The Bay Horse Country Inn

3.0 star property
Inn in Thirsk with free parking

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Experience the charm of a traditional building with a cozy outdoor seating area and a pitched roof.
Step into the charming entrance of The Bay Horse, where a welcoming atmosphere awaits.
Two single beds with white linens and purple pillows, a nightstand, and a painting adorn this cozy space.
Enjoy a warm and inviting dining experience in this rustic-style space with wooden tables and a brick wall backdrop.
Restful retreat with a neatly made bed and two pillows.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Sleights Lane, Rainton, Thirsk, England, YO7 3PX
  • Ripon Racecourse
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Lightwater Valley Theme Park
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Newby Hall and Gardens
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.)
    ‪43 min drive‬

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Room options

Double Room, Ensuite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Twin Room, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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.

What's nearby

  • Ripon Cathedral - 7 min drive - 5.6 miles
  • Ripon Racecourse - 8 min drive - 6.7 miles
  • Lightwater Valley Theme Park - 13 min drive - 8.5 miles
  • Fountains Abbey - 15 min drive - 10.4 miles
  • Newby Hall and Gardens - 17 min drive - 9.2 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Water Rat - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Forge - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Diner 168 - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Jaipur Spice - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min drive

About this property

The Bay Horse Country Inn

Inn in Thirsk with free parking
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.

Languages

English

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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

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, Ripon Cathedral, and Newby Hall and Gardens. You'll also find Prison and Police Museum and Courthouse Museum within a short drive.

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.

Are there hot tubs at The Bay Horse Country Inn?

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?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this inn.

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 at The Bay Horse Country Inn?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Bay Horse Country Inn.

The Bay Horse Country Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 201 out of 293 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 80 out of 293 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 293 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 293 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 293 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

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

Lovely pub stay

We stayed here for a Sunday night on the way home from a weekend away. The staff and locals were friendly, food was great and the room comfortable enough although the floorboards were really creaky in our room (although it is an older building so it is to be expected) We would definitely stay here again, should the opportunity arise
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

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

8/10 Good

Angela, Benton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

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

10/10 Excellent

Karl

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Host wife and staff couldn't do enough Great pub with open fire Friendly atmosphere Excellent food good size portions You would never be hungry here Reasonable drink prices
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Allison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

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

Great cosy stop off

Perfect night stay as as it was a very last minute booking booking gone 10pm the gentleman was more than happy to welcome us into the accommodation
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ben

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

Welcoming place

Very welcoming pub. Good atmosphere at the bar. Good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

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

Good stay

Very good stay here, a warm welcome from the host, who went out of his way to help us with a flat tyre. Comfortable room and hearty breakfast. Recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Val

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We stayed en route to Guisborough to break the journey up. The landlord actually called us to see if we would want food so they could prepare something before they closed. He was very attentive, friendly and helpful, from that call to the moment we checked out. Breakfast was delicious. Rooms are spacious, clean with everything you’d need. It’s a typical coaching house. Yes - as others have said, it’s out in the sticks, so peaceful and quiet. It’s not five star luxury, but if you’re looking for homely, welcoming & inviting them I’d definitely recommend. It is off the beaten track, however, if you’re looking to explore the area it’s a perfect base for Thirsk, Ripon, Harrogate, York, Sheffield, The Yorkshire Moors and much more.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Beats bland chain hotels by a country mile

Lovely family run pub in very quiet location with rooms and great home made meals. Easy reach of A1M and A19. Very welcoming after long day and very sociable. Brilliant cooked breakfast and lovely to see a community pub so popular with the locals.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trevor

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

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

Old fashioned welcome and comfort.

A really friendly welcome and introduction to the pub. The beer was excellent, the food very good. A very quiet bedroom and cosy too. Excellent value for money, we'll be back.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have had a lovely stay at The Bay Horse Inn. Very cosy sat in the bar atea with the coal fire lit. Our room was spacious and comfortable bed. The food is excellent and i can recommend the lamb shank. We will definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Martin

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

Spur of the moment

We were on our way back from a job in Carlisle and was looking for reasonably priced B&B/Hotel for 1 night. Lovely old pub just off the A1, Staff are friendly, the food was great including the breakfast that set us up for the long drive home next day.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very friendly greeting, fab cups and linen. Very comfy and very authentic. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian

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

Excellent village pub stay

A lovely country pub, warm, well presented room, fantastic food and friendly, helpful and welcoming staff. Recommended!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

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

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024