Kings Head Hotel

We booked very late for a last minute break, expectations were low and we got largely what we expected - average, cheap & cheerful (but characterful) pub accommodation. The decor generally is tired, our bathroom particularly in need of updating. Biggest problem for us were the 4 very loud and noisy locals who had commandeered the small guest lounge at the bottom of the stairs right below our room - we could hear every single loud word, guffaw (plus banging on the bar for service) and they hung it out until right up until last orders and closing time - really irritating. Strongly suggest landlord considers closing off that snug after 9pm for the sake of overnight guests - the pub really is plenty big enough, with many other comfy corners, nooks & crannies for locals to enjoy and be rowdy to their hearts content without bothering anyone. Nicely cooked breakfast.

This was our third stay at the King's Head. We received a warm welcome back from owners Matt and Emily. We had pre-booked a table for Sunday lunch after a long drive, and were looking forward to our meal. We were not disappointed. Our roast dinner was beautifully cooked and presented and very enjoyable. Then, Emily showed us to our room, and left us to settle in. Our room was clean, comfortable and well-stocked with toiletries and a hospitality tray. We were very happy and feeling relaxed. Breakfast at the King's Head is excellent, with a nice selection to choose from, to suit all appetites. Hubby loves the full English, which is hearty enough for any appetite, and I love the fluffy omelettes with a great choice of fillings. All freshly cooked and served without delay. Plus tea and coffee, and orange or apple juice and cereals or yogurts, and toast . Really sets you up for the day. Evening meals are certainly restaurant quality but at reasonable prices. The steaks are to die for! Matt, Emily and all the team are very friendly, polite and helpful. The King's Head is a lovely place to stay and we will certainly be returning next year for more Yorkshire hospitality. Thank you Matt, Emily and all staff.

Brilliant owners, food and location ,all wrapped up with Yorkshire hospitality,what more does anybody need?Made to feel so welcome,Rooms spotless,although dated, but after all it is an old building,and didn’t detract from our enjoyment

We stayed over night in the cottage. In Need of updating. Cooked meats left in the fridge from the previous guests which was not removed. The bed was quite small but comfortable, bedroom was dark and needed to move the lamps into the lounge/ kitchen as too dark. Our friends stayed in the hotel itself and we all met up and had drinks In the cottage. No wine glasses / flutes in the room but just asked at the bar for some. Breakfast was very good and overall good value for money.

We checked in and all seemed fine with the room, had a lovely meal in the restaurant. Unfortunately the cold tap in the ensuite didn't work, and clearly hadn't for some time. Reported to reception and they delivered a bottle of water to tide us over to the next day when they assured us the tap would be fixed. No one came in the room the next day and the tap was not fixed. I have a feeling that this was the norm. So if you are booked here and when you arrive you are in Room No 5 please check your tap first.

Didn't stay here, but great place to eat a Sunday roast with a good choice of meats plus a nut roast for the vegetarian option – potatoes, loads of veggies, all the trimmings. The meals were gorgeous, really tasty with the food perfectly prepared. Best of all were the potatoes which were properly roasted and the veggies firm and clearly freshly cooked. As for the portions, we barely managed to finish them! And if you are not a Sunday lunch person, there was also a wide range of other options available on the menu. Very good food, excellent service, very reasonable prices.

The whole experience was excellent, the landlord the team wax extremely welcoming and friendly. They engaged in conversation and nothing was a bother. We ordered Sunday lunch which was cooked beautifully. Soup celery and Stilton followed by a lamb roast whilst my wife enjoyed a prawn cocktail and a lamb roast. Served beautifully. We would highly recommend. The drinks are excellent and the atmosphere within the bar area was brilliant, the locals within the bar are also very friendly and welcoming and easy conversation. It is clear that the Landlord and the team work hard and are very customer focused nothing was too much trouble. Will definitely be back and stay in one of the beautiful rooms.

A great hotel ideal for touring the area. A friendly welcome from everyone, the owners and the locals. The food is excellent and good value for money. The range of beer is enough to keep everyone happy. The rooms are clean and very comfortable.

We only stayed for 1 night in the cottage . it was lovely , our only gripe was the bathroom looks very tired and needs updating . A king size bed would. better . The food in the pub was lovely and fresh and the staff very welcoming . We would definitely recommend the food .