About this property

Situated in the market town of Skipton, on the doorstep of the Yorkshire Dales, The Woolly Sheep Inn has free Wi-Fi and free parking on site. Skipton Castle, which dates back to the 11th century, is less than 10 minutes’ walk away. Homemade meals are made using fresh, high-quality local ingredients, and a range of award-winning Timothy Taylor ales is also served. Rooms at The Woolly Sheep are elegant, spacious, and traditionally furnished. Features include a flat-screen TV, work desk, tea and coffee making facilities, and an en suite bathroom with free toiletries. A range of shops and restaurants are within easy walking distance, and the Yorkshire Dales National Park is just a mile away. Here guests can explore the beautiful scenery and enjoy picturesque walks.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

  • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

  • Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free

  • Free private parking available on-site

Loyal customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


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Guests who stayed here loved

  • R
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The breakfast is always delicious and great portions. The rooms are always comfortable, only downfall is the noise from the road if you need the window open during the night.
  • Christine
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    This is truly a lovely hotel and pub. I have stayed here previously and would definitely again. There is great ambience as soon as you enter, even on a wet day. The staff are so friendly, helpful and knowledgeable. There are a great selection...
  • Christopher
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Breakfast was fabulous, locally sourced produce, generous portions,service was excellent, friendly, helpful staff 😀.
  • Barber
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The experience was excellent, accommodation was very good as was the selection of drinks and food.
  • Mcpadden
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The bar atmosphere and food was brilliant, very generous prices and portion sizes, the bed was comfortable and all amenities provided. It was surprising quiet, you couldn't hear the rowdiness in the bar from the rooms, which was a pleasant...
  • Riley
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The location is fantastic also the food was fantastic and great value for your money. The room was very comfortable and very clean highly recommend this place to stay in.
  • Barry
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Food excellent, staff very very friendly, so helpful, breakfast superb, will tell friends to stay there
  • Angela
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    We liked the friendly atmosphere, all staff were very nice, breakfast was lovely, very clean. Good location.
  • Andy
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Everything about this place is exceptional, the staff, room, the food. Excellent location in the middle of Skipton with it's own car park. We have stayed here again couple of times and will definitely be going back.
  • Charlotte
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The pub was gorgeous, the room was clean and had everything we needed and was in a great location. The pub itself is absolutely lovely and breakfast was brilliant.

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
  • Restaurant #1
    • Open for
      Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Traditional
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

House rules

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Check-in
From 15:00 to 23:00
Check-out
From 10:00 to 10:30
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
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