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The Wensleydale Heifer, West Witton, North Yorkshire

The Wensleydale Heifer

4.9
4.9
639 Reviews
£26 to £40
British

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2 people
19:00
Booked 24 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Great for fine wines
Situated in the Yorkshire Dales National Park, The Wensleydale Heifer may be within easy reach of the A1 and M6 but it still feels totally rural. A traditional white-washed inn complete with leaded lights and swinging sign, The Wensleydale Heifer gives the visitor a real flavour of Britain meaning it’s popular not only with locals but with tourists searching for the real Yorkshire. From the lounge, with its comfortable leather settees, country pursuit paintings and imposing fireplace through to the wicker seating, beamed ceilings and eau de nil painted walls, the interior could have leapt from the pages of Country Homes magazine. The contemporary British menu includes seaood from across Britain plus locally sourced meat and veg, all prepared using the Wensleydale Heifer philosophy – keep it simple.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    British, Seafood, Grill
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 12:00–14:00 Sat, Sun 12:00–14:15 Dinner Daily 18:00–21:15
  • Phone number
    01969 622322
  • Payment Options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    David Moss

What 639 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • Yorkshire

    Best Ambience

  • Yorkshire

    Great for fine wines

  • Yorkshire

    Good for special occasions

  • Yorkshire

    British

  • North Yorkshire

    Best Overall

  • North Yorkshire

    Best Food

  • North Yorkshire

    Best Service

  • North Yorkshire

    Best Ambience

  • North Yorkshire

    Innovative

  • North Yorkshire

    Great for creative cocktails

  • North Yorkshire

    Great for fine wines

  • North Yorkshire

    Good for special occasions

  • North Yorkshire

    Lively

  • North Yorkshire

    British

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Wensleydale Heifer delivers an exceptional dining experience in the heart of the Dales. Guests rave about its "outstanding food" and "welcoming environment." With friendly, attentive staff and a delightful menu, it's perfect for special occasions. The dog-friendly options and meticulous touches make every visit memorable. Highly recommended!

639 Reviews
  1. Louise

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic food and a sense of personal service. We went for dinner for my husband's birthday, two of us and a dog. We were seated in the snug and had a lovely birthday card, gift and a birthday balloon which was just lovely. Dog treats and water as well as cuddles for our dog so they really are dog friendly. We had the lamb and the seafood pancake and the staff were great in making some slight adjustments as I can't scallops. Delicious canapés and bread to start which we weren't expecting, probably shouldn't have eaten it as the portions are huge. The lamb was amazing and the best shepherds pie ever, if you go you have to try it, and the seafood pancake was gorgeous, full of fish and deliciously creamy. Really wish we had room to manage a dessert but simply couldn't force one down. Pace yourself when you go !. Would absolutely recommend it's a great place.

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  2. David

    London

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Always great. Always full of goodness on leaving. We return time and time again

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  3. Martin

    London

    1 review

    vip
    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Good food and service, everything well presented and priced accordingly....

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  4. Kay

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding as always, food is sublime, service attentive and perfectly timed, it feels like you are one of very few diners, when actually they are very busy. Thank you

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  5. Christine

    London

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Sunday lunch - having arrived a little early we were seated straight away in the dining room - at that point we were the only ones but it wasn't long before the room was full. Our drinks order was taken straight away and was followed soon after by our food order. While we waited we were served with canopes and freshly cooked bread. There then followed a three course meal with all courses being plentiful and tasty. The only complaint I would have is that there was too much food for the main course, which consisted of roast beef for my husband and roast chicken for myself. This was accompanied by a large Yorkshire pudding, Yorkshire salad, mashed potato, roast potatoes, cabbage, roasted vegetables and cauliflower cheese. Please note that the menu states that the beef is served pink - I did hear someone ask for their beef to be well done so I am not sure how this is accomplished when the whole joint will be pink. The puddings were spectacular and were much too pretty to eat! All staff were attentive and efficient, even though they were run off their feet with the number of customers. I can really recommend this restaurant and hotel, having stayed here a few times. We had hoped to stay over on this occasion but they were fully booked, so it meant a 1.5 hours trip there and back - but it was worth it!

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  6. Angela

    Yorkshire

    20 reviews

    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on 25 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Yet another fabulous meal everything was perfect we will be back

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  7. Clare

    Yorkshire

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 24 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always excellent. Amazing lobster salad. Best Sqid ever and beautiful desserts. All flavours superb

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  8. Angela

    Yorkshire

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 20 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    we always dine here when visiting the dales . the food is amazing , everything is so fresh and really good value for money . we had the sunday lunch fixed menu and we had to share desert as so full ! nothing is too much trouble for the staff , they are very attentive and helpful , and make the whole experience special . will definitely be back again

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  9. Kevin

    Yorkshire

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 19 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was fantastic, both visually and taste, large menu, setting was perfect, great distance between tables, and not to many. Can not fault. Not cheap but in this case, it’s a case of you definitely get what you pay for. This restaurant will not disappoint.

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  10. Melanie

    Yorkshire

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 18 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous, fresh and tasty food. Great cocktails! Relaxing dining room and all staff go above and beyond and were so friendly and helpful. Would definitely return.

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The Wensleydale Heifer is rated 4.9 stars by 639 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 24 times today
Google Map for The Wensleydale Heifer

Yorkshire Dales National Park, West Witton, North Yorkshire DL8 4LS

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Area
    West Witton
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 12:00–14:00 Sat, Sun 12:00–14:15 Dinner Daily 18:00–21:15
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    British, Seafood, Grill
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Hotel Parking
  • Payment Options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    David Moss
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wine
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