Overlooking the Market Square in the small town of Masham, this charming inn is set within a fine Georgian building of tremendous character, built in the second half of the 18th century.
A quintessential English town, Masham lies peacefully on the River Ure on the outskirts of Ripon. It houses quaint almshouses and holds traditional markets twice a week. Established in Saxon times, its beautiful church was mentioned in the Domesday Book.
The King's Head has been carefully renovated to combine traditional Georgian splendour with modern day comforts. To truly relax, during the winter you can take advantage of the real wood and coal fires, whilst in the summer the terrace is the perfect place for a refreshing drink.
Hotel Information
In its time the King?s Head has been combined with a Posting House and surprisingly, an Excise Office. It has recently undergone a sympathetic refurbishment of the bar, restaurant and the 23 letting bedrooms.
For business events and special occasions, The Royal Coach House conference room, located in the rear courtyard of The Kings Head Hotel, is the perfect venue. The room is beautifully furnished and offers all the state-of-the-art equipment in conjunction with private washroom facilities and a utility kitchen; it has an external private entrance and is also licensed to hold civil weddings. It has a capacity of 25 people.
Surrounding Area
There is a wealth of attractions and activities hotel for you to explore and enjoy within an hour's drive of the hotel. These include Ripon Cathedral and Fountains Abbey, a UNESCO World Heritage Site which is just 7.5 miles (12 km) from the hotel. The spa town of Harrogate, with its famous Betty's Tea Room, is just 20 miles (30 km) away and Lightwater Valley theme park is just 4 miles (6 km) away. The Yorkshire Dales offer visitors many delights, with wonderful walks, castles and waterfalls all waiting to be discovered.
Transport
By Car (from the A1):
- The town of Masham and the Kings Head are best approached from the A1.
- Take the B6267 to Masham.
- As you approach the town, the Market Place is signposted and the hotel is located in the centre of town.
Due to major road works on the A1, guests are advised to use these alternate directions:
Travelling from the South:
On the A1 take the Ripon turn off follow the A61 to the roundabout
Then take the A6108 signed Masham
Travelling from the North:
On the A1 take the Leeming Bar turn off and follow the A684 to Bedale
In Bedale take the B6268 to Masham
Restaurants
The wood panelled restaurant offers the perfect setting for a romantic dinner or a friends and family gathering, with a menu that combines the very best of Yorkshire Fayre with a contemporary Chef's Special Board.
It now offers a warm welcome with an excellent menu range and serves traditional Theakstons and Black Sheep cask ales and an extensive wine list making it a popular choice for both locals and visitors to the town.
The bar serves food from 12:00 ? 14:45 and in the evening from 18:00 ? 21:30. On weekends snacks are also served from 15:00 ? 18:00.
The restaurant menu combined with the contemporary chef's specials board offers something for all tastes. The traditional Sunday Lunch is very popular and can be enjoyed in the bar or restaurant.
Bookings are recommended for Friday, Saturday and Sunday and food service times are as the bar.
Children
children are welcome at the hotel, we ask that they leave the bar area before 9.00pm
We offer family accommodation, cots, highchairs, a baby changing room and childrens meals
