The Carpenters Arms

We stayed in a garden view room for New Years Eve. The weather was atrocious and the journey took ages but when we were shown our room, we forgot about that. It was beautiful with everything you could need. A gorgeous comfy bed, huge bathroom with Temple Spa toiletries and large towels. Coffee pod machine, a fridge with tiny bottles of milk and biscuits. There’s a safe, remote control blinds for the windows and very good lighting. The room was modern, clean and cosy warm. The Yorkshire breakfast the next morning was superb. We would definitely stay here again and there’s some lovely local walks to explore. Thirsk is only 3 miles away so the location is very good with stunning views. Our only very small complaint would be the slowness of the service in the restaurant and the long waits between courses. It was New Years Eve but perhaps more staff were required? The food when it arrived was well presented and nicely cooked although certain things had gone a bit cold due to wait times. This did not detract from us having a great evening and we would stay here again.

The place is fantastic a really nice atmosphere and great food. The service is diabolical. Waited forever for food and drinks. Sat for 25 mins with empty plates waiting for desert order. What a shame as otherwise fantastic

Stayed in one of the garden rooms. Near perfect: comfortable, spacious, with huge bathroom and its heated floor. Nice touches of fresh milk and water in the fridge. Food and service in the restaurant were first-rate. Good choice for breakfast, with all items fully served by attentive staff (a service we particularly value).