The Worsley Arms Hotel, Hovingham

Located in the picturesque village of Hovingham, The Worsley Arms is well placed for visiting both the historic city of York and the majestic North Yorkshire Moors. Built in 1841 in a style described as late Georgian, the hotel’s purpose was to provide accommodation for visitors to Hovingham Spa which was located on the outskirts of the village along the track that we now know as the Ebor Way.

Sadly the spa is long gone, but the hotel remains and continues to welcome travellers from near and far who enjoy the hotels cosy old world charm. Whether you are seeking a short break, long stay, business meeting or special function, this family-run hotel provides a warm and hospitable welcome and a wide range of facilities.

There are 12 rooms situated in the main hotel. The other rooms are situated in a row of restored cottages on the green across the road from the hotel.

The restaurant is open every evening for dinner and also at Lunch time on Sundays. Booking is recommended as this a popular venue for private events. We are proud of our wine cellar! Guests are welcome to visit and select from a wide selection of hand picked wines representing the finest growing regions of the world.

If you are just looking for an informal meal or just a drink and a sandwich the bar with its cricketing memorabilia is the ideal location. You can check out the daily changing specials on the black board.

The Worsley Arms has three rooms registered for civil wedding ceremonies capable of comfortably accommodating groups 10 to over 100. Receptions can be held in either the restaurant for up to 65 guests, or in the marquee which can cater for up to 150 seated guests.

Our quiet location, and choice of rooms (yet still only twenty five minutes from the centre of York!) makes the Worsley Arms the ideal retreat for business meetings, conferences or brain storming sessions. Please contact us to find out about our special day and overnight delegate rates.

The hotel boasts spacious lounges with comfortable sofas and log fires to snuggle in front of during the winter months. Through the summer our spacious walled garden offers a peaceful environment to enjoy a drink or snack.