The Wyvill Arms Constable Burton, North Yorkshire, DL8 5LH

  • 7 bedrooms

Country comfort at the gateway to Wensleydale

The Wyvill Arms is a former 18th century farmhouse with excellent Tripadvisor reviews transformed into a welcoming Yorkshire pub. It has all the ingredients of a proper rural inn: exposed beams, comfortable corners, crackling log fires and a garden looking out across the countryside. Food is at the heart of the experience, while two characterful bars serving locally brewed beers continue the relaxed country-inn feel. Upstairs, seven individually furnished en-suite bedrooms provide a comfortable retreat after a day exploring Wensleydale. With Leyburn, Middleham, Masham and the Yorkshire Dales all within easy reach, The Wyvill Arms makes an inviting base for walking weekends and leisurely countryside breaks – somewhere to spend the day discovering North Yorkshire before returning to good food, a local pint and a comfortable bed.

Facilties & Amenities

  • Beer Garden
  • Breakfast
  • Log Fires
  • Parking

Bedrooms

After a day exploring Wensleydale and the Yorkshire Dales, the seven en-suite bedrooms at The Wyvill Arms offer a comfortable country retreat. Individually furnished rather than given a uniform hotel feel, the rooms complement the character of this former farmhouse, creating a relaxed place to settle in for the night. Wake to the quiet of the countryside before heading downstairs for breakfast, then set out for Leyburn, Wensleydale and the wider Yorkshire Dales – returning later for supper, a locally brewed beer and another cosy night at the pub.

Food & Drink

The Wyvill Arms is very much a food-led Yorkshire country inn. The pub prides itself on using local produce wherever possible, complemented by herbs grown in the pub’s own garden overlooking the Dales. Fresh fish, locally reared meats and seasonal ingredients provide the foundations for generous, freshly cooked dishes. Expect a mix of familiar pub favourites with richer restaurant-style choices. There are two atmospheric bars to choose from, with exposed beams, comfortable seating and open log fires creating an especially cosy place for drinks on colder Yorkshire evenings. Locally brewed beers feature, alongside a broad selection of wines and spirits referenced by the inn. In warmer weather, drinks can move outside to the beer garden, where tables look out over the surrounding Dales countryside.

Nearby

Constable Burton Estate – Explore romantic gardens set within an 18th-century parkland landscape, just across from the inn (0.4 miles).

Leyburn – Traditional Yorkshire Dales market town with independent shops, cafés and a popular Friday market (4 miles).

Middleham Castle – Explore the atmospheric medieval stronghold closely associated with Richard III (5 miles).

Jervaulx Abbey – Wander through the romantic ruins of this former Cistercian monastery and its wildflower-filled grounds (6 miles).

Masham – Discover this characterful market town, home to both Black Sheep Brewery and Theakston Brewery (8 miles).

Bolton Castle – Remarkably well-preserved medieval castle with connections to Mary, Queen of Scots (10 miles).

Aysgarth Falls – A spectacular series of waterfalls on the River Ure surrounded by beautiful Wensleydale scenery (12 miles).

Richmond – Explore its Norman castle, cobbled market place and attractive setting above the River Swale (12 miles).