The Wensleydale Heifer

Hotels
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Independent
9.2 (52 reviews)
Main Street, West Witton, Leyburn, England, DL8 4LS , Leyburn , GB
44-1969-622322

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Pets allowed

Facilities

Free breakfast
Free WiFi
Terrace
Garden
Free breakfast
Free newspapers in lobby
Smoke-free property
Free self parking
Free cooked-to-order breakfast
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent staff
Good food quality
Cons:
Room cleanliness
High food pricing
Difficult parking

Categories

Cleanliness
8.68
Room cleanliness was average, slightly below expectations.
Service
9.99
Staff are excellent and very friendly.
Location
9.69
Location is good, but parking can be challenging.
Room Quality
8.64
The Bond room was ok but a bit tacky.
Amenities
9.17
Standard amenities expected for a hotel of this rating.
Value for Money
8.63
Food was quite expensive for what it was.
Food and Beverage
9.18
Food quality is 5 star but pricing feels high.
Overall Experience
9.65
Overall a pleasant stay with some areas needing improvement.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 07:24

Property Description

Experience luxury and tranquility at The Wensleydale Heifer, nestled in the heart of Leyburn, where breathtaking views await.

Gourmet Dining Options
Indulge in exquisite culinary delights at our on-site restaurant, complete with a stylish bar/lounge. For those cozy nights, enjoy the convenience of room service or savor a delicious complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast.

Comfortable Accommodations
Unwind in one of our 13 uniquely decorated guest rooms, each equipped with modern amenities like flat-screen televisions and DVD players. Stay connected with complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi and enjoy the privacy of your own en-suite bathroom stocked with complimentary toiletries.

Picturesque Surroundings
Explore the stunning landscapes nearby, with attractions like Aysgarth Falls and Yorkshire Dales National Park just a short drive away, making our hotel the perfect launchpad for your adventures.

Book your stay at The Wensleydale Heifer today and elevate your getaway experience!

Important information:

  • The property allows pets in specific rooms only and has other pet restrictions (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: MME

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Maximum number of pets per room 2

  • Pets

    Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

  • Accessibility

    No elevators

  • Pets

    Pets allowed

  • General

    Professional property host/manager

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Location

Guest Reviews

9.2
Based on 52 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.68
Service: 9.99
Location: 9.69
Room Quality: 8.64
Amenities: 9.17
Value for Money: 8.63
Food and Beverage: 9.18
Overall Experience: 9.65
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Paul • partner
10
Pros:

5 star food and 5 star staff

2025-09-04 • via Nuitee
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Stuart • partner
6
Pros:

Staff are excellent and very friendly. Stayed in the Bond room, was ok but a bit tacky. Bathroom ok but not at the rating of 5 star. Food was quite expensive for what it was. Parking is difficult and fills very quickly Due to layout and way people park.

2025-08-17 • via Nuitee
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Pauline
8
Post lockdown break
Pros:

Excellent location, bedroom very spacious and clean, food excellent. The overall experience was enjoyable

2020-08-28 • via Nuitee
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Vivienne • partner
6
Pros:

Not exactly the type of room I expected for my wedding anniversary (the Heifer Room) but the food in the restaurant is amazing!

2020-08-17 • via Nuitee
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Stephen
10
A great one night stop
Pros:

Lovely boutique hotel and gastro pub with plenty of parking. Very friendly staff throughout. Choice of themed rooms, each seemed to have their own unique features. The dinner and breakfast the next day were excellent. Highly recommended.

2020-08-17 • via Nuitee
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Lesley-Anne • partner
10
Pros:

The themed rooms are a must, we stayed in the chocolate room and were spoilt with treats. We were celebrating a birthday and the birthday boy was given a balloon, beer and card, to make the event more special. The staff were friendly. The tasting menu was delicious and substantial. The breakfast was a must and worth staying over for. The little extra, the home made granola, yoghurt with fruit compote were an unexpected delight. We left with a homemade chilli jam.

2020-03-18 • via Nuitee
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Martin
10
Yorkshire Dales
Pros:

Great Hotel good size rooms with lovely cosy traditional bar area, offering top class food.

2020-01-06 • via Nuitee
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Heather
10
Overnight with dinner
Pros:

Great stay, fabulous food, staff very friendly and efficient.

2020-01-04 • via Nuitee
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Ian
10
Pros:

What an amazing place and amazing staff. It was incredible for the price

2019-12-16 • via Nuitee
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peter
10
Anniversary
Pros:

Loved it

2019-12-10 • via Nuitee
V
Verified traveler • self
10
Pros:

Room was lovely, the food excellent and the location superb

2019-11-13 • via Nuitee
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Verified traveler
4
Pros:

When I booked the room on Hotels.com web site I paid for a Delux room like the picture. Unfortunately was given the James Bond themed room, awful. Bed very uncomfortable & not long enough. I will stay again but not in that room

2019-11-07 • via Nuitee
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Patricia
8
Birthday
Pros:

Excellent food well impressed

2019-11-03 • via Nuitee
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Verified traveler • partner
10
Pros:

A great hotel, providing great food with friendly service.

2019-09-17 • via Nuitee
V
Verified traveler • partner
8
Pros:

would like earlier breakfast to permit more time touring the region

2019-08-11 • via Nuitee
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Verified traveler • partner
10
Pros:

Super room food was excellent staff some of the best you will ever come across nothing too much trouble .
Had a wonderful stay many thanks to all .

2019-08-06 • via Nuitee
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Mike
10
Top quality with a family-friendly feel
Pros:

We had a superb time at our recent family reunion - the staff were welcoming and really friendly, the accommodation was very comfortable with a few extra touches that made the stay memorable, and the food was excellent - both the evening meal and the breakfast. Highly recommended and will be returning for sure!

2019-07-22 • via Nuitee
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William
10
Unique!
Pros:

As always an amazing stay. Great food lovely location! Car park too small for amount of guests.

2019-07-09 • via Nuitee
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Verified traveler • partner
10
Pros:

2nd time we have stayed here absolutely love this place the restaurant 1st class and the staff all go the extra mile
Will return again next year

2019-07-01 • via Nuitee
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Verified traveler
8
Pros:

the food was outstanding,the service in the resteraunt was friendly and very efficient.
I had the smallest room in the hotel as i was a single traveller and it was adequate--the other rooms for double occupancy looked very good.

2019-06-09 • via Nuitee