The Lion Inn
Blakey Ridge, Helmsley, YO62 7LQ
Dogs welcome everywhere. This is a moorland pub where wet, muddy dogs are completely normal. Water bowls always available.
Dog Amenities
A Remote Moorland Inn
The Lion Inn stands in splendid isolation on Blakey Ridge, high on the North York Moors at 408 metres above sea level. This 16th-century coaching inn has been serving travellers crossing the moors for over 450 years. In winter, it can be snowed in for days. Dogs are welcome and the atmosphere is wonderfully rugged and authentic.
The bar serves well-kept Yorkshire ales and hearty food: pies, stews, gammon and Yorkshire puddings. Portions are generous and perfectly suited to refuelling after a day on the moors. The flagstone floors and roaring fires are built for wet dogs and muddy walkers.
The location on the moorland ridge gives panoramic views across the moors in every direction. The pub sits on the route of the Lyke Wake Walk and is a popular stop for long-distance walkers. At night, the dark skies above the moors are extraordinary.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How remote is The Lion Inn?
Very. It sits alone on Blakey Ridge at 408m elevation. The nearest village is Hutton-le-Hole, about 5 miles away. The drive across the moor is dramatic.
Does The Lion Inn get snowed in?
It can, particularly in harsh winters. The exposed moorland location means snow drifts can close the road for short periods.