The Black Swan At Oldstead - Near Helmsley

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The Black Swan at Oldstead is a Michelin Star Restaurant with Rooms set in beautiful rolling countryside near Byland Abbey in The North York Moors National Park. Not only is the Black Swan a new entry at number 51 in The Sunday Times Food List (in the company of some seriously famous restaurants) but is also rated as one of the top 5 best value restaurants in Britain. Other awards include 3AA Rosettes and AA 5 star gold award rooms.

The original building dates back to the 16th century and is set on the edge of the small village of Oldstead. A quiet haven away from traffic and main roads, the perfect place to relax and unwind. The restaurant has a comfortable friendly atmosphere with oak floors, Persian rugs, antique furniture and soft lighting from traditional candles in old brass holders, giving a feeling of understated quality. The characterful bar has stone flagged floors, an open log fire, oak fittings by Mousey Thompson Craftsmen of Kilburn, window seats, soft cushions and antique furnishings. Food is available either in the restaurant or the bar or on the oak tables outside. Oldstead is an ideal place to stop for a break while visiting the nearby Kilburn White Horse, Byland Abbey, Shandy Hall and Ampleforth College.