Follifoot, said to be a “tranquil, picturesque” spot situated near Harrogate, was also highlighted among the finest villages in Britain by The Telegraph.
With a current average house price of £810,432, the village, which is surrounded by green, rolling countryside, might sound familiar thanks to the 1970s ITV children’s show Follyfoot, which starred James Bond’s Desmond Llewellyn.
The publisher shared about its 2026 village guide: “Living in a village is the dream for many, whether retiring, downsizing or looking for a healthy, happy place to bring up children.
“Using exclusive research provided by Savills, Telegraph Money can reveal the poshest villages in Britain, broken down by county.”
The list was curated by using a combination of the highest house prices, a lively community, a thriving village hall, great pubs, local shops and sporting facilities, which are all aspects that “make a great village”.
The Telegraph added: “We also took into account other factors, such as whether the location sits in a bucolic setting, has an interesting heritage, and whether it ticks the boxes of the classic village, with a green, duck pond and perhaps thatched cottages.”
Why is this North Yorkshire village among the UK’s poshest?
From the Michelin-recognised Rudding Park hotel and spa nearby, to its active Women’s Institute chapter, there is a lot that makes Follifoot stand out amongst the crowd when it comes to some of the country’s top villages.
The Telegraph shared: “Prettily named Follifoot – older readers may remember the 1970s TV series about North Yorkshire horse sanctuary, ‘Follyfoot’ – is a stone-built spot in North Yorkshire’s ‘Golden Triangle’.
“Five miles south of the smart spa town of Harrogate, it has a Church of England primary school, a shop/post office and a Victorian church, plus a pub, The Harewood Arms, named after the nearby estate of the 8th Earl, David Lascelles.
“The village hall is undergoing refurbishment, so the ever-enterprising local WI are holding their meetings at Rudding Park, a nearby five-star hotel and spa with a Michelin-star restaurant.”
Follifoot also offers residents and visitors the chance to get involved in safari suppers, school fetes, indoor bowls, yoga, coffee and cake club, as well as beer festivals and much more.
Additionally, Andrew Beadnall, from estate agency Beadnall Copley, told The Telegraph: “It’s not been spoilt at all.
‘Real ale and pub grub’ can be found at this pretty village pub near Harrogate (Image: Tripadvisor)
“But the Harrogate southern bypass now skirts the village, taking you to Leeds and York, and Pannal railway station is down the hill for trains to Leeds and London.”
The Harewood Arms on Main Street is operated by Samuel Smith’s Brewery and is said to be a “great village pub” with “quirky” interior, open fires in winter and beer gardens during the summer.
Its CAMRA (Campaign for Real Ale) profile shares: “Ancient looking quirky interior, multi-roomed Sam Smith’s pub in a two pub village within easy reach of Rudding Holiday Park.
“There are low ceilings and old timbers, plain walls, settles and benches, carpeted floors rather than flags.
“It has Yorkshire sash windows at the front. Friendly staff and a great village pub atmosphere.”
On Tripadvisor, The Harewood Arms currently has a “good” 4.1/5 rating based on more than 60 reviews – 32 of which are rated as “excellent”.
The pub’s profile on the popular review-based website says: “Friendly pub with outstanding floral displays set in the heart of North Yorkshire in the ancient village of Follifoot.
“Real ale and pub grub.
“Very large car park and beer gardens & outdoor seating.
“Open fires during the chilly Months.”
Meanwhile, over on Google Reviews, it boasts a 4.4/5-star rating from 146 reviews.
This customer posted: “Lovely old village pub.
“Great hand pulled sam smith’s bitter.
“Licensees are lovely people.
“Lovely outside area and grassed garden.”
Someone else wrote: “A pub from a largely bygone era.
“Four small bars with fireplaces was like having your own snug!
“A very warm welcome and amicable conversation with staff throughout our visit.
“We were made to feel very at home.
“A limited menu of home cooked meals was on offer at lunch but best to check with the pub before you go as food service days/hours are limited.
“Had a marvellous steak and kidney pudding! Samuel Smith bitter on the pump.
“Lovely visit and would most certainly return!”
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