The Black Swan - Ravenstonedale

Award-winning dog-friendly hotel in the Eden Valley with AA Pub Of The Year honors

Dining & Awards

The Black Swan Ravenstonedale holds the AA Pub Of The Year - England award and the Good Hotel Guide Cesar Award. The on-site restaurant serves dinner and breakfast using locally sourced seasonal produce, with dishes such as wild mushroom risotto and coconut panna cotta. Guests can also dine in the bar, which offers a selection of real cask ales and special diet menus.

Accommodations

Accommodations at The Black Swan include rooms with traditional furnishings and open fireplaces, plus a ground-floor annex for guests with mobility needs. For a back-to-nature experience, the hotel offers unique glamping yurts by the river, each providing a mix of rustic charm and modern comforts. All rooms feature a flat-screen TV, tea and coffee facilities, and some offer views of the riverside garden.

Pet-Friendly Features

Ravenstonedale Black Swan has comprehensive dog-friendly policies, allowing dogs in all common areas including the bar and dining rooms. Pets receive a bowl, treats, and a towel on arrival, and are served a complimentary sausage at breakfast. The hotel also provides a dog-friendly room on the ground floor with direct garden access.

Location & Outdoor Activities

The Black Swan is set in Ravenstonedale village in the Eden Valley, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, with the Yorkshire Dales National Park reachable in 15 minutes by car. The hotel has a riverside garden where red squirrels are frequently seen, and guests can use on-site facilities including billiards, darts, table tennis, and tennis equipment. Nearby attractions include the Lake District National Park (48 km away) and the historic Gilbertite monastery ruins.

Family & Additional Services

The Black Swan offers a children's playground, board games, and kids' meals in the restaurant, making it suitable for family stays. Additional services include packed lunches for day trips, luggage storage, and wheelchair-accessible rooms. The hotel also provides 24-hour security and daily housekeeping.

• Location: Ravenstonedale village in the Eden Valley, 15 min from Yorkshire Dales National Park
• Rooms: Rooms with traditional furnishings and open fireplaces; annex for disabled access
• Dining: AA Pub Of The Year - England and Good Hotel Guide Cesar Award
• Pet-Friendly: Dogs allowed in bar and dining rooms, receive a complimentary sausage at breakfast
• Activities: Riverside garden with red squirrels, access to billiards, darts, and a 9-hole golf course
• Awards: AA Pub Of The Year - England, Good Hotel Guide Cesar Award