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The Racehorses Hotel

The Racehorses Hotel
Rated 8.2 in 244 reviews

Nestled in the heart of the picturesque Yorkshire Dales, The Racehorses Hotel in Kettlewell offers an inviting escape characterized by traditional charm and a relaxing atmosphere. Overlooking the meandering River Wharfe, this boutique hotel provides a serene retreat for those seeking tranquility amidst stunning natural landscapes.

The Racehorses Hotel is distinguished by its warm, welcoming ambiance and personalized service. The décor reflects a harmonious blend of rustic elegance and modern comfort, inviting guests to unwind in style. Guests can enjoy a cozy stay in well-appointed rooms, each thoughtfully designed to provide comfort and relaxation, with features that include plush bedding and contemporary amenities.

Dining at The Racehorses Hotel is a delightful experience, with a menu that showcases locally sourced produce and seasonal ingredients. The on-site restaurant offers a range of traditional British dishes, all crafted to highlight the flavors of the region. The cozy bar, with its selection of local ales and spirits, provides a perfect setting for relaxation after a day of exploring the stunning surrounding countryside.

Located in the quaint village of Kettlewell, The Racehorses Hotel is ideally situated for outdoor enthusiasts, with numerous walking and cycling routes just steps away. Visitors can explore the breathtaking scenery of the Yorkshire Dales National Park, or simply wander through the charming village streets, enjoying local shops and attractions.

Overall, The Racehorses Hotel offers a distinctive blend of rural charm and modern convenience, making it an ideal choice for both a peaceful getaway and an adventurous exploration of the Yorkshire Dales.

Michelin Restaurants in Kettlewell and near The Racehorses Hotel

Church of St Mary
Church of St Mary
Church in Kettlewell, North Yorkshire, England, UK
300m / 330yd
Church of St Oswald
Church of St Oswald
Church building in Arncliffe, Craven, North Yorkshire, England, UK
3.5km / 2.2mi
List of mills in North Yorkshire
Wikimedia list article
3.9km / 2.4mi
St Mary's Church, Conistone
St Mary's Church, Conistone
Grade II listed church in Conistone with Kilnsey, Craven, North Yorkshire, England, UK
5km / 3.1mi
Hunters Stone
Hunters Stone
Guidestone in Carlton Highdale, Richmondshire, North Yorkshire, England, UK
4.9km / 3.1mi
Buckden Pike memorial
Buckden Pike memorial
War memorial in the UK
5.5km / 3.5mi
Church of St Michael and All Angels
Church of St Michael and All Angels
Church in Hubberholme, North Yorkshire, England, UK
7.3km / 4.5mi
Druid's Altar four poster stone circle
Druid's Altar four poster stone circle
Stone circle in Threshfield, North Yorkshire, England, UK
7.3km / 4.6mi
Fort Gregory
Hillfort in North Yorkshire
7.2km / 4.5mi
Gordale Scar
Gordale Scar
Waterfall
9.8km / 6.1mi
Church of St Michael and All Angels
Church of St Michael and All Angels
Historic church in Linton, Craven, North Yorkshire, England, United Kingdom
9.8km / 6.1mi
Grassington Folk Museum
Museum in Grassington, England, UK
9km / 5.6mi
War Memorial
War Memorial
War memorial in Linton, North Yorkshire, England, UK
9.8km / 6.1mi
Yockenthwaite small stone circle
Yockenthwaite small stone circle
Scheduled stone circle near Yockenthwaite, Buckden, Craven, England, UK
9.8km / 6.1mi
Grassington Methodist Church
Grassington Methodist Church
Church in Grassington, Craven, North Yorkshire, England
8.8km / 5.5mi
St Margaret Clitherow's Catholic Church
Church building in Threshfield, Craven, North Yorkshire, England, UK
8.9km / 5.5mi
Malham Cove
Malham Cove
Beauty spot in the Yorkshire Dales
10.9km / 6.8mi
Janet's Foss
Janet's Foss
Waterfall in North Yorkshire, England, UK
10.7km / 6.6mi
Church of St Botolph
Church of St Botolph
Church building in Horsehouse, North Yorkshire, England, UK
11.9km / 7.4mi
Church of St Peter
Church of St Peter
Church building in Hebden, Craven, North Yorkshire, England, UK
11km / 6.9mi
Giants’ Graves
Giants’ Graves
Round barrow in Halton Gill, Craven, England, UK
11.2km / 7mi
Burnsall Bridge
Burnsall Bridge
Bridge in Hartlington, Craven, North Yorkshire, England, UK
12.9km / 8mi
St Peter's Church, Rylstone
St Peter's Church, Rylstone
Grade II listed church in Rylstone, Craven, North Yorkshire, England, UK
13.5km / 8.4mi
St Michael's Church, Kirkby Malham
St Michael's Church, Kirkby Malham
Church in Kirkby Malham, North Yorkshire, England, UK
13.6km / 8.4mi
Church of St Wilfred
Church of St Wilfred
Grade I listed church in Burnsall, North Yorkshire, England, UK
12.6km / 7.8mi
How Stean Gorge
Limestone gorge in North Yorkshire, England
12.5km / 7.8mi
Methodist Chapel
Methodist Chapel
Chapel in Burnsall, Craven, North Yorkshire, England, UK
12.8km / 7.9mi
Fancarl Top stone circle
Stone circle in Appletreewick, Craven, England, UK
13.4km / 8.3mi
Church of St Chad
Church of St Chad
Church building in Stonebeck Up, Harrogate, North Yorkshire, England, UK
12.5km / 7.8mi
Ulfkill Cross Base
Ulfkill Cross Base
Stone cross in Malham Moor, Craven, England, UK
12.7km / 7.9mi
St Matthew's Church, Stalling Busk
St Matthew's Church, Stalling Busk
Grade II listed church in Bainbridge, North Yorkshire, England, UK
14.5km / 9mi
St Peter's Church, Stainforth
St Peter's Church, Stainforth
Grade II listed church in Stainforth, Craven, North Yorkshire, England, UK
15.6km / 9.7mi
Stump Cross Caverns
Stump Cross Caverns
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15km / 9.3mi
Parcevall Hall Gardens
Parcevall Hall Gardens
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15km / 9.3mi
Church of St John the Baptist
Church of St John the Baptist
Church building in Appletreewick, Craven, North Yorkshire, England, UK
15km / 9.3mi
Church of St Oswald
Church of St Oswald
Church in Horton in Ribblesdale, North Yorkshire, England, UK
15.8km / 9.8mi
Victoria Cave, Langcliffe Scar
Victoria Cave, Langcliffe Scar
Cave in Langcliffe, North Yorkshire, England, UK
14.9km / 9.3mi
Jubilee Cave, Langcliffe Scar
Cave in Langcliffe, North Yorkshire, England, UK
14.8km / 9.2mi
Norton Tower
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15.3km / 9.5mi
Craven and Murgatroyd lime works 400m north east of Langcliffe Mill
Architectural structure in Langcliffe, Craven, England, UK
15.6km / 9.7mi
Castle Dykes Henge
Castle Dykes Henge
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15km / 9.3mi
Church of St Mary the Virgin
Church of St Mary the Virgin
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15.2km / 9.4mi
Church of St Alkeda
Church of St Alkeda
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17.7km / 11mi
Scaleber Force
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16.1km / 10mi
Church of St John the Evangelist
Church of St John the Evangelist
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16.3km / 10.1mi

What to do in Kettlewell and near The Racehorses Hotel

Church of St Mary
Church of St Mary
Church in Kettlewell, North Yorkshire, England, UK
300m / 330yd
Church of St Oswald
Church of St Oswald
Church building in Arncliffe, Craven, North Yorkshire, England, UK
3.5km / 2.2mi
List of mills in North Yorkshire
Wikimedia list article
3.9km / 2.4mi
St Mary's Church, Conistone
St Mary's Church, Conistone
Grade II listed church in Conistone with Kilnsey, Craven, North Yorkshire, England, UK
5km / 3.1mi
Hunters Stone
Hunters Stone
Guidestone in Carlton Highdale, Richmondshire, North Yorkshire, England, UK
4.9km / 3.1mi
Buckden Pike memorial
Buckden Pike memorial
War memorial in the UK
5.5km / 3.5mi
Church of St Michael and All Angels
Church of St Michael and All Angels
Church in Hubberholme, North Yorkshire, England, UK
7.3km / 4.5mi
Druid's Altar four poster stone circle
Druid's Altar four poster stone circle
Stone circle in Threshfield, North Yorkshire, England, UK
7.3km / 4.6mi
Fort Gregory
Hillfort in North Yorkshire
7.2km / 4.5mi
Gordale Scar
Gordale Scar
Waterfall
9.8km / 6.1mi
Church of St Michael and All Angels
Church of St Michael and All Angels
Historic church in Linton, Craven, North Yorkshire, England, United Kingdom
9.8km / 6.1mi
Grassington Folk Museum
Museum in Grassington, England, UK
9km / 5.6mi
War Memorial
War Memorial
War memorial in Linton, North Yorkshire, England, UK
9.8km / 6.1mi
Yockenthwaite small stone circle
Yockenthwaite small stone circle
Scheduled stone circle near Yockenthwaite, Buckden, Craven, England, UK
9.8km / 6.1mi
Grassington Methodist Church
Grassington Methodist Church
Church in Grassington, Craven, North Yorkshire, England
8.8km / 5.5mi
St Margaret Clitherow's Catholic Church
Church building in Threshfield, Craven, North Yorkshire, England, UK
8.9km / 5.5mi
Malham Cove
Malham Cove
Beauty spot in the Yorkshire Dales
10.9km / 6.8mi
Janet's Foss
Janet's Foss
Waterfall in North Yorkshire, England, UK
10.7km / 6.6mi
Church of St Botolph
Church of St Botolph
Church building in Horsehouse, North Yorkshire, England, UK
11.9km / 7.4mi
Church of St Peter
Church of St Peter
Church building in Hebden, Craven, North Yorkshire, England, UK
11km / 6.9mi
Giants’ Graves
Giants’ Graves
Round barrow in Halton Gill, Craven, England, UK
11.2km / 7mi
Burnsall Bridge
Burnsall Bridge
Bridge in Hartlington, Craven, North Yorkshire, England, UK
12.9km / 8mi
St Peter's Church, Rylstone
St Peter's Church, Rylstone
Grade II listed church in Rylstone, Craven, North Yorkshire, England, UK
13.5km / 8.4mi
St Michael's Church, Kirkby Malham
St Michael's Church, Kirkby Malham
Church in Kirkby Malham, North Yorkshire, England, UK
13.6km / 8.4mi
Church of St Wilfred
Church of St Wilfred
Grade I listed church in Burnsall, North Yorkshire, England, UK
12.6km / 7.8mi
How Stean Gorge
Limestone gorge in North Yorkshire, England
12.5km / 7.8mi
Methodist Chapel
Methodist Chapel
Chapel in Burnsall, Craven, North Yorkshire, England, UK
12.8km / 7.9mi
Fancarl Top stone circle
Stone circle in Appletreewick, Craven, England, UK
13.4km / 8.3mi
Church of St Chad
Church of St Chad
Church building in Stonebeck Up, Harrogate, North Yorkshire, England, UK
12.5km / 7.8mi
Ulfkill Cross Base
Ulfkill Cross Base
Stone cross in Malham Moor, Craven, England, UK
12.7km / 7.9mi

About Kettlewell

Kettlewell, located in the picturesque Yorkshire Dales, offers a range of activities that allow visitors to immerse themselves in the natural beauty and culture of the region. Walking and Hiking are among the most popular pursuits, with numerous trails that cater to all levels of experience. The surrounding hills and valleys provide stunning views and a chance to connect with nature.

For those interested in Local History, Kettlewell features charming stone cottages and traditional pubs that reflect its rich heritage. The village is also home to the Kettlewell Scarecrow Festival, which takes place annually and showcases creative scarecrow displays throughout the village, making it a delightful time to visit.

Cycling is another option, with routes that range from easy rides through the countryside to more challenging mountain biking trails. The scenic landscape is well-suited for both road cyclists and off-road enthusiasts.

If you are keen on Photography, Kettlewell and its surroundings provide numerous opportunities to capture the essence of the Yorkshire Dales, from rolling hills to quaint village life.

Finally, take a moment to enjoy the local Cuisine. There are several pubs and cafes in the village where you can sample traditional Yorkshire fare. Exploring the local food scene provides a deeper understanding of the region's culture and community.

Overall, Kettlewell offers a blend of outdoor activities, local charm, and a glimpse into the history of the Yorkshire Dales that can appeal to a variety of interests.




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