The Fairfax Arms, Ampleforth

The Fairfax Arms is the epitome of the traditional country inn: a bar filled with character and atmosphere and a warm and friendly welcome to our excellent quality accommodation. Our rural location means that you really get the feeling of getting away from it all, yet we are only 30 minutes from the historic city of York and right on the edge of the North York Moors. Often described as a ‘hidden gem’, it’s easy to understand why our guests keep on returning.

We have a range of bedrooms available from Classic Doubles to our Superior Suite, ensuring that you will always find a room to suit your needs whether it is a simple stop-off or a luxury weekend away. We pride ourselves on our cleanliness and your room will be serviced daily by our chambermaids, who will replenish the tea, coffee, biscuits and White Company toiletries.

Here at The Fairfax Arms along with our fantastic rooms and friendly professional service, focus is on producing top quality food to consistent high standards. Head chef Ben Turner has designed a menu full of quality local produce which means our menu has an expertly formed combination of traditional British cuisine with a gourmet edge.

The emphasis is on excellent quality and local produce to create simple but tasty dishes for those wanting to pop in for a quick supper, as well as some more elaborate gourmet dishes for those wanting to visit for a more special occasion. Ben along with his team of chefs take great pleasure in creating imaginative dishes using fresh produce which is locally sourced where possible.