Set amongst 30 acres of manicured lawns and flower-carpeted woodland waterways and romantic bridges, Monk Fryston Hall provides a unique venue for leisure, weddings, celebrations and business. The historic Hall dates back to the 13th century and was sympathetically renovated to a hotel in the 1950's and retains much of its original character and features.
Located in the Vale of York, the hotel is only a short drive from the A1M and M62 motorways making it easily accessible from York, Leeds or further afield.
Located in the Vale of York, the hotel is only a short drive from the A1M and M62 motorways making it easily accessible from York, Leeds or further afield.
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The oldest portion of Monk Fryston Hall Hotel dates back to the 12th century when land was bequeathed as a deer park to 11th century monks by the Bishop of York.
The original building contained vaulted ceilings, a wealth of stonework and inglenook fireplaces.
As the centuries passed Monk Fryston came into the ownership of the Hemsworth family, whose many developments included the addition of a grand ballroom, studio and billiard room designed by the renowned architect, Sir Ernest George.
The Hemsworths established a zoo which housed a collection of animals and exotic birds from around the world; the grade 11 listed aviary still exists in the grounds and in 2014 a breading pair of peacocks were reintroduced.
The original building contained vaulted ceilings, a wealth of stonework and inglenook fireplaces.
As the centuries passed Monk Fryston came into the ownership of the Hemsworth family, whose many developments included the addition of a grand ballroom, studio and billiard room designed by the renowned architect, Sir Ernest George.
The Hemsworths established a zoo which housed a collection of animals and exotic birds from around the world; the grade 11 listed aviary still exists in the grounds and in 2014 a breading pair of peacocks were reintroduced.
Monk Fryston Hall is a picturesque country house hotel situated in the small village of Monk Fryston within the Vale of York.
Dating back to the 12th Century, when land was given to Benedictine monks by the Bishop of York, the hall and its grounds evoke a colourful history.
A refurbishment in the 1950s transformed the property into a luxury hotel that offers guests tranquillity, charm and tradition whilst maintaining high standards of service.
Monk Fryston Hall is now privately owned and managed.
Dating back to the 12th Century, when land was given to Benedictine monks by the Bishop of York, the hall and its grounds evoke a colourful history.
A refurbishment in the 1950s transformed the property into a luxury hotel that offers guests tranquillity, charm and tradition whilst maintaining high standards of service.
Monk Fryston Hall is now privately owned and managed.
This stately, picturesque Monk Fryston Hall, is covered in wisteria and rambling roses, and has perhaps one of the most enviable settings - 30 acres of ornate gardens, lakes romantic and mature parkland with most of the 29 bedrooms enjoying garden views.
You can enjoy a gentle game of croquet in the apple orchard, jog around the lakes and woodland or take a romantic stroll through the gardens.
A must see is the replica grade 11 listed bridge, a folly of the famous bridge in Lucerne, which is decorated with paintings and excerpts from the "Rime of the Ancient Mariner" painted by Mary Hemsworth.
You can enjoy a gentle game of croquet in the apple orchard, jog around the lakes and woodland or take a romantic stroll through the gardens.
A must see is the replica grade 11 listed bridge, a folly of the famous bridge in Lucerne, which is decorated with paintings and excerpts from the "Rime of the Ancient Mariner" painted by Mary Hemsworth.
Monk Fryston Hall Hotel offers twenty-nine quiet, relaxing en-suite bedrooms, all individually designed to the highest standard and many with wonderful views over our ornate gardens.
In keeping with the period, some rooms have 4-poster and canopied beds promising elegance and style along with modern comforts, including free Wi-Fi and satellite TV.
In keeping with the period, some rooms have 4-poster and canopied beds promising elegance and style along with modern comforts, including free Wi-Fi and satellite TV.
Whether it is a romantic dinner in our elegant terrace restaurant, a delicious light meal in our historic bar or a scrumptious afternoon tea, Monk Fryston Hall provides one if the finest of North Yorkshire restaurants with a choice of wonderful dining experiences.
Dine amongst the wood-panelling, chandeliers and roaring log fires or during the summer months, take a relaxed drink on the terrace or dine 'alfresco' overlooking the tranquil fountain and gardens.
Our chefs select the best fresh, local, seasonal ingredients to create delicious dishes with a Yorkshire twists on traditional favourites.
Dine amongst the wood-panelling, chandeliers and roaring log fires or during the summer months, take a relaxed drink on the terrace or dine 'alfresco' overlooking the tranquil fountain and gardens.
Our chefs select the best fresh, local, seasonal ingredients to create delicious dishes with a Yorkshire twists on traditional favourites.
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