The Woolly Sheep Inn

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Scored 8.9
Rated fabulous

Excellent location!

9.7

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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Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar

Property highlights

  • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

  • 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.

Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
1 double bed
1 single bed
1 double bed
1 large double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

Leanne
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Delicious food and great ales on offer .The room was spacious and very comfortable”
Carole
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Excellent location and secure parking. Cosy and clean room. Food is just WOW with lots of choice. Extensive range of ales to choose from too. Staff friendly and knowledgeable about the environment they work in and nothing too much trouble. Would...”
Linda
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“It was central with secure parking. Great food clean rooms friendly staff. Would definitely recommend and return”
Amanda
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Fantastic location in the centre of Skipton. Parking in a safe location. Lovely pub with nice comfortable rooms. Timothy Taylor beer on tap. Delicious food, great choice and reasonable prices. Fantastic yummy breakfast, piping hot. Very friendly...”
Linda
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Lovely breakfast Good choice Nicely cooked Friendly staff”
Rob
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Not a lot to dislike about The Wooly Sheep, location excellent, staff extremely good and polite. Food is fabulous, ate the evening meal there as well. Try to book as very busy place.”
Philip
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Love the hotel/pub .lovely atmosphere staff great”
Ian
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Very good accommodation for a short stay right in the centre of Skipton walking distance to most sights in the town. Clean and tidy room with a ensuite showroom. Breakfast was very good and served in the pub downstairs.”
Paul
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Lovely cosy pub with comfortable rooms in the heart of Skipton, with secure parking at the rear. Served great food for dinner and breakfast as well.”
Keith
Canada Canada
“We love staying here, and keep coming back. Excellent staff, excellent location, great clientele, warm welcoming atmosphere.”

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
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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 not allowed.
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