The Derwent Arms, Restaurant & Caravan site
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About The Derwent Arms, Restaurant & Caravan site
The Derwent Arms, Restaurant & Caravan site is a pub, restaurant and RV park on Osbaldwick Village in York. Behind the pub, camping and caravan pitches, including gravel pitches, are available with water and Elsan waste disposal, though no EHU or other facilities. A bus stop nearby offers a short ride into York city centre. The kitchen's ten-dish menu runs from a four-course option to Chicken Parmesan and Fish Goujon, with Chicken, Steak or Veg also on offer, and steak pies are served, including for private functions. Dogs are welcome throughout, and a quiz night runs on select evenings alongside occasional live entertainment or a singer. Reservations are required for dining. A Christmas Day menu is put up on a dedicated poster ahead of the holiday.
Good to know
- ReservationsAccepts reservations
- ParkingFree of charge street parking · Free parking lot
- AccessibilityHas wheelchair-accessible car park · Has wheelchair-accessible entrance · Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
- Good for kidsGood for kids
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Menu & Prices
10 dishes · mains £14–80- 4 Course£80.00
- Chicken Parmesan£13.95
- Christmas Day Poster£80.00
- Chicken, Steak Or Veg£14.00
- Fish Goujon£13.95
- Steak Fajita & Cheese Or Chicken Caesar£13.95
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention steak pies, caravan pitches with elsan/water, bus stop to york centre and friendly landlords/hosts.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention steak pies, caravan pitches with elsan/water, bus stop to york centre and friendly landlords/hosts.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers repeatedly return for the caravan pitches and the friendly hosts, with several noting the gravel pitches added recently for wet weather and the flat, easy grass pitches behind the pub, alongside water and Elsan waste facilities. Close behind is the food, singled out for the steak pies at a private function and generally described as good and reasonably priced, with staff called attentive and going out of their way for requests. Also mentioned are the location near York with an easy bus ride into the centre and entertainment such as a Saturday night singer. A few raise value concerns, with one reviewer noting the overnight price doubled between visits with no discount on food or drink, and another describing sticky tables and calling for a deeper clean and refurbishment. Multiple stayers say they have returned for several years running or plan to come back.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers repeatedly return for the caravan pitches and the friendly hosts, with several noting the gravel pitches added recently for wet weather and the flat, easy grass pitches behind the pub, alongside water and Elsan waste facilities. Close behind is the food, singled out for the steak pies at a private function and generally described as good and reasonably priced, with staff called attentive and going out of their way for requests. Also mentioned are the location near York with an easy bus ride into the centre and entertainment such as a Saturday night singer. A few raise value concerns, with one reviewer noting the overnight price doubled between visits with no discount on food or drink, and another describing sticky tables and calling for a deeper clean and refurbishment. Multiple stayers say they have returned for several years running or plan to come back.
Featured reviews
- David Harris
“Sorry this is a long time coming we stayed at derwent arms in Nov last year and the year before. The 1st year it was £10per night which we thought was good had entertainment on which was ok ,2nd year £20per night with no discount on food or drink so thought it was a bit expensive so not stopping there this year. Saying all that food was good and staff were nice both times”
- Paul W.
“Liked: The field and pitches behind the pub is quite big.We had one of the gravel pitches.No EHU or water at pitch but already knew that. …”
- Anonymous
“Liked: They now have a few gravel pitches which are ideal when it rains, so although basic it was very good bus stop going into town not quite outside the pub but only a few minute walk onto the main road. Staff friendly and helpful …”
- Anonymous
“Liked: Great location near to York. Landlords very friendly and helpful when we wanted to extend our stay. Pub is good, lots going on and good value food. We will definitely return. …”
- Jan Murray
“Attended a private function yesterday. Staff were friendly and attentive going over and above to accommodate requests. The food was lovely compliments to the chef on the steak pies and on such a hot day in a kitchen. Definitely recommend and will return. Thank you.”
Amenities
- Has wheelchair-accessible car park
- Free of charge street parking
- Accepts reservations
- Has outdoor seating
- Dogs allowed
- Serves dine-in
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- Good for kids
- Serves food at bar
- Casual
- Serves beer
- Serves food
- Serves spirits
- Highlights· 8
- Has bar games
- Has great beer selection
- Has great wine list
- Has karaoke
- Has live music
- Has live performances
- Has quiz night
- Good for watching sport
- Planning· 1
- Reservations required
- Offerings· 4
- Serves alcohol
- Serves cocktails
- Serves happy-hour food
- Serves wine
- Dining options· 2
- Has seating
- Has table service
- Accessibility· 2
- Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
- Popular for· 1
- Good for solo dining
- Atmosphere· 2
- Cosy
- Quiet
- Crowd· 4
- Good for groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Popular with tourists
- Transgender safe space
- Parking· 1
- Free parking lot
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