Aysgarth Falls Hotel Leyburn Motorhome Stopover Information

About the Pub 🍺

The Aysgarth Falls Hotel pub is a welcoming place located in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales, next to the spectacular Aysgarth Falls. It offers a friendly, relaxed atmosphere suitable for locals, hotel guests, and tourists alike. The pub features a roaring log fire in winter and a lovely beer garden with extensive views of the Dales on sunny days. It serves drinks from a variety of local breweries, including Black Sheep, Theakstons, Wensleydale Brewery, and Yorkshire Dales Brewery. Besides a great selection of ales, it also caters to lager, spirits, and wine enthusiasts. Dogs on leads are welcome in the bar and garden areas, though not in the main restaurant.

Opening Times ⏰

• Pub & Bar: Open daily from 11am to 11pm (subject to seasonal changes)
• Food Service: Usually served from 12:00pm to 2:30pm and 6:00pm to 9:00pm (some sources cite 12:00pm–3:00pm and 6:00pm–8:30pm)

Food 🍽️

The pub menu combines traditional pub favourites with elevated gastro-pub dishes and seasonal specials. They pride themselves on quality, locally sourced, reasonably priced food with plenty of vegetarian and vegan options available. The menu includes dishes such as beer-battered fish and chips, Dales beef steak burgers, Falls pie of the day, Yorkshire sausage and mash, and lighter bites like homemade soup, chicken liver parfait, Atlantic prawn cocktail, and creamed garlic mushrooms. Gluten-free options are often available.

Facilities 🏡

• Bar and large restaurant seating
• Private dining room for up to 14 guests
• Outdoor seating and beer garden with beautiful views
• Free parking available
• Free WiFi
• Dog-friendly in bar and garden areas
• Drying room for guests (especially useful for walkers)
• Cozy log fire in pub bar during winter

Reviews and Ratings ⭐

The Aysgarth Falls Hotel holds a very good reputation with travelers, earning a 4.7 out of 5 rating on Tripadvisor based on over 1,200 reviews. Reviewers praise the wonderful location, stunning views, clean and comfortable rooms, welcoming service, and excellent food quality. It also received Traveler’s Choice status, ranking it among the top 10% of properties on Tripadvisor.

Dog Friendly 🐕

Dogs are welcome in the pub bar and garden areas on a lead. The staff are happy to provide water bowls for dogs, but pets are not allowed in the main restaurant area.

Beer Garden 🌳

The beer garden offers extensive views over the Yorkshire Dales countryside, making it a popular spot on sunny days for relaxing with a drink after exploring the nearby natural attractions.

Top 5 Nearby Attractions Within 5 Miles 🗺️

Aysgarth Falls

A breathtaking set of three waterfalls on the River Ure, just a short walk from the hotel. The falls are renowned for their natural beauty and have been featured in films like “Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves.” Scenic walking trails and picnic spots make it a perfect spot to enjoy the Yorkshire Dales landscape.

Wensleydale Creamery

Located around 4 miles away in Hawes, this visitor centre offers the chance to learn about traditional cheese-making and sample the famous Wensleydale cheese. The creamery shop features local produce and a café for light refreshments.

Thornton Rust

A picturesque village about 3 miles from the hotel, known for its traditional stone cottages and peaceful rural charm. It’s ideal for quiet countryside walks and feeling immersed in the local history and culture of Wensleydale.

Hardraw Force Waterfall

A spectacular single-drop waterfall near the village of Hardraw, about 4 miles away. It is the highest unbroken waterfall in England, set within the scenic Hardraw Scar. Nearby, the Green Dragon Inn offers a quintessential country pub experience.

Buttertubs Pass

A dramatic mountain pass approximately 5 miles from the hotel, famous for its rolling hills, stunning panoramic views, and as a challenging cycling route. The name derives from the limestone potholes (“buttertubs”) found in the area, reflecting the rugged and wild beauty of the Yorkshire Dales.