The Castle Arms Inn, Bedale

The Castle Arms is an award-winning character inn, set in the tranquil and picturesque North Yorkshire village of Snape. Conveniently situated close to the A1, between Bedale and Masham, the property is conveniently situated for easy access to the many tourist attractions of both the Yorkshire Dales and North York Moors National Parks.

We are a pet friendly place and allow pets to stay for a 1 off charge of £15 this can be added online when booking or taken on arrive.

We have nine well appointed and comfortable rooms, in converted stables set around an attractive courtyard at the rear of the premises.

The main building is 17th Century Grade 2 listed and oozes character and charm with flagged floors, oak beams and roaring fires.


There are nine cosy bedrooms, each with a modern en-suite bath or shower room, all furnished to an exceptional standard with co-ordinated decor and country furniture. Many architectural features of the original building have been retained. All rooms have central heating, a colour TV and tea/coffee making facilities.

Great home cooked food is served in our restaurant and bar areas with a wide selection of cask ales, fine wines and spirits on offer to accompany your meal or to enjoy by themselves. Food service times are 5-8.00 for evening meals every day. Dogs are welcome in all our rooms (a small supplement of £10 per stay is charged) and in the bar areas of the pub.

Local attractions include nearbyThorpe Perrow Arboretum, the breweries of Masham, Lightwater Valley, World Heritage site Fountains Abbey and Studley Water Park and the cathedral city of Ripon. Not to mention the spectacular countryside on our doorstep, ideal for walking or cycling.