The Durham Ox is a family owned traditional village Inn offering friendly and efficient service; showcasing the best of local produce in our menu, as well as stocking an extensive range of wines and cask ales. An award winning traditional pub complete with flag stone floors, exposed beams, oak panelling and roaring fires in winter. (We have dog friendly tables, but these are limited so please do call us to secure one if your dog is dining with us.)As well as our extensive restaurant areas, The Durham Ox has several spaces for Private Dining to celebrate any occasion and can seat between 10-85 guests for a formal or informal dinner. For those wishing for over-night accommodation there are five converted farm cottages that provide a peaceful and charming place to stay, the converted Studio Suite located above the pub and a self catered cottage in the village, Ivy Cottage that sleeps up to 6 people.
A small 500-year-old traditional village pub owned by the Hannah family. A pub of yesteryear, it is a true little gem.A Free House, situated in the beautiful village of Raskelf, North Yorkshire (just off the A19 north of York). The pub dates back to the 16th century with its structure boasting ships timber brought up the river Ouse from Hull. The local cask ales are Theakston's Best, Timothy Taylor's Landlord & Hambleton brewery Stud Blonde (gluten free), The Sunday roasts are to die for with produce locally soured, some direct by the farmers that frequent the pub. Our beautiful seasonal changing menu includes, local steak selection, homemade pub classics, and dishes such as pork belly, Gressingham duck fillet, local lamb shank, BBQ beef short rib, lemon sole, Scottish rope grown mussels, Cornish king scallops, dressed crab salad to name a few. All prepared fresh and cooked by our amazing head chef Steve Wanless and sous chef Rachel Johnson. Booking is essential.
HIDEAWAY KITCHENExperience a culinary explosion by enjoying mouth-watering food at the Hideaway Kitchen. In the small town of Boroughbridge between Harrogate and York you will find this hidden gem with its cosy indoor dining, beer garden and homewares shop. Co-founders Georgina and Amelia along with head chef Ben, translate their passions, memories and emotions gained from their experiences as chefs, business owners and a love for family, into honest, simple and thoughtful creations. Open 7 days a week as a gourmet cafe during daytime hours and from 5.30pm on Fridays and Saturdays offering a selection of small plates.