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North Yorkshire restaurant among UK’s best for Sunday roast
The Pheasant Hotel at Harome near Helmsley was recommended by Muddy Stilettos as its Sunday roasts are a “pretty special affair”.
Expect “perfectly cooked meat, crisp roasties, vibrant veg and a Yorkshire pudding that’s pretty darn perfect” in this “oasis of traditional calm”.
Introducing its new seasonal guide, the food and travel experts commented: “As the days grow colder and the nights draw in, there’s nothing better than a Sunday roast done right. From whopping Yorkies to lashings of gravy, here’s our pick of the most mouthwatering roasts around.”
Read about all of the UK’s best places for a Sunday roast across the UK via the Muddy Stilettos website.
Why is The Pheasant Hotel one of UK’s best places for a Sunday roast?
Muddy Stilettos revealed: “Set beside the tranquil village duck pond, The Pheasant Hotel oozes countryside charm and ticks every box for that rare breed of Sunday lunch – luxurious yet homely.
“New head chef Adam Westgarth brings fresh energy to the kitchen with his ‘from our farm to your plate’ philosophy, drawing on the bounty from the hotel’s very own farm.
“With an abundance of regenerative crops, heritage-breed livestock, and wild estate game shaping every plate, Sunday roasts here are a pretty special affair, and as local as they come.
“Expect perfectly cooked meat, crisp roasties, vibrant veg and a Yorkshire pudding that’s pretty darn perfect. Oh, and let’s not forget about the lashings of gravy, of course.”
Guests can choose from either beef, lamb, chicken or wellington along with roast potatoes, honey roasted roots, cauliflower cheese and Yorkshire puddings.
The Pheasant Hotel’s website explains: “As The Pheasant Hotel celebrates 40 years of warm countryside hospitality, we begin a new culinary journey led by Head Chef Adam Westgarth.
“Known for his thoughtful, ingredient-first cooking, Adam brings a fresh perspective inspired by seasonality, sustainability, and a deep sense of place. His modern British approach is both grounded and inventive, perfectly echoing The Pheasant’s commitment to elegant simplicity and local flavour.”
It adds: “Just minutes from the hotel, Ravenswick Hall Farms is now home to The Pheasant’s own working farm.
“Here, we grow regenerative crops, raise heritage-breed livestock, and source wild estate game. This bounty is complemented by our kitchen gardens and ingredients foraged daily from nearby hedgerows, meadows, and woodlands.
“Our menus shift naturally with the seasons, from summer courgettes and fresh berries to autumn game and wild mushrooms.
“Our food is designed to reflect the North Yorkshire landscape. Each dish is a direct expression of the land around us, whether it’s carrots lifted from the soil that morning or wild garlic and elderflower gathered from the edge of the woods.”
On Tripadvisor, The Pheasant Hotel currently boasts a 4.7/5 rating based on more than 800 reviews – 670 of which are rated as “excellent”.
A recent customer praised: “The Sunday Lunch at The Pheasant in Harome never fails to please. The roast beef is quite superb, cooked to perfection and served with everything you could wish for in a Sunday Lunch.
“The staff are all extremely friendly and very efficient. The whole place is full of atmosphere and you are made to feel completely at home from the moment you walk in.
“I would certainly recommend The Pheasant to anyone who enjoys a well cooked, beautifully served Sunday Lunch. Save room for desserts too as they are delicious.”
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Another wrote: “Small village hotel in a lovely setting. Nicely set out with a comfortable room (Harland) overlooking the pond.
“Jolly service, high quality food, and some quite unique wine options made for a quaint weekend break.
“There’s also a small swimming pool in an adjoining building. An oasis of traditional calm.”
