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Whilst our phone lines are always on when the pub is open, should you call out of restaurant opening hours or when we are closed on a Monday and Tuesday please remember you are able to book a table online.


The Drovers Arms, York Road, Skipwith, North Yorkshire YO8 5SF

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 homemade food is locally sourced and reflects the changing seasons, mirroring the wonderful walks to be found through Skipwith Common, right on its doorstep.
Restaurant
Comfortable, warming and welcoming 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 Front of House Manager Adam. 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
New for this summer we have our exciting new additions to outside with our 'Garden', 'Hut' & '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).
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.

“Spent two evenings dining at this pub, and both times the food was delicious. They went out of their way to accommodate two Vegans in our party, and cooked special tasty meals for them... Would definitely recommend.”
Lizzy, TripAdvisor
Events

Opening hours
NEW Bar Opening Times:
Wednesday & Thursday: 12pm - 3pm & 5pm - 11pm
Friday: 12pm - 3pm & 5pm - 11pm
Saturday: 12pm - 12am
Sunday: 12pm - 8.00pm
NEW Restaurant Opening Times:
Wednesday & Thursday: 12pm - 2.30pm & 5.30pm - 9pm
Friday: 12pm - 2.30pm & 5.30pm - 9.30pm
Saturday: 12pm - 9.30pm
Sunday: 12pm - 6pm