions instead and once again can highly recommend both the fish and chips and Sunday lunches. Great...

Popped in during a walk. Pantry still open despite Fleece pub being shut. Had a tasty bacon and egg sarnie real quality bacon but could not also resist the rocky road and also took away Rosemary and Olive bread for tea tonight. Can’t wait for...

We went to The Fleece after a very wet walk around Digley Reservoir after a recommendation and we were not disappointed. A lovely week welcome and swift service. The food was excellent. Two small fish and chips for the kids, a pie and a sandwich. Piping hot and worth every penny. Would definitely recommend

Went for early evening meal at the Fleece and enjoyed the Thursday pie and pint offer with my wifeI had an excellent Steak and Kidney pie with chips and veg. It was superb. The chips were lovely, and the carrot and swede mash was perfect. My wife had the steak and potato pie with mushy pies and really enjoyed itGreat value at £15. Highly recommended Service was, if anything, a bit too swift! The food was served very quickly and the service was friendly and ultra efficient Great pub.

This was our first visit during Covid. Every thing went well track & trace phone number taken, one way in & out . hand wash stations in place . Food was amazing as always, soup starters awesome mains & the best sponge puds you could ever wish for . Lovely friendly staff topped of a great Saturday afternoon treat . Can’t wait to return. Five stars.

We usually rate the Sunday lunch here but not on this occasion. Texture of the food felt like it had been microwaved Roast potatoes were very sort, not crispy at all, as was the Yorkshire pudding. The meat pie which is usually fantastic, was also soggy pastry. The chips were excellent and the veg were lovely if a bit boring. I hope this is just a blip with the confinement’s of Covid, as it will be such a shame to lose a great Sunday lunch venue!

We were really well looked after at The Fleece Inn, despite added Covid-19 restrictions. We booked for an 80th Birthday meal, when we arrived there were balloons on the table and a candle was added to the birthday Girls pudding. Food was homemade and delicious and the service was as always without fault. Looking forward to our next visit!

proper country pub with amazing views, good food and great veggie options too, lovely friendly staff. Always busy so do book!

After a very long walk around the Digley Reservoir area we aimed for the Fleece for refreshments. Holme is a lovely small village with The Fleece at the heart of it all. It's a welcome oasis for walkers and we were no exception. The fire was roaring away and we were met by a warm welcome too. As well as a drink, we decided to stay for a meal too as the menu looked very nice - not cheap, but we couldn't resist. We chose the Flagship Steak & Ale Pie and the Sunday Roast. Both arrived promptly and were absolutely delicious. Portion size was large with plenty of vegetables to share betwen the two of us. The atmosphere was very friendly and there were cutomers that were obviously regulars in enjoying a good chat which added to that 'cozy' vibe. We even got a talented sheepdog performance - you won't get that in a Wetherspoons! I would recommend you make the effort and visit The Fleece for either just a drink or a meal - you won't regret it. We will definitely be back!

What a treat this place is. Lovely country pub with a roaring fire and intimate place setting. Service is good and staff are keen to help. The food is hearty and of a high standard. It seems a little expensive, but is great value for money. The specials board is extensive with options for everyone.The Fleece is up towards Holme Moss and therefore in good hiking territory. In the summer lunch is served outside, but all year round the place is frequented by walkers, road bikers and family. Highly recommended.

Called whilst out walking, no tables available so couldn’t book a meal so I would suggest booking in advance. Beer was nice, bit pricey but always is at the fleece. Small shop next door was selling pies etc, 2 of my friends got a couple and said they were nice.

Cosy atmosphere with excellent food and drink. I had the cod with prawns, topped with cheese and my partner had the rump steak. With sides of chips and seasonal veg. All cooked to perfection. Staff extremely friendly with excellent service. Would highly recommend. We will be returning.

Just visited the fleece for a roast dinner, we had the pork, lots of meat everything was really well cooked, the place was really busy but we didn’t have a long wait, the staff were run off their feet but remained polite and cheerful. I had a caramel torte for afters, it was delicious .Thank you Jonny and all staff, a very happy New Year to you all