A five-room pub-hotel in Long Preston, near Skipton, handy for walking and cycling routes into the Yorkshire Dales.
What's nearby
- Fizzy Fox Ripley next door
- Hutchinsons Butchers next door
- Ripley Endowed Church of England Primary School next door
- Ripley Town Hall next door
- Ripley Castle next door
Distances as the crow flies, via Google
Good to know
Accessibility
- ✓Accessible parking
- ✓Accessible entrance
Details via Google — worth confirming with the hotel before you travel, especially for access needs.
About The Boars Head
Long Preston sits amid the rolling countryside just outside Skipton, with the Yorkshire Dales National Park within easy reach, and The Boars Head makes a good base for exploring it. The village setting suits walkers and cyclists, with routes for both close by, and the pub itself has a garden and outdoor seating for taking in the surroundings.
There are five rooms, each with an en-suite bathroom, and family rooms are available for those travelling with children. Guests can expect a restaurant on site serving breakfast, kids' meals and packed lunches for days out, plus a bar stocked with drinks and the option of room service. Free WiFi runs throughout, and there's luggage storage for early arrivals or late departures.
Beyond the pub, Long Preston has further pubs, bars and restaurants nearby, along with entertainment options for evenings out. Free on-site parking is provided, and pets are welcome, making it a straightforward stopover for those touring the Dales by car, on foot or on two wheels.
People say this hotel and restaurant offers delicious and plentiful food, with highlights including Sunday roasts, steak pie, and sticky toffee pudding. They also mention the staff are consistently friendly, professional, and attentive, providing excellent service. Guests appreciate the comfortable and clean rooms, as well as the convenient on-site parking.
Summary via Google
At a glance
- Property type
- Hotel
- Location
- Long Preston, Skipton
- Good for children
- Yes
- Destination
- Skipton