Reached by pack-horse bridge, the mellow sandstone 17th century building radiateswarmth and hospitiality. Log fires, cosy lounges, a warm and welcoming bar and a charming restaurant await the fortunate traveller and guest alike.

The Sportmans Arms is a restaurant with bedrooms. All the rooms are comfortable and tastefully decorated (most en suite) retaining many original features. "to get the best of the excellent cooking, you should really stay overnight and enjoy a good leisurely dinner" stated The Good Food Guide.

But you are also welcome to call in to the open-fired bar for a refreshing drink or freshly prepared meal. Working with the best local produce and ingredients - Nidderdale lamb, pork and beef, fresh Nidderdale trout and game from the moors (grouse, woodcock and pheasant in season) - the Sportmans offers a wondrous feast to its diners. Fresh turbot, plaice, halibut plus lobster crab and prawns are delivered fresh daily.

The Calm, soflty lit restaurant, dominated at one end by a Victorian sideboard and subsatntial wine rack, is open to residents and non residents for dinner and traditional Sunday lunches.

The wine list offers a wide selection of styles and prices from traditional wine making areas plus some new and interetsing examples. As well as fine vintage ports, brandies and liquers, a specail interest in whiskies is shown and some excellent champagnes are also available.

After an evening meal and restful sleep, guest can look forward to a morning walk by the River Nidd and a hearty breakfast, that will set you up for a busy or relaxing day!

A familly business for 21 years, and listed in all the major food guides, the Sportsmans has a loyal clientele. It is also the oldest established outside caterers in the Dale, specialising in marquess for 80-200 people.