There are plenty of pubs in and around Helmsley. All pubs serve food although kitchen times do vary from season to season so it is best to phone up in advance to check if not sure. Here are a few suggestions.
Feathers (Helmsley)
Run by the Coaching Inn Group, this inn offers a good selection of pub favourites and more varied restaurant dishes. There is a separate dining room and a large function room that has a Sunday carvery. Situated on the Market Square. Reservations recommended during peak periods or for Sunday lunch. 01439 770275. www.feathershotelhelmsley.co.uk.
Helmsley Brewing company
Small micro brewery for on and off sales of own brewed beers. 18 Bridge Street. 07772 835959. Here is a link to its Facebook back.
Royal Oak (Helmsley)
Traditional pub food. Diners are seated on the left hand side as you enter. 01439 770450. www.royaloakhotelhelmsley.com.
BlackSmith ARMS (Lastingham)
Situated in the small village of Lastingham, this small pub is situated opposite St Mary's church which is well worth a quick visit. The pub dates from the 16th century and has a number of small rooms although the main bar is the most atmospheric. 01751 417247. www.blacksmithsarmslastingham.co.uk
FEVERSHAM ARMS INN (CHURCH HOUSES, FARNDALE)
Good pub that can get very busy during the spring as people flock to see the daffodils along the river Dove. 01751 433206. www.fevershamarmsinn.co.uk.
F & H (SINNINGTON)
Formerly the Fox & Hounds, now under new ownership. An excellent restaurant for Sunday lunch. Sinnington is about a 15 minute drive from Helmsley heading towards Scarborough. Reservations recommended. 01751 431577.
Horseshoe Inn (Levisham)
A pretty village pub which has a very quiet eating area outside as Levisham is not really on a through road. The pub is not far from Levisham station on the North Yorkshire Moors railway. Hours of food service vary by season, so best to phone in advance to confirm. 01751 460 240. www.horseshoelevisham.co.uk.
Lion Inn (Blakey Ridge)
Very popular with walkers. This pub is the 5th highest in England and is one the Coast to Coast walk. Cavernous interior. If the bar is full, ask for a table in the restaurant. One of the few pubs that serves food all day. Reservations generally not needed but at very busy time there may be a slight pause before you are seated. 01751 417320. www.lionblakey.co.uk.
Plough Inn (Wombleton)
One of the first watering holes on The Inn Way. 15th century pub which serves traditional food. Only a five minute drive from Helmsley. 01751 431356. www.ploughinnatwombleton.co.uk.
Stapylton Arms (Wass)
Formerly the Wombwell Arms this pub / restaurant offers a full menu of traditional favourites and specials - 01347 868280. www.stapyltonarms.co.uk.