The Drovers Arms Restaurant & Country Pub

4.6

1825 Reviews

£25 and under

British

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2 people

Nov 27, 2024

10:00 PM

Booked 18 times today

Experiences are available.

Charming
Good for special occasions
Neighborhood gem

Great food, fine ales, plenty of gin and a friendly atmosphere – what more could you want from a restaurant and country pub! 2024 has seen an extensive £150,000 refurbishment creating a stylish and contemporary restaurant & country pub..

Set in the tiny, picturesque village of Skipwith only ten miles south of York, it is the main destination inn in the area. The delicious created dishes on our menu are locally sourced and reflect the changing seasons, mirroring the wonderful walks to be found through Skipwith Common, right on its doorstep.

The Drovers Arms has already notched up many awards:
🥇WINNER - Visit York Tourism Awards ‘Pub of the Year’ 2020, 2021 & 2022
🥇WINNER - Selby District Business Awards - Leisure & Tourism Business of the Year category 2020 & 2023
🥇WINNER - Welcome to Yorkshire, White Rose Awards ‘Pub of the Year’ 2020
Business Owner Graham Usher who has over 20 years’ experience in some of Yorkshire’s best hotels, are justifiably proud of The Drovers Arms.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
£25 and under
Cuisines
British, Gastro Pub, Beer Garden
Hours of operation
Lunch Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–2:00 pm Sat 12:00 pm–5:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–6:45 pm Bar Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–8:30 pm
Phone number
01757 288088
Website
http://www.thedroversarmsskipwith.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Mike Cummings
Private party facilities
Please contact a member of the team to discuss your private event requirements.

Location
York Road, Skipwith, North Yorkshire YO8 5SF
Neighborhood
York
Cross street
Just 2 miles from the A19
Parking details
Parking is available at the Drovers Arms, at busy times the car park does get limited on space, we do ask that customers who are not able to find a suitable space in the car park ensure their vehicle is parked safely on the road.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

Yorkshire Afternoon Tea
£21.95 per person
Multiple dates available
Comprising of homemade fruit scones, homemade fruit jams, clotted cream, seasonal finger sandwiches, macarons, a selection of miniature cakes and sweet treats. All served with a choice of Yorkshire Tea or (Leodis of Leeds) freshly brewed coffee. Why not upgrade to Champagne afternoon tea and enjoy a glass of Taittinger Brut Réserve, NV? Traditional afternoon tea - £21.95 pp Champagne afternoon tea - £31.95pp Available every Friday and Saturday from 12pm till 4pm, booking advisable *Gluten free and vegetarian options can be made available on request* *Vegan not available*
Festive Dinner
£41.00 per person
Nov 22, 2024 - Dec 21, 2024
It’s time for festive dining so celebrate together with colleagues, friends and family and enjoy a homemade locally sourced 4 course festive Lunch in the restaurant with festive tunes, crackers, and table novelties. Ideal for large groups and those long awaited office party’s Served from Friday 22nd November 2024 until and including 21st December 2024 (Unavailable on Sundays) Dinner 5.00pm – 8.00pm £41 per person (Available for pre booked tables of 4+ only with a full pre order only) A non-refundable deposit of £10 per person is required to confirm the booking, full payment due 14 days prior to arrival and your full pre order as soon as possible after booking but no later than 14 days before arrival. Contact the team on 01757 288088
Festive Lunch
£37.00 per person
Nov 22, 2024 - Dec 21, 2024
It’s time for festive dining so celebrate together with colleagues, friends and family and enjoy a homemade locally sourced 4 course festive Lunch in the restaurant with festive tunes, crackers, and table novelties. Ideal for large groups and those long awaited office party’s Served from Friday 22nd November 2024 until and including 21st December 2024 (Unavailable on Sundays) Lunch 12.00pm – 2.00pm £37 per person (Available for pre booked tables of 4+ only with a full pre order only) A non-refundable deposit of £10 per person is required to confirm the booking, full payment due 14 days prior to arrival and your full pre order as soon as possible after booking but no later than 14 days before arrival. Contact the team on 01757 288088

What 1,825 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

Yorkshire
Great for outdoor dining
North Yorkshire
Kid-friendly
North Yorkshire
Neighborhood gem
North Yorkshire
Great for outdoor dining

Review summary

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The Drovers Arms Restaurant & Country Pub is a charming venue known for its "fantastic food" and "excellent service." Guests rave about its beautifully presented dishes and welcoming atmosphere. The pub caters to diverse dietary needs and offers a memorable dining experience with its attentive staff and lovely setting. Highly recommended for special occasions and family gatherings.

1,825 Reviews

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Mark
Newcastle
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Usual friendly and polite welcome. Food and service were both excellent. A very enjoyable experience and one that we will be repeating again very soon.
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Rachel
Yorkshire
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent all round, from booking the table to leaving after a fantastic meal. Staff were so good, everyone knew what they were doing and so friendly. Will definitely go again.
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Christopher
Yorkshire
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Another high quality and wholesome visit. The friendly staff could not be more attentive, the care down to the menu as well as customers make this a homely haven.
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Lee
London
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our experience was great from start to finish. From the welcome at the door to the table service and food, And as the pub it was set up for Christmas and done very well and tastefully to boot. The many open fires keeping the cold of storm Bert at bay were also ace.
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Fraser
Yorkshire
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Dinner with friends on a Friday evening. We arrived early - table was ready. Great choice of menu. Attentive service throughout by a young team. Christmas pizza lacked flavour. The steak and blue cheese pie was outstanding. It might be a good option to ask/tell what your seasonal veg was on the night. We were served kale and Brussels sprouts which two of our party do not like sprouts - probable like the majority of diners? The Drovers is a “go to” destination and we only came across it earlier this year. We now class ourselves as regulars and love the experience.
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Sarah
Yorkshire
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had the sharing iron steak platter which was delicious and good value for money. The restaurant has been renovated since we last visited. It’s lovely and we were very impressed with the decor and cosy atmosphere. The staff were all friendly and attentive and looked after our daughter on her birthday. Would definitely recommend.
The Drovers Arms Restaurant & Country PubResponded 4 days ago
Thank you so very much for your 5 star review following your recent visit to us - it was a pleasure to look after you and delighted you enjoyed your visit We really look forward to welcoming you back to The Drovers Arms in the future. Kind regards Jake Stephenson
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Julie
Yorkshire
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A group of 8 visited the Drovers last night and we had an amazing meal. All thoroughly enjoyed a range of main courses and desserts, the pick of which had to be the steak and ale pie! Lovely service and the restaurant decor etc is superb.
The Drovers Arms Restaurant & Country PubResponded 4 days ago
Thank you so very much for your 5 star review following your recent visit to us - it was a pleasure to look after you and delighted you enjoyed your visit We really look forward to welcoming you back to The Drovers Arms in the future. Kind regards Jake Stephenson
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Tracy
Yorkshire
8 reviews
4.0
8 reviews
Dined on November 19, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
The Drovers is a lovely country pub, the menu changes seasonally and is very good, the ambiance is also lovely, definitely worth a visit.
The Drovers Arms Restaurant & Country PubResponded 4 days ago
Thank you so very much for your 4 star review following your recent visit to us - it was a pleasure to look after you and delighted you enjoyed your visit We really look forward to welcoming you back to The Drovers Arms in the future. Kind regards Jake Stephenson
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Christopher
Yorkshire
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 17, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Really such a warm, welcoming and comfortable time
The Drovers Arms Restaurant & Country PubResponded 4 days ago
Thank you so very much for your 5 star review following your recent visit to us - it was a pleasure to look after you and delighted you enjoyed your visit We really look forward to welcoming you back to The Drovers Arms in the future. Kind regards Jake Stephenson
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Lisa
Yorkshire
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 17, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Staff amazing Sunday lunch, totally delicious Lovely place x location Very accommodating with soya & milk allergy
The Drovers Arms Restaurant & Country PubResponded 4 days ago
Thank you so very much for your 5 star review following your recent visit to us - it was a pleasure to look after you and delighted you enjoyed your visit We really look forward to welcoming you back to The Drovers Arms in the future. Kind regards Jake Stephenson
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The Drovers Arms Restaurant & Country Pub offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at 01757 288088.

The Drovers Arms Restaurant & Country Pub is rated 4.6 stars by 1825 OpenTable diners.