Places to Eat
Black Sheep Brewery
Wellgarth House, Wellgarth Court, Crosshills, Masham, Ripon HG4 4EN
Amazing place to eat and drink and the team would highly recommend it.
The Kings Head
Market Place, Masham, HG44EF
The King's Head is an 18th century country pub in the heart of the ancient market town of Masham gateway to the glorious Yorkshire Dales National Park. Georgian-built this fine hostelry overlooks the famous market square where twice weekly markets have been held since 1250. The King's Head serves ales so local they're brewed just down the road. Real ale enthusiasts can visit the Theakston and Black Sheep Breweries in Masham for a tour before coming back to the pub to enjoy a delicious pub meal or Masham's market square is the biggest in Yorkshire Dales and in the 18th and 19th centuries held the largest sheep and cattle markets in the north. Markets still take place twice weekly on Wednesdays and Saturdays outside The King's Head. This pretty market town on the banks of the River Ure dates back to Saxon times and the lovely medieval Saint Mary's Church on Cockpit Hill stands on the site of a much earlier place of worship dating back to the 7th century and noted in the Domesday Book.The beautiful North Yorkshire countryside surrounding Masham and The King's Head offers some wonderful walks and attractions. Spectacular Jervaulx Abbey James Herriott's Thirsk and the tree-lined boulevards of Georgian Harrogate are all within easy reach. After discovering the Yorkshire Dales or planning walks through lovely Lower Wensleydale The King's Head is the perfect place to stop for a delicious pub meal.
The Lunchbox
12 Market Place, Masham, Ripo
Where There's Smoke Restaurant
7 Silver St, Masham, Ripon HG4 4DX
Bordar House Teas
13 Market Pl, Masham, Ripon HG4 4DZ
The Bruce Arms
3 Market Pl, Masham, Ripon HG4 4DY
The Bay Horse
5 Silver St, Masham, Ripon HG4 4DX
The Old Station Tearoom & Gift Shop
Station Bungalow, Station Road, Masham, Ripon HG4 4DF
The White Bear
Gun Bank, Masham, HG4 4EN
We offer everything from sandwiches and soup to a full menu served in both our dining room and bar – both lunch and dinner. Menus are varied and, because we use locally sourced produce, they are seasonal too.
Our extensive wine list locally supplied by Bon Ceour Fine Wine complements our menus perfectly.
Samuel’s Restaurant
Swinton Country Club & Spa, Masham, Ripon, North Yorkshire HG4 4JH
Opening Times (pre-booking advised):
Dinner: 6.30pm until 9.00pm (Wednesday to Sunday)
Sunday Lunch: 12.30pm until 3.00pm (Sunday only)
Elegant dining within the opulence of Swinton Park Hotel, renowned for exceptional food and first-class service.
Whether you’re joining us for a relaxed evening of comfort plates or a truly ostentatious feast, Head Chef Struan Macintyre combines traditional British cooking with our estate-to-plate ethos in the sumptuous, airy dining room of Samuel’s Restaurant; complete with floor-to-ceiling windows and a stunning marble mantelpiece.
Our restaurant, steeped in Victorian grandeur with an ornate gold leaf ceiling is complimented by traditional décor and a seasonal a la carte menu of show-stopping British and European classics, alongside a fabulously exciting wine list for a truly delightful, ‘Uniquely Swinton’ dining experience. Expect quintessential favourites alongside surf and turf grill dishes, seasonal daily specials and Estate game aplenty during the season.
Enjoy dinner by candlelight at Samuel’s, served Wednesday to Sunday, or perhaps gather friends and family for a hearty Yorkshire roast on Sunday.
The Terrace Restaurant & Bar
Swinton Country Club & Spa, Masham, Ripon, North Yorkshire HG4 4JH
Opening Times:
Morning Coffee: 10.00am until 12 noon
Brunch: 10:00am until 3.00pm
Dinner: 5.30pm until 9.30pm
The Terrace Bar: Closes at 11.00pm
Situated near the Swinton Country Club, The Terrace Restaurant and Bar is at the heart of relaxed eating and drinking on the Swinton Estate.
The Terrace Restaurant and Bar offers seasonal brunch and dinner menus showcasing Estate produce with a fresh and modern twist, using herbs, fruits and vegetables grown in the four-acre walled garden, just a stone’s throw from the kitchens.
A beautiful place to enjoy morning coffee (and a slice of delicious cake!), cocktails or a pint of local beer at the bar or on the terrace. Alternatively enjoy a ‘Dining at the pass’ foodie experience – sit at the pass, watching your supper being prepared and served to you by the chef.
Chef’s Table by Josh Barnes
Swinton Country Club & Spa, Masham, Ripon, North Yorkshire HG4 4JH
Opening Times (pre-booking essential):
Wednesday to Saturday: from 7pm
Saturday (lunch): from 12.30pm
An unforgettable journey of incredible food and drink, at the heart of the Swinton Estate.
With over 10 years’ experience in some of the UK’s finest Michelin-accredited kitchens, chef Josh Barnes has created a fresh culinary experience like no other at Chef’s Table, combining intimate fine-dining with the very best produce grown, reared and foraged on the Swinton Estate, Yorkshire and the North East.
Located in the Cookery School, Chef’s Table by Josh Barnes is an exclusive chance to immerse yourself within the world of culinary arts and see the magic unfold ‘behind-the-scenes’; asking Josh any cooking questions you may have as you are navigated through an exploratory tasting journey.
Your evening will begin with opulent drinks reception of seasonal aperitifs, followed by an eight-course menu cooked in front of you on the Chef’s Table pass.
Chef’s Table by Josh Barnes is open for dinner between Wednesday and Saturday, from 7pm, and for a lighter five-course lunch on Saturday, from 12:30pm.
Swinton Bivouac, Masham, Ripon, North Yorkshire HG4 4JZ
Swinton Bivouac, Masham, Ripon, North Yorkshire HG4 4JZ
Opening Times:
Sunday to Thursday: 9.00am until 4.00pm
Friday and Saturday: 9.00am until 8.00pm
(Opening times can vary seasonally.)
With snacks and simple dishes made from local produce, drop by for a coffee, cake, a light lunch, or enjoy a delicious meal in this perfect setting.
Enjoy homemade cakes and sweets served daily, along with food and drinks served from the Bivouac Café’s kitchen.
