The Durham Ox

We are situated in the historic village of Crayke, with breath-taking views over the vale of York on three sides, and a charming view up the hill to the medieval Church. Crayke is less than 25 minutes from York City Centre, and in the heart of Herriot Country. We are well placed for visits to the Jorvik Centre, Castle Howard, Beningbrough Hall, Helmsley Castle, Nunnington Hall, Byland Abbey and other stately homes and historic sites.

We embrace the principle of good food in relaxed surroundings, we have always used the freshest and best of ingredients and buy locally wherever possible. Our A LA CARTE MENU celebrates a fabulous array of locally sourced meats, vegetables, fresh fish and seafood. As the seasons change so do our menus, to reflect the wealth of local produce for which this area is renowned.

This rural bolthole offers comfort and attention to detail, within a personal and friendly environment. We offer 5* accommodation and award winning breakfasts. All our rooms are individually designed whether the renovated farm buildings or The Studio Suite within the main Ox building. These are generous, comfortable relaxed spaces offering country style chic in a rural setting.

Our double rooms are converted outbuilding to the rear of the pub with en-suite bathrooms & seating areas, suitable for two people, complimentary tea trays, flat screen televisions and L'Occitane products. All our accommodation has a television, tea and coffee tray, hair dryer and individually controlled heating.

The Studio Suite is a wonderfully large, light, suite with incredible views up the hill to the Church and across the Vale of York. The Studio enjoys wonderful views in all directions; across the Vale of York one way, the Howardian Hills and up the hill to Crayke Church. In the Spring the daffodils are amazing.