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The Durham Ox

4.6(802)
Hotel

About

The Durham Ox is a 300-year-old pub nestled in the quiet village of Crayke, offering a warm, historic setting with flagstone floors, exposed beams, and oak paneling. Its award-winning kitchen serves a locally sourced menu that pairs well with one of the region’s most extensive wine lists.

For business events, the venue provides private dining rooms upstairs and the Ox Barn, which accommodates up to 80 guests for meetings or receptions. Eight characterful bedrooms and nearby cottages offer peaceful overnight stays, making it an ideal countryside retreat just north of York.

Best for

  • Country retreats & multi-night stays
  • Private dining & team dinners
  • Larger group events up to 80 guests

Request a Package

Tell the venue what you're planning and they'll respond with a custom proposal within 1–2 business days.

Group Meeting

Custom request

Professional meeting space for your team — whether it's a meeting, training, workshop, or multi-day offsite. Half-day, full-day, or multi-day — with the option to request AV, catering, and your preferred room layout.

What's typically included

  • Meeting room & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology

Room Block

Custom request

Reserve a block of rooms for your group — ideal for multi-day conferences, offsites, or any event where attendees are traveling from out of town.

What's typically included

  • Reserved guest rooms for your group
  • Flexible check-in & check-out dates
  • Negotiated group rates

Meeting + Room Block

Custom request

Bundle your meeting space and guest rooms in one request — perfect for multi-day offsites and conferences where the team meets by day and stays overnight.

What's typically included

  • Meeting room & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology
  • Reserved guest rooms for your group

Venue Details

Standout features

300-year-old traditional English inn
Historic Character
300-year-old traditional English inn
The Durham Ox features flagstone floors, exposed beams, oak paneling, and roaring fires, embodying classic English pub charm in a picturesque North Yorkshire village setting.
Private Dining and The Ox Barn for up to 80 guests
Event Spaces
Private Dining and The Ox Barn for up to 80 guests
Offers versatile event spaces including private dining upstairs and The Ox Barn, a larger venue seating up to 80, suitable for meetings, weddings, and parties with full in-house hospitality.
Outdoor seating in a scenic village location
Outdoor Amenities
Outdoor seating in a scenic village location
Outdoor seating is available, allowing guests to enjoy the peaceful hilltop village atmosphere, enhancing the venue’s appeal for business gatherings and social events.

At a glance

Rated 4.6 on Google · 802 reviews