The best restaurants in Swaledale Richmondshire Yorkshire and The Humber

Missed out on first visit as closed, so made a detour to try the fruit cake and cheese. It was delicious along with very good scones, cream and jam. Generous pots of tea too. Great after a walk in the Dales

Visited for a late breakfast when staying in Richmond. The service was outstanding as was the quality of the food and the Covid measures were spot on. Our breakfast was one of the nicest cooked breakfasts we’ve had in a long time. There’s a little shop on site which has some lovely trinkets and a garden/plant sale too - 3 attractions in one!

Fantastic country pub with great pies and a lovely selection of beer and cider. Cheers

Lovely warm welcoming pub to take a lunch break on a long walk on a cold day in Swaledale. The Swaledale Trail Pale was the best beer I’ve had in a longtime

Called in for a drink with our two dogs, lovely pint of local ale, well deserving its CAMRA listings. Lots of local history on the walls, a lovely old traditional, unpretentious Yorkshire pub.

We visited here after reading some encouraging reviews and noting that “booking is essential for food”, we thought it would be a safe bet while we were in the area. Unfortunately, the 2 stars are for service along as the bar staff were very polite and helpful. They are also dog friendly which is a bonus. Other than that, the food was not impressive. We had the Sunday roast and the beef tasted of poor quality, and vegetables were not seasoned and lacked flavour. The cabbage served with the meal was pickled which wasn’t what we expected. We were still hungry afterwards but didn’t want to waste any more money on desert in case it was more of the same. The decor is very tired and the place does lack atmosphere unfortunately. We didn’t drink alcohol but they have a wide variety of ales to choose from behind the bar. We won’t be returning, sadly!

We were the only people staying in the Kearton, and we were renting the 2 bed apartment. The owners could not have been anymore helpful. Didnt sample any food, but have visited many times and have always found it lovely

One of my favourite places, so much so getting married here in January.

Disappointing front of house, both men working that evening came across more hostile rather than hospitable! Made to feel like we were an inconvenience and that there was some kind of rush! There were plenty of free tables! Food, however, was great so well done chef and try harder front of house!

The location is simply fabulous. At the top of Swaledale with views all around. Set up for walkers - so friendly, helpful and knowledgeable about the area. Mixing with fellow walkers meant a very sociable stay. Room was good size and comfortable. Restaurant bar and lounge were of high quality and brought a high enjoyable stay. Matt and Dave are great hosts. Thoroughly recommended.

New owners Adam and Caz gave a warm welcome even when they were not officially open. Nothing was too much trouble. We wish them all the very best in their new venture and look forward to seeing them on our next visit. Rob and Pam