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Pub Camper & MotorHome Stopover Site:
📍 Address
Lion Inn Kirkbymoorside
Blakey Ridge
Kirkbymoorside
North Yorkshire
YO62 7LQ
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💷 Cost
Reported as Free
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🏷️ Location Type
Camper Motorhome Stopover Site + Pub/Restaurant
Lion Inn Kirkbymoorside – Motorhome Stopover Information
🍺 About the Pub
The Lion Inn is a historic pub located at Blakey Ridge near Kirkbymoorside in North Yorkshire, dating back to the mid-16th century. Renowned as one of the highest pubs in England, it offers a welcoming atmosphere with traditional ales, hearty food, and comfortable letting rooms, making it a popular Motorhome Pub Stopover for walkers and travellers exploring the North York Moors. Its large, cosy interior and extensive grounds provide a great Motorhome Stopover and Motorhome Parking experience.
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🍽️ Food
The Lion Inn serves traditional pub fare including home-cooked pies, steaks, casseroles, and locally inspired dishes such as haggis with whisky sauce and parmo. Portions are generous, with table service available in the dining room. The pub is praised for good quality and hearty food ideal for refuelling motorhome travellers.
🛠️ Facilities
- 🅿️ Motorhome Parking: Motorhome parking available; popular as a Motorhome Stopover site.
- 📶 Wi-Fi: Awaiting Info
- ♿ Accessibility: Awaiting Info
- 🚻 Toilets: Yes
- 🐾 Dog Friendly: Yes (dog-friendly pub and grounds)
- 🌿 Beer Garden: Yes (pleasant outside seating areas)
⭐ Reviews
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☆☆☆☆☆
Guests consistently praise the Lion Inn for its friendly atmosphere, excellent service, welcoming staff, and delicious traditional food. It is especially popular among walkers and motorhome visitors for its warm hospitality and the comfort of its rooms and grounds. Some reviews highlight the pub’s historic charm and spacious interior.
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🗺️ Interesting Things To Do Nearby (Within 5 Miles)
1. Ryedale Folk Museum
Located about 3 miles from the Lion Inn, this open-air museum offers a unique insight into rural life in the Ryedale area with historic buildings, artefacts, and activities. It provides a great cultural visit for motorhome travellers stopping over in the area.
2. Castle Howard
Approximately 5 miles away, Castle Howard is a magnificent stately home set in extensive gardens and parkland. Visitors can enjoy exploring the house, gardens, and estate trails, making it an excellent day trip for those on a Motorhome Stopover nearby.
3. Kirkbymoorside Market Place
Just 2 miles away, this traditional market town offers quaint shops, cafes, and local history. It’s ideal for picking up supplies or enjoying a stroll during a Motorhome Pub Stopover.
4. North York Moors National Park Visitor Centre
Located within 5 miles, the visitor centre provides information, exhibits, and walking routes to explore the surrounding moors – perfect for visitors using the Lion Inn as a motorhome base.
5. Hutton-le-Hole Village
About 4 miles away, this picturesque village is famous for its traditional thatched cottages, craft shops, and a rare breeds farm, offering a peaceful outing near the Lion Inn Motorhome Stopover site.
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Description:
-The Lion Inn is a charming and historic pub located in the picturesque village of Kirkbymoorside, in the heart of the North Yorkshire Moors. The pub is situated on High Blakey, a remote and rugged stretch of road that offers stunning views of the surrounding countryside. The Lion Inn is a popular destination for hikers, cyclists, and nature lovers, who come to explore the nearby moors and enjoy a pint of local ale in the cozy and welcoming atmosphere of the pub. The inn dates back to the 16th century and has retained much of its original character, with exposed beams, stone walls, and a roaring fire in the winter months. Visitors can also enjoy a meal in the pub’s restaurant, which serves hearty and delicious pub fare made with locally sourced ingredients.
Tourist information: The Lion Inn is a popular stop on the Coast to Coast Walk, a long-distance hiking trail that runs from St. Bees on the west coast of England to Robin Hood’s Bay on the east coast. The pub is also located near several other popular hiking trails, including the Cleveland Way and the Lyke Wake Walk. Visitors can explore the nearby villages of Kirkbymoorside and Helmsley, which offer a range of shops, cafes, and historic attractions. The North Yorkshire Moors Railway, a heritage steam railway that runs through the moors, is also located nearby and offers a unique way to experience the beauty of the area.
Other campsites for Camper Motorhome Stays wihin 5 miles:
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