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The Wensleydale Heifer, West Witton, North Yorkshire

The Wensleydale Heifer

4.8
4.8
691 Reviews
£26 to £40
British
Yorkshire Dales National Park, West Witton, North Yorkshire DL8 4LS

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2 people
19:00
Booked 12 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Neighbourhood gem
Situated in the Yorkshire Dales National Park, The Wensleydale Heifer may be within easy reach of the A1 and M6 but it still feels totally rural. A traditional white-washed inn complete with leaded lights and swinging sign, The Wensleydale Heifer gives the visitor a real flavour of Britain meaning it’s popular not only with locals but with tourists searching for the real Yorkshire. From the lounge, with its comfortable leather settees, country pursuit paintings and imposing fireplace through to the wicker seating, beamed ceilings and eau de nil painted walls, the interior could have leapt from the pages of Country Homes magazine. The contemporary British menu includes seaood from across Britain plus locally sourced meat and veg, all prepared using the Wensleydale Heifer philosophy – keep it simple.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    British, Seafood, Grill
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 12:00–14:00 Sat, Sun 12:00–14:15 Dinner Daily 18:00–21:15
  • Phone number
    01969 622322
  • Website
    http://www.wensleydaleheifer.co.uk/
  • Payment Options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    David Moss

Menu

The Wensleydale Heifer's menu was last updated 2025-04-10.

Two Course- £42.50 & Three Course £49.50 A £50 Per Table Deposit is required & reception will contact you for this.

Starters

  • Craig's Famous Fish Soup

    Croutons (Craig's Mum's Favourite!)

    • Heifer's Yorkshire Puddings

      Onion Gravy & Wet Yorkshire Salad

      • Heifer's Famous Sweet Chill Salt Squid

        Wakame Seaweed, Japanese Vegetables & Peanut Salad, Chilli Dressing

        • Panko Crusted Camembert Cheese

          Italian Ham & Rocket Salad, Red Onion Jam, Mustard & Honey Mayonnaise

          • 70's Style Prawn Cocktail

            Jack Daniel's Marie Rose, Brown Bread & Butter

            • Whitby Fish Pakora

              Lentil Dahl, Cucumber Riata, Cashew Nuts, Coconut, Coriander & Red Onion Salad

              • Rollmop Herrings

                Salmon Gravadlax & Marinated Anchovies, Pickled Beetroot, New Potato & Dill Salad, Dressed Shoots

                • Chef's Special

                  Spicy Sweet Chilli & Sesame King Prawns, Baby Coriander, Cashew Nuts & Toasted Coconut (£6 Extra)

                  Mains

                  • Our Famous Sunday Lunch

                    Choice of Roast Local Meats- All Served with Dripping Roasties, Butter Mash, Savoy Cabbage, Truffled Celeriac Puree, Cauliflower & Mature Cheddar Cheese, Maple Roast Vegetables, Roast Bone Marrow Jus

                    • Grand Reserve 35 Day Aged Roast Sirloin

                      Cooked Medium Rare- Wet Yorkshire Salad

                      • Roast Pork Belly

                        Crackling- Apple & Cider Sauce

                        • Duo of Spring Lamb

                          Roast Rump & Crispy Lamb Belly Fritter- Mint Sauce

                          • Heifer's Vegetarian Nut Roast (V)

                            • Roast Sea Bass Fillet

                              Garden Pea, Samphire, Parmesan & Herb Risotto, Crispy Shallots

                              • Fish n' Chips

                                Black Sheep Beer Battered Haddock, Fat Chips, Posh Peas, Tartar Sauce, Malt Salt

                                • Maple Roast Lobster & Shellfish Salad

                                  Lobster, King Scallops, Tiger Prawns, Crispy Belly Pork & Smoked Bacon, Baby Gem, Blush Tomato & Croutons, Maple Syrup Dressing (£12 Extra)

                                  Desserts

                                  • Krissy's Famous Lemon Meringue Pie

                                    Raspberry Ripple Ice Cream

                                    • Chilled Raspberry Souffle

                                      White Chocolate Sauce, Almond Tuille

                                      • Heifer Affrogato

                                        Artisan Vanilla Ice Cream, Shot of Espresso & Amaretto

                                        • Milk Chocolate & Salted Carmel Millionaires Tart

                                          Amaretto Ice Cream, Toffee Popcorn

                                          • Vanilla Crème Brûlée

                                            Viennese Biscuits, Fresh Raspberries

                                            • Heifer's Classic Tiramisu

                                              Salted Caramel Ice Cream

                                              • Classic Apple Tart Tatin

                                                Crème Anglaise

                                                • Eton Mess 'Knickerbocker Glory'

                                                  • Selection of Local Farmhouse Cheeses

                                                    Homemade Chutney's & Biscuits (£4 Extra)

                                                    An Optional 10% Service Charge Will Be Added To Your Bill for the Hard Work & Dedication of the Staff, If You Prefer To Decline from This Could You Please Inform Your Waiter

                                                      Last updated: 27 February 2025

                                                      What 691 people are saying

                                                      The Wensleydale Heifer reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

                                                      Overall ratings and reviews

                                                      Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                                      4.8
                                                      4.8 based on recent ratings
                                                      • 4.9Food
                                                      • 4.9Service
                                                      • 4.8Ambience
                                                      • 4.6Value

                                                      Noise • Energetic

                                                      Loved For

                                                      • Yorkshire

                                                        British

                                                      • North Yorkshire

                                                        Best Food

                                                      • North Yorkshire

                                                        Great for creative cocktails

                                                      • North Yorkshire

                                                        Good for special occasions

                                                      • North Yorkshire

                                                        British

                                                      Review summary

                                                      AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                      The Wensleydale Heifer offers an enchanting dining experience with "excellent food and service" and a "relaxing dining room." Guests rave about the "amazing fish dishes" and "phenomenal oysters." The restaurant is praised for its "attentive staff" and thoughtful touches for special occasions. Although some find prices high, overall value is acknowledged.
                                                      691 Reviews

                                                      1. Sharon

                                                        Newcastle2 reviews

                                                        5.0

                                                        Dined 4 days ago

                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                        2. Food 5
                                                        3. Service 5
                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                        Warm welcome on arrival, quick and friendly service provided and the food was delicious.

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                                                      2. Philip

                                                        Yorkshire1 review

                                                        5.0

                                                        Dined 5 days ago

                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                        2. Food 5
                                                        3. Service 4
                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                        The food was amazing everything we had was perfect

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                                                      3. Lin

                                                        Devon3 reviews

                                                        5.0

                                                        Dined 6 days ago

                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                        2. Food 5
                                                        3. Service 5
                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                        Just great food, really helpful staff and relaxing dining room

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                                                      4. janet

                                                        Yorkshire1 review

                                                        3.0

                                                        Dined 7 days ago

                                                        1. Overall 3
                                                        2. Food 1
                                                        3. Service 5
                                                        4. Ambience 4
                                                        Lovely place, lovely staff. Bad experience with the food this time. I would have liked a refund so I contacted the management later that day as I felt awkward. That never happened. I won't return. The food serves to us was totally inadequate and exceptionally bad value. I'm amazed they were happy to present it for that price.

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                                                      5. Jane

                                                        Yorkshire2 reviews

                                                        5.0

                                                        Dined on 31 March 2025

                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                        2. Food 5
                                                        3. Service 5
                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                        Excellent choice of fish dishes. Amazing desserts.

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                                                      6. Pauline

                                                        Yorkshire1 review

                                                        5.0

                                                        Dined on 29 March 2025

                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                        2. Food 5
                                                        3. Service 5
                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                        Amazing as always. We are regular guests at the Wensleydale Heifer. We recommend not only the food an service but all the amazing staff.

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                                                      7. Andrew

                                                        London5 reviews

                                                        5.0

                                                        Dined on 28 March 2025

                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                        2. Food 5
                                                        3. Service 5
                                                        4. Ambience 4
                                                        Wonderful experience - fantastic food ! Exceptional host and service Recommend the Oysters ! Thanks everyone - see you again !

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                                                      8. Catherine

                                                        Yorkshire1 review

                                                        5.0

                                                        Dined on 24 March 2025

                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                        2. Food 5
                                                        3. Service 5
                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                        Phenomenal! First experience of eating Oysters...just amazing.

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                                                      9. Kevin

                                                        Yorkshire2 reviews

                                                        5.0

                                                        Dined on 22 March 2025

                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                        2. Food 5
                                                        3. Service 5
                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                        As good as ever, great food, great choice and great service. Party of 4, brought a friend for a birthday lunch, lovely touch of balloon decorating table, card and small gift. Nice touch!

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                                                      10. OpenTable Diner

                                                        Brighton4 reviews

                                                        5.0

                                                        Dined on 20 March 2025

                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                        2. Food 5
                                                        3. Service 5
                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                        Excellent service fabulous food and catered brilliantly for gluten free and vegetarian

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                                                      FAQs

                                                      The Wensleydale Heifer is rated 4.8 stars by 691 OpenTable diners.

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                                                      2 people
                                                      19:00
                                                      Booked 12 times today
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                                                      Yorkshire Dales National Park, West Witton, North Yorkshire DL8 4LS

                                                      Dining areas

                                                      Additional information

                                                      • Area
                                                        West Witton
                                                      • Hours of Operation
                                                        Lunch Mon–Fri 12:00–14:00 Sat, Sun 12:00–14:15 Dinner Daily 18:00–21:15
                                                      • Price
                                                        £26 to £40
                                                      • Cuisines
                                                        British, Seafood, Grill
                                                      • Dining style
                                                        Fine Dining
                                                      • Dress code
                                                        Smart Casual
                                                      • Parking details
                                                        Hotel Parking
                                                      • Payment Options
                                                        Mastercard, Visa
                                                      • Executive Chef
                                                        David Moss
                                                      • Additional
                                                        Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Vegan, Wine
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