We’re proud of what we’ve achieved but don’t just take our word for it:
“...The attention to detail shows in menus and accommodation that are traditional yet top-notch.”
As listed in the top 15 Best New Pubs with Rooms, The Sunday Times Travel Section 24.07.11’…The Oak Tree
“A splendid meal with exemplary service. Provenance Inns have nailed all that this now gorgeous Inn should be and it seems they have charmed the villagers into the bargain too. ”
Elaine Lemm, Yorkshire Post 24.12.11
“Michael and Chris and their team at The Carpenters Arms thoroughly deserve the title of Best Freehouse Pub in Great Britain.”
The Publican’s Morning Advertiser Editor, Paul Charity, October 2011
“This was really top-notch, simple, pub food cooked well, without any pretentiousness, and served by a very efficient, sincerely smiley staff.”
Darlington and Stockton Times Malcolm Warne, 14.1.2011
“Big ticks to the partnership for the flashes of brilliance, lack of pretension and impeccable service which make this all a good quality inn should be”
Yorkshire Post 24/12/10
“A country pub in a beautiful setting, which attracts impressively consistent reports, not least for its ‘exceptional’ service.”
Harden’s, the UK’s Most Authoritative Restaurant Reviews
“This is one of the finest hostelries north of the Watford Gap.”
Adam Edwards, The Telegraph
“Punters enjoy a pint of Theakston, and a dapper, yellow-walled and wine-themed restaurant that draws all and sundry. The Bar Bites menu and the Sunday roasts are inevitably popular.”
Top 10 Cosy Pubs, The Guardian
“The Durham Ox prides itself on serving proper (not trendy) pub food, using the best ingredients, sourced locally when possible. The cosy oak-panelled bar offers several real Yorkshire ales and the wine list is a terrific choice of over 80 bins.”
AA Pub of the Year 2007-2008
“Peter Birnie, the AA’s chief hotel and restaurant inspector, said the Durham Ox had won because of ‘the obvious commitment which has gone into making this pub a desirable location through its dedication to providing only the best of food, wines and beers.”
The Publican
“The Durham Ox at Crayke – I love the fish and chips.”
My Yorkshire, Yorkshire Post: William Worsley
“Friendly, well run inn, interesting décor in old-fashioned, relaxing rooms, fine drinks and excellent food; lovely views and comfortable bedrooms.”
