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The Wensleydale Heifer, West Witton, North Yorkshire

The Wensleydale Heifer

4.9
4.9
655 Reviews
£26 to £40
British

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2 people
21:30
Booked 4 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 pm–2:00 pm Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–2:15 pm Dinner Daily 6:00 pm–9:15 pm
  • Phone number
    01969 622322
  • Payment Options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    David Moss

What 655 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

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Yorkshire

    Best Overall

  • Yorkshire

    Best Food

  • 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

    British

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Wensleydale Heifer shines with "outstanding food" and exemplary service, making it perfect for special occasions. Guests rave about its "beautifully presented" dishes, extensive menu, and cozy ambiance. It offers unique dog-friendly options and creative culinary experiences like the Lunch Club. Despite some minor service hiccups, it's a "gem" in North Yorkshire.

655 Reviews
  1. Deborah

    Shropshire

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent from start to finish. Service was great. Very efficient and friendly. Food was beautiful and plenty of it. Would definitely return next time we are staying in the area without any hesitation. Would highly recommend.

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  2. Melanie

    Yorkshire

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent again, the service and quality of food just brilliant.

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  3. Jenny

    Yorkshire

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We decided to choose from the new Chippie menu and the food was excellent as always. Everything was cooked perfectly and the mushy peas were so tasty. The portions aren't massive but it was enough for my appetite. The staff and service were fantastic.

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  4. Simon

    Yorkshire

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 12 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a pleasure to visit, when we’re away in Yorkshire.

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  5. Steve

    Yorkshire

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 10 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Booked for Sunday lunch recently, travelling from York, and weren't disappointed, it was everything we expected it to be. The staff were welcoming and attentive without being over the top. The menu was excellent, and the flavours, colours and textures in the spicy squid starter were worldy. Roast beef excellent, and the Sea Bass was similarly first class. Finally, keeping a 6 year old happy with food and things to do - they deserve 5 stars for that alone! We will certainly be back.

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  6. Nick

    Buckinghamshire

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 10 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Brilliant lunch! Super venue, food, service and value for money…

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  7. Janice

    Yorkshire

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 8 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wow. Such an enjoyable lunch. We ordered from the new Chippie menu and was delighted. Such fresh fish cooked to perfection. We also ordered as a side the pea purée - best we have ever had. Staff very professional and the chefs cook everything to perfection.

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  8. Mary

    Yorkshire

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 6 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We have been going to The Wensleydale Heiffer for many years and we keep going back because it is always a relaxed atmosphere with lovely rooms and excellent food. The fact that it sits in the Yorkshire Dales is also a very important reason to keep revisiting. Altogether one of our favourite and much loved places to head to for a completely enjoyable experience.

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  9. Ernie

    Newcastle

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 4 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was our first visit and it was outstanding so much so we've booked again for Friday lunch and can't wait. This must be the best restaurant in the Leyburn area. The staff are very friendly and welcoming with a great knowledge of the food and let's not forget the the brigade in the kitchen again outstanding. See you soon regards Ernie and Jackie.

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  10. David

    Yorkshire

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 1 November 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    I felt that the food was over-priced. My rib-eye steak was dry. I opted for a 'medium' cook, but a rib-eye should be succulent due to the marbling of fat throughout the steak. Possibly the chef has accepted too lean a steak. The chips were very thick and a little stodgy. My pudding (Tarte Tatan) was nothing special at £10.75, though very nicely presented and tasty. A service charge was added to the bill - why? Let the public reward as they see fit. It is hard to have this removed from the bill without causing offence.

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The Wensleydale Heifer is rated 4.9 stars by 655 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
21:30
Booked 4 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 pm–2:00 pm Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–2:15 pm Dinner Daily 6:00 pm–9:15 pm
  • 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
    Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Vegan
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