About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: The Wellington Heifer in Northallerton offers comfortable rooms with private bathrooms, tea and coffee makers, work desks, showers, and TVs. Each room includes a sofa bed for added comfort. Dining Experience: Guests can enjoy British cuisine in a traditional restaurant setting. Breakfast options include continental and full English/Irish. The bar provides a relaxing atmosphere for evening meals. Amenities and Services: The property features a lounge, electric vehicle charging station, and room service. Free off-site parking is available, and activities such as fishing and cycling are nearby. Local Attractions: Located 39 km from Teesside International Airport, the bed and breakfast is near Lightwater Valley Theme Park (25 km), Ripley Castle (42 km), and Richmond Castle (24 km). Highly rated for breakfast, staff, and room comfort.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

  • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

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

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish

  • FREE parking!

Loyal customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


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Guests who stayed here loved

Cooper
United Kingdom United Kingdom
The friendly welcome. Super bedrooms and great food
Shiree
United Kingdom United Kingdom
The ambience of the Wellington Heifer was just lovely, the staff were friendly and welcoming, our room was very spacious, clean, with very nice crisp linen on our large comfortable bed. Our dinner was absolutely delicious and the breakfast was...
Caroline
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Really cosy pub, nice rooms. The staff were friendly, welcoming and helpful, they were lovely. Even though it’s on a main road there was very minimal traffic noise.
Megan
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Staff were welcoming, friendly and efficient. Food was delightful and the room was immaculate and comfy.
Ian
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Breakfast was good but a little dry, could have done with one more egg or beans. Food was excellent in the evening as well as the deserts. Will definately be back but only we are not travelling with our dog.
Jackie
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Authentic old pub with fabulous modern bedroom. Great hosts EV charging facility Great early evening food menu. Food was delicious.
Rebecca
United Kingdom United Kingdom
We really enjoyed the warm welcome and the guy that helped us check in, did breakfast and check out was lovely and so helpful. The place was beautiful and so quaint and comfy. Breakfast was delicious and nice choice, just what we needed!
Alan
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Nice friendly atmosphere. Well-appointed accommodation. Good food and service.. Overall, it is good value.
Ronniemm
United Kingdom United Kingdom
The Wellington is one of the best wee hotel/pub we have ever stayed in. Very handy for the A1M and set in a lovely village in Yorkshire. The staff were so helpful & friendly and our room was superb, overlooking the car park at the back.The...
Frank
United Kingdom United Kingdom
A very pleasant place to stay, with good rooms and excellent food. We had a comfortable stay with friendly and helpful staff. The place has a relaxed feel to it. Both breakfast and evening meals were top rate, with good choices and ingredients ,...

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Host Information

9.8
Host review score
Situated in the small village of Ainderby Steeple, just outside Northallerton the inn is run and owned by experienced and award-winning proprietor Rob Gilpin. The Inn prides itself on embracing the best of seasonal produce, which is sourced locally to create delicious and tasty dishes served every day. Two delicious seasonal menus are available, one set and one la carte, and are served daily in the cosy bar and restaurant, and include classics like Yorkshire aged rump steak and our famous fish and chips, just make sure you leave room for dessert! And for those looking to stay, a warm Yorkshire welcome awaits in one of our six tastefully appointed rooms. All rooms are en suite, modern, and brightly decorated and come complete with a flat-screen TV, DVD player, storage space, and tea/coffee-making facilities. A varied breakfast is included in the room rate. Easily accessed from the A1(M) motorway the inn has able Free parking available and a charging point for Electric cars. This property also has one of the best-rated locations in Northallerton! Guests are happier about it compared to other properties in the area. Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip. This property is also rated as the best value in Northallerton! Guests are getting more for their money when compared to other properties in this town.
Traditionally a late 18th century inn, the Wellington Heifer is the last remaining pub of three in the small village of Ainderby Steeple, 2 miles west of the busy market town of Northallerton.
Traditionally a late 18th century inn, the Wellington Heifer is the last remaining pub of three in the small village of Ainderby Steeple, 2 miles west of the busy market town of Northallerton.
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
Restaurant
  • Cuisine
    British
  • Ambiance
    Traditional

Facilities of The Wellington Heifer

Great facilities! Review score, 9.2

Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar

House rules

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Check-in
From 15:00 to 23:00
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0+ years
Extra bed upon request
£10 per person, per night

Prices for extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no cots available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.