The Drovers Arms, York Road, Skipwith, North Yorkshire YO8 5SF
Multi award winning venue
The Drovers Arms Restaurant & Country Pub
The multi award winning Drovers Arms, set in the tiny, picturesque village of Skipwith only ten miles south of York, has great food, fine ales, plenty of gin, friendly atmosphere and has become one of the area’s main destination restaurant. The delicious created dishes are locally sourced from as close to our door step as possible and reflects the ever changing seasons, mirroring the wonderful walks to be found through Skipwith Common, right on its doorstep.
Having recently undergone a transforming £150,000 refurbishment, The Drovers Arms now oozes contemporary and stylish interiors, colours and designs which reflect the countryside and an ambiance to really soak up and enjoy!
Restaurant
Contemporary, stylish and comfortable, the Restaurant at The Drovers Arms is a great spot to eat, drink and relax. Our kitchen team are led by Head Chef Mike Cummings while the Front of House brigade are directed by owners Matt & Graham. The team will do everything possible to ensure you have an exceptional experience.
Country Pub
Award winning hand pull cask ales, over 60 gins, personally selected wine list. The Drovers Arms Country Pub is a great place to sit by the fire and enjoy a relaxing pint or delicious glass of wine. Dogs are also permitted into the bar area where our full menu is available.
Outside Garden, Huts & Tipi Experience
Our ever popular 'Garden', 'Huts' & 'Tipi' experiences. Book for dinner under the stars, a hut for an intimate private dining experience with table top heaters or a table in the fully heated Tipi (blankets and rugs are also included). Now closed for alfresco dining
Awarded one of Opentable's top 100 restaurants for outdoor dining 2024
Yorkshire Afternoon Tea
Our Yorkshire afternoon tea is inspired by the changing seasons and celebrates the amazing produce North Yorkshire has to offer.
Homemade fruit scones, fruit jams, clotted cream, seasonal finger sandwiches, macarons, a selection of miniature cakes and sweet treats, locally brewed tea and coffee.
Yorkshire afternoon tea – £21.95 pp
Taittinger Brut Réserve Afternoon tea – £31.95pp
Available Friday from 12pm - 2pm
Saturday's from 12pm - 4pm
Commencing Friday 17th May
Expertly crafted dishes
Mike Cummings and the Kitchen brigade create dishes and menus inspired by local produce and the ever changing seasons. Working with a key number of renowned suppliers who share our vision and ethos, the team work to create great pub fair, done our way, using outstanding produce, handled and cooked with care, love and passion.
Expertly crafted dishes
Mike Cummings and the Kitchen brigade create dishes and menus inspired by local produce and the ever changing seasons. Working with a key number of renowned suppliers who share our vision and ethos, the team work to create great pub fair, done our way, using outstanding produce, handled and cooked with care, love and passion.
Hot from the pass
Serving the best from our trusted suppliers
Yorkshire Dales Meat
Yorkshire Dales Meat Company began when Stephen Knox of Mill Close Farm in Bedale, North Yorkshire began selling his beef directly to the public. Over the years, the company has grown to supply some of the most prestigious venues in the north
F.R. Fowlers & Son
F.R. Fowler & Son are the third generation of a traditional, family-run business, which has been supplying local restaurants, hotels, catering trades and the general public with the best quality fish for over 100 years.
House of Townend
Quality is at their core, they are meticulous in sourcing of wines, working closely with their winemakers. House of Townend have direct relationships with some of the world’s top estates and domaines allowing them to offer the best quality wines and value for money from entry level upwards.
“Have not been since refurbishing looks beautiful. Food delicious, staff all very young and polite eager to help very professional. Will definitely recommend”
Maggie E, Google (April 2024)
Fixed price dining at THe Drovers Arms
Join us for lunch and early dinner Monday to Friday and take advantage of our 'Fixed Price' Lunch menu and 'Early Bird' Dinner menu.
Enjoy a selection of wonderful dishes from Head Chef Mike and his team, inspired by the seasons and all things local to us in Yorkshire.
Lunch - £22 for 2 courses, £26 for 3 courses
Dinner - £26 for 2 courses, £30 for 3 courses
Up and coming Events
Festive Lunch & Dinner throughout December 2024
It’s time for festive dining so celebrate together with colleagues, friends and family and enjoy a homemade locally sourced 3 course festive dinner in the restaurant with festive tunes, crackers, and table novelties. Ideal for large groups and those long awaited office party’s Served from Friday 22nd November 2024 until and including 21st December 2024…
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Festive family Sunday Lunch with a present from Santa!
Festive family Sunday Lunch with a present from Santa Christmas just wouldn’t be right without a visit to The Drovers! This year The Drovers Arms are running family friendly Sunday lunches with festive kids activities, traditional roast meats and presents for the kids! Join us for lunch on our festive family Sundays. All children will…
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Monday 23rd December 2024 – Lunch, Dinner & Drinks
Food Served 12.00pm – 8.00pm – Bar Open 12.00pm – 10.00pm We will be offering our main menu and some festive specials created by our Head Chef Mike and his team. Bookings advisable, no pre-orders or deposits required. Should you wish to discuss anything specific with the team or to make a booking please contact…
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Christmas Eve Lunch, Dinner & Drinks
Christmas Eve – a time for family and friends to enjoy the festive season together, relax, eat, and enjoy. Food Served 12.00pm – 8.00pm – Bar Open 12.00pm – 10.00pm We will be offering our main menu and some festive specials created by our Head Chef Mike and his team. Bookings advisable as this day…
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Christmas Day Lunch
Enjoy a truly magical Christmas Day with your family and friends, relax and let us do the hard work so you can unwind and indulge with a delicious 5 course traditional Christmas Day lunch, including crackers and table novelties Bar open 11am till 4.00pm – Lunch served from 12.00pm – 1.00pm (confirmed at booking) £109…
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Boxing Day Lunch, Dinner & Drinks
Boxing Day – a time for family and friends to enjoy the festive season together, relax, eat and enjoy Lunch served 12.00pm – 6.00pm – Bar open 12.00pm – 8.00pm We will be offering our full menu and some festive specials created by our Head Chef. Bookings advisable, no pre-orders or deposits required. Should you wish…
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Twixmas – Friday 27th – Monday 30th December 2024
Friday 27th Until Monday 30th December 2024 The Drovers Arms returns to normal opening times as detailed on the website. We will be offering our full menu and some festive specials created by our Head Chef. Bookings advisable, no pre-orders or deposits required. Should you wish to discuss anything specific with the team or to…
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New Years Eve Celebrations
Join us this year and celebrate 2024 into what’s going to be an amazing 2025 – a last year sell out event. Lunch served from 12.00pm till 5.00pm Dinner served from 6.00pm and bar till 1.00am Join us for the ‘House Party’ evening, entertainment starts from 10.00pm playing till the bells chime at midnight with…
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New Year’s Day Lunch, Dinner & Drinks
New Year’s Day is a time for relaxing, feeding and recovering! Join us throughout the day where our full menu will be available, the perfect time for a Yorkshire reared burger, East Coast fish and chips or something more special if celebrating the New Year with friends and family. Tables available from 12.00pm through until…
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Opening hours
Bar Opening Times:
Monday to Thursday: 12pm - 3pm & 5pm - 10.00pm
Friday: 12pm - 3pm & 5pm - 11.00pm
Saturday: 12pm - 11.00pm
Sunday: 12pm - 9.00pm
Restaurant Opening Times:
Monday to Friday: 12pm - 2.00pm & 5.00pm - 8.00pm
Friday: (Afternoon tea 12pm-2pm)
Saturday: 12pm - 8.30pm (Afternoon tea 12pm-4pm)
Sunday: 12pm - 7.00pm