Royal Oak
📍 Bridgehouse Gate, B6265, Bridgehouse Gate, Pateley Bridge, Harrogate HG3 5HG, UK
About Royal Oak
The Royal Oak is a much-loved pub nestled in the picturesque town of Pateley Bridge, a perfect stop for visitors exploring the stunning Nidderdale AONB. Boasting an impressive Google rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from over 600 reviews, it's clearly a local favourite and a highly recommended spot for travellers. Guests consistently praise its welcoming, dog-friendly environment, making it an ideal refreshment stop after a long walk in the Yorkshire Dales.
The pub is renowned for its delicious and very filling food, with customer favourites including classic fish and chips, succulent steak, burgers, and the much-talked-about steak pie. The menu also features tempting specials like the beef brisket on ciabatta, accompanied by chips and coleslaw. Beyond the superb meals, guests can enjoy a great selection of drinks and bar snacks. The friendly and attentive staff are consistently highlighted in reviews for their excellent service, contributing to the pub's great atmosphere whether you're dining or just enjoying a drink.
Visiting Information
The Royal Oak welcomes guests daily, opening from 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM Monday through Saturday, and from 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM on Sundays. The establishment offers a wheelchair-accessible restroom, ensuring comfort for all patrons. For convenience, a variety of payment options are accepted, including credit cards, debit cards, and NFC payments.
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📍 Bridgehouse Gate, B6265, Bridgehouse Gate, Pateley Bridge, Harrogate HG3 5HG, UK
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Showing 5 of 611 reviews from Google Maps.Last updated 6 February 2026.
Lovely dog friendy pub with great staff and serving very filling food! Fish and chips, steak, burger, and the much talked about steak pie...all amazing. A great stop after a long walk.
Nipped in for a meal as we were staying at the campsite up the road, amazing food and friendly staff can highly recommend for food or just a drink, if we are ever back in tbe area we wont hesitate to come back.
I went in on Sat and the service was great, despite it getting very busy. Went for a reasonably priced special and loved it. So had to go for the pudding!
Just had the beef brisket on ciabatta came with chips and coleslaw. Absolutely delicious .very friendly staff , great atmosphere so glad we decided to have lunch here. Great selection of drinks and bar snacks . Menu has something for all tastes and a whole lot more specials available from the blackboard. Great pub lunch !
Very welcoming with two slightly muddy dogs who are thankfully well behaved. Great steak and ale pie and scampi. Proper Yorkshire portions. With added benefit of a pint of Otley blonde. Sorry about the broken glass. We'll come again.