
Quick info
About The Wenlock Arms
The Wenlock Arms is a pub at 73 Main St in Wheldrake, York, reopened after a full refurbishment inside and out. The bar is new, and so are the tables and chairs. Real ales, lagers and a range of spirits are served at the bar. The kitchen cooks food from Wednesday to Sunday, and the plated Sunday roast anchors the weekend. Themed nights add variety for those who want something specific: burger night on Thursday, a steak night, and a visiting fish and chip van. The pub takes walk-ins.
Good to know
“Fully Refurbished Traditional Country Pub & Dining Recently reopened after a full 6 require inside & out refurbishment! Step inside and discover a beautifully redesigned space featuring a brand-new bar and bar area, inviting cosy corners with luxurious soft furnishings, and an all-new collection of hand-picked tables and chairs. Traditional country pub situated in the heart of Wheldrake. Great drink offering, from real ales and premium lagers to a wide variety of spirits. Serving fresh home cooked food Wednesday - Sunday with many options to choose from! From Burger night on a Thursday to our delicious plated Sunday Roasts! Dog friendly Beer garden Parking”
- ReservationsWalk-in only
- AccessibilityWheelchair: entrance, parking lot, restroom
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention fish and chips, sirloin steak, chocolate brownie and sunday lunch.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention fish and chips, sirloin steak, chocolate brownie and sunday lunch.
Customer Review Summary
Diners most often single out the fish and chips, ordered alongside the gammon and scampi by one party and rated highly by another. Close behind are the sirloin steak, with one reviewer suggesting the peppercorn sauce on the side, the steak pie, and a Sunday lunch with generous portions. Others name the garlic mushrooms, the rosemary and sea salt fries, and a quinoa salad that suited a reviewer with dietary requirements. The chocolate brownie and cheesecake earn praise for dessert. The food does not please everyone. One group found the pizzas not that good and a toasted sandwich overdone, and another reviewer called the meal OK, nothing special. Staff are repeatedly described as friendly and attentive without rushing anyone, and the atmosphere comes up as warm and welcoming. Drinkers mention a great selection of beers, plus burger night, steak night and a fish and chip van. One reviewer notes their dog was made to feel as welcome as the diners.
Customer Review Summary
Diners most often single out the fish and chips, ordered alongside the gammon and scampi by one party and rated highly by another. Close behind are the sirloin steak, with one reviewer suggesting the peppercorn sauce on the side, the steak pie, and a Sunday lunch with generous portions. Others name the garlic mushrooms, the rosemary and sea salt fries, and a quinoa salad that suited a reviewer with dietary requirements. The chocolate brownie and cheesecake earn praise for dessert. The food does not please everyone. One group found the pizzas not that good and a toasted sandwich overdone, and another reviewer called the meal OK, nothing special. Staff are repeatedly described as friendly and attentive without rushing anyone, and the atmosphere comes up as warm and welcoming. Drinkers mention a great selection of beers, plus burger night, steak night and a fish and chip van. One reviewer notes their dog was made to feel as welcome as the diners.
Featured reviews
- Google user
“Excellent food. THE best garlic mushrooms I've ever eaten. Rosmary and seasalt fries were just perfect. Simple food yes, but done with perfection. Lovely staff too. Surroundings are very pretty. I'm giving this place a 10! (Out of 10)”
- Google user
“Just visited today for the first time. The landlord/host was a very pleasant chap easy to chat with, super helpful and polite. The place is very well kept and to a high standard. The choice of foods for someone with dietary requirements was brilliant. All freshly prepared and superbly delicious....I recommend the quinoa salad 😋. If you are ever in the area you must check it out. I know if we are passing by on our travels we most certainly will!!!”
- Google user
“Really lovely village pub, deserving of it's recent 2026 Pub of the year award! Great selection of beers, cosy atmosphere and plenty of innovations (burger night, steak night, fish and chip van). Very enjoyable place for a pint.”
- Google user
“A real gem in the Yorkshire countryside. Easily accessible from the main centres, this pub is a fabulous, warm and welcoming places to drink, eat and relax with family and friends. Sunday lunch is absolutely delicious with generous portions. The dining area is beautifully laid out with plenty of natural light and space to move around. The staff are all friendly and extremely helpful. Highly recommend.”
- Google user
“The meal was OK nothing special, the pub was clean and friendly every one seems to be happy, there were 12 of us”
Amenities
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
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- Accessibility· 2
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
Location
Bars near The Wenlock Arms
- The Half Moon Inn4.73223.7 mi£20–30ReservationsGood for kids
wednesday and thursday steak night, two steaks with house red, sunday roast turkey and beef
- The Glasshouse4.31754.5 mi£1–10
nachos, bottomless bao bun brunch, fries
- The Deramore Arms4.36564.6 mi£10–20Reservations
curry night, dog friendly, real ale selection
| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Wenlock ArmsWheelchair accessible | 4.5513 | — | — | fish and chips, sirloin steak, chocolate brownie |
| The Half Moon InnReservations · Good for kids | 4.7322 | 3.7 mi | £20–30 | wednesday and thursday steak night, two steaks with house red, sunday roast turkey and beef |
| The Glasshouse | 4.3175 | 4.5 mi | £1–10 | nachos, bottomless bao bun brunch, fries |
| The Deramore ArmsReservations | 4.3656 | 4.6 mi | £10–20 | curry night, dog friendly, real ale selection |
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