We stayed at the old royal oak because it was close to mother shiptons cave. we were greeted by lovely a staff member who showed us to our room, which was fantastic. we had a lovely evening meal which was really good. we stayed in the pub for the evening and enjoyed karaoke with the locals. the breakfast was just... More

We went to the Harrogate show and stayed at the Royal Oak in Knaresborough for one night. The room was very nice and the landlord and staff were very friendly. We stayed in the pub for an evening meal which was excellent and the breakfast in the morning was also very nice, good service and friendly staff. Would definitely go... More

Have stayed at the Old Royal Oak several times over the last few years. Until last weekend I would have recommended. They advertise one parking space per room. BE WARNED this is NOT the case. On coming to park there was no space. My partner went into the pub to speak to the landlord. He said it was 'first come,... More

we had a great stay at the old royal oak,we were greeted by sharon who was very friendly and helpful,she also shown us to our room which was exellent,clean and comfortable.the breakfast which was cooked by mark was absolutely great and plenty of it.cannot fault the home cooked food ,all in all a great place to stay.thank you mark,jean and... More

our stay with mark, jean, and all the staff was without doubt an excellent couple of days. welcomed by mark and jean .mark showed us our room, directed us into the car park and explained everything we needed to know ,the food is top class as is everything else. the rooms are 5* entertainment is great , mark and jean... More

We live over 20miles away and have been here about 6 times now, every time the food as been excellent, friendly staff and good value for money. The food is home cooked, far better than you get from the many chain type pubs who cater for Sunday lunch. Its small and old we love it. Harry and Maureen

We stayed here Easter Sunday as a stop off on a driving tour through Derbyshire and Yorkshire. We were welcomed by Mark who did an excellent job of checking us in, showing us to the car park and then taking us to our room and explaining how to use the facilities. He even directed us where to go for the... More

Two night stay,on arrival met by the manager mick and made to feel very welcome, this is without doubt the best place to stay in Knaresboruogh the rooms are clean warm and the staff are so attentive I challenge anyone to to find fault.The food was top class and only fresh ingredients were used Could not fault any aspect of... More

You must visit this little 'gem' of a pub located in the beautiful 'olde worlde' market place of Knaresbrough. The staff are very polite and offer a warm greeting. There is a choice of real ales but you must sample the fayre..........all the food is home cooked to a very tasteful and high standard; which use local grown produce. You... More