The Plough in Ryedale

Lindsey and the team never disappoint at this lovely country pub. In our opinion this is certainly the best Sunday lunch anywhere in the Ryedale area. We visited again after a few months break over the summer and the standards remain really high and reminded us what we had been missing. In addition to the food the welcome and personality of all the staff is first class. We live a little way away but intend to visit far more regularly in the future.

Very disappointed. We went for Sunday dinner on 16th June . (I have not had time to put a review on here until now). For some reason the price of a Sunday dinner went up from £30 per head (as per the website) to an extortionate £40, yet I never saw anything on the news that the price of food was going to increase by 25% on Fathers Day, nor were we advised of this at the time of booking. The starter was tiny, tasted OK but nothing special. The main course was very underwhelming. A tiny bit of tastless fatty beef with pathetic portions of vegetables as pictured. Very different from the other picture of a Sunday dinner picture on one of the earlier reviews. The owner was friendly and welcoming but it all felt a little contrived, I got the impression I was getting the hard sell to buy some wine (concerned this would have a 25% Fathers day uplift I didn't partake). This was all such a shame as the pub has the potential to be excellent. Some Suggestions Perhaps advertise what you plan to charge your customers and reduce the prices to about £10 to reflect small potions of underwhelming food. Or get some decent quality ingredients, reasonable portions and charge £20 a head. Oh and please don't rip people off on days that are meant to be about celebrating family, it goes against the spirit of being a publican. Response to the reply from the business owner: I accept there was a delay in delivering this factual review based on my experience. I should have drawn my negative experience of The Plough at Wombleton to your attention much earlier. Please be reassured I am a genuine (disappointed) customer and pride myself in factual reviews based on my experience. Your claim this a "fake an malicious" review is wrong. I am more than happy to share formally with Google should you wish to take further. The reply from the business owner is very disappointing and telling of the true character of someone that refuses to listen to a bitterly disappointed customer. What a shame from a business that claims to "deliver a memorable experience". The Plough was a memorable experience, but for all the wrong reasons. Make a booking and judge the experience for yourself. Brace yourself for being called "pathetic" if you share a truthful experience where you were overcharged for a mediocre meal. Shamefully the owners appear to have decided my opinion doesn't count. I am a genuine customer who feels let down. The embarrassment is all yours as publicans who failed to deliver a positive experience and subseqently refuse to listen to, and rudly dismiss customer feedback.

Really incredible food and service, we were looked after so well by Lindsey, and Richard’s cooking is superb - amazing Lamb and Duck on our table and cooked to perfection. We will be back and will recommend to everybody we know 👏👏

An exceptional meal. Cooking of this quality is hard to find. We will certainly return even tho it will involve an overnight stay in the area

First time for Sunday Lunch at the Plough, friendly staff and excellent food cooked to perfection. We will definitely be back and would highly recommend.

Gor yougeous pub,restaurant in Ryedale .Ancient , dates from 14 th century , good menu and wine list.The Sunday lunch was too delicious only criticism needs mash and more veg.The beef was spot on , slightly pink and soft to eat.Tbe highlight was the starter a wild mushroom soup.Friendly and lovely staff.

Food and service was just lovely. Totally recommend the trip here.

Fabulous birthday meal with friends. Thank you Lindsay & Richard for your hospitality & food. Bob & Florence.

We had a wonderful evening meal at The Plough. Felt very welcome from the off. Although a little more expensive than the usual pub meal, this was extraordinarily special and well worth the money paid.

Fantastic food, cooked and presented perfectly. All members of staff are excellent being both friendly and professional.

This pub is an absolute gem 💎 right in the heart of Ryedale. Absolutely fantastic food, prepared meticulously by Chef Richard, plus excellent hospitality & wine 🍷 knowledge from host Lindsey. Can't wait to visit again. Well worth checking out, but booking is advisable. ☎️

Excellent food by two of the most talented people in the industry.

Loved every single thing about this pub.it has all the cosines and friendly welcome of a local pub, but with the most amazing food we have had in a long time. The landlady is so welcoming and genuine, but also knowledgable and passionate about the food and wine selection. If you are ever in the area, this is a must

Marvellous Monday deal - 3 choices of starter, main & desert. 2 fixed prices. Wine pairings available Delicious food Attentive front of house Good atmosphere What more could you ask from a gourmet community pub? Excellent on every count.

Great welcome here by staff and owner Lindsey. Choice of wines and drinks varied & top quality. The Sunday roast of aged beef is the best most tender meat we had ever had. Starters and deserts are all freshly made and delicious. It made Father’s Day quite a treat for Mr J. We would certainly recommend this pub/restaurant to all. Hoping to visit again soon.

Wow, my husband and I had a wonderful lunch. We both had the cod followed by creme brulee. Wow, the food was spectacular along with the hospitality. We were made extremely welcome.

We have followed Richard Lindsay from the start of there journey back in 2012. Every establishment they take on is always brought up to a very high standard and makes you feel very welcome from when you turn up to you leaving. Front of house is run by Lindsay and nothing is any problem if you want something doing along with her staff. Richard is the chef and the food is so beautiful presented and the flavours are just so divine and if you have any allergies Richard and Lindsay would sort out the food so you can still enjoy your food and time at the Plough. Thank you for a lovely Sunday 3 course meal. Ian & Celia.

Excellent Sunday lunch with family. We have followed Richard and Lindsey at all their establishments. We can guarantee the delicious fresh food cooked by Richard and the welcoming hospitality from Lindsey and her extensive wine knowledge. Worth the 130mile round trip , if they were nearer we'd be there all the time.

waited quite a while for it to come but it was delicious.

Went to The Plough for the first time for Sunday Lunch. Knew it was meant to be good, but had heard it was pricey. £30 for two of the best Sunday lunch courses seems good value to me. The meat (we had the roast beef and the pork) came as real thick cuts, none of this wafer thin you usually get. Deserts (cheesecake sundae and creme brulee) were also fab. Ate in the bar (as we had a dog), lovely surroundings and friendly service. Will definitely be back!

Excellent meal. Some professional cooking on display here. A great addition to the area that's in need of more places like this.

Our first visit tonight under the new ownership. We received a warm welcome from Lyndsey, who was also very knowledgeable about the food and wine on offer and imparted her advice without promping. The food was amazing just the right selection and perfect portion sizes to fit in 3 courses of the wonderful food. Will definitely be back.

Just had an absolutely , delightful , delicious evening. A real treat.

We dined here being local and having read the reviews. The occasion was a birthday meal and we were delighted with the welcome we received on arrival and the quality of food on offer. Will definitely be back

From the moment you walk through the door, all is warmth, great atmosphere and you know you are going to enjoy your time there. Lindsey is the perfect hostess describing the choices of food and wine pairings. Beautifully presented food which is simply so perfectly cooked and immensely tasty.

Always a lovely friendly welcome and great food in a beautiful pub setting. The scallops on risotto starter and the 10oz flatiron steak are spot on!

Really lovely pub - classic food executed perfectly. Really great Brut from the Yorkshire wolds too. A village pub at the front, which is clearly popular and makes a nice atmosphere when you walk in. Then a sweet dining room with comfy dining chairs and an open fire. We will be back! Ps huge delicious olives as a nibble when you arrive!

Wonderful food and a lovely host.

Highly recommended! Lindsey and Richard are AWESOME and their food is to die for. We recently shared the Cote de Bœuf and it was just fantastic. The wine pairings are really cool too. We're so pleased that they have moved to Wombleton and it will be our regular "go to" place for superb food with great service.

Excellent food and service. The prices reflect the quality and care taken. Good ale and wine. Just the place for a special occasion.

An excellent experience. The food and service were superb. The suggested wine pairings were very good. It was rather quiet midweek but the bar and restaurant are pleasant surroundings. The prices reflect the quality. Highly recommended. We shall certainly return.

Visited Richard and Lindsey a couple of weeks ago. Eight of us for Sunday lunch , travelled up from East Yorkshire. We have known Richard and Lindsey for years. The food, drinks, service and ambiance was fantastic, all of our friends were VERY impressed ! We have re booked and this time are taking my parents and staying over the night in Gillingwater. Lovely Gastro Pub well worth a visit !

We have followed Lindsey and Richard over the last few years and are delighted they are back doing what they do best. You can’t find a better dining experience in a cosy British gastro-pub. Richard is a gifted Chef working solo, so don’t expect fast food or extensive menus.The food is more expensive than the average pub , but this is no ordinary pub, and the food comes personally cooked and is on a par with its Michelin starred neighbours.Sit back enjoy the ambience and savour the experience ,the food is fabulous and the carefully chosen wine list a joy. This place is worth travelling to and a great addition to the Helmsley dining scene . We just hope this is the formula for lasting success in these challenging times. You can even bring your dog!

Superb Sunday roast. Great food and great wine at a very fair price.

Excellent Sunday lunch. Roast beef was superb and huge Yorkshire pudding. Good value for two courses. Portion size was large. Lindsey an excellent host. Would highly recommend. Will be back.

This is a great pub, the landlady and staff are super friendly. Need to book a table and eat as heard the food is excellent

We’ve eaten at Richard and Lindsay’s previous restaurants on a number of occasions, so we arrived here with high expectations and we were not disappointed. Wonderful Sunday lunch. As good as we’ve had in a long time. Beef was beautifully cooked and so tender. Nice cosy pub and Lindsay is a great host.

We enjoyed a cracking Sunday lunch at the plough the pub is warm and inviting the attention to detail from Lindsay and Richard is second to none the roast pork was divine as was my wife’s cod with dauphinois the desserts are well worth saving room for we enjoyed a chocolate pot and a special dessert of caramelised pear and sorbet e will be back

We had dinner at the plough. Food was superb and the newish hosts (they said they took over six weeks ago) were very friendly. Service was excellent. Relaxed cosy environment with excellent food and wine. Perfect

Delicious Sunday lunch. Traditional but with a high end feel. My husband’s soup was gorgeous as was my salmon starter. Both the beef & the pork were lovely. We went for the wine pairings and enjoyed them all. We shared the chocolate pot which was definitely 10 out of 10. Interesting choice of gins, including one with squid ink. Sounds revolting but actually nice. Really good experience hope to come back and try the evening menu. Good service.

Booked at rather short notice but managed to get a table for 6.30pm which suited our plans. Upon arriving ilwe were quickly seated and our drinks order was taken whilst we perused the menu. Just the right amount of choices for the main coarse. All three of us settled for different mains and all three were outstanding for taste even if it took slightly longer than normal for them to appear. As the chef works alone I can understand the delay. The food was outstanding and although we didn't take advantage of the excellent choice of wines we made do with mineral water and the odd pint. The service was excellent and mine host was most helpful in explaining the various dishes along with the young waitress who was really helpful. If I am ever in the area again I will certcall again.

The Plough is back in business with Lindsey and Richard formerly of The Hovingham Inn and Raskills. Delighted they are back in Ryedale at this lovely country dog friendly pub. Sunday lunch is superb hard to find better!

We visited The Plough for a family Sunday lunch, with our niece, her husband and toddler. Steve is a wheelchair user, and we had two dogs with us. Basically we were a nightmare! Lindsay found us a great table, where we were all comfortable. The food was delicious, my niece doesn’t eat meat, and had stonebass with orzo, and I had wonderful roast pork with all the trimmings. The atmosphere was calm and unhurried. Highly recommended!

Lindsey & Richard never fail to impress. We drove 1 1/2 to experience there food in this new venture. Hospitality and atmosphere 10/10 , food 11/10 bloody amazing, Thoroughly recommend the Pork for mains and chocolate orange pot and homemade baileys ice cream for desert. We have tried a few different things on there menus now, both past and present and all has been amazing. I have even eaten things that i don't normally like and its been amazing. This alone is testament to Richards culinary skills. I cannot back and shout about this couple enough. Please give them a try and i'm sure you'll be really pleased. Feel free to reply back if i'm wrong. One thing is for sure, we'll definitely be returning again. Thanks again Lindsey and Richard You are at the top of your game.

Superb dinner with the family, fantastic food and a warm welcome from Lindsey. Great quality drinks in a lovely proper pub setting.

Visited for Sunday lunch and it didn't disappoint. The roast pork with amazing crackling, huge Yorkshire puds, roast potatoes, carrot, broccoli and cauliflower cheese are served with a delicious gravy. Richard certainly knows how to create a good plate of food! Good selection from the bar - Black Sheep and Inches cider for us. Staff are welcoming and friendly. Such a nice pub with outstanding food - it's going to become a regular for us

We had a Sunday lunch here and it was just lovely. The pub has been taken over, totally revamped, and is now to be regarded as a go to place for fine food. We very much look forward to trying the various dishes that we hope will be on offer. If you are in the area, then a meal here will be a real treat.

Had an amazing Sunday lunch here. The food is unbelievably good. Great to see Richard and Lindsey back doing what they do so well!

We got wind that Richard & Lindsey had resurfaced here. Having followed this couple from The Falcon, Rascills and more recently, Hovingham, we made the trip from East Yorkshire. A superb dinner ensued. Meal highlights, the lamb rump on tomato and saffron risotto. Worked wonderfully. Amazing flavours on the plate. The re worked cheesecake sundae was a dessert of champions. Very light but with pin point flavours. As we've come to expect, a lovely wine list to choose from. Would definitely recommend getting in early to enjoy a drink in the bar. Which on our visit was absolutely packed. Lovely chat with Lindsey, who hasn't lost any of her ability to manage a room full of customers. Went with her wine suggestions which were on point. One wine in particular I would not of ordinarily chosen but glad went with the recommendation. Have to say the sheer quality of the food belies the fact chef Richard is working with no assistance. Always been amazed at what this guy can produce. Especially in comparison to one or two other establishments we have visited. One being a very poor showing at a recent michelin starred place. Super food & hospitality. Great to see this couple back in the game.

Even though we are definite pet lovers we were astounded to see the pub cat walking and sitting on the bar top, when I raised this the barmaid just said it wasn't her cat!

We popped in Saturday evening for a couple of beers. Alot of tables in the bar area were reserved. A table that seated four was not, (4 adults and a 5 year old, just the job) double checked with the bar staff and was told that we were okay to use that table. After about 20 minutes a member of staff asked us to move to a table that seated two as a COUPLE wanted to dine at the table. We suggested that maybe the couple could use the table for two as we were five using a table for four..... needless to say we were moved to the table that seated two people. Very rude member of staff, we are very local and will advise all our friends and associates to go elsewhere.

Rather a poor Sunday lunch. Tough beef burnt Yorkshire pudding and soggy veg Sticky toffee pud was ok Waitress was sweet but the manager reluctant

This is excellent, try the Ox Cheeks or the steak, you won't be disappointed......x

Amazing Sunday lunch. Huge portions. Staff were lovely and the pub itself had a great atmosphere. Highly recommended.

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Outstanding Food was to die for well Presented Staff down to Earth made me feel Welcome

We ate here as a family this weekend and it was brilliant, great staff, full of locals enjoying the weather and the food was superb, we ate the prawns in beer batter which was so light and a home made chilli dip, sea bass which...

We ate at The Plough with a group and at least two of us went down with food poisoning after eating the sea bass. We live locally but won't be going back.

Great little pub, food was amazing, staff were friendly. The atmosphere in the restaurant part was a bit flat but it was eaely evening so not busy yet. Will ask to eat in the bar area next time but definitely recommended.

This place is not one to pass by , Lovely Inn, 8 of us went for a birthday meal & drinks. The setting is outstanding , The hosts went over & above to make it such a special evening for us . The food was...

Wonderful food. A lovely small Dover Sole, followed by a plateful of tasty lamb chops and finished off with a gorgeous panacotta with a zingy sorbet.

Beef Sunday lunch . Double delish, enough for pooch too !! Clean plates, says it all . Clean and friendly pub , where locals and holidayers mix , I'll be back . Thank you

Just called on for a quick pint. Good range of beers. The landlord was really welcoming and the Theakstons was excellent.

Spur of the moment decision to call in as we passed. So glad we did. What a great place. Fantastic welcome from everyone. Great beer and a lovely outside area to enjoy the sun. Highly recommend and will be going out of my way to call again.. Hopefully with a designated driver! Thanks guys. Keep up the cracking work.

We’ve been to The Plough several times over the years when we’ve stayed at the nearby caravan site. During Covid they adapted brilliantly by building a place outside where they still delivered their wonderful hospitality and food and provided lovely warm blankets to everyone too....

Staff very friendly and welcoming. Lovely, warm and pleasant atmosphere. A lovely, authentic pub, nice decor. Dogs welcome. Food, Good, hot and very tasty. Good drinks selection. A great find. Very enjoyable evening.

What a gem of a place this is! A wonderfully warm welcome as we stepped in, from all members of staff. Really makes a difference as so many establishments forget about the greeting and making people feel welcome. Tempura prawns to start, roast pork and...

Had a very nice lunch here on a Friday. Very good welcome from the owner who was happy to look after our dog with a biscuit or two. Great Theakston’s Best. We both had an enormous haddock and chips which was superb. Well worth a...

Went for Sunday lunch. Pub was busy and atmosphere good. Lunch consisted of 3 slices of wafer thin pork, large containers of mashed potatoes, carrot crunch, cauliflower cheese and greens, and a hugh boat of gravy ( enough for 10 people). It tasted of nothing,...

Disappointing Sunday Lunch. Distinct lack of meat and bland veg and potatoes. Would NOT recommend.

What a great find . Sue and Simon and the rest of the staff were very friendly and welcoming. Lots of locals in , so a great atmosphere. Food was tasty and plentiful. Look forward to a return visit.

We had a lovely afternoon/ evening at the plough inn . Sue and Simon made us feel really welcome . Lots of locals in , so a great atmosphere. Food was very tasty and well presented . We look forward to a returning soon .

We happened across this country pub after making a wrong turn heading back to our holiday accommodation. So glad we did! Quaint country pub, friendly staff and locals. Vast array of tasty gins! The Black Sheep bitter was the best we've tasted. Though we didn't...

Me and my hubby dropped into here and a table became available very quickly, I would definitely recommend anyone wanting food try here without a doubt. Thank you The Plough Inn for making us very welcome Xx 😃

Visited here with friends and I had the scampi. The batter was absolutely beautiful. Service was great. An all round fantastic local pub.

The second Sunday in a row. Another first class lunch. The fish and vegetables unbeatable. Friendly and efficient staff cosy surroundings. Must be one of the very best in Yorkshire. A firm Favourite with me and my family

The Plough Inn is my very favourite in all of Yorkshire. The best Sunday dinner, the best food, all home cooked, delicious. The most lovely staff. Far better than any other popular restaurants in this area of Yorkshire. Thank you again for the most wonderful lunch.

Warm and cozy on a bitingly cold lunchtime - logburner 👍 - friendly & courteous service, sufficient choice on 🎄menu. Disappointingly - the rare steak 🥩 ordered was well overdone - barely medium in places. The halibut similarly somewhat overcooked rather than moist and succulent....

Very friendly, beautiful food, best black sheep around certainly worth a visit!

Lunch. Steak and ale pie with mash and veg was delicious as was the sea bass with new potatoes. Very friendly staff. Busy for a week day lunch. Close to Helmsley. Will definitely be revisiting very soon.

Stopped for a quick lunch while out on the road. Had a great pint of Black Sheep Best on cask and a delicious steak and ale pie. Didn't have the appetite for a pudding, but from the awards I gather they are quite good. Quiet...

Stopped for a quick lunch while out on the road. Had a great pint of Black Sheep Best on cask and a delicious steak and ale pie. Didn't have the appetite for a pudding, but from the awards I gather they are quite good. Quiet and comfortable.

Really lovely pub, great atmosphere, great staff. Gluten Free beer that wasn’t just Peroni (Wold Top - Against the Grain).

Family lunch 1st time visit I will definitely be back.

Sunday 16th oct - Sunday lunch for eight - absolutely fantastic. Nothing to fault. Staff excellent - the vegetables were just like my Mum use to do. JUST PERFECT. Thank you.

Friendly and prompt service, good choices of food and top quality. Very enjoyable, relaxed atmosphere. We come here occasionally on our regular visits to North Yorkshire and are never disappointed. Highly recommend.

First rate atmosphere ,delightful couple working extremely well,lovely pint of Cider and Elderflower tonic,food was excellent Belly pork fell apart,Sea Bass was cooked to perfection,Sticky toffee pudding really finished of the evening,Prosecco was well received,,

Lovely pub/restaurant in Wombleton village. Staff very friendly. We only went for a drink but I believe the food is good.

Welcoming, friendly staff. Lovely Sunday Lunch menu. Food served was delicious with generous portions. Quality traditional ales. What more can one ask for.

Lovely food, friendly staff, small and cosy pub, nice beer!

We attended a party at The Plough. The food was amazing, tasty and beautifully laid out. The staff did amazing despite it being very busy. It was clear they had done all they could to make sure the party went well. The marquee was decorated and looked amazing too! I would definitely recommend.

Brilliant night at this venue. Private party but a couple of people have been giving bad reviews as were turned away !!!! PRIVATE PARTY … the clue is in the title !! Stunning food, good atmosphere friendly bar staff ( with the exception of one...

Great pint of black sheep, lovely food and freindly staff.

If you’re not local and aren’t part of the “private function” which to be fair is any day ending in “y”, then don’t go, would rather we went and spend the hundreds of pounds we did spend elsewhere in Helmsley where we were given a much better welcome

A lovely place. We had a lovely meal and were made very welcome. Would recommend.

Ate here last year while on holiday and liked it so much we visited twice again this holiday. Lovely traditional pub in a small village, with bar or restaurant eating areas. Staff very friendly and attentive, so much so that my husband wanted something that...

Lovely environment with wonderfully friendly and welcoming staff big thanks to Sue and Iona :)

Really tasty food and all the staff were very welcoming, especially good with the dog and the baby

Decided to have a meal here after reading the excellent reviews people have left. I can honestly say its the best pub meal we have had in a very long time. Credit to the chef. The menu is not the usual pub menu, thankfully, but...

Brilliant food and great service