The Durham Ox
Pub with rooms in Crayke, North Yorkshire
From £130 per night
Curator's notes:
- Foodie haven in idyllic village
- Country-chic rooms
- Michael & Sasha; great hosts
- Great views across Vale of York
Rooms from
Doubles: £130
Good to know
- All major credit cards accepted
- Disabled access
- Alfresco & private dining
- Wedding venue
- Parking available
- Dogs welcome overnight
Scenic and
serene
With a self-contained Studio Suite, rural cottage and the rolling
countryside, the Durham Ox is a perfect rural bolthole from which
to relax and unwind.
Family
favourite
Children are welcome throughout the pub. They have their own menu,
or smaller portions are available and extra beds can be added to
some of the rooms.
Outdoor
adventures
It's hard to beat North Yorkshire for walking and you'll also find
several long-distance walks nearby: both The Cleveland Way and the
Ebor Way begin at nearby Helmsley.
A touch of
culture
You're not far from the fabulous city of York here, with its
rambling cobbled streets steeped in history, and the awe-inspiring
York Minster.
Rooms
Six comfortable, well-equipped rooms are split between the inn including converted farm buildings to the inn's rear and a beautifully equipped 3-bedroom cottage just a stone's throw away.
All are individually designed with a country-chic feel and ooze charm and character - oak beams, exposed brick walls, big brass beds with crisp linen, warm throws and bright cushions, deep sofas to lounge in, rich fabrics, antique furnishings and smart, compact bathrooms with walk-in power showers and quality L'Occitane toiletries.
The luxury self-contained Studio Suite has acres of space - super king size bed, double sofas, honesty bar, 42-inch plasma screen and a private terrace and balcony with view across the Vale of York and up the hill to Crayke Church. The large Cottage is perfect for a friends or a family gathering as it has two large bedrooms, a big bathroom with walk-in shower and separate tub, honesty bar and a galley kitchen.
Restaurant & bar
The kitchen delivers classic British cooking - tuck into hearty, big flavoured country dishes that make good use of local, seasonal produce from the Crayke Estate and beyond.
Choose a bottle of wine from the array of bottles and bin-ends on the dresser, or a tip-top pint of hand-pulled Timothy Taylor Boltmaker to perhaps accompany baked scallops with garlic and parsley butter and a cheddar and gruyère crust; rump of Dales lamb with redcurrant and mint jus; and banana, toffee and pecan pudding. Particularly recommended is the delectable Ox shepherd's pie! For something simple at lunchtime, there's a good choice of sandwiches (served with a shot of soup and fries), pub classics and lighter bar snacks.
Don't miss the roast Sunday lunches including leg of Mount Grace lamb - perfect after a brisk walk around the Crayke Estate. Leave room for an excellent cheeseboard, served with homemade oatcakes, grapes, chutney and a glass of port.
Private dining
There's a fantastic private dining room upstairs fully equipped with deep sofas, antiques, log fire and an honesty bar, boasting fine views up the village street to the church. The Ox Barn is a great space for larger celebrations and makes a cracking wedding venue, featuring its own bar and blazing wood-burning stove.
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