The Charles Bathurst Inn

We visited on chance as a young family. We had been nearby and called in for a drink. There was plentiful and easy parking. The staff were helpful and welcoming. We tried different real ale that was on tap. There were several local ales, all of which were well kept and nice. Prices were reasonable. We sat in a lovely small room with sofas. The pub has real character and is clean and neatly kept. A really good find that is a must if you are visiting the area. Our children even enjoyed the swings outside as a kids play area.

We visited the CB Inn three times last week - twice whilst we were working in Arkengarthdale, and once for a pre-concert supper when attending a Swaledale Festival event at Grinton. On all three occasions we were well catered for. Food quality and price was always good, portion sizes were perfect, and bar and food service was excellent - on two occasions we booked for meals at the very last minute. Our Black Labrador was on all occasions made very welcome by all staff on duty, as were we..... We will be back next week for more!

Weekend Away Relaxing weekend away ! Excellent staff and service !

Went for a meal on 2 nights last weekend as we were staying very locally. Friday was extremely quiet but the service was very good. Food was good but portion size reduced since last time we came and expensive. On Saturday night it was very busy, service less good. Nobody checked back on us and they forgot the pancetta on the caesar salad. They took a small amount off the bill. Restaurant manager very dour and not very friendly. We have always regarded the CB as the best in the area by far but if I'm honest, we wouldn't rush back.

Went for lunch, very accommodating for a walk in, friendly staff lovely looking pub! We came last year and were very impressed with the pub and had fish and chips. I remembered enjoying them so ordered the same meal this time. The portion was half the size that is was last year and was sat on about 8 chips. £16.95 felt a bit steep for the light bite size portion. Also was a bit disappointed in baby changing facilities, I understand the toilets are small however, a dusty mat stored on top of the heater, to be put onto a wet countertop, next to the sink and under the paper towel rack, as soon as you go into the toilet was not ideal. If someone else was using the toilets whilst I wanted to change my child, we wouldn’t have had privacy and I doubt anyone wants a poo nappy changing where you clean and dry your hands.

Well worth a visit or revisit Friendly, efficient staff, willing to help an adventurous traveller. Clean and tidy room with character, and a lovely view of the valley. Tasty food.