White Horse Inn in Ryedale - Phone Number, Reservations, Reviews

Absolutely fabulous - food, staff and playlist were equally brilliant. Best Salmon and chorizo combo I’ve had EVER!!! Stopped by on way home from weekend in Pickering and couldn’t have chosen better🙂

Amazing evening meal. I had Brie for starter which was nicely presented and generous portion. For main, I chose off the special menu and had the belly pork which was cooked to perfection with crispy crackling, delicious dauphinoise potatoes and a smoky bean accompaniment! We were staying nearby and had been recommended The White Horse and it didn’t disappoint ! The steak pie was equally delicious according to my dad! The food although generous was perfect 💗 Attentive, friendly staff! 100% recommend and will be back when next in the area !

What an absolute gem of a country inn and cannot recommend highly enough. Just returned from a 2 night stay and have nothing but positives to say about our stay. From start to finish- welcoming staff, gorgeous clean room, fabulous food (generous portions- steak and ale pie beautiful, crammed full) and plentiful breakfast (full English and smoked salmon with scrambled eggs so tasty). Love the little tasteful snug area upstairs for residents where you can relax and have a drink away from the bar. Unfortunately, we didn’t make use of the outdoor bar area but looks lovely. Very dog friendly. Competitive price for our stay compared to others. Beautiful surroundings. We can’t wait to hopefully stay again next year. Ps recommend booking for food as only pub in the village and they were turning people away. Thank you to all staff for a wonderful stay.

The best that I can write about this pub is that it is okay. The staff were welcoming and friendly. However the food offer was disappointing and underwhelming overall. Some elements in the main for example were good, I had a pork belly which was a 'daily special' and that was nice and my wife had the scampi which she ate. The pub does not do chips but offers potato wedges (which it describes as hand cut chips). My wife had these and they arrived overcooked and soggy. She ate some but left most of them. I had dauphinoise potatoes with my dish and they were edible, that's the best I can write. My dish had baked beans in a tomato sauce which was watery and flavourless. The starters were enjoyable; we had pate (they were clearly low on bread and included a sausage roll to make up for it) our friends Doreen's black pudding (I think that's right - it was a special) which they said had an odd taste but they ate it. My wife had a caramel ice cream and cookie dough dessert which she liked. I didn't have a dessert. The portions were good; none of us felt cheated in this respect but overall we were not impressed with the quality of the offer, which we all agreed was immemorable. The pub is about half an hour from where we live but we experienced nothing to make us want to come back.

We live in close proximity to Ampleforth and the White Horse has become our regular local go-to since its recent takeover and refurb (by the couple who also run the delightful Blacksmith Arms in Lastingham). Prior to their tenure it was a run of the mill drinking pub, not renowned for food. That is no longer the case and we’ve had several really enjoyable dinners and Sunday lunches, I’d describe the menu as elevated pub grub, or, I guess ‘gastropub’. It retains a lovely rustic, country inn design and feel, with a few welcome tweaks of gentrification. (Though the loos still await a posh up). The layout is a handful of super cosy rooms, very convivial, alongside a teeny area of outdoor tables overlooking the rear car park. The welcome is warm and the young team sweet and obliging. We’ve taken a succession of friends, all of whom have really enjoyed both the food and ambience. The prices are right, and it’s just great to have on our doorstep. My only criticism is that wines, by the glass in particular, could be better.

Booked dinner and overnight stay here, as we were going to visit Castle Howard. We received a warm welcome from Albert the barman and we were shown to our rooms, which were cosy, spotlessly clean and had lots of nice touches. We had dinner there that night and met John our host. Food was excellent, drinks were reasonably priced and the inn just has a great atmosphere filled with lots of locals. After a very comfortable night, we then enjoyed a fantastic breakfast before we headed off. Would absolutely recommended here for a stay, food and drinks and we hope to return again.

Stayed at the White Horse Inn with my wife on the eve of the Yorkshire Marathon. Amazing little Coutry Inn situated in a very picturesque location. Hosts were fantastic, and the room was perfect. Probably the most comfortable bed I've slept in away from home and the pub downstairs was very welcoming. We both enjoyed chatting to the friendly locals whilst tucking into our evening meal in front of a roaring fire. With a very early start planned on Sunday morning, I wasn't expecting breakfast, but the hosts opened the kitchen early especially for us, which was much apprecieted. I then went on to smash a new Marathon PB, fuelled on poached eggs, toast and coffee. Would definitely recommend this place to anyone looking for a warm Yorkshire hospitality, tasty food and drink, and a comfortable night's sleep.

What a fabulous, friendly, cosy little Inn the White Horse is! No 'gastro pub' makeover here thankfully- and all the better it is for it too. Nice and original, with a crackling coal fire burning in the old grate on a cold Yorkshire night. Lovely local beer - Howardian Gold - and the food was really something special. I understand they have a new young chef - who should be very proud. We had dinner here twice in one week ... absolutely delicious fresh chicken liver pate with a superbly well dressed side salad, the perfect steak and ale pie with shortcrust pastry and real gravy - and fish and chips cooked to perfection... the crispest batter, well seasoned mushy peas as they should be, with home made tartare sauce too, no sachets here, yay! Believe me, this is some of the best 'pub' food I have ever had - in fact, I have had countless Michelin star meals over the years that haven't impressed me as much! Last but not least, we were warmly welcomed by John the owner (a genuinely lovley man!) and his team too - I felt very at home here, and I sincerely wish this place every success - it deserves it.

Lovely warm welcome at this cosy old pub. Great craic with lovely fir3 on the most miserable grey day. Just had time for drinks but we will definitely be back for food and stop over!

Great village pub and excellent B&B. We were incredibly well looked after by everyone at the pub. Will definitely return.

Booked two rooms for ourselves and daughter plus granddaughter whilst visiting Ampleforth College. Albert, the barman, greeted us and was extremely friendly and helpful. Both our rooms were beautifully presented with comfortable, clean bedding and towels. Complimentary water and home made biscuits plus milk in the fridge were very welcome. The usual pie night was unavailable owing to a family funeral however a table was booked for us at the other village pub, two minutes walk away. (Separate review). After a very restful night we had the opportunity to meet the hosts and enjoy the most amazing full English breakfast made with quality ingredients. We’ll definitely be back and hope to enjoy the evening menu too next time. Large car park at the rear always a bonus.

Just had one night stay. What a lovely room (rose). The hosts are very welcoming and the breakfast was superb. We took our dog, Buster. We will definitely go again later in the week so we can have evening meal too. Thank you for a wonderful stay

I stayed for a good nights sleep ahead of doing the Cleveland Way. Very welcoming and accommodating 👍🏻

We had an absolutely lovely time here en route to Edinburgh from Norwich. We stayed for two nights and enjoyed the wonderful breakfast on both occasions. We also enjoyed the fish and chips on arrival. Nothing was too much trouble for our hosts and the very friendly barnan Albert. With a comfortable bed and milk and water provided it was a very enjoyable stay. Highly recommended and will hopefully be returning in the near future. Thank you very much and 10/10

Had a lovely nights stay at the White Horse. The best fish and chips on arrival and amazing breakfast before we left. Highly recommend a stay here

We stayed 2 nights at the White Horse which was in an excellent position for exploring North Yorkshire. The room was spotless and tastefully decorated. There was a fridge in the room stocked with drinks and nibbles for a reasonable price. I slept really well, the bed was extremely comfortable and the room wasn't too hot. We both opted for the full English breakfast which was delicious. Loads of choices all cooked very well. In fact we didn't eat again until 4pm we were so full! My only warning are the stairs to get up to the bedroom which are very steep indeed. I had a problem with my hip and literally had to crawl up the 10 or so steps. There is ample parking behind the pub.

Great little pub friendly and welcoming bedroom beautiful with mini bar and breakfast to die for.Safe large car park and lovely walks with our staffie Bella, thanks for a lovely stay

Fabulous place for a relaxing break. John and Dawn are really helpful and running a lovely welcoming village pub. Rooms are beautifully decorated, excellent power shower, very comfy bed with quality bedding and having a well stocked fridge/ mini bar was a bonus. It’s a great place for exploring the NationalParks, coast and lovely villages like Helmsley and Malton. Lots of abbeys and mansions nearby for a heritage kick too. In fact so much to do we plan to go back again.

Husband and I spent one night here after travelling down from Scotland en route home to the Midlands. Lovely, cosy pub with a great, very pretty, comfortable bedroom named Lily. There was a mini bar fridge and some lovely homemade chocolate brownies in the room. Lots of attention to detail showed a lot of thought had gone into guests comfort. Shower was good, bed very comfortable and wifi also good and reliable. Unfortunately there was no chef so Dawn kindly booked us a table at The White Swan for dinner. John did cook us the most amazing full English breakfast the following morning. Would quite happily stay here again.

Stopped here with my partner on a Thursday evening after visiting locally and so pleased we did. Greeted by the owner who helped us with our luggage up the rather steep stairs ( note if you have mobility issues). Made us feel like friends rather than simply guests. Very well equipped room , named Rose. Large bed with good facilities, smart tv, drinks in mini bar fridge and hot drink facilities including fresh milk. Very nice bathroom with powerful shower. They are waiting to employ a new chef so have a limited menu, but we had a super chicken curry with great glass of wine that evening. Excellent freshly cooked breakfast to order with super pot of coffee. The quality os service by the owners would put larger and more expensive premises to shame. It’s a superb place to stop and eat. We will be back.

Popped in for a late lunch but kitchen was closed. Really friendly & only too happy to make us sandwiches & the best chips I’ve had in a long time! Great pub & couldn’t have been more helpful

Stayed 2 nights whilst attending a nearby wedding. John and Dawn are so lovely and super accommodating. Beds are comfy and the well made full English breakfast absolutely saved me the next morning. Very impressed and will definitely stay again if in the area.

Four of us popped in purely by accident, the place we were going to had a wedding on and was packed. Well, that was a stroke of luck. Good beer, great food and the staff were OK too. Only kidding, all brilliant and I cant...

We visited The White Horse Inn on a Saturday lunchtime. It was quiet inside with tables reserved for lunch.. the owner and barman Albert were very friendly and welcoming. We ordered the roast beef and roast pork ciabatta with salad and chips. The portions were...

Lovely food, great pint of Helmsley beer and very friendly. There's not really anything to criticise, really.

A nice pub with a lovely atmosphere. The staff were really friendly and accommodating. Food was reasonably priced and there was a good selection on the menu. Pie was delicious but lasagne a little on the greasy side. Overall a lovely dining experience.

Lovely evening meal in this old village pub. Staff were extremely attentive and the food was excellent and well priced. The steak pie was fantastic as were the accompanying chips and gravy. Really nice selection of ales. Would highly recommend to anyone passing by.

Enjoyed a great 2 night break at this very pleasant cosy inn, run by a very professional couple Dawn & John. Every part of our stay was well managed, a possible problem on the road was notified enroute by the owner! Food overall was good...

We could not have had a more pleasant reception for our visit for lunch on the occasion of my fathers birthday. The lunch was extremely tasty and we were given satisfaction in every way.

Went for a meal off their Christmas menu . Fantastic food , friendly staff and lovely surroundings . Will definitely be back

Have visited this pub a few times but never stayed over Under new management they became dog friendly so stayed 2 nights for a friends reunion Arranged a lunch for the reunion - 11 attended and chef provided a lunch of soup - personal choice...

Such a gem! Lovely staff especially Sharon who was a breath of fresh air; she was funny, kind and nothing was too much trouble. Ambiance was lovely with real fires and a homely feel. We spoke to the chef who obviously had a passion for...

We stayed 2 nights. Rooms nicely done out. Very clean. Look recently appointed. We ate on the first evening. My husband says"best steak and ale pie he has ever had" the fish and chips was excellent too. Friendly locals and staff made the stay.. Breakfast...

Well what a lovely stay we had, checked into the White Horse after visiting York, we were given the warmest welcome by John and Dawn. After we were settled into our lovely room ( Rose room) which was really comfortable and cosy, especially the super...

We visited mid-week and decided this would be a comfortable place to visit again. We went without booking hoping to eat on a Friday evening. We had a table by the log fire and enjoyed an excellent meal in an easy-going atmosphere. The pub was...

This is a pub with rooms and judged as that I don't see how you would find better. We had a lovely room (Rose) with a huge comfy bed, minibar, and excellent shower. WiFi in room is good too. Stairs up to rooms are very...

Very welcoming, nicely laid out old pub. Opted for the roast shoulder of lamb and thoroughly enjoyed it! The meat was plentiful, almost melted in my mouth! The veggies were delicious, the red cabbage exceptional! Helmsley Brewery golden beer, well kept and spot on! Also...

We are staying at Studford Lodges for the weekend and during a conversation about a walking route from the lodges the owners recommended calling in at the White Horse Inn for a pint as it was a great drinking pub, and that’s exactly what we...

Just had a couple of nights here , and what a lovely place it is . Our Room (Daisy) was immaculate, and Dawn and John couldn't have been more pleasant . We ate one evening , my wife having Linguini , with Prawns ( changed...

We stayed here for three nights at the end of September.Dawn and John were fantastic hosts, friendly and welcoming. We were in room Daisy, lovely comfortable bed and pillows and the room was equipped with everything you could want. Tea making facilities, fridge, hairdryer iron...

We had a wonderful time staying at the White Horse. Dawn & John were welcoming, attentive, friendly hosts and Jake on the bar was very amiable. The rooms we had were very clean and well presented, the beds comfortable. Breakfast was delicious with plenty of...

We had a lovely stay in this hotel. The rooms were spotless, appear newly decorated and are full of character. The breakfast was amazing. The owners Dawn and John were very friendly and helpful. Thoroughly recommended.

We had one night (Friday) in Rose room in the middle of August - would willingly have stayed another night but no availability. We were given a warm welcome by the new owners of this Free House, John and Dawn and shown to our room....

We had a lovely stay at the white horse, the rooms are so clean and lovely decor and the pub is fab. Dawn and Johnny are great hosts and so welcoming, catering to our every need! Lovely breakfast too.

Lovely little bed and breakfast now run by a nice young couple. Bedrooms lovely and recently refurbished. Great to have decent mirrors and plug sockets in practical places. Breakfast very good with plenty of variety. Definitely worth a visit.

Dawn and John made us all extremely welcome and comfortable. We stayed three nights and we were so well looked after. Rooms are comfortable and extremely clean. Would not hesitate to return

Great "local" atmosphere. We had the most delicious, freshest whitebait we have ever eaten. The rest of the meal was excellent too.

good local pub, just opening up again post covid. Traditional pub menu, dogs welcome in the bar. Friendly staff - would recommend. No food on a Monday or Tuesday

We have just had a lovely 2 night stay, the rooms are excellent, spotlessly clean and comfy beds. We enjoyed our breakfasts to sustain us for the day and had a lovely evening meal. The steak pie and chilli were great, well cooked and generous...

What a gem of a pub.We stayed in the lily room very clean and well furbished the food is fantastic breakfast was amazing we was the only guests in the pub due to the football being on had a great chat with the landlady Nikki...

Absolute gem of a place! We stayed here for one night as a place to stay as we were going to a nearby Michelin star restaurant and we were so happy with it! Huge bed, lovely furnishings, fresh milk in the room (bonus!), mini bar,...

Stopped at the White horse inn Ampleforth overnight on route to the East coast what a lovely stay the people were so friendly and I could not fault anything the room was beautiful had everything you need including an mini bar complimentary spring water and...

Just returned from a fabulous weekend from the white horse inn. Friendly and absolutely spotlessly clean. Beds SO comfortable and a lovely breakfast next morning served piping hot. This is a pub as well serving HOME COOKED food . Everything is fresh . My husband...

Called in without a booking hoping that we would be able to get food and drink. Not a problem and sat on the outside picnic benches with umbrellas. Fortunately it didn’t rain or sleet and the beer was good, the food well cooked and presented...

Went for a pre Christmas dinner. It was absolutely superb. Could not fault anything. The ambience of the room was great and the staff extremely friendly

Booked here for supper on a Saturday night in September. Lovely menu, really highly trained staff, great atmosphere and weren’t made to feel rushed. Staff attention to COVID regulations was top class and felt safe in there. Really enjoyed it!

We had an evening meal here after a day of walking on the moors and in the area. The open fires, the warm welcome (despite the virus !) and the tasty food and local bitter made this a really lovely experience. When you are tired...

We visited for Sunday Lunch as we had read the good reviews. Everything was delicious, I had a Roast Chicken Breast with Yorkshire Pudding, and my partner had the Rump of Lamb, which was a huge portion, he managed to finish it and declared it...

Booked for an evening meal and didn’t regret it. Covid 19 was treated seriously, the food was lovely and the service was great! Nothing was too much trouble for the staff and we had a great evening!

What a lovely welcome - staying at nearby campsite we booked a table and were welcomed by Nikki as if we were old friends. Lovely friendly atmosphere, lots of locals, good food home cooked by Nikki's husband. Ampleforth is very lucky to have this couple...

As always a warm welcome awaits as you enter this cosy and pretty North Yorkshire pub from Nicky and Pete. My Wife and I love escaping to the White Horse for dinner or with the Family for Sunday lunch. The food is always delicious, the...

Have spent a second week in Ampleforth and ignore the review below from Arthur, this place is by far the best in the Village, we weren’t even asked for details at The White Swan, people standing at the bar and staff with no masks on...

Another great evening - I'm local, but a vulnerable adult - can't believe I was eating at the same place as the people on a previous review as the landlady is pretty hot on you obeying social distancing.

Had a lovely evening celebrating a family birthday. Fabulous food and really friendly and attentive staff.

We visited here once only on our holiday in the village for one week. We booked a table for Wednesday evening for 3 adults. It was quite busy with presumably locals, no social distancing, & no face masks worn by staff, unlike the White Swan....

We visited during our holiday in North Yorkshire. Staff were great, service was fab and food was delicious. Hope to call again one day.

To have a short break away, we rented a small cottage in Hovingham, Nth Yorkshire. Whilst travelling to places of local interest we passed through Ampleforth and noticed the White Horse Inn and decided to give it a try. We telephoned and booked a table for the Saturday evening. We arrived and used the hand cleansing station and was shown to our table, menus were cleaned and provided to us and our drinks order taken. Sufficient time was allowed to make our choices (4 of us dining) and it was a short time when the food arrived. I can wax lyrical on the Steak in Guinness pie, is nothing other than excellent and the hand made chips are superb. My wife and her parents chose scampi, chips and salad, all were generous portions. Very attentive staff, provided a first class service. It was our last day on Tuesday and we wanted to return for our last meal out there. I phoned on the Monday morning, to be informed by the owner it was fully booked and we were all disappointed. Ten minutes or so later she rang me back informing me that there had been a cancellation if we wanted it, I confirmed we did. Once again excellent service, most places would not have bothered. Ampleforth has a real jewel in the White Horse!

The White Horse goes to prove that despite these difficult times you can still trade, still provide great service, great food and a friendly and welcoming atmosphere.Our first night in Ampleforth ended with a typical ‘pub meal’ - Chilli Con Carne, Fish & Chips, Burger (the special so not just any burger) and a steak for our gluten-free daughter. The food was top quality and good value, the local beer was limited in choice but refreshing and the pub was relaxing.If you’re staying in the area and want a warm, relaxing, pub meal then you can’t go far wrong.

We stayed at a local campsite and had 2 meals at the While Horse during our stay. It was really good proper pub grub with a good menu and very friendly staff.

Had a really delicious Sunday roast here. They were lovely and friendly and you can tell all the food is homemade it’s fantastic. Look forward to visiting again.

We had superb roast chicken and roast beef main course beautiful and tender. Veg was cooked to perfection and we shared a lovely cheese cake for afters. Good Covid precautions without being heavy handed. Thanks.

Do we ever eat in when we’re away? Nope.We booked a table the day before but couldn’t get into the restaurant so we had a table for 8 in the bar. To be fair, that was ok as we had a lively 3 year old with us. The bar is fine, not top notch, but fine.We had a variety of starters and main courses and a couple of rounds.The landlady was very friendly and helpful, even when a drink got spilt. Food was above Average but nothing special.Price seemed a bit rich.

We called here with our dog and decided to stay and eat as the welcome was lovely and the menu looked good. Our Dalmatian was welcomed with treats and we were offered complimentary home made crisps which were fab. The food was well priced and tasty - the homemade veggie burger was the best I’ve had in any pub or restaurant!

See us a year later you did Nikki.!!Staying locally and we stopped in a couple of years ago for Sunday lunch and have now been doing so for three years! Just as good and welcoming as ever. Great atmosphere, warm fires, dog friendly and a lunch that is the Vicar's Ticket after a long walk.Lovely and Nikki could not have been a better host!Happy Christmas

there were a young with a beard who was very kind to me and my wife sandra. bloody lovely meal and i love fish.

We ate here as a family on Friday night & as a couple on Saturday night. Both meals were excellent - value for money, quality of food and service. Would definitely recommend

We looked at a number of pubs in the area on-line and picked out this for Sunday lunch while on holiday last week. This is a great traditional honest pub with our experience exactly what we had hoped for from the website description. We (and our dogs) were warmly welcomed by the landlady and locals alike. Our lunch was generous and delicious - both the pink juicy tender beef and lamb Henry with roast potatoes Yorkshire pudding and a lovely fresh veg selection were really good. Lovely puds and beer too. Top rating from us - there aren’t enough pubs like this!

Great food... Served with a smile!! Was made to feel extremely welcome... Thanks so much!A huge fuss made over our dog Ziggy!... Not only by the landlady but the patrons in the pub at the time.... All done with genuine sincerety. Will definitely visit next time in the area... You should too!

After a week staying in Ampleforth we looked to eat in the White Horse on our last night. Although we hadn’t booked, we arrived at 530 and the landlady kindly got us a table. The pub is a real gem: cosy surroundings, friendly staff, well kept local beer and delicious home cooked food. The whitebait starter and Steak and Guinness pie were especially tasty.Recommend booking to avoid disappointment but highly recommend visiting.

We went for a family meal. The food was delicious, home cooked and beautifully presented. We had lamb Henry, lobster and crab burgers and a beef burger. All delicious.Puddings also excellent- sticky toffee and crumble. Proper custard!We live locally and haven’t been before- we’ve missed a trick!

An impromptu visit on a Thursday evening. A traditional, cosy pub with excellent food and very attentive staff. The chicken pie had loads of filling and delicious pastry and the fish and chips had an excellent light batter. Will definitely be back to sample more of the menu.

This restaurant is set in an old English Inn which still retains the atmosphere. Visited on a random Tuesday night and there was a very good choice of food which was well presented and delicious. The staff were friendly and helpful. We will definitely be visiting again.

This is rare - a five star restaurant review from me. We went for dinner last Tuesday and thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. Our meals - shared starter of King Prawns with Chilli Sauce and main meals of Lamb Henry and Crab and Lobster Burger were so enjoyable - the Crab and Lobster Burger which was my choice - with chips and salad, no burger bun - was delicious - could actually taste the shellfish. On top of that, the service was excellent. Friendly, comfortable and dishes brought with just the right intervals between. Would recommend without hesitation.

We were welcomed on our visit and had a lovely Sunday lunch. We returned later in the week to join a quiz night which was good fun.

Came in here for a much needed quick drink at the end of what looked like it had been a very busy Sunday lunchtime, but the staff couldn’t have been more welcoming. The interior is utterly traditional and they serve a wonderful pint of Theakstons. Only downside was the guy at the next table feeding his Sunday lunch to his three dogs. Not the pub’s fault, but very off putting.

I have eaten here several times recently and never been disappointed. It is a limited menu with at least 2 specials every day. If you are lucky enough to be there when haddock or sea bass are on special you will not be disappointed. The fish is very fresh and beautifully and simply cooked. Meat is from a local supplier and makes excellent pies and home made burgers. Prices are very reasonable and have been made very welcome thanks to Nikki and her front of house staff. Highly recommended.

Booked for Sunday lunch. Very nice friendly pub. Excellent and friendly service, as was the food. Highly recommend.

We arrived here on a chilly night and were sitted by the fire. It's a very cosy setting. The food was very tasty. Crispy chips and the steak pie - fab!! The landlady could not have been more helpful.

Called early in the week and it was so busy, staff werevvery helpful and found us a table in the small restaurant room. Very pleasant food we had the steak pie; a lovely old fashioned feel to the pub. Will definitely return, booking advisable!

We ate at this pub two nights out of three on our weekend in Ampleforth. Best pies in Yorkshire for sure! Service was brilliant everyone was lovely and friendly and the food was amazing, their vanilla cheesecake is a must have! Definitely the best pub in Ampleforth! Hopefully will be back soon

Stopped for lunch after a drive around the local area. The White Horse used to have the reputation for excellent food but I’m afraid that must be a while ago. Our food was ok, service was ok but there are many better places to have lunch in this area so the bar is set rather higher these days. Prices should be more competitive for the type of food on offer.

Three of us are here at this charming, cozy pub. Lovely log fire, great menu, cooked to order, great service. The bar is popular and quite small. The food was delicious and reasonably priced, the whole meal experience was very relaxed and unhurried. A good selection of wines too. Would thoroughly recommend.

Visiting family and booked a table here. Sadly we didn’t have time for a pudding, which is a shame as they sounded lovely. We had chicken dinners, haddock and chips and a chilli, which was very spicy. Reasonably priced. Would visit again but making sure we had time for desserts.

Tried to book last year while on holiday, booked in advance this year. Beautiful place, not commercially spoilt absolutely lovely. Food was excellent and atmosphere and welcome brilliant,thank you Nikki x

A delicious dinner tonight at this warm & friendly pub. Lamb Henry special, the meat just fell apart, so tasty. Looking forward to a return visit in the Summer

Visited last year so again Booked Sunday lunch after a long walk. Nikki was a perfect hostess and just as welcoming. Dog friendly with doggie treats and adult treats in the form of tasty Sunday roasts. Lovely atmosphere thanks

We arrived as a group of 9 cold and tired after a ten mile walk. We were greeting with a roaring fire and a very cosy pub indeed. The owners were so welcoming and friendly. We had pre-booked a table and the majority of us had the steak pie which was DELICIOUS! The bar is dog friendly too!

I went here recently at a friend's invitation. Neither of us had been before so didn't know what to expect, - it was chosen for convenience. What a suprise! The hotel is in the village centre close to the famous Ampleforth School, it was easy to find and had adequate parking for the time we were there. The dining rooms were quite small and cosy, so different from many similar establishments, the service was spot-on and the food was excellent as regards quality, quantity and, importantly, presentation.

Family of 5 , 3 kids and Arlo the lab were given a lovely warm welcome by Nikki and her team after a sunday walk in the rain. Kids and dog made a big fuss off (doggie treats and post lunch chocolate buttons for the kids). Roast beef was lovely and the atmosphere was warm and cozy. Will definitely return.Highly recommended.

Fantastic proper pub with northerners as locals who took to us southerners as well as they could -if you are pub person you will not beat the atmosphere especially if you want to join in.The food is lovely better than pub food but not pretentious .In all great week in this village and in this pub