Haworth village is one of the most popular and best places to visit in Yorkshire. We can see why! It’s got beautiful cobbled streets, wonderful independent shops, picturesque and wild countryside, and of course, it is the home of the literary heroes – the Brontë sisters.
If you are planning your next visit, we are sure that, in addition to sightseeing and walks, you want a place where you can eat, drink, and relax. Well, to help you out, we have put together a list of some of our favourite and best pubs in Haworth.
So, What are the Best Pubs in Haworth?
Here is a selection of our favourite pubs in Haworth village. We’ll explore traditional spots like Haworth Steam Brewing Company, quirky places like the Writers’ Bloc, and the famous Black Bull, among many others. Is your favourite pub in Haworth on the list? Have we missed any? Let’s find out.
1. Haworth Steam Brewing Company
First stop should be at the village’s very own microbrewery – Haworth Steam Brewing Company. The quaint watering hole is full of character and charm and a community spot for villagers, a resting post for visitors, and refers to itself as ‘a place easy to find but hard to leave, where time stands still’ and we’d have to agree. The family owned pub is the place to be serving up such ales as:
- By’Eck Pale Ale
- Hells Bells Blonde
- T’owd Lad Best Bitter,
- Gundog
These are alongside guest ales, ciders, and spirits, including small-batch gins. So, if you want a traditional drinking spot, a welcoming atmosphere, and delicious food, then head down to the Haworth Steam Brewing Company.
2. The Fleece Inn
If you’re a beer enthusiast, then The Fleece Inn will be one of the best pubs in Haworth for you. This cosy, traditional Yorkshire inn on Main Street has a wonderful selection of Timothy Taylor’s finest beers, which you can also enjoy in their rooftop beer garden. These include:
- Landlord
- Boltmaker
- Knowle Spring
- Golden Best
- Landlord Dark
- Hopical Storm
If that hasn’t got your mouthwatering already, then there’s the food! The restaurant serves home-cooked, delicious dishes using local ingredients. There is a great selection, including fish and chips, belly pork and chorizo, local sausage and mash, and fish pie. For any vegetarians, there are some excellent choices on the vegetarian menu.
Fancy staying over in Haworth village? Well, the pub offers a range of beautiful, en-suite single, twin, and double rooms with furnishings designed by local tradesmen. The rooms include a hearty breakfast and a voucher for a complimentary Timothy Taylor ‘tasting tray’.
The Fleece Inn also gets bonus points from us as they are incredibly dog-friendly! They offer dog treats, water bowls, and even have a dog-friendly bedroom. So, you and your pooch can eat, drink, sleep, and be merry.
3. The Black Bull
Arguably the most iconic pub in Haworth village, due to its connections with a rather famous family (I’m sure you can guess). Located at the top of Main Street, The Black Bull was a favourite drinking spot of Bramwell Brontë, the brother of the literary sisters. He was a regular visitor to the pub and was known to be an entertainer of locals and travellers alike.
The pub has also appeared on our screen in the BBC drama ‘To Walk Invisible ‘, which told the story of Bramwell and his family. Inside, you can still find his original masonic seat from the 18th century, when the pub was home to the Lodge of the Three Graces.
Today, it is a wonderful place to eat, drink, and sleep. Their menu takes inspiration from local and international recipes, with dishes ranging from local sausage and mash to Greek gyros and crispy Thai beef. If you want to call in for a light bite, they also do a selection of sandwiches, flatbreads, and teas and coffees. The pub is also a Bridgehouse Brewery Pub and is one of the only places in the world where you can enjoy a Bridgehouse Brontë beer.
Looking to stay in Haworth overnight? Well, the pub offers bed and breakfast in their new refurbished rooms, decorated to be in keeping with Haworth’s traditional rural roots. Also, you’ll often be able to enjoy live music on the outside terrace, which overlooks the picturesque Main Street.
4. Writers’ Bloc
A bar that is highly in keeping with Haworth’s village’s literary history. Writers’ Bloc is where ‘stories are made’ over delicious cocktails, fantastic small plates, and fresh Italian coffee. Once you step inside, you’ll find a stylish bar that blends timeless charm with modern edge. It is a great place to relax, connect, inspire, and create unforgettable memories.
From their kitchen, they serve rustic Italian pizza, Italian-inspired small plates and comfort food. Behind the bar, they offer everything from locally brewed beer to their exceptional spirits range, Drapers England, all distilled in the Yorkshire Dales.
They also offer a ‘rather novel’ afternoon tea where you can eat your way through a literary great. You get a choice of a house cocktail or prosecco, two light, fluffy scones, fresh strawberries and jam, and Cornish clotted cream, presented in a classic work of fiction.
Calling all bookworms! Writers’ Bloc holds a book club on the last Wednesday of every month. Here you can meet like-minded souls who love literature. You can chat, eat, and drink while discussing some of the greatest works, all in the wonderful atmosphere of this incredible bar.
5. Haworth Old Hall
Next on our list of best pubs in Haworth is one full of Tudor charm, warm atmosphere, and a roaring open log fire. It is steeped in history and dates back to 1621, making it one of the oldest buildings in the village.
As well as being of historical importance, it is a great place to unwind. They have a well-stocked bar with several real ales on tap, a great range of cocktails, wines, and spirits. Then there’s the food! They cover all your favourite pub foods, from traditional fish and chips to curries bursting with flavour. So, you can sit and get warm in the pub and play board games, or sit in the beer garden and enjoy the sun, while enjoying a refreshing drink and a mouthwatering meal.
If, after sightseeing around the Brontë Parsonage Museum, browsing the shops on Main Street, and walking through those beautiful and wild moors, you may be feeling a bit cream-crackered. Well, the pub offers 4-star en-suite accommodation with beautifully furnished rooms.
Is your beloved dog keeping you company on your trip to Haworth? Good news, the Haworth Old Hall is very dog-friendly. This means everyone in your party, pooch or human, will have a fantastic time.
6. Wuthering Heights Inn
If you’re a walker and love to camp, then the Wuthering Heights Inn should be top of your list. Located just outside of Haworth, in the farming village of Stanbury, it is the perfect stop for those walking on the circular Brontë Walk to Top Withins. Surrounding the pub are incredible views of the Worth Valley, which can be enjoyed in the beer garden on those warmer days. If the weather is a bit nippy, then you can sit beside their roaring log stoves.
The pub has the feel of a proper, traditional village pub and is enjoyed by visitors and locals alike. You are guaranteed a warm welcome, fantastic cask ales, and hearty home-cooked food.
However, you aren’t just limited to the pub and beer garden. Its spectacular countryside can be enjoyed from their very own campsite located behind the pub. It is perfect for solo walkers, small groups, and couples. The site has showers and toilet facilities available 24 hours a day. The best part is you’ll have a pub on your doorstep while retaining the thrill of wild camping.
So, whether you fancy a drink and some hearty food, or you need a rest from walking the wild moors of Haworth, make sure you stop in at the Wuthering Heights Inn.
7. The Treehouse
‘Let the adventure begin’ is the calling of the final place on our list of best pubs in Haworth village. The Treehouse is a lively, warm, and inviting place where you can enjoy delicious drinks, mouth-watering food, and action-packed live sports.
They have an excellent drinks selection. Cocktails range from quirky ones such as Tiramisu Martini and Cherry Bakewell Mai Tai to classics like Sex on the Beach and Long Island Iced Tea. Fancy a spritz on a long summer day? Well, they have a range of flavours on offer, including Aperol and Hugo spritz. Of course, they have plenty of ales on tap for the beer drinkers. If you start feeling peckish, there is a great food menu. Enjoy classics such as hand-made pizzas, charcuterie boards, loaded fries, kebabs, and steak.
If you want somewhere fun and vibrant to eat and drink, make sure you check out The Treehouse on your next adventure to Haworth.
Discover More Things to do in Haworth Village
As well as the great number of wonderful pubs in Haworth you can visit, there’s so much to see and do in this beautiful Yorkshire village. If you’d like to discover more about things to do in Haworth, then discover our archives. You’ll find great reads on places of interest such as the Brontë Parsonage Museum, the history of the village, and why it’s such a magical place at Christmas.
For more information about the best places to eat and drink in Yorkshire, explore our food and drink section today.
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