During the dark, cold winter months there is nothing better than to cosy up by a crackling fire with a delicious plate of food. Across North Yorkshire there are a plethora of cosy, chill pubs and restaurants serving hearty winter meals that you and your family can enjoy. Plan your family meals out in advance and check out these amazing locations to enjoy leading up to the festive period…

Fletcher’s Restaurant at Grantley Hall

Found inside the luxurious Grantley Hall located in the Queen Anne wing is the beautifully restored Fletcher’s Restaurant. This sophisticated but cosy restaurant is the perfect family location for an evening meal with children aged over eight-years-old welcome to dine in. Admire the views of the picturesque parkland outside whilst cosying up in front of one of their historic fireplaces. British and European cuisine is available on the menu with main courses including a beef wellington for two, a rack of lamb and fish and chips. A roasted Yorkshire beef striplion is also available for Sunday lunches for only £29.50.

Carriages in Knaresborough

The Bear at Carriages specialises in a classic pub style menu with a modern twist perfect for a cosy meal out. Located along High Street in Knaresborough makes this an easily accessible pub and perfect for family visits. Spend your Sundays relaxing and enjoy one of their delicious Sunday lunches without any of the hassle. Main courses for Sunday lunch include roast sirloin, roast pork and a Mediterranean vegetable tart. Every member of the family can join the meal as dogs are welcome, and their outdoor heated seating area allows you to stay warm whilst your dog enjoys a moment outside.

Bosun’s in Bishopthorpe

Bosun’s provides a unique destination on the riverside of River Ouse for their diners to enjoy with an innovative menu created using local ingredients to make comforting winter food we all love. Their children’s menu full of tasty mini meals is perfect for your little ones and their adult aimed all day and sunday menu has a wide variety of options perfect to warm you from the inside out on a cold winter’s evening. Christmas and New Year’s Eve menus are also available to relieve you of the stress of whipping up a big holiday meal, allowing you to relax and enjoy time with your family.

Bantam in Helmsley

Bantam is a cosy, informal neighbourhood restaurant located in Helmsley where you can enjoy imaginative food made from scratch. Their tasty menu is created using locally grown ingredients and the daily specials based on the ingredients that are seasonal and available in the market keep each visit exciting and fresh. Their share platters are perfect for the whole family with options varying from pork schnitzel to brown crab, with a wine list that accompanies the food for the parents.

The Alice Hawthorn in Nun Monkton

Hidden away in the historic town of Nun Monkton is the charming The Alice Hawthorn pub. Their imaginative menu has strong Yorkshire influences with fresh and seasonal dishes made from locally sourced and wonderfully simple ingredients. Food is served from Wednesday evening until Sunday making it a must-visit location to relax at the end of the week. Relax and cosy up for even longer this winter by booking one of. the many beautiful rooms onsite.

The Tickled Trout Inn in Bilton-in-Ainsty

If you love countryside walks during the winter season and cosying up in front of a crackling fire once you’re done, The Tickled Trout Inn is the perfect place to end the night. Enjoy fresh award-winning food with plenty of fishy options for you to choose from. If you don’t fancy one of their fish dishes, their mouthwatering wood fired pizza is served at lunch and into the early evening which is perfect to tear and share with your family.

Photos: Bosun’s, Carriage’s, Fletchers