White Swan in Ryedale

Fantastic ploughman's lunch, really good quality.

Lovely old pub with plenty of space and an inviting open log fire on a cold day

Friendly staff, delicious dinner and lovely dining rooms: the roasted celeriac main was fantastic!

My family and I have hired The Bothy within The White Swan several times, for large family gatherings. We have always had a great experience, with fantastic customer service and delicious food. Most recently, we used it for an afternoon after my Grandfather's funeral. I was able to book at short notice and it provided the perfect space for a private family get together to celebrate my Grandad (especially as he had spent time in The Bothy himself, during previous gatherings). A special thank you to Simon who dealt with my booking. He promptly responded, ensured all our needs were accommodated and enabled us to have a really memorable time.

We spent three days in Pickering staying at this wonderful hotel. Everything was just excellent from a warm welcome, comfortable room, fabulous hot shower and food and beer was top notch. We enjoyed our stay so much we are returning next month. Thank you to all the team.

I’ve stayed here a few times and eaten in the restaurant even when not staying here - the staff are excellent, the rooms are clean although possibly in need of updating and refreshing. The restaurant is great - a good menu and I’ve not had a bad meal here.

First visit to Pickering for a short break with friends staying in The Bothy at the White Swan. Located in the centre of this quaint town this 3* hotel (more like 4*) with its welcoming, friendly staff did not disappoint. The generously sized rooms, (21 and 22) are comfortable, clean and warm with everything you need for a relaxing stay. Fill the large bath tub with the complimentary bath soak or enjoy a hot rainfall shower and let the stresses of the day melt away. Tea, coffee, fresh milk and biscuits are provided and replenished daily. As are cans of fresh water stored in the room's fridge. Breakfast is located in the main dining room and is an opportunity to fill up before you head out for the day. Try the array of cerials, pastries, flapjacks, berries, fruits and yoghurts, or enjoy a delicious cooked full Yorkshire breakfast. The evening meal menu has a mouthwatering array of dishes to suit most dietary requirements at reasonable prices. Our party enjoyed their individual choices of steak, chicken and roasted celeriac. Out and About. There are numerous walks around and from the town. We took the steam train to Goathland (The location of the TV soap Heartbeat and the station featured in the 1st Harry Potter film), then followed a trail to a natural waterfall then onto a wooded walk over moorland before returning to the village and train station back to Pickering. Several passengers continued on beyond Goathland to Whitby about 9 miles further. We have enjoyed our first stay in Pickering and the White Swan provides a super, comfortable base from which to explore more of what North Yorkshire has to offer. We'll come back.

Decent beer, pool table, dog friendly.

We dined on a Friday evening and found the restaurant well presented and not over crowded. From the limited main courses menu I chose “Charcoal grilled rump steak from Glaves of Brompton, fries, Pickering watercress, roast tomato, green peppercorn sauce” . My wife took “Grilled sea bream, sea salt grilled potatoes, brown shrimps, tenderstem broccoli & salsa verde”. We each had a glass of wine, red & white, with water. The service was very good, the food was good as was the wine. I would be happy to recommend the White Swan dinners to locals and any visitors to this ancient town. The bill was £71.50 which I noted included a 10% gratuity. Reasonable value I thought.

Had a lunchtime meal whilst in pickering my wife had the haddock and chips I had the risotto both very good . Based on this experience we returned on the Saturday at 13.45pm for a meal . We both had the beef burger, initially my wife ordered the fish but unfortunately they had ran out . The meal seem to arrive very quickly the chips appeared pre cooked and were poor. The burgers dense and hard with a very sparse salad disappointed in the whole experience

we stayed in the hotel as a group of 11, the booking was taken by the delightful staff. On arrival we were shown to lovely clean rooms in a lovely quaint hotel. Dinner on the restaurant was fabulous, as was breakfast. Apparently the chef has been in the kitchen for 30 years, long may he stay!

Nice place to stay its our third time we have stopped here

Brilliant food, friendly staff, great location and atmosphere.

Stayed here for one night August 2024 and what an absolute gem of a place. Pickering itself is also very quaint and well worth a visit. the staff were great and the breakfast was excellent. Room was clean and the bed very comfortable would definitely recommend and will be back soon. thanks Jack and Alsion

Called in for lunch. Everything very nice.

Didn’t stay here but have quaffed a few pints 🍺 of Timothy Taylor and eaten in the restaurant. Food was excellent and hospitality superb.

Lovely little pub and brewery. You can have a tour around the brewery.

We had a lovely meal with great service.

Lovely pub in Pickering, the best one with great food and wine menu. We had light bites - a delicious cauliflower and blue cheese soup with focaccia, a bowl of smoked almonds and the Whitby potted crab with celeriac remoulade and crispbreads. We also had a slice of blueberry and almond tart with creme fraiche...all delicious. Would definitely go back to try their main meals. The Inn is really nicely decorated, has a lovely garden to sit in too. The staff were really friendly and helpful, would definitely recommend going there if visiting Pickering (we went to 4 pubs and this was by far the nicest).

Some friends were staying here so I went popped in for dinner. The food was super quality and the service was impeccable, and very good value. We had a very good evening there.

Excellent stay, food was lovely and the accommodation was excellent. Would stay again.

A nice place to stay, rooms were OK, but we noticed that they were starting a refurbishment. The restaraunt was really nice with great food and brilliant attentive staff although the red wine bottle price was very expensive, over £30 for a basic bottle of shiraz. Good choice of breakfast both hot and cold options.

My husband and I were witnesses to the general manager abusing and swearing at his staff without a care of it being within earshot of customers. Horrendous working conditions and a horrendous environment to have to be in. He should be sacked.

I've known of this place for many years, but today had my first Sunday lunch. Decor, atmosphere, service, food all good. Good central location too. Two mains (roast lamb), one pudding and two drinks came to over £66. Good, but fully priced. Would return.

We had a great Sunday Lunch with all the trimmings. The service was perfect, not too fast or too slow. The dining areas were tastefully decorated and clean. Nothing was too much trouble, including managing our two allergies. Dogs are allowed. The food was fabulous, tasty, lots of it, perfectly cooked and hot.

We had a one night stay at the White Swan. we found the White Swan very comfortable with fantastic staff, and very nice food. Our room was very comfortable, clean and well appointed.

4 of us friends are on holiday near here, from the South of England, and our holiday home owner recommended us to go here for Sunday Lunch, which we did today. The boards outside described the warm welcome, good food and good Yorkshire hospitality, and that's exactly what we got! The welcome was warm, friendly and we received great service. The mushroom soup starter was incredibly tasty, with a piece of amazing focaccia on the side, and the roast lamb with all of the trimmings was delicious, I couldn't manage to eat all of the enormous Yorkshire pudding! We will definitely return.

First class Sunday lunch for Mothers Day. Good service excellent food and totally unrushed. Great beef, lamb and pork.Amazing Yorkshire puds and fresh veggies inc cauliflower cheese. Good portions too. My Mum felt properly pampered thank you

Very nice dinner, I had the hullumi and advacado burger ,it was very tasty abd red hot . Staff were very friendly and helpful

We had food which was okay, but a little bit expensive and oily.

Very nice good food great service lovely comfortable quiet rooms, being able to park car next to hideaway room a good advantage in not having to cart bags and clothes up and down stairs.

Service was lovely, food lacked taste. Soup was something of nothing and bland. Bread was gooey. Vegetables lacked flavour. Lamb and pork was tasty. It all looked great just lacked flavour. Our most expensive meal on our weeks break.

We’ve frequented the bar many times over the years , always found d it welcoming with the fire on and the locals ! Always clean and welcoming , ate lunch , limited choice but very nice hot food . Booked an evening meal , they had run out of fish so quickly made a decision on the lamb and the pork , not disappointed ! Will always pop in here while staying or passing through Pickering , wish it was my local !

We found this place last year by chance when the lady in the Black Swan up the road was quite rude - and lucky she was. We returned last week for lunch and drinks, and just as before, the food is excellent, the service is fantastic and the venue is wonderful. Look forwrd to returning next year - thankyou all at the White Swan

Stumbled upon the White Swan whilst looking for somewhere to eat in Pickering on a Sunday evening with free EV charging as an added bonus, between a decent sized car park is accessed via the archway . We arrived slightly before they started serving at 6:15pm and had a couple of drinks in the sat in the small bar area. The staff were friendly and welcoming and the food service was efficient. The White Swan has accommodation as well providing food and some of the diners were obviously staying. We started with Wild Pigeon and pistachio terrine with chestnut bread, which was a great combination, we then had fish and chips with posh peas, that tasted much better than normal mushy peas and a massive pork chop with bubble and squeak with a mustard sauce. both mains were excellent, we finished with crème brulé and home made chocolate and cornflake flavour ice cream. Overall a slightly unusual menu but very enjoyable and well worth the £75 it cost us including drinks.

We booked this Hotel restaurant for one of our nights evening meals, opting to reserve a table as very busy and some locations not open some nights. The menu was comprehensive & the food chosen was well cooked & presented by a great team of staff who were attentive without being intrusive. The hotel sits in the Market Square and there is ample on street parking available but check any time restrictions. Overall, great restaurant, with good food selection, well cooked & presented by a great team of staff.

Ordered mains only, of Hake and Sirloin steak. Both good but hake should be served with roast cauliflower but came with broccoli, no explanation when questioned which was the only disappointment. Staff appear to be inexperienced but generally reasonable service. Prices high for Pickering but quality was good. Would recommend if not on a budget and would go back unlike some reviews.

Excellent Sunday lunch, its Yorkshire so mahoosive yorkie. Would recommend booking as it does get busy. Attentive, friendly staff and very dog friendly

Despicable overpriced to say the least drink was the only thing we got excited about it the food is nothing we had wait a long time for our food and there was only 2 tables in. I will not be back!

Very pricey £19 for haddock and chips . At 19 quid you’d expect a large well cooked tasty piece of fish I’m sure most people would agree? This wasn’t anything special at all - the haddock was quite underwhelming and dwarfed by the thick and quite greasy batter also served skin side up ! Burger was decent, but just average fries. 10% service charge was not explained , but is added onto bill as standard , to decline, you’d have to make a point of doing so which I’d find embarrassing. The level of service didn’t warrant a £4.35 tip as one lady was a bit rude when we advised the salt cellar was empty, she abruptly replied that the salt cellars were filled that very morning. Could we not expect to have our point accepted without the comeback, at this level of expected service charge? Will try other places next time guys.

Amazing Sunday dinner on a rainy day, the service and food was amazing, the desert was delicious and we all left very happy

The food was very good (my steak was excellent and perfectly cooked) and the Tuna Loin my wife had was superb. The waitresses were very attentive and made the evening very pleasant.

We went for a family dinner 6 people and the service was dreadful the girl serving front of house the orders and taking payment was so rude and without any care for the service it completely spoilt the experience. We went to the Italian restaurant the previous night and the service was warm caring and exceptional the contrast was staggering - we would never come back! Food was ok nothing to get excited about but do yourself and go elsewhere!

Not good, and very very expensive for what you get, I ordered 1/2 lobster cost £24 I’ve seen bigger prawns it was tasteless and rubbery . The desserts were a rip off at £10 for a small portion.

With many locals in the area closing down there is a limited choice and it would appear that the one’s left standing what to take advantage. The prices are a complete rip off and taking advantage of both 5h3 locals and visitors. I can get a sticky toffee pud on the outskirts of the capital for much less than at this ‘pub’, £9 for a sticky toffee pudding, you can stick it.

Simply excellent Great staff and good food We went in on the off chance and they found us a table with no trouble Ordered and had a great meal

First time visit to Pickering so looked for a place to have a nice drink before our meal in town, we went to the pub next door first, the large glass windows made it look quite smart but soon as we walked in the door we realised it was Pickerings version of Weatherspoons, we didn’t stay, so that’s how we came to be in the White Swan, and what a contrast, they had a lovely warm fire ( which was much needed as we got drenched walking into town ) and cosy seating. There was a good choice of beers and spirits and service was very good. The bar manager was very engaging with customers and was constantly checking everything was how it should be, I also noticed staff did regular checks on the toilets, which showed as the gents was spotless. We returned for another drink on our second night and would consider staying as a guest on our next visit.

Just recently stayed here in room 15 which we were pleasantly surprised to find situated in the courtyard to the rear of the pub with it’s own private parking.Attention to detail was paramount in both the room and restaurant where we had dinner and breakfast.The food was superb quality and value for money.The staff were very friendly and helpful and we couldn’t fault anything about our stay .Will definitely return if in the area. Many thanks for a wonderful time

A cheeky Sunday night tipple trying the local provision with Delightful Other Half (doh). Popped in for a nice pint and met some lovely people. Staff very friendly, drinks ok if a little expensive for what they were. Decor very frustrating as at times made me ill. Front snug with tiny spotted wallpaper is no go for anyone that has vertigo. Had to move out as made me feel ill, restaurant similar as the paper is lovely but too much as on ceiling as well. I was not alone as other couple with a dog had to leave as it was making her feel dizzy and sick too. Colours chosen for decor were dubious, tired and poor quality as painted over flock paper and shiny varnish everywhere but patches and paint marks showing. And old building but plastering could be better, if wanting to look rustic not a problem but this looks slapdash DOH cringing as just wants to help with the plastering and painting... (His trade ) so he was sat with tics in the corner. Very scrappy do with 'let me at em, let me at em' to help ha ha Some beautiful old features including light fittings and rugs. Could do to accept it is a beautiful old building and treat it so and they will come. ... Scrap chasing modern and work the bonus features ...

Called into the pub side yesterday, with our dog, and sat in the little area at the front, the menu did not impress me, hence i did not have anything to eat, we ordered Coffee, and my partner got a pint, also he just had...

Really enjoyed our girls'night out! A variety of dishes on the menu to suit all of our needs. Vegan option was pricey compared to the other dishes but very accommodating chef and tasty main course.

Arranging a family get together in advance and from a distance (we live over 200 miles away) the White Swan was once again a good choice. Assured parking in a busy town was helpful as we were spending a short break 20 miles away in...

The White Swan is a hotel and inn, right in the centre of town. So that meant it was very handy for dinner on the first night of a week’s break in the area – only a short walk from where we were staying. We’ve...

Terrible service. Give them a 0 out 5. No comprehension of an unsealed disability. Shocking way to treat a veteran and a local. Never eating there again.

As ever the hotel, rooms and experience was as relaxing as always. This is our 4th time staying at The White Swan and it really is a break away from reality for us and an opportunity for us to push the boat out and spoil...

Cosy dining room, tasty food and very efficient service. Particularly yummy puds! Pity we don't live in Yorkshire, or we'd definitely be back.

Staff, Food selection & service was excellent. We found the selection of food, wines to be good and if there was a disappointment it was no Guinness on tap or can?

A lovely pub, very clean, attentive, first class barman, who knows how to serve a mean gin! We very much enjoyed our visit here.

From walking through the door to leaving, the service from the barman to the waitresses was second to none. We were a family of 2 adults and 2 young children and the food that we all received was superb, will definitely come here again when...

We booked the restaurant after dining here in the past to celebrate a birthday meal but after tonight we'll delete it from our list. The starters were acceptable but the Chargrilled pork rib eye was dreadful. Firstly only one side of the pork had been...

Visited the White Swan for an evening meal last week. Initial greeting was ok but not particularly welcoming. We ordered drinks and subsequently a main course. The main course was preceded by a waitress bringing "home made" bread. The home made description was very questionable...

Fantastic meal with my husband and primary school aged child. Service was efficient and friendly. Food was served quickly and was delicious. My only niggle is that it started to get busy when we had finished our meals and it took a long time to...

We had an evening meal there recently and will certainly go again. The food was tasty and great quality. Without exception, the service was superb, with attentive but unimposing staff offering assistance and advice in the right manner. Highly recommended.

We again had a lovely meal, this was our 3rd visit in 2 weeks. The food was great and the service lovely. In response to the review from Rachel regarding the dogs. We had ours with us and the other dog which was unfortunately unwell...

We only called in for a pint and stopped for 3 !. A great place to visit if you are in the area. Just a pity that we had booked somewhere else to stay or else this would have been perfect.

Was put on a table surrounded by people with dogs as there were no other tables available but we wouldn't have gone there if we had realised. One dog was sick so the smell was awful. Food was so overpriced and the manager really didn't...

Only in for breakfast this time but even then the service and quality of food is outstanding. Great staff who are always polite and go the extra mile.

Excellent food very well presented and possibly the best available in the town of Pickering. At the top of the price range for the Town n but well worth it

We visited the White Swan one evening for drinks and returned the next night to eat at the restaurant food was exceptional with a great wine list comfortable surroundings excellent customer service from Andrew,Gaia and Adam who were very friendly,helpful and a credit to the...

We visited the White Swan for dinner this week while staying in Pickering. The staff were friendly and welcoming, the service was good and the chargrilled sea bream was delicious. We found the White Swan reasonably priced for the calibre of the food and would...

2 beers one gin with lemonade one vodka and coke £24 Stopped for a drink with a view to eating here, but after being charged the above for a drink we left. When we complained the girl behind the bar showed us the prices and...

Had dinner with a group of friends here and the food was overpriced for its quality. I had a starter of goats cheese mousse with roasted beetroot but the mousse had an unpleasant and very sharp tang to it and I could barely cut the...

We have been here a few times over the years when on holiday in the area. The first time was about 10 years ago and was one of the best meals I’ve ever had. Sadly this time wasn’t as good and I’m not certain I...

Sunday dinner – pre-booked online – welcomed and seated - drinks order taken - left for a while before food order taken - both choose the Whitby fish and chips - expected much from restaurant setting Fish arrived - big portion laid on top of...

Justify £13 for a glass of wine!!! £7 or £8 maybe but £13 for aa bang average wine is poor. Yes you are warned about the cost but I still find it hard to understand.

Wet, wild and windy outside. A lovely Sunday Lunch inside. The food was delicious and the staff were warm, friendly and cheerful. Thank you.

Stopped here for a drink on a Friday evening. Initially told no tables, but we're squeezed in by the accommadating staff (thank you) on a table in the dining room...with roaring fire and were soon enjoying a welcome drink and relaxing. We decided to stay...

What a lovely cozy pub with a real coal fire which is certainly perfect to sit beside for a drink on a cold day.

Wonderful food. Great room. Staff are helpful and genuinely friendly. The welcome is so warm. Thank you for a great stay. This was our second stay at this lovely cosy hotel.

Stop here and enjoy a meal here, as you will not be disappointed with the quality of the produce and food portion size.

I stayed out of season, so I found a lot of local restaurants were closed in Pickering High street in the evenings. But this pub was always busy and it looked inviting from the outside. Located right in the middle of the high street I...

I was soo looking forward to staying after it being cancelled twice due to COVID, we have stayed many times over the years and booked a table for lunch but couldn’t believe they don’t do light snacks it’s the same menu for lunch and dinner....

On arrival we were impressed by the attractive decor and furnishings in this cozy up market pub restaurant. We skipped starters and ordered fish and chips at £15, belly pork £19 and a rump steak for £20. All our meals were excellent with special mention...

Excellent meal for the four of us. Staff were particularly good with my wife’s lactose intolerance, well done chef and waitress!

Really enjoyed our lunch here. The menu is a bit limited and not a lunch menu as such BUT there are starter which you can have then if you like a side of chips etc.. we was put off by the menu initially but when...

Lovely lovely place for a meal or to pop in for a drink. Adam totally brilliant barman! Will be back! Lovely ambiance and attention to detail.

The food was good, although not worth the price. Very disappointing service, slow and no customer service skills, felt like a burden on the staff (exception of barman bringing drinks). No apology for long wait, didn’t ask for drinks order, rude attitude.

Warm and friendly atmosphere. No piped music! Interesting bistro-style menu with local sourcing. Main course fish was delicious and perfectly presented. Recommend the Basque cheesecake! Beautifully refurbished decor.

Just popped into the white swan in Pickering ordered 2 single gins one with lemonade and one with tonic water. they were brought to our table. Went to pay for them and was charged £15.50.....extortionate prices and the ambience wasn't that spectacular . Normally we...

We went for dinner on a recommendation. Whilst our meals were not a disaster they were far from perfect. The starters were good. Our mains, disappointing. My wife had a crab salad and it was underwhelming, a little more effort in terms of presentation would...

What a wonderful meal we had, Roast Lamb was perfect! Staff worked incredibly hard to look after a full restaurant. Well done to them all! Thank you for a great night

This was our third visit to the White Swan and it is better than ever. The refurb (done prior to our second stay) has built on what was already an excellent pub, with great food and drink and very friendly and welcoming staff. COVID procedures...

Me and a few friends stopped by and shared a bottle of wine, after that we decided on getting lunch! It was very tasty, the girl who served us ( molly ) was very professional and attentive. Would definitely go again we even got shown...

We eat at the White Swan to celebrate my husbands birthday and we can confirm as so many of the other reviews we received an enjoyable meal and attentive service throughout. The staff in the restaurant work hard and despite being a very warm evening...

We got to Pickering early for our mini break so we decided to have a drink at the white swan where we were booked in for meal the day after. We ordered drinks a pint off landlord and a cider,they could not get a full...

A town centre hotel and inn with a nice restaurant which we’d tried on a previous trip to the area. We liked it then and reckoned it was well worth a revisit. It’s a shortish menu which we usually regard as a good thing. Service...

The white Swan restaurant is another great place to eat in Pickering. Bigger than the willwgate Bistro but certainly on a par with standard and quality of food. Had lamb my wife had sea bass and we shared a huge sticky toffee pud. All exceptional!...

We had a beautiful meal during our stay. Lobster bisque, grilled lobster, lamb, crepe brûlée . Everything was cooked perfectly for us. The house wine was very palatable. The service was impeccable. We love this plac3 so much

The White Swan should have a Michelin Star. I have travelled extensively and now reside in Pickering. We able to come here for lunch at Christmas before the latest(&hopefully last) lockdown. Lunch was very good and we looked forward to coming back. Finally we were...

Visited here for lunch at the end of October. Very nice food, polite service, dog friendly and with log fires on in each room. Had the 'Potted crab with celeriac remoulade' as a starter, followed by a main of 'Burger with bacon, Yorkshire Blue cheese...