“A rural pub with rooms boasting sweeping views over the North York Moors. The interiors ooze charm with original features such as flagstone floors, dark-wood furnishings, and vintage pieces. There's a cosy restaurant, bar with open fire, and a wrap-around terrace. A magical countryside getaway.”

Recommended for

  • Local exploring

    • Explore Helmsley, 7 miles away, with its independent shops, a good market, a Norman castle and a restored Georgian walled garden
  • Country Escape

    • Sweeping moorland, ancient woods, and timeless villages make this the perfect rural escape
  • Cycling

    • The region is a fantastic location for cycling with miles of country roads, bridleways, and forest tracks
  • Wildlife Area

    • In autumn, whales move south along Yorkshire's coastline, following the shoals of mackerel and herring
  • Other Activities

    • The North York Moors has vast areas of clear, dark skies – you can often see up to 2000 stars
  • Pet friendly

    • Well-behaved dogs are welcome in the bar, garden areas and selected guest rooms
  • Great walks

    • This is a walker's paradise with scenic hills and valleys around every corner
  • Restaurant

    • Seasonal, traditional meals are served in the dining room, garden and bar
  • Child friendly

    • All ages are welcome
  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Full of character

  • Hills & mountains

  • Local markets

  • Quiet

  • Views

  • Romantic

  • Charming

  • Traditional

  • Village

  • Inn

  • Historic

  • B&B

Facilities

  • Rooms

    9 rooms in this hotel
  • Pet friendly

    Well-behaved dogs are welcome in the bar, garden areas and selected guest rooms
  • Restaurant

    Seasonal, traditional meals are served in the dining room, garden and bar
  • Parking

    There is free on-site parking
  • Child friendly

    All ages are welcome
  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Cots available

  • Fireplace

  • Bar

  • Wifi

  • Garden

Activities

  • Cycling

    • The region is a fantastic location for cycling with miles of country roads, bridleways, and forest tracks
  • Wildlife Area

    • In autumn, whales move south along Yorkshire's coastline, following the shoals of mackerel and herring
  • Other Activities

    • The North York Moors has vast areas of clear, dark skies – you can often see up to 2000 stars
  • Great walks

    • This is a walker's paradise with scenic hills and valleys around every corner
  • Local markets

Map & Location

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