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The Carpenters Arms

Name: The Carpenters Arms
Address: Felixkirk, Thirsk, England, YO7 2DP, Thirsk, GB

★★★★★·9.4/ 10Excellent

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📍Felixkirk, Thirsk, England, YO7 2DP · Thirsk ↗

Birdwatching nearbyGardenLuggage storageTerraceFree WiFiOutdoor furnitureAll 22 facilities +

Review

Guest scores & sentiment

From 81 guest reviews · multi-source · as of 2026-07-23

Guests praise friendly staff, high-quality food, and dog-friendly amenities. Common complaints include plumbing noise, hot water issues, poor soundproofing, limited breakfast options during delays, and communication difficulties.

Dimension scores · cross-source

Location9.3

Service9.2

Surroundings9.2

Rooms9.0

Cleanliness8.9

Facilities8.8

Value8.6

Wi-Fi7.4

＋ PraisedFriendly and helpful staff · Excellent food quality · Dog-friendly policy · Popular breakfast

－ ComplaintsNoisy plumbing/tanks · Hot water pressure/temperature issues · Rooms too warm with no sockets · Maintenance and cleaning details

KEYIdeal for food lovers and pet owners. Check room facilities beforehand, avoid rooms near stairs or tanks, and allow extra time for breakfast.

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Room types · 3

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King Room with Garden View

1 × Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)8 ㎡up to 4

This double room features a fireplace. Providing free toiletries and bathrobes, this double room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a shower and a hairdryer. The double room provides a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a private entrance, a mini-bar, a tea and coffee maker as well as garden views. The unit offers 1 bed.

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Deluxe Double Room

1 × King bedup to 2

1 King BedOverlooking the resort Layout - Separate sitting areaInternet - Free WiFi Entertainment - 32-inch TV with cable channelsFood & Drink - Espresso maker, electric kettle, and free bottled waterSleep - Hypo-allergenic bedding and bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, bathtub or shower, bathrobes, and slippersPractical - Safe, iron/ironing board, and deskComfort - Daily housekeeping, heating, and portable fanNeed to Know - No cribs (infant beds) or rollaway/extra beds availableNon-SmokingRoom is accessed via exterior corridors

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Junior Room, Garden View

1 × King bedup to 2

1 King BedOverlooking the garden Layout - Separate sitting areaInternet - Free WiFi Entertainment - 32-inch TV with cable channelsFood & Drink - Espresso maker, electric kettle, and free bottled waterSleep - Hypo-allergenic bedding and bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, bathtub or shower, bathrobes, and slippersPractical - Safe, iron/ironing board, and desk; rollaway beds (surcharge) available on requestComfort - Daily housekeeping, heating, and portable fanAccessibility - Wheelchair accessibleNeed to Know - No cribs (infant beds) availableNon-SmokingRoom is accessed via exterior corridors

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DiningSights

Black Swan

Creative British · ★ Michelin

££££

All the hallmarks of a characterful country pub can be found here: exposed beams, flagged floors and even an open fire. The cooking is driven by produce from their farm, such as superb Herdwick lamb presented in two servings. The chefs work in total harmony with the gardeners, and an array of preservation techniques are used to ensure their ingredients last. The resulting dishes boast bold yet harmonious contrasts and plenty of depth. The entire team has wholeheartedly bought into the restaurant's vision and their enthusiasm is infectious. The antique-furnished bedrooms have private patios.

7.9km

Pignut & The Hare

Creative

££££

The team from Pignut in Helmsley moved a few miles down the road to take over The Hare, a long-standing pub which they’ve smartly refurbished with a Nordic-esque touch while retaining its rustic character. The ambitious tasting menu employs a range of creative techniques resulting in attractive, hyper-local dishes – beginning with the ‘wastage’ broth using leftover vegetables and ending with stand-out desserts such as a signature combination of mushroom, coffee and caramel. Bedrooms are available if you’d rather stay the night than drive back down the narrow lanes after dinner.

8.2km

The Owl

British Contemporary

££

The team from the former Bantam in Helmsley are behind this characterful rural pub, which benefits from an enviable location perched above a pretty valley in the North York Moors National Park. A former drover’s inn dating back to the 19th century, there’s a vintage style to the décor and a lovely, welcoming vibe thanks to the friendly team. Hearty, unfussy and downright tasty dishes are the order of the day, with old favourites like devilled kidneys and toad in the hole sure to satisfy. Bedrooms are available for those looking to explore the surroundings in more detail.

9.1km

The Abbey Inn

Modern Cuisine

£££

There is a simple, homely feel to this pub overlooking the ruins of Byland Abbey, courtesy of its flagstone floor, colourful throws and blazing fires in the winter. The comforting British cooking matches the seasons well, while providing crowd-pleasing menu mainstays like their signature 'Byland Burger'. The owners, who also run The Black Swan in nearby Oldstead, provide much of the superb produce from their own farm. Traditional bedrooms sit upstairs and, in the summer, the garden terrace makes a great spot for a pint.

9.9km

Greggs

Restaurant

Bakery

4.6km

Starbucks

Restaurant

Café

8.5km

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The Carpenters Arms

Guest scores & sentiment

Room types · 3

King Room with Garden View

Deluxe Double Room

Junior Room, Garden View

Facilities · 22

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