Best Country Pubs in North Yorkshire

The White Lion Inn

With rustic and stone-flagged floors, the White Lion Inn is one of the prettiest pubs in North Yorkshire. It is located along the Upper Wharfedale’s walk in Skipton – the triangle between Cray, Buckden and Hubberholme. Despite its simple setting, the menu is highly sophisticated, with trout dishes and fillet steaks dominating the scene. And if you love the place that much you can’t leave, why not book one of the rooms upstairs?

Sandpiper Inn

Its market town location in Leyburn, close to the Yorkshire Dales, is complemented by the beautifully-executed dishes and the wide selection of wines available. You can find everything from fish cakes to delicious lamb and pork dishes, topped with an endless choice of whiskies to close the meal.

The Horseshoe Hotel and Ye Horseshoe

Boasting a desirable position along the River Esk, these two pubs share a similar name and serve equally exquisite food in a friendly atmosphere. The Ye Horseshoe offers six real ales, vegetarian options and plentiful pies.

The Sportsman’s Arms

Found in Wath, in the Harrogate district, this pleasant pub is famous in the local area thanks to the Eton Mess recipe, the same for more than 30 years. Seasonally-sourced food is paired along with a fantastic selection of wines. While here, don’t forget to try the Summer pudding – a speciality for over 40 years!

The Angel at Hetton

This Michelin-awarded restaurant is found in Hetton, set within the beautiful Yorkshire Dales, and boasts a fine-tasting menu. Ingredients are fresh and locally sourced, carefully selected every season. Don’t miss the irresistible quail with Scottish girolles or the monkfish in barbequed kale.

The Bridge Inn

Found along the River Swale in Helmsley, on the outskirts of York, this friendly pub offers a welcoming atmosphere, great food and an endless selection of real ales. Fish and chips, mega-burgers and Sunday roasts are always on the agenda, complemented by cosy accommodations if you’d like to extend your stay. And if you fancy a walk after your meal, you’ll be spoilt for choice.

The Bull Inn

West Tanfield regularly appears on the most beautiful North Yorkshire spots, and the Bull Inn is a stop you definitely cannot miss. Set on the banks of the River Ure, at the gateway to the Yorkshire Dales, this pub was restored in 1699 and has never failed to impress its guests. The classic Steak and Ale Pie is the highlight, but there are also smaller bites and salads if you prefer to stay light before your walk.

The George and Dragon

Lying along the banks of the River Swale in Hudswell, this award-winning authentic ale pub is your go-to place if you love a good pint in a cosy environment. It was the first community-owned pub in Yorkshire and is still a destination of choice for many. The pies and chips are home-cooked, and the bread is baked on site and served warm. A real delight.