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The Bay Horse Country Inn

3.0 star property

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Double Room, Ensuite
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Twin Room, Ensuite

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included

Explore the area

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Sleights Lane, Rainton, Thirsk, England, YO7 3PX
  • Place, Boroughbridge Marina
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Ripon Cathedral
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Ripon Racecourse
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.)
    ‪52 min drive‬

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Twin Room, Ensuite

Twin Room, Ensuite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Double Room, Ensuite

Double Room, Ensuite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Thirsk

The Bay Horse Country Inn places you within a 10-minute drive of Prison and Police Museum and Courthouse Museum. This 7-room, 3-star inn has conveniences like free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Boroughbridge Marina - 8 min drive - 6.6 miles
  • Prison and Police Museum - 8 min drive - 5.9 miles
  • Ripon Cathedral - 9 min drive - 6.1 miles
  • Courthouse Museum - 9 min drive - 6.1 miles
  • Ripon Racecourse - 10 min drive - 7.1 miles

Getting around

  • Cattal Station - 16 min drive
  • Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Angel - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Crab & Lobster - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Jaipur Spice - ‬8 min drive

About this property

The Bay Horse Country Inn

Guests of The Bay Horse Country Inn have access to free WiFi in public areas. A stay here includes free parking.
For entertainment, guests can enjoy TVs. Free toiletries are also available. Housekeeping is not available.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Breakfast available for a fee

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom

Entertainment

  • TV

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 5:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
  • Check-in: 5:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

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Frequently asked questions

What can I see near The Bay Horse Country Inn?

This inn is located in Thirsk, close to Ripon Racecourse, Newby Hall and Gardens, and Lightwater Valley Theme Park. You'll also find Prison and Police Museum and Courthouse Museum within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at The Bay Horse Country Inn?

As of Jun 20, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Bay Horse Country Inn on Jun 26, 2026 start from $97, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available on site at The Bay Horse Country Inn?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the inn.

Does The Bay Horse Country Inn feature a casino at the property?

No, The Bay Horse Country Inn doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Bay Horse Country Inn?

No, there is no indoor pool at this inn.

Does The Bay Horse Country Inn have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this inn.

Does The Bay Horse Country Inn have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

The Bay Horse Country Inn offers breakfast for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Does The Bay Horse Country Inn have connecting rooms available?

No, this inn doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from The Bay Horse Country Inn?

The closest major airport to The Bay Horse Country Inn is Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford), which is about 22.7 mi away. Another top airport is Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.), which is around 23.6 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Bay Horse Country Inn?

No, there aren't any guestrooms at The Bay Horse Country Inn that offer a balcony.

The Bay Horse Country Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 218 out of 318 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 88 out of 318 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 318 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 318 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 318 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Inn, staff very helpful, rooms and ammenities were perfect, well priced food and drinks.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Ian

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The bed was comfortable and the breakfast was great
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff, will stay again. Not a premier inn but that makes it nice and the people were particularly nice and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
A lovely little friendly b&b over a pub with excellent service, food , accommodation and Ideal for an overnight stay. Really nice welcoming staff and good value for money. The evening meal and breakfast were excellent and good value. We will definitely consider staying again if we're in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Lawrence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Ideal for a one night stay in that area
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Rachael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great service, comfy room, and delicious pub food! Would highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Vicky

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great place to eat. Fantastic food and great service.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Lovely historic building with very good meals.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely little village pub with lots of character landlord very helpful upon check in explained all features very well breakfast was exceptional and a very reasonable price would highly recommend staying here
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Breakfast was cooked especially for us each morning. Comfortable beds.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room staff and food
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

carol

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A good find for a two night stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Bank holidays stay

Amazing food and the staff was brilliant
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent family pub , very friendly good food great atmosphere
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Lesley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing staff and service would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022
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8/10 Good

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely traditional pub with excellent hosts and great food and beer.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Most welcoming love roast dinner comfortable beds and great host
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Stay

Lovely overnight stay, friendly service and clean and comfortable room, no complaints.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A quaint pub, excellent breakfast, convenient to the A1
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
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8/10 Good

Lynne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice place for a break

Really nice old fashioned pub in a truly beautiful village.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mary-Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The pub was very good, food, service and everything was good. Given all relevant information at check-in was very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This is part of a tour we are doing of abbeys and cathedrals and this was the perfect place to stay
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Carla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Querky little pub in a beautiful little village. Food, staff and room were great. Very welcoming locals.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Joyce

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All the above . Friendly staff and an amazing cooked full English
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very warm welcome and good traditional pub.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024