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King's Head Hotel

Ravenstonedale Kirkby Stephen
Rated 8.9 in 506 reviews

Nestled in the tranquil village of Ravenstonedale in the United Kingdom, the King's Head Hotel offers a charming and inviting stay for travelers seeking a peaceful retreat amidst picturesque countryside. This boutique hotel encapsulates the quintessential English experience with its blend of traditional architecture and modern amenities. Steeped in history, the King's Head Hotel provides a genuine sense of place with its classic stonework, warm wooden beams, and cozy fireplaces that create an ambiance of relaxation and warmth.

Guests at the King's Head Hotel are treated to beautifully appointed rooms that reflect the harmonious balance between rustic charm and contemporary comforts. The hotel prides itself on offering personalized service, ensuring that each visitor feels valued and at home. The surrounding landscape provides a stunning backdrop for exploration, whether guests are inclined to wander through the scenic trails of the Yorkshire Dales or simply enjoy a leisurely stroll through the nearby village.

Dining at the King's Head Hotel is a delight, with a menu that emphasizes locally sourced ingredients, bringing the flavors of the region to the forefront in delicious, freshly prepared dishes. The inviting bar area serves a selection of local ales and spirits, perfect for unwinding after a day of exploration.

Whether visiting for a weekend getaway, a special occasion, or simply passing through, the King's Head Hotel in Ravenstonedale stands as a testament to superb hospitality and the serene beauty of the English countryside.

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Michelin Restaurants in Ravenstonedale and near King's Head Hotel

St Oswald's Church, Ravenstonedale
St Oswald's Church, Ravenstonedale
Church in Eden, UK
270m / 300yd
Pendragon Castle
Pendragon Castle
Grade I listed castle in Mallerstang, United Kingdom
6km / 3.7mi
Lammerside Castle
Lammerside Castle
Castle in Wharton, Cumbria, England, UK
4.9km / 3.1mi
St Stephen's Church, Kirkby Stephen
St Stephen's Church, Kirkby Stephen
Church in Kirkby Stephen, Westmorland and Furness, Cumbria , England, UK
7km / 4.4mi
Church of St Mary
Church of St Mary
Church building in Mallerstang, Westmorland and Furness, Cumbria, England, UK
6.4km / 4mi
Kirkby Stephen War Memorial
Kirkby Stephen War Memorial
War memorial in Kirkby Stephen, Westmorland and Furness, Cumbria, England, UK
7km / 4.3mi
Gamelands stone circle
Gamelands stone circle
Stone circle in Orton, Cumbria, England, UK
9.3km / 5.8mi
Bleatarn Chapel
Bleatarn Chapel
Chapel in Cumbria, United Kingdom
9.7km / 6.1mi
Church of St Mark
Church of St Mark
Church building in Cautley, Cumbria, England, UK
10km / 6.2mi
Romano-British enclosed hut circle settlement 350m WNW of Maisongill
Archaeological site in Asby, Eden, England, UK
8.6km / 5.4mi
Castle Folds Romano-British defended stone hut circle settlement and medieval shieling
Castle Folds Romano-British defended stone hut circle settlement and medieval shieling
Romano-British walled settlement in Asby, Westmorland and Furness, Cumbria, England, UK
9.1km / 5.7mi
Maiden Way
Maiden Way
Roman road in the north of England
12km / 7.4mi
St Columba's Church, Warcop
St Columba's Church, Warcop
Church in Eden, UK
11.8km / 7.4mi
All Saints Church, Orton
All Saints Church, Orton
Church in Eden, UK
11km / 6.9mi
Nine Standards
Group of nine cairns crossing boundary between Hartley and Winton parishes
10.4km / 6.5mi
Church of St James
Church of St James
Church building in Tebay, Westmorland and Furness, Cumbria, England, UK
10.8km / 6.7mi
St. Theobald's Church
Church in Musgrave, Cumbria
10.2km / 6.3mi
Church of St Peter
Church of St Peter
Church building in Great Asby, Cumbria, England, UK
10.2km / 6.3mi
Hollin Stump round cairn
Hollin Stump round cairn
Archaeological site in Asby, Eden, England, UK
10.5km / 6.5mi
Friar Biggins monastic grange
Architectural structure in Orton, Eden, England, UK
10.2km / 6.3mi
Beacon Monument
Beacon Monument
Memorial in Crosby Ravensworth, Cumbria, England, UK
10.7km / 6.6mi
Castle Howe motte and bailey castle
Motte-and-bailey castle in Tebay, Eden, England, UK
11.1km / 6.9mi
Low Borrowbridge Roman Fort
Fort in Tebay, Eden, England, UK
11.7km / 7.3mi
Brough Castle
Brough Castle
Castle in Cumbria, England, UK
12.1km / 7.5mi
Holy Trinity Church, Howgill
Holy Trinity Church, Howgill
Grade II listed church in Sedbergh, Westmorland and Furness, Cumbria , England, UK
12.7km / 7.9mi
Belah Viaduct
Belah Viaduct
Railway viaduct in Cumbria, England
13.3km / 8.3mi
St Andrew's Church, Sedbergh
St Andrew's Church, Sedbergh
Church in South Lakeland, UK
13.7km / 8.5mi
St James' Church, Great Ormside
St James' Church, Great Ormside
Church in Eden, UK
13.8km / 8.6mi
Fox Tower
Fox Tower
Folly tower in Helbeck, Eden, Cumbria, England, UK
13.8km / 8.6mi
Church of St Michael
Church of St Michael
Church in Church Brough, Cumbria, United Kingdom
12.1km / 7.5mi
Brough
Brough
Village and civil parish in Cumbria, UK
12.1km / 7.5mi
St Lawrence's Church, Crosby Ravensworth
St Lawrence's Church, Crosby Ravensworth
Church in Crosby Ravensworth, Cumbria, England, UK
14.9km / 9.3mi
Briggflatts Meeting House
Briggflatts Meeting House
Quaker meeting house in Sedbergh, South Lakeland, England, UK
15.3km / 9.5mi
Church of St John
Church of St John
Church building in Firbank, Westmorland and Furness, Cumbria, England, UK
14.2km / 8.8mi
St Stephen's Church
St Stephen's Church
Church in South Stainmore, Stainmore, Eden, Cumbria, England
14.7km / 9.2mi
Roman Signal Station, 270m south west of Punchbowl Bridge
Archaeological site in Stainmore, Eden, England, UK
15.1km / 9.4mi
Church of St John the Baptist
Church of St John the Baptist
Church building in Garsdale, Westmorland and Furness, Cumbria, England, UK
14.7km / 9.1mi
Smithy Chapel To South East Of Blades
Chapel in Garsdale, Westmorland and Furness, Cumbria, England, UK
14.6km / 9.1mi
Garsdale Street Chapel
Chapel in Garsdale, Westmorland and Furness, Cumbria, England, UK
14.6km / 9.1mi
Appleby Castle
Appleby Castle
Grade I listed English country house in Appleby-in-Westmorland, United Kingdom
16.3km / 10.1mi
St Andrew's Church, Dent
St Andrew's Church, Dent
Church in South Lakeland, UK
17.1km / 10.6mi
St Lawrence's Church, Appleby
St Lawrence's Church, Appleby
Church in Appleby-in-Westmorland, Cumbria, England, UK
16.9km / 10.5mi
St John the Evangelist's Church, Cowgill
St John the Evangelist's Church, Cowgill
Church in Cowgill, Cumbria, England, UK
17.4km / 10.8mi
United Reform Church and former manse, with railings
United Reform Church and former manse, with railings
Church building in Keld, Richmondshire, North Yorkshire, England, UK
17.2km / 10.7mi
Dent Village Heritage Centre and Museum
Museum in Sedbergh, England, UK
17km / 10.6mi

What to do in Ravenstonedale and near King's Head Hotel

St Oswald's Church, Ravenstonedale
St Oswald's Church, Ravenstonedale
Church in Eden, UK
270m / 300yd
Pendragon Castle
Pendragon Castle
Grade I listed castle in Mallerstang, United Kingdom
6km / 3.7mi
Lammerside Castle
Lammerside Castle
Castle in Wharton, Cumbria, England, UK
4.9km / 3.1mi
St Stephen's Church, Kirkby Stephen
St Stephen's Church, Kirkby Stephen
Church in Kirkby Stephen, Westmorland and Furness, Cumbria , England, UK
7km / 4.4mi
Church of St Mary
Church of St Mary
Church building in Mallerstang, Westmorland and Furness, Cumbria, England, UK
6.4km / 4mi
Kirkby Stephen War Memorial
Kirkby Stephen War Memorial
War memorial in Kirkby Stephen, Westmorland and Furness, Cumbria, England, UK
7km / 4.3mi
Gamelands stone circle
Gamelands stone circle
Stone circle in Orton, Cumbria, England, UK
9.3km / 5.8mi
Bleatarn Chapel
Bleatarn Chapel
Chapel in Cumbria, United Kingdom
9.7km / 6.1mi
Church of St Mark
Church of St Mark
Church building in Cautley, Cumbria, England, UK
10km / 6.2mi
Romano-British enclosed hut circle settlement 350m WNW of Maisongill
Archaeological site in Asby, Eden, England, UK
8.6km / 5.4mi
Castle Folds Romano-British defended stone hut circle settlement and medieval shieling
Castle Folds Romano-British defended stone hut circle settlement and medieval shieling
Romano-British walled settlement in Asby, Westmorland and Furness, Cumbria, England, UK
9.1km / 5.7mi
Maiden Way
Maiden Way
Roman road in the north of England
12km / 7.4mi
St Columba's Church, Warcop
St Columba's Church, Warcop
Church in Eden, UK
11.8km / 7.4mi
All Saints Church, Orton
All Saints Church, Orton
Church in Eden, UK
11km / 6.9mi
Nine Standards
Group of nine cairns crossing boundary between Hartley and Winton parishes
10.4km / 6.5mi
Church of St James
Church of St James
Church building in Tebay, Westmorland and Furness, Cumbria, England, UK
10.8km / 6.7mi
St. Theobald's Church
Church in Musgrave, Cumbria
10.2km / 6.3mi
Church of St Peter
Church of St Peter
Church building in Great Asby, Cumbria, England, UK
10.2km / 6.3mi
Hollin Stump round cairn
Hollin Stump round cairn
Archaeological site in Asby, Eden, England, UK
10.5km / 6.5mi
Friar Biggins monastic grange
Architectural structure in Orton, Eden, England, UK
10.2km / 6.3mi
Beacon Monument
Beacon Monument
Memorial in Crosby Ravensworth, Cumbria, England, UK
10.7km / 6.6mi
Castle Howe motte and bailey castle
Motte-and-bailey castle in Tebay, Eden, England, UK
11.1km / 6.9mi
Low Borrowbridge Roman Fort
Fort in Tebay, Eden, England, UK
11.7km / 7.3mi
Brough Castle
Brough Castle
Castle in Cumbria, England, UK
12.1km / 7.5mi
Holy Trinity Church, Howgill
Holy Trinity Church, Howgill
Grade II listed church in Sedbergh, Westmorland and Furness, Cumbria , England, UK
12.7km / 7.9mi
Belah Viaduct
Belah Viaduct
Railway viaduct in Cumbria, England
13.3km / 8.3mi
St Andrew's Church, Sedbergh
St Andrew's Church, Sedbergh
Church in South Lakeland, UK
13.7km / 8.5mi
St James' Church, Great Ormside
St James' Church, Great Ormside
Church in Eden, UK
13.8km / 8.6mi
Fox Tower
Fox Tower
Folly tower in Helbeck, Eden, Cumbria, England, UK
13.8km / 8.6mi
Church of St Michael
Church of St Michael
Church in Church Brough, Cumbria, United Kingdom
12.1km / 7.5mi

About Ravenstonedale

Ravenstonedale, a charming village in the Yorkshire Dales, offers a range of activities and attractions that highlight its natural beauty and local culture. One of the best things to do is to explore the stunning countryside that surrounds the village. There are numerous walking trails that provide opportunities to appreciate the picturesque landscapes, including the nearby Howgill Fells, which are known for their rolling hills and scenic views.

For those interested in history, visiting the local churches can be rewarding. St. Oswald's Church, with its historical architecture, offers a glimpse into the region's past and serves as a peaceful spot for reflection. The village itself is quaint, and wandering through its streets allows visitors to admire the traditional stone cottages and the relaxed pace of rural life.

If you are a fan of outdoor activities, the area is suitable for cycling and birdwatching, making it ideal for nature enthusiasts. The proximity to the River Rawthey also presents opportunities for fishing and picnicking along its banks.

For a taste of local culture, consider exploring the pubs and eateries in Ravenstonedale. They often serve locally sourced food and provide a welcoming atmosphere to unwind after a day of exploration. Engaging with locals can also offer insights into the village's history and traditions.

Lastly, if you are looking for a more immersive experience, participating in community events or seasonal festivals can provide a deeper understanding of the local lifestyle. Overall, Ravenstonedale offers a serene escape that combines natural beauty with a sense of community.




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