our History
400 years in yorkshire
Our traditional Yorkshire Dales Inn has been at the heart of our community since the 16th Century. Family owned and run we pride ourselves on the warmest possible welcome so make the most of the Inns open fires, cozy nooks on crisp autumn and winter days. In the spring and summer spill out into the garden for some alfresco dining, enjoy the stunning views and explore the Yorkshire Dales.
Appletreewick
a wharfedale village
New Inn sits at the bottom of a hill, in the heart of Appletreewick, an unspoilt Yorkshire Dales village in Wharfedale, which is part of the Yorkshire Dales National Park.
The stunning rocky outcrop of Simons Seat stands watch in the east while Barden Fell to the south shelters the village and adds a couple of degrees of warmth to the surrounding climate.
While there are no shops here, a wander up the village offers a glimpse into dales life. Sheep and cattle graze in the pasture fields below the steep valley sides up to surrounding moorland. There are footpaths to explore, and ancient building to admire, such as the intriguing Mock Beggar Hall, High Hall and Low Hall.
At the top of the hill, the modest parish church of St John’s was originally a cottage, home to William Craven, who was likened to Dick Whittington for becoming Lord Mayor of London in 1610 and one of the richest men in England. The church is generally open for visitors to look round and all are welcome to attend its Sunday evening services.
In the neighbouring hamlet of Skyreholme is Parcevall Hall Gardens, an idyllic hidden treasure featuring 24 acres of formal and woodland gardens which rise up the hillside for 200 feet, planted with specimens from around the world including many collected from Western China and the Himalayas.
WALKING
'moff out
Leave your car in the car park, or come by public transport, and set off on foot to explore a myriad of footpath routes.
If you like to take it easy then you can just follow the Dales Way alongside the River Wharfe in either direction for a mostly-flat jaunt. The village of Burnsall is a 2 mile walk to the west, or you can head east to Howgill, Barden and on to Bolton Abbey.
For the more adventurous, Trollers Gill is a fabulous gorge to explore with a spooky legend to go with it. Watch out for the Bargeest (reputedly the inspiration for the Hound of the Baskervilles) if you tackle this one!
All the footpaths in the area pass through agricultural grazing land. Please be sure to keep your dog on a lead during the spring (lambing time).
FISHING
THE ONE THAT GOT AWAY
New Inn is next to the River Wharfe, probably the most famous of all the Yorkshire fly fishing rivers, so if you are a keen fly fisherman you’ll be in your element here. Six miles of the river are controlled by The Appletreewick, Barden and Burnsall Angling Club which offers some of the best beats on the river. Stephen Wilson of To Cast a Fly can teach you all there is to know about fly fishing and guide you on the River Wharfe. We can provide day tickets for the river and arrange for local members to show you the best spots.
CYCLING
get ont' road
New Inn was a mecca for cyclists for many year when our old friend John Pitchers was landlord here. While we no longer have a mountain bike livery here, the New Inn is still a perfect spot for cyclists – both road and mountain bikers to stop off for a bevvy and a snack, or stay a while to explore the area.
We’re on the Yorkshire Dales Cycle Way, so if you’re passing through on that 130 mile circuit, do pay us a visit.
VISIT
DON’T MISS
Our corner of the Yorkshire Dales has plenty to offer visitors, and you don’t need to go far to discover some local gems.
Just downstream, 15 minutes away, Chatsworth’s northerly sibling Bolton Abbey is the jewel of Wharfedale.
The underground here in Wharfedale has nothing to do with trains and everything to do with stalactites and stalagmites. Stump Cross Caverns is a great wet weather attraction less than 10 minutes away.
Practically next door to them, on a clear day, check out Coldstones Cut, a free monumental artwork featuring an incredible 360 degree panorama.
The market town of Skipton is a 25 minute drive away over scenic moorland. It features a medieval castle, a thriving market on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays and a picturesque canal basin offering daily narrowboat trips.
and for the kids
entertain the little ones
If the sheer joy of splashing about in the river isn’t enough to amuse them, our corner of Wharfedale has a few extras to entertain the little ones. Check out Hesketh Farm Park near Bolton Abbey where they can get hands-on with the animals and enjoy tractor rides round the farmland. The wonderfully retro Billy Bob’s Parlour in Halton East is the home of Yorkshire Dales Ice Cream and features a fabulous play barn and outdoor play area as well as the American diner. Heading up t’dale, at Kilnsey Park they can learn to fish or get in the saddle at Kilnsey Trekking Centre.
SHOP
TILL YOU DROP
Want to take home some mementos of your time in the Dales, or need to pick up some essentials? Just 15 minutes drive away, Grassington is just upstream and Pateley Bridge over the hill in Nidderdale. Both are busy local communities offering all you need from galleries to supermarkets and boutiques to pharmacies.
PAMPER
If you need a little more TLC, then our local spa at Long Ashes near Grassington offers day membership to use their spa, pool and gym and a range of wellness treatments.
SWIMMING
BRACE YOURSELF
If you like your swimming more adventurous, the Wharfe here in Appletreewick is a popular haunt for wild swimming enthusiasts, with its picturesque setting, grassy banks and deep pools.
Please note that access to the river is via the footpath alongside Masons Campsite just along the road from us, not our neighbour’s private track opposite New Inn.
