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The people working there were just so kind. Valentine’s night, family of four with two under 8years, no booking, not a problem. They all went above and beyond; taking an interest in us, giving ideas as to where to visit, delicious food and drinks, great service, engaging with the children, just being so lovely. Even a lollipop at the end of the meal for the little ones. Such a lovely, chilled atmosphere with very kind staff. We would definitely recommend this place to anyone visiting the area but even more so if you have children with you. If we are lucky enough to be in the vicinity again, we know where to come.

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armholeeio . 2024-02-14

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Lovely pub! The bar staff are lovely and welcoming. Dog friendly and delicious food 😋

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Anthony Odge . 2024-01-14

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Took my family of 6 for boxing day lunch and really enjoyed, the staff certainly looked after us. Every one of us enjoyed the food which as usual was first class

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Barry Manson . 2023-12-30

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Great little pub in North Yorkshire excellent staff locals are friendly just love this place

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Drew Wigfield . 2023-12-18

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The White Bear is the yard stick that all other such establishments should be judged by. The value for money, ambience, liquid refreshment is second to none.

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Tim Drew . 2023-12-17

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It's always absolutely brilliant Staff are outstanding Prices very reasonable

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Shirley McDonald . 2023-12-16

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Attended mid week for meal. Food was lovely. Fresh and piping hot and service and hosting was lovely.

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Michelle Newton . 2023-12-14

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Absolutely perfect 👌 3 course meal from the festive menu and every bit was delicious 😋 Friendly service was a bonus, just love this pub ❤️

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Sam Fivash . 2023-11-29

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Great Food and a friendly atmosphere created by the Landlord very good selection of hand pulled beers,Helmsley Black jacky stout was lovely.

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Andrew Grainger . 2023-11-24

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A loverly welcome, excellent Meal, and great atmosphere

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Malcolm Lindsay . 2023-11-14

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Sitio excelente. Todo lo que pedimos muy bien preparado y sabroso. Servicio ágil. Decoración auténtica.

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Jose Antonio Benitez Perez-Luna . 2023-10-17

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what a Gem … we were on holiday in the area and popped in for a evening meal, it was beautiful, proper food, cooked well, and presentation on the plate was A1, service was really lovely and really worth a visit but I imagine they fill up quickly so a call ahead would be advisable .

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Stephen Talbot . 2023-10-14

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Absolutely amazing meals very friendly staff I've even eaten something that I have never liked and thoroughly enjoyed it so we will definitely be back

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andy simpson . 2023-10-07

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Good service and excellent food for our Anniversary meal. We were staying at Huby, the next village and we're definitely impressed with this place. If you are around, book in and give it a try.

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Cheryl Bates . 2023-10-04

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Rudest owner I've ever given money to. Be prepared to be treated like a petulant little brat. I'll never go again.

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Sam ual . 2023-09-23

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Great Yorkshire pub/restaurant..... Superb food, ales and friendly service..

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Paul Drinkwater . 2023-09-23

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Highly recommend, been going for years xx

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Heather Hutchinson . 2023-09-09

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Ace. Just home from a meal for our lad's A Levels and every single member of staff was lovely. Food was mega and atmosphere was great. Proper nice night. Thanks!!!

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David Mudie . 2023-08-17

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A lovely pub in a lovely place. It was very welcoming and the food was great..

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Monica Collier . 2023-08-07

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Lovely welcome fab home cooked food.

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Susan Anderson . 2023-07-16

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What a wonderful place. The atmosphere is so cosy, food is delicious and staff are so kind! My partner and I stopped by on our way back from exploring the local forest with our little corgi and felt very very welcome. Amazing experience. We will certainly be coming back.

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Tanechka V . 2023-07-16

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This was our best meal out for a long time. A pity we are only here for two weeks

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Raymond Allen . 2023-07-09

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Passing through on our trip away to Yorkshire. Staff were lovely and food was amazing. The fruit crumble was especially a treat!

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Zain Aslam . 2023-06-23

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Nice pub bit on the small side,but a big dining area

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Allison . 2023-05-16

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Visited the WBI whilst on holiday in the village. Really friendly and welcoming pub - a warm welcome from both the landlord and the locals. Food was excellent and the local beer kept me entertained for the week. Highly recommended.

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David Davies . 2023-05-13

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Very good. First time we've been. Amazing lean, tender steak and ale pie. Nice service and a friendly welcome.

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Jez Waters . 2023-04-30

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Staff were very friendly but not over friendly There was a very warm welcome The food was lovely and plenty of it

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Sean Breen . 2023-04-12

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Excellent food and very friendly and welcoming

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Nicola Redwood . 2023-04-08

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Beer with the milky consistency from the halcyon days of Tetley's when it was brewed in Leeds in the 80's. Great value too.

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Huw Kane . 2023-04-08

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Just enjoyed my Sunday lunch with a party of 5 - 3 adults and two children aged 3 and 5. Recommend their poached haddock fillet and fruit crumble. Was also able to get a pint of bitter - their own beer.

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Malcolm Andrew . 2023-03-12

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This is a fantastic pub with a good choice of beers and great food. I love the Sunday lunch choice, which is changed weekly. The bar area is dog friendly and my dog Oscar is always given a great welcome by the staff. I would recommend this pub but also recommend that you ring up to book.

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Andrew Hague . 2023-01-11

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Great food very good beer good landlord you must try the bear or your missing out on something very good

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Garry Really enjoy your unboxing. Parkes . 2023-01-01

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Perfect local pub whilst visiting the area. Great cask, perfect condition, and a lovely sunday dinner. Warm welcome

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James Manning . 2022-12-19

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Lovely village pub. One room serving top quality food the other is a proper tap room. Great pint of Copper Dragon best bitter. I'll have to bring a driver on my next visit, 1 pint is not enough when you fancy a session. Staff are super attentive.

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Kenneth Mallaby . 2022-11-28

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Sticky toffee date sponge was superb

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Ian F Smith . 2022-09-28

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Had a lovely meal and were looked after very well by all the staff. We will go back again 👍

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Sharon Almond . 2022-09-25

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Food is amazing and the real ale is very nice

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Grant Dennis . 2022-09-11

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A quintessentially Yorkshire friendly pub, serving good beer and wonderful food at a very reasonable price. A great experience. Highly recommended.

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David Parrott . 2022-09-11

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Lovely lunch fresh home made food very friendly staff

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Syliva Thompson . 2022-08-19

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Very friendly and great value, tasty food!

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Idlehands . 2022-07-16

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12 of us visited for a friend's birthday dinner. The food service was handled very well by cheerful, friendly, staff. Everyone appeared to enjoy their assorted meals

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Ros Glover . 2022-06-12

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Very friendly pub didn't have a meal but what came from the kitchen looked very nice

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Keith Bringloe . 2022-06-03

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Proper local pub with excellent food and great beers.

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John Miller . 2022-05-10

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Very helpful and friendly staff, plentiful food even got top ups on coffee which was a pleasant surprise 👍

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Gillian . 2022-05-01

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This is a great village pub with good food and a proper local welcome. Custard's not up to much though. Everything else was brilliant.

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Muck Moses . 2022-03-17

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5 stars! Service was quick and friendly. Food was cooked to perfection with an excellent understanding of Gluten free requirements. Warm and welcoming and we cant wait to return.

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Louise Jefferson . 2022-03-07

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Passing on the way back from Helmsley and thought I would stop off and see if they are serving food as it was getting on for time, and yes they were and so I ordered drinks and food and what can I say I'm definitely going back there it was amazing so friendly and food was delicious only wish I lived near it would be my local top marks!

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Lantz Potterton . 2022-03-06

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Service always great.. Good choices... CAMRA Beers...

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Shirley Mcdonald . 2022-02-28

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Friendly environment, good food and service will definitely be going again.

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Steve Bell . 2022-02-27

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Traditional Sunday lunch served with a varied choice of veg and lovely yorkshire pud in pleasant surroundings. Good value for money. Thanks.

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Tracey West . 2022-02-20

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Fabulous family run pub. Great food and atmosphere. Thank you to Phil and the team who always take such good care of us

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Lynandbenji C . 2022-02-06

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Thank you for great service and delicious food appreciated by all twenty of our family and friends who helped us celebrate our Ruby Wedding in your lovely pub/restaurant. It was a wonderful afternoon.

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Jean Gaines . 2021-11-08

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A very nice and friendly pub with good food and a fantastic home brewed beer

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Nick Bradley . 2021-10-23

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What a brilliant find! A lovely cottage, clean, spacious, comfortable. Everything you need in the kitchen, cooker, microwave, dishwasher. Free parking right outside. Very wheelchair friendly, slight lip at front door easily negotiated. Walk-in shower. Lovely food in their pub next door. Very quiet at night. Great base to explore the area, 20 mins drive to York.

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Germaine Swarbrick . 2021-10-19

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Me and my boyfriend had an amazing dinner, really good service and food. We highly recommend it and we hope to go again.

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Maite Anzar . 2021-10-17

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Lovely lunch, great location. The staff looked after us very well. I'd definitely go there again.

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Yolande Biggs . 2021-10-05

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My birthday lunch was disappointing as were the food choices my friends made. Quite a good choice of vegetables but the gravy was tasteless. Nice homemade mint sauce saved the day. Sweet choice doesnt change much from one time to another. Have had very nice meals in the past. It was quite a busy Friday lunchtime. Not sure if there was a staff shortage.

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Sara S . 2021-09-19

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Fantastic food all piping hot lovely friendly staff nothing too much trouble would highly recommend to anyone

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richard holroyd . 2021-09-19

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excellent tavern I highly recommend

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Brendan Davey . 2021-09-14

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We stopped off for dinner and the welcoming host found us a table immediately. The drinks arrived quickly then our order was taken. No sitting around waiting to be noticed like in other pubs we visited. The food arrived beautifully presented and delicious. The tempura prawns are fantastic. I had the Cajun chicken strips were great as was my partner's steak. Great place with great food.

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Annie . 2021-09-04

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Really well home cooked food, staff friendly, super with 1 guest in the party had dietary requirements these were accomadeted for without any problems. Many thanks white bear stillington 5 star meal

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Anne Grainger . 2021-08-28

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Very friendly staff, meal was excellent 👌and well worth the money 💰

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Janice Johnson . 2021-08-27

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Nice little village pub with a good selection of beers & spirits

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Grant Gill . 2021-08-14

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Lovely beer and an excellent chef, if only I lived closer.

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Martin Richards . 2021-08-11

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Excellent village pub. Great hosts Phil & Sue

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Tony Stanley . 2021-08-10

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Service was good, the pork medallions, steak in the steak pie were dry and not very tender.

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Pete Carmichael . 2021-08-09

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The White Bear is always a great experience, the staff are really down to earth and friendly and the food is always fantastic.

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Nicole R . 2021-08-08

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If I could leave negative stars I would. My experience is they are not dog friendly. The owners are rude. Insensitive and thoughtless. Food is pretty standard. Not a pub if go out my way to visit. Not likely to go back

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Lisa Channon . 2021-07-26

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Great place. Went on a Sunday and had a lovely Sunday dinner. Good choice of real ales. The place was clean, the staff were polite and friendly and there seemed to be a good atmosphere in there.

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Jimmy Walton . 2021-07-13

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The Staff are wonderful in that they are so friendly and efficient. The food was excellent especially if you suffered with a food allergy.

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Lynn Burton . 2021-07-09

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Absolutely fantastic service, really friendly staff, complimentary coffee refills, great beers and all at short notice - thoroughly recommend, thanks so much!

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Carin Rouse . 2021-07-09

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Fantastic food Wonderful warm hosts Proper Traditional pub. Dogs spoilt!

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Jane Brown . 2021-07-06

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Excellent beer. Friendly staff. What’s not to like.

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Graeme Buchanan . 2021-07-01

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Very good food helpful and friendly atmosphere inside and outside areas

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Susan Mouneimne . 2021-06-23

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Oh my, food absolutely lush, had pork medallions very tasty, husband had chicken strips ratatouille enjoyed very much, service excellent, lovely friendly staff, Sue & Phil very lovely people, gave us a few ideas of places to visit in area, 1 being Thirsk with white horse. Definitely recommend food.

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Alison P . 2021-06-19

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We have stayed in this beautiful village for a weeks break. We found the gem that is The White Bear. Phil Sue and team made us very welcome. The food has been fabulous. Great portions and beautifully cooked. Sue’s home made desserts are not to be missed. The local White Bear Bitter is a great pint. Creamy and slipped down too easily. Thank you for your hospitality. Kind regardsDavid and Alison Cooper

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Olliegogo . 2021-06-03

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Lovely local pub, good food and service 👌

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Yifat Ginn . 2021-06-01

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Had an amazing time phill and sue are so welcoming and accommodating the a accomodation was spotless the beds so comfortable best sleep i have had for awhile and food in the pub delicious highly recommed the white bear

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Christine Black . 2021-05-29

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We went two nights for an Evening Meal and they were Excellent. The Staff were very pleasant. So busy.They deserve to do well.

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Norma G . 2021-05-23

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Had a table booked for 7pm decided to go over for a drink first and as we had a little dog was told we had to sit outside in the rain until the table was free. The table was tucked in the corner of the public bar where all the locals were staring at us. I asked if we could possibly sit in the dining area when I was abruptly told no! Can't comment about the food because we didn't stay for any but if it is anything like the attitude I wouldn't bother. If you have a dog don't bother as they are not dog or human friendly for that matter!

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M8960KVandrewd . 2021-05-22

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Fantastic place to stay. Great food , great beer and fantastic staff. Highly recommended ..

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michael mcdermott . 2021-05-16

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Just went on a drive and found this place. Good selection and the staff were friendly and nice and welcoming.

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Isobel . 2021-05-14

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We were staying in the area for the weekend and found this pub on google. We ordered Steak & Ale Pie and Lamb Rump and 2 desserts to takeout. We weren't disappointed.The steak and ale pie was to die for, and although the lamb was rather tough....i thoroughly enjoyed it.The desserts were Sticky Toffee Pudding and home made toffee sauce, and mixed berry mess.They were really delicious and if we come back to the area again, we'll definitely be back for seconds lol

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Ceri_Pearce . 2021-04-25

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Lovely pub/restaurant with very smart, clean and tidy holiday cottages 👍😊

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Mick Saunders . 2021-03-03

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Lovely " home cooked food" and nice friendly staff.

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Steve Garnett . 2020-12-30

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Very good meal and excellent service.

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Michael Whitcher . 2020-11-07

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Nice friendly pub ,exellent menu good selection of beer. table service one way system cleaning of tables .feels a safe place. Defo recommend.

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Mo Hall . 2020-10-29

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A traditional country pub offering a very warm welcome from very attentive staff. Excellent quality food which is well priced. Our waitress was very friendly and looked after us impeccably. Would definitely visit again.

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Supreme-strike . 2020-10-25

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Disappointing given recent reviews. Apparently the menu on the website is not served on a Sunday ‍♀️ Had we known we would not have booked. The Sunday menu was poor and did not cater for vegetarians. I was presented with two burnt Yorkshire puddings and a couple of potatoes. Shared vegetables were bland and unpleasant. No high chair for babies.

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lisabA9990JR . 2020-10-25

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Lovely friendly local. Enjoy a few really nice pints. Made to feel welcome and the service was excellent.

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rasha beagle . 2020-10-21

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Visited after being recommended. Partner is coeliac but this was no problem. Despite being busy the manager took the time to go through the menu choices. Very covid secure. Felt very safe. Excellent service. Excellent Sunday lunch. Excellent price 3 courses for £15.50 each.

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GoPlaces608785 . 2020-10-19

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We stopped off for drinks on a bike ride. Excellent staff and lovely beer - brewed just for the pub. Thoroughly recommended! 👍

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B9607XYtomc . 2020-10-18

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We visited here as a family of 3 with our 10 year old daughter. We were made to feel welcome the minute we walked in the door. Extremely COVID secure - very impressed. Attentive, friendly staff. Quick service. Drinks at the table within 5 minutes of our arrival.Extensive menu with plenty of choice including the children’s menu and specials board. We all had a main course and dessert. The food was delicious, piping hot and good portion sizes. It was also good value for money. We wish we lived locally (we are on holiday) so that we could visit again!

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angelawA6201UJ . 2020-10-17

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Came across this place by chance and what a slice of luck it was. Brilliant food. Great locally sourced beer. Service was first place. Recommend the steak and ale pie and steak itself. Will be returning.

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garyk805 . 2020-10-14

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First time in the White Bear having passed it year on year and never once ventured in. Anyhow went in the other week, and was pleasantly surprised. Nice place, friendly staff and not bad grub.

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T T . 2020-10-12

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This was our first stay at the White Bear for a few years but we were delighted to find it to be as excellent as ever. Despite the COVID restrictions the staff did a great job of making us welcome and the rooms were as comfy as ever. The bar may be emptier than pre pandemic but the beer is still kept to the same high standard (even though it only has half a mile to travel from Theakstons Brewery!). Add in a wide menu of top quality food and you can't got wrong!

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RobinS57 . 2020-10-09

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Beer was spot on Landlord knows his stuff.

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Wilfred Preston . 2020-10-02

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Nice local pub. Felt very Covid safe. Tender lamb roast and friendly service. The dogs got a treat too.

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Tricia - Lee Pinfold . 2020-09-27

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Lovely staff and aesthetically pleasing hotel. Breakfast was good, although having to decide immediately after the evening meal what we would like for breakfast the following morning wasn't the best! Fish pie which I ordered the previous evening was disappointing, very runny sauce.

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X2554FFalant . 2020-09-23

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Beautiful, welcoming, friendly village pub. Excellent atmosphere.Phil & Sue are brilliant hosts. All staff were always helpful and very friendly.COVID set up works very well. Layout and one-way system allow easy social distancing.Gorgeous, fresh, home cooked food. Delicious desserts (all homemade by Sue).We only planned to dine there on our first evening, but with such excellent choices & perfectly cooked meals, we ate there every night of our stay! All food was fabulous, but would definitely recommend the black pudding fritters, smoked salmon & prawn salad starter, steak & ale pie, oven baked salmon & ALL of the desserts!We can’t wait to go back, but would definitely recommend booking as it’s very popular.

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BreakawayS315 . 2020-09-15

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