Another visit to our favourite inn on the Yorkshire moors. We hoped it hadn't changed from a few…read moreyears ago. It had but a little to the better in that the room we occupied had been 'upgraded' with a jacuzzi bath. As was usual in this great inn were the toiletries, bathrobes, tea/coffee making facilities.....I could go on for ever as there is so much in the rooms. Alistair and Karen are perfect hosts and will do anything to make your stay perfect. I have carried on, somewhat, about the room but one thing that mustn't be missed is the food. Alistair is rarely away from the kitchen. The food that comes out is beyond description. All locally sourced. In the evening we started with a seafood platter for my partner and an awe inspiring lobster bisque for myself. My mouth still waters thinking about it. Main course, for both of us, was a dressed crab. A perfect meal. Breakfast in the morning was a full English for myself. The black pudding has to be tried. My partner had scrambled eggs with smoked salmon. Those plates filled us up for the day and the drive to Edinburgh. If you are in the area, this is the best place to stay but book early because it gets filled quickly. Thanks K & A, and your wonderful staff, for another great nights stay.

The food, the drink, the staff, the customers, the atmosphere, the location--nothing could be…read morebetter! Whether you are stopping in for a quick bite in the pub, having a Sunday meal, or celebrating a reunion of 50 cousins, you will be amazed at the unique menu items, all prepared on site, and all mouth watering delicious. Then to top it off, the ales, ciders, and Scotch whiskeys that are on hand. The friendliness of the owners will have you coming back again and again. Love this place! (Previously operated by my great great grandfather in the 1800's)

I found this pub purely by chance and what a gem it proved to be.Perched on a hillside it has a…read morelarge car park overlooking the valley and village below and has outside seating for the more hardy souls amongst us.On entering we were immediately struck by the cosy atmosphere in the bar,greatly helped by a log fire crackling in the grate.The staff were welcoming and friendly and when we enquired about food we were given the choice of eating in the bar or the restaurant.The bar had a choice of cask ales from the Blacksheep Brewery as well as a range of lagers,wines and spirits.The menu was very comprehensive with most of the food coming from local sources and all dishes are cooked to order.Our meals were well cooked,nicely presented and arrived at the table piping hot.Portion sizes were large and very good value for money.I would place the meals at the top end of pub cuisine and say this is a must visit place if you are in the area.

This must be one of the few places like this left in Britain this unique and unspoilt pub combining…read morethe village shop is located by the river in the village of Beckhole. The bar is about 3 foot long and if 5 people stood in there you would feel like a sardine. Fortunately there is another room at other side of the shop if the weather is unpleasant where your beer is served through the hatch in the wall. There is a beer garden which has ample seating, they offer their own brew as well as Black Sheep Bitter. This is a lovely spot to stop off if you are thinking of wandering from Grosmont to Goathland about a 4 mile walk the North Yorkshire Moors Railway stops and picks up at both stations. They offer sandwiches and pies so if you're hungry a snack is also an option.

Middle of nowhere, casual dress, Michelin-starred…read more My husband and I went out of our way to eat and stay here. Was it worth the 3 hour journey from London (2-hr train ride, 1-hr by car) to make our reservation from 6-months earlier? Absolutely. Courses are small, but plenty. Staff are immensely courteous and thoughtful (they made a custom menu for our dietary needs and even had the chefs sign it before we left). And the setting couldn't be more idyllic. I'd suggest getting the wine pairing as it really completes the meal. Go ahead and stay the night as breakfast is included the next day. Just make sure to work out your travel from the train station to the restaurant. It really is out in the sticks.

An absolutely fantastic experience enhanced by the charming and beautiful countryside that The…read moreBlack Swan at Oldstead is nestled within - an area that I wouldn't have visited otherwise but am grateful for having done so. Make sure to make a small detour to Kilburn to see The Kilburn White Horse which stands firmly in the hillside. The Black Swan is a beautiful picturesque old pub full of warmth and charm. Upon arrival you are welcomed into the bar area for aperitifs where a log fire crackles and glows. Make sure to notice the Robert Thompson mouse carved into the bar. Great selection of small batch gins - I enjoyed a glass of Sir Robin of Locksley from Sheffield with tonic. Amuse bouche are served here before moving upstairs to the restaurant. The Smoked Eel and Apple Tartlets were light and well balanced in their flavours whilst the Chicken Dumpling was rich, satisfying and would sit well on the finest of dim sum plates in Hong Kong. The restaurant is more modern in decoration with an "open kitchen" where some of the dishes are prepared with a clear artistic love and attention to detail. Service is friendly, knowledgeable and attentive without being intrusive. Good selection of wines for most palates and wallets. I had the 10 course tasting menu which, at £85, felt like a bargain compared to the price of Michelin starred food in major cities. To start, a Mussel with Oyster Leaf canapé - so perfectly decorated that it felt wrong to eat it, but so tasty. Next up Langoustine with Caramelised Whey, served like a lollipop with a twig to hold it with - lovely textures and cooked to perfection. Venison Tartare followed - a small dish but rich in flavour and beautifully prepared and decorated. Sour Bread and Sour Butter was distinctive and a good filler in preparation for the main courses. The Monkfish with Asparagus and Onion, although delicious, was probably the weakest dish. The sauce tasted like heavy sweet soy sauce and was a bit overpowering in its saltiness for the delicate flavour of the fish. Still very enjoyable though. The Slowly Cooked Crapaudine Beetroot was the star of the menu. Cooked in beef fat (I believe), the beetroot takes on a heavier composition and is chewy and almost glutinous with all of the accompanying decorations providing broad and bold flavours. Absolutely fantastic! Scallop Cured with Rhubarb was another standout with the smoothness of the slightly charred scallops countering the tartness of the rhubarb, all tied together with a rich and balanced sauce. Herb-Fed Chicken with Wild Garlic from this Year and Last was another amazing creation with a blanket over the chicken in the form of a garlic leaf. The chicken was more warm than hot but extremely tasty. The first dessert was ice cream (or iced yoghurt?) Lollipops which were wonderfully innovative with their unique flavours. The Sheep's Milk with Douglas Fir Oil was also an memorable dessert with natural tastes of the season. The final dessert, served with coffee was Cake made from Artichoke, Chicory Root and Thyme. The combination worked well although the chicory root (?) was slightly bitter. A great end to a fantastic meal and experience. For most who visit The Black Swan at Oldstead, a significant journey will be involved but don't let that put you off...It's well worth the effort and will be one of those great food experiences.

Good pub menu. Only three Ales but good quality. Food was very good quality though would have…read morepreferred a bit more. Service excellent and polite Management seemed on top of their game. The ambience and surroundings were very comfortable. Great viewed out the back. Only drawback is its attractive to families with attendant risk of screaming babies which is a blight. On the plus side very dog friendly.

A lovely location and a ton of activities for children and also an event venue…read more All of these above areas save our experience from hitting a lower score. With two children, a baby and a toddler the food was 45 minutes in waiting. This is highly unacceptable and on a day were there was not a full house either. When the food did come it was of an above average standard but we were more focused on wolfing the meal down in shifts in order to control the children. I score four stars as this could be a one off and for others without the challenges of wee ones then one might say it was relaxed.

To look at the beehive is quaint, old world inn, but delve a little deeper and my god! Mine host's…read moreMandy(landlady) do not cross her or you will feel the lash of her tongue as Keith(Landlord)does every night.Keith knows everything about everything and would rather play his guitar then serve behind the bar. The rooms look nice but are freezing cold, draughty and the bath feels like sandpaper and the water never gets hot enough to have one. But don't ask for a heater or an extra teabag or you will be told that you are weak willed southerners and if we don't like it then leave But if you do then the cost of your stay disappears from your account.

We saw this quaint pub driving back from Whitby and a few days later for our last meal we decided…read moreto try it. Big mistake the landlord who has a criminal record for assult and vandalism, seem to be the most obnoxious, rude ad unfriendly land lord, I did question how they keep going? Word to the wise dont bother go up the road to the stables. It shouldn't get the single star rating

Visited this brilliant little pub September 2024. Its in the middle of nowhere, but absolutely…read moreworth the drive out into the North York Moors for a good lunch. Cozy 16th century inn with magnificent views, at least on a clear day like we had. It was a blustery day so my wife didnt want to sit outside and enjoy the vista, but luckily we got a table right away inside.  It was packed in there. Its a popular spot for lunch and people clearly travel to enjoy the fare. Its very cozy inside, low beams, dark tight corners - watch your head, I saw a couple of taller gents bump their head entering the bar. The bar is right at the back and is nice and long, easy to get in and was quick getting served. Atmosphere obviously great in there, and staff were busy but always courteous. We both had a sandwich and chips (and an ale) and it was pretty good. I'd like to go back and try some of the other dishes folks have recommended.

This is one of the most remote pubs located in the North York Moors, which we stopped by on our way…read moreto Whitby. We only stopped by for a pint and coffee early in the day but the atmosphere is great, and we already saw the lunch crowd starting to come in. Food looked good, but we didn't get a chance to try it! Amazing views from the outside, and sheep everywhere too :)

If you are looking for a traditional country Pub, ran as they used to be alongside the farm, well…read morethis must be one of the last few remaining ones. If you can imagine walking into a friend's house and there in the corner is the bar just knocked together with a few bits of wood and a couple of tables and stools to sit at, well this is what's here. What you see is what you get not a great selection of beers but the Theakstons went down a treat (well actually several did). We sat in the garden overlooking the countryside unspoiled by any sounds other than that of the birds and sheep in the fields opposite. If you are after Juke Boxes, slot machines and the other trappings of modern pubs give this a miss, if you are after visiting the Scarborough area try and find this one you shouldn't be disappointed after all they way the pub trade is going at the moment it may not be here for many more years. I will probably get bought and turned into someone's home, shame if it ever does. The pub doesn't do food (only a few sandwiches) just a traditional pub.

The Mill Inn is situated in the middle of the British countryside…read more You could easily drive past it and not notice it were there. Walking into the mill inn is like walking back in time to the 1970's! When you order a drink the bar man Disappears down stairs to his underground cellar to fetch it. Only open on certain days and I've you go you will be talking about it for day's after. Love it