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The Wensleydale Heifer, West Witton, North Yorkshire

The Wensleydale Heifer

4.9
4.9
614 Reviews
£26 to £40
British
  • 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.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 16 times today

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 614 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • Yorkshire

    Best Overall

  • Yorkshire

    Best Ambiance

  • Yorkshire

    Great for creative cocktails

  • Yorkshire

    Good for special occasions

  • Yorkshire

    British

  • North Yorkshire

    Best Overall

  • North Yorkshire

    Best Food

  • North Yorkshire

    Best Service

  • North Yorkshire

    Best Ambiance

  • 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

614 Reviews
  1. Jane

    Yorkshire

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely outstanding food and hospitality as always.

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 7, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Superb, atmospheric and unexpected technical excellence in such a remote location . The Wensleydale Heiffer is a gem. Good solid French leaning menu with local(ish) quality produce cooked with obvious care and flair. Good portions means great value, and the wine list ranges from affordable to some classic Burgundy at special event prices. France in the heart of Yorkshire. As they say over there, “une très bonne table.”

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  3. John

    Yorkshire

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 5, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were on holiday north of Richmond, we came across the Wensleydale heifer a year ago when we had a short break in the area. This was now our third visit and the occasion was for our early retirement and well worth the 40 minute drive. Pleased to say it would still be our go to restaurant if we were staying in the vicinity again. Excellent attentive service, very good drinks and food menu. Good variety of non alcoholic drinks for the driver so you don't feel like you are missing out. The food was delightful!!! They also have rooms and a cottage. A quote from the wife "glad we're not local otherwise I could see us quite often", says it all really.

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  4. Tim

    Yorkshire

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on September 5, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful food, extensive menus to suit all budgets, our favourite restaurant to visit when in the Yorkshire Dales! Second to None!

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  5. Peter

    Yorkshire

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 1, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    the food was amazing fillet steak and lobster... it was my 60th birthday so my wife treated me ... the only disappointment was the service charge... it was put on the bill without my knowledge or permission..it is my choice to pay service charge not theirs.. i would not of paid it as i don't believe in subsidising staff wages .. didn't know it was on the bill untill i got home
    The Wensleydale HeiferResponded on September 6, 2024
    Thank you so much for taking the time to post your review and I am delighted that you had a nice birthday. The service charge is clearly stated on the bottom of our menus and is optional and I can assure you we do pay good wages and the service charge is divided between the staff and is paid as a monthly bonus on top of the wages. We very much value every member of the team and do our best to look after our team.

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  6. Reg

    London

    12 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on August 30, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great welcome,all staff smiled and the new young staff were brilliant. The prawn cocktail and the fish and chips were perfect,especially on a Friday. My wife had the Salmon main course,superb.

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  7. Reg

    London

    12 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on August 26, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We both had the set menu,great quality and value for money.The 'cow pie',reminded me of Desperate Dan,it was large and so very good!!The staff were attentive and considerate. Well done to all,thank you.

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  8. David

    Derbyshire

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 25, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The whole experience was exceptional, good service, excellent choice of food, care and attention to detail

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  9. Karen

    Yorkshire

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 22, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Another wonderful meal. Have the pancake, simply delicious. Great service from friendly staff.

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  10. happyeater

    London

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 17, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great choice of dishes and our party of five all enjoyed their choice. Service was great from arriving to leaving when required and not in your face.

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FAQs

The Wensleydale Heifer is rated 4.9 stars by 614 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 16 times today
Google Map for The Wensleydale Heifer

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

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    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
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wine
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